Program: Politics Now

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The ABC's politics podcast, Politics Now, dives into the biggest political stories in Australia and around the world, giving you a balanced look inside the strategies and decisions behind the headlines. Whenever major news breaks, we'll be in your feed with coverage you can trust.

From Monday to Wednesday, Patricia Karvelas will chat to a rotating cast of the ABC's biggest political journalists about the latest news.

On Thursdays, 'The Party Room' with Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly will discuss the week's developments in depth with another journalist, and answer your questions.

On Saturdays, David Speers gets into the details of a major trend or issue with the help of an expert on 'Insiders On Background'.

From Monday to Wednesday, Patricia Karvelas will chat to a rotating cast of the ABC's biggest political journalists about the latest news.

Episodes

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Tim Wilson on what makes a good society

He’s often described as a Liberal moderate - but that’s a label this MP is uncomfortable with.

Published: TueTue 23 Dec 2025 at 12:00amwith Patricia Karvelas

Duration: 30 minutes

Why immigration is back on the agenda

Australia is often celebrated for its multiculturalism, and lauded as an immigration success story. But in politics, debates over immigration are complex, and long established through multiple political cycles.

Published: FriFri 19 Dec 2025 at 6:00pmwith Patricia Karvelas and Tom Crowley

Duration: 30 minutes

A 'not perfect' PM acts on Bondi

Prime Minster Anthony Albanese has acknowledged he could have done more to combat antisemitism, and is "fully supporting and adopting" antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal's plan.

Published: 18 Dec 2025Thu 18 Dec 2025 at 5:30am

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Duration: 56 minutes

The hard questions about Bondi begin

Three days after the horrific attack on Jewish people at Bondi Beach, political lines are being drawn.

Published: 17 Dec 2025Wed 17 Dec 2025 at 2:45amwith Patricia Karvelas and Isobel Roe

Duration: 20 minutes

John Howard's warning to Anthony Albanese

The fallout from the Bondi Beach terrorist attack is continuing to ricochet across Australia and around the globe.

Published: 16 Dec 2025Tue 16 Dec 2025 at 5:00amwith Patricia Karvelas and Laura Tingle

Duration: 25 minutes

Will the Bondi shooting lead to gun reform?

In the wake of the Bondi Beach mass shooting, the Prime Minister has vowed to "dedicate every single resource required" to the response.

Published: 15 Dec 2025Mon 15 Dec 2025 at 4:00amwith Jacob Greber and Clare Armstrong

Are politician perks a 'pisstake'?

The Albanese Government's agenda has been overshadowed by scrutiny on political entitlements and expenses. And while Communications and Sport Minister Anika Wells is in the firing line, she's far from the only politician to access the scheme.

Published: 11 Dec 2025Thu 11 Dec 2025 at 2:30amwith Fran Kelly and Sarah Ferguson

Duration: 39 minutes

Why the housing crisis is such a 'wicked problem'

Housing remains the key issue for governments of all stripes, and was the cornerstone of both major parties' election campaigns.

Published: 10 Dec 2025Wed 10 Dec 2025 at 1:30amwith Patricia Karvelas and Tom Crowley

Duration: 34 minutes

Will Anika Wells keep her job?

AUKUS is going "full steam ahead" — that's the message from the Trump administration. But is it all smooth sailing ahead for the security partnership?

Published: 9 Dec 2025Tue 9 Dec 2025 at 2:55amwith Patricia Karvelas and Rafael Epstein

Duration: 31 minutes

Barnaby makes One Nation flirtation official

After months of speculation, former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce has officially joined One Nation. So, will the New England MP be able to further bolster support for the minor party in the regions?

Published: 8 Dec 2025Mon 8 Dec 2025 at 4:15amwith Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber

Duration: 28 minutes 36 seconds

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