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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the incoming Donald Trump administration, Elon Musk, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, retail surveillance, freebirth, methanol poisoning, Laos travel, Vladimir Putin, nuclear doctrine, Alan Jones, population policy, immigration and Israel. From interest rates, real estate and the housing crisis, to scams and US politics, ABC News Daily brings you facts and analysis you need to understand the biggest news stories. The podcast covers news from America, with analysis on what the result of the US election means for the future of US democracy. Donald Trump's return to the White House has big implications for global politics and security and US journalists and experts will explain what's at stake. As Australians battle a cost-of-living crisis, ABC News Daily looks at the causes of inflation, rising rental costs, house prices, insurance costs and the price of groceries. Key experts in business and finance join Samantha Hawley, explaining the state of the economy, the unemployment rate and the jobs market. Whether you rent, own an investment house or apartment, or are repaying a mortgage, ABC News Daily offers unique insights and analysis. When there are big moves from the Reserve Bank (RBA) on interest rates, or remarkable reactions in the ASX or the Australian dollar, guest experts, including economists, explain why. Expect regular updates on Australian politics, with key comments from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton. The podcast picks apart major policy areas, including energy policy, finance and the Federal Budget. Look into ABC News Daily's archive to find episodes on electric vehicles (EVs), artificial intelligence (AI), the big banks, supermarkets, TikTok, Ozempic, Tesla, Elon Musk, Twitter, Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, COVID, cyber security, spies, espionage, education, schools, teachers, crime and issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (First Nations) Australians. ABC News Daily follows developments in the Middle East and the war between Israel and Hamas, with insights into the mindset of Benjamin Netanyahu, Palestinians and the role of Iran. The podcast looks at the latest from Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelensky fights to repel the Russian invaders led by Russia's President Vladimir Putin. As China's Xi Jinping contemplates the future of Taiwan, ABC News Daily will sort fact from fiction. When North Korea's Kim Jong Un fires ballistic missiles, we'll assess the danger his regime poses. When scammers target superannuation, your tax return and the ATO, you'll hear advice on what you can do to protect yourself. As climate change fuelled by greenhouse gas emissions increases the risk of natural disasters, including fires and floods, ABC News Daily brings you fact-based analysis. The future of electricity generation in Australia is being debated, and as claims are made about the merits of nuclear power, come to ABC News Daily for context around its potential role in replacing or augmenting coal and gas power plants and what it could mean for power bills. The podcast covers the future of renewable / green power generation, including the use of wind turbines, solar and hydro electric power. The podcast looks at key businesses, including Coles and Woolworths, Qantas, the Commonwealth Bank and the construction, resources and manufacturing industries. When they report record profit, battle unions, or raise prices, the podcast pays attention. ABC experts including Ian Verrender, Alan Kohler, Laura Tingle, Patricia Karvelas, John Lyons, and Annabel Crabb join Samantha Hawley to step through big issues and current affairs.

  1. 3 HR AGO

    The police officer guilty of a grandma’s taser death

    When police officer Kristian White tasered 95 year old Clare Nowland in an aged care facility last year, he said the great grandmother was a threat because she was carrying a knife.  But a jury has found him guilty of manslaughter. Today, we speak with reporter Jason Om who has been covering the case and with criminologist Xanthe Mallett about how police use tasers.  Featured:  Jason Om, 7.30 reporter Xanthe Mallett, associate professor of criminology from the University of Newcastle

    14 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    What is Labor rushing through parliament?

    There’s been a flurry of activity in Canberra as the government rushes to get a huge amount of legislation through parliament before it rises at the end of the week. So, what are the new and proposed laws and will they really help you?  Today, the ABC’s National Political Lead, David Speers on the bills passing and failing, as the government ponders a sooner rather than later election.  Featured:  David Speers, ABC National Political Lead

    15 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Why Bunnings wants to scan your face

    When Bunnings started to use facial recognition technology to check on who was in its stores, without the consent of customers, it raised alarm bells.  It says the face scans were deleted within one second and the tech helped to make stores safer, by identifying thieves or people who’ve been violent.  But at what cost? The hardware giant has now been found to have breached Australians’ privacy.   Today, tech reporter Ange Lavoipierre on what Bunnings was up to, how the technology works and whether it’s something to be wary of.  She says the technology was used in 63 stores across Victoria and New South Wales over a three-year period.  The Privacy Commissioner, Carly Kind, ruled that Bunnings' actions interfered with the privacy of potentially hundreds of thousands of customers.  Ange Lavoipierre also discusses the broader implications of such surveillance technologies and the potential for misuse of biometric data. Featured:  Ange Lavoipierre, ABC national technology reporter Key Topics: Facial recognition technology Privacy breach  Retail surveillance Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind Biometric data misuse Retail security  Consumer privacy rights Surveillance technology

    14 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    The rise of the freebirth movement

    You may have heard of home births, but free birthing, where there are no medical professionals present is a small, but increasing practice in Australia.  So, why are some women turning away from traditional hospital births and medical intervention?  Today, investigative reporter Charlotte King on the movement putting lives at risk. She says free birthing is chosen by some women due to a deep distrust in the medical system and past experiences of birth trauma.  Charlotte King says the lack of regulation and medical oversight in free birthing can lead to dangerous outcomes, as seen in several cases she investigated.  She discusses the influence of online communities advocating for free birth and the role of unqualified birth workers in these scenarios.  The episode underscores the urgent need for better support and informed choices for women in the birthing process. Featured:  Charlotte King, ABC Regional Investigations reporter Key Topics: Free birthing Birth trauma Medical intervention in childbirth Women's rights in childbirth Maternity care services

    15 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    The deaths from methanol poisoning in Laos

    Thousands of us travel through South East Asia every year and it can, at times, be risky.  But the story out of Laos this week is devastating. Nineteen year old Melbourne woman Bianca Jones has died and her friend Holly Bowles is in intensive care after what appears to be methanol poisoning from drinks.  Three other travellers have died and at least 10 people have fallen ill after drinking the alcohol. Today, what we know about the mass poisoning, how methanol ends up in drinks and the damage it causes to the body.  Featured:  Lauren Day, ABC South East Asia correspondent

    16 min

  6. 20 NOV

    Why Putin just changed his rules on nukes

    On the one thousandth day of Russia’s war in Ukraine this week there was a major shift on the battleground.  Russia declared that Ukraine, with the backing of US President Joe Biden, had fired US-supplied missiles into its territory for the first time.  Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has also unveiled new rules for his use of nuclear weapons.  Today, former Ukraine ceasefire observer Samir Puri on what it means for the war.  Featured:  Dr Samir Puri, former ceasefire observer in Ukraine, Associate Fellow at Chatham House and author of Westlessness: The Great Global Rebalancing

    15 min

  7. 19 NOV

    How Alan Jones lost his power

    The former broadcaster Alan Jones is heading to court next month to defend charges including aggravated indecent assault, involving nine alleged victims. But why are the charges for alleged offences between 2001 and 2019, only being laid now? Today, former Media Watch host Jonathan Holmes on the power Alan Jones once wielded and how it wilted away.  Featured:  Jonathan Holmes, Media Watch presenter 2008 to 2013

    15 min

  8. 18 NOV

    Trump’s 'shocking' White House picks

    Almost every day since his election, Donald Trump has been unveiling new members of his team.  The picks say a lot. He’s chosen a vaccine sceptic as Health Secretary, a TV host to take charge of defence and an accused drug and sex offender as Attorney General.    Today, National Political Reporter for The Hill, Julia Manchester on what it all says about how Trump will govern.  Featured:  Julia Manchester, National Political Reporter for The Hill

    14 min
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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the incoming Donald Trump administration, Elon Musk, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, retail surveillance, freebirth, methanol poisoning, Laos travel, Vladimir Putin, nuclear doctrine, Alan Jones, population policy, immigration and Israel. From interest rates, real estate and the housing crisis, to scams and US politics, ABC News Daily brings you facts and analysis you need to understand the biggest news stories. The podcast covers news from America, with analysis on what the result of the US election means for the future of US democracy. Donald Trump's return to the White House has big implications for global politics and security and US journalists and experts will explain what's at stake. As Australians battle a cost-of-living crisis, ABC News Daily looks at the causes of inflation, rising rental costs, house prices, insurance costs and the price of groceries. Key experts in business and finance join Samantha Hawley, explaining the state of the economy, the unemployment rate and the jobs market. Whether you rent, own an investment house or apartment, or are repaying a mortgage, ABC News Daily offers unique insights and analysis. When there are big moves from the Reserve Bank (RBA) on interest rates, or remarkable reactions in the ASX or the Australian dollar, guest experts, including economists, explain why. Expect regular updates on Australian politics, with key comments from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton. The podcast picks apart major policy areas, including energy policy, finance and the Federal Budget. Look into ABC News Daily's archive to find episodes on electric vehicles (EVs), artificial intelligence (AI), the big banks, supermarkets, TikTok, Ozempic, Tesla, Elon Musk, Twitter, Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, COVID, cyber security, spies, espionage, education, schools, teachers, crime and issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (First Nations) Australians. ABC News Daily follows developments in the Middle East and the war between Israel and Hamas, with insights into the mindset of Benjamin Netanyahu, Palestinians and the role of Iran. The podcast looks at the latest from Ukraine as Volodymyr Zelensky fights to repel the Russian invaders led by Russia's President Vladimir Putin. As China's Xi Jinping contemplates the future of Taiwan, ABC News Daily will sort fact from fiction. When North Korea's Kim Jong Un fires ballistic missiles, we'll assess the danger his regime poses. When scammers target superannuation, your tax return and the ATO, you'll hear advice on what you can do to protect yourself. As climate change fuelled by greenhouse gas emissions increases the risk of natural disasters, including fires and floods, ABC News Daily brings you fact-based analysis. The future of electricity generation in Australia is being debated, and as claims are made about the merits of nuclear power, come to ABC News Daily for context around its potential role in replacing or augmenting coal and gas power plants and what it could mean for power bills. The podcast covers the future of renewable / green power generation, including the use of wind turbines, solar and hydro electric power. The podcast looks at key businesses, including Coles and Woolworths, Qantas, the Commonwealth Bank and the construction, resources and manufacturing industries. When they report record profit, battle unions, or raise prices, the podcast pays attention. ABC experts including Ian Verrender, Alan Kohler, Laura Tingle, Patricia Karvelas, John Lyons, and Annabel Crabb join Samantha Hawley to step through big issues and current affairs.

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    ABC News
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  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
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    1.4K
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