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Macca is back in the hosting seat and Jack’s back behind the panel and our very special guest host is Fiona Patten. Our first guest for this week is Cameron Doig, from the Law Firm, Arnold, Thomas and Becker, dissecting the news on the vicarious liability laws in Victoria. Cameron is a skilled and tested solicitor who has secured over 60 settlements for survivors of child sexual abuse and recovered over $40 million in total damages for his clients. He has secured settlements in excess of $1 million in a number of individual cases. He regularly brings claims for survivors of child abuse against government, religious, charitable, and sporting institutions as well as public and private schools. He is a clear communicator who enjoys making the legal system easy to understand for clients, walking them through the process, and explaining what they can expect. He is a practical and proactive litigator whose familiarity with the court process helps him level the playing field between vulnerable survivors and powerful institutions. Cameron's experience includes: • Settling 12 claims against the Victorian Government's Department of Education for victims of abuse by teacher Peter Sutton, including one claim for over $1.4 million; • Securing a $550,000 settlement against two Catholic religious orders for abuse of a former school student; and • Securing a $500,000 settlement for a man abused in Bayswater Boys Home and Turana. He has appeared in print and TV media discussing his clients' cases and issues confronting abuse survivors. He has volunteered at the Refugee Legal Night Service since August 2023. “Vicarious liability is a legal doctrine holding a party (often an employer) responsible for the wrongful acts or omissions of another (usually an employee) committed during the course of employment, even if the superior is not directly at fault. It is a form of strict liability, commonly applied in workplace discrimination, harassment, or negligence cases” https://humanrights.gov.au/resource-hub/by-resource-type/publications/sex-and-gender-rights/vicarious-liability If this story has affected you in any way please go to the Joy Support page to find support: https://joy.org.au/support/ The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Cameron Doig, Arnold, Thomas and Becker: Explaining the changes to legislation for Vicarious Liability in Victoria appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Katherine Copsey, Greens, MLC for Southern Metro, Katherine Copsey, is an Australian politician and lawyer currently serving as a member of the Victorian Legislative Council for the Australian Greens Victoria, representing the Southern Metropolitan Region. Elected in the 2022 Victorian state election, she assumed office on 26 November 2022. Since February 2023, Copsey has held several leadership roles for the Victorian Greens, including Deputy Party Room Chair and spokesperson for Justice, Gambling Harm Reduction, Animal Protection, and Major Events. As of February 2025, she serves as the spokesperson for Public Transport and Roads. Copsey's legislative priorities centre on environmental and social justice, advocating for renewable energy, increased affordable housing, improved public transport, and community-focused urban planning. The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Katherine Copsey, Greens, MLC for Southern Metro, Passing of the Vicarious Liability Bill appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca, Katherine and Fiona talk to Georgie Purcell. Georgie is a good friend to Saturday Magazine,  is a Member of the Victorian Legislative Council (MLC) for the Northern Victoria Region, representing the Animal Justice Party (AJP). Elected in November 2022, she is currently the party’s sole representative in the Victorian Parliament. Why Minor Parties and Independents Matter Minor parties (like the AJP) and independents (collectively known as the “crossbench”) play a critical role in Australia’s democratic system by providing an alternative to the major party duopoly Balance of Power: When neither the Government nor the Opposition holds a majority—common in the Victorian Legislative Council and the Federal Senate—the crossbench decides whether legislation passes or fails. Specialised Representation: They give a voice to specific issues (e.g., animal welfare, environmental protection, or local community needs) that major parties may overlook to maintain broad appeal. Accountability and Scrutiny: Independents and minor parties can force detailed inquiries into government activity and extract amendments to bills that improve transparency and fairness. Diversity of Perspective: They represent the growing portion of the electorate (over 30% in recent years) that no longer feels aligned with the traditional Labor or Coalition blocks.  The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Georgie Purcell- Senator, N Vic. Animal Justice Party, Why Minor Parties and Independents matter in our Political System! appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Rachel Westaway, as they discuss Victoria’s economy, CFEMU scandal and how the new Federal Liberal Leadership team is handling things so far. Rachel Westaway is the Liberal Member for Prahran in the Victorian Legislative Assembly, having won the seat in a historic February 2025 by-election. She is the first person of Thai heritage elected to the Victorian Parliament. The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Rachel Westaway, Lib Prahran, Shadow Asst Min Small Business + Hospitality: her take on the CFMEU scandal; how will Angus and Jane do in Canberra? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca are joined live on air by the controversial academic and writer,  Marian Tupy, Centre for Independent Studies & visiting scholar in residence from Cato in the US: Super Abundance Is Australia getting more or less affordable? Are we heading toward resource scarcity — or an era of unprecedented abundance? Marian Tupy has spent 15 years crunching the data. Returning to Australia following his 2023 tour, Tupy brings the ideas behind his acclaimed book Superabundance — a rigorous, evidence-based challenge to the doom-and-gloom narrative dominating Western culture. Using “time prices” — a measure of how many minutes of work it takes to buy everyday goods — resources on average became 72% more affordable between 1980 and 2018, even as global population surged. Australia tracked slightly above that average. But not everything is getting cheaper. In Australia, housing, health, and education have become genuinely less affordable — and this is no coincidence. These are precisely the sectors where government regulation has suppressed competition and distorted prices. The solution lies not in more intervention, but in more freedom: up-zoning, deregulation, and trusting markets to do what they do best. Marian L. Tupy is the editor of Human​Progress​.org, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity, and co-author of The Simon Abundance Index. He specialises in globalisation and global well‐​being and politics and economics of Europe and Southern Africa. Tupy is the co-author of Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet (2022) and Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know: And Many Others You Will Find Interesting (2020). His articles have been published in the Financial Times, the Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Newsweek, the U.K. Spectator, Foreign Policy, and various other outlets both in the United States and overseas. He has appeared on BBC, CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, Fox Business, and other channels. Tupy received his BA in international relations and classics from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, and his PhD in international relations from the University of St. Andrews in Great Britain. The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Marian Tupy, Centre for Independent Studies & visiting scholar in residence from Cato in the US: Super Abundance appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Fiona are joined live on air by Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Assoc (HIA), Is the government pulling on the right levers to when it comes to building more homes? Tim Reardon is the Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Association (HIA), where he leads the association’s economic research and policy advocacy for Australia’s residential building industry. In his most recent reports, Reardon identifies land supply as the primary constraint on Australian home building, rather than construction costs or interest rates.  Housing Industry Association | HIA +1 Land vs. Construction Costs: Since 2000, residential land prices have surged by over 500%, while construction costs and skilled labour have risen by approximately 150%. Infrastructure Taxes: He argues that government policies requiring developers to pay infrastructure fees upfront are “artificial” demand drivers that embed high costs into land prices, ultimately borne by home buyers. Cost of New Homes: HIA estimates that approximately $570,000 in various taxes, fees, and charges are embedded in the cost of a typical new house-and-land package.  Housing Industry Association | HIA +4 Releasing HIA's new report, Taxation of Housing and its Impact on Supply, Tim Reardon, Chief Economist of Housing Industry Association, said governments cannot make homes cheaper by taking more from them. “You don't fix a housing shortage by taxing housing harder,” Mr Reardon said. “And you certainly don't make homes more affordable by destabilising the tax settings that support new home construction.” The report finds that housing is already one of the most heavily taxed sectors in the Australian economy, with taxes applied at every stage of the housing lifecycle. Many of these taxes fall most heavily on new housing, directly increasing costs and reducing the feasibility of new projects. “The political reflex has been the same for decades,” Mr Reardon said. “First it was to blame investors. Then foreigners. Then foreign investors. Meanwhile governments quietly add more taxes, more charges and more costs to housing, and wonder why supply keeps falling short.” HIA's analysis shows that investors play a critical role in housing supply, commencing more than 40 per cent of new homes built in Australia, and an even higher share of apartments and rental housing. “When you discourage investors, you don't free up housing, you stop it being built,” Mr Reardon said. “Investors don't neatly switch from established homes into new construction when taxes rise. They leave the housing market altogether.” https://hia.com.au/our-industry/newsroom/economic-research-and-forecasting/2026/01/stop-taxing-housing-harder-if-you-want-more-homes-built-hia-warns?srsltid=AfmBOooQfowpfnhUyCDTwqExK1c2CmARBq5m-gcKQHUKra2ACDjQvc1g The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Assoc (HIA), Is the government pulling on the right levers to when it comes to building more homes? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Fiona and Macca were joined live in the studio by Richard Keane is the Chief Executive Officer of Living Positive Victoria (LPV), a prominent community-based organisation in Australia representing people living with HIV. He has held this leadership position since June 2018, bringing decades of experience in health promotion and community development to the role. Richard Keane, CEO of Living Positive Victoria (LPV), launched a new edition of the HIV disclosure guide, “Disclosing your HIV Status: Your Rights and Responsibilities in Victoria,” on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. Richard Keane emphasized that the guide aims to provide a sense of personal agency and self-empowerment. He noted that being fully informed of one's legal rights and responsibilities is crucial for making decisions about when, where, and why to disclose, especially in a landscape where stigma and discrimination remain challenges The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Richard Keane, CEO – Living Positive, The launch of the new disclosure guide in partnership with the HIV/AIDS legal centre appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Last segment of the week, Fiona and Macca are joined live in the studio by Josh Cox. Dir. Reptile Encounters, and his special friend Alba The Dingo. is a specialized wildlife education company and private zoo based in Burwood East, Melbourne, dedicated to connecting people with native Australian animals. They offer a variety of interactive experiences ranging from mobile “incursions” to behind-the-scenes tours at their headquarters/ The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Josh Cox, Reptile Encounters: Why he took Alba the Dingo to Parliament House this week appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny talk to Dr Tim Read; – Greens MP, Brunswick, Chair of the Integrity Oversight Committee; from IBAC and public integrity to the voting system, is Victoria lagging behind? Before entering Parliament, Tim was a doctor treating and researching sexually transmitted infections like HIV. Before that, he was a GP. Concerned by recent fires and heatwaves, Tim wanted to push the government to take climate change seriously by urgently replacing coal and gas as Victoria's main energy sources. This is what prompted him to run for Parliament. The priorities Tim has for his community are safer roads for walking and cycling, more green space, and trees to keep us cool in summer. He says that we also need to repair some of our crumbling public schools and build or buy more housing for our homeless. Tim's vision for Victoria's future is that it runs by clean energy by the end of the decade, and cuts carbon emissions from farming, transport and other sectors. The areas of public policy that he is most passionate about are reducing the size of the public housing waiting list and our prison population. He also wants to change the way we let advertisers promote unhealthy products such as junk food, alcohol and gambling. The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Dr Tim Read; Greens MP, Brunswick, Chair of the Integrity Oversight Committee: Stepping down at the Next Election and Fighting for the Survival of VicHealth appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Macca are joined live in the studio by Nina Taylor, Labor MP, Albert Park. Bill protecting intersex children from unnecessary medical, interventions that has just been passed by the Vic lower house The Victorian Government's Bill protecting intersex children from unnecessary and irreversible medical procedures without their consent has passed in the lower house. Intersex people are born with innate variations of sex characteristics that don't fit medical norms for female or male bodies. As the intersex community has grown more visible, we have learned how common unnecessary and irreversible surgeries are to individuals, particularly those who are too young to consent. It is believed that about 1.7 per cent of the population is born with an intersex trait. There are at least 40 known intersex variations. In October 2021, the Australian Human Rights Commission urged all Australian governments to implement measures that prevent harmful medical interventions on intersex people without personal consent.   In August 2025, the Australian Medical Association passed a motion calling for a deferral of surgical interventions for intersex people until they can give consent. The Health Safeguards for People Born with Variations in Sex Characteristics Bill 2025 passed the lower house without opposition on Thursday. The Bill prohibits deferrable medical interventions until a child can decide for themselves that they want that, introducing independent oversight of proposed treatment plans. The passing of the bill reflects decades of tireless advocacy by intersex people and community organisations, building on similar protections introduced in the ACT in 2023. https://qnews.com.au/intersex-reform-for-childrens-medical-interventions-passes-vic-lower-house/ The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Nina Taylor, Labor MP, Albert Park, Intersex Medical Intervention Reform for Children Passes Vic Lower House appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Macca are joined live on air by Dr Hector Georgiou, Melbourne IVF, New laws on Surrogacy Hector holds a PhD from Imperial College London in Reproductive Endocrinology. He undertook postgraduate training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at some of the most prestigious hospitals in Oxford and London, including highly competitive subspecialist training in Fertility and Reproductive Medicine. In addition, he completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and IVF at the Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne. Part of his enthusiasm for practicing medicine comes from seeing research translated into clinical practice. His research has been highly cited in respected medical journals and has been incorporated in professional society guidelines that influence global IVF practice. Hector holds a Clinical Senior Lectureship at the University of Melbourne, where his research focuses on luteal phase support and endometriosis. He is also leading a multidisciplinary team at the University of Oxford in the design and commercialization of a new egg collection needle, which has the capability to significantly boost egg numbers at IVF. His special interests include fertility treatment for LGBTQIA+ couples, egg freezing, onco-fertility, PCOS, recurrent implantation failure, ovulation induction, age-related infertility and unexplained fertility. Hector's patients appreciate his accessibility, compassion and evidence-based approach to care. Outside of work, Hector and his husband have recently adopted their beautiful Labrador Olive, and together they enjoy discovering new (doggie-friendly) brunch spots! http://@dr.hector.georgiou The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Dr Hector Georgiou, Melbourne IVF, New laws on Surrogacy appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny talk to Tim Burrowes. Publisher, Mumbrella, How ingrained is gambling advertising in the Australian Media landscape and why has Reform have stalled? Tim Burrowes is the publisher of Mumbrella and Unmade. He co-founded Mumbrella in 2008 and sister title Unmade in 2021. He’s worked in the UK, Middle East, Asia & Australia and has specialised in writing about the communications world for the last 25 years. He wrote the book Media Unmade, published in 2021, and became the presenter of MediaLand on ABC Radio National in 2025. The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Tim Burrowes. Publisher, Mumbrella, How ingrained is gambling advertising in the Australian Media landscape and why has Reform have stalled? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Kenny and Macca talk to Konrad Benjamin from Punter’s Politics. Punter’s Politics is an Australian political commentary podcast and associated political movement with the goal of making Australian politics simpler for everyday people. The podcast was launched in June 2024 by former economics teacher Konrad Benjamin, and has since gained traction for exposing corporate influence in Australian politics. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLg9ANGIggv/ https://www.punterspolitics.com/pages/media The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Konrad Benjamin, Punter’s Politics, Fighting the good fight for Aussie Punters appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny talk to Dr Monique Ryan, Indi MP for Kooyong, Update from Canberra + Australia’s Addiction Gambling Commercials As of late 2025 and early 2026, Dr. Monique Ryan, independent MP for Kooyong, has continued to heavily advocate for a total ban on gambling advertising in Australia, positioning the issue as a critical public health crisis.  Continued Pressure: Dr. Ryan has been consistent in challenging the Albanese Government over its delay in acting on the “Murphy Report” (June 2023), which recommended a comprehensive ban on online gambling ads. “Hard to Understand” Delay: She has highlighted the irony of the government moving to ban social media for children while failing to implement a similar ban on online gambling advertising that targets young people. Resignation from Parliamentary Sports Club: In October 2025, Dr. Ryan resigned from the Parliamentary Sports Club to protest its association with the gambling industry, stating the industry is “predatory and insidious”. Focus on Public Health: She argues that gambling addiction is a public health issue similar to drug addiction, driving domestic violence, family breakdown, and financial ruin. 2026 Legislative Focus: Her recent activities in 2026 have also centered on criticizing the government’s handling of HECS debt (Job-Ready Graduates scheme) and advocating for safer digital spaces. Australia’s Gambling Commercials Crisis The Problem: Australia is noted to have the highest per-capita gambling losses in the world, with roughly $32 billion lost annually. Targeting Children: Dr. Ryan has stated that children are being targeted by betting ads on social media, creating a “generation primed for addiction”. Call for Total Ban: She supports a total ban on gambling advertising across TV, radio, social media, and on sports uniforms. Government Response: Despite overwhelming public support (reported at 85%) for a ban, the government has been accused of acting too slowly due to pressure from media companies and sporting codes that profit from gambling partnerships.  Dr. Ryan continues to urge the government to adopt all 31 recommendations of the Murphy Report to reduce the impact of gambling on Australian families.    The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Dr Monique Ryan, Indi MP for Kooyong, Update from Canberra + Australia’s Addiction Gambling Commercials appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Kenny are joined live on air by Peter Khalil, – MP for Wills & Asst Min. for Defence; Reaction to Lib spill; news from Coburg and sale of Defence sites across Melbourne The post Sat, 14th, Feb, 2026: Peter Khalil, – MP for Wills & Asst Min. for Defence; Reaction to Lib spill; news from Coburg and sale of Defence sites across Melbourne appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live in the studio by Trent Walter  from Negative Press & Kelly Gellatly  co-founders of Melb Art Print Fair The inaugural Melbourne Art Print Fair: edition1 is set to make its debut at Linden New Art, St Kilda, from February 7-9, 2025. This new event highlights the artistry and innovation of printmaking, bringing together Australia's finest printmaking studios, artists and enthusiasts for three days of creativity, connection and inspiration. The fair, conceived by the trio Kelly Gellatly, Kirsty Grant, Bronwyn Johnson of Kaleidoscope Editions, and Trent Walter of Negative Press, aims to elevate printmaking as both an art form and a medium for collectors. Participating studios include Megalo Print Studio, Baldessin Press, Kaleidoscope Editions, Negative Press, Print Council of Australia, Spacecraft and Sunshine Editions. Visitors can expect to see the work of artists including Melinda Harper, Rob McHaffie, Peter Atkins, Brent Harris, Katherine Hattam, Kylie Banyard, Ellie Malin, Chris Ingham, Brook Andrew, Rose Nolan, Janet Burchill and Jennifer McCamley and Elizabeth Newman. Director Kelly Gellatly shares that the fair was established, “to celebrate the creativity and collegiality of the printmaking community, and to share the joy we all experience in facilitating and making prints with some of Australia's most exciting contemporary artists.” The program will feature artist talks, demonstrations and the launch of major works, offering insights into the techniques and value of limited-edition prints. A special highlight is the inclusion of works from Viridian Press, the studio of master printer John Loane, showcasing Australia's rich printmaking history and Loane's collaborations with artists like Brent Harris and Aida Tomescu. Linden New Art CEO Vincent Alessi underscores the fair's importance, stating, “It is a unique and radical proposition in focusing exclusively on print works, an often neglected and misunderstood practice. The Fair celebrates printmaking, and the print agencies, who are often experimental and conceptual in their approach, helping artists realise new ways in their practice.” Free to the public, Melbourne Art Print Fair: edition1 promises to ignite appreciation for printmaking's artistry and significance. For more information, visit Melbourne Art Print Fair. The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Trent Walter from Negative Press & Kelly Gellatly  co-founders of Melb Art Print Fair, Melbourne Art Print Fair, Happening Now.  appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Maccaa are joined live on air by Fred Gesha, Festival Lead, First People’s First Day, St Kilda Festival St Kilda Festival is known as Australia's largest community festival – a celebration of community spirit, Australian talent, and the beautiful St Kilda foreshore. Since the first St Kilda Festival in 1980, this well-loved annual summer celebration has established itself as an iconic event that brings the community together. Saturday – 14 February 2026 First Peoples First DAY 1 is dedicated to First Peoples programming and activities, with a cracking line up of established and emerging First Peoples artists across the Main Stage to the Optus Stage at O'Donnell Gardens. Don't miss any of the action from morning until evening, including a glorious sunset ceremony to wrap up a beautiful day of music and good times. https://www.stkildafestival.com.au/day-1-first-peoples-first/ The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Fred Gesha, Festival Lead, First People’s First Day, St Kilda Festival, First Peoples First appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

MACCA’s  Back! Macca and Nevena are back in the hosting seats together this week. Macca and Nevena take you through the week that was, views, reviews and news plus a very special message from Macca. The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Weekly Wrap Up with Nevena and Macca, “Special Message from Macca” appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live on air by Bruce Wolpe, Senior Fellow, US Study Centre,  as they discuss New Australian Ambassador  to the US; escalation of ICE activity in Minnesota: Where now with Epstein files? Bruce Wolpe is a Senior Fellow (non-resident) at the United States Studies Centre. Bruce is a regular contributor on US politics across media platforms in Australia. In recent years, Bruce has worked with the Democrats in Congress during President Barack Obama’s first term, and on the staff of Prime Minister Julia Gillard. He has also served as the former PM’s chief of staff. Bruce’s most recent article for the ABC can be found here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-01/stephen-miller-donald-trumps-immigration-policy-architect/106272938 The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Bruce Wolpe, Senior Fellow, US Study Centre, New Australian Ambassador  to the US; escalation of ICE activity in Minnesota: Where now with Epstein files? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Josh Burns talks to Nevena and Macca about extremism, Sovereign Citizens, the Epstein Files, Federal Government Update. Josh Burns @JoshBurnsMP is ALP @AustralianLabor member for McNamara and conviction politician https://www.themonthly.com.au/josh-burns/2025-12-18/lessons-bondi The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Josh Burns, MP McNamara, Latest from Canberra, and Latest on the Epstein Files. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Nevena are joined live in the studio by Georgie Purcell and very special guest Lilah Rose.  Georgie Purcell is a Victorian Member of Parliament representing the Northern Victoria Region for the Animal Justice Party (AJP). Elected in November 2022, she is one of the youngest women ever to serve in the  Victorian Legislative Council. Prior to entering Parliament, Georgie worked as a Digital Campaigner at United Voice (now United Workers Union), a Communications Adviser at Industry Super Australia and was Chief of Staff to Andy Meddick MP. She was prompted to run for Parliament as she wanted to see more young people represented in our parliaments, and to advance animal protection at a legislative level. Georgie is passionate about improving the protection of animals – whether they be farmed, native or companion animals. Her priorities include banning duck shooting, securing an inquiry into greyhound racing, supporting Victoria’s wildlife rescuers and carers, stopping commercial kangaroo slaughter, improving accessibility to vets and introducing a subsidised vet care system in the state. The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Georgie Purcell, Senator, Nthrn Victoria, Animal Justice Party, Pets are now included in DV protections in VIC appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca talk to Charlie Lewis, Reporter at large, Crikey, The Melania Movie, Has Mainstream Media Got Amnesia Over Pauline Hanson? and the failed bomb attack in WA now  officially an attempted act of terrorism Charlie Lewis is Crikey's reporter-at-large, focusing on politics, culture, history and the US. Got a tip? Contact him securely on Signal @clewis.25. He was Crikey's Tips and Murmurs editor between 2020 and 2025. He has previously worked across government and unions and was a researcher on RN's Daily Planet. He currently co-hosts Spin Cycle on Triple R radio. Charlie Lewis  frequently analyses and critiques the politics of One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson, often highlighting her media coverage, policy positions, and use of populist rhetoric. Lewis has documented the normalization of her views and the media’s, in his view, amnestic approach to her long-term political activities.  https://www.crikey.com.au/2025/12/19/pauline-hanson-media-coverage-one-nation/ The post Sat, 7th, Feb, 2026: Charlie Lewis, Reporter at large, Crikey, The Melania Movie, Has Mainstream Media Got Amnesia Over Pauline Hanson? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Kenny are joined live in the studio by Alex Makin, Lord Mayor, City of Port Phillip, Latest in City of Port Phillip; Alex also took part in the Plunge for Pride abseiling from the top of the Pride Centre. Alex Makin, has lived in Port Phillip for over a decade, residing in Port Melbourne and the Montague Ward, drawn to its vibrant community and central location to beaches, markets, arts and culture. Alex brings extensive experience from both the private and not-for-profit sectors. He founded and ran a consulting business for nearly a decade before transitioning into strategic management roles within the not-for-profit sector. Alex is also a lecturer in postgraduate studies teaching Business Strategy, Marketing and Data Analytics. His leadership journey began as one of Victoria's youngest politically independent Mayors. He previously served on Maroondah City Council (2005 to 2012) and as Mayor in 2010, where he helped transform Ringwood into a dynamic urban centre. He will be drawing on this experience to help Fishermans Bend fulfil its potential as Australia's largest urban renewal. The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Alex Makin, Lord Mayor, City of Port Phillip, Latest in City of Port Phillip including the forthcoming St Kilda Festival appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Kenny and Misha are joined live on air by  Nicholas Reece – Lord Mayor of Melbourne, as they discuss The LOVING exhibition at City Gallery, Midsumma, AO26 The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Nicholas Reece – Lord Mayor of Melbourne, The LOVING exhibition at City Gallery, Midsumma, AO26 appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena, Misha and Kenny are joined live on air by Ged Kearney – MP Cooper – Asst Min for Prevention of Family Violence & Asst Min Social Service, Ged Kearney is the Australian Labor Party MP for Cooper (since 2018) and serves as the Federal Assistant Minister for Social Services and Assistant Minister for Prevention of Family Violence. In this appearance  JOY Media, she discussed new more new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics opening + Fed/State hospital funding deal struck yesterday by National Cabinet The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Ged Kearney – MP Cooper – Asst Min for Prevention of Family Violence & Asst Min Social Service, new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics Opening appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

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 Affirmation Station is Australia's first dedicated, trans-led community and peer support hub, created in partnership with Transgender Victoria (TGV). It offers a space to explore gender identity, access peer navigation, shop for gender-affirming items, and engage in social activities. Affirmation Station is Australia’s first trans-led community and peer support hub run by Transgender Victoria. This dedicated trans-centric space offers a range of gender-affirming services in a friendly and safer environment. Connect with community, explore your gender and purchase gender-affirming items, all under one roof. https://www.tgv.org.au/affirmation-station The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Vicki Ward – MP Eltham & Min for Equality, New Transgender Vic Affirmation Stations appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Kenny are joined live in the studio by Lucio Ribeiro – Chief Innovation Officer, TBWA Australia; RMIT Lecturer & Forbes Columnist, Will AI Democratise or Terrorise? 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 Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Lucio Ribeiro – Chief Innovation Officer, TBWA Australia; Will AI Democratise or Terrorise? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Kenny are driving seat this week, with Jon Wintle on the panel. As they discuss what’s coming up on this week’s show. The news, views, reviews of the week that was and a special on air guest appearance by Paul Horwell, President of the Victoria Pride Centre as he discusses Plunge for Pride, Midsumma, Pride March and so much more… The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Weekly Wrap Up with Nevena, Kenny and Special Guest Paul Horwell appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

For the last segment of the week, Nevena and Kenny were joined live in the studio by Glen Charlie Dunks, Film Critics as they discuss the 2026 Oscar Nominations. Glenn Charlie Dunks is an award-winning film critic from Melbourne, Australia. He is the founder and writer behind the reDocumented website, launched in May 2025. For ten years, Glenn has been an active part of the Australian film scene as a critic and journalist. Getting his start with the Geelong/Surf Coast-based street press Forte Magazine, he progressed to writing regularly for Trespass and Onya Magazine as well as his personal blog. In 2010, Glenn began writing film reviews and features for Australian print institution The Big Issue. In the following decade, he has contributed to world-renowned publications such as The Guardian, Vanity Fair and The Film Experience where he covers documentary film on a weekly basis. In Australia, his work has been published across outlets including Metro Magazine, ScreenHub, Flicks Australia, Junkee, SBS Film, SBS Sexuality, Broadsheet, Quickflix, Concrete Playground and the online edition of Overland Journal. He is also the regular film critic for Air Nuigini’s Paradise Magazine. His work has been republished by IndieWire's Women and Hollywood blog and the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance union's quarterly print publication The Equity Magazine. He has also been spotlighted by The Age. In 2013 he sat on the FIPRESCI Jury for the 56th San Francisco International Film Festival alongside Vincent Musetto and Mario Abbade, awarding their top prize to Sébastien Betbeder’s Nights with Théodore. In 2014, he joined the FIPRESCI Jury of the 25th Stockholm International Film Festival alongside Quirijn Foeken and Dieter Wieczorek, with the award going to Savario Costanzo's Hungry Hearts starring Adam Driver. In 2020, Glenn joined the ‘virtual’ DOK Leipzig festival with Yun-hua Chen and Hrvoje Puksek, awarding Dario Doria’s Vincenta. Later in 2016, he was on the competition jury for the 2nd Czech & Slovak Film Festival of Australia alongside Hayley Inch and Tom Clift, awarding Marko Skop's Eva Nova. Additionally, he has worked as a programming consultant for the San Francisco International Film Festival and the Sydney Underground Film Festival. In 2019, he moderated an industry panel Q&A at the Environmental Film Festival of Australia for the film Grit. Glenn has also been a judge on the ATOM Awards documentary selection panels across four separate years. In 2022, he became a voter for the Golden Globe Awards. In 2023, he was once again accepted as an international voter for the awards. Glenn has attended and/or covered a further variety of other festivals including Sundance, New York, Tribeca, DOC NYC, NewFest, BAMcinemaFest, Dances with Films, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne Queer, Mardi Gras Film Festival, and a variety of local cultural film events including the Russian, French and Spanish film festivals and AFI/AACTA Awards. In 2013 he also attended and covered the Twin Peaks Festival in North Bend, Washington State. As an interviewer, Glenn has spoken to some of the most accomplished and respected names in film in Australia and the world. Filmmakers and artists including Tim Burton, Amy Adams, John Waters, Margaret Cho, Guy Maddin, Isaac Julien, Neil Armfield, Rachel Perkins, Sam Neill, Jamie Babbit, Grímur Hákonarson, Stephen Dunn, Andrew Ahn, Grant Scicluna, Matt Sobel, Christoph Waltz, Krysten Ritter, Sophie Hyde, Bentley Dean, Sara Jordenö, Max Gogarty, William Fairman, Nickolas Bird, Poppy Stockell, Charlie Hill-Smith, Nick Eynaud, Lucy Fry and John Jarratt. The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Glen Charlie Dunks, Film Critic, Oscar Nominations: Sunrises? Shuns? and Duds? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Kenny are joined live in the studio by Misha Ketchell – Editor, The Conversation, Demise of VIcHealth; Coalition chaos; Australia Day bomb in Perth; Herzog visit; Trump’s Board of Peace, The post Sat, 31st Jan, 2026: Misha Ketchell – Editor, The Conversation, Demise of VIcHealth; Coalition chaos; Australia Day bomb in Perth; Herzog visit; Trump’s Board of Peace appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca talk to Oscar Revelins, live  in the studio to talk to  about the process of going about being published in Australia if you’re a new author. Oscar Revelins studied theatre, film, and television at the University of California, Los Angeles, before pivoting to English Literature and graduating with a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Western Australia. He was born in Melbourne, spent nine years in Los Angeles, and then two in Perth, before settling back in Melbourne, where he currently resides. In 2025, he published his debut novel Delicate Friends, won the Varnish Prize for Fiction with The Light Declines, received third prize at the My Brother Jack Literary Awards with Bishops, and was selected for the Perth Queer Film Festival with After The Funeral. In 2024, he was published on the Grattan Street Press blog with his article What I Wish I'd Known Trying to Publish a Book at 23 with No Connections. As a teenager in high school, his two novellas Smoke Tricks and Deserted received gold and silver keys respectively from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards in 2017. https://www.oscarrevelins.com/delicatefriends Perth, Western Australia. Spring bleeds into a sweltering summer as twenty-year-old Austin finds himself in unfamiliar territory. After abandoning his grief-stained life in Melbourne, reinvention could be his salvation – if only he knew where to find it. As Austin navigates class dynamics, social isolation, and a taut relationship with his estranged cousin, he meets Ezra: handsome, older, and romantically jaded. Where Austin is reckless and petulant, Ezra is measured and guarded, though despite their polarity, they find themselves entangled in an unorthodox friendship that teeters between desire and disaster. When wounds from both their pasts reopen, they must face the uncertainty of vulnerability or risk losing themselves – and each other – in the process. ‘Delicate Friends' explores the thrilling yet painful grey area between friends and lovers, and charts the masochistic games we play in the pursuit of belonging. The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Oscar Revelins, Author of Delicate Friends appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Nevena are in the hosting seats this week as they discuss the news, views and reviews of the week that was and what’s coming up on this week’s programme. The post Saturday, 24th, January, 2026: Weekly Wrap Up with Nevena and Macca appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

First guest this week is show regular and Joy supporter, Aiv Puglielli, Member, Victorian Legislative Council (Victorian Greens), who was live in the studio with Macca and Nevena. Aiv Puglielli is a member of the Victorian Legislative Council representing North-East Metropolitan Region for the Victorian Greens. With a background in the arts as a composer and producer, Aiv brings a creative lens to politics and is an advocate for climate action, housing justice and community-led solutions. Aiv has worked across grassroots campaigns and in parliament since 2022, focusing on progressive policies that protect the environment while supporting workers and local communities. Aiv discussed New addition to his family (adopted Great Dane Hildegard) and Midsumma The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Aiv Puglielli, MP Greens, Nth Eastern Metro, Midsumma, Politics Update appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live on air by Melissa Coade, Editor – The Mandarin (Sister Publication Crikey); Latest Machinations in Canberra, The Coalition split and so much more. Melissa Coade is The Mandarin's news editor based in Canberra's parliamentary press gallery. She has had various government, communications and legal roles, and has written for the Law Society of NSW journal (LSJ) and Lawyers Weekly. The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Melissa Coade, Editor – The Mandarin (Sister Publication Crikey); Latest Machinations in Canberra appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live in the studio by Rachel Westaway, Lib Prahran, Shadow Asst Min Small, Business + Hosp. Reinvigorating destination Melbourne, Midsumma Carnival, Federal Coalition Situation Before representing Prahran in State Parliament, Rachel Westaway, had a distinguished career within corporate, industry and public service roles. This included as a senior Commonwealth Tribunal member in migration, child support and social security matters and as Victorian Assistant Commissioner for Freedom of Information. Rachel has run her own business and is also a qualified teacher. A previous head of marketing at The Age Newspaper, New Idea magazine and SBS, an early career highlight was her creating the giant Caramello Koala working at Cadbury. Rachel has raised three children with all attending local schools and has lived in the local area for over 20 years. Her family has long been engaged in our great community, including with the Prahran Junior Football Club and Toorak Prahran Cricket Club along with our dynamic local arts sector. Rachel is a strident supporter of our diverse community, from our local businesses, to our dynamic fashion, health and medical science, hospitality and creative sectors. Rachel was born in Melbourne and comes from Thai Chinese heritage and is the former President of the Thai Australian Chamber, which encouraged trade and positive relationships between Australia and Thailand. The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Rachel Westaway, Lib Prahran, Shadow Asst Min Small, Business + Hosp. Reinvigorating destination Melbourne, Midsumma Carnival, Federal Coalition Situation appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live on air by Josh Moyes – Writer & Actor, Finding Glitter in the Storm, Midsumma Premier From a Unique Queer Voice Josh Moyes, a queer kid growing up in Byron, just wanted a doll for Christmas, but ‘Santa’ left a bong. Finding Glitter in the Storm is a darkly comic queer coming-of-age story. After moving from Geelong (Djilang) to the outskirts of Byron Bay (Bundjalung Nation), where the family bought a pirate ship, they were quickly crowned the town pirates – a perfect analogy for their beautiful dysfunction. Josh – queer, tender, and a rainbow rebel from a crew of renegade castaways – discovered how to find the sparkle looking from the shore at a sea of stoners and wave-chasers. Josh playfully and respectfully unpacks contradictions in the Byron Bay laid-back lifestyle. The show offers a unique voice about the unexpected beauty in growing up different. Through heart, humour, and unfiltered honesty, this skilful storytelling will leave you grinning and a little braver.  Josh Moyes (writer, actor). A neurodivergent artist, Josh began studying performance at WAAPA before completing a Bachelor of Creative Writing at Curtin University. He trained in Los Angeles with acclaimed acting coach Eric Morris, performed playback theatre at festivals around Australia, and his storytelling was praised at The Moth by comedian the late Cal Wilson as “superb – great story.” With years in the community and humanities sectors, Josh brings lived experience and lyrical wit to the stage. Finding Glitter in the Storm marks the emergence of a distinctive new voice in Australian theatre – funny, fierce, and deeply human. Accompanied by an atmospheric musical instrument guest, this Midsumma premiere celebrates the courage it takes to keep dancing in the downpour – a love letter to the misfits and late bloomers, and a call to and from the inner artist in us all who never quite fit the script. A spectacle, it proves that glitter can always be found in the storm. The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Josh Moyes – Writer & Actor, Finding Glitter in the Storm, Midsumma Premier From a Unique Queer Voice appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Nevena are joined live on air by Dr. Chris Pepin-Neff, Asso. Professor of Public Policy, Uni of Sydney, ‘The Emotion of Shark Attacks’. Dr. Chris Pepin-Neff is an Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Sydney in the Discipline of Government and International Relations, specializing in emotional public policymaking, LGBTQ politics, and the “politics of shark attacks”. They authored Flaws: Shark Bites and Emotional Public Policymaking and are known for research on reducing public fear of sharks. https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-10976-9 This book examines the policymaking process following highly emotional events. It focuses on the politics of shark “attacks” by looking at policy responses to tragic shark bites in Florida, Australia, and South Africa. The book reviews these cases by identifying the flaws in the human-shark relationship, including the way sharks are portrayed as the enemy, the way shark bites are seen as intentional, and how policy responses appear to be based on public safety. Flaws identifies politicians as the true sharks of this story for their manipulation of tragic circumstances to protect their own interests. It argues that shark bites are ungovernable accidents of nature, and that we are “in the way, not on the menu.” https://www.abc.net.au/religion/chris-pepin-neff-sharkscaping-jaws-moral-panic-sharks/105471390 https://www.facebook.com/Sunrise/videos/1005377682658008/ The post Sat, 24th, Jan, 2026: Dr. Chris Pepin-Neff, Asso. Professor of Public Policy, Uni of Sydney, ‘The Emotion of Shark Attacks’. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Paul are joined live on air by Thorne Harbour Health, interim CEO, Kent Burgess, as they discuss THH Midsumma events; Long acting injectable PrEP; support for Equality Australia’s call for our inclusion in anti-vilification reform. The post Sat, 17th, Jan, 2026: Kent Burgess – Interim CEO, Thorne Harbour Health, Midsumma Events appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

The week that was and what’s coming up in this week’s programme with Macca and Paul Horwell. Executive Producer Kenny Hill drops by to talk about getting involved with Saturday Magazine The post Sat, 17th Jan 2026: Weekly Wrap Up with Macca and Paul appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca are joined live on air by Charlie Lewis, Reporter at Large, Crikey , as they discuss the cancellation of Adelaide Writers Festival, New Hate Speech Laws and Kevin Rudd stepping down from US Ambassadorship. Charlie Lewis is Crikey's reporter-at-large, focusing on politics, culture, history and the US. Got a tip? Contact him securely on Signal @clewis.25. He was Crikey's Tips and Murmurs editor between 2020 and 2025. He has previously worked across government and unions and was a researcher on RN's Daily Planet. He currently co-hosts Spin Cycle on Triple R radio. The post Sat, 17th Jan, 2026: Charlie Lewis, Reporter at Large, Crikey, Cancellation Adelaide Writers’ Festival, Kevin Rudd, Hate Speech appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca talk to Heather Corkhill – Legal Dir, Equality Aust: Shortcomings of New Hate Speech Laws Heather Corkhill is a dedicated human rights and anti-discrimination law and policy specialist. With combined qualifications and experience in law, mediation and film production, Heather is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and human rights for LGBTIQ+ Australians, addressing systemic issues through practical and innovative solutions. The post Sat, 17th, Jan 2026: Heather Corkhill – Legal Dir, Equality Aust: Shortcomings of New Hate Speech Laws appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Paul talk to Dr Sarah Mansfield, Dep Leader Vic Greens, MLC Western VIC, about major planning reform to fundamentally change affordable housing in VIC + how VIC dealt with anti-vilification laws. Prior to entering Parliament, Sarah worked as a general practitioner. She has experience working with people experiencing homelessness and in aged care, and she served as a councillor at the City of Greater Geelong from 2017 until she was elected to state parliament. As a GP, she could see that the things that have the biggest impact on people’s health and wellbeing are our social and physical environment. They aren’t things that can be addressed in a clinic, they require systemic change by government. She sought to do this through her role as a councillor, but over the years she became increasingly frustrated, seeing her region being left behind by state governments. There was only so much that could be achieved at local government level on issues critical for our health and wellbeing, like improved public transport, affordable housing, access to healthcare and essential services, and action on the climate crisis. These issues are what prompted her to run for Parliament. The post Sat, 17th, Jan, 2026: Dr Sarah Mansfield, Dep Leader Vic Greens, MLC Western VIC, How Vic has dealt with Anti-Vilification Laws appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

.Paul and Macca talk to Dean Narramore, Senior Meteorologist, Bureau of Meteorology as they discuss the extreme weather across Australia at the moment, including floods and rains in Queensland and bushfires in regional Victoria. The post Sat, 17th, Jan, 2026: Dean Narramore, Senior Meteorologist BOM, Extreme Weather Across Australia appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Paul are joined live on air by Frances Atkinson,  freelance writer, former journalist/deputy editor The Age newspaper (GreenGuide, Arts), columnist (Under Age, The Sunday Age) avid reader, freelance book reviewer who lives in Melbourne, Australia. Frances has a special interest in  Children’s Literature (post-grad-cert Child.Lit Deakin University); her  reviews/interviews have been published in The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, UpperCase Magazine, The Courier Mail, The Brisbane Times, The Canberra Times and Illawarra Mercury. Frances discusses her latest reviews and what’s she been reading over the summer. The post Sat, 17th Jan 2026: Frances Atkinson – Freelance Writer, Book Reviewer, Critic & Cultural Commentator; ‘Summer Reads’ appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Paul and Macca are joined live on air, by  Matthew Mitcham OAM OLY is a retired, highly decorated Australian diver, and now a thriving as an author, speaker, MC, and cabaret performer, advocating for mental health and LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Matt's famous for winning Olympic gold in the 10m platform at Beijing 2008 with the highest-ever dive score and for being the first openly gay Olympic champion. Beyond diving, he’s a successful cabaret performer, author, speaker, and advocate for mental health and LGBTQIA+ issues, having transitioned from a trampolinist background to achieve diving’s “golden trifecta” (Olympics, World Cup, Commonwealth Games). Matt is starring in an exciting new production of Afterglow,  for the Midsumma festival. S. Asher Gelman international hit play AFTERGLOW is heading to Melbourne for its highly anticipated Australian premiere! When Josh and Alex, a married couple in an open relationship, invite Darius to share their bed for a night, a new and intimate connection is ignited. As all three men come to terms with their individual definitions of love, loyalty, and trust, relationships are challenged and futures are shaken. A raw, funny, and sensual exploration of polyamory, commitment, and modern love. The stellar cast of three comprises Julian Curtis (Gaslight, Cock, Dance Academy), gold medal winning Olympic diver Matthew Mitcham (Strangers in Between, Jock Night, The Pool) and Matthew Predny (Titanique, Avenue Q, Kinky Boots). After its critical success Off-Broadway and productions around the globe, Afterglow now brings its modern, intimate exploration of desire, honesty, and connection to Melbourne audiences! The post Sat, 17th Jan 2026: Matthew Mitcham, OAM OLY, Retired Australian Diver, Afterglow, Chapel off Chapel, Midsumma appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Luke Dennehy, Public relations, Tennis Australia, joins Nevena, Macca and as they discuss the Pride Slam, Australian Open and so much more. Luke Dennehy is an Australian freelance journalist, media, and PR professional known for his work in entertainment and media, including contributions to Melbourne’s JOY 94.9 radio station and their “Saturday Magazine” show, often discussing media, public relations, and events like the Australian Open, demonstrating strong connections in Australian media, sports, and entertainment.  The post Sat, 10th, Jan, 2026: Luke Dennehy, Public relations, Tennis Australia, Australian Open, Pride Slam appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined live on air by Bruce Wolpe-Snr Fellow US Study Centre, Donald Trump takes Venezuela – is Colombia next? Why does he want Greenland so much and what is this doing to world order? https://www.ussc.edu.au/trump-takes-out-maduro-but-can-the-democrats-take-out-trump “Deposing Maduro is one thing. But Trump's assertion throughout his press conference on the attack that the United States would be running Venezuela, and that the United States would take over Venezuela's oil industry to benefit the United States, was another. Was Trump going back to Bush-Obama nation-building and the forever wars he decried? While there are Trump MAGA isolationists not happy with this adventure, the clear military success of the mission has subdued their voices – for now. Bruce Wolpe is a Senior Fellow (non-resident) at the United States Studies Centre. Bruce is a regular contributor on US politics across media platforms in Australia. In recent years, Bruce has worked with the Democrats in Congress during President Barack Obama's first term, and on the staff of Prime Minister Julia Gillard. He has also served as the former PM's chief of staff. Bruce is author of Trump's Australia, an examination of Donald Trump's possible return to the presidency and the issues presented to Australia (Allen & Unwin, 2023), The Committee, a study of President Obama's legislative agenda in Congress (University of Michigan Press, 2018, 2d Edition September 2021) and Lobbying Congress: How The System Works (Congressional Quarterly Books, 1990, 1996). Trump's framing opened another front: between the president and the Democrats in Congress. But just like so many other times over the last year, the Democrats have less impact when they fire in multiple directions” The post Sat, 10th, Jan, 2026: Bruce Wolpe-Snr Fellow US Study Centre, Donald Trump takes Venezuela – is Colombia next? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are joined in the studio by Karen Bryant, CEO of Midsumma @midsumma as she updates us on the festival, Pride March in Melbourne, festival highlights,  as well as what else happening for the festival in 2026. The post Sat, 10th, Jan, 2026: Karen Bryant, CEO of Midsumma, What’s Happening in 2026? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Nevena and Macca are back in the hosting seats and back for 2026! Join Nevena and Macca as they discuss the news of the week that was. The Australian Open. Latest news from America and Trump and so much more Nevena also discusses with Macca why she loves the Australian Open The post Saturday, 10th, Jan, 2026: Weekly Wrap Up With Nevena and Macca; Why Nev Loves the Oz Open! appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Macca and Nev are joined live on air, calling in directly from Kyneton, Josh Burns, ALP Member for McNamara; Royal Commission into Antisemitism and what is on the agenda in 2026 in Federal Parliament. The post Sat, 10th, Jan, 2026: Josh Burns, ALP Member for McNamara; Royal Commission into Antisemitism & The Year Ahead In Politics appeared first on Saturday Magazine.