Nightlife

Follow Nightlife
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

Nightlife with Phil Clark and Sarah MacDonald has everything you need to get you through the night, seven nights a week.

ABC Radio


    • Sep 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 4,945 EPISODES


    More podcasts from ABC Radio

    Search for episodes from Nightlife with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from Nightlife

    Sports Analysis with Warwick Hadfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 20:11


    Sports Broadcaster and Author Warwick Hadfield joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest news and issues in sports with his weekly wrap on events. 

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Katina Curtis - The West Australian

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 19:24


    Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Amy Remeikis from the Australia Institute and an independent political commentator.

    Nightlife Screen Stuff with Wen Lei Ma

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 10:47


    Critic of screens large and small, Wen Lei Ma joins Philip Clark on Nightlife to review the latest to watch.  

    Nightlife History - Female Investors

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 12:29


    Who were the first women to make a splash in the Australian business scene by investing? 

    The Mighty Challenge Tuesday September 16th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 51:54


    Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!   

    Papua New Guinea Independence 50th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 47:49


    Today marks the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea's independence. One of the most culturally diverse lands on earth, with tribes speaking 840 different languages, came together as a nation, avoiding chaos and violence against all odds.  

    The Mighty Challenge Monday September 15th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 51:56


    Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!   

    Nightlife Travel - Albany 200th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 12:13


    In 2026, Albany will mark 200 years since Europeans first arrived on Menang Noongar Country.  Celebrations are being organised to mark the time as a moment of reflection, recognition, and renewal. 

    Nightlife Science with Charley Lineweaver

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 16:59


    Associate Professor Charley Lineweaver, Astrophysicist at the ANU's Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest in science and space.   

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Emily Barrett - The Saturday Paper

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 18:57


    Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Emily Barrett, Managing Editor from The Saturday Paper.

    Blood Pressure - What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 48:32


    Nightlife explores the best ways to manage blood pressure to maintain a healthy range. The drugs, treatments and health regimens that work best. 

    What does civics mean?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 23:06


    With civic education at an all time low in Australia, Professor Brenton Prosser takes us back to school on the civics of our nation.

    This Mortal Coil: The Legend of Athena

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 21:59


    On This Mortal Coil, we uncover the story and memory of Athena - Goddess of war, wisdom, and crafts.

    The Nightlife History (of the Internet) Quiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 55:04


    Test your knowledge of all things historical with the 100% original, custom-built Nightlife History Quiz! How will you fare?

    Marco Polo - Finding His Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 27:11


    Marco Polo was a great traveller of his time, and one of history's most recognisable names. Tonight, on This Week in History, we delve into the adventures of his life. 

    The Mighty Challenge - Friday September 12th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 55:43


    Test your knowledge of obscure and specific things with the 100% original, custom-built Mighty Challenge! How will you fare?  

    Powerful Stories of Addiction on Screen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 51:15


    Have you seen Moonlight? What about Beautiful Boy? Requiem for a Dream? CJ Johnston, Nightlife's resident film guru, joins Andrea Ho to break down the portrayals of drugs in film.

    Romancing the Stones: The Treasures of the West

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 32:48


    Andrea Ho is joined by Susan Stocklmayer, mineralogist and gemmologist, who takes us through some of the treasures of Australia's West.

    The Nightlife Pop Quiz - Saturday 14th September 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 51:49


    Test your knowledge of all things pop culture with the 100% original, custom-built Nightlife Pop Quiz!

    The Science of Changing Minds

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 20:10


    David Robson has cracked the code of persuading others in a disagreement.

    Fans & the Final Frontier - William Shatner's New Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 22:08


    Star Trek icon, William Shatner, is once again joining forces with Aussie Joshua Brandon for his new book: William Shatner and You.

    Literary Lunch: Chris Hammer chats with Fran Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 34:46


    Chris Hammer is a political and investigative journalist, turned crime fiction writer, giving him a unique insight into the criminal stories he writes.

    The Mighty Challenge Thursday September 11th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 62:40


    Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!   

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Barrie Cassidy - Former Host of Insiders

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 18:32


    Barrie Cassidy, the former host of Insiders, veteran of 40+ years as a political correspondent, joins Philip Clark on Nightlife. There are few better observers of federal politics and he discusses his observations on Nightlife News Breakdown.   

    Motortorque with Toby Hagon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 47:54


    If you're trying to decide which car to buy or want to learn more about the latest EVs on the market, Motortorque can help.      

    Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 13:11


    Have you used laundry detergent labelled as 'Eco-Friendly' or 'Earth Friendly'? It can be challenging to determine how effectively they clean your clothes and how considerate they are to the environment. 

    Foreign Correspondent - Steven Erlanger - New York Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 17:49


    Barely nine months after becoming French prime minister, François Bayrou has been ousted from power after a confidence vote sank his government.  

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Clare Armstrong - NewsCorp

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 20:27


    Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Clare Armstrong, national political editor for NewsCorp.  

    Nightlife Health - Breathwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 7:57


    Practising breath work while listening to music can induce profound altered states of consciousness similar to those caused by psychedelics. 

    World Debt - Satyajit Das

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 48:17


    Philip Clark was joined by Satyajit Das, an internationally respected financier with over 48 years' experience, author of a range of books on the intersection of money and society, to discuss world debt and ongoing trust in US economic management and institutions. 

    The Mighty Challenge Wednesday September 10th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 58:06


    Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!   

    Tech Talk with Peter Marks

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 15:53


    Peter Marks is a software developer and technology commentator from Access Informatics, joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest tech news. 

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Michael Pascoe - The Saturday Paper

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 16:32


    Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Michael Pascoe, Independent commentator filing for The Saturday Paper and Michael West Media & author of The Summertime of Our Dreams.

    Nightlife Finance - Sensible Money Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 48:38


    ABC Finance Reporter Emily Stewart, aka our very own "Sensible Emily", joins Nightlife to discuss her new book, Sensible Money. 

    The Mighty Challenge Tuesday September 9th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 54:50


    Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge! 

    Nightlife History - This Week in September

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 17:36


    Michael Adams, creator and host of the "Forgotten Australia" podcast, joined Philip Clark on Nightlife with stories from the history of this week in September. 

    Nightlife Science with Jacinta Bowler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 11:57


    ABC Science Reporter Jacinta Bowler joined Philip Clark on Nightlife with a look at what's making news in the world of Science. 

    Tips for a Long and Healthy Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 48:59


    It's no secret that women and men are built differently. Women's unique make-up of hormones heavily influences their health and many illnesses.  

    Nightlife Travel - Queenstown Over-Tourism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 12:06


    As any visitor to the Queenstown Lakes District in New Zealand would attest, the area is absolutely stunning. But is our love for the South Island becoming a bit suffocating? 

    The Mighty Challenge Monday September 8th 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 56:42


    Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!   

    Nightlife News Breakdown - Krishani Dhanji - Guardian Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 19:59


    Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Krishani Dhanji Krishani Dhanji a political reporter and live blogger for Guardian Australia, based in Canberra. 

    New ways to test the authenticity of Australian honey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 26:40


    Using honey as a health product is increasingly popular, and now a new test can ensure you're getting the honey the label promises.

    Claim Nightlife

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel