
Nick McKenzie
Investigative reporter known for in-depth journalism exposing wrongdoing; in this episode he discusses his investigation into North Korean operatives posing as remote IT workers targeting Australian companies.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 19min
Nick McKenzie on how North Korean spies are infiltrating Australian companies
Nick McKenzie, investigative reporter known for exposing wrongdoing, describes how North Korean operatives pose as remote IT hires to target Australian firms. He outlines how AI-crafted resumes, intermediaries and laptop farms enable scaled espionage. He also recounts a Zoom sting that exposed an operative and highlights why businesses must tighten hiring and monitoring practices.

Mar 8, 2026 • 23min
Mickey the 'monster': Sinister allegations behind spectacular corporate unravelling
Nick McKenzie, investigative reporter known for probing corporate and criminal conduct. He unpacks MA Services' rise and dramatic collapse. Listens cover alleged worker exploitation and missing super, claims of sexual misconduct, ties to organised crime and phoenixing, and how big clients and regulators missed warning signs.

Feb 16, 2026 • 16min
Nick McKenzie on CFMEU corruption and Labor’s blind eye
Nick McKenzie, investigative reporter known for exposing corruption and organised crime in construction, discusses the scale of criminal infiltration into the CFMEU. He outlines shocking findings from an inquiry, explains why politically sensitive sections were deleted, and raises urgent questions about government awareness and accountability.

Feb 15, 2026 • 20min
The CFMEU ‘crime gang’: A honeypot of money, and a government that looked the other way
Nick McKenzie, investigative reporter who has exposed major corruption in Australia, discusses organised crime, union infiltration and how large government projects became a money honeypot. He outlines allegations of drug trafficking and sexual exploitation on worksites. He also questions government oversight and calls for independent scrutiny of massive taxpayer losses.

Aug 16, 2023 • 6min
My Favourite Tip: Nick McKenzie - An unusual ice breaker
Award-winning investigative journalist Nick McKenzie reveals how running alone helps him find solutions and connect with sources in his work. He shares strategies for recording thoughts while running and the benefits of running with others for intimate discussions.


