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20 NOV

Thank God for Rick Morton

The Robodobt scheme is considered by many to be one of the Australian government’s worst scandals. Senior Reporter for The Saturday Paper and Walkley Award-winning journalist Rick Morton followed the case closely and he documents the crisis and its devastating effects in his latest book. This week, we bring you Michael’s conversation from Canberra Writers’ Festival with Rick as they discuss Mean Streak. Reading list: Mean Streak, Rick Morton, 2024 One Hundred Years of Dirt, Rick Morton, 2023 My Year Of Living Vulnerably, Rick Morton, 2022 Words to Sing the World Alive, Jasmin McGaughey, 2024 You can find these books and all the others we mentioned at your favourite independent book store. Socials: Stay in touch with Read This on Instagram and Twitter Guest: Rick Morton

20 Nov

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35 min
11 NOV

Donald Trump and the future of climate action

The re-election of Donald Trump is likely to have alarming consequences for the climate. He was, after all, elected on a promise to “drill, baby, drill”. Trump is already preparing to pull out of the Paris Agreement, again. But this time he could also withdraw from the underlying convention, making it much harder for any successor to change course. Climate diplomat Thom Woodroofe was there when the Paris Agreement was signed – and when Trump rescinded the first time around. Now, as COP29 kicks off in Azerbaijan, Woodroofe says Trump’s disregard of climate responsibilities makes it even more crucial that Australia takes a leading role in international climate negotiation. Today, senior international fellow with the Smart Energy Council Thom Woodroofe, on Donald Trump and whether global action on climate is a lost cause without the United States. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Senior international fellow with the Smart Energy Council Thom Woodroofe

11 Nov

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19 min
18 NOV

The arrest of Alan Jones

Alan Jones was at his luxury Circular Quay apartment yesterday morning when Child Abuse Squad detectives arrived to arrest him. For nine months, police had been conducting a top secret investigation. Now, they’ve charged Jones with 24 offences, involving eight victims. Among the charges are 11 of aggravated indecent assault where the victim was under the authority of the offender. His arrest is the latest chapter in the downfall of one of Australia's most controversial figures, a man described by one of his alleged victims as being “more powerful than the prime minister”. Today, investigative reporter and author of Jones Town: The Power and Myth of Alan Jones Chris Masters on the downfall of one of Australia’s most powerful men and what it tells us about the nature of power in this country. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Investigative reporter and author of Jones Town: The Power and Myth of Alan Jones Chris Masters

18 Nov

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19 min
12 NOV

‘A big red flag’: Labor accused of pork-barrelling

The Albanese government has been accused of pork-barrelling after an analysis of $1.35 billion in grants found almost 90 per cent of seats that Labor held or gained at the election received a grant. Labor has defended the grants, saying they were campaign commitments that had to be met. Today, independent MP Helen Haines on pork-barrelling by the major parties and how the Albanese government rates on accountability and integrity as we head to a federal election. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Independent MP Helen Haines

12 Nov

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20 min
24 JUN

Morrison and Rudd: The unlikely duo could be Australia's Trump whisperers

Back in 2016, when Donald Trump was elected President, the Australian government was caught off guard. The then prime minister Malcolm Turnbull called golfing legend Greg Norman just to get Trump’s phone number. This time around, the government is taking the prospect of a second Trump presidency seriously and has begun making preparations for it. Today, special correspondent for The Saturday Paper Jason Koutsoukis on what the government thinks Trump 2.0 could mean for Australia and the safety measures that are already underway. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Special correspondent for The Saturday Paper, Jason Koutsoukis

24 Jun

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19 min
30 JAN

What did the ICJ's ruling really mean?

Last weekend’s decision by the International Court of Justice was heralded as a victory by many. South Africa and the Palestinian Authority saw it as a vindication, as orders have been made to prevent any genocidal acts in Gaza and the ICJ will move towards a full trial. Others heralded it as a win for Israel, with the court refusing to make an order for the end of military action against Hamas. Today, expert in international law and Professor of Law at the University of California Davis Chimene Keitner, on what the ICJ really considered and what their interim decision means. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Expert in international law and Professor of Law at the University of California Davis Chimene Keitner

30 Jan

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23 min
04/12/2023

Why private school kids run the country

In Australia, where a person went to school increasingly tells a story about their privilege, class and academic opportunity. While the majority of Australians go through the public school system, pending research reveals that the majority of our politicians did not. So, which politicians went to private schools, and is their lack of lived experience in public education holding back reforms to the sector? Today, national correspondent for The Saturday Paper, Mike Seccombe, on why the gap between public and private schools in Australia is widening. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: National correspondent for The Saturday Paper, Mike Seccombe

04/12/2023

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19 min
9 JAN

The Summer Read: Christos Tsiolkas on pieces of fiction that stay with us forever

Today on the show, author Christos Tsiolkas with a recent piece from The Monthly. “The Past is a foreign country: they do things differently there” – is the memorable opening line of L.P. Hartley’s 1953 novel, The Go-Between. It’s a line that has stuck with Christos Tsiolkas since he read it in high school - and a sentiment that has made him reflect on his life, his migrant parents’ lives, and the value of creating foreign worlds through fiction. Christos Tsiolkas will read his story, ‘The Past is a Foreign Country’, after a short conversation with 7am host Ange McCormack. (This episode first aired in August 2023.) Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Author, Christos Tsiolkas

9 Jan

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18 min
22 JAN

Why judges will soon get to decide ‘Australian values’

At the end of last year, the government rushed through new laws that have largely flown under the radar. The new citizenship act, which was passed following a High Court decision, allows judges to strip a dual citizen of their Australian citizenship if they repudiate ‘Australian values’. But, what are Australian values? And can they be defined, anyway? Today, constitutional and citizenship expert and contributor to The Saturday Paper Professor Kim Rubenstein on why a new set of laws are forcing us to reckon with what it means to be Australian. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Constitutional and citizenship expert and contributor to The Saturday Paper, Professor Kim Rubenstein

22 Jan

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20 min
25 JAN

Peter Dutton’s failing culture war over Jan 26

This year, the attempt to whip up nationalism over January 26 has taken a different turn. While politicians and the media talk about pride in celebrating Australia Day, many businesses and cultural institutions are moving ahead with not recognising a holiday that celebrates colonisation. So is the culture war actually failing? Is the debate over? And in the shadow of the referendum defeat, what is the state of the push for justice for Indigenous Australians? Today, writer and host of The Mission on 3RRR radio Daniel James, on what this year’s debate about January 26 tells us about the direction of the country. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Writer and host of The Mission on RRR radio Daniel James

25 Jan

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17 min

A daily news show from the publisher of The Monthly and The Saturday Paper. Hear from the country’s best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday.

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DAILY NEWS
Ange McCormack delves into Australia's housing crisis. This five-part series investigates the decision-makers, the effect on a generation destined for rental living, and who profits from record prices.

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NEWS
Listen to Australia's best writers and thinkers read out longform essays from The Monthly magazine, the country's leading publication on politics, current affairs and culture.

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NEWS