2GB Afternoons - Highlights

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.

2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren has praised Sunday's rally against the sale of Victoria Barracks, describing the scenes as "wonderful".

The NSW Labour Government is moving to reduce soft plastic waste, with new legislation set to require all single-use takeaway coffee cups to be recyclable from 2028.

Michael McLaren has drawn parallels between Victorian Premier Ben Carroll forgetting to pay for his fuel at the service station and the Labor government's spending.

Listen to the full chat with Vince Williams.

The national secretary of the Transport Workers Union has unpacked the main concerns about driverless taxis as their arrival in Australia grows closer.

Michael McLaren has once again called on governments to face the 'coal-hard truth' about coal's importance.

As listeners rush to defend political missteps with "whataboutism," Michael McLaren delivered a sharp wake-up call to the airwaves.  He broke down why holding our elected leaders to a higher standard is essential for a healthy democracy.

As cost-of-living pressures rise and potential government rebate changes loom, Australian Unity's Lynette Geer joined Michael McLaren to address common private health insurance misconceptions and why over-50s must review their policies. She explained that staying loyal to outdated cover often leads to paying for unused inclusions, clarifying that switching funds or adjusting policy details can lower premiums without resetting served waiting periods.

Michael McLaren has condemned the heinous attack on Indi MP Helen Haines as more details about the suspect come to light.

Michael has called on people to get together this weekend and join in the protest against the sale of Victoria Barracks.

What began as a student dispute over classroom conditions has quickly devolved into violent street warfare across France and Northern Italy. Foreign Editor Greg Sheridan revealed how far-left agitators and radical groups hijacked the student movement to mount an assault on the French state.

Australia's housing market, and Sydney's in particular, is falling fast, and it's leading to carnage.

University students across the country are calling on the taxpayer to cover more of the cost of their degrees.

Warning that streaming Nidal Hasan's execution would be "barbarism masquerading as transparency," Michael McLaren questioned where modern society draws the line on public violence.  He explored the unsettling contradiction between our disgust over state executions and our growing appetite for extreme violence in modern entertainment. 

With ED wait times soaring and thousands of elderly patients trapped in hospital beds awaiting aged care, Dr Justin Thompson warned that Australia's healthcare system is facing a critical bottleneck. 

Michael McLaren has drawn similarities between the closing laps of this year's Bathurst 1000 and Australia's national story.

The space race is back on as the ultra-wealthy look to colonise the moon.    

Michael McLaren takes a look at why Sweden is reversing its race to be the world's first cashless economy and what Australia needs to learn from their climbdown. 

Michael McLaren is not one to say "I told you so", but his warnings of irresponsible government spending and consecutive deficits have come to roost.

The Treasurer Jim Chalmers has stepped in and paused the controversial ATO credit card ban from coming into place next month.

Michael McLaren has warned that the Mt Pleasant Coal Mine ruling could lead to more attempts by activists to stymie other coal mine expansions.

In a landmark 3–2 split ruling handed down today, the High Court of Australia dismissed MACH Energy’s appeal regarding the Mount Pleasant coal mine expansion, upholding a decision that state planning authorities must properly consider overseas Scope 3 emissions.

With housing supply strained across Australia, Angus Taylor broke down his controversial proposal to roll back temporary graduate and bridging visas. Stream the full interview to hear how the Coalition intends to balance immigration cuts with a $5 billion infrastructure push.

Michael McLaren has shared a poignant message as he makes clear anti-Semitism runs rampant in contemporary Australia, and it's having a corrosive impact on Jewish Australians, the community and our freedom.

Michael McLaren has warned against rushing immigration policy, as he says it's important to get it right as infrastructure fails to keep up with population growth.

Tensions flare as Michael McLaren challenges Chandler-Mather's profit statistics, pointing to actual net profit margins and questioning how a public competitor would be funded. Listen to the full fiery debate to hear how the plan addresses market dominance, corporate tax loopholes, and the reality of grocery pricing.

Michael McLaren has examined what Labor has in mind for your superannuation after the Trade Minister told officials from Trump's administration that super funds have obligations, including ensuring investments in the US are boosting Australian trade.

It's the latest smelter to need a government bailout, but Bell Bay has proven why the current industrial and energy policy path will doom Australia's future.

The Minister for Industry and Innovation Tim Ayers has blamed the owner for failing to invest in the corporation.

Bathurst Mayor Ben Fry joined Michael to warn tens of thousands of Supercars fans travelling from Sydney about major road delays caused by the ongoing closure of Victoria Pass. 

Fresh off leading the Brisbane Lions to a historic third consecutive premiership, head coach Chris Fagan has officially informed club bosses he will step down despite having a year left on his contract. 

From energy policy to migration, Michael McLaren outlined how factional infighting is crippling the Liberal Party's main platform. He argued that One Nation's direct, unified voice is winning over conservative voters who feel completely shut out by party HQ.

Chook Claude has joined Michael in the studio after their successful 2GB tipping campaign.

Tim Wilson joins Michael McLaren after inflation data was released today.

Michael McLaren has outlined how America and its allies have turned to economic means to bring Iran down.

The RBA has hiked the interest rate to the highest in 15 years, to 4.6 per cent.

Michael McLaren has unpacked a vicious cycle, as it becomes clearer every day that the days of low interest rates are long over.

Shadow Home Affairs and Immigration Minister Jonno Duniam has unpacked how the immigration system has been completely broken by the Labor government.

"God help us".

Michael McLaren has explained why Australia is becoming increasingly unprepared, as experts point out that the budget has no built-in buffers for emergencies.

Michael McLaren has shared his key takeaway from the Australian Financial Review's annual power list, which confirms the left's current power.

Former Commonwealth Bank boss David Murray joined 2GB Afternoons. 

Australia's energy debate is entering a new phase as the rapid growth of AI and data centres raises fresh questions about how the country will generate reliable electricity. 

Public spending per student has surged by 24%, yet Australian kids are now losing an entire year's progress in core subjects like math. Michael breaks down where that money is really going and why taxpayers aren't seeing results.

There's been a disappointing development in the bid to keep historic defence sites in the hands of the Australian Defence Force.

Michael McLaren has been left questioning if the "eco-warriors" will look back in regret as the government rules out a return to the fuel excise in hopes that more Australians switch to EVs.

Following his eye-opening Four Corners hack demonstration, cybersecurity director Dan Hreszczuk explained why Australia’s auto safety policies lag behind international standards. 

Research has taken place into what Michael McLaren has called a fascinating question.

As global debt reaches $348 trillion, Michael McLaren has outlined why governments need to rein in spending.