The Front

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The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms. 


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1230 episodes

The bisexual Christian causing political mayhem

An asylum-seeker from Iran has lied about his past, says the Government, as it scrambles to kick him out and reshape the migration system.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 27
The bouncer who became a BHP executive

For 15 years, the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation has been transforming the lives of young people like Liam Lawford and Shakyra Garlett-Pinkie. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 26
‘Ute tax’ hits the skids

Anthony Albanese backs down on controversial fuel efficiency standards for petrol vehicles - so now what for the electric vehicle future?  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. 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 is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11m
Mar 25
How Princess Kate’s misery was monetised

As the Princess of Wales begins preventive chemotherapy, social media bosses back away from the lies and conspiracies they promoted. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Joshua Burton and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12m
Mar 24
Yoni Bashan and Geoff Chambers on the Israel-Hamas conflict

Two of The Australian’s correspondents recently travelled to Israel. In this special episode, they share their insights from the front line. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Mar 21
Trump takes aim at K-Rudd

 Kevin Rudd’s past criticism of his adopted home has landed him in hot water with Donald Trump. Can he survive the next election? Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12m
Mar 20
Is Facebook harbouring extremists?

The eSafety Commissioner could slap internet giants with multi-million-dollar fines if they don’t get dangerous content under control. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 18
Why China loves Paul Keating

Ultra-powerful Chinese diplomat Wang Yi wants to blow up our US submarine deal - and he’s hoping ex-Labor PM Paul Keating can help. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 17
Why Jacqui Lambie is f**ing furious

Australia’s sweariest politician - Senate crossbencher Jacqui Lambie - says Indigenous people like her have been let down by Labor and their own elders.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 14
A Richest 250 milestone

Australia’s three richest women control empires worth almost $100 billion dollars – a milestone for The List, Australia’s Richest 250. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 13
Is Kate’s apology a masterstroke?

Palace bungling, secret sickness and the Princess at the centre of a global conspiracy frenzy. Today, how the future Queen handled a crisis.  Watch the full analysis of Princess Catherine’s photo-editing flub by The Australian’s Picture Editor Milan Scepanovic on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQHZxeo2UK0. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Mar 12
Can Joe Biden save Gaza’s civilians?

We explore the fate of more than 100 Israeli hostages still in Gaza, as the US President and Israeli PM trade barbs and America seeks to send aid by sea.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Mar 11
Who's winning an Oscar today?

Old-fashioned movies are striking back - and we've got your hot tips for today's Oscars extravaganza.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Matthew Condon and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 10
The search for Samantha Murphy

A 22-year-old man is in custody charged with murdering Victorian mum Samantha Murphy. Now the hunt for her body — and for answers about this baffling crime.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and Matthew Condon, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our team also includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack and Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 07
Joe Hockey on Trump v Biden

The former Australian Treasurer and Ambassador to the US weighs in on the 2024 US Presidential election, which was set on Super Tuesday. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 06
Sam Kerr’s big secret

Matildas superstar Sam Kerr is charged over a police encounter as racism dramas engulf our major sports.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Mar 05
Exiled journo’s Beijing return

Our correspondent Will Glasgow is back in China - for the stories and the noodles - as the Communist Party tries to rescue the economy.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Mar 04
Linda Reynolds faces off with Brittany Higgins

With five successful defamation lawsuits under her belt, former federal minister Linda Reynolds is going after Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team also includes Kristen Amiet, Jasper Leak, Joshua Burton and Lia Tsamoglou.  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Mar 03
Ric Blum’s ties to missing mum Marion Barter

Coroner Teresa O’Sullivan handed down her findings in an inquest into the 1997 disappearance of Queensland mother Marion Barter on Thursday. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Matthew Condon with assistance from Kristen Amiet. It’s edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Feb 29
Ex-cop Zach Rolfe goes rogue

Sweeping allegations of racism at the top of Northern Territory police, as an officer acquitted of murdering an Indigenous man lets rip.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Feb 28
What now for Beau Lamarre-Condon?

Hedley Thomas joins us to discuss the future of an alleged killer cop, as the families of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird finally get answers. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m
Feb 27
Where are Jesse Baird and Luke Davies?

 Police go back to square one in the search for Sydney couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies, as alleged murderer, cop Beau Lamarre-Condon, refuses to talk. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Feb 26
Who is alleged killer cop Beau Lamarre-Condon?

Our reporter Liam Mendes first met cop Beau Lamarre-Condon 10 years ago. Now Beau’s accused of murdering couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team also includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Jasper Leak and Joshua Burton.  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12m
Feb 25
The angels of queer Australia

From heartbreak and oppression to dignity and pride - a new home for the history and hopes of the LGBTQI community.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Matthew Condon and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team also includes Lia Tsamoglou, Kristen Amiet, Tiffany Dimmack, Jasper Leak and Claire Harvey. Our original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m
Feb 22
Woolies boss checks out

Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci unexpectedly resigned on Tuesday, making way for Amanda Bardwell after an ‘extensive international search’. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Feb 21
Is our Navy hopeless?

Eleven billion dollars, new warships, and some serious artillery form the Government’s plan for a massive upgrade to Australia’s Navy fleet. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m
Feb 20
The life and death of Alexei Navalny

He was the Russian dissident who dared to call Vladimir Putin a criminal. We step inside Alexei Navalny’s last days in an Arctic prison camp. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Feb 19
Asylum seekers fly under the radar in WA

Australia’s Border Force are scrambling to figure out how two groups of asylum seekers reached the mainland undetected in Western Australia. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.   See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Feb 18
A “laughable” Lehrmann conspiracy theory

The Australian’s Janet Albrechtsen on the lawsuit brought by a former prosecutor in which she’s accused of influencing a judge’s thinking.  Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team also includes Joshua Burton, Jasper Leak and Tiffany Dimmack. Our music is by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Feb 16
Inside the Swiftosphere

Matthew Condon finds out what happens when life is turned upside down by a previously undetected cabal of rabid Taylor Swift fans. Find out more about The Front podcast here https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-front/podcast/7e7d42e8c77b597cf8532d2e0c847e10. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website https://www.theaustralian.com.au/ or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Matthew Condon and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team is producer Kristen Amiet, multimedia editor Lia Tsamoglou, editor Lia Tsamoglou, editorial director Claire Harvey and editor Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.  See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Feb 15