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What’s in the AI data centre boom for us?

A data centre boom is underway that promises to help drive Australia’s economic growth.  We’re seen as a key location for the data centres that drive the latest AI technology.  But a lot of the revenue generated by the multinational big tech firms won’t come anywhere near Australia, so should the taxpayers hosting the data centres get a bigger cut of the profits? Today, independent economist Saul Eslake on how we’re cashing in on AI. Featured:  Saul Eslake, independent economist 

Laura Tingle on what saved the global economy

When the Iran war broke out, we were warned of an oil shock not seen since the 1970s when fuel was rationed.  We were told the price of oil could reach $200 a barrel and airlines might ground planes.  But that hasn’t happened and now petrol prices are back down to where they were before the war.  Today the ABC’s Laura Tingle on how China is cushioning the world economy. Featured:  Laura Tingle, ABC Global Affairs Editor 

Hanson, Stefanovic and the outrage algorithm

One Nation has had a seismic surge in support since the start of the year, so how is it managing to attract attention and potentially voters?  Part of it is One Nation and Pauline Hanson’s prolific use of social media.  At the same time, we’ve seen former Nine journalist Karl Stefanovic embrace podcasting that platforms right-wing figures. Today, marketing expert Toby Ralph on why outrage goes so well online. Featured:  Toby Ralph, marketing strategist who specialising in persuasion

The growing evidence of brain disease in the AFL

We love Aussie rules football, but like other contact sports it comes with risk of head knocks for the players. New figures based on analysis of the brains of deceased players, reveal a big increase in the number of them known to have the degenerative brain disease CTE. Is the AFL doing enough to support families after a tragedy and inform players at all levels of the game about the risks associated with football? Today, Four Corners reporter Jess Halloran on her investigation into CTE and the AFL.  Be aware, this episode discusses mental health and suicide. If you or anyone you know needs help, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 Featured:  Jess Halloran, Four Corners reporter 

Why an Iran deal is too much effort for Trump

The US Vice President JD Vance is the chief negotiator, tasked with coming up with a enduring peace deal with Iran. But is the United States willing to put in the time and the effort to seal a new deal with the Islamic Republic? Today, Nate Swanson, who worked on Iran policy in the Obama, Biden and Trump administrations on why a deal may never be done. He explains his view that Iran risks overplaying its hand and giving away it’s ‘golden ticket’ security guarantee if it pursues short term gains with fees on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.  Featured:  Nate Swanson, resident senior fellow and director of the Iran Strategy Project at the Atlantic Council