Overnight With Michael Mclaren

Phil O’Neil chats with Russell Setright, Australia’s best known Naturopath & author of ‘Get Well in the Golden Years, to get the latest in health and well-being news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clearing clutter for peace of mind As we age, the things we once thought brought happiness can become overwhelming clutter. Phil speaks with Debbie Childs, CEO of HelpingMinds, who recommends the ‘Swedish Death Clean’—a mindful way to simplify your space by asking: Would I want my loved ones to deal with this if I were gone? If not, it’s time to let it go. Debbie’s tips: Start small—like a drawer.. Sort items into keep, donate, or discard. Set a 10-minute timer. Use a “one in, one out” rule. Decluttering clears not just your space, but your mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A Melbourne council’s decision to spend $370,000 on a 12-month private security trial has sparked backlash from locals who say it’s a waste of money. Mike speaks with Gina Field, Operational Security Expert and Founder of Nepean Regional Security, who says mobile patrols are highly effective in reducing crime—especially in areas where police are stretched. She stresses that private security isn’t a replacement for police, nor are they armed or making arrests. Instead, they provide a visible presence and work closely with police, helping speed up response times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mike speaks with journalist and author Tom Gilling about his new book Start Digging, You Bastards!, out July 1, 2025. The book tells the gripping story of Australian and New Zealand soldiers who played a pivotal role in turning the tide of World War II in North Africa. Set in July 1942, as Rommel’s forces pushed toward Cairo, the Allies made a desperate stand at El Alamein. Gilling vividly recounts the brutal desert battles, the courage of the 9th Australian and 2nd New Zealand Divisions, and how their tenacity helped halt the Axis advance and change the course of the war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 30th June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Jeffreys talks movies and entertainment with Alex First, editor of itellyouwhatithink.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike chats with relationship counsellor and bestselling author Amanda Lambros about the growing trend of Australians paying for cuddles. With one in three people feeling lonely, it’s no surprise professional cuddling—costing anywhere from $30 to $300 an hour—is becoming more popular as a way to ease the isolation of modern life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Phil O’Neil is joined by Brendan O’Neill, journalist & Editor of Spiked / Host of the Spiked podcast & author of ‘After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation’, to dissect the stories making headlines in the U.K. & the world over the past week. You can keep up to date with Brendan’s most recent work by visiting the ‘Spiked’ website www.spiked-online.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil speaks with Amanda Rose, Founder and CEO of Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia, to explore how to ask the boss for a pay rise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil chats with Jovan Cvetkoski, Financial Adviser at Knight Group, about how to avoid common tax mistakes. The ATO is cracking down on: Work-from-home claims: Only claim the portion used for work (e.g. phone or internet). Investment property deductions: 9 in 10 landlords get it wrong—check your figures carefully. Capital improvements: Renovations like kitchens or bathrooms aren’t deductible, but added to your property’s cost base. Lodging too early: Wait for all your income data (banks, dividends, health insurance) to be processed—early lodgers are twice as likely to be flagged. Jovan says getting advice from an accountant can help avoid errors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Phil speaks with Nadine Lalich, alien abductee, researcher, and author, who recounts a chilling camping trip in Sedona. It was late on the evening of June 15, 1991, when Nadine and her friend, Pamela, pulled into the empty lot of Banjo Bill Park in Sedona, Arizona. After the long drive from California, they planned to sleep in the van and then head into town the next day. Sometime after midnight, Nadine awoke to the sound of people outside walking around the vehicle. Alarmed, she quickly sat up, and a moment later, the rear door of the vehicle opened lighting up the interior. Reaching toward her was a thin grey arm and a hand with only three fingers!  The terrifying experience would be the first of many to come, but it would take 13 more years before she would find the courage to speak about it. Nadine also talks about her latest book, 'Evolution: Coming to Terms with the ET Presence'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil catches up with Valerie Taylor, Aussie conservationist, photographer and filmmaker. With her husband Ron Taylor, she made numerous documentaries about sharks, and filmed sequences for films including Jaws, Orca, Jaws 2 & Gallipoli. .  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil chats with futurist Skeeve Stevens about Iran’s limited cyber power.  While active, Iran’s cyber capabilities are weak compared to the US and Israel. Any major offensive would be quickly crushed, as seen in their minor symbolic attacks like the one on the US base in Qatar. Israel’s Unit 8200 is considered the world’s top cyber force—possibly even stronger than US Cyber Command. Iran may use proxies, phishing, and disinformation, but it’s the digital equivalent of throwing rocks from the shadows—annoying, not dangerous. Iran’s approach isn’t strategic but opportunistic, relying on asymmetric tactics to stay relevant without provoking a crippling response.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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