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Because the news should not be boring. The best stories, told by the world's best journos - right from our newsroom at news.com.au. Hosted by Andrew Bucklow. Short, sweet, five days a week, and in your ears by 6am.
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After two decades on air, Jonesy & Amanda reveal the moments that shaped them, including the risky bets, the deep regrets, the chaos, the laughs, and yes… the day they drank each other’s blood. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cricket tragic and Half-Arsed History host Riley Knight joins us to revisit the three most controversial moments in Ashes history — from Dennis Lillee’s infamous metal bat stunt to Jonny Bairstow’s explosive stumping. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When Erin Patterson was found guilty over the mushroom murders, jurors said the evidence spoke for itself. But what exactly did they see? In this episode, we speak with writer Greg Haddrick, who followed the case closely to unpack the most shocking moments from the trial and the evidence that sealed Erin’s fate. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sydney Swans champ and Telstra ambassador Isaac Heeney told us he would answer any question we had for him, no matter how unhinged. Trust us, we really pushed the limits. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drag superstar Trinity the Tuck spills all, from working with Taylor Swift to making her wild new Tubi movie Slay. She also dishes on what she really thinks of Australia’s biggest personalities. There's no filter, but it's all fun. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australia’s been dreaming of a fast train from Sydney to Melbourne for decades - but will it ever leave the station? We speak to Professor Christopher Pettit from UNSW to find out how likely high-speed rail really is, and when we might finally get on track. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When a flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza was reportedly attacked by a drone, journalist Yusuf Omar was on board — alongside Greta Thunberg. In this episode, he relives the chaos at sea, the moment their vessel caught fire, and reveals what Greta is really like when the cameras aren’t rolling. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Half-Arsed History host Riley Knight joins us to talk about some of history’s strangest deaths — from a politician who died while doing the deed to a Viking bitten by a severed head. Honestly, you couldn’t make this stuff up. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Meredith has spent 38 years as a NSW police officer delivering some of the toughest news imaginable - death messages. In this episode, he reveals how officers handle that task before sharing a personal story that changed his life forever. Check out fortemaustralia.org.au For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A major change is coming to the way Australians access adult content online. From December, anyone wanting to view porn will have to prove they’re over 18 — not on adult sites, but at the search engine level. What does that mean for your Google account, your privacy, and your options for getting around it? We ask Professor Lisa Given from RMIT. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Home and Away star Jessica Redmayne opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her mum, Christine, to dementia. From the first signs of change to the long years of care, Jessica shares her deeply personal journey of love, resilience, and grief — and why she’s determined to raise awareness about a condition affecting hundreds of thousands of Australians. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More than five years after Ivan Milat’s death, questions still linger. Was Australia’s most infamous serial killer responsible for more than seven murders — and did he act alone? We speak with news.com.au’s Cydonee Mardon, who covered Milat’s trial, about the chilling evidence, the push for a parliamentary inquiry, and why some of his relatives still claim he was innocent. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former royal butler Grant Harrold spent seven years serving inside the palace, working for Charles (now King), Camilla, William, Kate, and Harry. In this episode, Grant reveals what Harry and William were like when they were younger and shares a wild story about Prince Philip. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former royal butler Grant Harrold spent seven years serving inside the palace, working for Charles (now King), Camilla, William, Kate, and Harry. In this episode, Grant lifts the lid on life behind closed doors — from what Camilla is really like, to whether those bizarre rumours about ironed shoelaces and travelling toilet seats are true. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have made a major decision about their future after a challenging couple of years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Home invasions are rising across Victoria, sparking fierce debate over whether self-defence laws go far enough. In this episode, criminologist Dr. Xanthe Mallett explains what the law allows, while Victorian dad Ben Mansfield shares the terrifying night two armed intruders broke into his family home For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AFL star Izak Rankine has been suspended after a homophobic slur, the fourth such incident in the league in just two years. But what’s it really like to be gay in Aussie rules? Michael O’Donnell quit the game as a teenager because he didn’t see a place for himself. Years later, he returned, won premierships, and even stopped a match to call out abuse. In this episode, he shares his story and what needs to change in footy. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re joined by Ben Nash from Pivot Wealth to unpack the new rules of money. From property and super to shares and savings, Ben breaks down what actually works for young Australians who want to get ahead — and how to avoid the traps that leave so many feeling stuck. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craig Harrison held the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill — 2.4 kilometres. In this episode, he opens up about the first time he pulled the trigger, the week he spent behind his rifle without moving, and the hidden truths of life as a sniper. He also shares how PTSD ended his 23-year military career and why he still says he’d do it all again. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I chat to news.com.au’s Kathy McCabe about the Netflix movie that’s taken the world by storm -smashing streaming records, topping music charts, and inspiring a global fan frenzy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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