The Late Debate

Mother left in tears after being asked if pregnant by airline worker results in public apology, the Northern Beaches Council is at it again choosing to discuss nukes over rates. Plus, another friendly warning from China this time to Aussie reporters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens’ bitter rift over gender has its founder on the verge of being ousted, Donald Trump reflects on the assassination attempt one year on. Plus, a fresh push to put books back in hands as reading rates are in sharp decline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US government sanctions UN Rapporteur on Palestine, Francesca Albanese, a pop band's debut album shoots to number one on the charts before fans realise the band is actually AI. Plus, Hugh Grant caught napping at Wimbledon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Liberals come up with yet another way to shoot themselves in the foot, ATO commissioner under fire for stereotyping Collingwood fans. Plus, physicists reverse engineer the big bang to estimate how long Earth has left.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize again, NSW Liberals eye US style voting shake-up. Plus, a scathing report finds Govt agencies in New South Wales are lacking cyber protection amid a funding short fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters support Liberal gender quotas but say it won’t sway their vote, Donald Trump says Elon Musk has gone off the rails and mocks his new party as ridiculous. Plus, the new Superman reboot set to dive into politics and the power of kindness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Childcare industry in crisis with some calling for a ban on male childcare workers, the $44 million report that even has its own authors divided. Plus, popular weight-loss drugs may soon be available through the PBS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major win for free speech in Australia as a court rules that a controversial post was in-fact legal, Trump champions women's rights after stripping trans swimmer of all titles. Plus, Jaguar sales in Europe hit the brakes after woke rebrand.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Proctor wins Dope of the Day for getting KO’d whilst taking part in a ‘Run It Straight’ event, lakes in the UK set to vanish under the Labour government’s solar plan. Plus, Meghan Markle’s fruit picking post sparks debate over inconsistencies.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wong to visit Washington this week, Kevin Rudd blamed for Trump team woes, China warns Australia on military spending. Plus, government funds paid placements for students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth holds Pentagon press conference and attacks the media over their coverage on Iran strikes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fragile ceasefire holds as Trump envoy calls peace talks with Iran promising, Antoinette Lattouf wins unfair termination case against ABC. Plus, Pakistan nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize praising his leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump's f-word explosion as he says Israel and Iran both violated ceasefire, Anthony Albanese persists on fending off Iran's criticism. Plus, Indigenous-only flights are half-empty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 A rebrand of the Queensland logo divides the state, Penny Wong defends 24-hour delay in Albanese government's backing of US strikes on Iran after omission of support from initial statement. Plus, Venetians bristle at Amazon founder's wedding plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trapped Aussies slam DFAT's evacuation efforts as Israel-Iran tensions reach new heights, the ladies of The View clash leaving Whoopi Goldberg in hot water, again. Plus, Vladimir Putin suggests he is open to meeting Volodymyr Zelensky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK authorities still failing to log sex offenders’ ethnicity data, one failed rapper tries to resurrect fame with NYC mayoral run. Plus, tennis legend Martina Navratilova, the latest victim of Trump Derangement Syndrome. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China races ahead in car manufacturing as more Aussies switch to cheaper brands, one expert warns of mental health crisis citing the right help is going to the wrong people. Plus, Pamela Anderson is back and turning heads in hot 90s reboot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney researchers develop mind-reading AI that deciphers human thoughts, backlash erupts over school pride speaker’s resurfaced social media post. Plus, California’s controversial new plan to tackle homelessness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crisis teams set up in both India and the UK after Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad, radical Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad accused of insulting Jews in sermons to become an 'influencer'. Plus, inquiry launched into LA riots funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More biological shipments uncovered as a Chinese researcher has been held for smuggling, Australia sanctions Israeli ministers as US drops support for a Palestinian state. Plus, Elon Musk says he regrets some posts he made about Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another legal blow to Labor’s immigration fix as one sex offender is spared deportation, Greta Thunberg is sent back to Sweden following her failed Gaza voyage. Plus, fake sickie culture is alive and well in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Morrison honoured for his response to Covid, but critics slam the choice, Parliament under fire over pricey office gear left unused in storage. Plus, Trans sports row erupts as USA Gymnastics quietly removes its trans policy from their website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blame game erupts over tobacco wars after a rogue smoke shop near NSW parliament escapes with a slap, top gender doctor under fire as puberty blocker fight lands in family court. Plus, reporting drone chaos has proven to be not that easy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councils crack down on rogue pets and their reckless owners, white Brits to become a minority in 40 years says report. Plus, Elon Musk flexes his political muscles while distancing himself from Trump’s big, beautiful bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Awkward TV moment as fighting star rejects woman’s handshake over religious beliefs, a sorry sign outside a high school sparks backlash during reconciliation week, Plus, why the plastic surgery boom isn’t going anywhere. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.