Neil Mitchell Asks Why

Andrew Rule and John 'Sly' Silvester are the odd couple of crime. One can write, the other can talk. They've built their careers writing, and talking, about the most unpleasant things in life. Murder. Armed robbery. Gang wars. They revolutionised the way journalists wrote about crime, and they're responsible for bringing one of Australia's most notorious, and now infamous criminals, into public consciousness: Chopper Read. In this episode, Andrew Rule and Sly explain why they write, and why some cases still haunt them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's no denying AI will shape the future of human life: How we work, live and communicate. In this special highlight episode, I speak to Australia's leading expert on Artificial Intelligence, Professor Toby Walsh, the Chief Scientist at the UNSW AI Institute. He's written a number of books on the subject, and been a vocal supporter of AI intelligence - but he has his concerns too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I dive into the unexpected, unassuming world of fungi - and what I've found is astounding. I speak to Mycologist Dr.Teresa Lebel and discover fungi has the potential to change, save and shape the world like you wouldn't believe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These are my predictions for 2025: Cost of living crisis won't go away, debt set to soar, ABC is in for a shake up and no clear winner of the federal election. Tell me what you think:  EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Neil Mitchell Asks Why, humanitarian Moira Kelly reveals how she saved her adopted daughter, one of the famously conjoined twin sisters Trishna and Krishna, for a second time.  For more information about Moira’s work, you can visit the Creating Hope Foundation  Here Get in touch:   EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is my take on the last week in news: Attack on Synagogue must be a line in the sand. Tell me what you think:  EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Peter Singer has been called the father of veganism, the most influential philosopher of the last 50 years and the world's most moral man. In this episode, I find out how someone who thinks so deeply about the failures of mankind, can still find happiness.  You can find Profess Singer's book 'Animal Liberation Now: The Definitive Classic Renewed' at all good bookstores.  Get in touch:   EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is my take on the last week in news: All banks are still bastards and Australia's decision to back UN Israel / Palestine resolution is wrong and unfair.  Tell me what you think:  EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm back for a new season of interviews, debates and editorials in 2025.  Get in touch:  EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchell  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is my take on the last week in news: Convicted killer should not be granted leave for IVF treatment and new poll shows doubt over the direction Australia is heading.  Tell me what you think:  EMAIL: neil.mitchell@nine.com.au X: x.com/3AWNeilMitchellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.