Best Dilemmas On Screen Podcasts (2025)

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12. [Gladiator] "And I Will Have My Vengeance" - Does Judaism Allow For Revenge? (With Rabbi Benzion Klatkzo) 50:10

13d ago50:10

50:10

In this episode, Rabbi Benzion Klatzko joins us in investigating whether taking revenge is an ideal to strive for in Jewish thinking. As background, Maximus Decimus Meridius is a loyal Roman general who leads the empire to victory in battle under Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The emperor, disillusioned with his corrupt son Commodus, chooses Maximus as h…

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Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariff deadline looms amid inflation concerns 7:59

3h ago7:59

7:59

With the implementation of U-S President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs, some countries are now scrambling to reach a deal. Few countries have managed to make secure deals with the U-S ahead of the deadline, raising concerns for the global economy.

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INTERVIEW: Australia among first countries to launch lung cancer screening program 12:37

18h ago12:37

12:37

Australians at higher risk of lung cancer are being urged to take advantage of a new screening program that has launched this month. The scan will be free for patients under Medicare bulk-billing through GPs, with eligibility to be determined by age - those between 50 and 70 - and smoking history. It is the first new national cancer screening progr…

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Behind the scenes of Australia's whale census; citizen scientists explain why they keep taking part 5:18

9h ago5:18

5:18

It's not just humans in Australia that have a census - whales do, too. Citizen scientists have taken part in the 26th annual whale census, with the number of reported sightings breaking the previous record set in 2023.

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12-year-old's first sale sparks international art career 4:17

19h ago4:17

4:17

NAIDOC week this year celebrates the strength, vision and legacy of the next generation of First Nation leaders. Adnyamathanha, Luritja and Lower Southern Arrernte woman Juanella Donovan sold her first painting at the age of 12, to a tourist in the South Australian Flinders Ranges. Her work is now exhibited internationally, and she's stepped up to …

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Don't look back in Anger: Fans rejoice as Oasis plays first show in 16 years 7:10

1d ago7:10

7:10

Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher have reunited, commencing what may be for some the most anticipated reunion tour of the century. The British rock band was formed in the 90's but has been split for 16 years, with fans young and old thrilled to finally get a chance to see them live.

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US Big Bill scrapes through: 'It's going to be a tsunami of need' 6:54

1d ago6:54

6:54

United States President Donald Trump’s nearly 900-page tax and spending package, dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill, has scraped through Congress by the slimmest of margins. It’s a huge legislative win for Mr Trump’s second term, but critics warn it could leave millions of Americans much worse off.

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The Next Generation celebrated by First Nations Australians during NAIDOC Week 2025 5:58

1d ago5:58

5:58

This year NAIDOC week is marking 50 years of honouring First Nations voices and culture. What began as a movement for justice, equality, freedom, and basic human rights has grown into a powerful national celebration, and a platform for the issues still affecting Indigenous people today.

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Inside the growing cohort of Queensland parents who never planned to homeschool 7:24

2d ago7:24

7:24

Homeschooling is on the rise in Australia, with some 45,000 children registered across Australia last year. Queensland has experienced the most dramatic growth since the start of the COVID pandemic.Now the state government is reviewing legislation to include the perspectives of the growing homeschooling community.…

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New screening program offers hope for those most at risk of lung cancer 5:58

2d ago5:58

5:58

Lung cancer is Australia’s fifth most diagnosed cancer, but causes the greatest number of deaths because it is often diagnosed too late. A new screening program has become available that hopes to detect cases much earlier for those at the highest risk - which includes Indigenous Australians and some migrant communities.…

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Meet the Indigenous chef stirring change in Australia’s $80 million native food industry 5:02

2d ago5:02

5:02

This year, NAIDOC Week focuses on building a legacy for the next generation. That’s also the focus of an Aboriginal chef, who grew up knowing very little about his own heritage. He has since made it his business to help connect young Indigenous people with their culture – through food.

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Tour de France 2025: Ben O’Connor among Aussies competing in this year's race 6:07

2d ago6:07

6:07

Cycling's most famous race, the Tour de France, begins in the country's northern city of Lille this weekend. This year's race will feature 184 riders, including 10 Australians, who will traverse more than 3,000 kilometres, and for the first time in five years, all stages will take place in France.

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CEO SERIES: Haigh's' Alister Haigh on 30 years as CEO and future for chocolate prices & US shares at a record 13:43

2d ago13:43

13:43

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alister Haigh as he steps down as CEO from Haigh's Chocolates as a non-family member prepares to lead the company for the first time in it's 110 year history, plus Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management on the day's market action including why US shares continue to close at record highs.…

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Gaza ceasefire scepticism, China studies US strikes & Dalai Lama dilemma 27:33

2d ago27:33

27:33

US President Trump ups the pressure on Israel and Hamas for a Gaza ceasefire, but questions remain around what’s really on the table, and what’s motivating it. Plus, how America’s strikes on Iran could have implications for Taiwan, and a rare message from the Dalai Lama sparks a political and spiritual standoff with China.…

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Tributes pour in for Diogo Jota: 'He was what we'd all like to be' 6:17

2d ago6:17

6:17

Tributes are pouring in for Liverpool's forward star, Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash in Spain with his brother. The 28-year-old Portuguese player's death has left the football world in a state of shock. He got married just ten days before his death, and shortly before that, he helped his Liverpool club win the Premier League.…

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Creative Australia reinstates artist Khaled Sabsabi for Venice Biennale 4:25

3d ago4:25

4:25

The acting chair of Creative Australia has apologised for the hurt caused after reversing a decision to uninvite Lebanese-Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi from representing Australia at a prestigious art event. The move follows a months-long inquiry ordered by the arts body.

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Sector rotation on the ASX & is the cost of living crisis over? 11:07

3d ago11:07

11:07

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Wacher from Morningstar about what appears to be a sector rotation on the Australian sharemarket and looks into the manager's recent note which asks if the cost of living crisis is over?

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'Save us from this hopeless situation': Afghan refugee calls on Australia to protect his family 9:41

3d ago9:41

9:41

Ahmad and his family have spent the past three and a half years living in limbo after fleeing the Taliban for Pakistan. He has now waited more than 42 months to hear a response to his Refugee and Humanitarian visa application from the Australian government. As Pakistani authorities boost efforts to deport migrants like Ahmad's family back to Afghan…

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Combs sentenced on lesser charge and denied bail - but what's next? 6:34

3d ago6:34

6:34

Sean “Diddy” Combs has been acquitted of the most serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges he was facing, but has been convicted of transporting individuals for prostitution across state lines. Despite avoiding life sentences, Combs faces up to 10 years in jail, though legal experts predict a shorter term given time served and prison condit…

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Weapons halt seen as setback for Ukraine 5:17

3d ago5:17

5:17

Ukraine's government has warned that any delay or slowing down in supporting Ukraine's defence capabilities would only encourage Russia to continue the war. It comes as the US halted its weapons shipments to Ukraine due to concerns over low US stockpiles.

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The next four years of social care research and policy 57:19

4d ago57:19

57:19

This plenary session held on February 3, 2025 at the SIREN 2025 National Research Meeting: Advancing the science of social care featured a discussion between moderator Anand Shah, Vice President of Social Health at Kaiser Permanente, and panelists Stuart Butler, Scholar in Residence of Economic Studies at The Brookings Institution, and Len Nichols,…

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Fiji's Prime Minister wants to see closer co-operation with Australia 4:15

4d ago4:15

4:15

Fiji's Prime Minister has ruled out hosting any Chinese military base as the battle for defence regional supremacy unfolds across the Pacific. In a major address at the National Press Club in Canberra, Sitiveni Rabuka has also made a case for Australia to sign a formal treaty with Fiji as a way to further strengthen the diplomatic relationship.…

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Child sex charges prompt urgent safety review in Victoria 4:27

4d ago4:27

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The federal government says it will be seeking new powers to strip childcare centres of funding if they don't meet safety standards. It follows revelations Victorian police have arrested a childcare worker and laid 70 charges relating to alleged sex offences. Victoria is also bringing in a number of its own reforms, and fast-tracking the already pl…

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Qantas cyber attack hits 6m customers & ASX closes at another record 12:24

4d ago12:24

12:24

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Professor Daswin De Silva from La Trobe University to find out more about a cyber attack which hit Qantas and Martin Lakos from Macquarie goes through the day's market action including another record for the ASX200.

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Victoria embraces truth telling and treaty with state voice to parliament 4:27

4d ago4:27

4:27

A permanent Indigenous voice to parliament is on its way for Victoria. It makes Victoria the second state in Australia - after South Australia - to establish a state-based, democratically elected body to provide advice on laws and policies related to Aboriginal people. The agreements come at the same time as the handing down of the final report of …

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One Big Beautiful Bill Act passes US Senate - just 6:36

5d ago6:36

6:36

After a dramatic 27-hour Senate session, Vice President JD Vance had to cast the tiebreaking vote to pass Donald Trump’s massive tax and spending bill, nicknamed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Republican defections, cuts to social programs, and a furious Elon Musk have turned the vote into a political flashpoint, with the bill’s fate in the House …

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How Dan Abbate Built Wealth by Working Less and Thinking Bigger 53:22

5d ago53:22

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In this powerful episode, Joel reconnects with longtime friend Dan Abbate — an entrepreneur, philosopher, investor, and all-around fascinating human. They dive deep into entrepreneurship, long-term thinking, mindset, AI, personal growth, private equity, and why Dan thinks centralization is the enemy of innovation. 👀 🔥 What you'll hear in this episo…

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FY26 property hotspots & US dollar continues to weaken 17:29

5d ago17:29

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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tim Lawless from Cotality to find out how the property market performed over the last 12 months and to get his take on where the hotspots will be in the new financial year, plus Mark Gardner from MPC Markets takes us through the first trading day of FY26 and looks into the year ahead.…

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Introducing: The Beta Blueprint 1:30

5d ago1:30

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The year 2025 marks the start of a new generation. Incoming Generation Beta is expected to grow up in a world marked by technological and environmental change. But what about the parents set with the task of raising them? The Beta Blueprint is a series of conversations exploring the unique challenges of raising the next generation. From digital dil…

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Netanyahu to visit the White House as concern grows over Gaza aid points violence 7:34

6d ago7:34

7:34

A day after US President Donald Trump urged an end to the 20-month war, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected at the White House next week for talks on a Gaza ceasefire, Iran, and possible wider regional diplomatic deals. But on the ground in the Palestinian enclave there was no sign of fighting letting up.…

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Authorities search for a motive after deadly ambush of US firefighters 3:30

5d ago3:30

3:30

A firefighter is in critical condition after an ambush that saw two colleagues shot dead in the US state of Idaho. Police say a sniper lured fire crews to a mountain area by igniting a blaze before mowing them down.

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SBS speaks to former Treasurer Wayne Swan on Australia's new super guarantee 8:22

6d ago8:22

8:22

From 1 July, the minimum superannuation an employer will be required to pay will be 12%. Australians eligible for government-funded Parental Leave Pay will also be paid superannuation for the first time, the Australian Taxation Office to pay the 12 % guarantee directly into their super fund. Former Treasurer Wayne Swan, who now works for a superann…

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Ep. 13 The Cybersecurity Degree Dilemma: Do You Really Need One? 57:02

6d ago57:02

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In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika explore the question of whether you need a cybersecurity degree to work in the field. With varied personal experiences, they provide insights into the current job market, entry-level challenges, and the importance of hands-on skills versus formal education. They discuss alternative pathw…

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Tax time tips & ASX enjoys above average returns in FY25 19:24

6d ago19:24

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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ATO Assistant Commissioner Robert Thomson to find out what the Taxation Office is targeting during tax return season and to get his top tips, while George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management looks back at the financial year that was and gives his predictions for the next 12 months.…

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Thousands seek Australian climate visas as Tuvalu sinks 8:11

6d ago8:11

8:11

More than one-third of the people in the tiny Pacific nation of Tuvalu, which scientists predict will be submerged by rising seas, have applied for a landmark climate visa to migrate to Australia. The visa is the result of a treaty between the two countries that seeks to support the island nation through climate change.…

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Signs of progress on a Gaza ceasefire as Iran says it will 'never stop' nuclear program 7:56

7d ago7:56

7:56

Iran's ambassador to the United Nations says the country will continue with its nuclear program for what he calls "peaceful energy" purposes. It comes as US President Donald Trump insists the US strike on Iran's nuclear facilities did long-term damage - and he takes issues with those who say otherwise.…

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Who will be the next Dalai Lama? 7:18

7d ago7:18

7:18

As the Dalai Lama nears his 90th birthday, Tibetan exiles in Australia are preparing cultural tributes that double as acts of defiance. While students here enjoy freedoms denied in Tibet, the future of spiritual leadership for Tibetan Buddhists remains uncertain. China insists the next Dalai Lama must be Chinese, but he says his successor will come…

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First Nations festival gives a taste of an ancient culture 3:16

7d ago3:16

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Visitors to one of Australia's largest national parks say learning about bush food is helping them better connect with First Nations people. Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory is home to ingredients not found anywhere else, with enthusiasts helping to uncover its culinary secrets.

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Open Defiance: Record turnout at Hungary's Pride March despite crackdown 5:42

7d ago5:42

5:42

There's been a record turnout at Budapest's annual Pride march, in an act of defiance against the Hungarian government's attempt to ban the event.

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INTERVIEW: Professor Andrew Sindone talks to SBS about heart failure 8:00

8d ago8:00

8:00

Heart failure is a growing problem with at least half a million Australians living with it at any given time - and more than 67,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Heart failure is responsible for approximately 61,000 deaths annually, numbers that are likely to increase with the growing and ageing population. Advocates say they are worried a lack of…

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INTERVIEW: Dodging an asteroid attack 4:26

8d ago4:26

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Movies like 'Deep Impact' and 'Armageddon' are Hollywood action adventure movies which sees the world threatened by complete destruction due to the impact of a giant asteroid, where a hero - like Bruce Willis in Armageddon - is sent to save the world from an approaching asteroid. Monday June 30th is World Asteroid Day - so what is the chance that w…

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An Enigmacursor wrapped in a riddle inside a mystery? 4:07

8d ago4:07

4:07

A new species of dinosaur has been unveiled at London’s Natural History Museum. The Enigmacursor was a small herbivore that lived around 150 million years ago alongside larger beasts like Stegosaurus and Diplodocus.

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'Turning point': Rwanda and DRC sign peace deal granting US access to critical minerals 9:02

9d ago9:02

9:02

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have signed a historic peace agreement in Washington with hopes it will bring a close to the decades long conflict. While seen as a turning point, critics of the deal say it contains major omissions and argue the critical minerals element further exploits people in the region.…

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'It's about power': How sexual harassment affects those on the margins 9:58

9d ago9:58

9:58

The Australian Human Rights Commission has released a landmark report on workplace sexual harassment, drawing from the experiences of over 300 victim-survivors. The report hands down 11 recommendations to address the gaps between policy and practice when dealing with those most affected by sexual harassment at work.…

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‘I didn’t sleep at all’: One mother’s terrifying wait for news from a war zone 5:06

9d ago5:06

5:06

It was a tense week for families with loved ones in the Middle East – especially for one Melbourne mother separated from her three sons in Iran. When phone and internet failed, she did not know if they had survived.

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ASX flatlines but volatility to continue 14:43

9d ago14:43

14:43

It appears the volatility in global politics hasn't translated to local markets, with the ASX-200 remaining relatively calm for most of the week. IG market analyst Tony Sycamore spoke with Stephanie Youssef. Plus, Deloitte has released its latest Business Outlook and, despite global economic uncertainty, the Australian economy is expected to experi…

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Former CDC staffers ring alarm bells over decisions of new US vaccine panel 9:01

9d ago9:01

9:01

A new vaccine advisory panel appointed by US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has announced it will study the schedule of childhood and adolescent immunisations and review the use of older vaccines. It's also recommended single dose flu vaccination formulas which is thimerosal-free. The announcements have caused some alarm, with some concerned …

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Iran-Israel ceasefire, NATO ‘daddy’ & Armenia's pantless politics 29:52

9d ago29:52

29:52

The unfolding events of the Israel-Iran conflict and what the future could hold for Tehran’s regime. Plus, the big bucks promised at the NATO summit, Georgia crackdowns on dissent, and the Armenian Prime Minister’s controversial plan to put religious rumours to bed.

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Iran, United States issue conflicting statements on nuclear talks 7:04

10d ago7:04

7:04

Iran's Supreme Leader has emerged from hiding, warning the United States it will pay a heavy price for further attacks on its nuclear infrastructure and denying White House reports the countries are currently in talks over a nuclear agreement. The country says it will maintain peace with Israel and will not launch further strikes, unless it is atta…

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Moneyball 1:15:41

10d ago1:15:41

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There are rich teams and there are poor teams. Then there’s “The Adrian Moment” digging into Moneyball, the film that asked: What if you could win the pennant with a spreadsheet and a gut full of frustration? Ocean Murff and Jim Pullen step up to the plate for a nine-inning dissection of baseball’s most disruptive underdog story—and somewhere in th…

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