Episodes

  • Money, power and politics: Who really wins in Australia’s democracy?

    Money, power and politics: Who really wins in Australia’s democracy?
    Nov 22 2024
    We explore the proposed reforms to Australia’s donation laws and ask: who really benefits from these changes? The climate wars rage on, with the latest battle centred on the government’s delayed 2035 emissions reduction targets. Meanwhile, the Albanese government attempts to outflank the Liberal Party with increasingly hardline policies on immigration and asylum seekers. And, the Senate equates a political protest against the King with acts of homophobia, racism, and bigotry, raising critical questions about fairness and media bias in Australia’s political landscape. #auspol

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    Song listing:
    1. ‘Good Stuff’, The B-52s.
    2. ‘She’s My Lover (A Song For R.)’, Kid Loco.
    3. ‘Short Change Hero’, The Heavy.
    4. ‘Nice To Meet Ya’, Niall Horan.
    5. ‘Pretty Vacant’, Sofia (cover version).
    6. ‘Humiliation’, The National.
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    50 mins
  • The ridiculous social media ban and exporting Israel violence

    The ridiculous social media ban and exporting Israel violence
    Nov 15 2024
    We explore the government’s controversial plan to target under-16s with a social media ban, explore the continued media manipulation surrounding Israel, and examine why football violence seems to receive a troubling level of acceptance when perpetrated by racist Israeli football hooligans. Meanwhile, the mainstream media stirs up excitement over an early election that, in reality, shows no signs of materialising. May 2025, that’s when it’s going to held, and not likely to be before. #auspol #NoAgeBan

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    Song listing:
    1. ‘Humiliation’, The National.
    2. ‘Trouble’, Vox Noir.
    3. ‘Brasil’, Bellaire.
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    42 mins
  • The Return of the American Conman

    The Return of the American Conman
    Nov 8 2024
    We analyze the aftermath of the US election, where Donald Trump’s victory signals the return of the conman, criminal and clown show. Vote Dutton, Get Rinehart? We ask if voting for Peter Dutton is bringing Gina Rinehart’s influence into federal politics, and the answer is probably “yes”. We also cover the current state of the economy, proposed changes to HECS debt policies, and the continued shortcomings of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, which has yet to meet public expectations. #auspol

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    Song listing:
    1. ‘All Along The Watchtower’, Afterhere (Bob Dylan cover).
    2. ‘Lose Fit’, Happy Mondays.
    3. ‘Swing For The Crime”, Ed Kuepper.
    4. ‘The Last Goodbye’, Odesza.
    5. ‘Won’t Get Fooled Again’, The Who (remix).
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    48 mins
  • Queensland power shift, a flight attack on Labor, COVID and US election

    Queensland power shift, a flight attack on Labor, COVID and US election
    Nov 1 2024
    In this episode, we analyze the results of the Queensland election and uncover who the real losers are, as the media moves to yet another issue to target the federal Labor government—this time, over alleged flight upgrades. We also discuss the release of the Covid-19 Report, which reveals the severe mismanagement of the pandemic response by the previous Coalition government, and we look at the approaching U.S. election, examining it as a reflection of an empire in decline. #auspol

    Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics

    Song listing:
    1. ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five.
    2. ‘Back In The USSR’, The Beatles (Kaktux Rock Da House remix).
    3. ‘Stranger In Moscow’, Tame Impala.
    4. ‘Wild”, Spoon.
    5. ‘Release The Pressure’, Leftism.
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    50 mins
  • Not My King

    Not My King
    Oct 25 2024
    Senator Lidia Thorpe confronts the king with her candid views on him and the royal family’s role in colonisation and genocide, raising the question of whether it’s time to reignite the debate about Australia becoming a republic and create a long overdue Treaty with Indigenous people. Meanwhile, the community-backed teal independent movement continues to grow at the expense of the Liberal Party, but Labor cannot afford to be complacent. Is 27 years in office good for democracy? If the Liberal Party isn’t fit for government, then yes, it absolutely is. #auspol

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    Song listing:
    1. ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five.
    2. ‘Treaty’, Mitchell Cullen (Yothu Yindi).
    3. ‘Atomic Moog 2000’, Cold Cut.
    4. ‘Spitfire’, Public Service Broadcasting.
    5. ‘Release The Pressure’, Leftism.
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    49 mins
  • NACC disasters, the Voice one year on, and 4.3 million reasons to not buy a house

    NACC disasters, the Voice one year on, and 4.3 million reasons to not buy a house
    Oct 18 2024
    The National Anti-Corruption Commission has failed to do its job once again, this time finding no corruption in the Paladin affair. Meanwhile, one year after the defeat of the Voice to Parliament referendum, the issue of Indigenous recognition remains stalled. Upcoming elections in the ACT and Queensland are shaping up as potential litmus tests for the federal election, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing increasing political scrutiny over the recent purchase of a $4.3 million house in Copacabana during a national housing affordability crisis. #auspol

    Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics

    Song listing:
    1. ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five.
    2. ‘Bagi-la-m Bargan’, Birdz.
    3. ‘Everything’s Gone Green’, New Order.
    4. ‘Hard Road’, The Hilltop Hoods.
    5. ‘Release The Pressure’, Leftism.
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    54 mins
  • Albanese v Dutton and the political struggle over Israel and Palestine

    Albanese v Dutton and the political struggle over Israel and Palestine
    Oct 11 2024
    We explore a turbulent week in Australian politics: the Prime Minister sought to commemorate the victims of the October 7 attacks in Israel and Palestine, but faced sharp criticism from opposition leader Peter Dutton, who continues to push a divisive, far-right agenda. We examine how the Israel-Palestine conflict has deeply impacted Australia’s political landscape, with Labor trying to maintain balance, while the Liberal Party leans heavily in favour of Israel. We also look at the controversy surrounding NSW Premier Chris Minns response to pro-Palestinian protests, and the rise of a new political party, Australia’s Voice, as Australians increasingly seek alternatives to the traditional two-party system. #auspol
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    Song listing:
    1. ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five.
    2. ‘Confessions Of A Window Cleaner’, Ed Kuepper.
    3. ‘All Along The Watchtower’, Afterhere (cover version).
    4. ‘Wild’, Spoon.
    5. ‘Release The Pressure’, Leftism.
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    49 mins
  • The surplus, Queensland election and Middle East tensions exploited in Australia

    The surplus, Queensland election and Middle East tensions exploited in Australia
    Oct 4 2024
    The Labor government has delivered its second consecutive surplus, but not everyone is pleased. Meanwhile, the Queensland election campaign is in full swing, a new special envoy for combating Islamophobia has been appointed, though few seem to know who it is, and the politics of the middle east and national security are becoming a heated topic of discussion in Australia. #auspol

    Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics

    Song listing:
    1. ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five.
    2. ‘Confessions Of A Window Cleaner’, Ed Kuepper.
    3. ‘Arion’, Blue States.
    4. ‘Dayvan Cowboy’, The Boards Of Canada.
    5. ‘Praise You’, Fat Boy Slim.
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    47 mins