ABC News Daily
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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 Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, and the Israel-Hamas war.
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.
After Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Labor were returned to office in the 2025 election, with a strong parliamentary majority, we will be following the government’s new agenda and how the diminished Liberal and National Party Coalition responds. The podcast picks apart major policy areas, including energy policy, finance and the Federal Budget.
The podcast covers news from America, with analysis on the Donald Trump administration in the White House. His actions, including massive tariffs on trade, have big implications for global politics and the economy 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.
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.
Key topics of recent episodes include the Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, and the Israel-Hamas war.
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.
After Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Labor were returned to office in the 2025 election, with a strong parliamentary majority, we will be following the government’s new agenda and how the diminished Liberal and National Party Coalition responds. The podcast picks apart major policy areas, including energy policy, finance and the Federal Budget.
The podcast covers news from America, with analysis on the Donald Trump administration in the White House. His actions, including massive tariffs on trade, have big implications for global politics and the economy 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.
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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Mar 26, 2025 • 15min
Laura Tingle on how Labor’s tax cut ‘snookered’ Dutton
Laura Tingle, the political editor for ABC's 7.30 program, shares her insights on Australia’s budget surprise: a major tax cut that could sway voter opinion ahead of elections. She discusses how this bold move positions the Labor government favorably as the Coalition struggles. Tingle emphasizes the political implications of these tax cuts and the challenges they present for the opposition. They explore the evolving political landscape, including public sentiment around cost of living and other pressing issues as the election looms.
Mar 25, 2025 • 15min
The surprise tax cut in the pre-election budget
Ian Verrender, ABC's Chief Business Correspondent, dives into the recent pre-election budget that introduces modest tax cuts for average workers. He discusses the $17.1 billion commitment and its implications for household finances. The conversation covers a new housing strategy and energy rebates designed to ease the cost-of-living pressures. Ian also highlights the challenges of ongoing deficits, the unpredictability of forecasts shaped by global events, and the balancing act Labor faces in managing the economy amidst financial uncertainty.
Mar 24, 2025 • 15min
Is Trump being played by Putin in peace talks?
Join Associate Professor Matthew Sussex, an international relations expert from the Australian National University, as he delves into the complex dynamics of Ukraine's peace talks. He unpacks whether Donald Trump is being outmaneuvered by Vladimir Putin amid ongoing negotiations. The discussion covers troubling U.S. foreign policy shifts, the ramifications of halting aid to Ukraine, and how Trump's tactics may marginalize Ukrainian interests. Sussex offers a critical look at the potential manipulation in these high-stakes discussions, raising questions about the future of European stability.
Mar 23, 2025 • 14min
How power companies justify another price hike
Alison Reeve, Energy and Climate Change Deputy Program Director at the Grattan Institute, dives into the persistent rise of electricity costs in Australia. She explains how government policies and global events, like the Ukraine war, are driving these hikes beyond inflation rates. Listeners will learn about the regional disparities in pricing and the limited relief measures available. Reeve critiques the effectiveness of government subsidies and champions alternative strategies for achieving energy efficiency, shedding light on a pressing issue affecting consumers.
Mar 20, 2025 • 14min
Trump’s showdown with the courts over migrants
Ilya Somin, a law professor at George Mason University and expert in constitutional studies, discusses Donald Trump’s recent defiance of a court order regarding the deportation of Venezuelan migrants. He explores the implications of invoking the Alien Enemies Act and the potential constitutional crisis this creates. Somin highlights the troubling rhetoric surrounding migrant treatment and the swift legal challenges to Trump’s actions. The conversation raises serious questions about judicial authority and the future of the rule of law in America.
Mar 19, 2025 • 14min
How long will the egg shortage last?
Buying a carton of eggs at your local supermarket has become a lot harder in the past year. The shelves are often bare, there’s a limit on the number of cartons you can take home and prices are rising. Today, Landline reporter Tim Lee explains how bird flu is leading to a major egg shortage and why it could last for years. Featured: Tim Lee, Landline reporter
Mar 18, 2025 • 15min
Is Married at First Sight too toxic for TV?
Married at First Sight is the highest rating show on Australian television.It’s been around for a while but the toxic relationships it features are increasingly being called into question, with one incident this season being investigated by police. Today, Beverley Wang, host of the ABC’s pop culture podcast Stop Everything, on why so many Australians are drawn to the reality show and whether it’s fit for television. Featured: Beverley Wang, ABC national culture correspondent and host of Stop Everything!
Mar 17, 2025 • 15min
Are Dutton’s Musk-inspired cuts a good idea?
If the Coalition wins the federal election, Peter Dutton wants to appoint his own Elon Musk to cut government spending. Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price is now the shadow minister for government efficiency, a title that echoes the Department Of Government Efficiency in the United States. So, what will be on the chopping block? And do Australians really want a Trump-style DOGE?Today, Mark Kenny, director of the Australian Studies Institute at the Australian National University, on whether slashing the public service really saves money in the end. Featured: Mark Kenny, director of the Australian Studies Institute at the Australian National University and host of ‘Democracy Sausage’ podcast
Mar 16, 2025 • 15min
The childcare companies trading safety for profits
It’s a $20 billion industry charged with the care of almost one and a half million Australian children. But is the child care sector being run by the wrong people? Can parents trust their kids will be safe when they drop them off each day? Today, Adele Ferguson on her Four Corners investigation into how profits are often put ahead of care and how some centres are not what they seem. Editor's note: Adele's investigation 'Betrayal of Trust' goes to air on Monday 17 March at 8.00pm on ABC TV and ABC iviewFeatured:Adele Ferguson, ABC investigative reporter
Mar 13, 2025 • 16min
Has Elon Musk made driving a Tesla uncool?
Donald Trump, a long time electric vehicle sceptic, is now the owner of a brand new Tesla. But can the US president’s new found love for EVs save the brand, with Tesla stock tumbling since CEO Elon Musk took on his high profile role in the Trump administration?Today, an EV expert on all things Tesla and where EV sales are heading in Australia. We also speak with an Australian Tesla owner who’s struggling with having a Musk-mobile in her driveway. Featured: ‘Vanessa’, Tesla ownerGiles Parkinson, founder and editor of The Driven
