Drills Before the Storm: Inside Taiwan’s Biggest War Games 11/07/25

After years of removing himself from the spotlight, are things about to change for the disgraced Prince Andrew?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taiwan is preparing for the worst. As tensions with China escalate, the island is staging its largest ever military drills—fighter jets, warships, and even civilians are taking part. What’s behind the show of force? And how close are we to a real conflict? News.com.au’s Sam Clench explains. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're diving headfirst into the glitter-strewn, Prosecco-fuelled chaos of a modern hen’s party — where the fun is high and the price tag even higher. You'll hear from one woman who's officially had enough… and a male stripper who's seen everything. And yes, we mean everything. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Curry joins us to revisit one of Australia’s most beloved films, The Castle. He reveals how he landed the role of Dale Kerrigan, what it was really like on set, and how the entire movie was shot in just 10 days. From behind-the-scenes chaos to cultural legacy, this episode is going straight to the pool room. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As game 3 of the NRL State of Origin approaches, calls are growing louder for the AFL to bring back its own version of the iconic clash. In this episode, I’m joined by news.com.au sports writer Matt Sullivan to unpack the history, the hype, and whether AFL Origin could really make a comeback. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dalai Lama turned 90 this week, but who is he really? Dr. Ruth Gamble gives us an insightful overview into the life and role of the Dalai Lama. We learn about his religious influence as a top Buddhist teacher, his political history as a leader of the Tibetan people, and his exile from Tibet in 1959. Dr. Gamble also explains the complex process for selecting a new Dalai Lama, the Chinese government's competing claim, and the likelihood of having two Dalai Lamas in the future.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Princess of Wales has shared one of her most emotional and personal revelations since starting her cancer journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We unpack the explosive 2009 backstage bust-up that ended Oasis, and the long road to their headline-grabbing reunion. Joining me is news.com.au music writer Kathy McCabe, who’s covered every twist in the Gallagher saga. From sibling spats to stadium paydays, we’re diving deep into what tore them apart, what brought them back, and how much they're set to earn for playing nice. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid reports that OnlyFans is up for sale, we dive into the business behind the billion-dollar platform, from its creation in 2016 to now. Plus, former OnlyFans star Lucy Banks joins us to talk about cash flow, burnout, and the strangest custom request she ever received. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all think we know how to drink coffee, but according to Dr Zac Turner, most of us are getting it very wrong. In this episode, we dive into the science behind when you should have your first cup of the day—and why reaching for that early-morning brew might be doing more harm than good. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.