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The Real Story With Joe Hildebrand

The Real Story With Joe Hildebrand

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Join journalist, broadcaster, and now podcaster Joe Hildebrand as he breaks down the biggest news stories of the week in everyday language.
He’ll give you all the facts you need to go into the weekend feeling informed about the stories that Australians are talking about.
It’s news that respects your intelligence. No spin, no BS... Just The Real Story.

2025 Nova Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Sarah Harris On The Demise Of The Project

    Sarah Harris On The Demise Of The Project
    Jun 25 2025

    This week on The Real Story, Sarah Harris joins Joe in studio to talk about the end of The Project, her apology to Carrie Bickmore, and how social media is killing of television. She also opens up about being axed from her first TV gig at the age of 19 and how the threat of being cancelled by online trolls is leading to "beige" television.

    Plus, Donald Trump drops the f-bomb as the ceasefire between Iran and Israel breaks down, plus a listener question about the role of diplomats.

    LINKS

    • Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram
    • Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph
    • Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.

    Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.au

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    48 mins
  • We're heading for World War III

    We're heading for World War III
    Jun 18 2025

    This week on The Real Story, with Israel and Iran now engaged in battle and Donald Trump weighing up options for the United States to get involved, there are real concerns we are on the cusp of World War III. Former Australian diplomat, now Director of the Public Opinion and Foreign Policy Program at The Lowy Institute Ryan Neelam joins Joe with his expert analysis of the situation.

    Plus new polling shows a drop in Australia's trust of the United States. And there's been a dogpile on Anthony Albanese after President Donald Trump snubbed the Prime Minister at the G7 summit - but is Albo to blame?

    LINKS

    • More on the latest Lowy Institute poll
    • Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram
    • Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph
    • Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.

    Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.au

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    36 mins
  • Australia dragged into the Los Angeles immigration protests

    Australia dragged into the Los Angeles immigration protests
    Jun 11 2025

    This week on The Real Story, Joe looks at the immigration protests in Los Angeles - why they're happening and Australia has become embroiled in the demonstrations.

    Plus shock as the axe is swung on The Project and Q&A; Tasmanians in limbo as with the Governor hesitant to call a state election; and Australian retailers losing out as the illegal tobacco trade hits $8 billion and the government continues to hike taxes.

    LINKS

    • Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram
    • Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph
    • Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.

    Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.au

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    39 mins

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