The Karl Stefanovic Show
The Karl Stefanovic Show is a podcast hosted by Karl Stefanovic, a well-known Australian television presenter. The show features unfiltered, unscripted, and uncensored conversations with interesting people from politics, sport, business, and culture. Karl aims to cut through the spin and provide honest, fun discussions. The podcast is produced in Australia and is available on Apple Podcasts.
Episodes
Dr Buck Parker: We Could Be Turning Back the Clock on Ageing Within 10 Years
What if scientists could actually turn back the biological clock?On this episode of In Conversation, Karl Stefanovic sits down with Dr Buck Parker, MD, FACS – a board-certified trauma and acute care surgeon and digital creator – to unpack one of the most extraordinary developments in modern medicine: the possibility of reprogramming ageing cells.Dr Parker explains how scientists have discovered th
Hollie Hughes UNLOADS on Labor, Chalmers & the Albanese Government
Labor is under fire – and Hollie Hughes and Gerard Rennick aren't holding back.This week on The Panel, Karl Stefanovic is joined by former Liberal MP Hollie Hughes and Gerard Rennick for a fiery discussion about the Albanese Government, Jim Chalmers, the gun buyback, superannuation, energy and the growing political divide.Hollie Hughes takes aim at Treasurer Jim Chalmers over his fundraising a
Hughesy: ‘The Government's Corrupt’ – Why He’s Turned on Labor
Tonight on Karl Weekly, Dave Hughes explains why he’s hit the campaign trail with the Victorian Liberals – and why he says he’s had enough of Labor’s taxes, government waste and corruption.Hughesy reveals what pushed him to become more politically outspoken, why he believes Australians are ‘over it’, and why he thinks Victoria desperately needs a change of government. He also takes aim at the Comm
Dr Aseem Malhotra on Fauci, COVID Vaccines and the Collapse of Public Trust
Dr Aseem Malhotra joins Karl for a wide-ranging conversation about vaccines, COVID, Big Pharma, medical research and the growing crisis of trust in the health system.Malhotra discusses Donald Trump and RFK Jr’s approach to childhood vaccinations, why he believes every medical intervention should come with genuine informed consent, and why he says doctors need to be more transparent about the risks
THE FABIAN SOCIETY EXPOSED: ‘They’ve Already Got You’ – Topher Field Exposes Its Influence
The Fabian Society has influenced political thinking for more than 140 years – but how much influence does it really have over Australia?Karl speaks with Topher Field about the origins of Fabianism, its strategy of gradual political change and the controversial idea of ‘permeation’, influencing institutions and government from within rather than seeking power directly.Topher argues the Fabian appr
“Where Is the Leadership?” John Anderson’s Warning to Albanese
Former Deputy Prime Minister John Anderson joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging and confronting conversation about Australia’s future - and why he believes the country is in “serious decline.”Anderson sounds the alarm on Australia’s fuel and food security, warning that the nation is dangerously reliant on overseas supply chains and questioning how prepared we are for another major global disru
‘GROTTY AND GRUBBY’: Hollie Hughes Unloads on Albanese Podcast Controversy
Hollie Hughes and Isaac Butterfield join Karl Stefanovic for a fiery new episode of The Panel. The panel weighs in on Anthony Albanese’s controversial “melons’” gaffe, with Hughes declaring his comments “grotty and grubby” and Butterfield questioning whether Australians are seeing a different side of the Prime Minister.Then, they take on Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi’s support for students skippin
Australia Has Counter-Drone Tech. So Why Was Williamtown Exposed?
Australia has a growing drone problem, and the repeated breaches of restricted airspace over RAAF Base Williamtown have raised serious questions about how prepared we really are.Karl speaks to Justin Olde, CEO of Canberra-based defence technology company Boresight, about the emerging threat posed by drones, the lessons Australia is learning from the war in Ukraine and why critical military and civ
Pauline Hanson UNLEASHES on Albanese, Labor and the ABC | Karl Weekly
Australia’s political landscape is shifting — and the major parties are under pressure.On Karl Weekly, Karl Stefanovic is joined by One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, former Labor leader Mark Latham and economist Derek Francis for a wide-ranging look at the issues driving voter frustration across the country.Pauline Hanson weighs in as One Nation surges and takes aim at the direction of the country
Jacob Rees-Mogg: The Right Must Unite to Win Again | Karl Stefanovic
Is a divided right handing elections to the left?Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging conversation about the political and economic challenges facing Britain — and the striking parallels with Australia.From Nigel Farage, Reform UK and Rupert Lowe to the future of the Conservative Party, Rees-Mogg argues Britain’s fractured right needs to find a way to work together if it wa
Fred Brophy Sounds Off on Immigration, Housing and the State of Australia
Fred Brophy is the last of his kind.For decades, the legendary showman has travelled the country with Australia’s last surviving travelling boxing tent — preserving a piece of Australian history that has all but disappeared.In this special interview from Mount Isa, Fred sits down with Karl Stefanovic for an extraordinary conversation about his wild life on the road, being shot, going to jail, losi
'We Don't Build Anymore': Gerard Rennick on How Australia Lost Its Way
Is Australia rewarding hard work anymore?Gerard Rennick and Isaac Butterfield join Karl for a wide-ranging discussion on the policies they believe have reshaped Australia – from tax, housing and the rising cost of living to manufacturing, energy, productivity and the country's economic future.Why are so many young Australians struggling to get ahead? Can Australia build things again? And what
Australia Is Changing Fast. Even Alexander Downer Is Sounding the Alarm
Tonight on Karl Weekly.One Nation has overtaken Labor and the Coalition in a new national poll.Karl speaks with Senator Malcolm Roberts after the Prime Minister labelled him "unfit" for Parliament, before former Foreign Minister Alexander Downer explains why he believes Australia has "lost its momentum."Plus, Dawn Fraser's extraordinary attack on Anthony Albanese and growin
Europe’s Border Broke: The Eyewitness Accounts You Haven’t Heard
Europe is confronting a new border crisis.Thousands of people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta in a matter of days, overwhelming authorities and leaving residents questioning whether the border had effectively collapsed.Karl speaks with The Nowhere Photographer, the British documentary photographer who travelled directly into Ceuta after spending months documenting migrant
Karl & Kyle. Death threats. Public pile-ons. Why Kyle says it's gone too far.
Kyle Sandilands joins Karl Stefanovic for his most candid interview yet.He opens up about the fallout from leaving radio, the death threats that followed, why he believes Australia has entered an "assassination culture", and the moment he stopped searching for answers.Kyle also explains why he chose to fight back legally, rejects accusations that he's a workplace bully, and reveals what comes next
Will Public Trust In Government And Science Ever Return? Karl is joined by Gerard & Freya
Trust in governments, experts and public institutions changed dramatically during COVID. Karl is joined by Gerard Rennick and Freya Leach to discuss the decisions, controversies and unanswered questions that continue to shape public debate years later.00:00 Fauci Grilled at Senate Hearing02:06 Allegations of Self-Dealing and Wealth Accumulation03:33 Controversies Around COVID Origins05:00 Cover-Up
James Ashby, Drew Pavlou & Edward Schuler: The Stories You're Not Hearing
Has Australia lost its way?This week on Karl Weekly, Karl sits down with three guests tackling some of the country's biggest controversies.James Ashby responds to the latest scrutiny surrounding Pauline Hanson and Gina Rinehart, questions Anthony Albanese's transparency, weighs in on Victoria's political shake-up and explains why he believes conservatives must unite to take on Labor.Ch
Jacinta Allan Is OUT | Neil Mitchell Reveals What Really Happened Behind Closed Doors
Jacinta Allan is out. But what really happened behind closed doors?Veteran broadcaster Neil Mitchell joins Karl Stefanovic to unpack the dramatic leadership change that has rocked Victorian politics.From the internal Labor power struggle and Jacinta Allan's reported last-minute backing of Sonya Kilkenny, to Ben Carroll's challenge of rebuilding public trust, this Special Edition examines one of th
Inside The Mind Of Mick Gatto | Nothing Is Off Limits
For decades, Mick Gatto has been one of Australia's most controversial public figures. Now, he sits down with Karl Stefanovic for one of his most candid interviews yet.From the police raids on his home to the CFMEU, Victoria's Big Build, corruption allegations, media investigations and his reputation, nothing is off limits.Gatto addresses the accusations that have followed him for years, e
The Panel: Distraction Politics, The Pile On Pauline and... Was The Dog A Ploy?
This week on The Panel, Karl Stefanovic is joined by Isaac Butterfield and Calista to cut through the week's biggest political stories—and ask whether Australians are being distracted from the issues that really matter.From the Barnaby Joyce controversy and calls to change the Australian flag, to illegal immigration, self-defence laws, climate spending, manufacturing, energy policy and the cos
KARL FIRES UP: 'Is There One Rule For Some and Another For Everyone Else?'
JUMP AHEADDavid Craig: Islamaphobia 00:02:30Leisa Jeisman: The Brutal Attack of a Teen 00:19:58Kimberley Hone: Counsellor Kicked Out By Mayor 0:32:13 Darcy Gervasoni: 24-year old Farmer Fights Back 0:45:28Australia's justice system is under the spotlight.Former AFP operative David Craig joins Karl Stefanovic to ask whether Australia is developing a two-tier approach to policing and national se
Laila Cunningham Slams Andy Burnham: ‘More Government Spending. More Failure.’
Tonight on the UK Brief, Reform UK's London mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham joins Karl Stefanovic as Britain reacts to Andy Burnham taking over as Prime Minister. Cunningham delivers a blunt verdict on the new government, warning: ‘More government. More spending. More failure’ – and arguing Britain can't afford another government like this.We also examine the growing debate over migrant
'It Was An 80-Year Alien Program Cover Up' Dan Farah: Karl Speak to Age Of Disclosure Director
Could humanity be on the verge of the biggest disclosure in modern history?Karl sits down with Dan Farah, Director and Producer of The Age of Disclosure, the documentary featuring testimony from 34 senior U.S. government, military and intelligence officials discussing UAPs, classified programs and the push for greater public disclosure.Dan explains why so many high-ranking insiders chose to speak
ISIS Brides, AI & The Leadership Crisis
Australia is at a crossroads.This week on The Panel, Karl Stefanovic, Gerard Rennick and Heston Russell ask the question many Australians are already asking: when did we stop leading?From the return of ISIS-linked Australians and the impact of AI on jobs, to soaring energy costs, renewable energy subsidies, foreign investment, and whether governments have lost the ability to think beyond the next
The Cost of Living Just Got Worse... And Experts Say This Is Only The Beginning
SKIP AHEADTrevor Cavanagh 00:01:36Chris Joye 00:20:45Matt Cameron 00:43:00ISIS brides are returning to Australia. House prices are falling at their fastest pace in decades. Thousands of Australians are now moving overseas after new tax changes.This week on Karl Weekly:Veteran UK journalist Trevor Kavanagh explains why Britain believes Australia is repeating Europe's biggest immigration mistakes—an
Ann Widdecombe's Death, Digital Money & Britain's Breaking Point | The UK Brief
SKIP AHEAD:Will Geddes: 01:46Rick Baker: 18:34Britain is entering another turbulent week.From the investigation into the death of Reform UK's Ann Widdecombe to growing warnings over the future of cash, Karl Stefanovic breaks down the biggest stories shaping Britain – and why Australians should be paying attention.This week:Reform UK reels after the shocking death of Ann Widdecombe, with Nigel
'The Aussie Dream is Dying' | Ringers Western Owners on Standing Up
Australian success stories don't get much better than this.Karl sits down with the family behind Ringers Western to hear how three siblings from a remote Kimberley cattle station turned an idea sketched on a Weet-Bix box into one of Australia's fastest-growing clothing brands.From mustering cattle in some of the toughest conditions on earth to building a business based on family, resilienc
Australia's Identity Crisis? Monoculture, Migration & the Economy | Karl Stefanovic Panel
Australia is facing growing questions over the economy, national identity, migration and defence.Former SAS soldier Mark Wales joins political commentator Calista Clements and Karl Stefanovic to discuss whether Australia is on the verge of a major economic contraction, why confidence is collapsing, and whether families are paying the price for years of poor policy.The panel also debates Pauline Ha
Government Overreach? Farmer Arrest, Financial Surveillance & Albo Controversy
SKIP AHEAD:Albanese podcast backlash: 00:05Farmer John Carter: 03:34David Craig: 21:56Dr Dennis Desmond: 47:45This week on Karl Weekly.Karl reacts to the Anthony Albanese podcast backlash after his appearance on Bush Deep by Nikki Osborne, while questions continue over what many Australians believe the government should really be apologising for.Then, we speak with NSW cattle farmer John Carter af
The UK Brief: Deportation Uproar, Harry's Rejection and The Kings Change In Religious Title
Britain is changing. Fast. And Australia should be paying attention.Welcome to The UK Brief — Karl Stefanovic's weekly roundup of the biggest stories from Britain and Europe, and why they matter to Australians.This week:England's World Cup campaign takes centre stage.Donald Trump weighs into FIFA.Nigel Farage faces fresh scrutiny.Britain's political landscape continues to shift.Securit
Adam Brooks: "Wokeism is a mental illness."
Adam Brooks is a British commentator, businessman and pub owner who has become one of the UK's fastest-growing independent voices on immigration, crime and free speech.After building a large online following through his outspoken commentary and appearances on GB News, Brooks has become known for reporting stories he believes the mainstream media ignores, including the Epping protests, illegal
Rupert Lowe On Tommy Robinson, Grooming Gangs & Why Britain Is Broken
Restore Britain leader Rupert Lowe joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging conversation on Tommy Robinson, the UK's grooming gangs scandal, immigration, Elon Musk, free speech and the future of Britain.Lowe explains why he believes the political establishment got Tommy Robinson wrong, why he launched an independent grooming gangs inquiry after losing faith in politicians, and why he believes
Piers Morgan Reacts to Karl Stefanovic's Shock News
Broadcaster Piers Morgan joins Karl Stefanovic for a candid conversation recorded just hours after Karl learned the news he was leaving the network. The pair discuss free speech, cancel culture and controversial interviews. Piers also shares why he believes independent media is overtaking traditional television, how he built Piers Morgan Uncensored into one of the world's biggest digital news
Housing, Immigration & Shane Warne Bombshell | Holly Valance, Barnaby Joyce & Dr Aseem
SKIP AHEAD:Barnaby Joyce: 2:00Holly Valance: 8:43Dr Aseem Malhotra: 29:22Political donations: 1:05:31This week on Karl Weekly.Karl is in London as British politics is thrown into turmoil, with Keir Starmer out and a leadership battle now underway. As Nigel Farage's Reform gains momentum, Karl asks whether the same political shift is coming to Australia.Barnaby Joyce joins Karl to discuss the p
Former SAS Star Ant Middleton: 'Britain Is Losing Its Identity'
Former UK Special Forces soldier Ant Middleton joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, discipline, national security and the challenges facing modern society.A former Royal Marines Commando, British Army soldier and the longtime chief instructor on SAS: Who Dares Wins, Middleton shares his views on why he believes the West has lost confidence in its values, the importa
'We Have Politicians, Not Leaders' | Heston Russell On The Rise Of One Nation
Australia is facing a crisis of leadership – and according to this panel, voters have had enough.This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, former Special Forces commander Heston Russell and political commentator Calista Clements join Karl for an unfiltered discussion on Australia's political direction, national identity and the growing support for One Nation.Heston explains why he believes Austra
Fire The Liar, China's Surveillance Threat & Labor's Tax Grab | Karl Weekly
SKIP AHEAD:Barnaby Joyce: 1:23Derek Francis: 17:18Dr Dennis Desmond: 31:20Ben Roberts Smith set up?: 54:01This week on Karl Weekly.One Nation is climbing in the polls with Pauline Hanson now featuring as preferred Prime Minister in new polling. Fresh off her National Press Club address, Barnaby Joyce joins Karl to discuss why One Nation is surging in the polls and why more Australians are turning
John Howard Breaks Silence On One Nation's Surge & Liberal Party Crisis
Former Prime Minister John Howard joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Australia, Labor's political challenges, the housing crisis, migration, One Nation's rise and the future of the Liberal Party.Howard reflects on why Australians are losing trust in major parties, whether Labor misled voters on tax policy, and why he believes housing affordability is fund
Former Liberal Figures Turn On Their Party: ‘The System Is Broken’
Australia's political landscape is shifting rapidly – and the major parties are feeling the pressure.This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, founder of People First Party Gerard Rennick, ‘Something Better’ founder Charlotte Mortlock and One Nation senator Sean Bell join Karl for a fiery debate on the collapse of trust in Australia's political establishment, the rise of One Nation, and wheth
‘THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN’ | NDIS, Tax & Regional Childcare Crisis
SKIP AHEAD:NDIS Cuts & Drew Pavlou: 5:05Derek Francis: 17:46Regional Childcare Crisis: 41:56This week on Karl Weekly.Parents across Australia say they’re being blindsided by NDIS funding cuts, with some families reporting support packages slashed by up to 80 per cent. After hundreds of messages flooded in, Karl examines the growing backlash and speaks with Drew Pavlou about the growing anger s
Britain's Migration Crisis: What the Belfast Attack Reveals | Will Geddes
A shocking attack in Belfast has reignited fierce debate across Britain over immigration, asylum policy, public safety and social cohesion.In this episode of The Karl Stefanovic Show, Karl speaks with London-based security expert Will Geddes about the incident, the political fallout and the broader questions being asked across the United Kingdom.How are British authorities responding? Why has this
From Bill Gates to UFOs: Inside The World's Biggest Conspiracy Theories
This week on In Conversation, Karl speaks to Conspiracy Cabal Podcast Hosts, Dr Nick Coastworth and Rich Baker on the World'S most controversial conspiracies. Is Bill Gates really at the centre of every major conspiracy on the internet? Are chemtrails a secret climate-control program hiding in plain sight? And what can decades of UFO investigations by the United States and Russia actually tell
‘Australians Don’t Trust Politicians Anymore’ | Why One Nation Is Surging
Australia’s political divide is getting deeper and voters are walking away from the major parties.This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, former Liberal senator turned One Nation member Hollie Hughes joins primary producer Charlie Blomfield for a fiery conversation about the collapse of trust in politics, the rising support for One Nation, and why so many Australians feel abandoned.Hollie opens up
Karl Weekly: NDIS Fury, Melbourne Violence & Canberra Chaos
SKIP AHEAD:NDIS cuts: 01:26Dominic Porter: 22:40Joseph Daoud: 1:00:51This week on Karl Weekly.A family with a severely autistic son says they’ve been blindsided after being told their NDIS funding will be slashed by 80 per cent. Karl speaks to Luke Tunnecliffe and Aimee Newbold about the devastating impact the cuts could have on their son Jack – who is nonverbal, suffers seizures and requires arou
ANCIENT HISTORY EXPERT: ‘What If Ancient Egypt Was More Advanced Than Us?’
This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show.A mind-bending conversation with Ben van Kerkwyk exploring some of the biggest mysteries in human history.From the alleged labyrinth buried beneath Egypt, to the possibility humanity has completely misunderstood ancient civilisations, Ben breaks down the theories capturing millions online — and why some researchers believe advanced engineering and knowledge ma
Experts Clash Over Housing: ‘This Will Make Rents WORSE’
Australia’s housing debate just turned explosive.This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, housing advocate Maiy Azize from Everybody’s Home goes head-to-head with property investor and founder Jack Henderson over the future of Australian housing.Should negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions be scrapped? Are investors driving up house prices? Will Labor’s housing changes make rents even w
Karl Weekly: Housing, Taxes, One Nation & The Future Of Australia
Go to the Leith van Onselen interview: 0:05:35Go to the Fred Schebesta interview: 0:25:39Go to the Peter Malinauskas interview: 0:36:00Australia’s biggest political and economic debate just exploded.This week on Karl Weekly, Karl sits down with economist Leith van Onselen, Finder founder Fred Schebesta and SA Premier Peter Malinauskas to unpack the government’s controversial changes to capital gai
Pete Evans Unfiltered: Big Pharma, COVID & Censorship
This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, Pete Evans joins Karl for one of the most controversial conversations we’ve ever had.COVID. Censorship. Big Pharma. Mainstream media. The cancellation that nearly destroyed him. Pete confronts Karl over his role during the pandemic, while Karl admits: ‘I personally believe I got it wrong.’From vaccine mandates and media pile-ons to nutrition, chronic illness
‘The Criminals Are Large and In Charge’ : Australian Youth Crime Panel
This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show.Victoria’s youth crime crisis is back in the spotlight.Firebombings. Home invasions. Carjackings. Kids carrying machetes.Victorian Opposition Leader Jess Wilson and Queensland Police Union President Shane Prior join Karl for a blunt conversation about the growing fear many Australians feel in their own communities – and whether governments and the courts have
Karl Weekly: Ben Roberts Smith Witch hunt, Farmers Fight Back and The Women's Rights
Go to the farmers fight back interview: 03:23Go to the Hugh Poate interview: 01:07:05Go to the Sall Grover interview: 01:35:26Karl’s take on the week – including the fallout from Labor’s latest budget, the growing backlash from small business owners over new taxes and why many Australians believe the government sees hardworking people as an endless cash machine.Then, the rural revolt growing acros
Peptides, Testosterone & The Future Of Men’s Health | Dr. Alex Tatem
This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show, Karl gets brutally honest about his health, weight and why he felt like he was on 'a one-way ticket to a heart attack'.Performance medicine specialist and urologist Dr. Alex Tatem joins Karl for one of the most confronting and fascinating conversations we’ve had on the show — breaking down the explosion of peptides, testosterone decline, obesity, male
'Australia Could Be In Recession By July' | Clive Palmer & Leith van Onselen
This week on The Karl Stefanovic Show.Australia’s Federal Budget has been handed down – and now comes the fallout.Clive Palmer and economist Leith van Onselen join Karl for a blunt conversation about the future of the Australian economy, why they believe regional Australia is being left behind and whether the country is heading towards recession faster than people realise.Clive Palmer warns Austra
Karl Weekly: The Political Shift Reshaping Australia
Go to the Chris Joye interview: 09:45Go to the David Farley interview: 24:49Go to the Topher Field interview: 49:47Go to the Gerard Rennick interview: 1:21:14This week on Karl Weekly, Karl sits down with Gerard Rennick, Christopher Joye, David Farley and Topher Field to unpack the major political and economic forces shaping Australia right now.The conversation covers rising taxes, weak productivit
Live in Albury with The Farrer Candidates
Bit of barney rubble on the stage and in the audience as the candidates for Farrer fire up about what's wrong in Farrer.
Live in Albury With Pauline Hanson and Matt Canavan
Live with Pauline Hanson & Matt Canavan | 6PMAustralia’s under pressure and regional communities are feeling it first.Live from Farrer, Pauline Hanson and Matt Canavan join Karl for a raw conversation about the issues hitting everyday Australians hardest.From rising fuel prices and taxes, to cost of living, farming, energy, housing and whether regional Australians are being ignored by the peop
Karl Weekly: Melbourne Burning, Communities Failing, Politics Shifting
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are warned that the following episode may contain images and voices of deceased persons.Go to the Jacinta Price interview: 07:41Go to Rohan Pike interview: 47:09Go to Gerard Rennick interview: 01:24:34This week on Karl Weekly.Karl’s take on the week — including why, at the very least, Pauline Hanson was upfront about accepting a plane donation
What They’re NOT Telling You About Australia’s Farming Crisis
Josie Angus built a beef empire from the ground up in regional Queensland.After more than seven years navigating approvals, regulation and red tape, her family now exports Australian beef to markets around the world.But behind the success story is a system under pressure.Rising costs. Fuel dependence. Supply chain shocks. And global trade barriers — including tariffs of up to 55% into China and mo
This Debate Gets HEATED: Gas, Tax & Who’'s Telling The Truth
Karl sits down with Senator Susan McDonald and Konrad Benjamin in a no-holds-barred debate on Australia’s gas, taxes, and whether the country is getting ripped off.Are we one of the richest nations in the world… or getting taken for a ride?Konrad argues Australians are being short-changed — with billions in resources leaving the country and not enough coming back.Susan says that’s simply not true
Explosive claims: NDIS Frauds Are Trafficking People With Disabilities
Tonight on Karl Weekly:Bombshell allegations inside the NDIS.Bill Shorten joins alongside Drew Pavlou to respond to growing claims of fraud and exploitation within the system — including allegations vulnerable Australians are being targeted to access payments.Who’s really to blame?Participants — or the “shonks” exploiting the scheme?Then — decorated Australian soldier Heston Russell speaks out.Fro
Tony Abbott on Immigration, Energy Policy & Australia’s Future
Australia’s direction is under pressure – and Tony Abbott says the fundamentals are off.In this episode, the former Prime Minister joins The Karl Stefanovic Show for a candid conversation on immigration, energy, the economy and national security – and what he believes needs to change.His message is clear: Australia needs to get back to basics.Abbott breaks down:Why immigration should be based on ‘
Shark Tank's Steve Baxter: “A soldier with a glue gun can build a drone in 45 minutes.”
Australia is facing a defence reality few are talking about.Former soldier and investor Steve Baxter joins Karl to break down what modern warfare actually looks like — and why Australia isn’t ready for it.From drone warfare and battlefield “marketplaces” to space technology and defence innovation, this episode goes inside the systems changing war in real time.Why are we falling behind? Why aren’t
Ben Roberts Smith On Trial & Defences Dirty Little Secret
Australia is facing uncomfortable questions — about defence, justice, and the future.Karl also puts one of the country’s biggest defence force questions to the audience — the case of Ben Roberts-Smith.Should matters like this sit in a civil or military court?More than 10,000 people voted.And while we’re debating systems here on Earth — the future is moving fast.Jeff Bezos and his team are working
Australia’s Defence Strategy Exposed — Are We Ready?
Australia has released its latest defence strategy — but serious questions remain.In this episode, Karl sits down with former Defence Minister Mike Kelly and one of Australia’s most decorated soldiers, Brigadier Ian Langford to break down what the plan gets right — and where it falls short.The world is rearming. Conflict is evolving fast.But Australia’s response is being challenged on speed, scale
Billionaire Queenslander John Wagner: "People Need To Know What's Coming Next"
Australia’s fuel crisis is no longer theoretical — it’s here.Flights are at risk. Holidays could be cancelled. Supply chains are already under pressure. And if the situation escalates, everyday Australians will feel it first.In this episode, Karl sits down with billionaire infrastructure operator John Wagner — a man with a proven track record of building what others say is impossible. He built an
Karl Weekly: Fuel, Flights And A System Under Pressure
Fuel prices are rising. Flights are getting more expensive. And the pressure is building.Karl speaks to James Paterson on defence and fuel security, and John Wagner, who says he can turn rubbish into jet fuel — if government gets out of the way.And Queenslander creative Sammy Thompson - who is creating viral content to remind everyone of what Australia used to be. What happens next might impact mo
Queensland Finds Oil — So Why Can’t We Use It?
Australia is sitting on its own oil — but can’t use it.In this episode, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli lays out what’s really going on behind the fuel crisis, and why Australia is more exposed than ever.From new drilling opportunities in regional Queensland to the reality of political red tape, this conversation breaks down how we went from energy independence to relying on global supply chai
“How do you judge war in a courtroom?” — Inside the BRS case debate
How do you judge war in a courtroom — 15 years later?As Ben Roberts-Smith faces serious charges, this episode goes beyond the headlines.Karl sits down with those who’ve been there — on the ground and inside the system — to unpack the reality of combat, the legal process, and the questions Australia now has to confront.A big thanks to Revive5 for their support of the show and for keeping me in the
“I Was 40 And Said ‘Fu*k This’” — Bluey Creator Joe Brumm
Bluey is now one of the biggest shows in the world — a global brand worth billions.But it didn’t start that way.In this episode, Karl sits down with creator Joe Brumm to unpack the real story behind Bluey — the pressure, the doubt, and the moments where it nearly didn’t happen.Joe talks about:Having no savings and jumping from job to job for yearsSpending 20 years trying to get one shot at making
Australia Is Quietly Rationing Fuel — Here’s What Happens Next
Australia’s fuel crisis has shifted — and it’s now hitting supply chains, food production and small business in real time.This isn’t about rising prices anymore. It’s about access, prioritisation and what breaks next.In this episode, Karl speaks with operators on the ground already adapting:Charlie Blomfield — farmer and agricultural operator managing real-time fuel and input shortages on the land
“We’re Giving Australia Away” — Charlie Bakos Speaks Out
What’s really happening in Lebanon — and why does it matter to Australia?In this powerful Easter conversation, Charlie Bakos joins The Karl Stefanovic Show to share firsthand insight from the ground in Lebanon — a country shaped by war, economic collapse and foreign influence.From mass displacement and rising tension to corruption, broken systems and global powers fighting proxy wars, Charlie expl
The Real Winners of This War: Russia, China & Netanyahu
America showed its power in this war.But it also showed its limits.And the world noticed.China is watching.Russia is benefiting.Netanyahu walks away stronger.Meanwhile, the clock is ticking — because for every day this conflict drags on, it adds weeks of disruption to the global system.Fuel. Supply chains. Defence readiness.This is bigger than a single war. This is a shift in global power.A big th
Bob & Robbie Katter: Fuel Crisis, Mining and Australia’s Future
Australia is facing a fuel security crisis, rising costs and growing pressure on its industries – and few voices are more outspoken than MP Bob Katter.From the opening moments, the Katters bring chaos – sharp takes, father-son roasting and zero-filter politics. In this explosive episode of The Karl Stefanovic Show, Bob Katter and his son Robbie Katter break down:Why Australia exports fuel cheaply
NDIS Fraud Is Exploding — And No One’s Stopping It
This episode of The Karl Stefanovic Show dives into what could be one of the biggest scandals in Australia right now — the NDIS.Journalists Drew Pavlou and Pete Zogolous reveal what they’ve uncovered on the ground — from empty “NDIS provider” storefronts in places like Lakemba and Bankstown, to a system they claim is being exploited at scale.They say the numbers don’t add up. In some areas, nearly
“The Government Despises Small Business” — Builder Explodes
Australia’s construction industry is on the brink — and this could be the tipping point.Scott Challen, a builder with 17 years in the industry, breaks down how rising fuel costs, supply chain shocks and government policy are pushing businesses to collapse.He claims the system is failing small businesses, immigration isn’t solving the skills crisis, and the real impact will hit families hardest.“Th
The Man Who Took Bullets For His Kids — And The Lifeguard Who Saved Him
On December 14, Bondi was shaken by a horrific attack that changed lives in an instant.In this episode, Karl brings together two men forever connected by that day.Elon, a father who nearly lost his life protecting his children — stepping in front of unimaginable violence to shield them.And Daniel 'Beardy', the lifeguard who refused to stand by — stepping in and helping save Elon’s life in
“This Is A Warm-Up — Taiwan Will Be Worse”
Fuel shortages, rising prices, and a fragile supply chain — how prepared is Australia, really?Karl speaks with defence strategist Gus McLachlan about the real impact of global conflict on Australia, why the Strait of Hormuz matters, and how quickly things could escalate.From fuel security to national defence, this conversation lays out a confronting reality: we may not be as prepared as we think —
Iran, Russia, Lebanon — Drone Warfare Is Already Here. Meet The Man Behind The Billion-Dollar Defence
In this episode, Karl speaks with DroneShield CEO Oleg Vornik about the rise of drone warfare and what it means for the future of global conflict.From early-stage technology to real-world deployment in war zones, Oleg explains how drones are transforming military strategy, security, and surveillance.They also discuss Australia’s vulnerability, the challenges of defending against drone attacks, and
Clive Palmer Explodes: “NDIS Is Draining The Economy”
Clive Palmer sits down with Karl for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation on the state of Australia right now — and where he thinks it’s all heading.From rising cost of living and fuel insecurity, to migration, the NDIS and government spending, Palmer lays out why he believes Australians are being let down — and what he would do differently.He also opens up on: – Why he’s willing to spend tens
“Drill, Baby Drill” – Canavan Blasts Net Zero as Fuel Runs Dry
Australia is running out of fuel — and Matt Canavan says we’re not ready.In this episode, the newly appointed National Party leader joins Karl to talk about the growing fuel crisis, why regional Australia is already feeling the pain, and what happens next if supply tightens further.From net zero to drilling, from Canberra to the bush, this is a straight-talking look at the decisions shaping the co
“Australia Is No Longer The Lucky Country” — Economist Sounds Alarm
Interest rates are rising — and Australians are feeling it.Christopher Joye joins The Karl Stefanovic Show to explain why inflation is still out of control, why the RBA is being forced to act, and what it means for mortgages, house prices and everyday Australians.From government spending to global conflict, this is a blunt breakdown of what’s coming next — and who’s really to blame.
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