The Rita Panahi Show

The Coalition and One Nation move towards a preference deal in Victoria, COP31 is underway in Turkey. Plus, speculation mounts that Abdul El-Sayed is preparing for a presidential run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retailer David Jones collapses with store closures expected before Christmas, is the hypocrisy writ large as women go nuts for stripped down soccer star Jude Bellingham's Calvin Klein campaign. Plus, Rita takes a deep dive into US politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese in the Caribbean as interest rates soar to an 18-year high, celebrities step up their campaigning in the days before the US midterms. Plus, the PM joins King Charles onboard a yacht to warn of the threat of climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor's primary vote sinks as Treasurer Jim Chalmers records a disastrous personal approval rating, Victorian Labor launch an attack on conservative commentator Calista Clements. Plus, the violent protests sweeping across Europe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM's golf club sewage scandal is getting stinkier by the day, Jim Chalmers budget headache worsens as the numbers get uglier. Plus, the Democrats roll out Obama in those key states that will determine the future of the Senate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria lands itself three times running as the worst state in Australia to do business, the NSW government has finally backed down on its ridiculous move to reduce plastics. Plus, Donald Trump eyes up Canada as the United States 51st state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies struggle to put food on the table while Anthony Albanese pumps up his public sector with a hefty pay packet, Kathy Hochul takes the crown for worst governor in the US. Plus, Meghan Markle lands a new job in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition surges ahead in Victoria with Jess Wilson confident they can secure a majority, Marine Le Pen kicks off her campaign after another violent weekend of protests in France. Plus, the Democrats bring Barack Obama in for their campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The eSafety commissioner's concerning internet laws, Labor's primary vote drops by over 10 per cent since the last federal election. Plus, whistleblowers could earn cash for dobbing in fraudsters in a new crackdown led by US President Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New South Wales government has introduced Workplace Protection Orders as thugs overrun shops, President Macron is forced to implement curfews. Plus, The Simpsons' beloved character is back after cancel culture wiped him off our screens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An audit reveals the mounting widespread errors and false readings from the Bureau of Meteorology, President Emmanuel Macron struggles to cool the temperature as protests rage on in France. Plus, JD Vance opens up about his chances for 2028. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morale within the Labor Party slumps as MPs are forced to defend policy backflips and blunders, Australia's unemployment rate jumps to 4.7 per cent. Plus, Russell Brand in court as he faces serious sexual offences in the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court slaps down the government's decision to block a $1.3 billion gold mine project in Blayney, Greta Thunberg joins the protests in France. Plus, pop Star Olivia Rodrigo styles her hair with her armpit sweat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Antisemitism Royal Commission set to hold a last minute secret hearing, Chris Bowen put up for the night as a guest of the Saudi Arabian government. Plus, the raid of Democrat Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angus Taylor goes against a push by former treasurer Josh Frydenberg to increase the GST, Pauline Hanson prepared to set aside her grievances with the Libs. Plus, James Talarico's proof of life interview with MS Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minnesota Senate hopeful El-Sayed may not be on the winning track the Dems seem to portray, nepo babies dominate the runway this fashion week. Plus, Donald Trump has some choice words for hecklers who tried to disrupt his latest Texas rally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protesters are met with tear gas as France's school riots descend into anarchy, a UK town forced into lockdown by the government to make way for migrant boats. Plus, Gillian Anderson blows up at front row fans at her theatre show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chalmers' budget backlash is so bad the Treasury is hunting for leakers, could government-owned supermarkets actually make your groceries cheaper? Plus, Brazil swings right in the first round of the Presidential election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claims Australia is full of 'white supremacy institutions', Julia Gillard and Jacinda Ardern to headline climate talkfest. Plus, rising interest payments limiting government cost-of-living. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youth crime and bail laws emerge as the single biggest issue driving voters in Victoria, outrage in North Queensland over a ban on gillnet fishing. Plus, Pete Hegseth's "no fatties, no trannies" military policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers refuses to accept responsibility for the nation's economic woes, a former Hamas bodyguard secured citizenship in Britain before plotting a terrorist attack. Plus, the Soros family's ties with socialist Democrat Abdul El Sayed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers under fire as interest rates soar to a 15-year high, Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen claims coal is an expensive and unreliable form of energy. Plus, the ABC mocked for a ridiculous media watch exposé. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tens of thousands of boat arrivals handed visas by the Albanese government, the RBA's expected rate hike to wipe out any housing affordability gained by falling property prices. Plus, SNL UK joins the hate pile on Ed Sheeran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM talks tough on the global stage as he accepts a Global Citizen award, Argentina's President delivers a fiery speech to the United Nations General Assembly. Plus, Xi Jinping's arrival for a three-day summit with President Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump delivers a major blow to Anthony Albanese's tech agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares for his first state visit to the US in 11 years. Plus, the US President's attack on the International Criminal Court and UNESCO. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Channel Nine's disgraceful attempt to link the Ku Klux Klan with One Nation, the government claims power bills could fall by 40 per cent. Plus, Greta Thunberg seems to have lost interest in Palestine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM and international media stunned by a question that left Anthony Albanese reeling, the AFL's questionable relationship with the gambling industry. Plus, another ICE related shooting has heightened debate about deportations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies kept in the dark on four “major” terrorism plots in the past 9 months, details about the lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. Plus, could the Northern Territory supply the entire country with gas for centuries? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New home sales crash as investors abandon the market, Spanish police transfer hundreds of migrants in Ceuta to a new shelter facility. Plus, the candidate most likely to lead the Democrats' in the 2028 presidential election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation and Labor draw level in New South Wales ahead of the state election, calls for Alastair Clarkson to receive compensation in the aftermath of the Hawthorn racism saga. Plus, Sydney Sweeney strips nude for a gambling ad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Members of the leftist media push for greater censorship under Labor's digital safety bill, an Australian comic celebrates the anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Plus, Donald Trump's eventful trip to Ireland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turning Point USA thriving in the wake of Charlie Kirk's death, James Talarico backtracks stance on trans student-athletes. Plus, Harry and Meghan would rather be known as 'public figures' than 'private citizens'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fallout from Warren Pickering's admission to drug use in his twenties, Angela Merkel weighs in on AfD's stunning victory in Germany. Plus, families of 9/11 victims demanding Mayor Zohran Mamdani does not attend the coming memorial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers under pressure from One Nation, Anthony Albanese to attend his first COP as prime minister. Plus, King Charles lays down the law to Harry and Meghan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor's push for greater online censorship exposed in its so-called digital-safety reforms, calls from the Jewish community for Ed Sheeran to dump his support act Macklemore. Plus, what the Lindsay Clancy trial tells us about the modern Left. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers hits back at accusations that Treasury under­estimated the impact of his government's tax changes on home values and rents, Australia's electricity grid faces extra strain. Plus, Donald Trump's crackdown on "bogus" charities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasury faces growing questions over its flawed modelling for the May budget, Chris Bowen spends over $6 million on luxury hotel ­accommodation ahead of COP 31. Plus, increasing hostility between the Trump administration and Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prime minister under pressure to revisit staff allocations for One Nation, Europe's energy crisis deepens with looming gas shortages. Plus, country singer Jelly Roll in damage control after alienating most of his fanbase. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM panics as One Nation surges ahead of Labor in the latest polls, uproar in Victoria as a man identifying as a woman wins a top goal scorer award in the women's competition. Plus, proud feminist governor Kathy Hochul donning a hijab in New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prime minister heckled by farmers at the National Bush Summit, the winner of Miss Universe Australia Caity Worthington joins the program. Plus, Harry and Meghan have moved back to the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business leaders take aim at the Albanese government as Australia's economic outlook deteriorates, UK taxpayers funding an asylum centre equipped with resort-like facilities. Plus, the hypocrisy of the rich nepo babies of the Democrat socialists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland vows to fight for a fair deal on the GST, New South Wales and Victoria face an electricity squeeze over the next decade. Plus, Iran's threats to assassinate Donald Trump's youngest child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation's immigration policy under renewed scrutiny after David Farley contradicts Pauline Hanson, Seb Costello unpacks the latest on the Sydney Swans scandal. Plus, hundreds of women show their support for confessed triple killer Lindsay Clancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Carroll announces a royal commission into corruption on Victoria's Big build projects. Plus, Chris Bowen contemplating a carbon credit trading system that looks suspiciously like the carbon tax 2.0. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More warnings that Jim Chalmers' tax changes could lead to a 30 per cent spike in rents, Reform UK's latest efforts to curb the welfare state. Plus, the man most likely to become the next governor of Florida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers intensify protests against renewable energy projects, the NAB warns that rents could soar by 30 per cent over the next two years. Plus, bombshell revelations about a Democrat congressman involved in an illicit relationship with a Chinese spy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Bowen under pressure over the performance of Labor's secretive Capacity Investment Scheme, the Logies celebrated mediocrity and leftist self-indulgence last night. Plus, revelations that ABC News were directed by Anthony Fauci. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Bragg causes unrest within Coalition ranks after his National Press Club address, US withdraws troops from Iraq after more than 20 years. Plus, transgender AFL player given the green light to take to the field in a women's competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese and senior government ministers stop claiming that their policies are tanking the property market, details of Iran's assassination plot against President Donald Trump. Plus, singer Lizzo is celebrating "Fat Liberation Month". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Carroll delays the start of the state's work-from-home policy, more disturbing Fauci revelations. Plus, AFL great Chris Judd joins the show to speak about investors changing their strategies amid the governments tax hikes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.