The History Listen is now ABC Rewind, the home of gripping narrative history series. Dive into true stories told by the people who lived through them.
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All In The Mind is ABC RN's weekly podcast looking into the mental universe, the mind, brain and behaviour — everything from addiction to artificial intelligence.
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A critical look at new technologies, new approaches and new ways of thinking, from politics to media to environmental sustainability.
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Your daily AFL conversation with Corbin Middlemas, Ben Cameron and Poppy Penny.
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The simplest questions often have the most complex answers. The Philosopher's Zone is your guide through the strange thickets of logic, metaphysics and ethics.
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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.
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Soul Search explores contemporary religion and spirituality from the inside out — what we believe, how we express it, and the difference it makes in our lives
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Move beyond the headlines to see how the past defines our world.
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The show with a mission to explore the mysteries of nature - especially the ones that make you go What the Duck?!
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The ABC's team of specialist reporters introduce you to the people and places that make up country Australia.
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What are you reading, loving or being challenged by? We review the latest in fiction for dedicated readers and for those who wish they read more.
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Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.
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ABC SPORT DAILY is your daily sports conversation. We dive into the biggest story of the day and get you up to speed with everything else that’s making headlines.
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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.
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Ian McNamara shares Sunday morning with the whole of Australia - catch up anytime with the Australia All Over podcast
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Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.
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Cricket news and interviews from the ABC Grandstand Team.
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The bit players, the unexpected twists, the turning point you missed. Join Walkley award-winner Marc Fennell as he uncovers the incredible moments that changed the course of history. New episodes out Tuesday.
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Looking forward to the end of the week? TGIF! — Thank God It's Friday! — is an award-worthy weekly radio comedy show with Charlie Pickering and friends!
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Background Briefing tells true stories not everyone will want you to hear. We infuse investigative reporting with captivating drama, following the thread of an individual story only to find that it leads us to something bigger. It's the only podcast in Australia that does this week in, week out. Hosted by Thomas Oriti. We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au
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Feed your mind. Be provoked. One big idea at a time. Your brain will love you for it. Grab your front row seat to the best live forums and festivals with Natasha Mitchell.
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In a world marked by wicked social problems, The Minefield helps you negotiate the ethical dilemmas, contradictory claims and unacknowledged complicities of modern life.
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Download This Show is your weekly guide to the world of media, culture, and technology. From social media to gadgets, streaming services to privacy issues. Each week Rae Johnston and guests take a fun, deep dive into how technology is reshaping our lives.
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From courtroom dramas to miscarriages of justice, to how the law affects you — and so much more. The Law Report is your accessible guide to the big legal stories unfolding in Australia and across the world.
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Each Friday, Airlie Ward chats with Tasmania's top journos to unpack one of the big stories of the week. If it's going to hit your heart, head or your hip pocket – we're going to break it down for you.
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Formerly The Money, The Economy, Stupid is your weekly guide to the world of business, economics and finance. Every Thursday, economist Peter Martin is joined by a team of sharp young thinkers for a fresh conversation about the financial stories making headlines and how they might affect you.
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Nightlife with Phil Clark and Suzanne Hill has everything you need to get you through the night, seven nights a week.
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Science Friction's latest series is: Brain Rot. We're looking at what being chronically online is doing to our brains. What's really going on with our attention spans and tech addiction? Is data-dumping your entire life into ChatGPT helpful? Can going internet free help you escape the doomscroll? And what's it like to be in love ... with an AI? National technology reporter Ange Lavoipierre tackles the wildest ways people are using tech and the big questions about our own use. That's Brain Ro ...
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Incisive analysis, fearless debates and nightly surprises. Explore the serious, the strange and the profound with David Marr.
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Every Friday, join Ruby for News Time as she counts down the week’s most interesting news stories for kids. From amazing animals to special events, the natural world to outer space, News Time is made especially for children to help them understand the world around them.
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Your favourite fiction authors share the story behind their latest books.
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Ladies, We Need to Talk goes deep on the women's health and relationship issues that are setting your group chat on fire. Come hang with the fabulous Yumi Stynes as she takes a candid, non-judgmental and often hilarious look at the deeply personal stuff that's hard to bring up, even with your closest mates. You'll meet incredible experts to help you improve your wellness, manage the mental load; survive break-ups and prioritise your mental health. With sensitivity, personal stories from real ...
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ABC Radio's Country Breakfast is an entertaining look at rural and regional issues around Australia.
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Sunday Extra presents a lively mix of national and international affairs, analysis and investigation, as well as a lighter touch.
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Visual artists tell you why and how they create! From studio visits, intimate interviews, and live issues, we take art out of the gallery and into your ears.
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Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. Let's talk! With trusted experts and your stories, Life Matters is all about what matters to you.
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Sunday Extra presents a lively mix of national and international affairs, analysis and investigation, as well as a lighter touch.
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Hilarious gardening expert Sabrina Hahn answers all your gardening questions big and small. Roots and Shoots is the gardening program for green thumbs and non-gardeners. Join the program live on ABC Radio Perth twice a week.
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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.
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Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. Journey into their world, joining them on epic adventures to unfamiliar places, back in time to wild moments of history, and into their deepest memories, to be moved by personal stories of resilience and redemption. Hosted by Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, Conversations is the ABC's most popular long-form interview program. Every day we explore the vast tapestry of human experience, wea ...
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Overnights is heard from 2am to 6am nationally on the ABC. There is great music and interesting guests from Australia and all parts of the globe. You'll hear conversations about food, travel, science, music, books, personal finance, sport, film, astronomy, fashion, gardening, relationships, collectables and much more.
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Animals play crucial roles in ecosystems and are being lost to fire on a massive scale. Resse Halter reports on Canada’s wildfires.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Jeremy Leggett wins US$500,000 Blue Planet Prize
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The Blue Planet Prize is presented by the Asahi Glass Foundation of Japan for outstanding achievement in helping provide solutions to global environmental problems.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Shelby Traynor traces the birth and irresistible growth of the quantum revolution.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Peter Rose, editor of Australian Book Review retires
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Peter Rose has been editor of Australian Book Review for 24 years. As he retires, a scientific writing fellowship at ABR has been launched.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Fri Fix: Hulk the deeply flawed icon, O’Connor Tour glory, AFL grudges and NRL drama
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Hulk Hogan sat in the intersection of sport and entertainment. Wrestling fans loved him, but when a living, breathing, comic book style hero does deeply flawed things, it leaves a complicated legacy. Nothing flawed about Ben O'Connor's win at the Tour de France, Kate Bates explains how that was flawless. We've also got AFL grudges galore and an NRL…
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Move the peas over to find that Australian freezers have seals, kangaroo penises and the DNA of 'the Chanel of goats.' FEATURING: Dr Natalie Warburton, Murdoch University. Dr Jillian Garvey, La Trobe University. Dr Nicola Rivers, Monash University. Dianne Hakof, Hospital Manger Animal Health Department Zoos SA PRODUCTION: Ann Jones, Presenter / Pro…
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With rumours of Snoop Dog playing at the AFL Grand Final in this edition of The Conversation Hour we ask whether or not it is ok for the AFL Grand Final to have the look at feel of the Super Bowl. Also, in this edition, is it becoming a bit cringe to post on social media and Obama says tomato sauce is just for kids — is he right?…
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Encore: What does a 'disaster specialist' actually do and how do they survive?
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When there's a plane crash, a bomb blast, a flood or a pandemic, Lucy Easthope's phone starts ringing. This is how she stays cheerful and trusts her gut in the face of never-ending disasters. (R) When Lucy was 10 years old, she was at home with her dad watching a Liverpool Football Club match when all hell broke loose. The Hillsborough Disaster, as…
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How to balance the population needs on our planet
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We face multiple looming demographic crises — and our responses seemingly contradict each other. A rapidly aging population means that we need more children to be born. But it's foreseeable that resources on Earth simply can't sustain many more people. How can we solve this conundrum? Original broadcast on May 22, 2022 Guests Dr Stuart Gietel Baste…
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Dr Billy Garvey's advice on supporting your kid's mental health
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Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician and host of the Pop Culture Parenting podcast, has dedicated his career to helping parents support their children's mental health. What advice does he have for you?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What's the time? Indigenous temporalities and the "Everywhen"
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We tend to think of time as a universal experience, something that carries us all along in the same direction at the same pace. So it might seem strange to think of time in terms of "temporalities", different concepts and experiences of time that reflect different cultural values. In Australia, Indigenous temporalities are deeply interwoven with no…
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Ask Aunty: How to deal with a funeral faux pas
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When it comes to what we might call "reading the room" - there's a certain skill involved. But what happens when the room being misread is your dad's funeral?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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On this episode of News Time you’ll meet a teenager who can lift more than her own body weight, we’ll do our best to track down a green drink that’s taken the world by storm, and then we’ll inspect some royal subjects in our Wow of the Week. Quiz Questions 1. How long did it used to take the residents of Burringurrah to do their weekly groceries? 2…
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Hawthorn outplayed Carlton, meaning Docherty’s farewell and Weitering’s 200th game wasn’t the celebration the Blues had hoped for. Charlie Curnow has shutdown speculation about playing for another club next year. The team debate which is currently the best rivalry match in the league. Plus, they answer all the big questions from Round 20.…
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Can whoever forms government heal our health woes?
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While the wheeling and dealing continues over who will ultimately form government after the state election ... we check out what the prospective governments are offering in the health scope. If they deliver on their election promises, it does appear likely there will be more GP clinics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Nightlife News Breakdown - Clare Armstrong - News Limited
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Nightlife News Breakdown with Suzanne Hill, joined by Clare Armstrong, national political editor for News Limited.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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ABC's John Gabriel, Host of The Compost Heap, Gardener and Naturalist joins Suzanne Hill to share some tips to get you started.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Shaun Alexander brings you a Thursday night playlist, showcasing the Aretha Franklin and her lesser-known sisters.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Sack the NACC plus the panda and the President's sons
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Former Liberal leader John Hewson says after two years the National Anti-Corruption Commission has failed in its mission to properly investigate allegations of systemic corruption. Plus how US President Theodore Roosevelt's sons introduced the panda to the West.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Nearly 80 years on from atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we unpack the state of nuclear weapons in to modern world: from Word War Two, to the Cold War, and now today, when nine countries possess nuclear weapons.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The Mighty Challenge - Thursday July 24th 2025
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Test your knowledge of obscure and specific things with the 100% original, custom-built Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Nightlife is joined by Digital Producer for ABC News London, Riley Stuart.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"Shimmering" and "strikingly new" — Siang Lu wins Miles Franklin Literary Award
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First time Miles Franklin shortlistee, Siang Lu has won the prestigious book prize for his second novel Ghost Cities which is inventive, complex and satirical. He will receive $60 000 and share a seat in Australian literary history alongside luminaries Kim Scott, Thea Astely and Michelle de Kretser (two-time winner and fellow 2025 shortlistee). The…
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If you're not carrying any hard cash on you right now, you're not alone - and that might be a problem. This week we look at Australia’s crumbling cash system: why it’s costing millions to keep it alive, who’s footing the bill, and how close we really are to the end of cash.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Adam Liaw on what spaghetti bolognese tells us about Australian life
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Food is essential to human life, but are we taking it for granted? Popular chef, writer and broadcaster Adam Liaw is an advocate for good food for everyone. He takes us on a journey through the history and science of food, and its place in our societies, economies and cultures throughout time, arguing that food should play a central role in governm…
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Parties, scandals, sex, love: new novels by Nell Zink, Amy Bloom and the controversial James Frey
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Parties, scandals, sex, love, families, friendship, death – these books have, as they say, all the things. Nell Zink’s Sister Europe moves through one night in Berlin, while Amy Bloom’s I’ll Be Right Here sweeps through 80 years of history, and in James Frey’s Next to Heaven, the beautiful and rich fall apart rather spectacularly. BOOKS Nell Zink, …
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Seeking the wild: Alone Australia and connection to nature
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Corinne Ooms was, a contestant in the most recent series of the reality show Alone Australia. She spent 70 days, by herself, in the remote west coast ranges of Lutruwita, Tasmania. And there, she had to navigate the psychological challenges of solitude and the physical challenges of survival in the wild. She experienced a profound change in how she…
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Boycotts, bribes, death threats: the forgotten story of our scorned Olympians
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Representing your nation at the Olympics should be the pinnacle of athletic achievement, but in 1980 the honour was vexed. The Moscow games took place amid the Cold War. With the USA boycotting the Olympics, the Australian government wanted our athletes to follow suit. 121 Australians competed despite financial pressure and public backlash. There w…
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Miss Australia, gangland girlfriend, counsellor and criminal: Felicia Djamirze's story
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Felicia Djamirze grew up in the criminal underworld, then became a beauty queen. But her life outside the pageant circuit was mired in the world of drugs, bikie gangs and violence.(CW: graphic discussion of domestic violence and crime) Felicia Djamirze is a counsellor, an advocate for women's justice, a three-time Miss Australia winner and a convic…
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Would we judge Monica Lewinsky as harshly as we did 3 decades ago?
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In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what the reaction would be if the affair between Lewinsky and Bill Clinton if it happened today. Would the judgement be as harsh on Lewinsky? And what has it meant for her to reclaim her story? Also in this edition, does Australia need to be doing more policy wise in curbing the public appetite fo…
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Suspensions, derbies, clashes and showdowns
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After a lengthy deliberation, Steven May has been handed a three-week suspension for his collision with Evans, do Melbourne have grounds for an appeal? Roosy explains how media hype and rumours are felt within the club. What does Paul see in Richmond this week? Plus, the team rev us up for some big rivalry matches, who will earn bragging rights in …
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Since May 2022, homelessness in Australia has grown by at least 10%.We're a wealthy nation, so you'd be forgiven for asking yourself... why is this problem only getting worse? And what needs to be done?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Princess Polly and the criticism over B Corp certification
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Fast fashion retailer Princess Polly has received a coveted tick of approval, with B Corp certification. But people are fired up that the brand is now listed as a sustainable company. So can fast fashion be socially and environmentally responsible?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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AI influencers infiltrating our social media feeds
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Have you heard the name Mia Zelu? She's an influencer that's gone viral after attending Wimbledon. The twist is that Mia doesn't actually exist - she's a bot. Or a "digital storyteller" according to her social media bio. She's one of many AI influencers who've infiltrated our feeds, sharing very human-like experiences and thoughts with followers. S…
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What are recommendation algorithms doing to our sense of taste?
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There are few things more peculiar to a person than their preferences. Why it is they enjoy one genre of music over another, or a particular artist within that genre but not others. Why they derive specific pleasure from a certain type of fiction (romantasy, say, or Scandinavian procedurals) whereas others (like Agatha Christie’s Poirot crime novel…
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Starvation in Gaza, China's clean energy boom and Putin's sledgehammer
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Health officials in Gaza say starvation is now killing Palestinians at a faster rate than at any point in the 21-month war. China might be a coal behemoth, but our northern neighbours are also dominating the world in renewable energy. Plus the rise and fall of Russian mercenary Yevgeny Prigozhin. Two years since he was killed in a plane crash, how …
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Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the ONLY quiz played live, all around Australia...Join the host of Weekend Nightlife Suzanne Hill for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Mao and Stalin — did they lead the way for tyrannical leaders like Trump?
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Books on tyrants, dictators, and authoritarian leaders are suddenly bestsellers again as we all try to make sense of the tilt towards tyrannical leadership around the world, the mass compliance it commands, and its use of terror, fear, and often violence, to govern. Two of Australia's leading scholars on China and the Soviet Union, Linda Jaivin (au…
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Even on ‘the moon’ Pogacar remains the man
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Tennis has Wimbledon. The AFL has MCG. Cricket has Lord's. Cycling has Mont Ventoux. This mountain is the heartbeat of the Tour de France, so it was telling that Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard went head-to-head racing to its summit. Fans call it 'the moon', so who landed the crucial blow on this unique setting? Featured: Kate Bates, Australian …
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What is the state of your local basketball facility?
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Last week construction started on a $60 million redevelopment initiative on the Frankston Stadium, with features including ten basketball courts and a new 1,000 seat show court, and while this is a great win for the basketball community in Frankston, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at the health of courts around the state. Also in …
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A Dad's mission to save his daughter, and conquer cancer
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Matt Dun left school at 17 to join the Australian navy as a submariner and later finished his high school certificate as an adult attending TAFE at night.He then trained in biomedical science and was researching childhood leukaemia when his family received some devastating news, their little daughter Josie was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. …
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With just a few lines and strokes, picture books hold whole worlds: joy and sorrow, memory and wonder. They can be stark, fun and beautiful, all at once. This week on The Art Show, we're celebrating the picture book as a subtle, serious art form — where image meets poetry and artists speak, not just to children, but to the child still inside us. Il…
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Special guest, former Bulldogs’ captain Bob Murphy stops by to celebrate the club’s centenary as well as being recognised in their top 25 players. He recounts some of his best memories from the celebrations and across his time at The Kennel. The team reflect on Sam Docherty’s amazing, yet challenging career ahead of his final match on Thursday nigh…
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Chernobyl, Auschwitz, the Killing Fields, and most recently, Leongatha in Victoria.Now, the Jonestown cult site is opening as a tourist attraction and survivors have voiced their concern. It begs the question - is it ethically dubious to visit these tragic sites? And is it possible to visit in a respectful way?…
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The changing viewing habits of Aussies at home
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Bluey is not just an Aussie phenomenon -- it's just been named the most streamed show of 2025 so far in the United States. It's amassed more than 25 billion minutes of viewing this year according to Nielsen's streaming ratings. So, who decides what you view in your household?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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