Is Alan Jones guilty of multiple counts of indecent assault? Or are the allegations against him - by six men - the result of treachery, desperation and opportunism, as Jones’ barrister has argued?

Today crime reporter Clare Sibthorpe on the allegations aired in court, so far, in the trial of Alan Jones, which began this week.

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Is <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/topic/alan-jones-1vz">Alan Jones</a> guilty of multiple counts of indecent assault? Or are the allegations against him - by six men - the result of treachery, desperation and opportunism, as Jones&rsquo; barrister has argued?
Today crime reporter Clare Sibthorpe on the allegations aired in court, so far, in the trial of Alan Jones, which began this week.
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‘Explosive’ evidence heard as Alan Jones’ trial begins

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It’s the latest health buzzword, proposed as a magic cure for everything from dementia to low libido. But is it safe, or even advisable, to take supplementary testosterone? 

Today, we talk to Madeleine Heffernan on what the experts want us to know, and what this latest cultural obsession says about us right now.

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It&rsquo;s the latest health buzzword, proposed as a magic cure for everything from dementia to low libido.&nbsp;But is it safe, or even advisable, to take <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/national/can-testosterone-improve-your-sex-life-and-boost-your-mood-and-what-are-the-risks-here-s-what-the-science-says-20260609-p60543.html">supplementary testosterone</a>?&nbsp;
Today, we talk to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theage.com.au/by/madeleine-heffernan-j7gc5">Madeleine Heffernan</a> on what the experts want us to know, and what this latest cultural obsession says about us right now. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, please rate, review &amp; subscribe on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/channel/smh-the-age/id6442611511">Apple</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0tWOA2mdi5WU9hvjJ3da?si=f4b8d7fafdf5495d">Spotify</a> or whichever platform you find your pods.

Better sex life, mood and muscles, but there are risks to our testosterone obsession

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Our podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall give the latest word on coach searches as Carlton and the Bombers narrow down the list of candidates. The groundswell of support for Josh Fraser is growing after the Blues' statement win over the reigning premiers, while Essendon's process and political history comes under scrutiny. The pressure is ramping up on North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson, with former West Coach premiership coach and Roos premiership player Adam Simpson in the wings. Plus, the impact of Richmond's rare win, the "Amnesia Football League", the return of AFLW, and the AFL coach who decided to break out of character and get a bit edgy.

Our podcasters Sam McClure, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall give the latest word on coach searches as Carlton and the Bombers narrow down the list of candidates. The groundswell of support for Josh Fraser is growing after the Blues' statement win over the reigning premiers, while Essendon's process and political history comes under scrutiny. The pressure is ramping up on North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson, with former West Coach premiership coach and Roos premiership player Adam Simpson in the wings. Plus, the impact of Richmond's rare win, the "Amnesia Football League", the return of AFLW, and the AFL coach who decided to break out of character and get a bit edgy.

Essendon to announce their new coach next week

Virginia Giuffre was fearless in taking down some of the world's most powerful people. As Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent victim, she helped expose his crimes and hold his friends to account, including the man formerly known as Prince Andrew.

But despite her heroic battle in the most notorious sex trafficking case of the 21st century, few knew about one of her toughest fights. It was one she fought privately, at home in Australia.

Today, Good Weekend magazine senior writer, Melissa Fyfe, and WA Today reporter, Carla Hildebrandt, on their four-part investigative podcast, Virginia.

And just a warning, this episode contains mentions of suicide, domestic violence and other content that may be distressing to listeners. If you or anyone you know needs support, you can contact the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732), Lifeline 131 114, or Beyond Blue 1300 224 636.

Virginia Giuffre was fearless in taking down some of the world's most powerful people. As Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent victim, she helped expose his crimes and hold his friends to account, including the man formerly known as Prince Andrew. But despite her heroic battle in the most notorious sex trafficking case of the 21st century, few knew about one of her toughest fights. It was one she fought privately, at home in Australia. Today, Good Weekend magazine senior writer, Melissa Fyfe, and WA Today reporter, Carla Hildebrandt, on their <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/virginia-i-the-age-smh-investigates/id1616444281">four-part investigative podcast, Virginia.</a> And just a warning, this episode contains mentions of suicide, domestic violence and other content that may be distressing to listeners.&nbsp;If you or anyone you know needs support, you can contact the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732), Lifeline 131 114, or Beyond Blue 1300 224 636.

What really happened to Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre

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Anthony LaPaglia is best known to audiences for a host of big- and small-screen roles, including films such as Looking for Alibrandi, Lantana and Balibo and US TV shows including Without a Trace.

But the 67-year-old is also no stranger to the stage, having once won a Tony for his performance in the Arthur Miller play, A View from the Bridge.

He’s back in Australia right now to front another Miller play – one the great works in the American canon – playing Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman. A limited two-week season kicks off Tuesday, August 11 at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Melbourne, before moving on to Brisbane.

LaPaglia joins us for a chat about acting and art, family and football – and what he wished he'd known 20 years ago. This episode is hosted by Good Weekend deputy editor Konrad Marshall.

Anthony LaPaglia is best known to audiences for a host of big- and small-screen roles, including films such as&nbsp;Looking for Alibrandi, Lantana and Balibo and US TV shows including Without a Trace.
But the 67-year-old is also no stranger to the stage, having once won a Tony for his performance in the Arthur Miller play, A View from the Bridge.
He&rsquo;s back in Australia right now to front another Miller play &ndash; one the great works in the American canon &ndash; playing Willy Loman in&nbsp;Death of a Salesman. A limited two-week season kicks off Tuesday, August 11 at Her Majesty&rsquo;s Theatre in Melbourne, before moving on to Brisbane.
LaPaglia joins us for a chat about acting and art, family and football &ndash; and what he wished he'd known 20 years ago. This episode is hosted by Good Weekend deputy editor Konrad Marshall.

Anthony LaPaglia on therapy, chasing zen – and realising 'there's nothing to be afraid of'

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Virginia Giuffre’s health deteriorates during the last few months of her life. Then a post she makes on social media – a cry for help – ripples out across the globe. 

Virginia is hosted and investigated by Walkley-award winning journalist Melissa Fyfe and WA Today reporter Carla Hildebrandt and chronicles the harrowing final months of Virginia Giuffre's life as her marriage unravelled. Julia Carr-Catzel is the executive producer. 

Read the Good Weekend feature or our visual story. Visit our websites at smh.com.au, theage.com.au and watoday.com.au, and send questions, information and feedback to virginiapodcast@nine.com.au 

Virginia Giuffre&rsquo;s health deteriorates during the last few months of her life. Then a post she makes on social media &ndash; a cry for help &ndash; ripples out across the globe.&nbsp;
Virginia is hosted and investigated by Walkley-award winning journalist Melissa Fyfe and WA Today reporter Carla Hildebrandt and chronicles the harrowing final months of Virginia Giuffre's life as her marriage unravelled. Julia Carr-Catzel is the executive producer.&nbsp;
Read the <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/national/isolated-scared-forlorn-the-heartbreaking-final-months-of-virginia-giuffre-s-life-20260629-p60avr.html">Good Weekend feature</a> or our <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/interactive/2026/giuffre-timeline/">visual story</a>. Visit our websites at <a href="http://smh.com.au">smh.com.au</a>, <a href="http://theage.com.au">theage.com.au</a> and <a href="http://watoday.com.au">watoday.com.au</a>, and send questions, information and feedback to <a href="mailto:virginiapodcast@nine.com.au">virginiapodcast@nine.com.au</a>&nbsp;

Virginia | Ep 4: The final chapter

It’s been another roller coaster this week for mortgage holders. Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock issued a stern warning about inflation, before the clouds parted a little when there was a welcome dip in the numbers.

We check in with the state of the economy with senior economics correspondent Shane Wright, before crossing to state political editor Chip Le Grand after quite a momentous week in Victoria.

This week, Jacinta Allan was ousted as premier, with Ben Carroll taking the reins ahead of what is shaping up to be a genuine three-way contest in the November election between the Labor government, the Coalition and One Nation.

Today’s episode is hosted, as usual, by Jacqueline Maley.

It&rsquo;s been another roller coaster this week for mortgage holders. Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock issued a stern warning about inflation, before the clouds parted a little when there was a welcome dip in the numbers.
We check in with the state of the economy with senior economics correspondent Shane Wright, before crossing to state political editor Chip Le Grand after quite a momentous week in Victoria.
This week, Jacinta Allan was ousted as premier, with Ben Carroll taking the reins ahead of what is shaping up to be a genuine three-way contest in the November election between the Labor government, the Coalition and One Nation.
Today&rsquo;s episode is hosted, as usual, by Jacqueline Maley.

The welcome miss on inflation, and the Victorian leadership fallout

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They are wars on different fronts, but both are showcasing what international and political editor Peter Hartcher says are the deep misjudgements of leaders.

Reporting this week revealed US armaments are running low as war continues in the Middle East. And the ramifications of the “unbelievable” nuclear deal that US President Donald Trump signed with Saudi Arabia are beginning to surface.

Meanwhile, in the Russia-Ukraine war, Hartcher says the decisions being made by Vladimir Putin aren’t much better, with the Russian president poised to begin a widespread and desperate recruitment drive for more soldiers.

Today, Peter Hartcher on what he calls the inglorious, disgraceful and counterproductive decisions of Trump and Putin.

They are wars on different fronts, but both are showcasing what international and political editor Peter Hartcher says are the deep misjudgements of leaders.
Reporting this week revealed US armaments are running low as war continues in the Middle East. And the ramifications of the &ldquo;unbelievable&rdquo; nuclear deal that US President Donald Trump signed with Saudi Arabia are beginning to surface.
Meanwhile, in the Russia-Ukraine war, Hartcher says the decisions being made by Vladimir Putin aren&rsquo;t much better, with the Russian president poised to begin a widespread and desperate recruitment drive for more soldiers.
Today, Peter Hartcher on what he calls the inglorious, disgraceful and counterproductive decisions of Trump and Putin.

Deep misjudgements and awful consequences: Peter Hartcher on Trump and Putin

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Carlton take on the reigning premiers who are riding a seven-game winning streak, and our tipsters expect the the Blues to come out breathing fire for captain Patrick Cripps' 250th match. But is that emotion enough to tip the Blues? It's moving round, and there are plenty of 50-50 clashes at play in round 21. The battle of Charlie Curnow against former teammate Jack Silvagni takes centre stage, as does Christian Petracca's first match against the Demons. Plus, the "stinker" that's a toss of the coin.

Carlton take on the reigning premiers who are riding a seven-game winning streak, and our tipsters expect the the Blues to come out breathing fire for captain Patrick Cripps' 250th match. But is that emotion enough to tip the Blues? It's moving round, and there are plenty of 50-50 clashes at play in round 21. The battle of Charlie Curnow against former teammate Jack Silvagni takes centre stage, as does Christian Petracca's first match against the Demons. Plus, the "stinker" that's a toss of the coin.

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