Nightlife
Nightlife with Phil Clark and Suzanne Hill has everything you need to get you through the night, seven nights a week.
Episodes
Nightlife News Breakdown - Clare Armstrong - ABC News
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Clare Armstrong, the ABC's chief digital political correspondent, based at Parliament House in Canberra.
Faraday Kidnappings of Victorian Schoolchildren
Michael Adams, creator and host of the Forgotten Australia podcast joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife to remember the Faraday Kidnappings.
What Computer Skills Do We Need for our Future?
Philip Clark is joined by Peter Marks, software developer and technology commentator from Access Informatics, with a look at what skills we will now need into the future with computing.
The Challenge: In which city was Marie Curie born?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Tuesday October 6 edition to see if you have the answer!
Is Interstellar Space Travel a False Promise for Humanity?
Philip Clark is joined by and Associate Professor Alice Gorman and Dr Ben Bramble, authors of a new book, Lunacy: Ten False Promises of the New Space Age, where he delves into why what we're told about the absolute need for space travel might not be that true.
The Challenge: Surfer Girl was the third studio album from which band?
Girls & Boys, End Of A Century, Country House, Song 2, Coffee & TV.
Nightlife Science with Dan Lamberth
Dan Lambeth, Associate Director of Science Education at the Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, joined Philip Clark with the latest in science news.
Nightlife Travel - Essaouira in Morocco
Travel writer Rod Eime has just returned from Essaouira and joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife to reveal the hidden secrets the city is offering travellers.
Nightlife Health - Skin Care
Serums, creams and miscellaneous beauty products. Skincare routines for many have officially become so high maintenance the product now appears to need its own fridge.
Nightlife News Breakdown - Quentin Dempster - Former ABC Presenter
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Quentin Dempster AM, award winning journalist, author and former host of ABC’s Stateline.
American Insight with Bruce Wolpe
Nightlife takes a deeper perspective than just the news on what is happening in America with Philip Clark joined by Bruce Wolpe, Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre, formerly with the Democratic staff in the US Congress in President Obama's first term.
When the world lost ten days
Imagine going to bed tonight and waking up ten days later. We discover why ten days disappeared from the calendar in October 1582 and how the calendar introduced then still governs our lives today.
History Quiz: Dance edition
How well do you know your dance history? Let's find out.
This Mortal Coil: belief and grief
This Mortal Coil: Anglican Reverend Bec Bydder explains why she believes sports grief should be taken seriously.
When UK punk went pop
Tony Fletcher was still a teenager when he found himself at the heart of the British music scene. He takes us back to the extraordinary years when punk was giving way to something new.
How do Bogong moths find their way home?
They're tiny, they travel hundreds of kilometres, and they can navigate by the stars. So how does a Bogong moth know where it's going?
The Pop Quiz: Which American artist became famous for painting everyday objects like Campbell's soup cans?
Join guest host of Weekend Nightlife Kia Handley for The Pop Quiz, Saturday the 3rd of October edition, to find out if you have the answer correct!
The invisible hand keeping your feed clean
In The Writers, we spare a thought for the 'frontline workers' who keep the dark side of the internet off our feeds.
The Return of Making and Mending
Embroidery, knitting and crochet were once everyday skills, but mass production and cheap clothing changed the way we make and repair things. Now those skills are having a revival.
The Challenge: Which word for a knight's code of conduct is derived from the Latin for "horseman"?
Play Nightlife's famous Mighty Challenge, our 25 question quiz.
Could we regrow our teeth?
What if your dentist could regenerate damaged teeth, rather than simply drill, fill or replace them? We speak to regenerative dentistry researcher Ana Angelova Volponi and dentist Michelle Ever Juan about a new wave of dentistry.
International Affairs - Bang Xiao - China and the US
China is undergoing a major strategic shift under Xi Jinping, moving away from its earlier reliance on Western markets, towards greater self-reliance and a more independent role.
Machines and Microchips
Semiconductor chips are one of the world's important technologies. Silicon power that’s required for everything from iPhones, AI systems, electric vehicles and advanced weapons.
The Challenge: Which fabric is made from the fleece of the Angora goat?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Thursday October 1 edition to see if you have the answer!
Castles - A Fortified History
Castles have the unique ability to inspire both majesty, terror, fear and grandeur. They've served over centuries as historic turning points, charting the rise and fall of empires!
Nightlife News Breakdown - Krishani Dhanji - Guardian Australia
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Krishani Dhanji, political reporter and live blogger for Guardian Australia, based in Canberra.
Nightlife News Breakdown - Michael Pascoe - Michael West Media
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Michael Pascoe, Independent commentator filing for Michael West Media & author of The Summertime of Our Dreams.
Nightlife Economics with Ian Verrender
Ian Verrender, ABC's Business and Finance Editor, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife with the latest in economic, business and finance news.
The Challenge: Which cards are wild in canasta?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Wednesday September 30 edition to see if you have the answer!
Time - the physics that makes the universe tick?
Time remains one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in physics. Whether it has a beginning and an end, why it only points toward the future and not the past, whether it can be stretched and squeezed or even reversed, and whether it is even real.
What if your boss paid you to exercise?
Healthcare workers at Nepean Hospital are being given 30 minutes during the paid workday to get moving, including virtual reality tennis, boxing and bowling.
Nightlife Screen Stuff with Wenlei Ma
Critic of screens large and small, Wenlei Ma joins Philip Clark on Nightlife to review the latest to watch.
How to solve the Housing Crisis
Why has Australia found this crisis so difficult to get a grip on? What needs to change to make buying a home more affordable? What are the facts behind current circumstances?
Australian Sheik Fantasy Craze of the 1920s
A hundred years ago, the Australian public was in the midst of a 'sheik craze'. Between 1919 and 1926, it was fuelled by the popularity of Edith Maude Hull's novel The Sheik.
Nightlife News Breakdown - Greg Jericho - The Guardian
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Greg Jericho, Columnist with the Guardian and Chief Economist with The Australia Institute.
The Challenge: Jonas Grumby was the real name of which character from Gilligan’s Island?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Tuesday September 29 edition to see if you have the answer!
Kidney Disease with Brendon Neuen
Everything you need to know about Kidney Disease.
The History Quiz: Who was Australia's second Prime Minister?
Join the host of Weekend Nightlife Suzanne Hill for The History Quiz, Sunday 27th of September, the letter ‘D’ edition, to find out if you have the answer correct!
Francis Drake's accidental voyage around the world
Dr Una McIlvenna from the Australian National University tells the story of Drake's remarkable and controversial journey.
Suzi Quatro’s favourite songs
This rock n roll trailblazer’s inspiration list ranges from Perry Como to Prince
The films that explore the love-hate bonds of brothers and sisters
From a new Oasis documentary to Sense and Sensibility's Elinor and Marianne, sibling relationships prove rich territory for filmmakers.
Rooms That Rocked: Lizotte’s Newcastle
For 14 years, Lizotte’s brought dinner and a show to Newcastle, hosting music legends and emerging artists in one of the city’s most-loved live music rooms.
The Pop Quiz: In the film Terminator, Sarah Connor was played by who?
Join Suzanne Hill for The Pop Quiz, Saturday 26, to find out if you have the answer correct!
What is the greatest Australian novel?
Which Australia novel belongs on everyone's bookshelves
The Challenge: How many pints in a gallon?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Friday September 25 edition to see if you have the answer!
The Challenge: In which Australian building would you find the Bennelong Restaurant?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Thursday September 24 edition to see if you have the answer!
Motortorque with Toby Hagon
If you're trying to decide which car to buy or want to learn more about the latest EVs on the market, Motortorque can help.
Why is our use of spoken word diminishing?
Would you know how many words you speak in a day? According to a new study, our daily conversations are shrinking as we double down into our online devices.
Is Europe heading to War with Russia?
Concerns are growing across Europe about Russia's so-called hybrid warfare, from cyberattacks and sabotage to drones and disinformation.
Nightlife News Breakdown - Sara Tomevska - ABC Political Reporter
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Sara Tomevska, federal political reporter for ABC based in Canberra.
The Challenge: Which Australian bird is the smallest species of penguin?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Wednesday September 23 edition to see if you have the answer!
Nightlife News Breakdown - Mark Kenny - The Canberra Times
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Mark Kenny, The Canberra Times political analyst and a professor at the ANU's Australian Studies Institute.
The Nerd Reich - Warnings Sounded over AI Billionaires
Warnings are being sounded at the United Nations over the pace of development of Artificial Intelligence, which could outpace government ability to manage emerging risks.
Nightlife Economics with Ian Verrender
Ian Verrender, ABC's Business and Finance Editor, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife with the latest in economic, business and finance news.
Memory Loss and signs of Dementia
Dr Mark Hohenberg, Geriatrician, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife to discuss the early signs we should be looking out for with memory loss and dementia.
How immigration made Australia
Immigration built Australia, from pre-colonial origins through colonisation, the gold rush, the post-war immigration boom, the end of the White Australia policy, and the modern policy of temporary migration.
70th Anniversary of Maralinga Operation Buffalo nuclear tests
Michael Adams, creator and host of the Forgotten Australia podcast joined Philip Clark to discuss the 70th anniversary of Operation Buffalo's first atomic blast at Maralinga.
The Challenge: What was Led Zeppelin's first number one single in Australia?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Tuesday September 22 edition to see if you have the answer!
Nightlife News Breakdown - Amy Remeikis - Political Analyst
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Amy Remeikis, chief political analyst for The Australia Institute and independent political commentator.
Nightlife Tech Talk with Peter Marks
Peter Marks, software developer and technology commentator from Access Informatics, joined Philip Clark and listeners to Nightlife with the latest tech news and information.
Facial prosthetics and plastic surgery
Nightlife discusses the remarkable science, skill and artistry behind facial prosthetics with Philip Clark joined by Sophie Fleming, a clinical anaplastologist specialising in external prosthetic rehabilitation of the face and body.
American Insight with Bill Wyman
Nightlife takes a deeper perspective than just the news on what is happening in America with Philip Clark joined by Bill Wyman, former assistant managing editor of National Public Radio in Washington, and columnist for SMH and the AGE.
Nightlife News Breakdown - Hugh Riminton - Ten News
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Hugh Riminton, National Affairs Editor, Ten News First.
Nightlife Science with Dan Lambeth
Dan Lambeth, Associate Director of Science Education at the Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, joined Philip Clark with the latest in science news.
Revealed - The Happiest Place in Australia
A regional city has taken the top spot as the happiest in Australia. The Institute for Quality of Life's 2026 Happy City Index, ranks it 16th happiest in the world.
The Challenge: Which martial art is the official sport of South Korea?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Monday September 21 edition to see if you have the answer!
Ötzi the Iceman: A 5,300 year old cold case
A body frozen for 5,000 years and evidence of murder. What happened to Ötzi the Iceman?
The History Quiz: At which location did World War 2 cryptanalysts cracking the German Enigma Code?
Join the host of Weekend Nightlife Suzanne Hill for The History Quiz, Sunday 20th of September, secrets edition, to find out if you have the answer correct!
Behind the hype of Australia's psychedelic renaissance
Psychedelics have been touted as breakthrough treatments for mental health conditions like depression and PTSD . But can they live up to the hype?
Myf Warhurst enters Middle Rage
Is the rage of middle age really about menopause, or everything that came before it?
The Pop Quiz: Who is Danger Mouse's sidekick?
Join the host of Weekend Nightlife Suzanne Hill for The Pop Quiz, Saturday September 19th edition, to find out if you have the answer correct!
Melbourne's high priestess of soul shares her playlist
Lead singer of The Bamboos Kylie Auldist heard her song in a nightclub thousands of kilometres away from home
The Dance Floor Divide
When did dancing become something some men feel they’re not supposed to do?
Why three sisters swore off marriage to pursue careers in law and medicine
Jane and Janet Greig were among Australia's first female doctors and their younger sister Flos became the first woman in the new nation to practice law.
Holly Ringland challenges us to face our pasts
Holly Ringland talks about threading themes of belonging, memory and what it takes to face our pasts into her latest novel, "The World Beneath Her Feet".
How hard is it to learn a new accent (and how do actors do it)?
Not quite British, not quite American, this hybrid accent was embraced by Hollywood in the 1930s and 40s.
The Challenge: When was the first Batman comic published?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Friday September 18 edition to see if you have the answer!
Nightlife News Brakdown with Clare Armstrong — ABC News
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Clare Armstrong, the ABC's chief digital political correspondent, based at Parliament House in Canberra.
Waleed Aly — Future of Liberalism
Waleed Aly examines what happened to liberalism, the rise of new conservative and progressive politics, and why freedom can sometimes feel so unfree.
The Challenge: What is the world's smallest species of bear?
Play The Mighty Challenge, Thursday September 17 edition to see if you have the answer!
