The Lyle Shelton Show

In this episode of the Macquarie Street Political Podcast, Lyle Shelton speaks with pro-life advocate Roseanne Masters about what first drew her into the abortion debate and why she believes Australia’s abortion laws are built on ideology rather than evidence. They discuss the history of abortion law reform, the lack of meaningful data collection in Australia, the claim that “abortion is healthcare”, and why women are being denied the informed consent expected in every other area of medicine.

Roseanne also explains the growing culture of abortion within the healthcare system, the dangers of the abortion pill, late-term abortion, and why greater public awareness is urgently needed. This is a thoughtful and confronting conversation about law, culture, women’s health and the human rights of unborn babies.

This week on Macquarie Street, Lyle Shelton breaks down one of the most important speeches by a national leader in years — Senator Matt Canavan’s bold call for “babies, backyards and a reset” for Australia’s future.

Plus, a powerful interview with Pastor Darin Browne from Ignite Church at Nambour on why the church must speak out for unborn children — and how he’s living out the pro-life message through Lily House.
Also in this episode:
• The ABC cuts ties with activist group ACON — but what about the Governor-General?
• New international evidence raising serious concerns about “gender-affirming care” for children
• Why Family First is pushing for a NSW inquiry
• The growing political fight for family, faith, freedom and life

All this and more....

After recent commentary from prominent pro-life advocate Dr Joanna Howe and her husband James reflecting adversely on Family First’s pro-life credentials, Family First has reluctantly responded.Jack Snelling is a former Labor member of the South Australian Parliament and a member of the Family First Federal Executive.He joins Lyle to discuss the controversy around the October 2024 Live Births Bill and Family First’s defence of pro-life MP Dennis Hood in the face of unfair criticism of his decision to grant a pair to a pro-abortion MP who was receiving treatment for breast cancer.This in turn resulted in unfair criticism of Family First’s commitment to the pro-life cause.

In this wide-ranging episode of the Macquarie Street Political Podcast, Family First’s Lyle Shelton sits down with former Senator Jared Rennick to unpack the political upheaval reshaping Australia. From the rise of One Nation and fractures within the major parties, to the cost-of-living crisis and bold economic reforms, this is a candid conversation about where the nation is heading.They tackle big questions—can minor parties unite, what’s driving voter anger, and how do we restore opportunity for families struggling with housing and debt? The discussion also dives into culture, governance, foreign policy, and the deeper forces shaping modern politics.If you want unfiltered insight into the forces disrupting Australian politics—and what might come next—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Barrister Christopher Brohier joins Lyle from inner-city Adelaide on the eve of the South Australian election to unpack a confronting question: does free speech still exist in Australia? From vilification laws and drag queen litigation to abortion to birth, prostitution, energy madness and the surge to One Nation, this is a frank conversation about the freedoms Australians are losing and the fight back.

Dr Jillian Spencer on the fight to protect gender confused kids – and get her job back | Drag queen vilification case – setback for free speech | Why celebrating Khamenei’s death should put you on the ASIO watch list.

The War Room’s Ben Harnwell joins Lyle to discuss how our leaders sold us out, why we must not let Islam do to Australiawhat it has done to Europe, the possibility of war in Iran, the future of MAGA + Lyle gives his take on two important conferences held this week – Evolve and Aspire.

Are good Muslims being let down by their leaders? Australian Jewish Association CEO Robert Gregory discusses the aftermath of the Bondi massacre | Albo’s Muslim prayer hypocrisy | GG Sam Mostyn’s political activist group seeks taxpayer handout + more.

Deepa Mathew – from India to running for the SA Parliament;Matt Cliff – the LNP’s abortion gag; can Angus Taylor the Libs be trusted + more

Jasmine Sussex on why Victoria Police carried automatic weapons to the Women Will Speak rally, Christopher Brohier on evidence-based medicine for gender confused children and Deepa Mathew on banning smacking and who should be at the table to discuss the tragedy of stillbirths. All that and more....