Overnight With Michael Mclaren

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With former Greens candidate Donna Nelson being sentenced to six years jail in Japan for importing 2kg of methamphetamine, the spotlight has turned to drug mules and romance scams. Over $201 million was reported as lost to romance scammers last year and that’s just the tip of the iceberg according to Dating Coach & Founder of Aligned Connections, Karina Chapman. Donna Nelson was duped by online romance scammer ‘Kelly’, by accepting a free holiday, and transporting a suitcase. Karina tells Clinton, “Scammers build relationships over time with vulnerable people before asking them to send money or carry a package. This can result in victims stuck in international prisons for years for something they didn’t intentionally do.”  Karina says five things you can do to keep yourself safe from international scammers are: Insist on a video chat. Meet in a neutral location.  Listen to your gut.  Never send money, and 5. Never agree to carry anything that’s not

Clinton Maynard is joined by Brendan O’Neill, journalist & Editor of Spiked / Host of the Spiked podcast & author of ‘After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation’, to dissect the stories making headlines in the U.K. & the world over the past week. You can keep up to date with Brendan’s most recent work by visiting the ‘Spiked’ website www.spiked-online.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Maynard has a weekly chat with Sue Dodd from the Sydney Markets about what bargains are on offer at the markets this week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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 poems about Aussie patriotism.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Maynard 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 Baked Christmas ham with maple syrup and clove glaze (courtesy of delicious.com.au) Ingredients (6)7kg whole smoked leg ham on the bone10g (approximately 120) cloves1 cup (250g) brown sugar2 tbs English mustard1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup Method1.Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Line a large roasting tray with bakingpaper.2.To remove the skin from the ham, use a small sharp knife to cut an incisionaround the base of the hock. Carefully run the knife under the skin and around theedge of the ham. Loosen the skin by running your fingers between the skin and fat,then remove the skin and discard. Gently score the fat of the ham, being careful tonot cut through into the meat, into 2-3cm diamonds. (You can use a ruler to helpkeep straight, even lines.) Stud a clove into

Entertainment reporter Ian Horner reveals to Clinton the fascinating life of legendary Academy Awarding-winning actor James Stewart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secret ballots are a cornerstone of democracy, ensuring elections remain free from coercion or retaliation by keeping voters' choices anonymous. Traditionally, physical paper ballots have safeguarded this anonymity. However, as voting moves online, questions about privacy arise. The Australian National University (ANU) recently held a critical vote on staff pay using an online system provided by CorpVote. While staff were assured of anonymity, concerns emerged. CorpVote claims its system guarantees secret ballots and is widely used by major Australian organizations, including Woolworths, Coles, Telstra, and the ABC. To investigate these assurances, Clinton speaks with Vanessa Teague, Adjunct Associate Professor, College of Engineering and Computer Science at ANU, who uncovered alarming issues regarding voter anonymity in the online system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Maynard’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.

The holiday season's festive decorations can pose serious fire risks. Candles alone cause over 40 preventable fire deaths in Australian homes annually, while 40% of house fires stem from electrical appliances or faults. Alarming research from Brooks Australia shows that 40% of Aussie parents have left an electrical appliance on, underscoring the need for vigilance during this busy time. Clinton chats with Tony Talbot, State Manager and Fire Safety Expert at Brooks Australia, about simple but crucial steps to keep your home fire-safe this festive season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Clinton Maynard’s weekly chat with U.K. correspondent Enda Brady, host of Round Table On TRT World, about what's making news in the United Kingdom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'The Conversation' invited 30 writers from diverse fields to share their top books of 2024, celebrating the reads that left a lasting impression. While "best of" lists are always subjective, they offer a glimpse into the stories that resonated most. The Books & Ideas team joined the fun, sharing their own picks. Suzy Freeman-Greene chose Hazzard and Harrower: The Letters (NewSouth), a vivid four-decade correspondence between two brilliant writers, as gripping as a fine novel. (Honourable mention: Samantha Harvey’s Orbital). James Ley picked Vladimir Sorokin’s Blue Lard (NY Review Books), a wild mix of science fiction, alternative history, and irreverent satire of Russian literature. (Honourable mention: Rachel Kushner’s Creation Lake). Jo Case, The Conversation's Deputy Books and Ideas Editor, loved Sarah Manguso’s Liars (Picador), an electric and poetic fragmented divorce novel blending precision with raw emotion. (Honourable mention: Fiona McFarlane’s inventive Highwa

The latest NSW crime statistics from BOCSAR show stability across all 13 major offence categories over the two years to September 2024—the first time since 2022 with no significant increases. Clinton speaks with Jackie Fitzgerald, BOCSAR's Executive Director, who notes the positive trend: “While property crime has been declining since 2018, we’ve seen persistent rises in domestic and sexual assault. It’s encouraging that as of September 2024, no major violent or property crimes have increased in the past two years, both in Sydney and regional NSW.” Motor vehicle theft, previously on the rise, also appears to have stabilized statewide. Only 5 of 28 NSW areas reported increases over the past two years. Additionally, court actions against adults and young people have remained steady. However, a 10-year view reveals notable increases in some offences: Domestic violence-related assault: Up 3% annually, rising in most regional and Sydney areas. Sexual assault: Up 8.2% annually, increa

Clinton speaks with Ryan Park, Labor Member for Keira and Minister for Health, about the latest Bureau of Health Information (BHI) report, highlighting the challenges and improvements in NSW public health services from July to September 2024. Emergency departments (EDs) saw 787,590 attendances, a 2.1% increase from the same period in 2023, with a record 195,703 patients arriving by ambulance. While more urgent cases were treated, less serious presentations declined since early 2024. Wait times worsened, with only 61.3% of patients starting treatment on time—a record low—and less than half of urgent cases (49.2%) treated on time. Elective surgery timeliness improved compared to 2023, but the number of patients waiting beyond recommended times rose from 1,857 in June 2024 to 3,991 in September 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton is joined by Kirby Sorenson, a dietitian from Moshy, to share her expert tips on navigating Christmas feasts and enjoying the holiday season without overindulging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Clinton Maynard chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 11th December.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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