Beste Alan Rusbridger podcasts (2024)

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Alan Rusbridger: "Two cheers" for Assange's release 8:15

1d ago8:15

8:15

Julian Assange's release has been welcomed by advocates for press freedom, including journalists and editors who first worked with him in the mid-2000s. Alan Rusbridger was an editor of the Guardian newspaper for 20 years and one of the first to work with Assange and WikiLeaks.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange: A landmark moment in press freedom? 54:43

10h ago54:43

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After 12 years without freedom—first after seeking refuge in the Ecuadorian embassy in London and then as a prisoner in high-security Belmarsh—Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, is free and is back on home soil in Australia. Assange’s crime was to publish classified information leaked from the US Army. He was working alongside Chelsea Mannin…

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Lynne McGranger stars in musical comedy shining a light on grandparents 8:24

13h ago8:24

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Writer Wendy Harmer wants to debunk grandparent stereotypes as being old people on rocking chairs. Harmer has enlisted the help of John Field from The Wiggles to create the new musical-comedy 'The Grandparents Club' starring Home and Away actress Lynne McGranger. Featuring: Lynne McGranger, actressDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Film with Jason di Rosso 6:39

13h ago6:39

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RN film critic and host of The Screen Show Jason Di Rosso joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest in cinema.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Psychiatry's Blind Spot: New research shows mental health conditions have biological triggers 9:51

13h ago9:51

9:51

Groundbreaking new research from a leading psychiatrist at the University of Oxford has found that many serious mental health conditions can have biological and bodily triggers, which could radically transform how mental illnesses are understood and treated.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Solomon Islands PM asks Australia for security boost 7:50

13h ago7:50

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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says he's asked Australia to help his country expand its police force to 3,000 officers, after his first visit with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for bilateral talks.. The two leaders said that Solomon Islands had agreed to a new "three-tier" arrangement to guide its security policy, but w…

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Politics with Charles Croucher 6:10

14h ago6:10

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The Chief Political Editor for 9News Charles Croucher joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Katy Gallagher: Inflation still tracking down 12:24

14h ago12:24

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It's clear the cost of living crisis is still biting with yesterday's inflation figures rising from 3.6 per cent in April to 4 per cent in May. Finance Minister Katy Gallagher says despite the uptick inflation is still tracking down, and says the government's cost of living measures are helping.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Jubilation for family and friends as Julian Assange arrives back in Australia 10:52

14h ago10:52

10:52

There were scenes of jubilation last night as Julian Assange touched down on Australian soil, ending his years of imprisonment and detention in the UK. The WikiLeaks founder stepped off a private jet in Canberra, then waved to supporters and the press waiting on the tarmac, before pumping a fist above his head.…

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Energy Commission acknowledges tariff problems 7:59

15h ago7:59

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1 in 3 households has a smart meter installed and is paying for energy based on a complicated system of tariffs, except most haven't had the new system explained to them.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Frogs beat deadly fungus by using garden 'saunas' 5:09

15h ago5:09

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A deadly fungus has wiped out 90 amphibian species around the world. But Australian researchers have found a simple solution that can help frogs and toads fight the disease.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Birmingham questions PM's decision to call Assange 10:15

15h ago10:15

10:15

The opposition's foreign affairs spokesman Simon Birmingham has criticised the Prime Minister for calling Julian Assange as he touched down in Canberra last night. In a post on social media, he says the phone call was not "necessary nor appropriate", saying Mr Assange was undeserving of that kind of treatment.…

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American music labels take AI to court over 'fake' music 7:38

15h ago7:38

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Artificial intelligence is seeping into the music industry with musicians collaborating with each other that otherwise wouldn't have been possible - think Freddie Mercury covering Adele's Rolling in the Deep. However, the musicians who are behind the original works, aren't getting any credit leading to lawsuits between AI music generators and major…

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Protests to continue in Kenya, as President backs down over tax hikes 8:54

15h ago8:54

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Kenya's President William Ruto has backed down over a plan to increase taxes, after succumbing to pressure from protesters who this week stormed the parliament, and demonstrated across the country. The move will be seen as a major victory for a week-old, youth-led protest movement that grew from online outrage at tax rises into mass rallies demandi…

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Acclaimed play Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf set to open in Melbourne 4:38

1d ago4:38

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Considered one of the greatest plays ever written, this jet-black comedy features some of the most cracking dialogue and savage one-liners ever written and is set to open in Melbourne this weekend with real-life couple Kat Stewart and David Whiteley.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Will pill testing at Victorian music festivals encourage drug use? 9:05

1d ago9:05

9:05

Victoria will become the latest Australian jurisdiction to introduce pill testing at music festivals, with Premier Jacinta Allen announcing an 18-month trial due to begin in summer. Critics of pill testing say it will simply encourage drug use and give users a false sense of security, and won't be the life-saving service the Premier envisages.…

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Greg Lynn verdict split in double murder case 8:48

1d ago8:48

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A jury has found a former Jetstar pilot guilty of murdering missing camper Carol Clay but acquitted him over the murder of Russell Hill. Greg Lynn has always maintained he's innocent of killing the pair, who were camping in Victoria's High Country in 2020. During the six week trial, Lynn admitted to destroying evidence.…

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As the dollar surges against the Yen, not all Aussie tourists are smiling 8:18

1d ago8:18

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The Aussie dollar continues to surge against the Japanese yen, smashing a 33-year high on Monday. It's music to the ears of a record number of Aussie tourists who have set their sights on Japan as a travel destination but Japanese businesses are slugging foreign tourists more than locals in a bid to address their economic woes.…

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Relief for Assange's supporters in the US 6:37

1d ago6:37

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The Assange deal shows a change of heart in Washington, which long pursued Assange for publishing national security material. One of those long pushing for the charges against him to be dropped is Democratic congressman James P McGovern.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Richard Marles: "no intention" of consequences for Payman 11:27

1d ago11:27

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Labor Senator Fatima Payman won't be punished for crossing the floor on a Greens motion to recognise Palestine as a state. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles says "it's not a moment to be punishing people", as the war continues in Gaza. Guest: Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister Producer: Krishani Dhanji…

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Sport with Warwick Hadfield 4:36

1d ago4:36

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Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Kathy Lette on living with Julian Assange 10:32

1d ago10:32

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Acclaimed writer Kathy Lette lived with Julian Assange in London when she was married to human rights lawyer Geoffrey Robertson.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange pushes for US presidential pardon 7:21

1d ago7:21

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The dramatic climax to Julian Assange's long-running legal fight comes after a major shift from within the US government, which had been pursuing the Australian on charges of hacking into a Pentagon computer network in 2010. With his freedom now all but guaranteed, Julian Assange's wife Stella Assange says he will now seek a pardon. Guest: Glenn Th…

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Expert surgeon calls for regulation of labiaplasty procedures due to botched operations 9:04

1d ago9:04

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Recent research showed that social media is fuelling significant anxiety in one quarter of women aged 18-24 about their genital appearance, and that is being blamed for a dramatic rise in rates of labiaplasty surgeries being performed across Australia. But an expert warns that those doing the labiaplasty procedures are often not qualified, performi…

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Israel's ultra-Orthodox community set for mandatory military service 6:21

1d ago6:21

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Israel's Supreme Court has ruled ultra-Orthodox Jews can no longer be exempted from military service, a major reversal of policy that threatens to further fracture Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling coalition. Ultra-Orthodox Jews have long been excused from the draft, to allow them to devote their lives to religious study. Guest: Akiva Eldar, author and j…

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Julian Assange arrives on tiny Pacific island for court hearing that should set him free 10:23

1d ago10:23

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Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is a free man after striking a plea deal with the US Department of Justice, and flying out of the UK yesterday. But under the deal, it's expected the time he's already spent in custody will allow him to walk free and continue his journey home to Australia. Guest: Alice Edwards, UN Special Rapporteur in Lond…

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Opera Australia's 'electrifying' production of Puccini's Tosca 7:33

3d ago7:33

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100 years after the death of revered Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, Opera Australia is celebrating his legacy with Edward Dick's acclaimed five-star production of Tosca at the Sydney Opera House. The show has been described as "gripping, compelling, suspenseful and soaring" and will be led by an award-winning behind-the-scenes crew. Guest: Edwar…

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Local publican leases former nursing home to house staff 5:05

3d ago5:05

5:05

After struggling to attract workers due to the lack on long-term rentals a local publican in the town of Stansbury has taken things into his own hands. After seeing a former nursing home in the town standing empty he approached the owner about leasing it. The building now provides accommodation to staff and local residents who have found it increas…

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Victoria to trial pill testing 8:14

3d ago8:14

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People in Victoria will be able to test what's in the recreational drugs they use at music festivals this summer - as the state becomes the third jurisdiction to roll-out pill testing. Premier Jacinta Allan said the decision was taken after a spike in drug overdoses at music festivals this year. Guest: Dr David Caldicott, emergency doctor and the c…

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Celine Dion doco and alternative history My Lady Jane - TV with Wenlei Ma 8:26

3d ago8:26

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I Am: Celine Dion, a feature doco about the powerhouse Canadian singer and her battle with stiff-person syndrome, a rare disorder that has kept her from performing since 2019. Also out this week is My Lady Jane, an alternative history dramedy about Lady Jane Grey, also known as the Nine Day's Queen who had a very short reign on the throne of Englan…

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Adam Bandt on vapes: 'Prohibition doesn't work' 8:11

3d ago8:11

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Labor has struck a deal with the Greens on new vaping legislation to allow pharmacies to sell plain packaged nicotine vapes, but they won't require a prescription.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Vaping reforms and Matt Kean takes key climate job - Politics with Karen Middleton 5:12

3d ago5:12

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The Government and the Greens have made a deal to sell non-prescription nicotine vapes in pharmacies from October, it's a watered down policy - but is it a political win for Labor? Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: Karen Middleton, Political …

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Cricket, Olympics and AFL - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 7:30

3d ago7:30

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In cricket, Australia all but out of the Men's T20 World Cup after losing to India this morning. In Olympic selection news, a setback for the Australian women's sevens team. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Resources Minister: Gas supply 'sufficient' despite warnings 10:16

3d ago10:16

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There are warnings a looming gas shortage in the south-east of the country could rapidly drive up prices for households and businesses. But the Government says there is "sufficient" supply, and there will be enough gas flowing into households. Guest: Madeleine King, Resources MinisterDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Celine Dion shares her struggle with SPS 6:42

3d ago6:42

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It's been a year and a half since the French-Canadian singing superstar Celine Dion announced her diagnosis with Stiff Person syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder that can cause spasms so bad it can break bones. Now, in a new documentary, called I am: Celine Dion -- one of the best selling musical artists of all time shares an intimate view…

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Richard Boyle and the ATO - Analysis with Adele Ferguson 7:33

3d ago7:33

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On Wednesday, former ATO debt collector turned whistle-blower Richard Boyle lost his bid to avoid prosecution over information he collected about practices at the organisation's South Australian office. Mr Boyle tried to help a number of small business owners he believed were being treated unfairly, eventually taking his concerns to the media. He n…

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Government waters down vaping ban in deal with Greens 7:43

3d ago7:43

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The government has agreed a deal with the Greens to pass its anti-vaping legislation, which will see medicinal vape products available over the counter at pharmacies. Guest: Dr Michael Bonning, Chair of Public Health, Australian Medical AssociationDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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UK's wealthiest family found guilty of exploiting staff 5:19

3d ago5:19

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Four members of the UK's richest family have been found guilty of exploiting staff working at their lakeside villa in Geneva. Prosecutors deemed the case so serious that they pushed ahead with criminal charges against members of the Hinduja family, despite them reaching an out-of-court settlement with the workers. Guest:Fiona David, founder of Fair…

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Gamble-gate: Betting scandal engulfs Tories' election campaign 9:32

3d ago9:32

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Rishi Sunak's chances of avoiding a landslide defeat in the U.K election might just have got even worse - thanks to a scandal christened 'gamble-gate.' Four Conservative candidates and officials are being probed by the gambling watchdog for allegedly betting on the date of the election before it was announced - and there are concerns within the par…

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Two years since Roe vs Wade overturned 10:20

3d ago10:20

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This week marks two years since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, causing a seismic change to abortion rights across the United States. Journalist and author Liz Plank told RN Breakfast while "unfortunately" the widespread restrictions and bans on abortion in US states were expected, the most surprising element is the positive the ban br…

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The rise of the Saudi film industry 5:32

4d ago5:32

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Saudi Film Nights are being held in Sydney and Melbourne this week, and are luring a new demographic of audiences. The events hope there will be new collaborations between Australian and Saudi film industries. It comes as a new film industry emerges in Saudi Arabia, after the Kingdom opened its first new cinema in 2018 - following a 35-year ban on …

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Gas shortage concerns this winter 10:40

4d ago10:40

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As the east of the country shivers through a severe cold snap and gas prices spike, manufacturers warn they'll have to buy gas from overseas if supply doesn't improve. Tony Wood from the Grattan Institute warns that gas supply issues are "getting more serious every year". He told RN Breakfast governments have spent too long it doesn't exist, and wh…

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Why the mother of a deepfaked teen went public 10:05

4d ago10:05

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Last year, then 14-year-old American high school student Francesca Mani discovered she had been deepfaked. Since then, Francesca and her mother Dorota have taken their fight to Congress, and this week will join a bipartisan group of senators to introduce legislation aimed at protecting kids from deepfake porn. Guest: Dorota Mani, mother of Francesc…

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'Pre-bunking': Combating AI misinformation in elections 6:02

4d ago6:02

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2024 has seen a major rise of AI-generated content during election, and it's creating a lot of anxiety. AI-content is fuelling misinformation and disinformation online and on social media, and AEC Commissioner Tom Rogers told RN Breakfast we should be "pre-bunking rather than debunking" misinformation. Guest: Tom Rogers, Australian Electoral Commis…

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Nuclear debate turns personal - Politics with Michelle Grattan 4:30

4d ago4:30

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The nuclear debate is turning radioactive. Opposition leader Peter Dutton has called the Prime Minister a child - so where is this debate heading? The Chief Political Correspondent for The Conversation Michelle Grattan joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: Michelle Grattan…

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Tanya Plibersek: 'uncertainty kills investment' 12:49

4d ago12:49

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The government says it's moving faster than ever on its renewables rollout, with new data from the federal environment department showing renewable approvals have got to record levels. But Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says investment in renewables could be jeopardised by the nuclear debate which could lead to 'uncertainty' for businesses. G…

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How do teens feel about social media age limits? 10:14

4d ago10:14

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The Australian e-Safety Commissioner has called for age limits to restrict access to social media for children or young teens. But what do teenagers themselves think of the proposal? Ava and Holly, two Victorian 16-year-olds from the Reach Foundation joined RN Breakfast to discuss the way they use social media. They told RN Breakfast that it's not …

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'Pretty proud': Tony Armstrong nominated for a Gold Logie 4:35

4d ago4:35

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This year's Logies nominations have been revealed, and The ABC has received a whopping 51 nominations, one of the highest tallies ever for the public broadcaster. One of those on the list is Tony Armstrong who's been nominated for a Gold Logie he joined RN Breakfast and his "fairy god-mother" PK to discuss the nomination, which he says "gives good …

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Could nuclear energy make power cheaper? 4:31

4d ago4:31

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The federal opposition says building multiple reactors on seven nuclear power sites will lead to cheaper energy bills, despite scepticism from economists and energy experts. Rod Sims, Chair of The Superpower Institute told RN Breakfast says "at best" he believes nuclear would increase household energy bills by over $200 per year. Guest: Rod Sims, C…

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