Federal politicians ban the re-introduction of capital punishment
Death Penalty Banned Forever?
The Federal Parliament passed laws that ensure the death penalty can never be reintroduced by any state or territory in Australia. Steve Liebmann on both sides of politics supporting the move, which is largely symbolic.
Xenophon fails for Scientology inquiry
Labor and the coalition have been accused by Senator Nick Xenophon of walking away from claims of abuse in the Church of Scientology, by blocking a Senate investigation into the tax-free status of religious groups.
Who should march at Anzac day?
NSW RSL president Don Rowe says some descendants of veterans disrespect the Anzac Day march, turning up dressed inappropriately. Should Digger's descendents march at the back of the parade?
League legend Ricky Stuart on 2UE
Australian rugby league football coach, former player and legend Ricky Stuart reflects on a career of huge footy highlights with Steve Liebmann on the steps of Coney Island as 2UE broadcasts from Luna Park.
Damien Leith at Luna Park
Former Australian Idol winner Damien Leith is loved by everyone and his music keeps building and getting better. He called down to Coney Island to speak with Steve Liebmann broadcasting live from Luna Park.
Tex Perkins, the Man in Black
Tex Perkins is about to don the black to play the most infamous country music character, Johnny Cash. Onstage at the Opera House starting February 9th, the local music legend talks with Steve Liebmann about his career.
Jump in approval for Tony Abbott
A jump in approval ratings for Tony Abbott as our federal politicians return to work. As an election year begins Steve Liebmann asks, do we still trust politicians? Greg Milne outlines what to expect this parliamentary year.
SPECIAL REPORT: Shared parenting
Shared parenting laws should be scrapped as they are not in favour of the children according to the Chisholm Report. Listen to this harrowing report from Tracey Spicer on proposed changes. WARNING: Graphic Content.
Horrifying story of Black Saturday
It's almost a year since the Black Saturday fires claimed 173 lives and one of the first real life stories of the event has been published by Jane O'Connor. Without Warning reveals the horrifying events of that fateful day.
Courts going soft on criminals?
For all the tough talk from politicians, it appears only a handful of maximum sentences have been handed out over the past 10 years. Steve Liebmann asks Howard Brown from Victims of Crime if judges are being too soft.
My Schools site biased information?
Teachers have vowed to keep fighting for the My Schools website to be shut down, while other critics say the information is incomplete. Steve Liebmann with Dr. Ben Jensen on the site's biased content.
Dick Smith says cut our immigration!
Dick Smith has been speaking out against a rapid population growth for Australia. He talks to Steve Liebmann about not needing further immigration, and dismisses claims that his call sounds like Pauline Hanson revisited.
Another asylum seeker boat arrives
Authorities have intercepted another boatload of suspected asylum seekers carrying 48 passengers, the eighth to arrive this year. Shadow Immigration Minister Scott Morrison from Christmas Island on a possible sure in arrivals.
Aussie to face execution in Kabul?
Former Australian soldier Robert Langdon has been sentenced to death in Kabul for murdering an Afghan security guard. Human Rights activist Kay Danes talks to Steve Liebmann on the chance of an act of grace release.
Ban pollies from shopping malls?
Kissing babies in shopping malls is standard practice during election campaigns. But there's a call for a ban on pollies disrupting our shopping, as Shopping Centre Council's Milton Cockburn looks into the suggestion.
Lessons in etiquette for Uni students?
Can you believe there's a need to teach etiquette at university? Expert Anna Musson says some students need to learn to say thank you, yes please and to dress appropriately before they begin their career in the workplace.
Australia needs a whole new city?
Thousands took the opportunity of becoming citizens on Australia Day. Demographer Bernard Salt looks to the future of our nation and says with more citizens, we need a whole new city to cope with the booming population.
Sampling or is it simply shoplifting?
Woolworths has launched a project aimed at recycling surplus food and giving it to the needy. Steve Liebmann looks at food sampled from shelves by shoppers daily and asks you, should it be considered shoplifting?
Lane Cove tunnel in receivership
The Lane Cove Tunnel is now in receivership with the NSW government getting the numbers wrong on the amount of daily traffic expected. Steve Liebmann asks if the state government will ever get anything right.
Australia: Compassionate or racist?
Australia is a compassionate nation, but racism exists and General Peter Cosgrove tells Steve Liebmann we need to confront the problem, and he says we should also engage with our Islamic community.
Stressful jobs & addiction problems
Experts say the high number of Australian soldiers with alcohol problems highlights a need to give ongoing support. Mental Health Professor Ian Hickie says the problem is common in those with stressful jobs.
Barry being a little too confident?
With still over a year to go before the next state election, Steve Liebmann makes the view that Barry O'Farrell will not win the next election... but Labor will lose the election, and points out there's a vast difference between the two.
Get More Room To Move
A shift from small cars that are, well, just too small. The Nissan Tiida offers an incredible amount of interior space and is big on features, yet it comes for a small car price. More here.
Tech News with Charlie Brown
Steve Liebmann speaks each Thursday at 10:45 with tech expert Charlie Brown about the latest gadgets that you just need to have.
So, just who is Nanci Griffith?
Grammy Award winner Nanci Griffith has recorded 18 albums, but has remains virtually unknown in Australia. But that's all about to change as this sensational artist brings her unique country sounds here for the first time.
Songs that become a magnifying glass
Troy Cassar-Daley is nominated for seven Golden Guitars and he talks to Steve Liebmann of his love for Australia, the direction ahead for country music, and how his songs are a magnifying glass of his life.
Melinda Schneider's golden chances
Melinda Schneider has been nominated for a Golden Guitar for her collaboration with Paul Kelly, from her latest album 'Be Yourself'. She speaks with Steve Liebmann about her amazing music and the road ahead.
Armed guards should shadow our athletes
Should armed guards supervise the Australian team when competing in the Commonwealth Games in Delhi? Terror expert Clive Williams reveals the dangers we should expect and the measures to consider.
Dawn Fraser chats to Steve Liebmann
Australia's 'grey nomads' have an ambassador - Olympic Champion, Dawn Fraser. Dawn chatted to Steve Liebmann about her travels around Australia with her five-year-old grandson, Jackson.
How to succeed in the downturn
Harry Dent is one of the world's most renown economists and is also author of 'The Great Depression Ahead' and 'Booming in the Bust' and speaks with Steve Liebmann about success in time of economic turmoil.
Shocker: Your electricity bill up $900
Electricity prices will rise by more than 60% over the next three years under a draft recommendation from the state's pricing watchdog. IPAC acting chairman Jim Cox on the proposed $900 a year extra for electricity.
Indian students: Are we racist?
Recent attacks on Indian students studying in Melbourne will cost the Australian economy millions. What evidence is there the attacks are racially motivated? Gautam Gupta discusses the anger from the Indian community.
Taxi drivers silent on sexual assault?
Sydney's taxi industry is urged to play a pro-active role in investigating the sexual harassment of female passengers. After 72 complaints, no drivers have faced court - Taxi Drivers Association's Michael Jools on security.
