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Betoota Talks

The Betoota Advocatewww.betootaadvocate.com
Clancy Overell and Errol Parker, editors of the explicitly raw but iconic Outback Australian newspaper known as The Betoota Advocate report fiercely - without fear or favour.
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Episodes

BETOOTA TALKS: Treasurer Jim Chalmers Talks Federal Budget, Broncos & Bullets

In this special episode of Betoota Talks, the Federal Treasurer talks about the 2025 Budget and the lack of talent in the Liberal Party. He also talks Brisbane Broncos, The Brisbane Bullets, Logan Thunder, Logan Brothers and Eagle Farm raceway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 202535 minSeason 9Ep. 19

BETOOTA TALKS: Liberal Senator Jane Hume

Joining Clancy and Wendell this week is Victorian Senator Jane Hume, the Shadow Minister for Finance, the Public Service and Shadow Special Minister of State. Jane dropped by to chat about how much she loves campaigning, nuclear energy and how the Liberals can turn around their fortune after 2022's election loss. We also try get her to spill the beans on who is Peter Dutton’s potential replacement is if he loses his seat See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 23, 202546 minSeason 9Ep. 18

BETOOTA TALKS: Max Chandler-Mather MP

The Greenslander himself, Max Chandler-Mather joins Betoota Talks to discuss his unique brand of environmentalist class politics, and how it translates so well to suburban Queensland. At the 2022 election, MCM snatched the safe Labor electorate of Griffith in South Brisbane for the Greens - former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's old seat. He was joined by two more lower house MPs on the southside of the River City. These aren't inner-city leftie suburbs. What is Max doing differently to Labor and th...

Mar 16, 202530 minSeason 9Ep. 16

BETOOTA TALKS: Dermot Kennedy

This week on the Betoota Talks, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker sit down with Dermot Kennedy, the critically acclaimed, multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter, to chat about his brand-new global Irish music festival, MISNEACH. Pronounced mish-nyach (meaning ‘courage’ in Gaelic), MISNEACH is a massive celebration of Irish music and culture, set to take over Sydney’s Domain on Sunday, March 16, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Dermot gives us the inside scoop on curating the lineup, which featu...

Mar 09, 202540 minSeason 5Ep. 14

BETOOTA TALKS: Hon Sussan Ley MP - Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party

This week we talk to the Member for Farrer Sussan Ley. A seasoned political operator and deputy leader of the Liberal Party. Born in Nigeria, raised in the Emirates and the British boarding school system before settling in Canberra, Sussan’s path to politics has been anything but conventional. From her time as a commercial pilot to raising cattle to holding multiple ministerial portfolios, she’s seen firsthand how Australian politics has evolved since she was first elected in 2001. Now, as a key...

Mar 02, 202552 minSeason 5Ep. 12

BETOOTA TALKS: Election Whisperer Kos Samaras

This week we talk to Kos Samaras - a laser sharp political pundit and advisor. The grandson of Greek partisan communists, raised in Broadmeadows, Kos rose through the ranks to become one of the most influential political figures in Victoria. Now, a strategist and pollster he offered some intriguing insights into the state of modern politics and where the major parties are going wrong. Tune in for a fascinating chat about why things like the UFC can shake up an election campaign. See omnystudio.c...

Feb 23, 202547 minSeason 9Ep. 10

WEEKLY BULLETIN: RBA Rate Cut Good News For Real Estate, Daily Tele Antagonising Muslims Again, Woman Dating Disciplined Bloke Struggles To Keep Her Sh!t Together + LinkedIn!

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 21, 202515 minSeason 9Ep. 9

Betoota Talks: The 31st Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese MP

The PM joins Betoota Talks this week to talk about his experiences, hurdles and future plans in the top job. With an election around the corner, The Betoota Advocate poses the question to him: What have you done differently to Scott Morrison? He answers that and more. This interview also includes a lot of chat about the South Sydney Rabbitohs, but do not let that deter you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 202539 minSeason 9Ep. 8

BETOOTA TALKS: Liberal MP Bridget Archer

Our pre-election podcast series continues as Clancy and Errol sit down with Liberal MP Bridget Archer. Representing the division of Bass in Tasmania, Bridget Archer was elected in 2019 and has since stirred controversy by crossing the floor multiple times on issues like climate change, corruption, her former leader Scott Morrison and more. We ask her about how she deals with her own party, how she plans to deal with the opposition, her leadership ambitions, and of course, the biggest story in Ta...

Feb 16, 202554 minSeason 9Ep. 7

BETOOTA TALKS: A Greenie Senator from QLD, Larissa Waters

In the first of our pre-election podcast interview, The Betoota Advocate speaks to Senator Larissa Waters from the Australian Greens. She's been around a long time, and Queensland keeps making it clear that she's not going anywhere. The Betoota Advocate hits Senator Waters with some tough questions about Greens politics, and their tactics. To her credit, she answers them honestly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 202543 minSeason 9Ep. 5

INTERVIEW: Keith Urban

The Betoota Advocate is starting 2025 strong with a HUGE guest on Betoota Talks. The Pride Of Caboolture, Nashville’s favourite son-in-law, Keith Urban. Clancy and Wendell get close to an hour with the great man, as they discuss the history of Australian country music, and Australians IN country music. Keith also treats the team and listeners to a live song! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202540 minSeason 9Ep. 2

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Dutton Boycotts Christmas, Bluey The Movie, Tradies & Hornbags

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 20, 20249 minSeason 4Ep. 100

INTERVIEW: Froomes

Lucinda Price, better known as Froomes, is a writer, comedian, journalist and broadcaster. Fresh off a press junket for her debut book "All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot," Froomes stopped by the Betoota Advocate studios for a wide-ranging chat with Clancy and Effie, where they spoke about everything from changing beauty standards in the modern world to Dicko's problematic Australian Idol comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 15, 202449 minSeason 4Ep. 99

INTERVIEW: John Wayne Parr

A pioneer of Australian kickboxing and Muay Thai joins Betoota Talks this week. John Wayne Parr talks about the early days of a career that would ultimately see him become the first household name in this sport. The son of traveling horse trainers from Queensland, ‘The Gunslinger’ had a very similar childhood to the Karate Kid. Finding friends and family in the martial arts gyms of suburban Australia, before taking off to Thailand at 19 to learn the nuts and bolts of MMA. What a career he’s had....

Dec 08, 202444 minSeason 4Ep. 96

INTERVIEW: Hannah Ferguson

Founder of Cheek Media Co, Hannah Ferguson, chats to us about her exciting new podcast, ‘Big Talk’, which takes a deep dive into some of modern history’s most scandalous stories, her second book, ‘Taboo’, conversations we never had about sex, body image, work’ and how it feels to be featured next to Jacob Elordi, in her Forbes 30 under 30 debut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 01, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 94

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Social Media Bans, Speed In NZ, Thunderstorms And Gout

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 29, 202412 minSeason 4Ep. 93

INTERVIEW: Melissa Leong

Melissa Leong is one of Australia’s most trusted minds when it comes to cuisine. She’s been a writer and critic for over a decade, as well as hosting Masterchef, Celebrity Masterchef and currently Dessert Masters. Melissa joins Clancy and Wendell to talk through her career, the most slept on cuisines, her favourite spots in Australia plus her unlikely affinity for UFC. Her new podcast Coolroom Confessional gives an insight into the often hectic world of hospitality. Melissa interviews the founde...

Nov 24, 202454 minSeason 4Ep. 92

WEEKLY BULLETIN: Microplastics No Match For Alpha Male’s Swimmers, Son-in-Law Nails Debut With Rump Steak, Girl Fights Urge To Live In Forest & Gen Z All In On Nostalgia Drinks Fosters

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Head to minderoo.org/ebook and check out their free ebook to see how you can reduce your exposure to plastics. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 22, 202412 minSeason 4Ep. 91

INTERVIEW: KING STINGRAY

After a whirlwind couple of years, the fellas from King Stingray swung by Betoota Talks to give us the yarn about the journey, the music and the future. Their new album For The Dreams is out now, as they prepare to hit the road again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 202424 minSeason 4Ep. 90
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