The Rita Panahi Show

Penny Wong says a renewed Indigenous Voice to Parliament is inevitable, Clare O’Neil moves to cut Chinese polling booth recruits. Plus, Australia’s relationship with the US takes centre stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese slammed for denial as S&P credit rating faces risk, Border Patrol says illegal US-Mexico crossings drop 94 per cent from last year. Plus, massive blackout triggers state of emergency in Spain and Portugal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Polls show most Australians reject Welcome to Country, Victorian sex offenders win bids to suspend reporting rules despite police opposition. Plus, new figures show Queensland's adult time laws are working.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anti-Israel Greens candidate once blockaded Albanese’s office now gains his preference, Trump’s unpopular tariffs defended on economic grounds. Plus, new twist deepens Prince Harry and King Charles’ rift.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor step up their scare campaign against Peter Dutton, Premier Jacinta Allan defends a major koala cull in Victoria. Plus, Gary Hardgrave discusses the day's top headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's migrant surge to persist as graduates bring in families, Alex Stein's campaign to end the deportation of hot Latinas. Plus, the Head of Advocacy at Women's Forum Australia, Stephanie Bastiaan joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newspoll data unpacked, protest outside Albanese’s $4.5M mansion, Italian Prime Minster meets with Trump. Plus, Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus’ new romance unveiled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM caught out in a lie when challenged by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton in last night's debate. Plus, Victorian Liberal MP Richard Riordan discusses the war against investors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Smart Energy Council tied to banned solar companies over slave labour claims, Western Sydney businesses face highest closure risk. Plus, Trump mulls 15 new trade tariffs with Australia potentially in the mix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor calls on Greens to cancel Anzac Day rave, Liberals plot to end Moira Deeming's political career. Plus, University of Queensland vows to take action over Indigenous law lacture walkout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dutton promises to make mortgage repayments tax-deductible, Greens propose letting tenants request solar panel installation. Plus, Coalition’s nuclear policy struggles to gain traction with voters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s teaching standards questioned as universities enrol low-ATAR students, Palaszczuk government’s gender clinic under fire. Plus, US markets soar after Trump slashes tariffs for most countries excluding China.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dutton’s father suffers heart attack before leaders’ debate, Greens outline key demands for potential minority deal. Plus, police brace for Indigenous protests targeting Jacinta Nampijinpa Price.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberals drop Whitlam candidate over comments on women in military. Albanese heckled by climate protester at health event. Plus, US Supreme Court clears way for Trump to use Alien Enemies Act for deportations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Dutton backflips on work from home stance, South Australia to roll out AI traffic cameras. Plus, Australian dollar sinks below 60 US cents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese under scrutiny over posts with Abbie Chatfield, a small Queensland charity challenges Plibersek on wind farm approval. Plus, the Trump administration cuts Maine’s funding over trans athletes in girls’ sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More instability for the Allan government and Victoria Police after months of controversy, data reveals the Coalition’s homebuyer plan offers little affordability relief. Plus, Labor pushes for a wage increase above inflation for 2.9 million workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A toddler is expelled from nursery over alleged transphobia. Marine Le Pen is banned from office for five years after an embezzlement conviction. Plus, police arrest parents over complaints made in a school WhatsApp group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro-Palestine activists plan to disrupt the election campaign with the Greens' support, taxpayer funded scholarships in PNG focus on gender climate and disability. Plus, Park Hyatt Melbourne drops George Pell memorial event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Hanson-Young shocks the Senate by holding up a decomposing fish during a debate, the Coalition promises to slash fuel excise for a year saving drivers $750. Plus, major concerns grow over university protests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A $17b tax cut fuels a political showdown, an entire town blacklists Dan Andrews as the list grows with the ex-premier hitting back. Plus, Jacqui Lambie erupts over public service cuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech leader Adrian Di Marco says Australia's corporate boards are too woke, a new poll reveals a surprising detail about Kamala Harris and the 2028 race. Plus, Trump's security team leaked Yemen strike plans to a journalist in a shocking breach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newspoll shows women shifting support from Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton to the Greens, a new $5 note will feature an Indigenous design instead of King Charles III. Plus, Labor vows to cut $150 from energy bills in a fresh election promise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor’s social media ads spark criticism for being cringeworthy. Victorian landlords face higher taxes under new changes. Plus, redacted documents from Prince Harry’s immigration case are released.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delays push back the Brisbane 2032 Olympics sport selection deadline. There are new calls for clean energy upgrades to public pools. Plus, new data shows border crossings drop to their lowest levels in decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Dutton vows to introduce RICO-style racketeering laws as part of his CFMEU crackdown, Donald Trump promises to release the full JFK files. Plus, the Trump administration weighs a new travel ban but hasn't made a final call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 A new poll reveals the Greens risk major defeat at the next federal election, former defence minister claims China is manipulating critical mineral prices for political gain. Plus, Michelle Obama launches a new podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 An energy hike is set to hit Australian families, NBN's $750 million upgrade draws just 100 new customers. Plus, a US influencer sparks outrage after taking a baby wombat from its mother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Beazley urges the Albanese government to lift defence spending, Donald Trump rules out tariff exemptions for Australian steel and aluminium. Plus, Victoria's Covid response is slammed by the Human Rights Commission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 A new poll paints a bleak picture for Teal MPs revealing a shock result, Qantas chair John Mullen says companies should avoid social causes like the Indigenous Voice. Plus, the Allan government faces growing pressure to overhaul bail laws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters say the Coalition isn’t ready to govern, WA Labor cruises to victory in the state election despite losing seats, Blake Lively protested at film premiere. Plus, Donald Trump adviser reveals a tariff exemption is unlikely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coalition’s work from home pledge, Dutton property hit piece backfires, calls for Iran interference investigation. Plus, President Trump’s Congressional address. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major concerns over Australia's crime crisis intensifies, WA Premier Roger Cook slammed over comments against US Vice President JD Vance. Plus, Filmmaker Ami Horowitz joins the show to dissect the highlights from Trump's congressional address. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan's CFMEU stance questioned, bid to make Mount Panorama a sacred site, NSW schools to get funding boost. Plus, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer promises troops and funding for Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK PM Keir Starmer promises troops and funding for Ukraine, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky's White House fallout. Plus, Rubio explains his frustration with Ukraine's president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major concerns over Victoria injecting room, Labor faces calls to review Arts grants, CNN’s Jake Tapper tries to cover his lies. Plus, Ukraine agrees to US mineral deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Election mud-slinging in full swing, Chinese warships headed back towards Australia, Ukraine agrees to US minerals deal. Plus, Australian homeschooling more than doubles due to schools being rife with bullying.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns over Australia's anti-gas push looms, NT chief minister's acknowledgement stance on traditional owners at Darwin Bombing ceremony. Plus, Fatima Payman's bizarre praise of Iran's regime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esteemed geologist and author, Professor Ian Plimer shares his thoughts on Chris Bowen's cringeworthy video, Donald Trump's admin's latest energy move. Plus, why Greg Gutfeld is out-rating each and every star on late night TV?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian government working on plans to slash thousands of jobs from state’s public service, AISO Chief reveals dire security risk. Plus, Clive Palmer announces new political party, Trumpet of Patriots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian business leaders fight back against industry super funds. Plus, Meghan Markle's latest rebrand efforts, and the media's 'desperate' efforts to wedge Donald Trump and Elon Musk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An election date is imminent as the Reserve Bank drops interest rates by 25 points. Plus, parents opting for private or Catholic school education over public schools, and a WA man is fined and convicted for repairing a bridge on his own land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government accused of woke lunacy in its sports funding program, New Zealanders rally against the transgender movement, and JD Vance's ground-breaking speech in Munich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worldwide horror over the antisemitic nurses video, the Democrats are in disarray over the gutting of USAid, and a journalist controversially claims Hamas has been 'kind' to the Israeli hostages in Gaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Queensland school teacher who identifies as a cat has been sacked. Plus, the huge spending on Welcome to Country events, and young men gravitate towards Peter Dutton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor delivered a serious wake up call in Victoria, more cringeworthy content from Clare O'Neil, and Donald Trump considers tariff exemptions for Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The loss of support within the Victorian Labor Party on full display. Plus, Donald Trump given a resounding ovation at the Super Bowl, and Dana White takes aim at Australia's 'weak' media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump saves women's sports from transgender hysteria. Plus, the US President ready to drain the swamp in Gaza, and Meghan Markle accused of virtue-signalling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese rents out his $4.3 million property, Teal MP roasted online for her anti-Trump post, and child gender dysphoria cases in the UK continue to surge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian premier forced to concede the state's bail laws are in disarray. Plus, the Queensland town in an uproar over a garbage-laden tent city popped up at a local reserve, and Melania Trump attacked by the ideologues at Vogue magazine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.