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Can The 20-Point Plan Deliver Peace In Gaza?
Oct 9, 2025
36m 14s
Trump's Peace Plan For Gaza
Oct 2, 2025
30m 06s
Albo Locks In Meeting With Donald Trump
Sep 25, 2025
24m 21s
The Fallout From Charlie Kirk's Assassination
Sep 18, 2025
36m 17s
Trump's Department of War
Sep 11, 2025
41m 24s
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| 10/9/25 |  Can The 20-Point Plan Deliver Peace In Gaza? | This week on The Real Story, pro-Palestine protests continue even with peace plans on the table; the federal Liberal party at war with each other; and The Australian's Cameron Stewart on the finer points of the 20-point peace plan for the Middle East. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 36m 14s | ||||||
| 10/2/25 |  Trump's Peace Plan For Gaza | This week on The Real Story, Donald Trump unveils his 20-point peace plan for Gaza, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to. But what are the sticking points to ending the conflict over Palestine? Former senior ALP adviser Tim Gleason joins Joe with his take. Plus, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley appearing to undermine the government as Anthony Albanese addressed the United Nations, telling U.S. lawmakers a Coalition government would revoke Palestinian statehood if elected. 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 30m 06s | ||||||
| 9/25/25 |  Albo Locks In Meeting With Donald Trump | In this episode of The Real Story, Joe takes a deep dive into Anthony Albanese's trip to the UN, as the government announces its intention to formerly recognise Palestine as a state and promote Australia's climate targets. And after copping criticism for failing to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump since his inauguration, the Prime Minister will finally meet with Trump next month. Former Labor advisor Darrin Barnett joins Joe with his insights into the situation. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 24m 21s | ||||||
| 9/18/25 |  The Fallout From Charlie Kirk's Assassination | In this episode of The Real Story, Joe explores the fallout from the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, as the political left and right play the blame game. Plus the federal Liberal Party sinks to a new low in Newspoll, with leader Sussan Ley, so far, unable to turn things around for the opposition. And the AUKUS deal may be saved with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese finally set to meet with US President Donald Trump. Former Labor senator and Australian Strategic Policy Institute chair Stephen Loosley explains the implications of the deal and our relationship with the United States. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 36m 17s | ||||||
| 9/11/25 |  Trump's Department of War | In this episode of The Real Story Joe breaks down the comments from controversial Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price about Indian migrants. Plus! Why is Donald Trump changing the name of the US defense force and waging war with Chicago. And RFK has been tasked by Donald with what is causing autism; Joe enlists the help of the founding member of Quilette Claire Lehmann, to talk about the impact of this decision. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 41m 24s | ||||||
| 9/4/25 |  The Dark Side of the March For Australia | The March For Australia, held in cities across the country over the weekend, was advertised as a way to unite the country, and stand against mass migration. But there was a darker side to these protests, as far-right extremists were given a platform to share their hateful views. Joe speaks with multicultural community liaison Aisha Amjad about the impact of the demonstrations on migrant communities, particularly in Sydney. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 33m 32s | ||||||
| 8/28/25 |  Australia kicks out Iranian ambassador | In this week's episode of The Real Story, Joe breaks down the trifecta of national security issues plaguing Australia this week. Firstly, the curious case of Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles' sudden trip to Washington - can he get an audience with the Trump administration. Then, ASIO announced it believed that Iran was the mastermind behind at least two antisemitic attacks in Australian, prompting the government to expel Iranian ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi and his staff. And China's threats to seize control of Taiwan, there are growing concerns over Beijing's potential to throttle the supply of vital computer chips to the rest of the world. National security, defence and maritime security expert, Expert Associate at the National Security College, and friend of the show Jennifer Parker joins Joe with her insights. LINKS More info on Jen Parker Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 46m 58s | ||||||
| 8/21/25 |  Vladimir Putin 'Pantsed' Donald Trump in Alaska | This week on The Real Story - Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin come face to face on U.S. soil, but it was Putin who came out on top, making no concessions in the name of peace with Ukraine. So where to next. The Australian's Chief International Correspondent Cameron Stewart weighs in. Plus Labor's economic roundtable gets underway at Parliament House in Canberra - will we see real solutions or is it a forum just for show. And new poll figures show surging support for Labor and Anthony Albanese following the election. LINKS Read more from Cameron Stewart in The Australian Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 39m 26s | ||||||
| 8/14/25 |  Australia's Plan To Recognise Palestinian Statehood | This week on The Real Story - The Albanese government reveals its intention to recognise Palestinian statehood, following in the footsteps of France, Canada and the U.K. So what does this mean politically and will it make any difference to settling the conflict between Israel and Hamas? Former Labor advisor Darrin Barnett weighs in with his thoughts. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 45m 55s | ||||||
| 8/7/25 |  Alleged Chinese spy arrested in Canberra | This week on The Real Story - 90,000 march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestine, but was anything really achieved? A Chinese national arrested in Canberra accused of being a spy - how will this affect Australia's rocky relationship with China and what is the superpower's end game? Plus Australia's national security and defence spending back in the spotlight as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS agreement. LINKS More info on Jen Parker Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 40m 15s | ||||||
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| 7/31/25 |  The Libs' War On Welcomes To Country | This week on the Real Story, the WA Liberal Party looks to take on Welcomes to Country and net-zero targets as part of its bid to stay relevant. Plus, the Albanese government move to include YouTube as part of its social media crackdown for under-16s. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 15m 50s | ||||||
| 7/24/25 |  Australia To Lower The Voting Age? | This week on the Real Story Joe tells us the real story of why Stephen Colbert was let go from his late slot. Plus! We speak to former Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham to get all the tea on why the Greens are expelling members and will Australia will lower the voting age to 16? LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 44m 35s | ||||||
| 7/17/25 |  The Real Story of Mark Latham | This week on the Real Story Joe tells us the real story of Mark Latham, finds out what actually happens on diplomatic trips and uncovers the truth behind the secret treasury advice that was accidentally leaked. LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 47m 45s | ||||||
| 7/9/25 |  The Truth About Our Relationship With America | This week on The Real Story: former defence advisor Glenn Kolomeitz with the latest on peace talks in the Middle East, and Australia's relationship with the United States and Donald Trump. Plus after last week's Glastonbury controversy, the proof that Bob Vylan are all talk when it comes to Palestine. AND - the Superman movie is going to be awesome! LINKS Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 41m 37s | ||||||
| 7/2/25 |  Is Kevin Rudd To Blame For Trump Ghosting Albo? | This week on The Real Story: former Prime Minister and current Ambassador to the United States Kevin Rudd has been critical of Donald Trump in the past. Is he to blame for the U.S. President avoiding current PM Anthony Albanese? Plus controversy at the Glastonbury Music Festival as a number of acts lead anti-Israel chants on stage – should organisers and the BBC have known better? And director of the Middle East Policy Forum Adam Slonim on how the rules of war have been rewritten, and why might is right in the Middle East. LINKS Listen to more from Adam on his podcast ‘Behind The Headlines’ Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 44m 41s | ||||||
| 6/25/25 |  Sarah Harris On The Demise Of The Project | 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 47m 53s | ||||||
| 6/18/25 |  We're Heading For World War III | 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 36m 03s | ||||||
| 6/11/25 |  Australia Dragged Into the Los Angeles Immigration Protests | 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 38m 54s | ||||||
| 6/4/25 |  Israeli Hostage Negotiator on the Future of Gaza and Hamas | Veteran Israeli hostage negotiator Dr Gershon Baskin, co-director of the Alliance for Two States, details how support for Hamas has collapsed among Palestinians, and the group has no future governing Gaza. Dr Baskin also says Israelis cannot wait until 2026 to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu so that meaningful peace negotiations can commence. Plus, the Trump administration wants Australia to increase spending on defence, and another blow for the Greens as high-profile senator Dorina Cox defects to the Labor party. LINKS More on The New Israel Fund Australia 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. | 40m 27s | ||||||
| 5/28/25 |  Donald Trump’s ‘Madman Diplomacy’ Sees Putin’s War on Ukraine Escalates | This week on The Real Story, the Coalition’s implosion continues with the Liberals and Nationals unable to even agree about what they disagree about. Plus Labor is under fire over controversial changes to unrealised superannuation gains – but is it all a storm in a teacup? And geopolitical expert Misha Zelinsky explains the TACO theory (Trump Always Chickens Out), and how Russia is taking advantage to escalate its war on Ukraine. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Follow Misha Zelinsky 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 33m 17s | ||||||
| 5/21/25 |  Inside The Collapse of The Greens With a Former Party Member | A big week in politics with the Liberals and the Nationals abandoning their decades-long coalition. Joe reveals why Sussan Ley's tenure as leader of the Liberal party is already on a knife's edge. Plus former Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham takes us inside the secretive world of the vocal minor party, and reveals why support has collapsed for the movement. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Follow Jeremy Buckingham 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 32m 01s | ||||||
| 5/14/25 |  The Bloodletting Begins in Post-Election Power Plays | This week, Joe takes you inside the internal power struggles within both the Liberal and Labor parties as both seek to rebuild following the federal election. Plus The Daily Telegraph’s Chief Reporter Josh Hanrahan on the downfall of New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb, as she rejects claims she was pushed out of the role as the state’s top cop. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read more of Josh’s stories in The Daily Telegraph 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 39m 33s | ||||||
| 5/7/25 |  Liberal Insider's Advice to Party After Crushing Election Result | Joe breaks down Labor's landslide win against the Coalition in the 2025 Federal Election. Plus former Liberal staffer Charlotte Mortlock gives her advice on what the party needs to do to reset and challenge Labor again in three years. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 36m 03s | ||||||
| 4/30/25 |  ‘It’s over’: Insider’s Shock Call on Federal Election | With election just days away, Joe speaks with political mastermind Tim Gleason about the seats to watch as the nation heads to the polls this weekend. Plus Joe’s take on the booing of the Welcome to Country at a Melbourne Anzac Day dawn service. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 33m 11s | ||||||
| 4/23/25 |  One-on-One with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese | On this special episode of The Real Story, Joe goes one-on-one with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ahead of the Federal Election. Joe quizzes the PM on how he connects with voters, preference deals with The Greens, relations with China and the United States amid the trade war, and the recent death of Pope Francis. LINKS Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | 44m 45s | ||||||
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