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Neil Mitchell is Australia's best interviewer and you can only hear him here. His one rule is guests must be interesting and relevant to listeners.
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Mar 26, 2025 • 18min
2025 Budget Breakdown: 'It won't win the election'
This is my take on the 2025 Federal Budget. Tell me what you think: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 2025 • 1h 17min
Liar, conman, street thug, artist; Vincent Fantauzzo’s bizarre life
I sit down with Vincent Fantauzzo to talk about art, violence and his new memoir 'Unveiled'. Get in touch: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell This episode contains discussions about suicide, mental health issues and related topics. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support. Lifeline: 13 11 14See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2025 • 18min
Why elections are a $1 billion farce
This is my take on the last week in news: Australians are embarrassed by their own country, why elections have become a billion dollar farce and it's time for Kevin Rudd to pack his bags. Tell me what you think: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 23min
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton
I sit down with opposition leader Peter Dutton and discuss his plan for managing a volatile Donald Trump, nuclear energy and how he thinks he can win young votes. Get in touch: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 2025 • 21min
How Australia can fight youth crime
This is my take on the last week in news: Trump tariffs are bizarre & wrong - Australia's response needs to be smart, Victorian Government stuff ups on youth crime have had devastating consequences, and the Premier has issued a groveling apology. Tell me what you think: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 10, 2025 • 55min
Novels, drugs and the world of medicine: With Prof. Jim Nicklin
Professor Jim Nicklin is a high achieving doctor turned novelist. In this interview, I find out why an extremely well regarded medical professional would turn his hand to the world of fiction. You can find Jim's book here: https://www.amazon.com.au/U-Jim-Nicklin/dp/1923265741 Get in touch: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 6, 2025 • 21min
Tattoos, Trump & Trudeau
This is my take on the last week in news. Tattoos could kill you, the lunacy of the Trump / Trudeau trade wars and what I learnt from my interview with John Setka. Tell me what you think: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 2025 • 1h 27min
John Setka: My side of the story
I don't think there's ever been a more controversial union official than John Setka. This is his side of the story. Get in touch: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell This episode contains discussions about PTSD, suicide, mental health struggles and related topics. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support. Lifeline: 13 11 14See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 2025 • 21min
How Albo can win this election
This is what my 90 minute interview with Anthony Albanese reveals about the upcoming election, will Trump stand with us and why you should never go to court against the ABC (trust me, I’ve tried). Tell me what you think: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 29min
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
I sit down with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and find out why he thinks you should vote for him. Get in touch: EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.