The Sunday Read: Paul Daley on Going the Distance in an EV - Podcast
Guardian Australia columnist Paul Daley embarks on his first holiday road trip in an electric vehicle amid heightened fuel insecurity caused by the US‑Israel conflict over Iran. The podcast chronicles his experience navigating long distances, frequent charging breaks, and the logistical hurdles of EV travel. Daley reflects on the unexpected beauty he discovers during the journey, turning a practical challenge into a personal narrative. The episode is part of the Full Story daily news podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Decoding America: The US Says War with Iran Is over - Is It?
The Guardian podcast "Decoding America" examines the White House’s claim that the war with Iran has ended, labeling the operation "Epic Fury" as concluded while the strategic Strait of Hormuz blockade persists. Hosts Reged Ahmad and Jonathan Yerushalmy probe the...
Hantavirus Explained: How Does It Spread and Who Is Most at Risk? – Podcast
Three passengers died and seven cases of hantavirus have been identified on a cruise ship sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde, according to the World Health Organization. Two cases were confirmed by laboratory testing while five remain suspected. WHO is...
Sanae Takaichi’s Push to Change Japan’s Pacifist Constitution – Podcast
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced plans to amend Japan’s post‑war constitution, targeting the pacifist Article 9 for the first time since 1947. She argues the clause unduly restricts Japan’s self‑defence capabilities and hampers support for allies such as the United...
The Sunday Read: The Real Cost of Labor’s NDIS Cuts - Podcast
The latest Full Story podcast, "Back to Back Barries: Can Labor’s ‘tough decisions’ save the NDIS?", examines the Australian Labor government’s plan to slash funding for the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The episode outlines a proposed $2.5 billion cut over four...
Newsroom Edition: We Are in a ‘Fossil-Fuel Crisis’. Is Labor Meeting the Moment? - Podcast
The Guardian podcast examines how the war launched by the US and Israel against Iran has ignited a fresh fossil‑fuel crisis, driving oil prices to multi‑year highs. The conflict’s economic fallout has unexpectedly sharpened attention on renewable energy as governments...
How Bad Is the Australian Economy Going to Get? - Podcast
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers warned that the nation’s economy is increasingly vulnerable as the US‑Israel conflict with Iran drags on. The podcast features political editor Tom McIlroy, business editor Jonathan Barrett and host Nour Haydar discussing how the war is amplifying global supply‑chain...
Is Keir Starmer ‘Complacent’ on Defence? – Podcast
In a Guardian Politics Weekly podcast, Labour leader Keir Starmer defended his government against peer George Robertson’s accusation that Labour is complacent on defence funding. Starmer argued the current fiscal constraints and competing priorities explain the slower pace of defence...
Trump and Iran in Battle of the Blockades – The Latest
The United States has activated a naval blockade targeting vessels that use Iranian ports, aiming to choke Iran’s oil‑dependent economy. Despite the restriction, several Iran‑linked tankers have already transited the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows a weekend of stalled...
Everything You Need to Know About Artemis II so Far – Podcast
The Guardian’s Science Weekly podcast recaps NASA’s Artemis II mission, where the four‑astronaut crew broke Apollo 13’s distance‑from‑Earth record during a ten‑day lunar flyby. The episode details technical hiccups the crew faced, the breathtaking views of the Moon, and the intense emotional...
How the War on Iran Has Brought Reality Crashing Down on Donald Trump - Podcast
The Guardian podcast examines how the escalating war between Iran and its regional adversaries is challenging former President Donald Trump’s long‑standing belief that he can shape global events at will. Host David Smith interviews analyst Reged Ahmad, who argues that...
Will Trump Put Boots on the Ground in Iran? – The Latest
The United States has moved thousands of soldiers and Marines into the Middle East, signaling a shift toward a more forward‑deployed posture. Former President Donald Trump has reignited talk of a direct strike on Iran’s energy infrastructure, even suggesting seizure...
What Is Netanyahu’s Endgame in Iran War? – The Latest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is positioning Israel for a prolonged confrontation with Iran, seeking to weaken Tehran's nuclear ambitions while avoiding a full‑scale war. He is leveraging diplomatic pressure, covert operations, and regional alliances, especially with Saudi Arabia and...
Iran Says Trump ‘Negotiating with Himself’: What Next for War? - The Latest
Donald Trump maintains that Iran remains open to a peace deal despite Tehran's outright rejection of the United States' latest proposal. Iran responded with a five‑point counterproposal, insisting the conflict will conclude on its own terms. The exchange underscores a...
Trump Rows Back on Strait of Hormuz Threat – What Next? | Podcast
President Donald Trump has extended by five days the deadline to "hit and obliterate" Iran's power stations and energy infrastructure if Tehran does not restore free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The shift follows earlier, more aggressive rhetoric threatening...