Best Adam Mesa Podcasts (2025)

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Nightlife Food - La Mesa Mexicana 14:07

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Rosa Cienfuegos has watched the growing appetite for mouth-watering, delicious Mexican food and joined Philip Clark to share the culinary delights of her home.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Whole of the Moon 47:22

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As Australia gets the front row seat to a Supermoon, Nightlife discusses all things lunar with guest Alice Gorman, Space Archaeologist from Flinders University, who joined Philip Clark with some surprising and fascinating observations.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Economics with Ian Verrender 11:55

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Ian Verrender, ABC's Business and Finance Editor, joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest in economic, business and finance news.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Wednesday November 5th 2025 1:07:41

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Mark Kenny - The Canberra Times 20:41

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute, Canberra Times political analyst and host of the Democracy Sausage podcast.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Absolute Batman Annual, Shredder, and The Mortal Thor (with HiFiMike) 1:22:30

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The reason that the rich were so rich, Vimes reasoned, was because they managed to spend less money. Take boots, for example. He earned thirty-eight dollars a month plus allowances. A really good pair of leather boots cost fifty dollars. But an affordable pair of boots, which were sort of OK for a season or two and then leaked like hell when the ca…

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Absolute Batman Annual, Shredder, and The Mortal Thor (with HiFiMike) - Comics Pull-Ooza 1:22:30

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The reason that the rich were so rich, Vimes reasoned, was because they managed to spend less money. Take boots, for example. He earned thirty-eight dollars a month plus allowances. A really good pair of leather boots cost fifty dollars. But an affordable pair of boots, which were sort of OK for a season or two and then leaked like hell when the ca…

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Absolute Batman Annual, Shredder, and The Mortal Thor (with HiFiMike) - Comics Pull-Ooza 1:22:30

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The reason that the rich were so rich, Vimes reasoned, was because they managed to spend less money. Take boots, for example. He earned thirty-eight dollars a month plus allowances. A really good pair of leather boots cost fifty dollars. But an affordable pair of boots, which were sort of OK for a season or two and then leaked like hell when the ca…

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Nightlife Tech Talk with Peter Marks 14:58

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Peter Marks, mobile software developer and technology commentator from Access Informatics, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife with a comprehensive discussion.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife History with Michael Adams 14:03

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Michael Adams, Creator and host of the Forgotten Australia podcast, joins Philip Clark on Nightlife for a historical flashback to this week.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Sports Analysis with Warwick Hadfield 21:59

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Sports Broadcaster and Author Warwick Hadfield joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest news and issues in sports with his weekly wrap on events.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Tuesday November 4th 2025 1:04:49

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Michael Pascoe - Michael West Media 19:49

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Michael Pascoe, Independent commentator filing for Michael West Media & author of The Summertime of Our Dreams.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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AUKUS - Is it a Good Deal? 48:15

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A new, critical examination of AUKUS has been published, titled Search for Security – AUKUS and the New Militarism.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Emily Barrett - The Saturday Paper 20:49

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Emily Barrett, Managing Editor from The Saturday Paper.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Monday November 3rd 2025 58:53

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Science with Dr Sara Webb 12:05

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Philip Clark with Dr Sara Webb, Author, Science Communicator and Astrophysicist from Swinburne with a look at what's making news in the world of Science.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Travel - Long Haul Flights 12:51

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Summer holidays are not too far away, and many Australians are ardent international travellers. It means long flights, especially to Europe and the Americas. Some new flights will see passengers looking at record times in the air without a break.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Latent Viruses - What You Should Know 49:51

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Cold sores and herpes, shingles and chicken pox, and a range of other viral annoyances, as well as often being very painful, are all latent viruses. Waiting for your immunity to drop to strike, kicking you while you're down.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The joys and challenges of life modelling 20:09

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Artists have relied on life models for centuries, but they are often unnamed or referred to by just their first name.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Laika: The story of the first dog sent into space 32:30

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As the space race heated up, this week in 1957, Laika the stray dog was sent to space aboard Sputnik 2.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Nightlife History Quiz: Halloween 58:28

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Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the ONLY quiz played live, all around Australia...Join the host of Weekend Nightlife Suzanne Hill for The History Quiz!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Who benefits from luxury tourism in Africa? 28:42

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Luxury tourism has been heavily promoted by many countries, but does it deliver on its promises?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Nightlife Pop Quiz: Comedy edition 59:41

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Are you into your trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of cryptic to the ONLY quiz played live, all around Australia...Join the guest host of Weekend Nightlife Greta Lee Jackson for The Pop Quiz!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Quotes We Live By 52:23

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We often don't think about the phrases we use regularly, we just say them....but it turns out there's plenty to think about...By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Comedian Jimmy Rees's love of 1980s hair metal music 37:30

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Viral comedy star Jimmy Rees makes the case for filling your album collection with 80s hair metal.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Friday October 31st 2025 49:32

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Test your knowledge of obscure and specific things with the 100% original, custom-built Mighty Challenge! How will you fare?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The master of suspence: Alfred Hitchcock 15:49

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From Vertigo to Psycho, the filmmaker revolutionised cinema.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Em Rusciano on navigating the 'hormonal hellscape' of entering middle age 37:35

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The writer, singer, comedian and performer discusses her new memoir.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Katina Curtis - The West Australian 23:09

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Foreign Correspondent - Karishma Vyas - Bangkok 13:56

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Foreign Correspondent in Bangkok Karishma Vyas, ABC's Asia Editor discussed the latest news from our region making global news on Nightlife with Philip Clark.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Pioneering Historian Professor Henry Reynolds 48:34

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Pioneering historian Professor Henry Reynolds is considered one of the nation's leading authorities on the history of Australia's Indigenous people.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Thursday October 30th 2025 59:06

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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When Royals Lose Their Titles 14:19

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Many royals throughout history have lost their royal titles through abdication, scandal, Royal decree or by choice, but what are the implications?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Hooked - Our Insidious Gambling Habits 48:22

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Australians lose $25 billion a year on gambling, quite a toll. It is the highest per capita loss in the world. So, how did we get to this point?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Ron Mizen - Australian Financial Review 20:22

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Ron Mizen, Senior Political Reporter for the Australian Financial Review, who covers politics, economics, business and law.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Wednesday October 29th 2025 1:12:05

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Food - Feel Good Baking 14:50

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Teresa Cutter, aka 'the healthy chef', says you can have your cake and eat it too when it comes to indulging in baked goods and looking after your diet. She joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss feel-good baking and delicacies we can all delight in.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Lucky Devils, DC KO, Action Comics, and Fantastic Four 1:44:45

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You thought we were gone but we have returned and we are bearing fruit. Buckle up for a cavalcade, an endless onslaught of comic book coverage. Best Books The Lucky Devils #5 DC KO #1 Action Comics #1091 Fantastic Four #4 Book Blurbs: Aquaman #10, Dungeons and Dragons: The Fallbacks #1, Supergirl #6, Unbreakable X-Men #1, Amazing X-Men #1, Captain …

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Nightlife News Breakdown - Peter Gearin - The Mandarin 17:52

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Peter Gearin, editor in chief of The Mandarin, previously assistant editor of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Finance with Nick Bruining 47:42

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Nick Bruining, an independent financial adviser, regularly joins Nightlife to discuss the ever-changing world of business and finance and what it means for you.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Tuesday October 28th 2025 1:08:23

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Screen Stuff with Wen Lei Ma 11:26

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Critic of screens large and small, Wen Lei Ma joins Philip Clark on Nightlife to review the latest to watch.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife History - Pix Weekly 15:25

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A new book titled "PIX the Magazine that told Australia's story" has just been published, coinciding with a State Library of NSW exhibition. The book is edited by the Margot Riley, cultural historian and curator at the State Library of NSW ,who joined Philip Clark.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Sports Analysis with Warwick Hadfield 20:47

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Sports Broadcaster and Author Warwick Hadfield joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest news and issues in sports with his weekly wrap on events.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Science with Charley Lineweaver 18:29

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Little red blobs from the beginning of time are baffling scientists. Are they stars, black holes, or something else? They were discovered recently when the James Webb Space Telescope looked back in time.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Health with Dr Norman Swan 49:29

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Dr Norman Swan of the ABC's Health Report and the podcast, What's That Rash, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Mighty Challenge Monday October 27th 2025 1:11:01

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Are you into trivia? Calling all connoisseurs of the cryptic to the only quiz played live, all around Australia. Join the host of Nightlife Philip Clark for The Mighty Challenge!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Nightlife Travel - Topdeck Touring 11:54

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Anna Fawcett, General Manager from Topdeck Travel, joined Philip Clark and revealed that they are retiring their large 50-passenger coaches for smaller-group experiences.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation