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Send us a text What if a simple shot of Malort could change the course of your Friday night? Welcome to a packed episode of the Ben Maynard program, where we tackle everything from technical glitches to new camera angles, all while keeping you entertained with the infamous Malort Challenge and our fan-favorite music trivia game, Stump the Chump. Wh…

Mike speaks with workplace culture and leadership expert Tammy Tansley to explore whether Elon Musk’s recent mandates could happen in Australia. Unlike the U.S., Australian employees have the right to ignore work-related contact outside work hours. Recently, Musk emailed millions of U.S. federal employees, demanding weekly progress reports and warn…

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Mike Jeffreys’ weekly talk with Leith Van Onselen, Chief Economist at the MB Fund & Co-founder of Macrobusiness, to dissect the politics behind Australia’s economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike speaks with dog behavior expert Kathy Kopellis McLeod to uncover why dogs dislike certain people. Dogs react to anything they find unusual, especially if it resembles a past negative experience. While well-adjusted dogs are less affected, timid ones may be triggered by hats, glasses, high-visibility clothing, loud voices, beards, children, or …

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Mike Jeffreys’ weekly chat with U.K. correspondent Enda Brady, host of Round Table On TRT World, about what's making news in the United Kingdom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike Jeffreys’ weekly political chat with Terry Barnes – Columnist, political and policy consultant & former Howard government adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

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Mike speaks with Professor Nicole Lee, psychologist and CEO of Hello Sunday Morning, about whether AI can replace traditional therapy. AI is reshaping mental health and addiction support, offering new tools to ease pressure on Australia’s overwhelmed treatment system. While it can improve accessibility and affordability, it can’t replace the vital …

Mike speaks with Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders Australia, about the launch of Construct Your Career: The Ultimate Guide to Jobs in Building and Construction. This comprehensive guide, created to tackle workforce shortages, provides up-to-date insights on over 50 roles in the industry—both on and off the tools. It covers training pathways, sal…

Mike Jeffreys is joined by Sarah Boorer, Communications professional & CWA award-winning cook, to look at the world of baked goods, delicious treats and & easy recipes. This week Sarah whips up Chocolate Peppermint Slice (recipe courtesy Australian Women’s Weekly) Ingredients 250 gram chocolate ripple biscuits 150 gram unsalted butter, melted 2 1/4…

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Professor David Flint chats to Mike Jeffreys on the week’s important issues & political news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

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Mike speaks with Michael Shoebridge, Director of Strategic Analysis Australia, who says China’s military actions are clear threats disguised as strategic signals. As the Chinese navy prepares to fire missiles off Australia’s east coast, Beijing is asserting its dominance - operating freely, testing weapons, and gathering intelligence without restra…

The cost of living crisis is forcing many separating couples to stay under the same roof due to high expenses and a rental shortage. Mike speaks with Conflict Resolution Expert & Co-Parenting Institute Founder Lisanne Iriks, who shares her top tips for managing this situation: Make agreements – Set clear expectations. Create a parenting plan – Deci…

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Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 25th February See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike Jeffreys chats with Russell Setright, Australia’s best known Naturopath & author of ‘Get Well in the Golden Years, to get the latest in health and well-being news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike speaks with Michelle Moriarty, Grief Expert, Social Worker, and Founder of Grief Connect, about what not to say to someone who’s grieving. Grief is deeply personal, yet many struggle with what to say. Well-meaning comments can unintentionally worsen isolation. Based on her experience as a young widow, Michelle shares the top five things to avo…

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Mike speaks with Professor Sally Gainsbury, Director of the Gambling Treatment & Research Clinic at the University of Sydney, about whether financial stress drives more gambling. Despite harm minimisation measures, NSW poker machine losses hit a record $8.64 billion last year. The latest data shows a 7% rise in gaming profits for pubs and clubs - N…

Mike speaks with Strategic Psychotherapist Bronwyn Penhaligon about why we always want what others have. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “comparison is the thief of joy,” yet we often fall into the trap—scrolling social media, hearing others’ successes, and feeling inadequate. But your journey is uniquely yours, and comparing yourself to others only cl…

Mike speaks with Warren Davies, Community Mental Health Recovery Expert and The Unbreakable Farmer, about farmers’ fight against renewable energy projects. While transmission lines are essential for renewables, they disrupt farmland, impact food production, and now, developers can access land without owners’ consent—outraging farmers in NSW and Vic…

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Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 24th February See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike Jeffreys talks movies and entertainment with Alex First, editor of itellyouwhatithink.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

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Mike is joined by Michael Pachi, Nine Radio’s Federal Politics Editor, to recap the key moments of the week in federal politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike Jeffreys is joined by Brendan O’Neill, journalist & Editor of Spiked / Host of the Spiked podcast & author of ‘After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation’, to dissect the stories making headlines in the U.K. & the world over the past week. You can keep up to date with Brendan’s most recent work by visiting the ‘Spiked’ …

Mike speaks with Dr. Marny Lishman, Health & Community Psychologist, about her latest book, 'Crisis to Contentment: The Getting of Wisdom, Mid-Life'. The book explores the challenges of midlife - career shifts, parenting, elder care, loss, loneliness, divorce, and navigating societal changes - while highlighting the power of reflection and life exp…

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Mike Jeffreys has a weekly chat with Sue Dodd from the Sydney Markets about what bargains are on offer at the markets this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 20th February See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

Aussie historian, author & entertainer Jim Haynes joins Overnight each week for his unique knowledge of songs from Australia’s history. This week Jim shines the spotlight on his ‘Don’t Fence Me In / Among The Gum Trees’ duet with Wayne Horsburgh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.De către 2GB

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Mike is joined by A.G. Gancarski, journalist with the New York Post, to discuss Donald Trump’s recent social media comments about Zelenskyy. Trump called Zelenskyy "a modestly successful comedian" who convinced the U.S. to spend $350 billion on a war that could never be won. Trump also criticised Zelenskyy for manipulating Biden and warned him to a…

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Mike speaks with Associate Professor Aditya Paranjape from Monash University’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering about the Toronto plane crash. Professor Paranjape explains that while a full investigation will determine the exact cause, the crash may have resulted from pilot overcorrection, compounded by a sudden gust of wind and g…

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Mike is joined by Warren Hogan, Managing Director of EQ Economics and Economic Adviser to Judo Bank, to discuss the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.1%. This marks the first reduction in borrowing costs since 2020, a move widely anticipated by markets and economists. See omnystudio.com/liste…

Mike is joined by Sleep & Performance Expert Amanda Slinger to discuss how to turbocharge an afternoon nap. Good news for coffee lovers - your morning latte isn’t the enemy of great sleep! Used wisely, caffeine can enhance energy, focus, and performance. “Caffeine boosts alertness - if you time it right,” says Slinger. “Morning coffee aligns with y…

Mike is joined by Dr. Tanveer Ahmed, Psychiatrist & Social Commentator, who sees the recent anti-Israel rants as a wake-up call for peace-loving Muslims. As a doctor at Bankstown Hospital - the workplace of the two nurses caught on video making antisemitic threats - Ahmed feels their outburst has tarnished the important work of many. While shocking…