Best Two Way Radio Communications Podcasts (2025)

In 1998 The Good Friday Agreement was signed in Britain and Ireland, bringing an end to 30 years of violence, murder and religious conflict. How did this come about? and are there lessons we can learn?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Israel Palestine and the move for peace - Is this a tipping point? 29:28

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The last two months has seen a shift in international politics as Israeli westerns allies move to recognise a Palestinian state. Could this be a historical tipping point in the conflict between Israel and Palestine, like the moment that led to the end of Apartheid in South Africa in the 1990’s. Rear Vision explores the similarities and difference b…

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Brazil - Bolsonaro's legacy 29:29

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Rear Vision puts contemporary events in their historical context.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australian security - Is United States our best option? 29:54

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Since the end of WW2, the security alliance between Australia and the United States ANZUS has been the cornerstone of our foreign policy and security. And the AUKUS agreement announced in 2021 by Prime Minister Morrison only deepens that alliance. But just how well has the alliance served Australia and will the AUKUS deal enhance our security or le…

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Drones and how they are changing modern warfare 29:35

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It was after the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington – that the drone became America’s weapon of choice in war on terror. Unpiloted planes, capable of finding and destroying target on the other side of the world, known as – Reaper or Predator Drones. But it’s over the past 25 years the use of drones - both civilian and militar…

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Controlling The Pacific 29:35

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Since the end of World War II, America has dominated the Pacific, but China’s expanding economy and growing military might is challenging that dominanceBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rear Vision - Australia’s Green Iron plan 29:36

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What can Australia do to maintain its mineral wealth in a decarbonising world? Rear Vision drills down into our coal and iron-ore industries. And asks, can Green Iron save us?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The history of the Israeli Settler movement 29:07

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The Israeli settlements in the occupied territories of the West Bank and East Jerusalem are are illegal under international law. They are a key stumbling block to the creation of a viable Palestinian state. Yet for 50 years they have increased in number and size. Today, the story of the Israeli settler movement and its impact on Israeli politics.…

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Rear Vision - The rise of Vladimir Putin 28:59

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Despite the collapse of the Soviet Union in the 1990's, Vladimir Putin has emerged as a powerful player in world events. How has this happened?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Could the Baltic States be the new Ukraine? 29:06

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The Baltic States, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – once part of the Soviet Union - are now all members of NATO. But Latvia and Estonia both have large Russian speaking minorities. Analysts worry that Russia could use these minorities as an excuse to impinge on their sovereignty. Could the Baltic States become the new Ukraine and if so, would the r…

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War in Ukraine - the military story 29:36

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The history of the Russia Ukraine conflict. The situation in Ukraine today and why Russia invaded.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australia's superannuation system 29:06

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The rise and rise of Australian superannuation. Having now reached the 4 trillion dollar mark we ask, How did we get here? And is our retirement system serving its purpose?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2014 and Ukraine's relationship with Russia 28:55

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After 1991 Ukraine followed the bumpy path of many post-Soviet states, attempting to forge a modern democracy next door to a powerful neighbour with interest and influence in its internal affairs. The 2014 political crisis in Ukraine turned into a tug-of-war between the Russia and the West. Russia’s occupation of Crimea, an autonomous region in Ukr…

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The history of immigration and detention in the so-called land of immigrants: United States of America 29:19

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The United States like to see itself as a nation of immigrants, yet it’s always had a difficult relationship with immigrants. The history of US immigration and detention policy from the nation's founding in 1776 through to Donald Trump.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Israel's nuclear history 28:58

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This week on Rear Vision, the story of Israel's nuclear industry.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Iran's nuclear program 29:06

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This week on Rear Vision we revisit the story of Iran's nuclear industry.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The assassination of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia 29:06

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The story behind the assassination of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia on October 16, 2017.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rare Earth minerals 29:05

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Rare earth minerals are in the headlines. Their supply and who control’s them, are ringing alarm bells, as Tariff negotiations put world trade on edge. Rear Vision looks into their backstory, their significance, and their role in today's geopolitics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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A new Gilded Age 29:06

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Periods of rapid technological and social unrest are not unique. Over 100 years ago, many of the same conditions existed. What can we learn from this period in American history known as The Gilded Age - and what might it tell us about where the country is heading.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The silencing of Voice of America 29:01

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Rear Vision puts contemporary events in their historical context.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The history of the electric car 29:04

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100 years ago there were more electric vehicles on the road than gasoline or petrol cars.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Romania at a political crossroads 28:51

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Last Sunday a far-right anti-European candidate won the first round of the Romanian presidential election with 40 per cent of the vote. The stage is now set for the second-round runoff between the far-right candidate George Simion and the progressive pro-European Mayor of Bucharest Nicusor Dan. So why has a far-right candidate done so well in Roman…

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Kashmir is a mountainous region bordering India and Pakistan. The Pakistanis will tell you that Kashmir is in the north east corner of Pakistan. The Indians, that it is in the north west corner of India. Today on Rear Vision we take a look at the long history of this dispute.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Finland: A mad prepper nation or a role model for all small to medium democracies 28:56

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As the world becomes an increasingly dangerous and uncertain place – how prepared are we in Australia to face these new challenges? This week on Rear Vision the story of one nation that take security and preparedness very seriously – Finland.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Chocolate - the back story 29:07

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Chocolate is one of our most popular indulgences but there is a darker side to the industry – one connected with colonialism, the industrial revolution and modern-day slavery.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Donald Trump and the wrecking ball: The end of the world as we know it 28:55

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Is the liberal international rules-based order – that has underpinned international relations for the past 80 years - about to collapse. The United States once its greatest champion is withdrawing funding from hundreds of international organisations, and at the same time unending the global economy by imposing of tariffs across the board. What migh…

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The anti-vaccination movement 29:06

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While many children miss out on vaccines due to poor health services, some parents choose not to have their children vaccinated. This Rear Vision looks at the political history behind this trend.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Not so tolerant Allies: The story of Canada and the United States 28:57

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President Trump not only want to make America great, he also wants to make it bigger and incorporating Canada as the 51st state would certainly do that – except for the fact that Canada is a sovereign nation. The story of Canada and the United States and why President Trump wants to turn Canada into the 51st States of the Union.…

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Trump, trade and tariffs 29:06

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President Trump loves tariffs but most economists hate them.We look at how tariffs work and what history can tell us about their impact on economies. And the industries protected by them.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Undersea communication cables: Critical infrastructure and vulnerable 28:59

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Over 95% of the world’s communications travels over undersea cables. In the last few months, in two of the most politically volatile regions of the world, the Baltic Sea and the waters around Taiwan, communication cables have been cut. So just how vulnerable are these cables to both accidental and malicious damage and what does this mean for the se…

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In the shadow of slavery: The post-civil rights period 29:06

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In his first weeks in office, President Donald Trump has made a point of purging the federal government of D.E.I. - Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives. For many Americans the message is clear – women, African Americans and non-white communities are less capable, and if they are in positions of power or authority in business or government, i…

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In the shadow of slavery: The events that led to the Civil Rights movement 29:06

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In his first weeks in office, President Donald Trump has made a point of purging the federal government of D.E.I. - Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives. For many Americans the message is clear – women, African Americans and non-white communities are less capable, and if they are in positions of power or authority in business or government, i…

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In the shadow of slavery: From the civil war through reconstruction to 1900 29:06

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In his first weeks in office, President Donald Trump has made a point of purging the federal government of D.E.I. - Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives. For many Americans the message is clear – women, African Americans and non-white communities are less capable, and if they are in positions of power or authority in business or government, i…

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Once the most political stable nation in Europe and an economic powerhouse__ Germany is now in trouble 28:57

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Historically Germany has been one of the most politically stable nations in Europe and an economic powerhouse. But over the past few year’s things have changed – the German economy has started to slow; politics has become more fragmented and the extreme far right party the Alternative for Germany or AfD has doubled its political support. Last year …

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The Panama Canal: How it was built and Panama’s relationship with the United States 28:55

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President Donald Trump wants Panama to hand back, one of the most important waterways on the planet, the Panama Canal, to the United States and he hasn’t ruled out force if Panama won’t agree. It’s a far cry from 48 years ago when another very different US President - formally gave the Panama canal to the nation of Panama. This week from the Rear V…

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Greenland Donald Trump and the politics of empire 29:01

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President Trump wants to buy or take control of Greenland from Denmark. But Denmark has made very clear, they don’t have the right to sell Greenland because Greenland is owned by the people of Greenland. Donald Trump is not the first US president to try and buy Greenland. The story of Greenland and America’s many attempts to gain control of the lar…

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Sydney: first encounters 29:29

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On 26 January 1788, the ships of the First Fleet started unloading the first of more than a thousand people – convicted criminals, officers, marines, women and children – who would set up camp in what became the city of Sydney. What happened during the first days, weeks and months of contact between the British who arrived and the Aboriginal people…

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A tsunami of Trumpness 29:48

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In June 2015 Donald Trump, real estate tycoon and TV personality, announced he was running in the Republican Presidential race. At first many people dismissed him as having no chance but within weeks of nominating, his polling numbers rocketed, and he became the front runner in a field of 17 candidates and the rest as they say is history. This week…

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How to end conflict—The art of peace making 28:58

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It’s a truism of peace talks that we’re not negotiating with our friends but rather our enemies. And when most of our enemies have been designated as terrorist and murderers it’s not an easy task. How have violent conflicts ended in the past and are there lessons we can learn from previous peace negotiations.…

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When the US Secret Service fails 28:36

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The assassination attempt on Trump was a shocking mission failure for the Secret Service. From JFK to Reagan, we examine what the agency’s history and response to past failures.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Joe Biden the man who wanted to be President 30:53

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Joe Biden became the 46 President of the United States. Twice before he ran for the Democrat presidential nomination and both times he lost - but he didn't give up. Born in 1942 he has spent most of his working life in the US Senate, except for the eight years as Vice President in the Obama administration. What does his record in the Senator, and h…

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How political violence has shaped American politics 29:06

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While America was founded on lofty ideas – like democracy, equality and freedom – it’s was also shaped and continues to be shaped by political violence. The history of political violence in America from the time of slavery through to the assassination attempt on Donald trump.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nancy Pelosi once the most powerful woman in US politics

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Nancy Pelosi was the Democrat Speaker of the House of Representative, during Donald Trump's first presidency. She was a constant thorn in his side and lead the push to impeachment him. For over four decades has has been a major player in US politics. And despite having retired from the House is said to have played a key role in getting Joe Biden to…

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Capital gains are income so why are they taxed less than wages? 29:06

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Australia starting taxing capital gains in 1986, stamping out a whole lot of tax evasion in the process.So why in 1999 did the Howard government introduce a discount on that tax? And how has that concession impacted investing in property?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Hillary Clinton 30:29

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Rear Vision puts contemporary events in their historical context.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The two-state solution—A way forward or more of the same 28:58

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International leaders are calling for a two-state solution – as the only long-term way to solve the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians in the occupied territories. But just how viable is the creation of a Palestinian state and does the political will exist on either side to negotiate a final agreement?…

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Bernie Sanders: an idea whose time has come? 30:38

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Bernie Sanders was the first independent and first self-professed socialist to be voted first into the House and then the US Senate, for decades. He has espoused the same message for over 40 years: affordable education, universal health care and economic equality. For most of those 40 years he was a voice in the wilderness but suddenly his message …

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How Australia's supermarket sector became one of the most concentrated in the world 28:59

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Coles and Woolworths didn't start out in food retail but after making the switch in the 1950s they quickly started taking over the competition. We examine their rise to market dominance, and who are the winners and losers when an industry is dominated by just two players?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation