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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Feb 13, 2025 • 16min
What Trump’s call with Putin means for the war
Rajan Menon, a professor emeritus of international relations at the City College of New York and a senior research scholar at Columbia University, dives into the complexities of Trump's recent call with Putin about the Ukraine war. He explores the risk of sidelining Ukraine in negotiations and questions Trump's history with strongman leaders. Menon discusses Ukraine's NATO aspirations, the geopolitical intricacies at play, and how Trump's diplomacy might shape a tenuous peace in the region amidst ongoing tensions.
Feb 12, 2025 • 15min
The Sydney nurses exposed in a ‘vile’ anti-Israel video
Deborah Stone, editor-in-chief of The Jewish Independent, dives into a shocking incident involving two Sydney nurses who made threatening remarks about Israeli patients. She discusses the alarming rise of anti-Semitism in Australia, citing over 2,000 reported cases in a year. The conversation touches on the implications of hate speech in healthcare settings and the urgent need for public education to counteract these sentiments. Stone calls for bipartisan efforts in parliament to address this escalating issue and promote social cohesion.
Feb 11, 2025 • 15min
Will Albanese’s call with Trump save us from tariffs?
In this engaging discussion, economist Susan Stone, the Credit Union SA Chair of Economics at the University of South Australia, offers her insights on trade tensions between the U.S. and Australia. She analyzes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's call with Donald Trump and the potential exemption from hefty steel and aluminum tariffs. Stone elaborates on the complex trade dynamics, emphasizing Australia's significant imports from the U.S. and the implications of these negotiations for future relations amid looming economic conflicts.
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Feb 10, 2025 • 14min
Elon Musk’s attack on ‘evil’ aid
Alan Yu, Senior Vice President for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress, discusses Elon Musk's controversial stance on USAID. He examines the devastating humanitarian consequences of the funding freeze, including reports of loss of life on the Thai-Myanmar border. The conversation delves into the broader implications for global aid and the chilling effects on NGOs. Yu also tackles misinformation surrounding USAID, revealing how these cuts could reshape international alliances and humanitarian efforts.
Feb 9, 2025 • 15min
Why we need to move beyond BMI
Dr. Louise Bauer, a Professor of child and adolescent health at the University of Sydney, discusses the flaws in the traditional BMI system. She explains how BMI, created nearly 200 years ago, fails to accurately represent health and obesity. Personal stories reveal the impact of BMI on body image and mental health. The conversation highlights the need for a more holistic approach to health assessments, considering factors like body composition and individual circumstances, especially for those misclassified as obese.
Feb 6, 2025 • 14min
Making sense of Sam Kerr’s trial
Tracey Holmes, host of The Sports Ambassador podcast, brings insights into Sam Kerr's controversial trial over alleged racial harassment of a police constable. They discuss the details of the incident, including emotional tensions and public reactions. The conversation delves into legal complexities, the notion of reverse racism, and its implications within sports and society. Tracey highlights how these events may affect Kerr's career and the scrutiny athletes, especially women, face in the public eye.
Feb 5, 2025 • 14min
Can Trump really take over Gaza?
Hussein Ibish, a Senior Scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute, offers insightful analysis on Trump's controversial plan for Gaza. The conversation dives into the impracticality of relocating millions of Palestinians and examines the deeper right-wing motives behind such proposals. Ibish discusses the humanitarian and geopolitical implications of U.S. troops possibly occupying Gaza and critiques the idea of U.S. ownership over the territory. He also highlights the likely backlash from Arab nations and the complexities surrounding regional stability.
Feb 4, 2025 • 14min
Alan Kohler on Trump’s tariff chaos
Alan Kohler, ABC TV's finance expert, dives into the whirlwind of Donald Trump's tariff announcements. He unpacks the unexpected removal of tariffs on Mexico and Canada and its chaos in financial markets. Kohler discusses how these decisions affect trade relations and the looming threat of a global trade war. Additionally, he highlights the specific impacts on Australia's economy, including exports and inflation, while exploring the broader implications of political instability on global markets.
Feb 3, 2025 • 14min
Inside Trump’s immigration crackdown
Ruby Powers, an immigration attorney from Houston, Texas, shares her insights on the severe impact of Trump's immigration policies. She discusses the real-life effects of ICE raids and deportations on undocumented migrants, revealing the atmosphere of fear in immigrant communities. Powers highlights the emotional toll on families and the anxiety parents face about their children's schooling amid potential immigration enforcement. She advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, urging support for those navigating these distressing changes.
Feb 2, 2025 • 15min
Who’s to blame for declining school results?
In this discussion, Connor Duffy, ABC's education reporter, dives into the troubling decline in Australian students' literacy and numeracy skills. He reveals that one-third of students fail to meet basic benchmarks, while those from non-English backgrounds often excel. Duffy emphasizes the critical role of parental engagement in boosting educational success and showcases a school that has transformed its teaching methods for better results. He also touches upon the ongoing debate between inquiry-based learning and explicit instruction in the education system.
