The Fabian Society has influenced political thinking for more than 140 years – but how much influence does it really have over Australia?

Karl speaks with Topher Field about the origins of Fabianism, its strategy of gradual political change and the controversial idea of ‘permeation’, influencing institutions and government from within rather than seeking power directly.

Topher argues the Fabian approach has become deeply embedded in modern politics, warning that ‘if you accept that framework as the way that government should function, the Fabians have already won.’ He also reveals why he believes Fabian influence extends beyond Labor and into the Liberal Party.

They discuss the growth of bureaucracy, regulation and expert-led government – and why Topher believes ‘they’ve already got you without you even having to know their name.’

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Former Deputy Prime Minister John Anderson joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging and confronting conversation about Australia’s future - and why he believes the country is in “serious decline.”Anderson sounds the alarm on Australia’s fuel and food security, warning that the nation is dangerously reliant on overseas supply chains and questioning how prepared we are for another major global disruption.He also takes on Australia’s economic direction, housing affordability, falling living standards, energy policy and the decisions he believes are weakening the country’s ability to compete and prosper.Anderson and Karl discuss the Albanese Government, the growing frustration with Australia’s political leadership, why voters are abandoning the major parties, and whether the country has lost the ambition and leadership required to tackle the challenges ahead.From Australia’s economic future to national security and sovereignty, Anderson asks a fundamental question: “Where is the leadership?”John Anderson joins Karl Stefanovic for a frank conversation about where Australia is heading - and what needs to change.

Hollie Hughes and Isaac Butterfield join Karl Stefanovic for a fiery new episode of The Panel. 

The panel weighs in on Anthony Albanese’s controversial “melons’” gaffe, with Hughes declaring his comments “grotty and grubby” and Butterfield questioning whether Australians are seeing a different side of the Prime Minister.

Then, they take on Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi’s support for students skipping school to protest One Nation, prompting Butterfield to declare: “This is what happens when schools brainwash kids” - while Karl calls students leaving school to protest “bad parenting”.

Karl also opens up about his concerns for Australian journalism, why he wants to hear from voices he believes have been overlooked, and why his approach to media is changing.

Plus: Australia’s housing pressures, the future of traditional media, political bias in journalism - and Karl’s mum makes an unexpected appearance.

Hollie Hughes and Isaac Butterfield join Karl Stefanovic on The Panel.

Australia has a growing drone problem, and the repeated breaches of restricted airspace over RAAF Base Williamtown have raised serious questions about how prepared we really are.

Karl speaks to Justin Olde, CEO of Canberra-based defence technology company Boresight, about the emerging threat posed by drones, the lessons Australia is learning from the war in Ukraine and why critical military and civilian infrastructure could be vulnerable.

Justin warns that drones over a military installation are unlikely to be harmless. They could be gathering intelligence, testing defences and identifying weaknesses in Australia's counter-drone capability.

His message is blunt: ‘if you're a modern military and you don't have an effective counter drone system in place, then you're not an effective military.’

So why were drones able to repeatedly enter restricted airspace over Williamtown? What other Australian assets could be vulnerable – from Sydney Harbour and Garden Island to critical infrastructure around the country? And why isn't Australia already fully equipped to deal with this threat?

Justin also explains how Boresight is building sophisticated target drones in Canberra to help militaries train against increasingly complex drone attacks, and why Australian technology companies such as Boresight, EOS and DroneShield are becoming increasingly important to the future of defence.

With drones transforming modern warfare, Justin argues Australia cannot afford to ignore the threat – or assume it won't happen here.

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Australia’s political landscape is shifting — and the major parties are under pressure.

On Karl Weekly, Karl Stefanovic is joined by One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, former Labor leader Mark Latham and economist Derek Francis for a wide-ranging look at the issues driving voter frustration across the country.

Pauline Hanson weighs in as One Nation surges and takes aim at the direction of the country, while Mark Latham argues Australians are looking for someone to “shake up the system” after two decades of major-party failure.

Economist Derek Francis breaks down where taxpayer money is going, why he believes government spending is holding back economic growth, and the enormous opportunity Australia could be missing by failing to capitalise on its uranium and mineral wealth.

Plus, Latham delivers his verdict on Anthony Albanese, the controversy surrounding the Prime Minister’s comedy appearance and whether Australia is witnessing the end of politics as a two-party contest.

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Is a divided right handing elections to the left?

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg joins Karl Stefanovic for a wide-ranging conversation about the political and economic challenges facing Britain — and the striking parallels with Australia.

From Nigel Farage, Reform UK and Rupert Lowe to the future of the Conservative Party, Rees-Mogg argues Britain’s fractured right needs to find a way to work together if it wants to win again — pointing to Australia’s Liberal-National Coalition as a model worth considering.

He also weighs in on Britain’s migration crisis and why governments have failed to stop the boats, soaring energy prices, welfare dependency, government spending and taxation, and why he believes Britain needs fundamental economic reform.

Plus, does Britain need another Margaret Thatcher? And has bureaucracy gone too far when politicians are debating whether people should be allowed to drink standing up?

Could Australia learn from what’s happening in Britain?

Watch the full interview and tell us what you think.

Fred Brophy is the last of his kind.For decades, the legendary showman has travelled the country with Australia’s last surviving travelling boxing tent — preserving a piece of Australian history that has all but disappeared.In this special interview from Mount Isa, Fred sits down with Karl Stefanovic for an extraordinary conversation about his wild life on the road, being shot, going to jail, losing two fingers, the fighters whose lives he’s helped turn around and why he refuses to let one of Australia’s great traditions die.But Fred also has plenty to say about modern Australia.He gives Karl his unfiltered take on immigration, the housing crisis, Anthony Albanese and the government, reveals why Pauline Hanson is his favourite politician, and explains why he believes Australians are becoming increasingly fed up with the direction of the country.Plus, Fred reveals the story behind the world’s last travelling boxing tent — and gives Karl his very own fighting name.What do you make of Fred’s take on Australia today? Let us know in the comments.A big thanks to the legends at Ringers Western who we've partnered with to bring our Mount Isa Rodeo episodes to you. Get 20% off your first purchase with code Karl20 at https://ringerswestern.com

Is Australia rewarding hard work anymore?

Gerard Rennick and Isaac Butterfield join Karl for a wide-ranging discussion on the policies they believe have reshaped Australia – from tax, housing and the rising cost of living to manufacturing, energy, productivity and the country's economic future.

Why are so many young Australians struggling to get ahead? Can Australia build things again? And what would it take to restore opportunity, rebuild local industry and create long-term economic growth?

The panel also explores how modern warfare is changing, with drones transforming conflicts around the world and raising new questions about Australia's defence capabilities.

A candid conversation about what's gone wrong with Australia – and whether it can be turned around.

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Tonight on Karl Weekly.

One Nation has overtaken Labor and the Coalition in a new national poll.

Karl speaks with Senator Malcolm Roberts after the Prime Minister labelled him "unfit" for Parliament, before former Foreign Minister Alexander Downer explains why he believes Australia has "lost its momentum."

Plus, Dawn Fraser's extraordinary attack on Anthony Albanese and growing concerns over youth crime.

Watch now.

Europe is confronting a new border crisis.Thousands of people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta in a matter of days, overwhelming authorities and leaving residents questioning whether the border had effectively collapsed.Karl speaks with The Nowhere Photographer, the British documentary photographer who travelled directly into Ceuta after spending months documenting migrant boats leaving the French coast for Britain. He reveals what he witnessed on the streets, where migrants went after crossing and why he doubts claims that almost everyone returned to Morocco.British commentator Adam Brooks joins the show to discuss the scenes unfolding in Spain, growing concerns about public safety in Britain and whether the political right can unite ahead of the next UK election.Then, Spanish politician Gonzalo de Oro of the VOX Party explains why he believes years of open-border policies have transformed Barcelona and created a growing crisis of integration and national identity.This is The UK Brief.

Kyle Sandilands joins Karl Stefanovic for his most candid interview yet.

He opens up about the fallout from leaving radio, the death threats that followed, why he believes Australia has entered an "assassination culture", and the moment he stopped searching for answers.

Kyle also explains why he chose to fight back legally, rejects accusations that he's a workplace bully, and reveals what comes next as he launches his new media business.

This is an unfiltered conversation about reputation, resilience and rebuilding after one of the biggest shake-ups in Australian media.A big thanks to our legend sponsors, Tanda. If you employ people in this country, you need to check them out. You can do everything from onboarding to paying right and everything in between on their platform. Go to https://tanda.comAnd to our mates at Ringers Western for keeping me kitted up. Go to https://ringerswestern.com.au - use code KARL20 for 20% off your first order.