Planet America (Season 15)

The Chaser's Chas Licciardello and the ABC's John Barron set out to discover the real America - its politics and its people - with US and Australian experts coming along for the ride.

  • Poster for Alex Pretti and Renee Good.

    Alex Pretti and Renee Good. (Episode 1)

    Air date: 2026-02-02

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Can the federal agents who killed Minnesota protestors Alex Pretti and Renee Good be charged with murder? Plus Trump's approval rating sinks as he rewrites the rules in Venezuela and threatens an attack on Greenland and Iran.

  • Poster for Epstein files, plus the US-Russia nuclear treaty.

    Epstein files, plus the US-Russia nuclear treaty. (Episode 2)

    Air date: 2026-02-09

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Chas and John guide you through the events in Trump's America including the fallout from the release of the Epstein files, plus the US-Russia nuclear treaty expires bringing fears it could trigger a nuclear arms race.

  • Poster for Pam Bondi

    Pam Bondi (Episode 3)

    Air date: 2026-02-16

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Attorney General Pam Bondi's fiery Epstein files hearing descends into chaos prompting more claims of a cover-up. Border czar Tom Homan announces an end to Minnesota's ICE surge and Trump's approval slumps to an all-time low.

  • Poster for Epstein, Tariffs and Immigration

    Epstein, Tariffs and Immigration (Episode 4)

    Air date: 2026-02-23

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: As Epstein's billionaire backer denies knowing anything about the convicted sex trafficker's crimes, more allegations surface about President Trump himself. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court throws out Trump's tariffs, and the immigration crackdown becomes a liability heading into the midterms.

  • Poster for Epic Fury, Epstein and Texas Senate race

    Epic Fury, Epstein and Texas Senate race (Episode 5)

    Air date: 2026-03-02

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Operation Epic Fury: America's "President of Peace" goes to war with Iran. Meanwhile the Clintons face awkward questions over Jeffrey Epstein, plus an explosive Senate race in Texas could reshape Congress for the midterms.

  • Poster for US War on Iran and Kristi Noem

    US War on Iran and Kristi Noem (Episode 6)

    Air date: 2026-03-09

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: America continues its attack on Iran, while Trump continues his ever-shifting rationale for war. Did Iran pose an imminent "threat"? We ask former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman. Meanwhile Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and replaces her with a former plumber, MMA fighter and wrestler.

  • Poster for US Iran War and The SAVE America Act

    US Iran War and The SAVE America Act (Episode 7)

    Air date: 2026-03-16

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: How and when will America's war with Iran end? We ask former US Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery. Meanwhile on the home front, President Trump wants to save American democracy - by making it much harder to vote.

  • Poster for Iran War and Markwayne Mullin

    Iran War and Markwayne Mullin (Episode 8)

    Air date: 2026-03-23

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Iran warns of retaliatory strikes if Trump follows through on his threat to attack Iranian power plants. So, what's Iran's next move? We ask former National Security Council Director for Iran, Nate Swanson. Plus former MMA fighter Markwayne Mullin spars with Senators at his confirmation hearing to be the new Homeland Security boss.

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    US War on Iran (Episode 9)

    Air date: 2026-03-30

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: As more American troops head to the Middle East, is a ground war next? We ask Ambassador Dan Shapiro, former Deputy Asst Secretary of Defense for the Middle East. Meanwhile, is Trump using the war with Iran to manipulate the stock market? And who is cashing in?

  • Poster for Trump Unhinged, US War Crimes & US Israel War impact on Ukraine

    Trump Unhinged, US War Crimes & US Israel War impact on Ukraine (Episode 10)

    Air date: 2026-04-06

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: President Trump unleashes a social media F-bomb as he threatens Iran with yet more bombs. Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure? Meanwhile, how is the war in the Middle East impacting the forgotten war in Ukraine?

  • Poster for US-Iran Peace talks, Viktor Orban and Melania's statements

    US-Iran Peace talks, Viktor Orban and Melania's statements (Episode 11)

    Air date: 2026-04-13

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: President Trump threatens Hormuz blockade after US-Iran peace talks collapse without a deal. Meanwhile, Trump's favourite European, Viktor Orban, is swept from power, plus the mystery over why Melania wanted to talk about Epstein.

  • Poster for Trump's mental health

    Trump's mental health (Episode 12)

    Air date: 2026-04-20

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Insane, suffering dementia or just Donald? We ask psychologist Dr Mary Trump about her uncle's erratic behaviour and extreme comments. Meanwhile, new tensions threaten the Iran ceasefire, and a disgraced former presidential candidate resigns over a sex scandal.

  • Poster for WCD Shooting, Iranian Executions & Kash Patel

    WCD Shooting, Iranian Executions & Kash Patel (Episode 13)

    Air date: 2026-04-27

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Donald Trump escapes another would-be assassin; we ask reporter Eric Garcia what it was like to be in the room where it happened. Also, the Iran ceasefire holds while peace talks stall, Trump gets sucked in by AI and is FBI Director Kash Patel the next big exit?

  • Poster for WHCD Conspiracies, James Comey and Voting Rights Act

    WHCD Conspiracies, James Comey and Voting Rights Act (Episode 14)

    Air date: 2026-05-04

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Conspiracies swirl as Trump's alleged would-be-assassin faces court and former FBI Director James Comey is indicted over a seashell "threat" to Trump. Plus as the Supreme Court destroys the Voting Rights Act; will this affect the midterms?

  • Poster for Gerrymandering and Epstein Distractions

    Gerrymandering and Epstein Distractions (Episode 15)

    Air date: 2026-05-11

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Operation Epic Distraction? Trump's UFO file release sparks backlash over Epstein distraction. Plus as war and gas prices weigh down Trump's approval rating, will Democrats have a chance to take the Senate? We ask The Cook Political Report's Dave Wasserman.

  • Poster for Trump China Visit and Economic Uncertainty

    Trump China Visit and Economic Uncertainty (Episode 16)

    Air date: 2026-05-18

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Trump bows to Xi, but what did the China summit achieve? We ask former US Ambassador to China, Nick Burns. Also, more economic uncertainty, Trump's DOJ lawsuit, and the MAGA backlash over 'Trump Mobile'. Are voters losing their patience?

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    Blatant Corruption (Episode 17)

    Air date: 2026-05-25

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Republicans revolt over Trump's taxpayer-funded slush fund. Is this Trump's most brazen act of corruption? Also, hopes for a lasting peace rise and fall as Trump says "no rush" on a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, Congressman Thomas Massie loses the most expensive primary in US history and Tulsi Gabbard heads for the exit.

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    Cuba and Texas Senate race (Episode 18)

    Air date: 2026-06-01

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Is Trump planning to attack Cuba? As tensions escalate, we ask exiled Assembly of the Cuban Resistance leader Orlando Gutierrez Boronat why he is pushing for regime change. Also, the ugly senate race in Texas which could decide the balance of power in November's midterms. Could Republicans lose the Lone Star State?

  • Poster for Democratic senator possibility Graham Platner and the Slush Fund

    Democratic senator possibility Graham Platner and the Slush Fund (Episode 19)

    Air date: 2026-06-08

    Runtime: 33 min

    Overview: Will a scandal-plagued political newcomer cost Democrats the Senate? We ask strategist Julie Roginsky whether Graham Platner can save his campaign. Plus a rare Republican revolt sees Trump walk away from his slush fund but claim victory in his long-running feud over tax.

  • Poster for Iran ceasefire deal on Trump's 80th Birthday

    Iran ceasefire deal on Trump's 80th Birthday (Episode 20)

    Air date: 2026-06-15

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Trump claims victory after a long-awaited peace deal is agreed with Iran. Meanwhile, as Congress advances a US-Israel military integration plan, we ask former national security official Josh Paul why the measure has sparked a backlash.

  • Poster for The Art of the Surrender

    The Art of the Surrender (Episode 21)

    Air date: 2026-06-22

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: The Republican backlash intensifies after Trump makes a deal with Iran, then threatens a return to war. Meanwhile JD Vance lashes out at Israel, and Trump blames vandals after his reflecting pool woes take a turn for the worse.

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    Not Racist? (Episode 22)

    Air date: 2026-06-29

    Overview: The Supreme Court clears the way for mass deportations as Trump's White House declares America is closed. Plus the 'Green-Watergate' disaster continues as Americans prepare to celebrate their 250th birthday. (Midseason Final)

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    Socialists States of America? (Episode 23)

    Air date: 2026-08-17

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: Planet America returns with the midterm elections on the horizon and the populist left seeing a big surge in momentum. Will this cost Democrats when voters head to the polls? We ask influential and controversial political commentator Hasan Piker.

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    TBA (Episode 24)

    Air date: 2026-08-24

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: TBA

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