Insiders
ABC News
Every Sunday morning, the ABC's national political lead David Speers unpacks the major stories shaping Australia's future. Each episode includes a major interview with an Australian politician and an extensive discussion with a panel of the country's best journalists. This show will help you understand the major factors behind the decisions and debates driving a national conversation.
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Aug 30, 2025 • 55min
Coalition MP Julian Leeser says federal governement created 'atmosphere' for Iran's anti-Semitic attacks
For the past two years, the Government has resisted calls to list Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organisation.
Aug 29, 2025 • 17min
How should governments respond to the 'sovereign citizen' movement? || Insiders: On Background
For years, experts have warned of the dangers of the so-called sovereign citizen movement.
Aug 27, 2025 • 5min
Analysis: Iran is guilty but the political brawl over antisemitism goes on
There is bipartisan support for expelling the Iranian ambassador and listing the IRGC as a terrorist organisation, but no end to the political brawl over antisemitic attacks in Australia.
Aug 23, 2025 • 54min
More steps to be taken on tax reform, says Treasurer Jim Chalmers
The roundtable is over, and there's consensus on broad tax reform goals.
Aug 20, 2025 • 5min
Analysis: So much for the union 'stitch-up' predicted by the Coalition
The treasurer's priority in this term has shifted from tackling cost of living to productivity and the unions are yet to score a victory.
Aug 16, 2025 • 59min
Coalition frontbencher Tim Wilson says government didn't consult opposition on Palestinian recognition
Donald Trump pivots on Ukraine – after his friendly meeting with Vladimir Putin. He’s dropped calls for a ceasefire and is now backing Russia’s plan to end the war with a sweeping peace deal.It comes as Australia joins the UK, France and Canada in declaring Australia will recognise a Palestinian state.
Aug 16, 2025 • 11min
Australia's defence spending is actually closer to 3 per cent says US Senator | Insiders
A senior US Senator says Australia's level of defence spending is much closer to 3% of GDP – if shipyards and other defence infrastructure is included.
Aug 9, 2025 • 57min
Acting Prime Minister says recognition of Palestinian state does not encourage Hamas
Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles has indicated he does not see recognition of a Palestinian state as encouraging Hamas.
Aug 6, 2025 • 6min
Analysis: Jim Chalmers is pitching himself as a Goldilocks on AI
The government is trying to strike the right balance between preventing mass redundancies forced by AI, while also preventing Australia falling behind those countries rapidly embracing the technology.
Aug 2, 2025 • 55min
ACTU calls for negative gearing reforms to be back on the table
The ACTU has called on the federal government to look at negative gearing and capital gains tax reforms at its upcoming productivity roundtable.
