Overnight With Michael Mclaren

Aussie historian, author & entertainer Jim Haynes joins Overnight each week for his unique knowledge of Aussie Wit, Words and Wisdom from Australia’s history. This week Jim shines the spotlight on  Banjo Patterson and race horses See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffry's weekly talk with Leith Van Onselen, Chief Economist at the MB Fund &  Co-founder of Macrobusiness, to dissect the politics behind Australia’s economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Joe Dusseldorp, Sydney based Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon taks to Mike about the latest breakthrough technology of 3D printing of body parts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mike speaks to legendary entrepreneur Dick Smith about the roll-out of renewable energy as well as alternatives such as Nuclear energy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor of Hawkesbury Sarah McMahon talks to Mike about the lack of action by NSW Premier - Chris Minns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast: - Thursday, 11th of AprilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike's producer Rob dives into the rabbit hole and comes back with some information about the legend that is Rosie Grier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffrey’s weekly political chat with Terry Barnes – Columnist, political and policy consultant & former Howard government adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike speaks to Helen Joyce from Sex Matters in the UK about the Cass report slamming the NHS for letting down children in gender care and specifically the use of puberty blockers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike speaks with Michelle Isles, CEO of Climate and Health Alliance  (CAHA) about Europe’s top human rights court ruling that the Swiss government had violated the humanrights of its citizens by failing to do enough to combat climate change, in a decision that will set a precedent for future climate lawsuits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast: - Wednesday, 10th of AprilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks to Freya Leach, from the Menzies Research Centre, about the housing crisis facing young Australians due to Labor policy failures. Ms Leach criticizes Prime Minister Albanese's plan to build 1.2 million homes by 2029 as insufficient, given the high immigration rate exacerbating the housing shortage. She suggests the government must either increase home construction significantly or reduce migration to address the issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined by Ian Parmeter - Research Scholar, Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies, Australian National University / Former Australia’s ambassador to Lebanon and counsellor at Australia’s embassy in Moscow - to discuss Israel's war on Gaza and Prime Minister Netanyahu's objective of total victory over Hamas. Despite significant destruction by the Israel Defense Forces, victory remains distant after six months due to Hamas's continued presence in Gaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast: - Wednesday, 10th of AprilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for April 10th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys is joined by Sarah Boorer, Communications professional & CWA award-winning cook, to look at the world of baked goods, delicious treats and & easy recipes. This week Sarah whips up a pound cake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor David Flint chats to Mike Jeffreys on the week’s important issues & political news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the full show podcast: - Tuesday, 9th of AprilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike discusses drug testing with Nicole Lee, Adjunct Professor at Melbourne's National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, following the announcement that the first drug checking pilot in NSW will begin operating Monday. Located at the Medically Supervised Injecting Centre (MSIC) in Kings Cross, the program will run once a week for four months, sampling from 100 registered MSIC users. Participants provide a small amount of their drugs for analysis and receive detailed feedback on substance composition and harm reduction advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.