Australia Overnight with Clinton Maynard

Listen to the full show podcast - Tuesday - 21st JanuarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined by One Nation Queensland Senator Malcolm Roberts, for his views on two pressing national issues: the ongoing challenges facing Australia’s defence forces in attracting and retaining skilled personnel, and the growing generational divide on cultural identity, particularly regarding Australia Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast - Tuesday - 21st  January See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 21st January  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Russell Setright, Australia’s best known Naturopath & author of ‘Get Well in the Golden Years, to get the latest in health and well-being news.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast - Monday - 20th JanuarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined by Luke Achterstraat, Executive Director of Small Business Australia, to discuss Peter Dutton's proposal to reintroduce taxpayer-funded business lunches, which offers small businesses a yearly tax deduction of up to $20,000 for client and employee meals at restaurants, cafes, and pubs—alcohol excluded. Achterstraat addresses the plan’s potential to boost local economies, reward employees, and alleviate challenges faced by hospitality businesses, which are struggling under rising costs. The Hawke government cracked down on boozy lunches through the fringe benefits tax in 1986.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike speaks with Dating Coach Karina Chapman to explore the rising trend of AI companions, examining whether they help ease loneliness or hinder genuine human connections. While AI companions provide 24/7 availability, judgment-free interaction, and tailored support, Chapman highlights their limitations, including a lack of genuine empathy, potential over-reliance, and privacy risks. She emphasizes that true relationship success starts with self-understanding and that AI can offer temporary comfort but cannot replace the fulfillment of authentic human connections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined by Dr. Dana McKay, Senior Lecturer in Innovative Interactive Technologies at RMIT's School of Computing Technologies, to discuss the impending US TikTok ban, its roots in concerns over Chinese ownership, and the platform's ability to influence viewpoints.  She highlights TikTok's highly personalized algorithm and its role in shaping opinions, while noting similar risks posed by other social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Dr McKay critiques the effectiveness of bans, suggesting they often lead to circumvention rather than resolution, and advocates for nuanced legislation targeting harmful online behaviors instead of entire platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast - Monday - 20th January See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 20th JanuarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys talks movies and entertainment with Alex First, editor of itellyouwhatithink.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys is joined by Brendan O’Neill, journalist & Editor of Spiked / Host of the Spiked podcast & author of ‘After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation’, to dissect the stories making headlines in the U.K. & the world over the past week. You can keep up to date with Brendan’s most recent work by visiting the ‘Spiked’ website www.spiked-online.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast - Friday - 20th DecemberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Elf, Love Actually, It’s a Wonderful Life -who doesn’t love a Christmas movie? Some are tear-jerkers, some are love stories, and some are a little bit corny… butwe love them all the same. By design, Christmas movies have strong themes that tell the audience everything isgoing to be just fine. They often share a ‘hero’s journey’ and show that despite the hardship the maincharacter goes through, everything will be okay in the end. In addition, the messages of caring, love, hope, community, and forgiveness arealways intertwined into the stories, all of which are central to good mental health inour own personal realities. Mike is joined by Dr Marny Lishman, Health & Community Psychologist & Author of ‘Burnout to Brilliant’ who shares her thoughts on why you should enjoy yourfestive favourites guilt free and often.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being single at Christmas can be tough. Sometimes it’s nice to share all that festive magic with someone special. Thankfully, Christmas is also a time for new beginnings and therefore the perfecttime to meet someone new. Mike is joined by Dating Coach, Karina Chapman, who reveals her tips to help seeking singles find love these holidays:  “There are so many events at Christmas. Attend all those parties, they’re great opportunities to meet new people. Strike up a conversation and make a connection. Consider volunteering, it’s a wonderful way to meet people who share your values. Take advantage of online dating. And take care of yourself - confidence is attractive, and it can help you find the right person. But remember, being single at Christmas is just a temporary phase, with these tips,next year could look very different.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast - Friday - 20th DecemberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys has a weekly chat with Sue Dodd from the Sydney Markets about what bargains are on offer at the markets this week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 20th December  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys is joined by Sarah Boorer, Communications professional & CWA award-winning cook, to look at the world of baked goods, delicious treats and & easy recipes. This week Sarah whips up Classic Pavlova recipe (recipe courtesy of Australian Women’s Weekly) Ingredients6 egg whites1 1/2 cup (330g) caster sugar1 tablespoon cornflour1/2 teaspoon white vinegar300 millilitre thickened cream1 tablespoon icing sugar mixture1 teaspoon vanilla essence 250 gram strawberries, halved125g blueberries 3 passionfruit Method1. Preheat oven to 120°C (100°C fan-forced). Mark a 20cm circle on baking paper;cover oven tray with paper.2. Beat egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add castersugar, beating until dissolved after each addition (this should take 6 or 7 minutes).Gently fold in cornflour and vinegar.3. Spread meringue inside circle on prepared tray. Using palette knife or spatula,shape sides of meringue and level the top.4. Bake for about 1½ hours or until dry. Turn oven off and leave pavlova to cool inoven with door ajar.5. An hour before serving, beat cream, sugar and essence in a small bowl with anelectric mixer until soft peaks form. Fill pavlova with cream mixture and decoratewith fruit.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.