Who is Tommy Robinson? The Karl Stefanovic guest who has cost Australia’s famed TV host his job

Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, is an anti-Islamic, far-right political activist who gained prominence in Australia following an interview on Karl Stefanovic's podcast. The interview led to significant repercussions for Stefanovic, with Nine Entertainment, Australia's largest locally owned media company, severing ties with the TV host. Stefanovic will also not appear on a radio show with Eddie McGuire on Friday due to the controversy surrounding the Robinson interview. Robinson is well-known in the UK and Europe for his activism. The fallout highlights the impact of controversial interviews on media personalities and organizations. Nine Entertainment's decision to end its association with Stefanovic underscores the sensitivity around the content broadcast and promoted by major media outlets. This event has drawn attention to Robinson's background and the nature of his political activities.