SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast that goes behind the headlines to explain the stories shaping Australia and the world. In each episode, the SBS News team brings you reporting, analysis and interviews on politics, the economy, social issues and global affairs, helping you understand what's happening and why it matters. New episodes daily.
Latest episodes
-
17 min
Anthropic's IPO tests the AI investment boom
Anthropic's sales are soaring, but questions remain about the AI boom, with its IPO seen as a major test for the sector.
-
10 min
Is Aged Care Assessment tool the new Robodebt?
A Commonwealth Ombudsman report has found the government's automated aged care assessment tool is producing unfair outcomes and undermining public confidence.
-
15 min
Inside America's battleground states ahead of US midterms
SBS World News reporter Alex Jones explores the issues shaping the US midterm elections after travelling through key battleground states. She speaks with Peggy Giakoumelos about wh…
-
6 min
Lula's historic comeback: What's next for Brazil?
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a historic fourth term after trailing his right-wing rival in the first round of voting.
-
7 min
Australia's hunger crisis: Food insecurity goes mainstream
Foodbank Australia has found one in three households experienced food insecurity in the past year, as hunger becomes increasingly "mainstream" in 2026.
-
13 min
Could Victoria shift right after 12 years of Labor?
As Victoria prepares to vote, major and minor parties are battling for support on the issues that matter most to voters.
-
20 min
What's at stake in Israel? Election preview with SBS Hebrew
Israelis are preparing to vote in a pivotal election. Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership, accountability for the October 7 attacks and deep political divisions dominate the campaign.…
-
7 min
Inflation data puts the RBA’s next move in focus
Wednesday’s inflation figures could shape next week’s rate decision, as investors weigh oil prices and global uncertainty.
-
9 min
What would Helen do? A powerful message from Parliament
Australian politicians have used the first sitting day of federal parliament to reflect on how to improve the culture of political debate, as independent MP Helen Haines recovers i…
-
5 min
Israelis in Kibbutz recount Oct 7 attacks, ahead of Knesset election
SBS News visits Kibbutz Be’eri, where 131 Israelis were killed by Hamas and dozens more were abducted to Gaza during the October 7 attacks.
-
8 min
Written in the stars: The mystery of Van Gogh's masterpiece
More than 130 years after Vincent van Gogh painted The Starry Night, researchers believe they've identified the real stars that inspired one of the world's most famous artworks.Mor…
-
6 min
Australia's newest airport in Western Sydney opens for business
Australians are hoping for cheaper airfares as Western Sydney International welcomes its first passengers. The opening of Australia's newest airport promises more competition, new…
-
7 min
The First Nations community using tech to preserve culture
The Indigenous people of the Wiikwemkoong in Canada have found a high tech solution to protect their cultural heritage.For thousands of years, First Nations people in the unceded t…
-
8 min
Oil hits five-month high as markets weigh inflation risks
Oil reaches about US$114 a barrel as investors weigh inflation, interest rates and the Australian dollar.
-
19 min
Retiring Liberal senator Jonno Duniam on his party's challenges
Is the Liberal Party a sinking ship? Retiring senator Jonno Duniam faces questions on migration, visa delays and his party's future.As he prepares to leave federal politics, Libera…
-
40 min
Australian MP injured in alleged attack, Europe rocked by riots
An alleged attack on well-loved regional MP Helen Haines leaves Australia grappling with the reality of political violence on its shores. We’re joined by SBS’ Canberra bureau to di…
-
7 min
What rural American voters want ahead of the midterms
In the Republican heartland of southwestern Arizona, growing disillusionment with Donald Trump is testing party loyalties ahead of the US midterm elections.Some former supporters s…
-
5 min
Australia's rising threat of radicalisation
Authorities and security agencies are warning that online radicalisation is growing and becoming more accessible in the country.Warnings have emerged at a parliamentary inquiry exa…
-
15 min
NextDC’s 42% plunge puts data centre risks in focus
Delays to power upgrades at NextDC's Melbourne site forced a sharp downgrade, raising questions for data centre investors.A delay to power upgrades at a Melbourne site sent NextDC…
-
5 min
Peace at what price? Trump's pressure on Ukraine grows
Trump ramps up pressure on Ukraine to strike a peace deal with Russia, raising fears Kyiv could be forced into painful concessions.Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Ukraine to…