Podcast appearances and mentions of Leigh Sales

If you are worried about China taking over due to having better robots than the yanks, I got mixed messages for ya here. This was created using DeepSeek v4 Pro. Remember when DeepSeek could do the same thing as chatGPT but on shitty processors and not much RAM? All those stocks shit themselves? Oh what memories. Would have been a great time to buy NVIDIA stocks. I didn't, if you're asking....It's pretty good but it really didn't follow the instruction in the prompt that Joel Hill is Jack the Insider on the transcript. So that's a minus point. But also, this took fucking ages to generate. It's better than lots of the yankee slop but damn son this took MINUTES. So they might take over if we are patient or whatever. Enjoy the episode. ----------------------------------------------Joel Hill (Jack the Insider) and Hong Kong Jack return for a sprawling episode that tackles two of the biggest stories shaping politics in 2026. The pair open with the jaw-dropping Redbridge poll putting One Nation at 31% of the primary vote — a number that would all but wipe the National Party off the federal map and potentially deliver Anthony Albanese a strengthened majority government by splintering the right. Joel and Jack clash over whether culture-war grievances or material concerns are driving the surge, while drawing historical parallels to Joh for Canberra and the DLP split of the 1950s.The conversation then crosses hemispheres for a tour through UK chaos: Peter Mandelson's leaked dossier exposing a rudderless No. 10 under Keir Starmer, Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband pleading guilty to embezzling SNP donations on a surreal shopping spree of Lalique salt shakers, seven Dysons, and a motorhome with four miles on the clock, and a deeply troubling police body-cam incident that has reignited the two-tier policing debate ahead of three critical by-elections.The centrepiece of the episode is a sober, hour-long deep dive into the COVID-19 pandemic and what Australia has refused to learn. The Two Jacks lay out the true death toll (perhaps 22 to 69 million globally), the devastating scale of long COVID, the vaccine rollout failures, the absurdities of hotel quarantine with rubbish bags over heads, and why governments and public health officials are desperate to avoid a Royal Commission. They close by asking whether the next pandemic will meet a population that has permanently lost trust in its leaders — and whether we'll simply repeat the mistakes of both COVID and the Spanish flu.Sport provides a lighter coda: the Carlton revival under an interim coach, James Hird's awkward candidacy at Essendon, the expanded 48-team World Cup that nobody seems excited about, and a formidable New Zealand Test side taking on England at Lord's.00:00:25 — Introduction Joel welcomes listeners to Episode 159, recorded 4 June. Today: Australian political news, a check-in on the UK, and a deep dive into the COVID-19 pandemic.00:01:21 — The Redbridge Poll: One Nation at 31% The AFR's Redbridge poll: One Nation 31%, Labor 28%, LNP 20%, Greens 12%. The two-party preferred is now being calculated as One Nation versus Labor — a seismic shift in how Australian politics is measured.00:03:12 — Not Just a Protest Vote Jack argues this is real, not a re-run of Hanson's 1990s flash-in-the-pan. The South Australian state election and the Farrah by-election suggest One Nation support is durable. Joel counters that protest votes can be expressed at the ballot box and that Australians are tiring of pluralism.00:04:09 — If One Nation Succeeds, Labor Wins The cruel irony: One Nation's rise probably delivers Labor government. The National Party could simply disappear. The DLP kept the Coalition in power for decades as an anti-Labor party; One Nation may do the reverse.00:05:46 — Scrutiny and Splintering Joel notes One Nation's policies are "two-sentence fragments" and motherhood statements. When proper scrutiny arrives, the contradictions will surface. Hanson's parliamentary attendance is as poor as imaginable.00:08:22 — The Third Rail Jack argues populists succeed because they discuss what polite society won't: immigration, culture wars, welcome to country rituals. The major parties must engage these topics or cede the ground entirely.00:11:34 — Feeling Unheard The core driver, Jack contends: voters feel sneered at and silenced by mainstream politics. It's not about flag counts, it's about being listened to.00:13:50 — What Actually Drives Votes Joel pushes back: voting determinants are the household economy, migration, climate change — not culture war trivia. Culture wars "don't amount to a hill of beans" at the ballot box.00:14:51 — The DLP Parallel Both agree the One Nation phenomenon most closely resembles the DLP split of the 1950s and 60s — a right-wing fracture that delivered Labor government after Labor government.00:17:18 — The Republic Referendum Lesson Jack recalls the 1999 republic referendum: pro-republicans split between models rather than uniting, scuppering the whole project. Voters will vote their preference even knowing it helps their enemy.00:19:32 — UK Parallels: Accommodate or Fight? Significant figures in the UK Tory party are debating whether to fight Reform or reach an accommodation. Tony Abbott recently said the Liberal Party won't criticise Pauline Hanson.00:21:48 — Joh for Canberra Redux Imre Salusinszky's comparison: this is "Joh for Canberra" all over again. But Joel notes Joh's moment lasted months; One Nation's has already lasted years.00:24:08 — State Election Previews Joel predicts the Victorian state election will be chaotic and peculiar — a government that's been in power too long, an opposition that may not be up to the task, and One Nation peeling votes from safe Labor seats. NSW will give a clearer reading.00:25:44 — Hanson "Ready to Govern" — from the Senate? Pauline Hanson announced she's ready to govern. Joel asks: shouldn't she contest a lower-house seat first? Jack recalls the only precedent: John Gorton became PM while still a senator, but had to be eased into Kooyong.00:28:20 — The Mandelson Dossier: Starmer's Empty Suit Jack's read of the leaked Mandelson documents: ministers don't know what the PM wants, there's zero respect or fear of his authority. Starmer comes across as an empty chair. One minister's text: "Every meeting with Labour MPs — it's all about who can we tax to pay benefits to other people."00:30:50 — Mandelson's Legal Peril Mandelson is under police investigation for misconduct in public office. Could face charges — the seriousness depends on whether it's mere misconduct or genuine bribery for foreign interests.00:31:49 — The Nicola Sturgeon Saga Her estranged husband has pleaded guilty to embezzling roughly £400,000 in SNP donations. The shopping list: six high-end coffee machines, seven Dyson vacuums, Lalique salt and pepper shakers, Montblanc pens, Swiss watches, an iJag, part of a Volkswagen, and a motorhome with four miles on the clock parked at his 92-year-old mother's house. Nicola claims she "didn't go in the kitchen much."00:34:20 — The BBC Interview Laura Kuenssberg's forensic interview with Sturgeon — "not quite Prince Andrew, but not much better." Sturgeon has been cleared by Police Scotland, but her reputation, already damaged by the Alex Salmond trial, is now in tatters.00:35:05 — Will He Go to Prison? £400,000 is a substantial sum. With another £600,000 unaccounted for, a custodial sentence seems likely. The money was ring-fenced for a second independence referendum push.00:36:50 — Money Laundering or Conspicuous Consumption? Joel wonders if the bizarre purchases — multiple watches on the same day — were an amateur money-laundering attempt: buy goods with SNP funds, sell them quietly for cash.00:38:23 — UK By-elections: Makerfield Looms Three by-elections on 18 June, including the critical Makerfield contest. Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester's high-profile mayor, is the tepid favourite. Low turnout could help him return to Westminster.00:39:30 — The Body-Cam Incident A white teenager accused of racially vilifying a Sikh man was stabbed — and police arrested the bleeding victim, not the attacker. Body-cam footage shows the victim saying "I can't breathe, I've been stabbed" while officers dismiss him. Joel calls the footage "just awful."00:41:22 — Two-Tier Policing Jack traces UK policing's overcorrection: after the Macpherson/Lawrence report, guidelines were rewritten so aggressively that they've produced a pattern of questionable enforcement that devastates community trust — and plays directly into Tommy Robinson's hands.00:42:08 — NSW Police on Four Corners Joel recommends the harrowing Four Corners investigation: bashings in custody, false arrests, an officer who threw body-cam footage into Sydney Harbour, and two undercover officers jailed for a savage assault. The problem today is general duties policing, not the specialist squads of the 1980s. Some command areas are far worse than others — a leadership failure.00:44:55 — Victoria Police: Under-Resourced, Not Corrupt Joel shares an anecdote: two divisional vans for 80,000 people in outer-east Melbourne. Tough work being a police officer; even tougher being a good one.The COVID-19 Reckoning00:45:09 — Why This Matters Joel sets the frame: we parked COVID in 2023 with a hangover but never understood what we'd been through. Today's episode aims to crack that problem.00:45:51 — The True Death Toll Officially: 7 million dead. But most countries stopped testing and stopped reporting cause-of-death data to the WHO. Using excess mortality, the real toll is between 22 and 69 million — at the high end, exceeding the Spanish flu.00:47:02 — Long COVID's Shadow Roughly 400 million people globally (6% of the population) have experienced long COVID. In Australia alone, between 200,000 and 500,000 people are living with or have lived with the condition. Second infections can be worse. Emerging links to cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and accelerated dementia.00:49:43 — The Collective Amnesia Governments worldwide have "a collective embarrassment" about how they handled the pandemic, Jack says. They want it in the history books and forgotten. Joel says this is a grave mistake for public trust — and for public health, given COVID is now a permanent fixture alongside flu season.00:50:50 — Why Excess Deaths Are the Only Honest Metric All other figures are "kind of made up" because attribution methods vary wildly between countries. Excess deaths remain elevated in Australia and most nations.00:51:25 — Children and COVID Bobby Kennedy Jr. removed under-18s from government-supported vaccines in the US. Joel argues this is a disastrous move given mounting evidence that childhood COVID infection leads to higher rates of long-term chronic illness.00:52:47 — Why No Royal Commission? Not just politicians protecting themselves — public health officials and much of the media wanted to avoid scrutiny of their judgments and actions during the pandemic.00:53:32 — The Media's Abdication Jack watched "a lot" of Daniel Andrews's daily press conferences. Only two journalists ever asked pertinent questions: Rachel Baxendale and Leigh Sales. Nobody asked why curfews, why beach arrests, why the disparate impact on tradies and cafe owners while the "laptop class" actually made money working from home.00:56:14 — Andrews's Immense Popularity Joel adds context: Andrews was wildly popular at the time, which partly explains the media's deference — though Jack insists that shouldn't have mattered.00:57:34 — The Curfew Nonsense Curfews were about giving law enforcement the easiest possible environment, Joel says — and should have been acknowledged as such and wound back sooner. Meanwhile, Bondi's wealthy swam en masse while Western Sydney's working-class communities were treated harshly.00:57:59 — The Vaccine Rollout Failure The Morrison government bet everything on AstraZeneca — the non-mRNA, first-available vaccine. Then rare blood-clotting issues emerged (seven deaths, mainly men aged 40–49). Meanwhile, Australia was left waiting for Pfizer and other mRNA vaccines because no other supply deals had been secured.00:59:37 — Omicron Breaks the Pandemic's Back The Omicron variant emerged from South Africa: more infectious but far less lethal. Combined with 95%+ vaccination rates among Australians over 18, it effectively ended the acute phase — though at the cost of entrenched mistrust.01:00:38 — Government Overreach and Broken Trust Jack's core criticism: governments outsourced decision-making to public health officials rather than making political judgments that balanced competing interests. Joel counters that it would have been a "bold move" for politicians with no scientific background to contradict public health advice.01:02:19 — "Just Let It Rip" Was Never an Option The three countries with the highest COVID mortality — Brazil (highest), United States (second), India (third) — were all led by populist governments that largely refused mandates. Letting it rip was devastating.01:03:27 — The ADF Quarantine Scandal Scott Morrison refused to allow ADF quarantine facilities to be used for returning travellers. Instead, people were crammed into hotels with gaps under the doors. Joel recalls the "rubbish bags over heads" episode in Victoria — dark green plastic bags as infection control.01:05:00 — The Inquiry's Recommendations Create a proper Australian CDC. Release expert advice publicly. Better national planning with clear political accountability. And critically: politicians must own the big decisions on freedoms and spending instead of hiding behind experts.01:06:01 — The Next Pandemic There will be another one. If it's a respiratory, airborne pathogen like COVID, similar circumstances will return. Are we ready? Probably not. Will we close the country again? The economic damage — unemployment hitting 7.5% in 2020 — was enormous, even if it recovered to 3.5% by pandemic's end.01:08:06 — Who Was Left Behind? The arts community was inexplicably excluded from JobSeeker and JobKeeper. Meanwhile, the "laptop class" working from home effectively got a 15% pay rise by eliminating commuting costs. Bunnings did very well; so did companies that kept JobKeeper without passing it to employees.01:11:14 — The Human Cost of Lockdowns Public housing towers in Flemington were locked down. Joel recalls one family: an African-Australian single mother with nine children in a two-bedroom commission flat, trapped. Jack calls what happened with schools "disgraceful." But Joel notes the evidence now shows childhood COVID infection has serious long-term health consequences, complicating the retrospective judgment.01:13:59 — Will We Learn Anything? Jack's bleak prediction: the next pandemic is probably far enough away that we'll take no notice of COVID's lessons and make the same mistakes. Joel agrees — we didn't learn from the Spanish flu a century ago either.01:15:51 — Malcolm Roberts and Vaccine Misinformation The One Nation senator claims 70,000 Australians died from COVID vaccines — a figure with no evidentiary support, built by misattributing excess deaths. In reality, mRNA technology is now being deployed as a cancer treatment, showing promise against bowel and pancreatic cancers.01:17:36 — Trust Destroyed If the next pandemic arrives within this generation, governments will face a population that has lost faith. If it takes 50 years, the damage may have faded. Western Australia, meanwhile, locked itself down with negligible deaths and actually loved the isolation — provided the iron ore and LNG ships kept moving.01:20:37 — The Spanish Flu Echo Joel's closing historical note: Australia's response to the Spanish flu in 1919–1921 was nearly identical to COVID — lockdown disputes, police arresting people for not wearing masks, states fighting the newly created federal Department of Health. The whole thing collapsed into acrimony the moment state rivalries flared. A century later, nothing had changed.01:21:48 — Federation as Fatal Flaw Jack adds: the three high-mortality COVID countries (US, Brazil, India) share a feature beyond populist leaders — they're all federations where central government power is limited. When "the emperor is far away and the mountains are high," coordinated pandemic response is nearly impossible.01:23:40 — No Appetite for Truth Jack's final word: nobody wants a proper inquiry. Not politicians, not public health officials, not much of the media. Joel disagrees on the importance — the pandemic's legacy still shapes how Australians think, vote, and trust.Sport01:27:40 — AFL Coaching Carousel Essendon and Carlton both need permanent coaches. Joel asks: is James Hird the right man for Essendon? Jack: 17 other clubs wouldn't give him an interview, but the Bombers may have backed themselves into a corner where appointing him is the only way out.01:28:53 — Merit vs Member Sentiment Rowan Connolly's question: would you take James Hird or John Longmire (five grand finals, one premiership, 60%+ win rate)? The answer is obvious on merit — but members and fans want the fairy tale.01:29:47 — Carlton's Astonishing Revival Three straight wins. Ranked 16th in forward-50 entries a month ago; now second. The game style is unrecognisable — no more bombing the ball to non-existent power forwards. Mitch McGovern's low, flat kick to Patrick Cripps for the match-winner against Geelong was emblematic of the transformation. Seven players aged 21 or younger are now getting games and bringing energy.01:33:18 — FIFA World Cup 2026: Nobody's Excited Expanded to 48 teams, Scotland are going — and a Scot in his 30s told Jack that neither he nor any of his mates (all doing well financially, normally first on the plane) have any interest. Ticket prices are "extraordinary." The final is at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey — which Jack describes as "Waverley on steroids, but even more bleak."01:36:08 — Australia's Draw Socceroos face Turkey first up, then the United States. Jack suggests marketing it as "Gallipoli Round Two." Spain are favourites; England, Brazil, and Germany are in the chasing pack.01:37:06 — Cricket: England v New Zealand, First Test at Lord's Joel runs through New Zealand's likely top seven — Latham, Conway, Williamson, Ravindra, Mitchell, Blundell — noting the first four have all made Test double-centuries. "Just about the best first six in Test cricket." With O'Rourke's express pace and Henry's quality, this is a formidable Black Caps side.01:38:40 — Stump Speech & Next Week Listener mail (including an "exposé of who Jack is") held over for next episode. For the record: Hong Kong Jack's CV includes HSC at Assumption College Kilmore, a stint as a carpenter, a law degree from Melbourne University, stints at Holding Redlich and Slater & Gordon, work as a litigation and immigration lawyer, and an appointment to the Refugee Review Tribunal as a federal cabinet appointee.01:40:39 — Outro Joel thanks listeners for hanging in for an extra ten minutes. Back next week.The Two Jacks is recorded weekly. Send your questions and feedback to the show.

Stars with planet-sized egos. Newsroom staff with big opinions. Audiences with high expectations and low patience. That’s the hot mix awaiting the new ABC news boss, who arrives as ABC management sort-of not-really denies sacking the last bloke. Today, media editor James Madden’s here to discuss ABC management’s bid to remake the national broadcaster’s culture. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Outsider tasked with a big fix at ABC ABC news boss quits abruptly Jewish radio station’s giant battle This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most of this podcast is spent discussing serious literature and viral online treats, but Crabb will remember nothing past Leigh Sales’ truly startling substitute for caviar in a dessert recipe. Find everything mentioned in this episode at Chat10Looks3.com Find out more about Very Luxe Face Cream and get your exclusive discount here: https://gotoskincare.com/discount/CHAT10 Enjoy 20% off all orders over $AUD85 made via gotoskincare.com with the exclusive promo code CHAT10. Available only for new customers. T&Cs apply. This offer is available to new customers only and is valid from 12:01AM AEST on 6 May until 11:59PM AEST on 6 June. Get your ticket to Pirates of Penzance here: https://www.foundrytheatre.com.au/the-pirates-of-penzance Prima Facie Melbourne, Comedy Theatre May 20 - May 31Prima Facie Sunday, Roslyn Packer Theatre June 3 - June 21For more information visit primafacieplay.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.com Award-winning journalist Leigh Sales confesses that she forgot she'd interviewed STEVE WAUGH, one of the nation's least-forgettable cricketers. And she Salesplains Deadloch to Crabb, having no recollection that Crabb herself talked about this very funny show, to Sales, in some detail, just two weeks ago. Find out more about Very Luxe Face Cream and get your exclusive discount here: https://gotoskincare.com/discount/CHAT10 Enjoy 20% off all orders over $AUD85 made via gotoskincare.com with the exclusive promo code CHAT10. Available only for new customers. T&Cs apply. This offer is available to new customers only and is valid from 12:01AM AEST on 6 May until 11:59PM AEST on 6 June. Prima Facie Melbourne, Comedy Theatre May 20 - May 31Prima Facie Sunday, Roslyn Packer Theatre June 3 - June 21For more information visit primafacieplay.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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FULL SHOW : Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO so we talk to Triple M Tech Expert Trevor Long, the Nipple Cripple Court case is over so we reveal our true feelings, Max Gawn stops by to talk Richmond V Dees. ABC's Leigh Sales will touch on the passing of James Valentine and what's the deal with all these Communal Toilets? Catch Mick in the Morning, with Roo, Titus & Rosie LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne or via the LiSTNR app. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelb Drop us a voice memo: https://www.mickinthemorning.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.com Sales has written a cookbook! With Gwen! So not only do we know it's going to be good, let's face it - it's probably already been delivered to your doorstep. Crabb can't wait to "improve" on the recipes, but in the meantime has been watching Vladimir, the TV adaptation of a Chat 10 favourite, while Sales is entranced by Arundhati Roy's memoir. Click here to find out more about The Holiday Kitchen by Leigh Sales and Gwen BlakeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The greatest gamble in radio history could blow up in the faces of ARN bosses - plus, why is the star of Jacketgate, Nine veteran Amber Sherlock, taking aim at the network that employed her for two decades? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Read more of Steve Jackson’s work here, including Kyle and Jackie O’s bittersweet ratings swan song and The midnight phone call that torpedoed King Kyle. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman on today's subscriber episode. Listen to the full conversation — Mia's Diary Note: What I Didn't Expect About Being A Nana — at 5 pm TODAY. What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Mia Freedman has had quite a week, and today she's behind the mic unpacking it all. Today's subscriber episode is her complete, unfiltered diary entry. Remember, this is your free sample of today's subs episode. The full debrief drops for subscribers at 5pm. What To Listen To Next: Listen to Compass on ABC iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/compass Listen to our latest episode: Beckham, Meghan & Jessie's Hospital Voice Note Listen: How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone Listen: Mia Enters The 'Working Mums' Chat Listen: Inside The Fight That Ended Kyle & Jackie O Listen: Love Story Part 2: Jackie O, The Kennedys & That Fight Scene Listen: Uninvited Princesses & The Dating Story We're Yearning For Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Watch Australia's #1 podcast, Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: JESSIE STEPHENS: On being pregnant with twins. As a twin. With twin brothers. 'My Omi lived every day with her best friends by her side. Even on that Sunday in Bondi.' 'One month on from the Bondi attack, there's one lesson we're all forgetting.' 'As Australia pauses to mourn Bondi, I am still struggling to process it.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FULL SHOW : Super Bowl Monday in Melbourne and we're joined by former Philadelphia Eagles Punter Arryn Siposs to fill us in on how it feels being there. Football WAGS are now being permitted on interstate trips, ABC's Leigh Sales is on the phone to talk Australian Story, the Winter Olympics are happening in Italy but did Mariah lip sync? Roo got stuck behind someone at the supermarket checkout and John McEnroe needs to apologise. Catch Mick in the Morning, with Roo, Titus & Rosie LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne or via the LiSTNR app. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Some stories are best told first-hand by those at the centre of the action. It's how the ABC's Australian Story has brought us so many compelling personal narratives and it's a format that's captivated the program's host Leigh Sales.So which episodes stick in her mind? There's a dramatic rescue on the Franklin River, the widows who found love again, Jelena Dokic's family anguish and the adventures of missing sausage dog, Valerie. This week, Sam Hawley is joined by ABC presenters and journalists to discuss their best stories and interviews from 2025.Today, Leigh Sales on the tales she can't forget.

Have you ever wondered how much Karl Stefanovic knows about the Sydney 2000 Olympics or if Leigh Sales could hold her own in pub trivia on The Simpsons? Gold Logie winner Tom Gleeson is hosting a special edition of Hard Quiz, pitting television royalty against each other in a battle for the Big Brass Mug. ABC’s Leigh Sales, Seven’s Larry Emdur, 10’s Angela Bishop and Nine’s Karl Stefanovic will face off in "Battle of the Networks" on Wednesday 17th December on ABC and streaming on ABC iview. The Quicky's Taylah Strano sat down with host and comedian Tom Gleeson for all the intel on the TV takedown of the year. And in headlines today, Storms and damaging winds will keep fire danger high across parts of Australia with 16 homes lost in NSW & 19 in Tasmania; The social media ban for Australians under 16 will kick in on Wednesday with the PM calling it a success while also admitting it won’t be perfect; Thomas Markle says he doesn't want to die estranged from his daughter, the Duchess of Sussex, after reports he had his leg amputated following surgery in the Philippines; Australian Margot Robbie understands the backlash to her and fellow Aussie Jacob Elordi's casting in Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights; The Wallaroos beat New Zealand to take out the title at the Cape Town 7s in South Africa; Aussie marathon runner Jessica Stenson finished 5th at a race in Spain, breaking the Australian record THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Comedian Tom Gleeson Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We cracked the code on the mysterious institution of Coles Radio. Who’s curating this fever-dream playlist of bangers? Are there secret messages given, in song? This week, Lise and Sarah go deep, with a little help from Leigh Sales, who may or may not have accidentally scored her next gig in Aisle 3. The show phone is: 0489 214 653 Keep the good times rolling with the Spotify Playlist: Lise and Sarah Kick Ons Want to support the show and become a Goldie? Subscribe to Lise and Sarah GOLD here For Android users, we got you! You don't need the Apple Podcasts app - you can subscribe via your web browser. How does it work? Here's a step-by-step (and yes, we promise it's easy!) • Click here: http://apple.co/LiseandSarah • The link will open in a web browser • From there, just hit sign in, log in/create an Apple Account - it's free to do this • You can now proceed to sign up for The Lise & Sarah Show subscription (it may look like a TRY FREE button) • We suggest you save/bookmark/create a shortcut for the link for easy access whenever you want to tune inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After arriving in Australia as a refugee, Jelena Dokic shot to fame when she made the semi-finals of Wimbledon at just 17 years of age. But off the court, there were even greater challenges: from her struggles with mental health to surviving the abuse of her tennis coach father. In this special live recording of Australian Story, Dokic opens up to Leigh Sales about the details of her extraordinary life, from escaping war-torn Yugoslavia to becoming a Grand Slam finalist. She reflects on her past, from overcoming child abuse and domestic violence and explores the impact it had on her mental health. Despite the obstacles she faced, Jelena found a way to not only survive, but thrive – transforming her pain into power and purpose. She discovered her voice, built a successful career after tennis and ultimately found happiness. Hear Dokic speak with grace and honesty about her hard-won wisdom and the strength it takes to rise above hardship.This event recorded on Thursday 18 September 2025 at The Edge, Federation Square. It was presented in partnership with the ABC.The official bookseller was Readings. Featured music is 'Different Days' by Chill Cole.Support the Wheeler Centre: https://www.wheelercentre.com/support-us/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's fun to talk about TV theme songs, so that's what Kirk and special guest Leigh Sales did. Does this episode need any more introduction than that? Probably not.Check out Leigh's wonderful podcast Chat 10 Looks 3A YouTube Playlist of many of the themes discussed (and some they didn't get to)DISCUSSED/REFERENCED:The Office Theme - “Handbags and Gladrags” - 1967 by Mike D'Abo, perf. Big George Webley -US theme 2005 by Jay FergusonParks & Recreation - 2009, by Gaby Moreno and Vincent JonesWelcome Back Kotter - by John Sebastian (1974 - 1979)“Suicide is Painless” by Johnny Mandel, from MA_S_HThe Nanny Theme by Ann Hampton CallawayThe Brady Bunch theme by Frank De Vol & Sherwood SchwartzGilligan's Island theme by Sherwood Schwartz (lyrics) & George Wyle (music)Beverley Hillbillies theme by Paul Hennig feat. Lester Flatt & Earl ScruggsMoney For Nothing/Beverley Hillbillies by Weird Al Yankovic from UHF, 1988"Money For Nothing" by Dire Straits from Brothers in Arms, 1985The Americans theme by Nathan Barr"Do Ya Wanna Taste It" by Wig Wam from Peacemaker, 2021The Pi Song from AsapSCIENCESymphony No. 8 in B Minor, D. 759 by Franz Schubert“Green Acres Theme” by Vic Mizzy“Woke Up This Morning” by Alabama 3, from The Sopranos"A Beautiful Mine" from Mad Men by RJD2“Sex and the City Theme” by Douglas J. CuomoSix Feet Under theme by Thomas NewmanBreaking Bad theme by Dave PorterHouse of Cards Theme by Jeff BealTank! by Yoko Kanno and SeatbeltsLEIGH'S MUSIC PICKS:Frank Sinatra Live at the Sands, ‘66 with the Count Basie Orchestra conducted by Quincy JonesINXS - Kick, 1987The Villagers - Becoming a Jackal, 2010----LINKS-----

Sports fans will know much of the Jelena Dokic story by now. The young refugee with immense talent who was bullied by her father and coach, Damir. A family enforced defection to Yugoslavia which saw villainy in Australia. Trauma, lots of trauma. It would be an easy thing to hide from, but Dokic is doing the opposite and her courage is something to behold. Featured: Leigh Sales, host, Australian Story.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Walkley awards. Order of Australia Medals. Sure, Leigh Sales has a few trophies at home. But there's one thing there that fills her with a whole lot of joy. Just no one tell the ABC. Plus, we debrief the most Aussie croc attack story ever told, and discover why David Jones might secretly be the nation’s best day spa. The Assembly season two is available to watch now. All episodes are available for free on ABC iviewThe show phone is: 0489 214 653For $100 off your first case of Naked Wines: http://nakedwines.com.au/LSPOD25Keep the good times rolling with the Spotify Playlist: Lise and Sarah Kick Ons Want to support the show and become a Goldie? Subscribe to Lise and Sarah GOLD here For Android users, we got you! You don't need the Apple Podcasts app - you can subscribe via your web browser. How does it work? Here's a step-by-step (and yes, we promise it's easy!) • Click here: http://apple.co/LiseandSarah • The link will open in a web browser • From there, just hit sign in, log in/create an Apple Account - it's free to do this • You can now proceed to sign up for The Lise & Sarah Show subscription (it may look like a TRY FREE button) • We suggest you save/bookmark/create a shortcut for the link for easy access whenever you want to tune inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chrissie started the show off with a tanned steak & onion toast because 30 years ago she LOVED them…so that’s where she’s at today. Jack watched a video of himself and has decided his head is falling off because he’s got a droopy eye so that’s where he’s at today. So, we’re asking you, what happened today that put you in a bad mood that you need to vent about? Plus, Leigh Sales stops by to tell us about the second season of ‘The Assembly’ on ABC TV & ABC News! (00:00) Chrissie's lunch is a FAIL (02:00) Mystic Chrissie's head is in the gutter today! (05:30) Leigh Sales hasn't worn her bumbag... (15:20) Chrissie's OnePass Bonanza! (18:20) Chrissie's Clickbait #1 (22:55) Chrissie's Quizzie (25:50) That's where I'm at today... (31:00) Chrissie's Song & Bounce (34:05) Chrissie's Clickbait #2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our good friend Leigh Sales joins Jonesy & Amanda ahead of the second season of ABC's The Assembly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.com A full seventeen years after it first stormed onto the world's TV screens, Breaking Bad has come to the attention of Leigh Sales. Crabb's been watching Muppet Mayhem. What is going on here?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SHAPE 2025 Recap Part 1, featuring Dr Adam Fraser, Simon Kuestenmacher, Paul Roos, Dave Eccles and Tadhg Kennelly and Leigh Sales.

Calling all skanks; we are on a piercing pursuit that even our mums won't be able to say no to. Can we convince esteemed journalist Leigh Sales to join the second-piercing club? Sarah's back in the nail salon but starting to question how comfortable some people get in there. And Lise's new Tik Tok trend leads to some devastatingly honest confessions. Thankfully, we don't judge. Got something to confess? Record a voice memo on your phone and send it to: 0489 21 GOLD That's 0489214653 Want to hang with us every Friday, access all episodes of Forty, and join our secret Facebook group? Subscribe to Lise and Sarah GOLD here Follow us on Instagram for more shenannigans @liseandsarah Thanks to the hilarious Mel Buttle for voicing the show Want to subscribe to us but have an Android phone? No worries. Read on, android friend. For Android users, Apple Podcasts is available on the web, which means you're able to listen to us on Apple Podcasts, on any web browser, on any device. And by signing up for an Apple Account, non-Apple users are able to sign in and purchase podcast subscriptions. How does it work? Here's a step-by-step (and yes, we promise it's easy!) • Click here: http://apple.co/LiseandSarah• The link will open in a web browser• From there, just hit sign in, log in/create an Apple Account - it's free to do this• You can now proceed to sign up for The Lise & Sarah Show subscription (it may look like a TRY FREE button)• We suggest you save/bookmark/create a shortcut for the link for easy access whenever you want to tune in If you’re on the hunt for an Australian comedy podcast that blends comedic storytelling with everyday life, look no further. The Lise and Sarah Show is a funny podcast for women that takes a lighthearted yet honest dive into life. From navigating parenting and the highs and lows of marriage, to balancing a career, parenting teens and battling anxiety, we cover it all. With unfiltered chats about sex, relationships, culture, parenting, marriage, skincare, fitness, health and even the realities of perimenopause and menopause, we’re here to talk about vaginas, hormones, and everything that comes with them. We’re for the ladies, embracing feminism, tackling mental health issues, and surviving the mid-life crisis as part of the sandwich generation. Mix in some pop culture comedy, Christmas organising and decluttering, how to get fit in your forties, and insights into maintaining well-being, and you've found a podcast that champions women’s experiences with wit, wisdom, and plenty of laughs. www.liseandsarah.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've had a lot of guests on the show it's so hard picking our favourite ones. Here are some highlights from Ben Abraham, Leigh Sales and Bob Geldof!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lloyd meets Annabel on the couch to ask some crunchy questions. Including but not limited to: What makes a good leader? And to what extent is journalism responsible for partisan attack politics?Annabel CrabbAnnabel Crabb is an Australian political journalist, commentator and television host who is the ABC's chief online political writer. She has worked for Adelaide's The Advertiser, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, The Sunday Age and The Sun-Herald, and won a Walkley Award in 2009 for her Quarterly Essay, "Stop at Nothing: The Life and Adventures of Malcolm Turnbull". She has written two books covering events within the Australian Labor Party, as well as The Wife Drought, a book about women's work–life balance, and two cookbooks with her friend and collaborator, Wendy Sharpe. She has hosted ABC television shows Kitchen Cabinet, The House, Back in Time for Dinner and Tomorrow Tonight. Annabel is the co-founder of the hit podcast Chat 10 Looks 3, which she co-hosts with Leigh Sales, now in its 10th year.CREDITSYour hosts are Lloyd Vogelman and Emile Sherman This podcast is proud to partner with The Ethics CentreFind Lloyd @LloydVogelman on Linked inFind Emile @EmileSherman on Linked In and XThis podcast is produced by Jonah Primo and Sabrina OrganoFind Jonah at jonahprimo.com or @JonahPrimo on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The inimitable Annabel Crabb joins us for this special spotlight episode where we shine a light on the changing impact of journalism in a shifting media landscape. In a world where truth is increasingly contested, can the fourth estate still be trusted to deliver reliable information which brings us together into some sort of shared reality? Or has our trust in journalism been irrevocably broken by the ‘democratisation' of information - the relentless immediacy of self-selecting delivery platforms - as well as the unabating attacks of all political sides, who too often claim that it's just a front for power or an opinion, or even worse, a home for misinformation. How can we rebuild trust in the news, recognising its limitations while understanding its critical role in a well-functioning society?As to disagree productively, we need a shared reality as our foundation.Annabel CrabbAnnabel Crabb is an Australian political journalist, commentator and television host who is the ABC's chief online political writer. She has worked for Adelaide's The Advertiser, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, The Sunday Age and The Sun-Herald, and won a Walkley Award in 2009 for her Quarterly Essay, "Stop at Nothing: The Life and Adventures of Malcolm Turnbull". She has written two books covering events within the Australian Labor Party, as well as The Wife Drought, a book about women's work–life balance, and two cookbooks with her friend and collaborator, Wendy Sharpe. She has hosted ABC television shows Kitchen Cabinet, The House, Back in Time for Dinner and Tomorrow Tonight. Annabel is the co-founder of the hit podcast Chat 10 Looks 3, which she co-hosts with Leigh Sales, now in its 10th year.CREDITSYour hosts are Lloyd Vogelman and Emile Sherman This podcast is proud to partner with The Ethics CentreFind Lloyd @LloydVogelman on Linked inFind Emile @EmileSherman on Linked In and XThis podcast is produced by Jonah Primo and Sabrina OrganoFind Jonah at jonahprimo.com or @JonahPrimo on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Assembly's Leigh Sales, Dale Mackey and Abbey Faulkner joins Jonesy & Amanda ahead of Amanda's episode tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new TV show has started a conversation about diversity in media, and the representation of autistic people in Australian workplaces. The Assembly features a collective of autistic journalism students, mentored by ABC veteran journalist Leigh Sales. Students interview some of Australia's biggest names, from Hamish Blake to the Prime Minister. The series has sparked broader discussions around representation, highlighting the strengths of neurodiversity in a way you might not have seen on screen before. To talk us through the Assembly and its broader impact, Leigh Sales joins us in today's deep dive.  Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieGuest: Leigh Sales Producer: Orla MaherClick here to watch The Assembly on ABC iview Listen: Is this the beginning of the end for X? The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. If you'd like to support us, the best way to do that is to click ‘follow' on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. Also, telling a friend about TDA always helps! Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus' YouTube ChannelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Ricki's got a bone to pick with those drivers who think the fast lane is a place to cruise at a snail's pace. It's a rant you won't want to miss. We also dive into a space-age snack solution—Doritos have figured out how to keep their chips in one piece while floating in zero gravity. Snack lovers, rejoice! In our Glossy's segment, Taylor Swift has officially broken a record that Michael Jackson held for over 30 years. Curious which one? We've got the details. Plus, ABC TV icon Leigh Sales stops by to take on our game of Quick Draw. Will her quick wit translate to quick moves? Tune in and find out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we welcome one of Australia's most respected journalists, Leigh Sales. Known for her remarkable career, Leigh has interviewed iconic figures like Paul McCartney, Hillary Clinton, and every living Australian Prime Minister. She's also a renowned presenter, podcaster, and author. Currently, Leigh is hosting a new factual series called The Assembly. Join us as she takes a break from the serious stuff to play Quick Draw!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leigh Sales is a multi Walkley award-winning journalist, author, tv presenter, podcaster and author - and incidentally also one of Chrissie's Queens. She joins Chrissie in this episode for a far-reaching chat about the art of being busy and remaining alive, public shaming and her latest baby (she has 2 human ones) - her new tv show The Assembly where 15 people with autism interview some of Australia's most beloved celebrities and nothing is off limits. How will she cope when the tables are turned? Take it all in, ChrissieCasters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leigh Sales mentors Autistic journalism students as they learn their craft and interview well known Australian personalities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The brilliant Leigh Sales joins Jonesy & Amanda ahead of the first episode of ABC's The Assembly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I spoke to Josh all about his experience podcasting about video games for 10 years. Make sure to subscribe so you know when our next episode drops and rate and review if you like what we are doing. Socials Find Josh on www.stillloadingpodcast.com. Find Sam's Socials on this link: https://linktr.ee/samuelobrien Find the Podcast's Socials on this link: https://linktr.ee/contentncapable - we have Facebook now too! Plugs and Mentions Plug: Sam plugged Storytellers by Leigh Sales. Josh plugged Comedy Bang Bang and Clear and Vivid by Allan Alda. Check out the other shows on the Deus Ex Media Network!

In the ultimate grift, Crabb and Sales hit London's Royal College Of Music and conjure the High Priestess herself - MARINA HYDE!!!! - in honour of Chat 10 Looks 3's tenth birthday. Ms Hyde, who somehow remains fresh as a daisy after the British election, submits graciously to the birthday pair's fervent genuflection and nervous self-abasement, in particular Leigh Sales' extended soliloquy about moors, and what makes them different from, for instance, heaths. Then she moves on to Jeremy Clarkson. How is this show still alive? Yes, we're all wondering. READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.com Watch the full ep on YOUTUBE Listen now on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long before she was hosting 7:30 on the ABC, Leigh Sales dreamed of becoming a novelist. In this episode of our sister podcast, Read This, she joins Michael to discuss her secret desire to write fiction, the art of crafting a good story, and how being a journalist allowed her to become a professional stickybeak.

Mandy and Kate are here with you on this very last episode of Too Peas In A Podcast! They listen to many of your beautiful speakpipes - thank you so much for sharing what this podcast and community has meant to you in your Pea journey. Mandy and Kate also thank the many people who have been involved from the start, from Kelly who designed the cute logo, to Adam who wrote the beautiful theme song, to the Sound Engineer who listened to every single moment over 5 years and edited every single episode, to Akke who got Mandy onto podcasts and was the original show note writer, Carly and Luke the Merchpea, Briohny and Kat who moderated the Too Peas Hangout so expertly and faithfully, to Kylie who started Good News Fridays in the hangout, to Jordon and Acast for getting right behind Too Peas and making us professional, to everyone who invited Kate and Mandy as guest speakers, Andy and Andrew who created and maintained the Too Peas website, Matthew Hardy our loose Live Guy who organised the live shows and book deal, to Annabel Crabb, Leigh Sales and the Chatters and Mia Freedman for their incredible support and endorsement, to Yasmin who we love and miss, to everyone who helped write the booklets, to all the kids, Milly, Molly, Miss 13, Sound Engineer, Number 1 Daughter, Scholarship and Buzz and Woody, to Annelise (me!) for writing the shownotes, curating the Spotify playlist and putting up with the weather chat, to Shane the paediatrician for being there in the best and worst of times, to Gary Bean for being one of our favourite humans ever, to Jude for sending songs, and Sam from Neighbours Everyday for all the gifts and love. In true Pea fashion to the very end, we forgot to thank all the many special guests we've had on over five years! So, we thank you here, we have been honoured to hear and share your precious stories, along with every single person who submitted such beautiful, honest and funny speak pipes. We thank everyone that we have also probably missed, in true Pea fashion. Peas, you changed the way we view the world. We are so very grateful for you, and we are so proud of you. You matter. And to those who have listened loyally, we thank you from the bottom of our Pea hearts and souls.We love you Peas, keep going. We made this for you. Plus:Find and follow Mandy at Mandy Hose She Knows Stay in touch with Kate through her new podcast Honestly, I'm Lonely Keep buying Too Peas in a Podcast merch - its 25% off!Get around the Tilted Twins merchMelbourne forecast for Sunday 12 May, cloud clearing, 19 degrees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crabb shows Sales an extraordinary dance routine by Hollywood A-lister Tom Holland (and later is crushed by her teenage daughter acidly informing her that everyone in the world saw that video seven years ago when it first came out). Who cares, because Leigh Sales is touring with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Crabb is interviewing Ann Patchett for the Sydney Writers' Festival, so suck on that, kids. Listen now on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Watch the full video on YOUTUBE  READ FULL SHOWNOTES ON Chat10Looks3.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time of year when we look back at the year that was, and highlight some of our classic catches - our absolute favourite podcast moments of 2023.It's been another massive year for Bluey, with the show going from strength to strength internationally, the second album 'Dance Mode' being released, the announcement of 'The Sign', a 28 minute special coming in 2024, Blueyfest counting down the top 100 episodes and a teaser of 'Bluey's World' coming to Brisbane in August.Our favourite bits of 2023 included:Bluey composer Jazz D'Arcy talking about the 'Dance Mode' album and her song 'Rain (Boldly in the Pretend).Sound designer/Uncle Stripe Dan Brumm discussing how he did the sound design for the rugby league inspired episode 'The Decider'.Hamilton creator and voice of Major Tom, Lin-Manuel Miranda visiting Brisbane and in conversation with fellow Bluey cast member Leigh Sales.Julia Quinn, author of the Netflix romance series 'Bridgerton', also visiting Brisbane and talking to us about how she discovered and fell in love with Bluey.Marianne Taylor AKA The House Detective chatting about the little details of the Heeler house and Queenslander houses.Bluey editor David Peterson on what he thought when an episode called 'Dad Baby' came across his desk.BlueyfestBluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

It's the Perth live show, so OF COURSE there's a disaster. Crabb has totally lost her voice. Sales suggests that she can do a TED talk style 90-min solo address instead, the threat of which is enough to galvanise Crabb to race to Perth to protect local Chatters from this horrific fate. The pair use various workarounds to somehow achieve a chat show between two people, one of whom is mute. They discuss Morning Wars, Shayda, and Crabb manages to destroy Sales' favourite movie, which was nice for Crabb in a tough week. Thanks Perth Chatters for being SUCH a kind audience! (8.35) Teach Learn Grow | Website (11.00) And Just Like That | Trailer | Binge (14.10) Sex and The City | Trailer | Binge (18.20) Gwen's No. 2 Drops | Buy (33.30) Morning Wars | Trailer | Apple TV+ (38.25) ABC News Breakfast | ABC iview (40.40) The Newsreader | Trailer | ABC iview (41.30) The Newsreader Podcast with Leigh Sales and Lisa Millar | Listen (45.30) Misery | Trailer | Prime Video (50.00) Shayda | Trailer  (51.54) Fisk | Trailer | ABC iview  (53.00) Muriel's Wedding | Stan (53.05) Strictly Ballroom | ABC iview (56.40) Gnomesville, Wellington WA | Website  (1.09.56) The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock by T.S Eliot | Read Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bestselling author Sophie Green on Weekends With The Sunshine Gardening Society. Should you read other books while you're writing your own? And win Storytellers: Questions, Answers and the Craft of Journalism by Leigh Sales. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe to MamamiaAs two of Australia's most well-known and successful journalists, Leigh Sales and Lisa Millar have witnessed and reported on the most significant news events in the past 30 years. They're also best mates.Leigh and Lisa both work for the ABC and share a passion for journalism but they're very different. One wakes up at 3am, loves strangers and does park runs on the weekend. While the other looks for the exit at parties, is learning to play the cello and has interviewed every living Australian Prime Minister.In this conversation, Mia speaks to Leigh Sales and Lisa Miller about their meet cute, divorce, online harassment and friendship.Leigh and Lisa are working together on The Newsreader Podcast: a weekly companion podcast for the ABC's hit drama The Newsreader. Leigh Sales has a new book: Storytellers and Lisa Millar is working on Muster Dogs from Pups to Pros.THE END BITS: Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols, info, and inspo in your ears? Find more Mamamia podcasts here.Complete the survey for a chance to go in the running to win a $50 gift voucher. CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman. You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here. Executive Producer: Kimberley Braddish  Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crabb and Sales are chilled by the premise of a new Scandi film but inspired by plenty of other books and TV shows (0.09) Kitchen Cabinet | ABC iView (5.55) HBO Succession Podcast | Listen (6.00) The News Reader Trailer | iView (6.40) Redfern Now | Trailer | Netflix  (6.40) Wentworth | Trailer | Binge (7.24) Mr Inbetween | Trailer | Binge  (9.35) Kindred | Trailer | Sydney Film Festival  (14.50) The Dreaming Path by Paul Callaghan | Booktopia (15.55) Still: A Michael J Fox Movie | Trailer | Apple TV+ (17.00) Family Ties | 9Now (19.18) Spin City | Trailer | Apple TV+ (20.01) Hijack | Trailer | Apple TV+ (21.10) Wild Game | Saxo Scandinavian Film Festival   (23.41) Pieces of a Woman | Trailer | Netflix (24.56) The Crown | Netflix | Trailer (27.16) Hard to Bear by Isabelle Oderberg | Booktopia (28.41) Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Booktopia (29.17) The Teachers Pet Podcast | Spotify (29.20) The Teachers Pet by Hedley Thomas | Booktopia (29.35) Storytellers by Leigh Sales (preorder) | Booktopia (29.47) Spooks | Trailer | Prime Video (30.20) Landline | Trailer | ABC iView (31.06) Mozart in the Jungle | Trailer | Prime Video (31.26) Tar | Trailer | Apple TV+ Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Golden Couple of News is back. And so are the spiral perms, shoulder pads and boxy '80s cars. The Newsreader Podcast is the ABC's official companion podcast to the hit ABC TV drama The Newsreader, returning on September 10. Hosted by journo buddies of over 20 years, Leigh Sales and Lisa Millar, The Newsreader Podcast gives an access-all-areas pass to on-set gossip; never before heard stories from the writers' room and the inside rail on the real-life news events that inspired the series. Join Lisa and Leigh as they meet the stars of the show, chat with the creators and dive deep, episode-by-episode into the nostalgic 1980s world of The Newsreader. The Newsreader Season 2 airs on ABC TV and ABC iview, Sundays from September 10, with podcast episodes dropping straight after the show.

This 80's band never toured to Adelaide. But Sales has compensated by talking about not one, not two, but THREE Wham! shows. As Crabb lapses in and out of consciousness, she manages to reminisce about Sinead O'Connor, and farewell her beautiful sister in law Anisa, friend of the show, who benefited in her last days from the palliative care team who are the joint charity partners of this live event. Local writers Robert Skinner and Walter Marsh feature, as well as Sales' new book which is a CRACKER. So much Chatter love in the room. You people really are the best. (0.34) Wham! Documentary | Trailer | Netflix (19.20) George Michael Freedom Uncut | Trailer | Paramount Plus (19.26) The Real George Michael: Portrait of an Artist | Trailer | SBS On Demand (20.48) Nothing Compares | Trailer | SBS On Demand (28.45) St Vincent's Open Support Women's Crisis Centre | Donate (31.00) Crabs All The Way Down by Radiolab | Listen (35.45) Barbie Movie | Trailer (45.45) Oppenheimer | Trailer  (46.30) The Rest is History Podcast | Listen  (49.51) Utopia | Trailer | ABC iview  (51.22) National Theatre Live: Fleabag Encore at Dendy Cinemas | Tickets (53.00) National Theatre at Home | Website (54.30) You Hurt My Feelings | Trailer | Apple TV+ (55.11) Wiser Than Me Podcast | Listen (57.35) Bay of Fires | Trailer | Apple TV+ (1.03) Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi | Booktopia (1.05) Storytellers by Leigh Sales (preorder) | Booktopia (1.12) Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Booktopia (1.15) Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood | Booktopia  (1.17) Kitchen Cabinet | Trailer | ABC iview (1.20) I'd Rather Not by Robert Skinner | Booktopia (1.22) The House with Annabel Crabb | Trailer | ABC iview (1.24) Young Rupert: The Making of the Murdoch Empire | Booktopia (1.24) Victoria: The Queen by Julia Baird | Booktopia The Vinnies Women's Crisis Centre was established in 2017 to provide accommodation for women, children experiencing homelessness, and also accommodates pets. Many guests come to the centre due to domestic and family violence, and it provides a safe haven for decision-making and the opportunity to connect with other agencies. Accommodating pets at the centre is a crucial part of a woman's decision to leave an unsafe home, as often the fear of leaving a pet that could also be in harm's way will prevent them from taking that step. In almost 6 years of operation the Vinnies Women's Crisis Centre has accommodated more than 5,500 women, children and pets. More recently, with the rental crisis and shortage of affordable accommodation, guests are staying much longer as there is simply nowhere else for them to go. As part of Vinnies' work more broadly, they have been working with the sector to advocate for fairer rent laws and greater investment in social and affordable housing. With the funds generously donated by Chatters at the last live event in Adelaide, children staying at the centre have been able to participate in the Ready Steady Go sports program during school holidays. For safety reasons, some children are unable to leave the centre, so the Ready Steady Go activities provide a much-needed release. The Vinnies team is grateful for the support of Chat 10 Looks 3. Produced by DM Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Somehow, Sales and Crabb have BOTH seen the new Indiana Jones movie. They have thoughts. And those thoughts start out well (with Phoebe Waller-Bridge) but end up in an ageing male action hero morass featuring Tom Cruise, James Bond and the whole shitshow.The episode is rescued by Lizzo and a new podcast that's reducing Crabb to helpless hysterics. (0.10) Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny | Trailer |  (0.20) Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom | Trailer | Disney+ (1.00) National Theatre Live: Fleabag Encore at Dendy Cinemas | Tickets (2.40) Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning (Part One) | Trailer  (2.45) James Bond: Skyfall | Trailer | Disney+ (7.30) Tom Cruise on Sunrise | Watch  (9.10) James Corden Final Show w/ Tom Cruise | Watch (10.00) Top Gun: Maverick | Trailer | Binge (12.00) CATS The Movie | Trailer | Binge (12.40) James Corden Final Show / Harry Styles | Watch (14.40) Indiana Jones and The Raiders of The Lost Ark | Trailer | Disney+ (16.00) Spooks | Trailer | Prime Video (16.50) Who Shat On The Floor At My Wedding Podcast | Listen (20.10) Lizzo's Watch Out For The Big Grrrls | Trailer | Prime Video  (22.45) 50 Odd Years of Crabb, Sydney | Tickets  (23.30) Storytellers by Leigh Sales (preorder) | Booktopia (24.20) Chat 10 LIVE SHOWS | Website Produced by DM Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Farnham's "You're The Voice" was a worldwide hit, and nowhere was it more popular than in the Aussie singer's homeland. A couple weeks ago, Kirk went onstage with the hosts of the Chat 10 Looks 3 podcast, Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb, to talk about the song, the singer, and so much more.This episode is excerpted from Chat 10 Looks 3 episode 214. It was recorded live at the Enmore Theater in Sydney, Australia on June 17, 2023.Performed by: John FarnhamWritten by: Chris Thompson, Maggie Ryder, Andy Qunta, & Keith ReidProduced by: Glenn WheatleyAlbum: Whispering Jack (1986)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO FEATURED/DISCUSSED:The Chat 10 Looks 3 livestream archive (link may eventually stop working)John Farnham performs "You're The Voice" live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra"Royals" by Lorde from Pure Heroine, 2013"Freedom" by George Michael from Listen Without Prejudice, Vol. 1, 1990The trailer for the upcoming John Farnham documentary "Finding The Voice"-----LINKS-----SUPPORT STRONG SONGSPaypal | Patreon.com/StrongsongsMERCH STOREstore.strongsongspodcast.comSOCIAL MEDIA@StrongSongs | @Kirkhamilton | IG: @Kirk_HamiltonNEWSLETTERhttps://kirkhamilton.substack.com/subscribeJOIN THE DISCORDhttps://discord.gg/GCvKqAM8SmOUTRO SOLO PLAY-A-LONG:https://soundcloud.com/kirkhamilton/strong-songs-outro-music-no-soloSTRONG SONGS PLAYLISTSSpotify | Apple Music | YouTube Music--------------------June 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCatherine WarnerDamon WhiteKaya WoodallDan AustinJay SwartzMiriam JoySEAN D WINNIERushDaniel Hannon-BarryAshley HoagChristopher MillerJamie WhiteChristopher McConnellDavid MascettiJoe LaskaKen HirshJezMelanie AndrichJenness GardnerNarelle HornJeanneret Manning Family FourDave SharpeSami SamhuriAccessViolationRyan TorvikElliot Jay O'NeillAndre BremerMark SchechterDave FloreyJUNE 2023 HALF-NOTE PATRONSLynda MacNeilDick MorganZach WamplerBen SteinSusan Greencase faubsJake YumatillaAlan BroughRandal VegterGo Birds!Jeff SpeckSamuel MillettWhit SidenerChance McClainRobert Granatdave malloyTim RosenwongNick Gallowayjohn halpinPeter HardingDavidAnthony MahramusMeghan O'LearyJohn BaumanDax and Dane HuddlestonMartín SalíasTim HowesStu BakerSteve MartinoDr Arthur A GrayCarolinaGary PierceMatt BaxterGiantPredatoryMolluskCasey FaubionLuigi BocciaRob AlbrightE Margaret WartonCharles McGeeCatherine ClauseEthan BaumanRenee DowningKenIsWearingAHatJordan BlockAaron WadeTravis PollardJamieDeebsPortland Eye CareCarrie SchneiderAlenka GrealishRichard SneddonJulian RoleffDoreen CarlsonDavid McDarbyWendy GilchristElliot RosenLisa TurnerPaul WayperBruno GaetaKenneth JungAdam StofskyZak RemerRishi SahayJason ReitmanAilie FraserVonKaren ArnoldNATALIE MISTILISJosh SingerPhino DeLeonAmy Lynn ThornsenAdam WKelli BrockingtonStephen RawlingsVictoria YuKevin RiversBrad Clarkmino caposselaSteve PaquinDavid JoskeEmma SklarBernard KhooRobert HeuerMatthew GoldenDavid NoahGeraldine ButlerRichard CambierMadeleine MaderJason PrattAbbie BergDoug BelewDermot CrowleyAchint SrivastavaRyan RairighMichael BermanOlivia BishopJohn GisselquistLinda DuffyLiz SegerEoin de BurcaKevin PotterM Shane BordersDallas HockleyJason GerryNathan GouwensLauren ReayEric PrestemonCookies250Damian BradyAngela LivingstoneDavid FriedmanSarah SulanDiane HughesJo SutherlandMichael CasnerLowell MeyerStephen TsoneffLorenz SchwarzWenJack SjogrenGeoff GoldenRobyn FraserPascal RuegerRandy SouzaJCClare HolbertonDiane TurnerTom ColemanMark PerryDhu WikMelEric HelmJake RobertsJonathan DanielsMichael FlahertyCaro Fieldmichael bochnerNaomi WatsonDavid CushmanAlexanderGavin DoigSam FennTanner MortonAJ SchusterJennifer BushDavid StroudAmanda FurlottiAndrew BakerJules BaileyAndrew FairL.B. MorseBrian AmoebasBrett DouvilleJeffrey OlsonMatt BetzelMuellerNate from KalamazooMelanie StiversRichard TollerAlexander PolsonEarl LozadaJustin McElroyArjun SharmaJames JohnsonKevin MorrellColin Hodo