Best Another Europe is Possible Podcasts (2025)

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Green dream in doubt after Queensland’s flagship hydrogen project axed 5:23

2h ago5:23

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The federal government's plan to make Australia a world leader in a new form of renewable energy is facing serious questions after another high-profile green hydrogen project collapsed. Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen has conceded the sector is facing 'headwinds' after the $14 billion Central Queensland Hydrogen Project was dumped. It came afte…

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Wild weather to hit flood drenched town 7:21

2h ago7:21

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Residents still fighting for disaster payments after record breaking floods in May are hunkering down again as severe weather returns to the country's east coast. The bureau of meteorology has warned a low pressure system could see parts of the state lashed with winds of up to 125 kilometres and drenched by 120 millimetres of rain. Guest: Josh Hack…

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Belarusian opposition leader in exile speaks about her husband's release from jail 7:14

3h ago7:14

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Until a week ago, Sergei Tikhanovsky was arguably the most famous political prisoner in jail in Belarus. The Belarusian dissident and blogger was arrested in 2020 as he began his presidential campaign against the country's autocratic leader challenge Alexander Lukashenko. He was sentenced to 18 years in jail, but he was unexpectedly released last w…

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Former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop makes rare diplomatic visit to the Kremlin 4:31

3h ago4:31

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Australia's former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has visited Moscow for talks with Russian officials — in her current role as UN Special Envoy for Myanmar. She's posted pictures online of her meeting with officials in Vladimir Putin's government. The visit came in the same week that Russia signed an investment agreement with Myanmar, aimed at expan…

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Israeli court delays long-running corruption trial of PM Benjamin Netanyahu 5:36

3h ago5:36

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An Israeli court has postponed the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after the Israeli leader called for a delay on diplomatic and security grounds. The court originally rejected the request but later agreed to cancel two days of hearings. Guest: Gerald Steinberg, Professor of Politics at Bar Ilan University and former consultan…

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Dalby says Telstra treated their town differently over long outage 7:52

24h ago7:52

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For the regional town of Dalby, in the Western Downs of Queensland, the last fortnight has been fraught with telecommunications challenges.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Childcare experts call for national regulator to crack down on dodgy providers 7:00

1d ago7:00

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State and national education ministers have agreed to another round of reforms aimed at strengthening child safety in the early education sector. The moves will see tougher penalties for providers who consistently fail to meet minimum standards, and greater transparency of compliance and safety data for families. GUEST: Dr Caroline Croser-Barlow, C…

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Cloud over hundreds of jobs at SA and Tas smelters 8:09

1d ago8:09

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The owner of two major smelters in Tasmania and South Australia says it needs government help within "weeks" in order to stay afloat, casting a cloud over hundreds of jobs. Nyrstar Australia says it's losing tens of millions of dollars a month, blaming "market distortion" from China and warning it won't survive without taxpayer support. Guest: Geof…

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Push for urgent action as Australia's prisoner numbers hit record high 6:45

1d ago6:45

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Australia's prisoner numbers have hit a record high, with just over 46-thousand people in custody, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Of those behind bars, about thirty-seven per cent are First Nations people with data also showing the Indigenous community has the highest imprisonment rate.…

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EABC Chair Duncan Lewis weighs on Europe–Australia defence collaboration 8:55

1d ago8:55

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As Europe looks to strengthen security and trade ties with Australia, a group of Australian business leaders are touring Europe this week. Their trip comes just days after Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announced closer cooperation with NATO. Guest: Duncan Lewis, Chair of the European Australian Business Council and Chair of the defence compa…

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Millions of Aussies to get pay boost from tomorrow 9:09

1d ago9:09

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Tomorrow marks the start of a new financial year and a suite of changes that'll impact the hip-pockets of Australians. For millions of the country's lowest paid workers, July 1 will bring about a pay boost with a 3.5 per cent increase to minimum and award wages taking effect. Guest: Amanda Rishworth, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations …

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Regional parents face major barriers to neonatal care 7:47

1d ago7:47

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For hundreds of regional families across Australia, accessing critical neonatal care often involves travelling for hours or even relocating to a major city. Experts are calling for greater support for parents facing premature births in country towns, and greater education for paediatric staff. Guests: Associate Professor Michael Stewart, Medical Di…

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More than a third of Tuvaluans apply for new Australian visa 7:04

1d ago7:04

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More than a third of the total population of Tuvalu has applied for a new climate change visa to live in Australia.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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IDF opens inquiry into possible war crimes after deaths near Gaza aid sites 7:15

1d ago7:15

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Israel's Military Advocate General has ordered an investigation into possible war crimes, over allegations that Israeli soldiers deliberately shot unarmed civilians near Gaza food sites. According to local Gaza officials, hundreds of Palestinians have been killed over the past month in areas where food has been handed out. Guest: Nir Hasson, report…

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'Giant win' for Trump as Supreme Court limits power of federal judges 6:52

1d ago6:52

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US President Donald Trump is a step closer to getting his so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' of tax breaks and spending cuts through Congress. It comes after the Supreme Court limited the ability of lower courts to halt executive orders issued by the president. Guest: Margo Schlanger, Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Producer: Max Chalmer…

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The $1,500 cars rallying from Perth to Darwin for cancer 6:48

4d ago6:48

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Driving cars worth just $1,500 across the ragged terrains of outback Australia for charity may seem ridiculous.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Trump's F-bomb dominated the week, but Sussan Ley planted her flag 13:49

4d ago13:49

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The political focus has been firmly on global events this week, namely American strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, US President Donald Trump's public frustration over the Iran and Israel ceasefire, as well as NATO's commitment to increase defence spending.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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NSW wants to lead the nation on improving safety in childcare 4:29

4d ago4:29

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New South Wales arrives at the meeting of education ministers in Adelaide armed with what it says are new nation-leading safety reforms for children in childcare and early childhood centres.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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US pulls funding from global vaccine alliance 7:56

4d ago7:56

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The US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr's has blind-sided the global vaccine alliance, GAVI, by announcing that Washington will stop contributing to its work. Guest: Professor Helen Evans served as the Deputy CEO of GAVI from 2009 to 2014By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Angus Taylor rejects gender quotas, vows to be a 'crusader' for women in Liberal Party 8:51

4d ago8:51

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Shadow Defence Minister Angus Taylor says he will "fight hard" to get more women into the Liberal Party, but has remained tight-lipped on exactly how increased female representation in the party could be achieved.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Terrorgram listed as terrorist organisation 11:26

4d ago11:26

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Australian members or supporters of online far-right extremist network Terrorgram will now face up to 25 years' in jail after the federal government's decision to formally list the group as a terrorist organisation. According to the government Terrorgram advocates for — and provides instructions — on how to conduct a terrorist attack, and has been …

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What's been done since Australia's landmark gambling inquiry? 8:09

4d ago8:09

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Tomorrow marks two years since a parliamentary inquiry into online gambling and its harms handed down its report, 'You win some, you lose more'. Led by the late Peta Murphy, the inquiry heard from victims, families, academics, and health experts, with all committee members supporting the final 31 recommendations. But two years on, the government is…

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ADHD medication shortages in Australia set to continue 6:27

4d ago6:27

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that begins in early childhood and it's estimated that more than one million Australians now live with it. It can be hard to get a diagnosis, but when you do there are several highly effective treatments available. However, the Therapeutic Goods Administration has just rele…

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Aussie researchers develop new way to tackle e-waste 5:05

4d ago5:05

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E-waste covers things such as sim cards, e-cigarettes, and air-conditioning units, and adds up to half a million tonnes of waste annually in Australia. That's about 20 kilograms for each person, according to the federal government's national waste report. Now an Australian research team has developed a safer and more sustainable approach to extract…

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NATO leaders commit to supporting Ukraine 6:40

4d ago6:40

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Ukraine may not be a member of NATO, but it stands to benefit from this week's summit in The Hague, after member nations pledged to increase their defence spending to five per cent of GDP by 2035. NATO members have also pledged $58 billion (USD) in military aid to Ukraine for this year. Guest: Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze, Chair of the Parliamentary …

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Green dream in doubt after Queensland’s flagship hydrogen project axed 5:23

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Wild weather to hit flood drenched town 7:21

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Belarusian opposition leader in exile speaks about her husband's release from jail 7:14

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Former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop makes rare diplomatic visit to the Kremlin 4:31

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Israeli court delays long-running corruption trial of PM Benjamin Netanyahu 5:36

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Dalby says Telstra treated their town differently over long outage 7:52

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Childcare experts call for national regulator to crack down on dodgy providers 7:00

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Cloud over hundreds of jobs at SA and Tas smelters 8:09

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Push for urgent action as Australia's prisoner numbers hit record high 6:45

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EABC Chair Duncan Lewis weighs on Europe–Australia defence collaboration 8:55

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Millions of Aussies to get pay boost from tomorrow 9:09

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Regional parents face major barriers to neonatal care 7:47

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More than a third of Tuvaluans apply for new Australian visa 7:04

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IDF opens inquiry into possible war crimes after deaths near Gaza aid sites 7:15

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'Giant win' for Trump as Supreme Court limits power of federal judges 6:52

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The $1,500 cars rallying from Perth to Darwin for cancer 6:48

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Trump's F-bomb dominated the week, but Sussan Ley planted her flag 13:49

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NSW wants to lead the nation on improving safety in childcare 4:29

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US pulls funding from global vaccine alliance 7:56

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Angus Taylor rejects gender quotas, vows to be a 'crusader' for women in Liberal Party 8:51

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Terrorgram listed as terrorist organisation 11:26

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What's been done since Australia's landmark gambling inquiry? 8:09

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ADHD medication shortages in Australia set to continue 6:27

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Aussie researchers develop new way to tackle e-waste 5:05

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NATO leaders commit to supporting Ukraine 6:40

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