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Law Report

Damien Carrick

Booking Overview

An interview-led legal affairs program covering Australian and international court cases, legislation, miscarriages of justice, and the practical effects of law, typically featuring specialist lawyers, academics, and legal practitioners. Suitable pitches include credible legal scholars, practicing lawyers, and subject-matter experts with distinctive expertise in criminal law, succession, employment law, or emerging legal issues; booking difficulty is medium because strong professional authority is required, but celebrity status is not.

Metrics

Episodes: 250

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Australia

YouTube: 466.0k subscribers

Instagram: 69.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

abcpodcasts@abc.net.au

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Host

Damien Carrick - Australian journalist and broadcaster who presents ABC's Law Report, explaining complex legal issues and significant cases for a general audience.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Practicing lawyers, legal academics, and established specialists with authoritative expertise in a specific area of Australian law and the ability to explain complex issues clearly to a general audience.
Required Achievements:  
University professorship or academic appointment, Specialist legal practice, Recognized expertise in a significant legal field, Research or professional involvement in notable cases, legal reforms, or emerging legal issues

Recent Guest Discussions

Andrew Lawson - Inheritance Disputes Involving Farming Families, Succession, Family Farms, And The Balance Between Need And Fairness In Estate Claims.

Pru Vines - Unconventional Wills, Informal Testamentary Documents, And How Courts Determine Whether Irregular Wills Are Valid.

James Dimond - Fraud, Undue Influence, Contested Wills, And Disputes Involving The Validity Of Wills And Inheritance.

Recent Topics

Law, Legal Affairs, Criminal Justice, Inheritance Law, Employment Law

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Law Report
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Rogue OpenAI agents hacked into Medicare — is it a crime?

October 06, 2026

When OpenAI agents gained unauthorised access to the Medicare data portal, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he was extremely concerned about the privacy breach. But are there any legal consequences? Could OpenAI be prosecuted for the hack? Could it be liable in a civil action?As the technology develops at breakneck speed, the Law Report discusses what guardrails are necessary to keep people and data safe in the age of AI and social media.

Should smart glasses be banned in public places?

September 29, 2026

Concerns over privacy breaches linked to smart glasses are seeing authorities around Australia move to restrict where they can be used.Western Australia has announced a complete ban in public schools, which takes effect next month.Local councils are also taking action, with the City of Randwick in Sydney investigating whether it can prohibit smart glasses at public beaches.And the Federal Government is considering restriction in Commonwealth workplaces.But how effective is regulation at this ...

Is influencing someone to end their life a crime in Australia?

September 22, 2026

The Victorian government has pledged to implement a raft of reforms around domestic and family violence if it is re-elected in November.One promise is to introduce a new manslaughter offence in cases where a person is found to have taken their own life due to family violence.So, is it currently possible to convict a person of murder or manslaughter if they goad or encourage their partner to die by suicide?This has happened in Britain and the United States.And right now, Adelaide woman Jacinta...

Frequently asked questions

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Law Report
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How do I get in touch with Law Report?

Law Report is hosted by Damien Carrick. Its publicly listed email is abcpodcasts@abc.net.au. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Law Report?

The publicly listed email for Law Report: abcpodcasts@abc.net.au.

How many listeners does Law Report have?

Podseeker estimates Law Report reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Law Report?

Law Report typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Practicing lawyers, legal academics, and established specialists with authoritative expertise in a specific area of Australian law and the ability to explain complex issues clearly to a general audience. Common among recent guests: University professorship or academic appointment; Specialist legal practice; Recognized expertise in a significant legal field. Recent guests include Andrew Lawson, Pru Vines, and James Dimond.

How hard is it to get booked on Law Report?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Law Report cover?

Recent episodes cover Law, Legal Affairs, Criminal Justice, Inheritance Law, and Employment Law. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

abcpodcasts@abc.net.au

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