This episode explores Australia’s emerging economic recovery from a per capita recession under both the Morrison and Albanese governments, spotlighting improved interest rates, lower inflation, and rising employment and wages that bolster Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ positive narrative ahead of a potential federal election. The show then shifts to international affairs, examining Donald Trump’s Oval Office encounter with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Vice President JD Vance’s controversial ...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we question whether Australia should remain aligned with an increasingly unpredictable United States and explore how this sudden shift in American foreign policy, after years of condemning Russian aggression, is forcing Australia to reconsider its security ties under ANZUS and the AUKUS agreement. We also explore the domestic fallout from AUKUS, including the lack of public transparency and the precedent of spending billions on cancelled defence deals and examine the media’s ove...
Feb 28, 2025•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we examine the influence of Zionist groups in Australian media and politics, exposing how News Corporation and right-wing activists manipulate public sentiment and suppress criticism of Israel. A failed Daily Telegraph stunt at Cairo Takeaway in Sydney reveals the media’s role in fueling Islamophobia. We also discuss the suppression of pro-Palestinian voices in academia, the arts, and politics, and the broader threat to democracy. We then analyse the Reserve Bank’s interest rate...
Feb 21, 2025•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode examines Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s phone call to President Donald Trump over looming US steel and aluminium tariffs, the AUKUS agreement and its US$500 million payment, and the potential political fallout ahead of the federal election. It also explores the Closing the Gap report and the need for structural reform on Indigenous issues, the failed 2023 referendum, Victoria’s by-elections, and how the rise of independents might reshape the electoral landscape – culminating in a...
Feb 14, 2025•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast We examine the return of Parliament in 2025, the government’s shelving of the Environmental Protection Agency, and stalled gambling advertising legislation that may never advance. There’s a lot of announcements but drawing parallels to Morrison-era inertia, we question whether the government is stuck rehashing old plans rather than delivering genuine reform, highlighting stalled measures like truth in advertising legislation. We then explore the Liberal Party’s push to revive business lunch tax ...
Feb 07, 2025•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this first New Politics podcast episode of 2025, we examine conservative calls to celebrate Australia Day (Invasion Day) despite widespread ambivalence, Sussan Ley’s bizarre comparison of the First Fleet to an Elon Musk Mars mission, and highlight Grace Tame’s “Fuck Murdoch” T-shirt controversy. We also look at the start of Donald Trump’s second term – marked by grandiose threats to seize the Panama Canal, claim Greenland, and renaming the Gulf of Mexico – as well as the Albanese government’s...
Jan 31, 2025•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of New Politics, we explore the key issues that will shape Australia’s 2025 federal election, from economic challenges and leadership struggles to the growing influence of independents. As Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton prepare for a high-stakes battle, we analyse their strategies, the shifting political landscape, and what it all means for the nation’s future. #auspol Support New Politics: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics Substack: https://newpolitics.substack.com...
Dec 20, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we explore the key issues that shaped Australian federal politics throughout 2024, examining the highs and lows, the moments that truly mattered, and those that didn’t. The state of the economy, the role of the media, the ongoing housing crisis, the conflict in Palestine, Indigenous affairs, and the performances of political leaders Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton. Join us for a comprehensive analysis of the events and decisions that defined the year in Australian politics. #a...
Dec 13, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we explore the media's exaggerated reports of a rift between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek—a conflict that appears more fiction than fact that was triggered by yet another failed approach to the environment. We look at the Australian Greens' proposal for a progressive alliance with the Labor Party, a move that has sparked dissatisfaction within Labor ranks. Meanwhile, the Liberal Party's efforts to win back voters from the teal independ...
Dec 06, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast We explore whether the Australian Greens have learned some tough political lessons on housing policy, reflect on the conclusion of the federal parliamentary year with many critical issues still unresolved, and look at the International Criminal Court’s pursuit of accountability for Israel’s war crimes in Palestine. #auspol Support New Politics: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics Substack: https://newpolitics.substack.com Song listing: ‘Good Stuff’, The B-52s. ‘Whisper’, Coldplay. ‘Humi...
Nov 29, 2024•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 qu...
Nov 22, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 #NoA...
Nov 15, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. #ausp...
Nov 08, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Po...
Nov 01, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Par...
Oct 25, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Oct 18, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 su...
Oct 11, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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: ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Fur...
Oct 04, 2024•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Interest rates are on hold, but the Australian Greens are calling on the government to take control of the Reserve Bank. Meanwhile, questions arise about potential changes to negative gearing, while Peter Dutton's nuclear fantasy roadshow continues to unfold. At the same time, the world is paying the price for failing to hold the Israeli government accountable. #auspol Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics Song listing: ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five....
Sep 27, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast The reforms to aged care, seemingly pulled straight from the neoliberal playbook, are based on a user-pay mentality, and it’s no wonder they’re supported by the Liberal Party. So why are they supported by the Labor government? Meanwhile, a significant clash has been reignited over housing policy between the government and the Australian Greens, which has also triggered speculation about a double-dissolution election. And why is Australia’s ABC so intent on promoting Donald Trump in the US electi...
Sep 20, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we discuss Bill Shorten’s departure from politics and the legacy he leaves behind, the proposed reforms to the Reserve Bank Board and yet another failure of bipartisanship, the protests against weapons exports in Melbourne, and the politics of mining and live sheep exports in the lead-up to the next federal election. #auspol Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics Song listing: ‘Loose Fit’, Happy Mondays. ‘Wild’, Spoon. ‘The Last Goodbye’, Odesza. ‘Praise You’,...
Sep 13, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast We explore the rising demands for a super-profits tax and a wealth tax – bring it on! – and question why the government continues to negotiate environmental policies with the Liberal Party, Australia’s notorious environmental vandals. We also look at the latest developments in housing policy, as political players position themselves for the upcoming federal election. #auspol Support New Politics: https://www.patreon.com/newpolitics Song listing: ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious...
Sep 06, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we explore the implications of the Country Liberal Party's recent victory in the Northern Territory and whether there are lessons for the federal government to heed. We also discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's declining popularity in the polls – could it be due to his government’s shift to the right rather than the left? Plus, we question whether the opinions of Gina Rinehart and other super-wealthy individuals should really hold as much weight in public discourse. #auspol...
Aug 30, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In today's episode of New Politics, we ask the question: is Peter Dutton a racist or not? We put this claim to the test. Plus, we'll explore the Liberal Party's recent debacle in the NSW local council elections – what does their performance say about their competence? And we look at the art of compromise and negotiation: why is a Labor government striking deals with the Coalition on key legislation when they could be collaborating with the Australian Greens and independents? Also, Linda Burney s...
Aug 23, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we explore the AUKUS deal, surely one of worst deals in Australian history, the government's support for the media's reliance on gambling revenue for survival, the ongoing search for accountability for the Robodebt disaster, the reasons behind Labor's persistent silence on the genocide in Gaza, and a dissection of the latest opinion polls. Song listing: ‘The Message’, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. ‘The Hard Road’, Hilltop Hoods. ‘Bonnie And Clyde’ (French Accent Remix)...
Aug 16, 2024•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is the Makarrata Commission fading away, or is Anthony Albanese dodging past failures and facing up to political realities? As the terror threat level rises, are we facing real danger or is it more of the same political machinations that were played out by the Coalition? We also look the latest on interest rates and how this will frame the next federal election, government’s inaction on gambling advertising, and the drama surrounding the Linda Reynolds defamation case – is it malice, vindictiven...
Aug 09, 2024•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast The cabinet reshuffle and what this means for the next election, the problems with the lack of action from the National Anti-Corruption Commission continue – is it time for Barnaby Joyce to leave politics for good? (Yes, of course it is) and a real-life episode of Succession could spell the end of News Corporation as we know it. Song listing: ‘Confessions Of A Window Cleaner’, Ed Keupper. ‘Effloresce And Deliquesce’, The Chills. ‘Wherever We Go’, Vera Blue. ‘Praise You’, Fat Boy Slim....
Aug 02, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Deep-fakes and AI are making an entrance into Australian politics, and there's a Cabinet reshuffle on the horizon. The International Court of Justice has ruled that the occupation by a certain country in the Middle East is illegal, prompting questions about how the federal government will respond. And why is the Australian media is so obsessed with American politics? Song listing: ‘Gangnam Style’, PSY. ‘Dātura’, Tori Amos. ‘Trouble’, SATV Music. ‘Won’t Get Fooled Again’, The Who....
Jul 26, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's episode of New Politics, we analyse the attempted assassination of US presidential candidate Donald Trump. This surreal event, with a lone shooter on a rooftop at a Trump rally, has sparked a whirlwind of conspiracy theories and highlighted significant lapses in Secret Service protocols. We discuss the political fallout, including Trump's dramatic appearance at the Republican Convention with a conspicuous bandage, and draw comparisons to historical events like the Reichstag fire o...
Jul 19, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on New Politics – one of the best podcasts on Australian politics – we look at the troubling rise of Islamophobia in Australian media, sparked by opposition leader Peter Dutton's comments linking minority government, the teals, Australian Greens, and Muslims. Following Senator Fatima Payman's resignation from the Labor Party to sit as an independent, mainstream media outlets including Seven West Media, Nine Media, Network 10, and ABC have engaged in thinly veiled racist analysis, while...
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