Saturday Magazine

Sarah Witty, MP for Victorian Division of Melbourne, joins Kenny and Paul in the studio as the last guest for the week. Sarah Jane Witty is an Australian politician who has served as the member of parliament for the Victorian division of Melbourne since 2025. She is a member of the Labor Party. In the election, Witty defeated Adam Bandt, the leader of the Australian Greens, who had held the seat of Melbourne since 2010. Prior to entering politics, Witty worked with several charitable organisations, including as CEO of The Nappy Collective and as a staff member at Homes for Homes. She also ran a ballet studio, owned a Subway franchise and worked as both a small business lender and insurer. Witty has also been a foster carer. The post Sat, 29th Nov, 2025: Sarah Witty, ALP MP, Division of Melbourne, Federal Politics Update. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Paul talk to Hugo Toovey, Founder of 25 STAY ALIVE! Hugo Toovey is an Army Major in his early 30's and already a two-time Cancer Survivor. He's a tireless Mental Health Advocate and founder of 25 STAY ALIVE. If you didn't know Hugo, you would assume that he was your typical everyday young Australian. And yes,  from the outside, he appears to be exactly that. However, the last 10 years of his life has been everything BUT normal. He is missing a testicle, part of his reproductive system, all of his abdominal lymph nodes, his large bowel, his rectum and part of his small bowel. Not only has Hugo survived both testicular cancer and bowel cancer, but he has also had ongoing battles with his mental health. Yet despite all of this, he is more determined than ever to use what he has gone through to save lives. The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Hugo Toovey, Founder of 25 STAY ALIVE appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Lucio has held senior executive roles at Optus, Nine, and Seven, founder of three tech businesses, a former lecturer at RMIT and Deakin. His consultancy work includes partnerships with Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Goldman Sachs, NVidia, Mondelez, and SpaceX. Lucio is also a  regular global speaker on innovation and emerging technology. He's worked across major media and tech companies, writes on AI for Forbes, and recently helped launch Australia's first AI Film Festival,  Disrupt, to showcase how Australians are already using this technology in creative ways. The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Lucio Ribeiro, Chief AI Officer at TBWA Australia; latest from fast moving world of AI, and the DISRUPT AI Film Festival (Aust. 1st GenAI film fest) appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Paul talk to Adrian D’Mello, Financial Advisor at BG Private Estate Planning; What We All We Need To Know…. Adrian D'Mello is an experienced professional who guides clients throughout the various stages of their financial lives. Younger professionals wanting to set themselves up for lifelong financial security. Pre-retirees who want to maximise the final years of their working lives to ensure they have sufficient funds to enjoy retirement. Retirees who want to enjoy the fruits of their labour while knowing their finances are in order. In addition, Adrian is an Aged Care specialist, helping families navigate the complex aged care landscape. This includes matters relating to the cost of care, Centrelink, managing assets like the family home, and ensuring adequate cash flow. The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Adrian D’Mello, Financial Advisor at BG Private Estate Planning; What We All We Need To Know…. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Bruce Wolpe’s latest US commentary focuses on a second Trump term, highlighting concerns about the US becoming more authoritarian, his use of executive power, and the potential impact on international relations and Australia. He has recently discussed issues such as the escalating rhetoric from Trump, his challenges to democratic institutions, and potential shifts in US foreign policy regarding issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “Everyone knew that once Congress passed legislation requiring the Justice Department to release all the Jeffrey Epstein files, US President Donald Trump would go on a tear to “flood the zone” with other distractions so he could command the agenda. And that's exactly what he did. Over the next four days, Trump met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the Oval Office to announce expedited visas for fans at next year's World Cup (though, pointedly, not for all)” https://www.ussc.edu.au/trump-s-attacks-are-worsening-why-is-he-becoming-even-more-vengeful The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Bruce Wolpe, Senior Fellow, US Study Centre, Latest from the US, the Release of the Epstein Files; Trump’s LGBTIQA+ Supporters appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Kenny talk to Richard Keane, CEO Living Positive about World AIDS Day, Monday 1st, December. Richard also discussed the Community Launch to remember those we've lost, stand with people living with HIV, and celebrate progress toward equality and inclusion under the theme NO ONE LEFT BEHIND. Some of the other topics discussed; what can we do to stand by and with people living with HIV? Richard also reflected on some of the examples of progress toward equality and inclusion that he is most proud of… The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Richard Keane, CEO Living Positive, World AIDS Day, Monday 1 December. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Aiv Puglielli joined Paul and Kenny in the studio, as they discussed Greens working with the Government in Canberra to get the EPBC (Environmental Protection & Biodiversity, Conservation) Act through parliament. Aiv also gave an update on National Parks. Kenny and Paul also discussed with Aiv, his  thoughts on the Inner Melbourne Designated Area news from VIC Police that comes into effect this weekend The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Aiv Puglielli, MP Greens, Nth Eastern Metro, Environmental Protection & Biodiversity, Conservation Act appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Kenny are in the hosting hot-seats this week, as they discuss the news, views and reviews of the week that was including  local, national and international politics and so much more. The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up with Paul and Kenny appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca were joined live in the studio by Basem Kerbage as they discussed the Queer Arab Festival that ran for 12 hours at the Pride Centre, 22nd November. Basem ‘Bas’ Kerbage (he/him) Basem is a human rights activist, queer rights activist, and founder of Queer Arabs Australia. Basem has a background in not-for-profit, and is a fundraising professional. A vocal advocate for people, and especially queer people of the Middle East North Africa, especially those in Palestine and Lebanon. Basem believes we do not get to pick and choose who has human rights, and that we are not free until we are all free. Queer Arabs Australia (QAA) is the leading national organisation dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals from Arab, Middle Eastern, and North African (MENA) backgrounds across Australia. Our mission is to create safe, inclusive, and culturally relevant spaces that address the unique challenges faced by queer Arabs and MENA individuals, including racism, Islamophobia, homophobia, and transphobia. They offer a range of services and community initiatives, including language support, social events, and advocacy, all designed to empower their members to thrive. https://www.queerarabsaustralia.org/ The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Basem Kerbage, Queer Arabs Australia (QAA), The Queer Arabs Australia Festival appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live in the studio by Scott Mitchell, Lamestream Media; What’s Really Going on in the Australian News Media, Where the Influence Lies? Lamestream is an independent news publication tackling the crisis in media. Their podcasts and newsletters cover how the media shapes news, culture, politics and current affairs, and how the industry’s transformation is reshaping the world we live in. Lamestream is hosted by award-winning journalists Osman Faruqi and Scott Mitchell. Between them, they have worked for almost every media organisation in the country. With Lamestream, they’re using their experience, insight and contacts to help listeners make sense of how media and political institutions really work. They'll share inside secrets, spill goss and break their own stories to unpack what's really going on. Osman Faruqi is an Australian Podcast Award and Kennedy Award-winning journalist and editor. He has worked as the Editor and Executive Producer of 7am and most recently was the Culture Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. He has also worked as a journalist and editor at the ABC. He previously hosted the award-winning podcasts The Culture and The Drop. Scott Mitchell is an Australian Podcast Award-winning journalist and editor. He most recently served as Editor and Executive Producer of the 7am podcast. Previously, he’s served as Digital Lead for the Audio Current Affairs division at ABC News, was a founding producer of the Rose d'Or-winning TV show You Can’t Ask That, and was one of the cast of ABC TV’s Hungry Beast. The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Scott Mitchell, Lamestream Media; What’s Really Going on in the Australian News Media, Where the Influence Lies? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Dr Machado is a National Health and Medical Research Council Emerging Leadership Fellow in the Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN) at Deakin University. She is a Nutritionist and holds a Masters and PhD in Public Health Nutrition. Her research focuses on understanding the role of ultra-processed foods in the food system and human health, evaluation of sustainable healthy diets, and nutrition policy. This includes substantial experience in the Nova food classification system and its identification of ultra-processed foods, dietary patterns research using complex datasets (e.g. national surveys, cohort studies), developing methodologies to incorporate food processing on health and sustainability assessments, and policy analysis. She was able to attract >$1.5M in fellowships and grants, including an Alfred Deakin Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021-23), succesful in a Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), and led (CIA) a 2023 Heart Foundation Vanguard Grant. She was awarded a 2024 NHMRC Investigator Grant Emerging Leadership Fellowship to address the burden of chronic diseases attributable to ultra-processed foods in Australia (2025-29). Dr Machado has supervised 4 Masters and 1 PhD student to completion, and currently supervises 4 PhD candidates, and 1 postdoctoral fellow. The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Dr Priscila Machado, Fellow, the Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN) at Deakin University; What’s driving the Problem of Ultra Processed Foods & How Do We Fix It? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Nevena are joined live on air by Francine Scully, River Nile School, Community Winner, Melbourne Awards, 2025 River Nile School is an Independent Senior Secondary School supporting young women aged 15–24 from refugee and refugee-like backgrounds, supporting them to learn, grow and belong through inclusive education, wellbeing and real-world opportunities. River Nile School is a vibrant, multicultural community and welcome zone, full of hope and transformation. They celebrate diversity, amplify young refugee voices and help every young person to their strengths, purpose and place in the world. https://www.rivernileschool.vic.edu.au/ The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Francine Scully, River Nile School, Community Winner, Melbourne Awards, 2025 appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

and Nevena talk to Leo Puglisi about the Upcoming Under 16s Social Media ban Puglisi began his media career in 2019, founding what was then initially known as HMV Local News but rebranded in 2020 as 6 News. Puglisi first came to attention in 2020 when he covered the secretive demolition of a bell tower at Hawthorn West Primary School in Hawthorn, Victoria He has been the subject of a number of conspiracy theories, including that he was a “front” for the Morrison Government and that he was being funded by Rupert Murdoch. In 2025, Puglisi was nominated Victoria Young Australian of the Year. The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Leo Puglisi, Founder, 6 News Australia; Liberal Leadership Changes and the Rise of One Nation in the Polls. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca talk to Vicki Ward, MP Eltham, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Natural Disaster Recovery, Minister for Equality; Affirming Your Identity Is Now Free In Victoria. Vicki Ward, as the Victorian Minister for Equality, was involved in the passing of an updated anti-vilification law in 2025. Key aspects of the update include making it easier for police to charge those who make hateful speech, lowering the threshold for criminal charges, and providing greater protection for the LGBTQIA+ community and people with a disability. The legislation removed a contentious defence for genuine political purposes after community concerns that it could be misused.  The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Vicki Ward, MP Eltham, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Natural Disaster Recovery, Minister for Equality; Affirming Your Identity Is Now Free In Victoria appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live in the studio by Nina Taylor, state MP for Albert Park, as they discuss the new Gender Affirming Legislation in Victoria. Victoria has become the first state in Australia to make it free for trans and gender diverse people to update their gender on their birth certificate following regulation changes made by the Allan Labor Government. Minister for Government Services Natalie Hutchins today announced updates to the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act (Fees) Regulations 2019 – making it free to update a record of sex on a birth certificate. Previously, trans Victorians paid $140.40 to be issued a new birth certificate while people born outside Victoria paid $122 for a recognised details certificate. These fees have now been abolished. In line with existing fee waiver policy, applications to change a name at the same time as a record of sex change will also be free, and certificate postage within Australia will be waived. Birth certificates are an important identity document used when enrolling for study, opening bank accounts, applying for a drivers licence or passport, or accessing government services – yet only one third of trans and gender Victorians currently hold identity documents that reflect who they are. By making it free, the Government is making sure cost is never a barrier to a person having an identity document that reflects who they are. Following changes to the law in 2020, Victorians do not need to undergo surgery to change the sex recorded on their birth certificate. The announcement follows Trans Awareness Week and Trans Day of Remembrance, acknowledging the achievements and challenges facing trans and gender diverse Australians. For more information about how to change a record of sex, visit bdm.vic.gov.au/change-record-sex. The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Nina Taylor, ALP, MP for Albert Park, Affirming Your Identity Is Now Free In Victoria appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are in the hosting seats this week as they discuss, the news, views and reviews of the week that was,  they also discuss this week’s show. The post Sat, 22nd, Nov, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up with Nevena and Macca appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Paul are joined live in the studio by Glenn Charlie Dunks, an award-winning film critic from Melbourne, Australia. He is the founder and writer behind the reDocumented website, launched in... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Glen Charlie Dunks, Film Critic; Melbourne Queer Film Festival 2025 appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca are joined in the studio by Prof. Paula Gerber, Monash Law, Her New Book: ‘Sex, Gender & Identity: Trans Rights in Australia Paula, a Professor in the... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Prof. Paula Gerber, Monash Law, Her New Book: ‘Sex, Gender & Identity: Trans Rights in Australia'. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca talk to Peter Khalil, – MP for Wills & Asst Min. for Defence; State and Federal Politics Update; Australia-Indonesia Security Treaty, they also discussed “Adult time for... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Peter Khalil, – MP for Wills & Asst Min. for Defence; State and Federal Politics Update; Australia-Indonesia Security Treaty appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca talk to Sean Hall, founder of Energx; Expert on Mental Health in the Workplace; Dealing with Uncertainty. Sean Hall is the founder of Energx and a mental... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Sean Hall, founder of Energx; Expert on Mental Health in the Workplace; Dealing with Uncertainty. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca talk to Kent Burgess, the current interim CEO of Thorne Harbour Health. Kent,  an experienced and values driven community leader, with a broad ranging background in the health... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Kent Burgess, Interim CEO Thorne Harbour Health, Updates on Health Lifestyle. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Misha Ketchell joins Macca and Paul in the studio as they discuss International News, Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. The death of controversial and lionized Talkback King... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 15th Nov, 2025: Misha Ketchell, Editor-in-Chief, The Conversation, Media and Politics Update appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny are joined live in the studio by  Kathleen Maltzahn- the CEO of Sexual Assault Services Victoria (SASVic), the Victorian peak body for sexual assault and harmful sexual... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Kathleen Maltzahn, CEO Sexual Assault Services Victoria, New initiative Putting Survivors, Centre of Policy. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Rob Roelofs talks to Kenny and Macca about the latest Election from the Netherlands.  Rob was born in The Netherlands was active in council politics in The Netherlands and a... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Rob Roelofs on Rob Jetten, The Netherlands First Openly Gay Prime Minister appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Varun completed his medical degree from the University of Melbourne in 2014 and worked as a junior doctor at Monash Health in internal medicine before transitioning to General Practice. Since... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Dr Varun Kommidi, GP – Prahran Market Clinic; Richard Keane, CEO, Living Positive, PREP, World AIDS Day. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny are joined live in the studio by  Kathleen Maltzahn,  an Australian author, academic and anti-sex work activist. She is a former councillor for the City of Yarra and was the Victorian... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Kathleen Maltzahn, CEO Sexual Assult Services Victoria, New initiative Putting Survivors, Centre of Policy. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Macca talk to Katrina Sedgwick, CEO Melbourne Arts Precinct;  Seagull Patrol! Katrina Sedgwick OAM is the inaugural Director & CEO of Melbourne Arts Precinct Corporation (MAP Co). Spearheading the... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Katrina Sedgwick, CEO Melbourne Arts Precinct, Seagull Patrol! appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Macca are joined live on air by James Newbury, MP Brighton & Shadow / Att Gen / Min Equality / Anti Corruption; as they discuss Vicarious Liability Legislation,... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: James Newbury, MP Brighton & Shadow / Att Gen / Min Equality / Anti Corruption appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny are joined live in the studio by friend of the show, and Federal MP for Mcnamara, Josh Burns. Josh spoke about the passing of Baby Priya's Bill... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Josh Burns, MP McNamara, Baby Priya's Bill Passes Senate, Federal Parliament Update appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny are in the hosting seats this week as they discuss the news, views, review of the week that was, what's coming up on this week's show and... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 8th Nov, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up With Macca and Kenny appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny is joined by Sunday Arts presenter David Hunt for a lively chat with Ben Elton. He's written the most eagerly awaited show business autobiography of the year, and now... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Ben Elton, What Have I Done? Interview appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca, Fiona, David and Paul are joined live in the studio by  Hannah Keogh, Senior Producer, Spiegel  Haus. Entertainment Venue Spiegel Haus Melbourne – a spectacular new two-level entertainment precinct... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Hannah Keogh ,New Spiegel Haus, Entertainment Venue. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Joy's own Sunday Arts Magazine Host, David Hunt joins Macca, Fiona and Paul live in the studio, as they discuss Sunday Arts Magazine Art Exhibition opening Thursday 6 November till end of November. 12 artists,... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: David Hunt – Sunday Arts Magazine Host, Sunday Arts Exhibition appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca talk to Paul Gover, Motoring Expert and Journalist, Latest on EV's from the EV show in Sydney. Paul Gover is one of the most experienced and respected... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Paul Gover, Motoring Expert and Journalist, Latest on EV's from the EV show in Sydney appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Adrian D'Mello, Financial Advisor at BG Private, Aged Care Specialist, has been a Financial Advisor for more than 15 years. He... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Adrian D'Mello – Financial Advisor at BG Private, Aged Care Specialist. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona, Macca and Paul are joined live in the studio by Rachel Westaway, State Liberal MP for Prahran. Before representing Prahran in State Parliament, Rachel Westaway, had a distinguished career... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Rachel Westaway, State, Liberal MP for Prahran appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Dying with Dignity Advocate Dr Nic Carr. Nick trained at Cambridge University and in London before moving to Melbourne in... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Voluntary Assisted Dying, Dr Nic Carr – St Kilda Medical Group appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca, Fiona and Paul talk to Kyriakos Gold: Mardi Gras Director Candidate Kyriakos Gold has a long-standing commitment with Sydney Gay Lesbian Mardi Gras. With a diverse background as an... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Kyriakos Gold: Mardi Gras Director Candidate appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca's back! And is joined this week in the hosting seat by the brave, the bold, Fiona Patten, former MP as they discuss the news and view of the week,... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 1st, Nov, 2025: Weekly Wrap Up with Macca and Fiona Patten appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Kenny are joined live on air by Maria Bololia – Event Manager, Whittlesea as they discuss the 3rd annual  LGBTIQA+ Multicultural Fair Day LGBTIQA+ MULTICULTURAL FAIR DAY SAT... LEARN MORE The post Sat,25th Oct, 2025: Maria Bololia, Event Manager, Whittlesea LGBTIQA+ Multicultural Fair Day appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Kenny talk to Dr Amir Razmjou – Assoc Prof & Head of Mineral Recovery Research Centre, Edith Cowan University Associate Professor Amir Razmjou is a distinguished academic and... LEARN MORE The post Sat,25th Oct, 2025: Dr Amir Razmjou, Edith Cowan Uni. Australia's Place in the Global Critical Minerals Race. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Dr Charles Livingstone – Assoc Prof, School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Monash Charles is an Associate Professor in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash... LEARN MORE The post Sat,25th Oct, 2025: Dr Charles Livingstone, Assoc Prof, School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Monash: Gambling and its Harmful Affects on Australia appeared first on Saturday Magazine.