SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON Admin 1 sits down with the secretary of the ACTU, Sally McManus in the second part of our miniseries on the budget! We discuss everything from the rise of One Nation and how workers can stop it and win, to the ACTU’s demands for a fair go for workers. Finally, we also ask her your questions (including briefly addressing the CFMEU Administration), so you won’t want to miss this! JOIN YOUR UNION TODAY SALLY MCMANUS ON IG JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
May 11, 2026•46 min•Season 3Ep. 14
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON The first episode of our two-part pre-budget series, admin 1 chats all things budget with Allegra Spender, the Federal MP for Wentworth, including her hopes for major tax reform, as well as her wins in housing reform, and why the fight for a gas tax might not be over just yet. SUPPORT ALLEGRA SPENDER ALLEGRA SPENDER ON IG JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 10, 2026•24 min•Season 3Ep. 13
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON In our first Victorian Election episode, we sat down with Admin 1's local member, Gabrielle De Vietri, MLA for Richmond! In an election predicted to be more chaotic than ever before, we spoke about the many wins the Greens have made in Vic Parliament, amidst the scandal, controversy and bitterness of state politics. In a cost of living crisis, we talk about the importance of delivering on housing policy, as well as how Gab's experience as Mayor of the City of Yarra informe...
May 07, 2026•48 min•Season 3Ep. 12
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON This week we sit down with Brisbane City Councillor, Emily Kim! A young firebrand in an uphill battle, Emily has been working to hold the long-term incumbent Brisbane LNP to account in Brisbane's City Hall. Using everything from tours of her local ward of Calamvale, to GTA VI references, we dive into the unconventional way Emily holds power to account, along with the even more unconventional way the LNP has tried to stop her, blurring the lines between what is ethical and ...
Apr 30, 2026•38 min•Season 3Ep. 11
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON This week, we sit down with the federal member for Cooper, Ged Kearney! Elected during the Turnbull-Morrison government of 2018, we went in-depth about her experience in opposition, and then in government, from Shorten’s ill-fated 2019 campaign, to the resurgent Albanese election victories of 2022 and 2025. We also go into Ged’s unique journey into politics, from her time as a registered nurse, living through the 1986 Nurses Strike and how that shaped the beginning of her ...
Apr 23, 2026•41 min•Season 3Ep. 10
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON In a first for TPA, we sit down with our first major party leader, former Premier of Queensland and current Queensland opposition leader, Steven Miles. In a must-listen interview, we chat about his journey from a fresh MP through to the front bench and leadership, and the lessons he learned not only as the head of a government, but in defeat and how he rebounded from the loss of 2024. We also get him to answer your questions, ranging from his stance on Minerals Resource ta...
Apr 16, 2026•35 min•Season 3Ep. 9
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON In this special Brisbane edition of the TPA podcast, we sit down with the leader of the Australian Greens, Larissa Waters, for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation. Joined by Admin 1, Larissa opens up about her journey through law and politics, stepping into leadership following Adam Bandt, and the vision shaping the Greens’ future. We also dive into the topics you wanted answered from unpacking the results of the 2025 Federal Election, what lies ahead for Brisbane ...
Apr 09, 2026•42 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Admin 1 is oined by the Australian Services Union's Victorian and Tasmanian Branch Secretary, Tash Wark, to talk all things strike action for council workers. In one of the largest strikes of council workers, the ASU is working towards one of the largest multi-employer bargaining agreements for 8 local councils, demanding better pay and conditions. Admin 1 not only dives into this with Tash, but a number of other rights that the great Union movement has won, in what is a must-listen episode! SUP...
Mar 25, 2026•38 min•Season 3Ep. 7
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON In what has been an absolute whirlwind in Australian and global politics, Admins 1 and 2 take stock of the situation in Iran and its effect on the cost of living in Australia, as well as question the reasoning of even siding with the US in the first place. We also look towards home, and check out the new leader of the Nats, Matt Canavan, and his rather… questionable voting records. JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG FOLLOW TPA ON TWITTER X FOLLOW TPA ON TIKTOK Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Mar 12, 2026•28 min•Season 3Ep. 6
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON They say a week is a long time in politics, so Admins 1 and 2 do our absolute best to recap the last month of whatever the hell the Liberals and One Nation are up to. The new year has seen One Nation go from political outsiders, to pitching themselves as the new opposition. In this must-listen episode, we talk about just how likely that is, as well as discuss One Nation’s strengths to look out for, and weaknesses to tackle. JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG FOLLOW TPA ON TWITTER X FO...
Mar 05, 2026•38 min•Season 3Ep. 5
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON With the South Australian election rolling around, we sat down with Labor's candidate for Colton, Aria Bolkus! In an election quite like no other, we chat all things South Australian politics, from Peter Malinauskas' dominance, to the influence of Adelaide's Greek Community on Aria's political journey. We also explore the influence of Aria's late father and Labor stalwart Nick, and how his long, impactful career influenced her to become the candidate she is today. ARIA BOL...
Feb 26, 2026•26 min•Season 3Ep. 4
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON In September 2025, TPA reached 100,000 followers across all our social media platforms. To commemorate us hitting 100k on Instagram alone, we decided to release the recording of the live podcast! Admins 1 and 2 join forces for a rare in-person episode, alongside guest speaker Konrad Benjamin from Punters Politics for an unforgettable live show, where we not only talk all things political communication, but also hear from you, the followers in person! PUNTER'S POLITICS WEBS...
Feb 19, 2026•33 min•Season 3Ep. 3
SUPPORT TPA ON PATREON Admins 1 and 2 return for an emergency episode to discuss the disastrous handling of protests in Sydney by the Minns Labor Government. We talk about the actions of NSW police, and the response by the Premier and just how out of touch they have shown themselves to be. To lighten the mood we also covered the very fresh news of Angus Taylor’s spill motion, and how that might affect the sinking ship of the Liberal Party. JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG FOLLOW TPA ON TWITTER X FOLLOW TP...
Feb 12, 2026•29 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Admin 1 travels to sunny Adelaide to interview our first Labor MP, Senator Charlotte Walker! The youngest ever MP to be elected by the Labor Party, Charlotte was elected at just 21 years of age, going from strength to strength representing South Australia. Admin 1 chats all things about young people in politics, new and exciting ways of engaging the youth, and her rather interesting interactions with Pauline Hanson in this must-listen episode. SENATOR CHARLOTTE WALKER ON IG SENATOR CHARLOTTE WAL...
Feb 05, 2026•45 min•Season 3Ep. 1
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In what was a historic election, Labor was returned to government for a second term, in monumental fashion, the likes of which we may never see again! From Dutton’s departure, to the sheer number of first-time-ever moments, to Admin 1’s adventures on the night, we look at everything that went right for Labor, to what went wrong for the Libs. We also take a look at the many surprises this election, as we farewell some of our former guests, and explore what the hell ...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 17
DON'T RISK DUTTON - Read the election facts from Australian Unions We have a surprise guest for this week, with Konrad from Punter’s Politics taking time out of his Melbourne Comedy Festival tour to chat all things election! We chat about the state of play, how Dutton has (so far) fumbled the bag, and whether this election is the last one where a hung parliament is possible! TAKE THE PUNTER'S POLITICS PERSONALITY QUIZ PUNTER'S POLITICS ON IG AUSTRALIAN UNIONS ON IG JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG Hosted ...
Apr 24, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 16
DON'T RISK DUTTON - Read the election facts from Australian Unions In our attempt to do the funniest thing ever, we welcomed independent candidate for Dickson, and Peter Dutton’s opponent Ellie Smith onto the podcast! We chat all things Queensland politics, Cyclone Alfred and the challenges of running against the top dog of the Liberal Party. We dive into why the Liberal Leader’s seat is so marginal, and how Ellie plans to pull off the campaign of a lifetime, by listening to voters that Peter Du...
Apr 17, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 15
DON'T RISK DUTTON - Read the election facts from Australian Unions Our third Federal MP to sit down with us, we chat with Zali Steggall MP OLY, the member for Warringah! While she built her reputation off her Olympic exploits, we put the spotlight on her political career, and ask “how did you do it”. We discuss her fresh take on independent politics, which not only ousted former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, but kicked off a new generation of independents in the Teal wave we see today, before talk...
Apr 09, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 13
DON'T RISK DUTTON - Read the election facts from Australian Unions It’s finally happening! Albo has called the election, and we are off to the Polls on the 3rd of May. Admins 1 and 2 give you the full rundown on the state of the election, our way too early predictions, and even a little budget talk in between. We talk about where it’ll be won and lost, and whether a majority parliament is even possible. AUSTRALIAN UNIONS ON IG AUSTRALIAN UNIONS ON TIKTOK AUSTRALIAN UNIONS ON FB JOIN THE ROLL UP ...
Apr 02, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 12
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! This week, we welcome well known astrophysicist and former The Bachelor star, Dr. Matt Agnew onto the podcast. We dive into his unconventional rise as a science communicator, using his reality TV platform as a force for good, bringing in themes of the rise of AI and social media algorithms in our lives, before exploring his passionate advocacy for positive, modern masculinity and his honest thoughts on nuclear energy in Australia. READ 'IS MY PHONE READING MY MIND?...
Mar 26, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 12
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In a first during Season 2, we are joined by Admin 2 in the Melbourne Studio! We unpack a rather uncalled for announcement from Matt Canavan, Peter Duttons amazing disappearing act in times of crisis, and whether he has fumbled the keys to the Lodge. We also go through his rather questionable policy choices, how it will affect the everyday person, not just in the public sector that may be culled, but by all of us, who end up using the fruits of their labour. JOIN T...
Mar 19, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 11
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In this captivating interview, Admin 1 sits down with Liam Bell, the frontman of Naarm/Melbourne's own Bogan Funk band Playlunch . We talk about the struggles of the gig economy and its perception in the media, as well as what more can be done to help such a huge industry during a cost of living crisis. We talk about the cancellation of multiple music festivals, the role social media plays for artists and the reality of the Australian live music scene. LISTEN TO BO...
Mar 12, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 10
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In our first ever interview with a party leader, we sit down with the leader of the Australian Greens, Adam Bandt! We speak to Adam about the upcoming federal election, navigating a minority parliament and answer YOUR questions. ADAM BANDT ON INSTAGRAM AUSTRALIAN GREENS ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 05, 2025•19 min•Season 2Ep. 9
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In our first ever interview with a party leader, we sit down with the leader of the Australian Greens, Adam Bandt! From being the first Greens MP elected to Australia’s lower house, to leading the most successful minor party in modern Australian political history, we talk to Adam about everything from the rise of the Greens to their recent struggles. We ask Adam some tough questions on the rise of Advance and populism, and talk about the place of parties like the G...
Feb 26, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 8
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! If they say a week is a long time in politics, then 6 of them is an eternity. Admins 1 and 2 take stock of the year that has been so far. We chat all things interest rates, what it’ll mean for the election, and unpack some very juicy polls that show we are almost certainly headed to a hung parliament, and whether we truly are looking at Dutton in the lodge. JOIN THE ROLL UP ON IG FOLLOW TPA ON TWITTER X FOLLOW TPA ON TIKTOK FOLLOW TPA ON FACEBOOK Hosted on Acast. S...
Feb 19, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 7
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! In our biggest episode yet, we talk with 2021 Australian of the Year and perennial “Woman of the Hour” of Australian Politics, Grace Tame. Not one to shy away from the spotlight, Grace sits down with Admins 1 and 2, where we discuss everything from the responsibility of being Australian of the Year, to *those* moments with Scott Morrison and Albo, to how she handles the heat from the media. GRACE TAME ON INSTAGRAM THE GRACE TAME FOUNDATION FOLLOW TPA headspace Nati...
Feb 12, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 6
START USING GROUND NEWS TODAY! Our second episode with a sitting member of Victorian Parliament, Admin 1 sits down with Legalise Cannabis Victoria MP Rachel Payne, to discuss all things upper house, the need for minor parties, and of course, the long journey towards Cannabis legalisation. Admin 1 asks your burning questions (pun intended), and also talks about why, no matter the issue, minor parties truly matter, in more ways than what many may think. RACHEL PAYNE WEBSITE RACHEL PAYNE ON INSTAGR...
Feb 05, 2025•39 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In a long-overdue episode, Admins 1 and 2 talk to the founder of online news outlet 6 News Australia, and journalism’s biggest rising star, Leonardo Puglisi. We talk about his rapid rise on social media and the challenges of running a major outlet while in high school, and the role of young people in shaping discussion, in a time when older, established media is seeing a decline. 6 NEWS AUSTRALIA WEBSITE 6 NEWS AUSTRALIA ON INSTAGRAM 6 NEWS AUSTRALIA ON TIKTOK LEO PUGLISI ON TWITTER X TPA ON INS...
Jan 22, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2025, we unpack the year that was, from elections to culture wars and everything in between. We preview the 2025 Federal and WA elections, where Labor couldn't face a more stark contrast in fortunes, and what Albo needs to do to steady the ship going into what could be the closest election in over a decade. The Admins dive into some of your questions about the year ahead, and most importantly, we digest THAT leaked video of Gina Rinehart. Hosted on Acast. ...
Jan 08, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In a long-overdue episode, Admin 1 sits down with Victorian Senator for the Animal Justice Party and friend of the page, Georgie Purcell. We talk everything, from what happens in the halls of parliament, to her unique journey into politics, to the less well-known effects of the cost-of-living crisis on animals. GEORGIE PURCELL ON INSTAGRAM TOILET PAPER AUS ON INSTAGRAM TOILET PAPER AUS ON TWITTER X TOILET PAPER AUS ON FACEBOOK TOILET PAPER AUS ON TIKTOK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Dec 11, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
