2GB Afternoons with Michael McLaren

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From the Summary Podcast -The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered its fifth interest rate increase this year, pushing the cash rate to an 18-year high of 4.85 per cent and placing immense strain on household budgets nationwide. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant investigates whether there is an end in sight to these hikes and asks whether we need a new approach to tackling...

2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has criticised the Albanese government over its changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, blaming the reforms for Australia's worsening housing market downturn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Liberal MP for Oatley Mark Coure has announced he will not contest the next New South Wales election, bringing an end to his parliamentary career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has slammed the Federal and State governments, saying they are fuelling Australia's inflation crisis through years of excessive spending. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - The fascinators are out as Flemington hosts another edition of the Melbourne Cup, but questions are mounting over whether the historic event still commands the country's attention. With declining television ratings, dropping crowd numbers, and growing animal welfare scrutiny, the famous fixture faces an uncertain cultural future. On this episode of  The Summary...

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2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has questioned why Australian players aren't singing the national anthem, after being impressed by the passion displayed by Tonga and Samoa in Sunday night's Rugby League World Cup match.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From The Summary Podcast - One Nation has come under intense scrutiny over its viral Please Explain animated series, drawing widespread criticism for targeting public figures and even co-opting the country's favourite Blue Heeler. When political messaging wraps itself in animation, at what point does edgy humour cross the line into real-world harm? On this episode of  The Summary , host...

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2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren believes Jim Chalmers is being made the "fall guy" by the Labor government for Australia's current economic problems, questioning how much of the fiscal policy actually comes from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - Every spring, bursts of purple take over Australian suburban streets and social media feeds as jacarandas burst into bloom, marking the approach of summer and university exam season. While they feel like an Aussie staple, these iconic trees are not native to Australia and come with their own mix of folklore, ecological quirks, and street-level chaos. On this episode of&n...

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2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has questioned whether both the federal and state governments have a clear plan to manage Sydney's population growth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - Four weeks after the ban on card surcharges came into effect, customers and business owners are still dealing with confusion, rising costs, and unexpected price hikes. While the reform was designed to increase transparency at the checkout, many cafes and venues have lifted overall prices well beyond the cost of payment processing. On this episode of  The Summar...

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2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren warns Australia could face political instability similar to France, as concerns grow over the government's ability to manage the country's challenges.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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From The Summary podcast - Roughly one-third of Australian households have experienced serious strain trying to put meals on the table over the past year, forcing countless families to choose between basic essentials and everyday groceries. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant investigates what is driving this unprecedented spike in food insecurity and asks whether relief a...

2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has called on the Australian government to "get smarter" with its spending, warning the nation can't rely on its natural wealth and good fortune forever.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - Described by cybersecurity experts as the digital equivalent of an unexploded bomb, a major vulnerability in the widespread programming language PHP has forced high-profile websites offline and sent network administrators scrambling. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant looks into how this critical flaw was discovered and what businesses and everyday i...

Treasurer Jim Chalmers challenged critics to name where to cut funding, and independent economist Saul Eslake has answered directly.  Listen to hear Eslake break down the political sacred cows Canberra must tackle to stop Australia from racking up a dangerous debt tab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has praised Sunday's rally against the sale of Victoria Barracks, describing the scenes as "wonderful". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.