Best Clean Cut Audio Podcasts (2025)

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The ‘strangest’ press conference, Palestine recognition & Thai-Cambodian feud 25:47

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In this episode: President Trump’s shows a deep hatred of windmills during his ‘diplomatic’ trip to Scotland, and Canada moves to recognise Palestinian statehood, the latest US ally to shift its foreign policy. Plus, the Shakespearean drama fuelling deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, and when popstars meet politicians - the dark h…

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HOT SPRING LOADED - BUTT DRUGS 33:00

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In the heart of Hot Springs National Park, a bustling tourist haven in Arkansas, a routine Sunday afternoon erupts into chaos when 31-year-old Jonathan Allen Scott strides down Central Avenue, shotgun in hand, murmuring to himself and claiming to be a Secret Service agent. As panicked 911 calls flood in, officers race to confront the armed man amid…

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Russia says it has 'immunity' to US sanctions as Kyiv hit by large-scale attack 4:06

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Russia has attacked the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, ignoring demands by United States President Donald Trump to agree to a ceasefire. The drone and missile assault is the latest in a wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine as their forces make advances in the east of the country.

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Bend quietly considered pulling funding for sole Juneteenth event over Facebook post 3:40

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The city of Bend considered holding back funding for Juneteenth over a Facebook post on the personal page of an organizer.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Why Gaza is dominating Australian politics right now 29:43

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The first sitting weeks of the 48th Parliament have concluded. Whilst Labor progressed its domestic agenda, issues in the Middle East have dominated headlines. SBS World News Weekly co-host Cat Stirrat explains what has happened in Gaza since the election, with Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi joining the show too.…

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What is Garma? And why is it important? 4:25

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The very first Garma Festival was held just before the turn of the millennium in 1999, led by the late Yunupingu. But the mission of its founders remains: to be a cross-cultural meeting of leaders to discuss improving standards of living for all First Nations people. And a warning - this feature contains the voice of someone who has died.…

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Hawthorne Bridge Murals 5:07

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The third phase of the Viaduct Column painting project is now complete with new murals painted under the Hawthorne Bridge. It's part of a larger, long-term initiative lead by Portland Street Art Alliance.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Treasurer says government 'can do better' as report shows limited progress on First Nations outcomes 6:37

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The Northern Territory is the worst-performing jurisdiction in the country on Closing the Gap, new data has revealed. Youth advocates and experts have condemned a string of recent NT Government reforms amid worsening progress on incarceration and youth detention. It comes as Indigenous leaders prepare to meet with the Prime Minister at the annual G…

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US delays interest rate cut & copper prices crash 16:00

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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at whythe US Federal Reserve left official interest rates on hold with Brendan Rynne from KPMG along with fresh data showing Australians splurged at the end of financial year sales. Plus Elizabeth Tian from Citi goes through the day's market action including the crash in the copper price.…

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Canada will recognise Palestinian state at UN, PM says 8:00

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Canada, the United Kingdom and France have all now announced plans to recognise Palestine as a state at the United Nations General Assembly in September, moves they frame as moral imperatives and strategic necessities. The announcements have sparked sharp debate at home and abroad amid growing desperation in Gaza as famine looms.…

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Are you delaying the dentist because of cost? Your children shouldn't be. 7:06

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The Australian Dental Association says around 1.5 million kids are missing out on free dental care every year. This Dental Health Week, dentists are urging parents to check if they're eligible for the free dental cover and to brush up on their understanding of good oral hygiene. Meanwhile, Aboriginal health organisations say awareness around the is…

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Portland Consent Decree 5:24

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The Portland Police Association is criticizing city leaders and staff, accusing them of trying to pit police and behavioral health first responders against each other in the wake of a man’s recent death in police custody.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Parking Reform 4:16

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Removing excess parking spaces could help build more affordable housing.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Episode 33: Greener cleaning, B Corp strategy and Britain’s infrastructure bonanza 1:02:10

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Is the UK's Infrastructure Strategy good news, or bad news, for climate, nature and jobs? Are we really in an ESG winter? And what's the best path to B Corp certification?Find out in the new episode of edie's Sustainability Uncovered podcast, which is provides a UK policy recap as the Government strives to deliver 150 major infrastructure projects …

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Inside multi-crore digital arrests, plus excitement toward GPT-5 and Google Pixel 10 36:31

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Mint - HT Smartcast

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Government will ban YouTube for under 16 year olds 4:22

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The Federal Government has announced it will include YouTube in its social media ban for children under 16 years old. The move was informed by advice from the e-Safety Commissioner... but critics have called for broader reform aimed at social media platforms.

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Government under pressure to recognise Palestinian state 6:29

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Government under pressurThe government is facing internal pressure to recognise a Palestinian state as the UK threatens formal recognition unless Israel ends the war.

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Could do better - NAPLAN results show many children aren't meeting expectations 3:19

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The latest NAPLAN results have been released providing a snapshot of academic performance across the country. The annual assessment, completed by 1.3 million students in March, shows that many children —particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds—are still falling through the cracks.

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Easing inflation opens door for August interest rate cut 16:05

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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Besa Deda from Willam Buck and Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions to find out why today's lower inflation reading is likely to tip the Reserve Bank into cutting interest rates in August.

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UK follows France on Palestinian statehood; latest famine assessment on Gaza released 9:13

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Britain has signalled its willingness to become the second Western power to recognise Palestinian statehood in September, after France did so last week. It comes as UN-backed hunger experts say the worst-case scenario of famine is now unfolding in the Gaza Strip.

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Oregon’s wildfire bill cut landowner costs, but didn’t raise funds for fighting large fires 5:14

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The total wildfire budget for the next two years is less than the state spent last year alone. In some cases, costs that used to be borne by insurance plans and private landowners are now the responsibility of all Oregonians.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Talking to kids about the climate crisis 20:09

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Nic Seton has always been passionate about the environment, but he says his concern for the future didn't really sink in until he had kids. His climate activism has ranged from organising major media stunts to giving talks at schools, and he believes parents are an underestimated force when it comes to driving political change.…

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Salem Approves Emergency Declaration Over Drinking Water 5:00

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The Salem City Council unanimously approved an emergency declaration Monday night to help it prepare for a potential drinking water shortfall next year due to the drawdown of the Detroit Lake Reservoir.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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INTERVIEW: Basem Abdo, Australia's first federal MP with Palestinian heritage 11:01

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Labor’s new Member for Calwell says recognising a Palestinian state is more than symbolic, promising to take the fight up with his party room. Basem Abdo is the first federal member with Palestinian heritage. He sat down with SBS News for his first interview since the May election.

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Australia's challenging wine industry & reporting season preview 13:45

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China has driven a recovery in Australia's wine export industry but it faces significant challenges amid structural change, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Peter Bailey from Wine Australia to find out more, plus Kai Chen from MPC Markets goes through the day's sharemarket action and previews the upcoming reporting season.…

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Government told to be ambitious on emissions reduction: Coalition MPs say scrap the plans 3:09

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The government is under pressure from the United Nations and the crossbench to set an ambitious climate target. It comes as some coalition backbenchers are pushing for net zero to be scrapped all together.

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Are Australians at risk from lifting the restrictions on US beef imports? 10:17

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Australia has lifted restrictions on the import of beef from the United States in a decision critics say was made to appease U-S President Donald Trump.While the government says this was not the case, the removal of restrictions is raising concerns over health, biosecurity, and the impact on Australian cattle farmers. So should Australian consumers…

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Ceasefire comes into effect between Thailand and Cambodia 4:21

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An 'unconditional ceasefire' has come into effect between Thailand and Cambodia, brokered by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Both sides accuse each other of initiating the fighting which lasted for five days and killed at least 38 people. The southeast Asian countries have a long history of border disputes.…

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Damage Containment 37:30

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A monumental cover-up is underway in Paris. Meanwhile in Canberra, politicians and officials get their story straight about the events on Norfolk Island as journalists start to dig. And global pressure beats down on Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific as nuclear-armed powers exert their influence.…

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US Rep. Cliff Bentz touts GOP budget wins as protests continue outside in Eastern Oregon 5:14

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During his first visit to his district since voting for federal budget cuts, the state’s lone Republican congressperson spoke of his “incredible power” to influence national policy.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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A clean start that makes a big difference for Portland’s unhoused communities 5:00

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The Wash House is providing free laundry services to people in need and getting clean, useable clothes and textiles back into the community.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Trump is back in the White House — but Portland isn’t sure how to respond 5:33

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Portland officials are weighing how to navigate a new federal landscape without sacrificing the city’s valuesBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Refugees in visa limbo for 13 years take their plight to Parliament 3:26

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A group of refugees who say they've been living in limbo in Australia for 13 years have taken their fight for permanent residency to federal parliament in Canberra.They're part of a group of more than 8,000 people who had their refugee protection claims rejected under a now-abolished visa system.

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Embrace clean energy says UN climate chief: or put Australia's living standards at risk 3:36

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The UN's top climate diplomat is in Australia, and is urging Australia to aim high when it reveals its carbon emissions reduction target later this year. But it's an issue heavily coated in politics.... and not the only climate change related issue Australia is dealing with right now..

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Australian sharemarket gains after US-EU deal 11:04

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A big start to the business week with the US and the European Union announcing a major trade deal. Liz Maddock gets the latest on that from Hebe Chen, Market Analyst at Vantage Australia. And Laurie Lawira speaks to Chief CommSec Economist Ryan Felsman about the CommSec State of the States report.

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EU Deal with Europe is 'biggest deal ever made' says Trump 2:47

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The United States and European Union have reached a trade deal that will see the EU face 15 per cent tariffs on most of its exports to America. The deal prevents a Trans-Atlantic trade war that could have had a huge impact on the global economy. Announcing it at his Scottish golf resort, Donald Trump described it in glowing terms but experts say Eu…

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Global outrage mounts over malnutrition in Gaza 7:00

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As global outrage builds over Gaza’s deepening humanitarian crisis, Israel has announced a daily 10-hour pause in military operations to allow aid deliveries. It comes amid allegations it is weaponising starvation, which Israel denies. While the World Food Program welcomes the pause, it warns access must be sustained and scaled-up to meet urgent ne…

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How to save a life: the call for Aussie organ and tissue donors 4:11

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One end-of-life issue many people face is deciding whether to become an organ donor. Australia's Organ and Tissue Authority is urging members of multicultural communities to consider the option, to help save lives. It's part of DonateLife Week, aimed at raising national awareness, and encourage more Australians to become organ and tissue donors.…

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Hepatitis warning: migrant communities disproportionately affected by the silent killer 3:45

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A new report has revealed just how disproportionately migrant communities are affected by hepatitis. Underdiagnosis of the infection, and connecting patients with care and treatment, remain the major challenges.

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Australian early intervention program for deaf children piloted in Japan 5:11

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An Australian early intervention program for deaf children is, for the first time, being piloted overseas. The therapy is for children whose family have chosen for them to be fitted with a hearing device such as a cochlear implant. The collaboration between not-for-profit The Shepherd Centre and health officials in Japan is a decade in the making.…

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INTERVIEW: President Trump's tariffs are looming 4:46

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The Trump administration has announced several new tariff deals in the last few days, but many more are still in negotiations. In this episode of Weekend One on One, Terrence Guay, clinical professor of international business and the director of the center for Global Business Studies at Penn State looks at the current tariff situation, how the deal…

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UN Secretary-General says worsening Gaza situation is a moral stain on the entire world 7:14

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The UN says the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is very bad, getting worse fast. Amid air strikes, hunger, and mass displacement, Secretary-General António Guterres says what's happening is a moral stain on the entire world.

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'It's electric': Celebrating Disability Pride in Australia 11:36

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Arts and storytelling are key tools being used to accelerate efforts to increase disability representation and inclusion. Advocates have come together for a festival to celebrate Disability Pride with the aim of showcasing ways to move forward.

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Queensland's homeschooling parents pleased with outcome from review 7:22

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The Queensland government has accepted all eight recommendations from an independent review into the home education unit. The regulatory review, conducted last year, followed widespread opposition by Queensland's homeschooling community to the previous state government's attempts to enforce the Australian curriculum on homeschooling students.…

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Oregon Americorps members reflect on a chaotic term and possible end of program 7:57

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From food banks to disaster planning, Oregon small towns relied on national service members—until the federal funding vanished overnight.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Diphtheria and tetanus shots not necessary in vaccinated adults 4:53

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New research by OHSU says adults who were vaccinated against diphtheria and tetanus as kids don't need regular boosters.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The old dear made a seating plan for her own funeral. She didn’t want ugly people in the first three pews 6:14

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Sorcha says I can’t wear those. And I’m like, “My Dubes? What’s wrong with my Dubes?” She goes, “You can’t wear Dubes to a funeral, Ross. Put a pair of actual shoes on.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Miners drag ASX down; CBA’s horror week 7:43

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The Australian share market has finished the week in the red; mining and gold stocks dragged the ASX-200 down as the iron ore price fell below US$100. Stephanie Youssef spoke with Medallion Financial Group’s managing director Michael Wayne.

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Epstein fallout, Gaza crisis & Japan’s far-right surge 28:28

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President Trump triggers MAGA mutiny over Epstein files, Japan’s far-right gains ground after an historic election upset, and pressure mounts on Israel as Gaza edges closer to famine. Plus, a climate court ruling shakes up global accountability, and New Delhi's diplomatic imposter.