Alan Jones on trial: Radio rivalry & rabbit holes | Week 5 – Full Story podcast
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•Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:00:49 GMT
📰 What Happened
This episode of the Full Story podcast covers week five of Alan Jones's indecent assault and sexual touching trial. Radio rival Ray Hadley took the witness box and told the court about a tearful disclosure, a secret contract and decades of bad blood between the two broadcasters.
During cross-examination, explosive text messages were shown to the court. They revealed a high-stakes power struggle inside the radio station. Hosts Nour Haydar and Amanda Meade guide listeners through the key moments of the week.
🔍 The Backstory
Alan Jones is one of Australia's most famous talkback radio hosts. For decades he held huge influence over politics and public opinion from his Sydney microphone. He now faces serious charges over alleged assaults, and the trial has gripped the media world.
Ray Hadley was his long-time rival at the same station. Their professional animosity spans many years. The court has been hearing how the two men clashed, with texts and witnesses painting a picture of a bitter internal battle.
🎯 Why It Matters
This trial tests whether famous media figures are held accountable. It also exposes how Australia's most powerful radio station worked behind the scenes. The outcome will affect the whole media industry.
This episode of the Full Story podcast covers week five of Alan Jones's indecent assault and sexual touching trial. Radio rival Ray Hadley took the witness box and told the court about a tearful disclosure, a secret contract and decades of bad blood between the two broadcasters.
During cross-examination, explosive text messages were shown to the court. They revealed a high-stakes power struggle inside the radio station. Hosts Nour Haydar and Amanda Meade guide listeners through the key moments of the week.
Alan Jones is one of Australia's most famous talkback radio hosts. For decades he held huge influence over politics and public opinion from his Sydney microphone. He now faces serious charges over alleged assaults, and the trial has gripped the media world.
Ray Hadley was his long-time rival at the same station. Their professional animosity spans many years. The court has been hearing how the two men clashed, with texts and witnesses painting a picture of a bitter internal battle.
This trial tests whether famous media figures are held accountable. It also exposes how Australia's most powerful radio station worked behind the scenes. The outcome will affect the whole media industry.