Insiders

Insiders

Every Sunday morning, the ABC's national political lead David Speers unpacks the major stories shaping Australia's future. Each episode includes a major interview with an Australian politician and an extensive discussion with a panel of the country's best journalists. This show will help you understand the major factors behind the decisions and debates driving a national conversation.

Latest Episode

More steps to be taken on tax reform, says Treasurer Jim Chalmers (24.08.2025)

Previous Episodes

  • Analysis: So much for the union 'stitch-up' predicted by the Coalition 20.08.2025
  • Coalition frontbencher Tim Wilson says government didn't consult opposition on Palestinian recognition 17.08.2025
  • Australia's defence spending is actually closer to 3 per cent says US Senator | Insiders 16.08.2025
  • Acting Prime Minister says recognition of Palestinian state does not encourage Hamas 10.08.2025
  • Analysis: Jim Chalmers is pitching himself as a Goldilocks on AI 06.08.2025
  • ACTU calls for negative gearing reforms to be back on the table 03.08.2025
  • Analysis: Anthony Albanese hardens on Israel as pressure builds within Labor caucus 30.07.2025
  • Prime Minister crticises Israel over Gaza starvation 27.07.2025
  • Analysis: Australia's childcare woes are about more than just access 23.07.2025
  • From the Great Wall of China to the great weight of domestic expectations 20.07.2025
  • Analysis: Albanese's China visit is a counterpoint to Trump's chaos 16.07.2025
  • Trade talks, more Trump tariffs, and a big trip to China 13.07.2025
  • Parents shell shocked as Governments race to restore trust 06.07.2025
  • Bombs dropped, a ceasefire agreed, NATO members boost defence spending 29.06.2025
  • Donald Trump confirms multiple strikes on Iran 22.06.2025
  • Anthony Albanese prepares ground for first face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump 08.06.2025
  • Analysis: Defence chief's warning ramps up pressure on Albanese ahead of G7 summit 04.06.2025
  • Donald Trump strikes again, vowing to double tariffs on steel and aluminium 01.06.2025
  • Analysis: The Coalition now has two months to address its splits before parliament resumes 28.05.2025
  • Analysis: Will Labor seize the moment and make big reforms or waste a rare opportunity 21.05.2025

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