

Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop
Investigative reporter for Four Corners who presents findings from an investigation into what was known about Naveed and Sajid Akram prior to the Bondi attack.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 17min
Everything we know about the Bondi shooters
In this riveting discussion, investigative reporter Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop unravels the shocking Bondi Beach mass shooting. He explores the radicalization of father-son duo Sajid and Naveed Akram, revealing Naveed's controversial ASIO history and street preaching connections. Sean highlights their mysterious trip to the Philippines for military-style training and discusses the implications of ASIO's monitoring and resource challenges. The conversation also addresses rising antisemitism as a significant security concern in Australia.

Mar 2, 2026 • 42min
Uncovered | Exposing the Bondi gunmen's ISIS links
Sean Rubinsztein‑Dunlop, an ABC investigative reporter who cultivated an undercover source inside Sydney’s extremist scene. He recounts meeting ‘Marcus’, alleged former ASIO operative, infiltration of a pro‑ISIS centre, warnings about radicalised individuals, ties between local recruiters and international mentors, and the disputed intelligence assessments that intersected with the Bondi Beach terror story.

Feb 11, 2026 • 15min
What ASIO heard about the Bondi shooters years ago
Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop, an investigative reporter for Four Corners, presents findings from a probe into what was known about Naveed and Sajid Akram before the Bondi killings. He outlines ASIO’s 2019–20 assessment, links to an ISIS‑linked cell, a human source who met the pair, firearms and information‑sharing gaps. The piece raises questions about intelligence, credibility and missed warning signs.

Aug 5, 2025 • 15min
Part 2: A warning from an undercover ASIO informant
Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop, an investigative reporter for the ABC, dives into the hidden realities of ASIO informants. He shares the gripping story of Marcus, a former undercover agent who infiltrated radical Islamist groups, revealing the personal risks and intelligence failures that led to a terrorist attack in Sydney. The discussion also touches on the rising threat of ISIS and its impact on Australia, highlighting the stark difference between ASIO's public praise for informants and the challenges they face post-service.

Aug 5, 2025 • 12min
Part 1: The spiritual leader of Sydney’s pro-ISIS network
Investigative reporter Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop sheds light on the alarming rise of pro-ISIS networks in Australia, spotlighting the elusive role of spiritual leader Wissam Haddad. He discusses the implications of passport cancellations on local communities and the shift toward domestic terrorism. The conversation delves into the fine line between free speech and incitement, examining a jihadi influencer’s provocative messages. Rubinsztein-Dunlop also reveals the radicalization risks linked to charitable organizations, emphasizing the covert activities that lure youth towards extremism.


