SBS Examines

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SBS Examines is a podcast dedicated to dispelling misinformation and disinformation impacting Australia’s social cohesion, especially in multicultural and multilingual communities. Each episode provides clear insights on critical issues to empower listeners and foster a more informed, connected society. Subscribe now to stay updated and be part of the conversation.

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Today · 6 min
PALM Scheme: Remittance vs Rights
Solomon Islands is set to ramp up its involvement in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme.
Monday · 7 min
What does it mean to be an upstander?
Advocacy groups and researchers have called for more upstander intervention to combat racism and discrimination. What happens when someone steps in to help? #sbsaudiopodcast
October 12 · 9 min
Are immigration cuts an economic solution or a political strategy?
Australia's immigration debate has shifted dramatically. Despite no imminent federal election, both major parties are backing policies to reduce migration numbers and limit international students. #sbsaudiopodcast
October 8 · 20 min
Our Pacific Extra: What happens in a Fijian Flying Circus?
Two circus artists open up about what it takes to carry Fijian identity onto an international stage.
October 4 · 6 min
Robots milking cows: How migrants are innovating Australian agriculture
Australia’s vibrant food scene reflects our multiculturalism. But it’s not just about offering diverse cuisine: migrants are finding innovative ways to support local industries. #sbsaudiopodcast
October 1 · 23 min
Examines Extra: Dr Daniel Heller and Dr Farid Zaid on their Brave Conversations project
In this episode of Examines Extra, Dr Heller and Dr Zaid discuss why we should talk through tension and disagreement, and how their project came about. #sbsaudiopodcast
September 28 · 6 min
Do you know how to disagree respectfully?
Half of us believe that most people can’t be trusted. At the same time, 47 per cent of Australians often feel very lonely. Could learning to disagree well help foster connection? #sbsaudiopodcast
September 21 · 7 min
Migrants are sending billions overseas each year. Are they hurting Australia's economy?
Remittances have become a talking point in Australia's migration debate, with some saying they're draining our economy. But what's the real impact — both for the economy, and for migrants and their families? #sbsaudiopodcast
September 21 · 7 min
Domestic Violence: Survive, Thrive & Teach
Intimate partner violence is a serious and widespread issue in Australia and around the world.
September 14 · 6 min
Examines Extra: How racism is impacting the Australian Nepali community
SBS Examines hears from SBS Nepali's Dinita Rishal, who shares how the community in Australia is feeling in the wake of devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet, and reflects on the impact of racism on social media following the distaster. #sbsaudiopodcast
September 14 · 8 min
Why are migrant queer men facing barriers to sexual healthcare?
Medication that helps prevent HIV transmission is readily available in Australia, including for temporary visa holders and those without Medicare. So why are some LGBTQI+ migrants missing out? #sbsaudiopodcast
September 8 · 23 min
Rohit Roy Kumar on keeping Fiji alive in Melbourne
The job you trained for isn't always waiting for you in Australia.
September 7 · 4 min
'No one looks Aussie': Photos of missing Australians in Nepal-Tibet floods prompt racist comments
Amid the death and devastation of the Nepal-Tibet floods, racism is emerging on social media platforms.
September 1 · 8 min
These workers say their jobs were replaced by AI. Could it happen to you?
Evidence shows AI is changing jobs, rather than completely replacing them. But the impact on the Australian workforce is likely to be unequal.
August 26 · 5 min
COP31 Pacific Climate Priorities
Pacific Climate Envoys will strive to elevate regional priorities on a global stage at COP31.
August 24 · 8 min
How do we actually count Australia's migration intake?
Migration numbers have been dominating headlines, with politicians and commentators quoting several different figures. But many metrics significantly overstate how many people are permanently settling in Australia. So how is migration actually measured?
August 21 · 10 min
Examines Extra: German Philosopher Hanno Sauer on how morality impacts social cohesion
German Philosopher Dr Hanno Sauer joins SBS Examines to discuss social cohesion, morality and political distrust.
August 17 · 7 min
Citizenship is more complex than you think
What does it mean to be Australian? While citizenship is being used in political discourse as a way to determine whether someone belongs, the intricacies of citizenship around the world make it much more complicated.
August 9 · 7 min
Whose responsibility is it to prevent hateful content on social media?
Social media companies have had to explain to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion how they moderate harmful content on their platforms. But experts say we still don't know the full picture.
August 3 · 7 min
Census 2026: Why does the government ask these questions, and what happens to my personal details?
Your answers won't impact your visa status, your child's education, or your rights in Australia — but they're important to help understand your community.

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