3AW Mornings with Tom Elliott

Tom Elliott is concerned about the growing trend of major companies replacing hundreds, if not thousands, of jobs with AI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Institute of Petroleum chief executive Malcolm Roberts joined Tom Elliott to discuss a potential decrease in petrol prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Lawyers Alliance spokesperson Greg Barns SC joined Tom Elliott to discuss the amount of taxpayer funded money being spent on barristers for Jacinta Allan and Daniel Andrews during the Big Build royal commission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - As the national economy slows and household budgets remain under sustained pressure, economists and policymakers keep pointing to a single silver bullet to turn things around: boosting productivity. Yet for many workers, the term often sounds like corporate jargon for doing longer hours for the same pay. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant unpacks what productivity actually means in the modern era and why Australia has hit an economic stalemate. Dr. Alex Robson, Deputy Chair of the Productivity Commission, explains why productivity is about working smarter rather than Harder, how rapidly changing technology and digital roles make economic output difficult to measure, and the major structural barriers holding the nation back. Then, Chief Societal Economist at UNSW Professor Richard Holden explores why national growth has flatlined, what is dragging down Australian business dynamism, and what governments and companies must do to unlock long-term prosperity. Tap the…

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Psychiatrist Dr Tanveer Ahmed joined Tom Elliott to discuss the idea of bringing back mental asylums for those suffering with mental health issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian contributing economics editor Judith Sloan joined Tom Elliott to discuss some examples of wasted taxpayer money and why this is the case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has outlined four examples of wasted taxpayer money that he is "heartily sick" of. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Featherweight UFC fighter Jack Jenkins joined Tom Elliott to discuss state Liberal leader Jess Wilson’s promise to bring the UFC back to Victoria if she wins the upcoming state election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From The Summary Podcast - Affecting roughly one in seven women and girls, endometriosis remains one of the most widespread yet historically underfunded and misunderstood medical conditions in the world. Now, Australia is taking a major step forward as the world-first Ainsworth Endometriosis Research Institute names its inaugural director to fast-track answers. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant explores why critical questions around diagnosis and treatment persist and how systemic bias continues to shape modern medicine. Inaugural Chair and Director Professor Kate Lawrenson explains what a dedicated research facility means for uncovering the root causes of the condition and outlines her key priorities starting in January. Then, Australian Women’s Health Alliance Chair Bonney Corbin discusses the broader gender divide in healthcare and why clinicians need to look well beyond reproductive health to treat women effectively. Finally, reproductive health sociologist Kate Fisher from QENDO details…

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Bairnsdale Help Driving School driving instructor Steven Stagg joined Tom Elliott to discuss the challenge learner drivers face navigating learning to drive while also having to avoid unexpected potholes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones joins Tom Elliott every Monday to discuss the latest news in sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Redbridge director Tony Barry joined Tom Elliott to discuss the latest polling results just a few weeks out from the state election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Mornings host Tom Elliott outlined a recent experience when he saw Victoria’s pothole issue through the lens of a learner driver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Victorian Police Detective Senior Sergeant Charlie Bezzina joined Tom Elliott to discuss how Victoria can crack down on knife crime across the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spirits Council of Australia Steven Fanner joined Tom Elliott to discuss the proliferation of illicit alcohol across Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health and Community Services Union state secretary Paul Healey joined Tom Elliott to discuss a sharp increase in violence against staff at state hospitals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - After 188 years of trading, Australian department store institution David Jones has collapsed into voluntary administration, leaving thousands of workers in limbo and major brands stripping stock from store shelves ahead of the crucial Christmas rush. The sudden crisis has sent shockwaves across the retail landscape, raising urgent questions about whether traditional shopping models can endure in the digital era. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant investigates how the historic retailer reached this point and what the fallout means for the future of suburban malls and CBD high streets. Clinton Maynard, host of Money News, breaks down the rapid unraveling of the business, the immediate outlook for thousands of staff, and whether this collapse hands an advantage to longtime rival Myer or serves as an ominous warning of things to come. Then, retail expert Barry Urquhart explores the broader pressures crushing department stores worldwide, dissecting whether massive…

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Tom Elliott weighs in on political debates between party leaders ahead of Victoria's state election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Automotive Dealer Association chief executive James Voortman joined Tom Elliott to discuss concerns around the sharp increase in new brands of vehicles being introduced to Australian roads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parent Courtney told Tom Elliott that parents should have the option to opt their child out of topics they believe to be ‘inappropriate’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lowy Institute International Security Program director Sam Roggveen joined Tom Elliott to discuss the possibility of Australia developing nuclear weapons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - American voters have delivered a sweeping "Blue Wave" in the US Midterm elections, flipping control of both houses of Congress in a resounding rebuke of Donald Trump's administration. With the White House facing gridlock for the remainder of the presidential term, the political shockwaves are set to reach well beyond Washington. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant investigates how the balance of power has shifted and what a divided America means for key allies like Australia. White House reporter Naomi Lim from the Washington Examiner explains the voter dissatisfaction that fueled the Democratic victory, the immediate hurdles facing the Trump agenda, and whether this marks the beginning of the end for the MAGA movement's dominance over the Republican party. Then, Associate Professor David Smith from the United States Studies Centre examines whether an increasingly unpredictable president complicates diplomatic ties, shifts public trust in the alliance, and alters how…

Child and adolescent psychologist, Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family First Victorian state leader Moira Deeming told Tom Elliott that there needed to be fewer “quibbles and spats” in politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has called out the AFL's drug policy as partly to blame as Sydney Swans star Tom Papley returned a positive roadside drug test on Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on the full show here! You can listen live from 8:30am on 3AW 693 and network affiliates throughout Victoria. Get in touch with the show anytime by emailing mornings@3aw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-time player manager Peter Jess told Tom Elliott that now was the time for the league to make a statement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has issued a 'radical suggestion' around Australia rethinking its stance on nuclear weapons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered its fifth interest rate increase this year, pushing the cash rate to an 18-year high of 4.85 per cent and placing immense strain on household budgets nationwide. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant investigates whether there is an end in sight to these hikes and asks whether we need a new approach to tackling inflation. AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver breaks down the likelihood of a looming recession, the uneven burden on mortgage holders compared to higher-income earners, and why some are questioning if the RBA is relying too heavily on its single rate-hiking lever. Then, Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joins to explore the political fallout, examining how the latest rise is increasing the pressure on a government struggling to sell its message, the reaction to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s travel during the decision, and whether it’s time to find other ways to turn the economy around. Tap the follow button in…

Transport planner William McDougall joined Tom Elliott to discuss the challenges surrounding major government transport projects such as the Suburban Rail Loop and the Airport Rail Link. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Associate Professor in American Politics and Foreign Policy United States Studies Centre, David Smith, joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on the full show here! You can listen live from 8:30am on 3AW 693 and network affiliates throughout Victoria. Get in touch with the show anytime by emailing mornings@3aw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

78-year-old Anne joined Tom Elliott to talk about her experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Electoral Commission electoral commissioner Sven Bluemmel joined Tom Elliott to discuss polarising political views that are potentially leading to aggression and violence at polling stations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott speaks about the US President as the midterm elections get underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham joined Tom Elliott to discuss the likely flow on effects of the fifth interest rate hike of the year and how he would look to improve the economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott said that no one in power was willing to call out the public policy problem unfolding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson joined Tom Elliott to discuss how the opposition government would lower spending and put downward pressure on inflationary forces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on the full show here! You can listen live from 8:30am on 3AW 693 and network affiliates throughout Victoria. Get in touch with the show anytime by emailing mornings@3aw.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Redbridge Group Australia Director Kos Samaras has revealed three likely scenarios for the state election based on the latest polling data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Summary Podcast - The fascinators are out as Flemington hosts another edition of the Melbourne Cup, but questions are mounting over whether the historic event still commands the country's attention. With declining television ratings, dropping crowd numbers, and growing animal welfare scrutiny, the famous fixture faces an uncertain cultural future. On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant examines how a nineteenth-century handicap became a national institution and whether modern Australia is falling out of love with it. Historian and author Jim Haynes reflects on the origins of the race, how it cemented itself in the Australian psyche, and its endurance through major global disruptions. Then, journalist Eddie Summerfield reports trackside from Flemington on the ground-level atmosphere, the continuing impact of the "Say Nup to the Cup" movement and shifting punter habits. Tap the follow button in your podcast app to get the latest episode from The Summary. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you…

Transport planner and infrastructure advisor Dr Eric Keys joined Tom Elliott to discuss the latest news on Sunshine's involvement in the Airport Rail Link and why the government seems to be so obsessed with it being connected to the rail link. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lord Mayor of Melbourne Nicholas Reece has called for the Melbourne Cup public holiday to be celebrated across the country, not just in Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New information was revealed on Tuesday morning which Tom Elliott could not understand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The McKinnon Institute's latest data shows just 30.5% of Australians trust federal politicians and Tom Elliott is not surprised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones joins Tom Elliott every Monday to discuss the big stories in sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott was shocked when reading some of the statements on the website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.