The Bolt Report

The Bolt Report Podcast

The Bolt Report is a daily news and current affairs commentary program broadcast on Sky News Australia, hosted by journalist and columnist Andrew Bolt. Originally launched as a weekly Sunday morning show on Network Ten in 2011, the program transitioned to a daily format on Sky News in 2016, where it has since become a central fixture of the network’s evening schedule. The show is distributed as a podcast, providing an audio version of its televised episodes for domestic and international audiences interested in Australian political discourse.

The program’s structure is primarily centered on editorial commentary and interviews. Each episode typically opens with a monologue from Bolt, where he outlines his perspective on significant national and international headlines, often focusing on federal politics, economic policy, and cultural issues. This is followed by one-on-one interviews with members of parliament, industry experts, and fellow commentators. The show maintains a consistent focus on topics such as energy policy, media criticism, and constitutional law, frequently offering a conservative-leaning analysis of these subjects.

As a host, Andrew Bolt draws on his extensive background as a columnist for the Herald Sun, often integrating his print journalism into the show’s discussions. The program is known for its critical examination of public institutions and mainstream media narratives. It frequently features regular contributors who provide insight into legal matters, international relations, and social trends.

The Bolt Report functions as an opinion-led platform that aims to provide a counter-narrative to other major news outlets in Australia. It covers a wide range of current events, from high-level legislative debates in Canberra to global geopolitical shifts. The podcast version of the show allows listeners to access these daily briefings on-demand, maintaining a focus on what the host characterizes as a direct and evidence-based approach to the news cycle. Through its combination of news reporting and ideological commentary, the program remains a significant influence within the Australian media landscape.

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Episodes

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The Bolt Report | 19 August

19 Aug 2026
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The Bolt Report | 18 August

18 Aug 2026
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The Bolt Report | 17 August

17 Aug 2026
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The Bolt Report | 13 August

This episode examines a range of pressing political and social issues, beginning with the Australian government's $2.5 billion bailout for the Tomago smelter and criticisms regarding Prime Minister Albanese's diplomatic conduct and energy policies. The discussion also covers drone incursions at RAAF bases, student protests involving Pauline Hanson, and the religious implications of the call to prayer at Lakemba Mosque. The episode further explores climate change data analysis through a dashboard showing no long-term changes in extreme weather metrics, alongside an analysis of UK immigration policies. Finally, the hosts delve into the Clacton by-election, focusing on Nigel Farage's campaign and the unexpected media impact of his opponent, Count Binface.

13 Aug 2026
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The Bolt Report | 12 August

This episode examines the political and diplomatic fallout from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's remarks regarding a gift from Japan, alongside critiques of the Australian government's economic policies. The discussion covers the impact of federal budgets on housing wealth, the proposed bailout for the Tomago aluminium smelter, and the credibility of Treasurer Jim Chalmers. The conversation also explores social and media controversies, including a prayer incident at the Bondi memorial site, the rise of climate activism as a modern religion, and debates surrounding media bias and objectivity within the ABC.

12 Aug 2026