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The World Today

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Iran
Donald Trump
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Inflation
Reserve Bank Of Australia
One Nation
Strait Of Hormuz
Helen Haines
Israel
Sydney
2026 United States Midterm Elections
Australia Day
Islamic State
Capital Gains Tax
Antisemitism
Liberal Party
Middle East Conflict
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The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.

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The COP 31 summit is underway in the Turkish city of Antalya with Australia's Climate Change Minister, Chris Bowen the President of Negotiations.

Public hearings for Victoria's Royal Commission examining allegations of corruption on government building sites have begun in Melbourne.

Some experts are calling for the Reserve Bank to be forced to include reference to the general prosperity of the community in its decisions.

Department store David Jones has entered voluntary administration today after selling clothes and homewards to Australians for close to two centuries.

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Recent Guests

Jared Monshine
Director of Research at the US Studies Center
US Studies Center
Episode: Fastest housing downturn in 40 years
Zach Gross
Economist and lecturer in economics at Monash University, formerly with the Reserve Bank of Australia
Monash University
Episode: Inflation challenges persist as fifth rate hike looms
Laura Tingle
Global affairs editor reporting from Jerusalem
ABC
Episode: No clear winner in Israeli election
Marta Homan
Senior lecturer at the Adelaide Business School
Adelaide Business School
Episode: TGA unveils tougher sunscreen rules
Ben Wellings
Associate professor of politics and international relations at Monash University
Monash University
Episode: Debate over MPs' security as parliament resumes
Hussein Ibish
Senior resident scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute
Arab Gulf States Institute
Episode: Flash flooding hits south-east Queensland
Emily Corner
Associate professor at the Australian National University who studies terrorism, radicalisation and mass murder
Australian National University
Episode: Helen Haines remains in critical condition
Samuel Cornell
Research fellow in public health at the University of Queensland
University of Queensland
Episode: France reels after violent protests
Malcolm Davis
Senior analyst, Defence Strategy Program, Australian Strategic Policy Institute
ASPI
Episode: Starshield incident raises defence sovereignty questions

Host

Andy Park
Australian journalist and current affairs presenter

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Love abc but wish this one reflected the title more

    I love abc’s reporting, and have no issue with the journalism here - but I, as well as other reviews I’ve seen, am disappointed that this is mainly Australian news content. I listen to other abc news podcasts to hear the Australian stuff. I wish this podcast covered only world news and less Aus news.

    Apple Podcasts
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    willowhernandez
    Australiaa year ago
  • Where is the impartiality?

    I am neither of the left or right but when I listen to this program everything seems to have subtle undertones of a leftist agenda. This bias on the ABC has to stop, it’s outrageous that tax payers fund this “neutral” broadcaster. I want to listen to a program that presents both side without sneaking in their own political leanings.

    Apple Podcasts
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    PANDASIMS08
    United States4 years ago
  • firmanjack55

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    firmanjack55
    5 years ago
  • Could be more concise

    A decent consolidation of topics but way too much rambling on especially with interviewed guests. Dismayed to hear the story on covid impact in India devolved quickly into and inward facing diatribe on impact to cricket of all things. Would be better advised to discuss what is being done to help India and their citizens deal with the crisis and forget cricket.

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    Bikecray
    United States6 years ago
  • AM, RN Brekky, World Today, PM, Drive et al. Sabra, Linda, Sally, Fran, Bevo, Hamish ... all y'all ABC current affairs crew - thanks for years of transparent, factual, thoughtful reporting. Stand firm, keep a straight face (except for the Nats - can't help but laugh) you do represent the majority despite efforts of the IPA and Scomo's office load of rent seekers. Can't imagine the info landscape without you. Lots of love Matt.

    Podcast Addict
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    dhufish scales
    6 years ago

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Some listeners criticize the perceived political framing and want more explicit balance in the presentation.
Several reviews object to feeds that combine full programs with individual story segments, creating duplication and navigation problems.
A few reviewers find interviews and some segments too long or off-topic.
Listeners praise the reporting as precise and substantive, with more context than a quick headline roundup.
Some listeners value the mix of Australian and international coverage, while others want a stronger focus on world news.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#160
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Economists tip fifth 2026 rate hike
Q: What arguments are these two parties taking to the High Court?
Reddit and the Digital Freedom Project argue that the under-16 social media ban places a disproportionate burden on political communication and that less restrictive alternatives exist. The government says the law protects children from harm and that the freedom applies to voters.
Economists tip fifth 2026 rate hike
Q: What's the market pricing in terms of the likelihood of a rate hike today?
David Taylor says a rate rise is strongly expected because demand exceeds the economy's capacity, productivity is weak, and higher oil prices are adding to costs.
Fastest housing downturn in 40 years
Q: How far do you think Donald Trump might go in rejecting a Democrat win in the midterms?
Monshine expects angry statements and social media posts, but doubts Trump could successfully deploy troops to polling places or tamper with election results. What happens after the election would depend significantly on state Secretaries of State.
Fastest housing downturn in 40 years
Q: Despite the polarized political landscape in the US right now, there is one thing that Americans all agree on. What is that thing?
Jared Monshine says it is corruption, reflecting a broader anti-incumbency mood and frustration with Washington.
TGA unveils tougher sunscreen rules
Q: What was said about the dangers of AI in this filing?
Homan says the prospectus devotes 80 of 260 pages to risk factors, including catastrophic risks to humanity. The disclosures meet legal requirements but also reinforce Anthropic's security-conscious brand.

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Daily reporting and analysis of Australian and international current affairs, with coverage spanning politics, economics, public policy, conflict, health, science and culture. Correspondents report from Australia and overseas, while interviews with academics, economists, policy specialists and other subject-matter experts add context to breaking stories and longer-running debates. Regular presenter Andy Park introduces a varied news bulletin that moves between major political developments and practical issues affecting households and communities. The mix of national coverage and global reporting is a defining feature, though Australian stories often take prominent space. The format suits listeners seeking a broad, substantive news update ra... more

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1. Jared Monshine
2. Zach Gross
3. Laura Tingle
4. Marta Homan
5. Ben Wellings
6. Hussein Ibish
7. Emily Corner
8. Samuel Cornell

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