The Radio National Hour
ABC
A weekday magazine-style current affairs program hosted by one of Australia's pre-eminent and loved interviewers. Drawing on Fran's extensive current affairs and cultural knowledge, The Radio National Hour takes a thoughtful, deep dive into the important and challenging issues, and brings insightful and engaging conversations with big names in the arts, sport and culture.
Episodes
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Jul 21, 2025 • 54min
Millions for SA algal bloom fight & Elizabeth Harrower's lost years of writing
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 17, 2025 • 55min
No more Mr nice guy: Trump is losing patience with Putin
Michael Rowland brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 16, 2025 • 55min
Will crypto week make President Trump's digital dreams come true?
Michael Rowland brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 15, 2025 • 55min
Goodbye China trade blip, hello tourism bump
Michael Rowland brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 14, 2025 • 55min
More strategy, less ambiguity, what is the PM's China agenda?
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 11, 2025 • 55min
The Radio National Hour
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 10, 2025 • 55min
The Radio National Hour
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 9, 2025 • 54min
The Radio National Hour
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 7, 2025 • 55min
The Radio National Hour
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
Jul 4, 2025 • 55min
'I'm in love with an AI chatbot'
Fran Kelly brings you compelling conversations on issues that challenge,entertain and inspire us.
