High quality investigative journalism
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“Continually produces excellent stories that are well produced, are based on fact and hold a light up to Australian society. This program is yet another example of the value of the ABC and particularly RN. There are simply no examples in the commercial media that do this kind of reporting. If you want to know some of the back story around the screaming headlines of the Murdoch press and the blithe statements of our media driven LNP government, then this is good listen. Topics are broad ranging, from nuclear power to the plight of the less well off in our society. Each is tackled fairly, and, where there is doubt, or a lack of clarity, due to information being withheld or difficulties regarding confirmation, then that is stated and, in the absence of direct interview, statements aired in their entirety, and without comment. In other words, the listener is left to draw their own conclusions. This is what good media’s role is in a pluralist democracy. It’s a very Australian idea and forms the basis of our societies’ trust in our institutions and our basic understanding of the “fair go”... to use a cliché. I recommend this podcast as a great resource to inform oneself and form your own opinion. The ABC might not be perfect, nothing is, but it is about the best there is in terms of scope and honesty in a brutally competitive environment of ideas profit, and propaganda that is 21st century media. Take the time, it’s worth it - and free!
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Dr?Strangelove via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/10/19
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“This is probably one of the best investigative podcasts I have found. The episodes are well narrated and I really look forward to them every weekend.”
Elisabeth82 via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
02/17/20
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“I tried listening to the latest episode, but gave up; I couldn’t stand the background sounds.”
Will1e via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/10/18
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“This is the crown jewel of abc investigative reporting and so vital, hope they don’t mess with it”
Countrydan4569 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/18/18
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