Michael McLaren is not one to say “I told you so”, but his warnings of irresponsible government spending and consecutive deficits have come to roost. The Afternoons host has taken a close look at the current state of France, drawing comparisons to Australia and has also questioned whether the next generation is aware of the […]
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BREAKING: ATO credit card ban paused
The Treasurer Jim Chalmers has stepped in and paused the controversial ATO credit card ban from coming into place next month. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images
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09/10/2026
‘There’ll be more’ – The unforeseen consequence from the Mt Pleasant Coal Mine ruling
Michael McLaren has warned that the Mt Pleasant Coal Mine ruling could lead to more attempts by activists to stymie other coal mine expansions. With more than 3600 cases before courts across the world, McLaren says activists could misinterpret how the findings could be applied. “It’s lawfare in the form of activists using every nook […]
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08/10/2026
Tough question October 7 anniversary raises about modern Australia
Three years on from the horrors of October 7, Michael McLaren speaks movingly about how deeply the current of anti-Semitism runs in some quarters in contemporary Australia and the corrosive impact it is having on our Jewish citizens, our community and our freedoms. As the next phase of insensitivity is scheduled to take place with […]
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07/10/2026
‘Don’t rush this’ – What serious immigration policy needs to focus on
Michael McLaren has warned against rushing immigration policy, as he says it’s important to get it right as infrastructure fails to keep up with population growth He’s compared One Nation’s negative migration, which could have serious consequences, to the Liberals’ planned migration cuts, which have a budget-neutral impact. “Ultimately, what we’re dealing with here is […]
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06/10/2026
With housing supply strained across Australia, Angus Taylor broke down his controversial proposal to roll back temporary graduate and bridging visas. Stream the full interview to hear how the Coalition intends to balance immigration cuts with a $5 billion infrastructure push. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: Facebook
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07/10/2026
Max Chandler-Mather clashes with Michael McLaren over supermarket profit figures
Tensions flare as Michael McLaren challenges Chandler-Mather’s profit statistics, pointing to actual net profit margins and questioning how a public competitor would be funded. Listen to the full fiery debate to hear how the plan addresses market dominance, corporate tax loopholes, and the reality of grocery pricing. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: […]
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06/10/2026
Is One Nation’s lack of factions the key to their political success?
From energy policy to migration, Michael McLaren outlined how factional infighting is crippling the Liberal Party’s main platform. He argued that One Nation’s direct, unified voice is winning over conservative voters who feel completely shut out by party HQ. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: Getty / Hilary Wardhaugh
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01/10/2026
Is Australia anti-business? The systemic realities behind Cue’s collapse
Michael McLaren says the downfall of Cue and Veronika Maine isn’t an isolated tragedy; it is a direct warning about Australia’s hostile business environment. Mounting compliance costs and government red tape are forcing local companies to the wall. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: iStock
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17/09/2026
Claire Lyon reveals how advice from Julie Andrews shaped her My Fair Lady role
Stars Claire Lyon and Nathaniel Parker opened up about stepping into the iconic shoes of Eliza Doolittle and Professor Henry Higgins at the Sydney Opera House. Hear how direct advice from Dame Julie Andrews gave them the confidence to make these legendary roles their own and pull off the high-stakes production. Listen to more highlights […]
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16/09/2026
Trent Nikolic from drive.com.au delves into biofuels as a green alternative and offers practical car buying advice on Afternoon Drive.
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17/06/2024
Finance expert Blake Wendt from Pretzel Finance joins Afternoons to discuss superannuation, insurance, and retirement strategies with just 12 days left until the end of the financial year.
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19/06/2024
Each Friday, Michael McLaren is joined by Domain’s Alice Stolz for ‘The Real Estate Show’, looking at Sydney’s hot property market and taking your questions. Fill in this 2GB Afternoons Property Valuation Form to send to our team! – (Your details will be stored with us so that we can take it to our Real […]
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20/03/2025
Must listen podcasts
Sometimes the very best comes AFTER the interview. Eskimo Joe frontman Kav Temperley told Deb all about what it was like working with fellow muso Ben Lee! You can subscribe to Kav’s podcast HatJam on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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