The Chaser Report

Leader of The Greens, Adam Bandt, becomes the first party leader to sit and have a chat with Charles and Dom about the election. Adam gets grilled on his policies by Charles and Dom, but will he tell them to "Google it"? Plus it's the PM's birthday and Gabbi Bolt has a beautiful serenade prepared. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host of NewsFighters podcast and master of funny clips Dylan Behan joins Charles, Chas, and Dom for rundown of the election debates. Meanwhile Chas ponders the pros and cons of the government owning your home. Plus Dom has the latest on everyone's favourite captain's pick with another Devesdropping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greens candidate David Shoebridge joins Gabbi and Charles to talk about his bizarre new policy idea to give artists money, so naturally they try and correct him on this insane concept. Meanwhile, has John officially been broken by Sky News? Plus Dom and Charles have another crack at dispensing their political wisdom by answering your stupid questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig and Andrew are hosting the show today, so we apologise for a temporary increase in quality. Craig meticulously unpacks how to say Anthony Albanese's name, and pitches his new reform to the Australian electoral system. Meanwhile Andrew has found out Scott Morrison has a deadly new allergy, and also shares his favourite and fastest candidate's debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles and Dom are joined by Alice Workman, the hilarious political writer for The Australian, to chat about her favourite observations from this campaign. Meanwhile Dom and Charles seem to have been thrown off their rhythm by last night's debate, and have forgotten how civil conversations work. Plus Lachlan talks behind the scenes of his stunt on Clive Palmer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist extraordinaire and 6NEWS founder Leo Puglisi joins Dom and John for a chat about the election, and how he keeps managing to interview leaders. Meanwhile Dom and Charles are upset that there's still no good election news other than a few forced gaffes. Plus the latest song from Gabbi Bolt that will be stuck in your head 'til Election Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist turned candidate Zoe Daniel joins Charles and Dom to talk about why she's running as an independent this election. Meanwhile John Delmenico shows what he has learnt from Sky News this week. Plus Charles has all the most important news in his daily Election Wrap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate Star Wars day Dom shares the best and dankest memes from the political parties, and Charles pretends to not like Star Wars. Meanwhile Shadow Finance Minister Katy Gallagher joins the show to unpack economic policy. Plus a brand new segment where we have an expert panel answer your most serious election questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For a very special episode of The Chaser Report: Election Edition Charles and Dom are joined by both Andrew Hansen AND Ben Lee! Ben and Andrew go back into the vault and unpack the feud they had 14 years ago when Andrew wrote a song about Ben. Ben also talks politics and why being subversive is so fun. Meanwhile, Andrew quizzes Dom and Charles on the PM's breakfast TV appearances. Plus Charles has the latest Election Wrap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom and Charles are joined by the fantastic Jan Fran to talk about her election podcast "Jan Fran Has Issues" which can be found in the A Rational Fear feed. Meanwhile Dom gives a weekend update of all the election news you missed from this weekend, and Charles has the latest daily Election Wrap. Plus Andrew Hansen has an ad for his upcoming live-show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chas Licciardello joins Dom Knight for The Chaser Report: Election Edition for his first discussions on Australian politics in five years. What has Chas learnt, and where did he learn it? Meanwhile Dom catches up with Aleksa to talk about his latest stunt, and Charles has his latest Election Wrap. Plus an interview with Senator Rex Patrick to find out if any politicians know the real costs of living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 Federal Election has begun! Bring on The Chaser Report: Election Edition!Host of NewsFighters podcast Dylan Behan joins the election desk to showcase the worst and worser of the media's election coverage. Meanwhile Charles has forced John Delmenico to watch all of Sky News this election, to find out how unbiased they really are. Plus Dom unpacks Peter Dutton's war rhetoric, and Charles brings his daily Election Wrap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 Federal Election has begun! Bring on The Chaser Report: Election Edition!Craig uses his keen political eye to breakdown the issues surrounding the carbon tax, and explain it in a way that everyone can relate to. Meanwhile Dom and Charles interview MP Tony Burke to find out who gave Covid to Albanese. Plus Charles has the latest Election Wrap, and Dom takes a deep dive into the most controversial 'captain's pick' so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 Federal Election has begun! Bring on The Chaser Report: Election Edition! To start off The Chaser's election campaign, we welcome Craig Reucassel back to the desk to bring us the latest update on the polls. Meanwhile Dom shows his true colours and reveals what party he'll be voting for, and Charles recaps all the most important facts about the election so far, and the first of his special Election Wraps! PLUS we have a chart topping dance hit! It's going to be a long and arduous election, strap yourselves in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chaser Report will return on April 26th with.... Election Edition! God knows many media outlets will try, but none will deliver such all-encompassing coverage of the 2022 federal election as The Chaser. Sifting through the distractions of policy promises and identifying the un-beating heart behind every political party, this year The Chaser is back to keep everyone in line! Episodes uploaded at 4pm every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the election beginning any day now, we're taking a leaf from the PM's book and taking a break from working. In the meantime, enjoy our election speculation, and the last ever Producer Notes. See you in 2 weeks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining John and Charles for a very special interview is the legendary 6News creator and anchor, Leo Puglisi! Leo talks behind the scenes of his groundbreaking interview with Morrison, and what it's like to run a news organisation that actually tries to check facts. Plus Leo has some tips on the best ways to use Twitter while at school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Delmenico takes a look at the PM's latest interviews with the ABC and the team at 6News, in which the PM loses moral high ground to a 14 year old. Meanwhile, Charles has an announcement about a surprise buyer of the company, and Aleksa has an update on the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabbi and Aleksa are joined by fantastic comedian Michelle Brasier for an Arvo Chat! Michelle's previous comedy show 'Average Bear' was a huge hit, but how do you follow up your own act? Michelle talks her new show 'Reform' and the story of how she befriended someone who scammed her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aleksa tries to uncover the motive behind the world's most vaccinated man. Meanwhile the verdict is in, and Dom has gives official review and recommendation of the Covid experience. Plus Lachlan warns of the threat of a new man-eating animal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Chris Ryan joins Charles and Dom for an Arvo chat! Chris talks her show "Can't Complain" and teaches Charles and Dom what things you should complain about, how to make comedy and parenthood work, and what it's like to do a gig for the SAS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After coming under fire with accusations of historic racism, Scott Morrison has declared he is not racist - so do his previous remarks hold up? Meanwhile Charles has a theory on why the election has taken so long to get called. Plus John looks at the budget and IPCC report to find out how Australia can save the climate, but isn't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aleksa and Gabbi are joined by comedian and writer Brodi Snook for an Arvo Chat! Brodi talks doing the Melbourne Comedy Festival, and the response to the opening night of her show 'Waylaid'. What does waylaid mean? Find out here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barnaby Joyce has his say on the housing market. Meanwhile our lawyers have allowed us to talk about Ben Roberts-Smith. Plus America have a brand new forensic science technique that works like magic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah is joined by Charles, Gabbi, and Aleksa for an Arvo Chat. What does Sami think of the infamous Chris Rock and Will Smith Oscar incident? Listen to find out his hottest take yet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles from The Chaser Report is joined by Adam and Thomas from Comedian v Economist for an Acast Crossover event!Together Adam, Charles, and Thomas cover everything you need to know on the federal budget. Petrol prices, slightly faster trains, cheap beer, and more! You can listen to this special episode on both The Chaser Report and Comedian V Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy April Fools Day! To commemorate our favourite religious holiday we talk about the pranks we've been pulling on each other around the office. Meanwhile Aleksa is cheery about the possibility of peace talks, and Lachlan cracks into a special Producer Notes mystery. Plus all the latest Chaser* headlines from the fabulous Rebecca De Unamuno! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fantastic Floyd Alexander-Hunt joins Gabbi and Charles for an Arvo Chat. Floyd unpacks her show 'Highly Strung' and how it delves into understanding love. Is love earnest, or is it attraction? Find out with the team, or in Floyd's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shhhhhh! In this extra quiet episode of The Chaser Report Charles discovers that most listeners use podcasts to fall asleep. Join Charles as he whispers through the budget, and John as he unpacks the latest conspiracy to come out of American politics. Sweet dreams! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dylan Behan of the NewsFighters podcast joins Charles, Aleksa and Gabbi for an Arvo Chat - about the budget! As always Dylan has the greatest gaffes and best bits from the news, and this time he has his sights set on Frydenberg's 2022 budget. If you missed out on watching it last night, Dylan has you covered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is budget day! But because we are so busy unpacking it all, we are waiting til the afternoon to unpack it with Dylan Behan. For now please enjoy Aleksa looking for more dating advice, and Dom giving a masterclass on how not to host a four-year-old's birthday party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary comedian Alice Fraser joins Gabbi and Charles for an Arvo Chat. Alice lets the team see behind the curtain and learn her process for writing her shows. Alice also talks about being at the centre of a murder mystery, being an academic at heart, and the difference between a banjo and a ukulele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Budget Day, so in anticipation John showcases Scott Morrison's amazing math abilities. Meanwhile Dom takes a look at the strategic genius of Joe Biden. Plus Charles brings you the latest from the Oscars .... 1989. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Jake Howie joins Gabbia and Aleksa for an Arvo Chat. Jake's talks his upcoming show 'Cult Fiction' and what it was like to grow up in Scientology. Jake also dives into what it was like to catch COVID during a tour, and together everyone looks back at the 90's! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Greens have just promised to abolish the national student debt, so what would the Chaser Interns do with all the extra cash? Meanwhile Aleksa brings a moving tribute to beloved Madeline Albright, and Lachlan deep dives into the resignation of Brian Houston. Plus Gabbi Bolt reads the latest Chaser headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah joins Charles and Dom for another Arvo Chat. Sami tackles Australian refugee policy, the inner politics of Hillsong, and what it's like to introduce yourself on stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sick of the news, Gabbi asks the team a question she's been plagued by for years. Meanwhile Aleksa investigates a plane crash in China, and turns our podcast into a true crime podcast. Plus our producer thinks he has a way to give the show more "sizzle". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Fady Kassab joins Gabbi and Aleksa for an Arvo Chat. Fady is the winner of the 2019's RAW Comedy Championship, and talks about the long life story behind his upcoming show 'Is This Legal?' Fady dives into his upbringing in a war-torn Lebanon, and why he would choose a war-zone over dating any day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom takes a blast from the past and provides an update on the happenings in the life of satire gold-mine Craig Thomson. Meanwhile John is on the path to becoming an ALPHA MALE and tries to teach the team about his SUPREME ALPHA PHILOSOPHY BRO. Plus all the latest headlines from Rebecca De Unamuno. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom has the latest report on a Hollywood blockbuster being filmed in Australia that has nobody hyped. Lachlan has the UAP's latest anthem stuck in his head. Plus Charles admits to committing fraud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chaser pride themselves on bringing you all the latest cheeriest war news, existential crises, and reminders of your universal insignificance. Dom talks about growing old, as well as the latest on Ukraine. Meanwhile Charles brings the dark truths of the SA election according to Sky News. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode contains sexual allegory and countless mentions of the word "butthole". John tries to unpack TikTok's war propaganda machine but gets derailed by his coworkers talking about their bums. It also contains political news like the PM assuming a state was lead by a man, and a COVID update, but honestly none of that is as interesting as Charles talking about his bum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah joins Gabbi and Charles for an Arvo Chat. Sami talks the news of the week, and asks why everyone is putting so much attention on the candidates' weight loss. Plus Charles gets in a few final jabs about Adelaide, of course. Be sure to buy ticket's to Sami's comedy show 'Unappreciated' or listen to his podcast 'News Weakly'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom and John look forward to TikTok's partnership with the Cannes Film Festival. Meanwhile Charles provides advice on how to save money and drink beer at the same time. Plus, will our producer finally be cancelling producer notes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and writer Lauren Bonner joins Gabbi and Aleksa for an Arvo Chat. Lauren tells the story of the time she received a heckle via email, and asks Gabbi and Aleksa if they believe in signs from loved ones. Lauren also hosts the podcast 'Big Natural Talents' and is performing her show 'Elephant' at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles has a solution for how to save money on petrol prices, meanwhile John analyses the serious mass of the newest hard-hitting political issues. Plus Dom gives an inspiring message to the children about the future of the climate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aleksa reports on a class of worker in Saudi Arabia that is in desperate need of union help. Meanwhile Gabbi presents her film review of 'The Batman'. Plus Charles and Dom take a reminiscent look at how far Adelaide has come since they were youngsters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Emma Holland joins Gabbi and Aleksa for an Arvo Chat. Emma talks about how she accidentally won a photography contest when she was six, and the trajectory that individual moment sent her life on. Emma also goes behind the scenes of her comedy show "Dreamer in the Mist" and how the show got this name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John drunkenly watched Albanese's 60 Minutes appearance on Sunday night, and he is not impressed by the report. Meanwhile Dom takes a look at the ADF's response to finally helping out with the floods. Plus Charles has a review of Australia's favourite Southern Australian capital city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ange Lavoipierre joins Gabbi and Dom for an Arvo Chat. Ange and Gabbi bond over their Bathurst-ancestry, and stoke the flames of our Bathurst vs. Orange debate. Plus Ange talks inviting your parents to your comedy show, and the worst phrases Duolingo asks you to learn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.