Ghost Kitchens: The Food Is Real, The Restaurant Isn’t 18/07/25

After the bombshell news dropped that senior staff for the King and Harry met for a secret peace summit, there has been a major development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've probably ordered from one and never realised it. Ghost kitchens, or dark kitchens, are delivery-only food operations with no storefront, no signage, and sometimes, no clue who's really behind the meal. In this episode, news.com.au journalist Heath Parkes-Hupton lifts the lid on the hidden world of ghost kitchens in Australia. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who sits at the top of Hollywood’s A-list in the 21st century? In this episode, I’m joined by news.com.au’s Bronte Coy to debate the biggest movie star of our time. From box office giants like Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt to critically acclaimed icons like Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, we dive into fame, legacy, and star power to settle the score—well, sort of. For more, head to news.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.