The Great Pension Shake-up – Is a 'HECS-Style' Loan the Future?

Is it time for a radical rethink of how we fund retirement in Australia?  Currently, Australia’s pension system excludes the family home from asset testing—meaning a retiree living in a multi-million dollar mansion can claim the same support as a renter with nothing. But a bold new proposal from t…

The Vaping Mystery – What Our Wastewater Is Really Telling Us

Is Australia’s nicotine habit evolving right under our noses? Recent data from our nation’s wastewater treatment plants has revealed a surprising trend: despite long-standing efforts to curb smoking, total nicotine levels are not falling—and in some areas, they’re on the rise. But is this a resurg…

The Economic Outlook with Adam Creighton: Big Money, Big Moves, and Big Tech

Is the gambling industry's massive shake-up a genuine reform or just moving the goalposts? We’re joined by Adam Creighton, Chief Economist at the Institute of Public Affairs, to break down the economic stories shaping Australia this week. From a fundamental overhaul of wagering advertising to the …

The Morrison Brief – Mid-Year Political Pulse Check

Are the Opposition’s poll numbers in freefall, or is there a path back to the top?  In this special Wednesday edition of The Morrison Brief, Brent is joined by veteran broadcaster Jason Morrison to cut through the political noise and get to the heart of what’s really happening in Canberra. We’re …

Bird Flu Fears? Separating Fact from Fiction for Your Pets

Should you be worried about H5N1? With headlines buzzing about the H5N1 Bird Flu virus appearing in migratory seabirds, it’s easy to feel a little panicked about our furry friends. But what is the actual risk to your pets, and what is just noise? In this episode, we’re cutting through the alarmis…

Is Your Inbox Safe? The New Rules for SMS Scams

Is your phone about to become your personal security guard?  Starting July 1, the landscape of your text message inbox has changed for good. With SMS impersonation scams costing Australians millions every year, the ACMA has officially launched the Sender ID Register. We’re joined by Samantha York…

Is the political landscape shifting beneath our feet?

The political landscape is moving faster than anyone predicted. This week on the show, we’re joined by Julian McCrann, Poll Manager at Roy Morgan, to dissect the latest federal voting intentions and the mood of a nation that seems more restless than ever. We dive into the "too close to call" real…

Headlines with Joe Hildebrand: Is Australia a monoculture, or something else entirely?

Is Australia a “monocultural” nation, or are we something far more complex? This week on the show, we’re peeling back the layers of the latest culture wars with acclaimed journalist and commentator Joe Hildebrand. We’re moving past the headlines to tackle the fundamental question of what it means…

Six months into Australia’s world-first social media ban

Six months after Australia’s landmark social media age restrictions came into force, the headlines are calling the experiment a flop. But is it really a failure, or are we judging a "generational" policy before it’s even had a chance to breathe? We’re joined by Professor Luke Wolfenden from the Un…

Supermarket Shake-up: From July 1, the rules for your grocery bill change forever

If you’ve felt like your weekly grocery bill just keeps climbing, you aren't alone. But as of July 1, 2026, the playing field is shifting. The Federal Government is rolling out world-first legislation designed to crack down on "excessive pricing" at our biggest supermarkets—specifically targeting …