Reviews
Well researched. Highly entertaining. Explains the world so well
Lil whan via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 03/21/24
Fascinating
SimonAlfref via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 03/17/24
Interesting, funny, and well researched! I have loved this podcast for years. Truly my only criticism is that there isn’t more Matt Bevan.
lpr5so via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 03/11/24
The episodes about the background of Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran were just excellent. I find the presenter to be impartial and objective, and I entertaining at the same time.
Edda Marine via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 02/13/24
well produced and entertaining enough to continue subscribing…for now
Annieisokaymmkay via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/08/24
Matt is a great storyteller.
NotGary01 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/18/23
In a world full of content, this podcast series stands out as one of the best. Detailed info about world events, insights into backgrounds and causes and objective commentary fill episodes. This is top quality journalism at its best. Too bad episodes aren’t longer - they always seem to end too...Read full review »
Jude Hidden Valley via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/16/23
Thank you Matt Bevan and all for this excellent podcast.
chateau10 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/15/23
Love the podcast. A perfect way to get a handle on what’s going on Geo politically. You are so talented. I just wish you could make these episodes longer so that you could put more of the finer details in. Would be even more fascinating. Not sure why you have made the format so short. I’m sure...Read full review »
Lovetolaugh1000 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/14/23
Fantastic show- I enjoy all the episodes!
0elsa via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/13/23
Thanks Matt & team. Great show, informative, well written and produced. I’ve listened right from the first show on Russia- what an eye opener. Damn Putin!
BallinaOsprey via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/13/23
Preferred the longer format. Too bite sized but still a great listen.
MandaMarrickville via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/10/23
Have been listening to this series since the very beginning and find it fascinating, factual, well presented and very entertaining.
tbbman66 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/08/23
One of my favourite podcasts. I discovered it quite late but then binged all the episodes and recommended it to family and friends. I have enjoyed the recent series, especially the range of topics. Each episode answers questions I’d been asking myself when listening to daily news coverage. Matt’s...Read full review »
Yep! I’m listening via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/07/23
Great podcasts, lots of interesting facts delivered in light humour
Frewy67 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/04/23
Pretty fun
kndvv via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/03/23
Love this podcast & the abc visual version. Matt takes the complex and makes it understandable and engaging. Pretty sure I’m smarter because of this!
fodderfile via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/30/23
Want to be across more than the narrow focus information that passes for news? Guaranteed that you’ll learn something and understand more about your world in an easy to listen to way. You’re missing out if you miss it.
LMGrimble via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/29/23
Well researched and incredibly well written and produced, every topic is an intelligent, contextualised yet digestible and extremely enjoyable exploration of how we got here and what it means. 5 stars no negatives
LoreseyK via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/29/23
Relevant newsworthy stories delivered in a super fun and easy to digest manner. I love this podcast and never miss an episode.
Katelouiseplease via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/23/23
I live in Honiara and I went to the opening ceremony and I’m 9
benny AUSTRALIA via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/22/23
This is SUCH a great podcast! Thoroughly enjoyable, captivating & interesting to listen to. Highly recommend!
Runningwithdogs via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/17/23
Fascinating and informative!! An absolute must!
Maimie Elena via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/07/23
Fantastic short and informative stories. Thank you for breaking down the complexities of geo-political issues using a well-balanced lens. Looking forward to more episodes.
CASTMB via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/06/23
This is so brilliant. The episodes on Palestine and Israel should be compulsory listening - especially for politicians.
Buss-a via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/04/23
Love the history lessons & hence the series❗️
Anothet ABC supporter via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/01/23
This is a one of my very favourite podcasts. Matt Bevan is pretty funny and sometimes the grimness of what is going on in the world requires us to step back and have a wry smile. It’s either that or “hand me those razor blades”. But he is not flippant. This is an extremely interesting, insightful...Read full review »
gliddofglood via Apple Podcasts · Switzerland · 11/01/23
Mr Bevan…. I can respond to your show’s title - I *am listening, and, in fact, I can’t stop listening. Great show.
Tinaw3 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/24/23
A totally listenable podcast. Been listening since “Russia, if you’re listening” in the sad, sad days of Donald Trump. Interesting, factual & entertaining all in one.
RaoulTittel via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/08/23
I have listened to every series of “If You’re Listening” and have honestly enjoyed every episode. My only niggle is that as each one ends I find myself thinking “Oh no! Don’t stop just yet….What about…?” Thanks so much; each week I learn something new and often see a topic from a fresh...Read full review »
Rosie1504 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/05/23
This show went through some editorial meddling, and was halved in length from ~30m to ~15m. There is not enough time for the in-depth coverage which used to make it interesting. It used to be a great show; this editorial meddling has ruined it.
Mallard in Flight via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/04/23
I love a podcast that is educating while entertaining. The YouTube videos add another dimension to the podcast. Made my wife watch one and now she is hooked too.
mytrini via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/01/23
So informative and interesting - each episode feels like 5 seconds it is that engaging - I only wish it was longer - I can imagine there is a ton of work behind the scenes to put this together so … thank you !!
ozzieingermany via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 09/30/23
Amazing Podcast, I could not stop listening. So informative and so interesting, only downside is there isn’t enough episodes. Please keep updates coming. And please make the new series longer episodes
Jade:);) via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/29/23
This show is great. Each series has explored history and current events is entertaining and informative detail. My only criticism about this season is that the depth has been lost somewhat. I used to love the multiple parts each week. In attempting to cover something different each time I think...Read full review »
Bolty via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/28/23
I love this podcast. Great blend of information (often on topics I know very little about) and gentle good natured humour. The host is excellent!
Greenjuicy via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/26/23
So educational can’t wait for every release
ventingly good!!!!!!!! via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/25/23
Seriously, I think it is. Just never fails to entertain, inform and educate! With good humour and sensitivity.
Peripetetic2013 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/22/23
Such a good podcast—finally! This is well researched, written and narrated. Love it!
yournightmxre__ via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/15/23
I have followed this podcast for many years and I have never been disappointed. It’s so well written and full of wonderful information. The commitment to getting to the truth is unwavering, but the true genius lies within the dedication to the Trump sound bites. Perfectly timed and appropriated....Read full review »
Milomace via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/14/23
This podcast has been my absolute favourite… UNTIL I tried the Are You Listening YouTube version. Which somehow, is even better! Matt Bevan is a gifted presenter whose subject choices, research and delivery is first-class. If you can’t watch, then listen. Simply superb.
AppleFanOz via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/03/23
Thanks Matt for the work you clearly put into breaking down the complex politics of this world. Even though the existential dread is hard, at least we’ll know what we’re dealing with when the apocalypse comes.
maggiec53 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/02/23
Excellence in journalism! Beginning with morning news summaries on the Radio National Breakfast program, Matt Bevan has fine-tuned his gift for creating logical, factual, interesting and informative stories to explain complicated histories and world events. Be it Trump’s reign, Putin’s power,...Read full review »
5annie8 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/30/23
Informative and engaging podcast
belley7834278346794 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/24/23
Thanks Matt for this great new podcast - looking forward to it each week.
BennyBiceps2410 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/23/23
So glad you’re back Matt, this new series is fascinating, a weekly must listen . Thank you for keeping us informed with your engaging, thoughtful, intelligence, humorous way. Great to get a laugh in amid the gloom. Louise
simply marvellous via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/16/23
What a mind blowing podcast! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Matt & team- WOW! Thanks for filling in the details…The conspiracies, intrigue, corruption, manipulation that’s happening in geopolitics that is slickly presented is ADDICTIVE! Please don’t stop! Also - NOW I understand WHY we need to lift interest...Read full review »
Full1/2Glass via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/11/23
Just brilliant! Informative, intelligent and interesting. Top quality show for anyone interested in deep diving into contemporary issues.
User40342 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/10/23
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