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Rita’s reality check on this crazy world, with her unique take on the big issues facing us all.  

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    The Rita Panahi Show | 18 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 48:44 Transcription Available


    The ABC called out for institutional bias after the Islamic state inspired Bondi massacre, President Trump expands the travel ban to 39 countries. Plus, Melania Trump releases the trailer for her upcoming documentary and it looks spectacular.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 17 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 49:12 Transcription Available


    Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivers an extraordinary speech calling out the Prime Minister's weak leadership. Plus, Australia's weak leadership is drawing attention in the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 16 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 49:28 Transcription Available


    ASIO under fire for failing to anticipate the Islamist attack in Bondi. Plus, Qanta Ahmed will give us her thoughts on the government's move to tighten gun laws in the wake of this tragedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 15 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 48:30 Transcription Available


    Tonight Sydneysiders are laying flowers to commemorate the 15 lives lost and many more who are injured. Plus, the rise and normalisation of antisemitism in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 11 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 48:30 Transcription Available


    A group of masked youths filmed terrorising multiple businesses in Melbourne, two Afghan nationals sentenced in the UK for the rape of a 15-year-old girl. Plus, Erika Kirk condemning conspiracy theories about her husband's murder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 10 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 49:35 Transcription Available


    The BBC forced to admit it misled viewers again in its reporting on Donald Trump. Plus, calls for an independent investigation into the ABC after it used taxpayer funds to achieve platinum status with a trans lobby group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 9 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 49:38 Transcription Available


    Secret ministerial briefings reveal the truth about Victoria's Treaty and reparations for Indigenous Victorians. Plus, a County Court jury has found a man from a high-profile Victorian family guilty of raping a woman in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 8 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 49:28 Transcription Available


    Communications Minister Anika Wells faces calls for an independent investigation into her tax payer-funded spending spree. Plus, AGL Energy abandons its offshore wind project in Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 4 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 49:13 Transcription Available


    Anika Wells under pressure after she spent over $100,000 on a three-day trip to New York City, Donald Trump initiates a permanent pause on third world migration. Plus, never before seen videos and images from Jeffrey Epstein's private island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 3 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 50:28 Transcription Available


    A new poll shows strong support for the Victorian government's tough youth crime laws, Douglas Murray reacts to Donald Trump's crackdown on migration from third world countries. Plus, the latest on the man formerly known as prince Andrew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 2 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 48:57 Transcription Available


    Penny Wong faces the heat over her part in the Brittany Higgins cover-up saga, NDIS funding hotspots revealed. Plus, the latest from the US including the inept governor of Minnesota Tim Walz scrambling to avoid accountability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 1 December

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 50:04 Transcription Available


    Pauline Hanson fires up an anti-mass migration rally in Melbourne, business owners reel under Labor’s net zero squeeze. Plus, a new US poll shows support for same-sex marriage has taken a sharp dive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 27 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 48:27 Transcription Available


    Labor strikes a deal with the Greens to pass its radical environmental reforms, an Afghan refugee accused of shooting national guardsmen in Washington. Plus, popstar Katy Perry demands $5 million from a disabled veteran over a property dispute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 26 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 49:24 Transcription Available


    The Albanese government, under renewed pressure for its mishandling of the Brittany Higgins saga, claims that Meghan Markle helps herself to dresses. Plus, the latest from the US, including Democrat lawmakers being investigated by the FBI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 25 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 49:40 Transcription Available


    More on the fallout from Pauline Hanson's burqa stunt in the Senate, Greta Thunberg banned from Venice after she dyed its famous canal green. Plus, the latest from the US including anti-ICE activists attacking businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 24 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 50:29 Transcription Available


    The latest Newspoll spells more bad news for the Coalition, Sussan Ley targets Chris Bowen calling him a "weak link" in the Albanese government. Plus, the latest from the US, including Trump's 28-point peace deal for Russia and Ukraine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 20 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 49:41 Transcription Available


    A grandmother forced to make her own way to hospital after suffering serious injuries, the NZ government bans all new prescriptions of puberty blockers. Plus, the latest from the US, including the Epstein files and Ronaldo's White House visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 19 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 49:53 Transcription Available


    Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and Hollie Hughes in a war of words, Australia's eSafety Commissioner called to appear before the US Congress. Plus, a renewed push to hold the prime minister accountable for his role in the Higgins cover-up saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 18 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 50:16 Transcription Available


    The Victoria Liberal Party celebrates a good poll by booting their leader for a first-term newcomer, NSW Liberals cling to net zero while the feds ditch it. Plus, fresh revelations about Trump’s would-be assassin, Thomas Crooks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 17 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 49:21 Transcription Available


    The Liberals abandon net zero and now there are reports the moderates in the party are abandoning Sussan Ley. Plus, the latest from the US including revelations Jeffrey Epstein plotted with the Democrats to get Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 13 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 49:54 Transcription Available


    A new report shows that private investment in the sector is stalling, business leaders put pressure on Labor. Plus, all the latest from the US, including the real story behind the latest Jeffrey Epstein revelations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 12 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 49:11 Transcription Available


    The Victorian government finally gets tough on crime, a deep dive into the BBC's sad decline as a trusted broadcaster. Plus, Jack Houghton unpacks the latest controversy embroiling our taxpayer-funded broadcaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 11 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 50:22 Transcription Available


    ABC bias exposed again after the BBC's editing scandal led to two high profile resignations, men set to be banned from competing in women's sports at the Olympics. Plus, all the latest from the US, including all the post-shutdown tantrums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 10 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 49:48 Transcription Available


    A former Family Court chief justice backtracks on her own puberty blockers ruling, a Liberal senator warns he’ll walk if Ley dumps net zero. Plus, chaos and disgraceful scenes unfold in Washington DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 6 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 50:08 Transcription Available


    The Liberal woes continue with a mass exodus of members in South Australia, Donald Trump issues a warning to Nigeria over the persecution of Christians. Plus, why the man formerly known as Prince Andrew may flee the jurisdiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 5 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 50:34 Transcription Available


    Business Council of Australia hits out at the Albanese government as red tape and activist lawfare stifle investment and jobs growth. Plus, former police officer turned author and radio commentator Brandon Tatum joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 4 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 49:15 Transcription Available


    Pepper spray flies as masked pro-Palestine protesters clash with police in Sydney, Prince Andrew stripped of his final military title over Epstein ties. Plus, the BBC caught doctoring footage of Trump’s Jan 6 speech to make him look guilty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 3 November

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 50:11 Transcription Available


    Sussan Ley in crisis mode after the latest Newspoll results, the Victorian government fast-tracks approval for one of Australia's largest solar farms. Plus, Donald Trump threatens Nigeria with military action as Christians continue to be slaughtered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 30 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 50:24 Transcription Available


    Kamala Harris stumbles her way through an interview with the ABC, the 'climate catastrophe' narrative takes a major hit with the release of a new US report. Plus, CJ Pearson joins the show with all the latest from the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 29 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 48:44 Transcription Available


    Australia’s top business leader warns net zero could cripple industry, Douglas Murray slams a Melbourne hospital’s race-based patient policy. Plus, the latest out of the US, from the NY mayoral race to Trump’s triumph in Tokyo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 28 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 49:24 Transcription Available


    Race scandal erupts in Victoria as Indigenous patients get priority care, a doctor warns of marijuana dangers amid decriminalisation push. Plus, Argentina’s President Milei scores a major midterm victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 27 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 50:02 Transcription Available


    Calls grow for urgent action to fix Melbourne’s crime-ridden CBD, Coalition chaos deepens over net zero, Plus, Arnold Schwarzenegger shuts down CNN’s Jake Tapper in a fiery US interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 23 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 50:24 Transcription Available


    The hidden costs of Labor's renewables schemes, Opposition demands review into Chinese-linked net zero project. Plus, the latest from the US, including Trump's meeting earlier today with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 22 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 49:08 Transcription Available


    Fresh polling shows only one in three Victorians support the state-based treaty, Brittany Higgins drops her defamation appeal against Linda Reynolds. Plus, all the US news, including what Americans made of our politicians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 21 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 50:12 Transcription Available


    Kevin Rudd forced to apologise to Donald Trump after a tense dressing down at the White House, UK prison guards told to provide make-up to male inmates identifying as women. Plus, comedian Alex Stein attacked at a 'No King's' protest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 20 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 50:22


    Mayhem on the streets of Melbourne as leftwing protesters run riot, Dave Rubin joins the show to talk about the left's increasing capacity for violence. Plus, the latest from the US including President Trump's response to no kings protesters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 16 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 50:20 Transcription Available


    Australia and US relations are the closest in the world according to acting PM Richard Marles, Labor's 'sunshot solar' scheme is failing. Plus, New York Mayor Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani refuses to say Hamas should lay down its weapons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 15 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 50:03 Transcription Available


    Liberal party faces identity crisis, Candace Owens loses Australia visa appeal, PM’s private number posted online. Plus, backlash over Allan government gender policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 14 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 50:13 Transcription Available


    Heart-warming scenes as 20 Israeli hostages reunite with their loved ones. Plus, Donald Trump hailed as the 'President of peace' as he reveals his vision for a new Gaza in the Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 13 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 51:52 Transcription Available


    Chris Bowen on a green energy charm offensive in China and India trying to sell Labor’s renewables dream, Human Rights Commission slammed for another bout of radical activism. Plus, new emails reveal Prince Andrew kept in touch with Jeffrey Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 9 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 49:09 Transcription Available


    A new wave of ISIS brides set to land in Australia despite Albanese government denials, magistrates erupt over Victoria’s surging crime wave. Plus, CJ Pearson reports an almighty meltdown from California’s wannabe governor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Rita Panahi Show | 8 October

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 49:34 Transcription Available


    Jacinta Nampijinpa Price unloads on Sussan Ley over damaging Liberal leaks, Lana Collaris warns Victorians to be alarmed by Labor’s Indigenous Treaty Bill. Plus, Aussie taxpayers foot the bill for a Chinese climate scheme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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