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Kyrgios’ mind-game mastery, and kind words for Chris Dawson

Spectacular tennis and shaken opponents - Nick Kyrgios’ mind games are working a treat at Wimbledon, where he leads four Australians into the final week. And, murder accused Chris Dawson may now begin calling witnesses to his good character - so who’ll speak up?Plus, top Liberal women warn the party will languish in the electoral wilderness without more female MPs. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 202212 min

Neddy Smith who? And China’s fury

Chris Dawson had never heard of one of Australia’s most notorious criminals, Arthur Neddy Smith, he claimed in a private phone call intercepted by police. And a new fight with China, which says Anthony Albanese has ruined the budding reconciliation by talking tough on Taiwan. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 202213 min

Chris Dawson’s rage, and an electricity tsunami

Our electricity use will double by 2050. How do we get renewables ready to rumble? Plus, the Teacher’s Pet murder trial hears accused killer Chris Dawson’s exasperated private phone calls, mocking the police and calling investigations into missing wife Lyn “bullshit”. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 29, 202213 min

Hedley Thomas’ fiery defence of journalism

A special episode of The Front, featuring Hedley Thomas fresh from the witness box after his evidence in the murder trial of Christopher Dawson. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 202214 min

Chris Dawson’s barrister grills Hedley Thomas, and the new property sharks

Journalist Hedley Thomas tells the Chris Dawson trial how he came to the view Dawson was a murderer. And, the cashed-up Sydney and Melbourne investors distorting property markets around Australia. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet & Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 27, 202215 min

Hedley Thomas enters Chris Dawson trial, and vape crackdown

Health watchdogs target ‘dangerous’ e-cigarettes, saying they don’t help smokers quit - but are politicians willing to take on Big Tobacco? And the Chris Dawson murder trial finally hears evidence from investigative journalist Hedley Thomas, who joins us today, four years on from The Teacher’s Pet. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 26, 202213 min

Trump: villain or buffoon, and a reject’s revenge

A self-published author makes history, shortlisted for the prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Award after the publishing industry rejected him. Is Donald Trump’s Republican star waning, as the January 6 riot hearings line him up for possible charges? To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 202214 min

Buzz Lightyear gets cancelled, and a huge leap for tiny computers

Australian researchers’ big breakthrough on quantum computing that could solve the energy crisis and make food cheaper. And, why are the Republicans and half the Middle East unhappy with Buzz Lightyear? To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 22, 202214 min

Lisa Wilkinson blows up Brittany trial, and Navratilova’s crusade

‘Fairness’ before trans inclusion is the right path for sport, says tennis great and LGBT pioneer Martina Navratilova. The Brittany Higgins trial is delayed indefinitely by a furious judge after Lisa Wilkinson’s Logies speech. And an author accused of bias in the Teacher’s Pet trial. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21, 202212 min

What's fair in trans sport, and detective denies Dawson claim

Trans women who’ve been through male puberty are banned from elite swimming, but may be welcome in soccer. So what’s fair? Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says she was ‘surprised’ to be dumped from her beloved education portfolio, but determined to get on with the job. And another big twist in the Chris Dawson trial, with a legendary detective denying he tipped Dawson off. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 202213 min

Big squeeze on polluters, and RM Williams goes vegan

Energy policy is turning into Anthony Albanese’s first big test, as he battles to fix a broken system while bringing emissions down. Plus, Australia’s richest man has taken over RM Williams and demand is skyrocketing - so how does a boutique bootmaker take on the world?  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 202213 min

History war raging in schools, and underworld bombshell hits Teacher’s Trial

Hotly-awaited testimony from the heart of Sydney gangland in the Chris Dawson murder trial.  Plus, what schoolkids are learning about a very controversial chapter in our history.  And, why renewables could be the solution to our energy crisis. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 202215 min

Cops under fire in Dawson trial, and who gets a pay rise?

$40 a week for cleaners, carers and waiters - what will it do to the economy? Our workplace expert cuts through the spin. And the Teacher’s Pet murder trial hears claims police failed to follow up sightings of Lyn Dawson - and their suspicions were being ‘pushed’ by a bitter ex-wife To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 202214 min

Who’s to blame for energy crisis, and Chris Dawson caught on tape

Blackouts, failing coal power and and sky-high gas prices: who’s to blame, and can we fix it?  Plus, Chris Dawson in a new phone intercept with sister Lynette, discussing her claim Lyn Dawson was ‘in a hippie commune’. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 202214 min

Cocaine diver’s mysterious past, and a third boat arrives

Bruno Borges was tattooed, superfit Brazilian adventurer - so how did he end up dead in Newcastle Harbour during an allegedly botched cocaine importation? Feelings of dread in Cocos and Christmas Islands as locals watch people-smuggler boats return. And, new US ambassador Caroline Kennedy starts work in Canberra.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 202216 min

Gun-toting teachers, and Dougie Walters, AM

An electrifying speech by young massacre survivor Cameron Kasky as Americans beg for gun control. And, cricket legends Doug Walters and Shane Warne lead a list of rebels and larrikins in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Plus, SA creates its very own Voice to Parliament to reassure wary voters. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 12, 202217 min

Dawson brothers’ phone intercept, and is Virgin boss really a bully?

The babysitter had a motive to get rid of Lyn, alleged killer’s brother claims.Plus, Virgin boss Jayne Hrdlicka is facing bullying claims - but is she bossy, or just a boss? And, a boatload of asylum-seekers flown back to Sri Lanka.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 202214 min

Citizenship door for terrorists, A Dawson’s day in court, and is inflation really here to stay?

Have Australia’s doors just reopened for dual citizen foreign fighters? A High Court ruling could return their citizenships to them.  The inflation nightmare continues - but is it really here to stay? And Marilyn Dawson, wife of Paul Dawson, takes the stand. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 8, 202214 min

The Gumnut Fairy gives evidence, and Albo’s republic

Anthony Albanese’s created a minister for the republic - but is anyone in the mood? Politics guru Paul Kelly with a reality check.  Plus, the Dawson trial resumes with gripping evidence, including from a fairy entertainer who befriended JC.  And, a whopping rate rise from the nervous Reserve Bank. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 7, 202214 min

Australia’s mafia bosses, Google’s big chill, and a win for Shandee

The feared Calabrian ‘Ndrangheta rule a network of up to 5000 Italian mafia operatives in Australia’s underworld, cops say. Plus, Google gets a massive slap and faces contempt charges. And, Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk caves in to pressure over lab bungles. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6, 202213 min

Chinese jet’s ‘aggression’, Rex ghost flights, and Hedley’s crusade

Chinese fighter plane aggressively challenges a RAAF aircraft. Plus, just 10 passengers on a 170-seat jet: why Rex is struggling. And, what shocked Hedley Thomas about abusive relationships as he launches a new doco. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 202216 min

Dawson’s hunt for Lyn, Australian war baby and ScoMo’s ghost

An Australian baby girl was born as the bombs fell on Ukraine. Now, a quest to bring little Valerie home. Dutton’s inner circle, as the Liberals anticipate Scott Morrison’s departure Plus, accused killer Chris Dawson tells cops of his search for missing wife Lyn. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 2, 202215 min

Devastating DNA failure, and new hope for Assange

 A huge development in murder of 23-year-old Shandee Blackburn, with police revealing systemic failures in DNA testing.  Will Anthony Albanese step up for Julian Assange?  And Rafa does it again. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 1, 202213 min

Sudden halt to Dawson trial, surviving Yuendumu, and Albo’s cabinet

The outback survival story of one courageous young woman.  Plus the Chris Dawson murder trial comes to a sudden halt.  And Anthony Albanese’s Cabinet steps up. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 31, 202212 min

Cannon-Brookes’ blitz, Dawson’s side of the story and Dutton’s soft side

A young Chris Dawson is conjured up in the Teacher’s Pet trial, saying he’d love to know where Lyn is.  New Liberal leader Peter Dutton shows his softer side and vows to fight for the suburbs and small business.  And energy giant AGL crumbles before the might of tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 30, 202211 min

Mystery witness in Teacher’s Trial, and will the Greens blow up the Voice?

Is Australia ready for Indigenous recognition - and could the Greens blow it all up?  And the Teacher’s Pet murder trial hears of a mystery witness, as week four kicks off. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 202214 min

Dawson’s other babysitter, and the ‘climate wars’ power hangover

The Supreme Court hears from Chris Dawson’s other babysitter - whom he wanted to move into the family home prior to meeting JC.  And households in Queensland, New South Wales and elsewhere face double-digit increases in their power bills from July - what can you do to get ahead of the surge?  **This episode contains allegations of family violence. If you’re struggling with family violence, contact lifeline on 13 11 14** To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 202212 min

Don’t stand so close to me, and the dance-party virus

There’s a vaccine for monkeypox. So why aren’t we all taking it? Don’t Stand So Close To Me, a song about illicit lust, became a schoolgirl taunt as suspicions grew about Chris Dawson. And, yet another school shooting - yet more ‘thoughts and prayers’.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 202214 min

Albo’s whiplash, and the naked babysitter

Anthony Albanese transforms into globetrotter PM at the Quad in Tokyo.  Evidence in the Teacher’s Pet trial that Lyn Dawson saw her babysitter swimming naked in the pool.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 202214 min

Lyn Dawson’s diamonds, and would Albo go to war with China?

Accused killer Chris Dawson used his missing wife’s diamonds in his lover’s new ring, a court hears. Talk of war over Taiwan has all eyes on Anthony Albanese’s China strategy. And there’s a clash looming between Indigenous leaders and the Greens. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 23, 202213 min

Albo’s big climate call, and Peter Dutton vs Peter Dutton

The giant crossbench wants climate action now - so will they get it?  PM Anthony Albanese off to Japan, as his team is sworn in and the pressure mounts to deliver their promises.  And Peter Dutton firms as new leader of a shattered Liberal party. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 22, 202213 min

PM Albo, Lib wipeout and a new power generation

Labor wins with huge swings to Greens and independents.  So how does Albo govern - and what now for the Liberal party?  Political editor Simon Benson’s key takeouts from a wild election result. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 22, 202210 min

Who should I vote for? Plus Chris Dawson’s ‘sex slave’ called a liar

Our spin-free policy guide to help you cast your vote.  Plus, Chris Dawson’s ‘sex slave’ accused of lying in the Teacher’s Pet trial.  And the ultimate election bluffer’s guide: the key seats to watch.   To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 202218 min

Chris Dawson’s ‘sex slave’, and the Katherine Deves effect

Former babysitter ‘JC’ tells the Teacher’s Pet trial she accompanied Chris Dawson to hire a hitman to kill wife Lyn, and felt like his ‘sex slave’.   Plus, can Katherine Deves pull off a miracle in Warringah? We ask voters - and our political expert - about the Liberal’s views on trans women. Our policy guide: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/federal-election-2022-coalition-and-labor-policies-explained/news-story/3c459c304359ca20cfb9a86eda3a8f57 To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 19, 202214 min

The Teacher’s Pet gives evidence, and paypacket pain

 It's the news no one wanted at the end of the campaign - inflation has outstripped wages growth. What does this mean for your pay packet? And the Teacher’s Pet takes the stand in the NSW Supreme Court. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 202213 min

BONUS: The Front Live

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Yesterday The Australian hosted an exclusive event for it's subscribers, a panel including investigations writer Sharri Markson, Editor at Large Paul Kelly, Political Editor Simon Benson and Chief Political Correspondent Geoff Chambers discussed the road to the election, Clive Palmer, the attacks on Scott Morrison's character and answered questions from subscribers. To become a subscriber, search for The Australian in your browser, or download The Australian's app in your app store.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 202221 min

The fight for WA, and Lyn Dawson’s sister’s day in court

Will the Mark McGowan factor be enough for Labor in Western Australia?  Lyn Dawson’s sister breaks down in court, as the Teacher’s trial gathers steam. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 202212 min

Chris Dawson’s defence, and which first-home policy is best?

Explosive allegations in the Christopher Dawson murder trial, as he denies killing wife Lyn and witnesses come under fire. Plus the first homebuyer schemes from Labor and the Coalition - we break down the policies and analyse the politics.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 16, 202216 min

Hedley Thomas on judges and journalism, plus the PM’s $50k first-home plan

Witness evidence begins today in the Teacher’s Pet trial. Hedley Thomas on how we got here. Plus, new developments in Shandee’s Story.  And Scott Morrison’s big new idea: A $50,000 early super bonus for first homebuyers. It’s the PM’s big launch-party showpiece, with just 5 sleeps to election day.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 15, 202213 min

Cryptocurrency’s new debut, the Westie wannabes, and The Teacher’s Trial

Could Crypto ETFs be better than opening up a digital wallet, and buying cryptocurrency itself?  And we meet the westie wannabes fighting for Parramatta’s vote - Labor’s Andrew Charlton is tipped to win over Liberal candidate Maria Kovacic.  Later - who is going to be called to the stand next week at Christopher Dawson’s trial?  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 202215 min

Teacher’s Pet defence, Debate 3 and Labor’s big poll news

Christopher Dawson may argue he is of good character with no criminal record, a court hears, as he pleads not guilty to murdering wife Lyn.  Labor would win an election held today with a clear majority, meaning it could govern in its own right, according to a new nationwide seat-by-seat poll, which shows just one seat for the Greens and the Coalition dropping 13 seats. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 202214 min

Bad news for the Teals, and is Britain breaking up?

The much-vaunted teal independents would win just two seats from the Liberals, a new poll suggests - but they’d be huge losses to the Coalition.  Northern Ireland has just elected Sinn Fein - but it’s already proving a hard road to government.  To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 202215 min

The Teacher’s Trial, and fashion gets real

Former teacher Christopher Dawson - the subject of The Teacher’s Pet podcast - has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his wife Lyn. The Crown alleges Dawson tried to hire a hit man six years before she vanished.   And Fashion Week is back with a wild new look: curvy bodies and real customers. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 9, 202215 min

Amber v Johnny a TikTok horror, and the Great Debate

A new generation’s celebrity supertrial - actor Johnny Depp vs ex-wife Amber Heard - gets very dark.  Plus, the ScoMo v Albo shouting match - what we learnt from Debate 2. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack and Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 8, 202216 min

Trump’s new ‘hillbilly’ bromance, and the world’s greatest martini

How The Donald became the Godfather of the Republican Party - and propelled his former critic towards the Senate. Plus, Australian expat chefs in Paris, LA, London, NYC and Tokyo reveal their local foodie secrets. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 5, 202214 min

America’s Roe v. Wade fury, and a battle for coal country

Furore in the United States after a draft Supreme Court ruling on women’s rights And the struggle between coal and climate in Labor heartland, where an ex-coalminer is joining the fray. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 202216 min

Coal-killing billionaire strikes again, and banks push up rates

Tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes wants to kill off coal - and he’s copying his buddy Elon Musk’s aggressive two-strike pursuit of Twitter to get it done.  Interest rates are going up for the first time in a decade - we’ll hear what’s next, and how to get the best deal. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 3, 202216 min

Guy Sebastian’s ‘stolen’ fortune, and MPs who refuse to slum it

Trial to commence over the alleged theft of singer Guy Sebastian’s millions by a powerful talent agent.  And the politicians who live up to 40km from the seats they claim to represent. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 2, 202214 min

Expat families escaping China, and Labor’s big ideas

The extraordinary measures Australian families are taking to escape locked-down Shanghai.  And Labor’s campaign launch: starring Russell Crowe, women’s pay, manufacturing and Gangajang. Plus, if you’re looking to get out of property investment, we take a look at the thousands of tiny public companies doing amazing stuff. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 1, 202213 min

A fight over Kokoda, and the politicians who just want to snuggle

Why some locals want to ban Australian pilgrims from the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. Plus - reckon you’re a politics genius? Test yourself in our new ‘footy tipping for nerds’ comp, SuperVoter. Joe Hildebrand kicks off with his take on the key independents. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Yoni Bashan, produced by Hareem Khan, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 202212 min