Best Australian Politics Podcasts (2024)

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Credlin | 3 December 48:39

1h ago48:39

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Donald Trump issues a stern warning to Hamas to release the hostages, Victoria is ranked as the worst state for business in the country, and Chris Uhlmann on the shocking number of Australians struggling to pay their power bills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Simon Birmingham on Liberal moderates, regrets, and Donald Trump 37:36

2h ago37:36

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Lukas Coch/AAP Opposition Senate leader and former senior minister in the Coalition government Simon Birmingham has announced he will quit parliament at the election. Birmingham, one of the few remaining moderates in the Liberals’ ranks, is shadow foreign minister. Now , aged 50, he’s defecting to a (yet to be announced) commercial job. He joins th…

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Credlin | 2 December 50:37

1h ago50:37

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A major pub chain is forced to apologise after banning Australia Day celebrations, and Joe Biden's shock decision to pardon his son Hunter. Plus, former Labor strategist Kos Samaras on what he’ll be looking for at the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 1 December 1:41:38

2h ago1:41:38

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Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe disrupts chamber after suspension, Labor ramps up nuclear scare campaign. Plus, Minister for Climate Change and Energy of Australia Chris Bowen puts the country in a vulnerable position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 374: Dirty Bomb At The 2032 Olympics 1:01:51

3h ago1:01:51

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Lucy, Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: An RV packed with friends, sitting on the toilet all the way to Paris, a teachable moment at the Montessori school, and an incredible encounter with a Sasquatch having its own incredible encounter.***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BoontaVista***Emai…

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Chris Bowen on Cop29, reducing emissions and rolling out renewables 42:19

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Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the federal minister for climate change and energy, Chris Bowen. They discuss the wins and losses from the recent Cop29 climate conference in Baku, the pace of the transition to renewables and whether Australia needs to brace for blackouts over summer…

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Climate Change Authority head Matt Kean says ‘put more solar panels on commercial rooftops’ 24:58

14h ago24:58

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STEVEN MARKHAM Steven Markham/AAP The just-ended COP-29 in Baku, and the election of Donald Trump, have put the global response to climate change in the spotlight. Meanwhile back home, Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen this week reported Australia is on track to meet its 2030 target to reduce emissions as part of the Paris Climate Agreement. But …

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Will a social media ban actually work? 14:00

25m ago14:00

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In a mammoth final sitting day for the year, the Albanese Government managed to rush 31 bills through the Senate — including key policy measures on housing, migration, and social media reform. But how is Australia's "world leading" social media ban for under 16s being received and can it actually be enforced? Patricia Karvelas and Mel Clarke break …

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Credlin | 28 November 50:55

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Chris Bowen continues to push unreliable renewables amid blackout warnings, Lidia Thorpe causes trouble in Parliament despite her suspension. Plus, Michael Shoebridge discusses renewed calls to review the Port of Darwin lease to a Chinese firm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Thorpe stares down Senate suspension 31:00

1h ago31:00

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Senator Lidia Thorpe has interrupted Senate proceedings, after being suspended for throwing paper at One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson — a move she says she would "do it all over again." It comes as the Albanese Government tries to pass a whopping 36-bills in the final sitting day of the year. But key electoral reform, nature positive and gambling …

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Credlin | 27 November 49:49

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Lidia Thorpe suspended from the Senate following a shocking outburst, and NSW residents advised to conserve power amid blackout fears. Plus, the latest inflation figures are bad news for anyone hoping for a rate cut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Episode 168 "These Days" (feat Nick Carr) 45:41

13m ago45:41

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00:01:45 Greens wave ALP's housing plan through 00:18:47 Rising Tide protest at Newcastle 00:23:27 Australia Vs Humanity - LNP promises not to arrest war criminals with warrants out from ICCBy Jeremy Sear-Pirko

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Perception and judgement 44:17

7d ago44:17

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Mark Kenny and Marija Taflaga discuss the final sitting week of 2024, what drives political deal making and how politicians interpret public opinion. With the last sitting week upon us, how long until an election is on the horizon? What do the politics behind the Greens’ shift to back Labor’s housing policy say about the current political climate? …

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Credlin | 26 November 50:51

2h ago50:51

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NSW scraps all unpaid COVID-19 fines and vows to provide refunds for thousands, and the trade wars heat up as Donald Trump announces new tariffs on China. Plus, Tony Abbott discusses Labor’s weakness on Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Credlin | 25 November 50:27

2h ago50:27

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Cultural heritage laws face growing scrutiny as Australians are locked out of public land, and is the controversial misinformation bill dead or deferred? Plus, Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley on Labor’s net zero agenda secrecy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 24 November 1:43:13

1h ago1:43:13

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Australian living standards plummet under the Labor government, the ICC issues arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, Michael Shellenberger on the global censorship push. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 373: Live Scared And Die Alone 1:02:21

4h ago1:02:21

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Lucy, Andrew, and Ben bring you: Turning an industrial accident into a failed assassination attempt, a good-natured Minnesotan child with the gift of prophecy, and a visit from one of Hollywood's most recognisable faces.***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BoontaVista***Email the show at ma…

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Amanda Rishworth on tackling gender-based violence 37:05

6d ago37:05

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This Monday marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the social services minister, Amanda Rishworth, about battling online misogynists, and stopping the welfare system empowering angry exesBy The Guardian

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Mike Baird on polarisation and leadership 19:00

1h ago19:00

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As governments grapple with social cohesion, what impact is polarisation and partisanship having on on the community — and what qualities do voters actually want to see in political leaders? Mike Baird, Former Premier of NSW and CEO of the Susan McKinnon Foundation joins Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. Got a burning question? Got a burning pol…

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Katy Faust, Author and Children’s Rights Activist 1:13:11

3d ago1:13:11

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In a world where children are too often cast as props in adult narratives, this episode unveils the urgent need to place their rights and well-being at the heart of every cultural, economic, and political decision. From the erosion of masculinity and femininity to the silent crisis of family breakdown, Katy Faust joins John to explore how modern id…

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Credlin | 21 November 49:38

11d ago49:38

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Labor’s shocking decision to gamble the nation’s Future Fund on their own projects, and defence personnel call out the leadership failures of commanders. Plus, Jacinta Nampijinpa Price discusses Victoria’s treaty negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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A 'messy week' in parliament 29:00

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As the Albanese Government tries to ram its jam-packed agenda through parliament, speculation is mounting it could be the final sitting fortnight not just of the year — but before the election. It comes as Peter Dutton is squaring up for a fight on migration, refusing to support Labor's proposed international student caps, which he's labelled "a do…

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Episode 167 "Not Going Anywhere (feat Nick Carr)" 1:00:08

2h ago1:00:08

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00:01:56 #worldisfukt - Trump - Nazis - local attempts to seize on it 00:31:52 Rigging the Game 00:32:24 A foolproof plan to keep 15 year olds from social media 00:33:04 20% HECS discount bribe by idiots who don't know how to bribe voters effectively 00:50:46 Australia & NZ vs humanity - Haka vs anti-Treaty MPs in NZ; Sneaky senators vs Lidia Thorp…

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Credlin | 20 November 49:42

2h ago49:42

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The Treasurer's economic statement adds to the growing speculation of an early election. Plus, free speech advocate Michael Shellenberger discusses the dangers of the government's misinformation laws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Special Minister of State Don Farrell on getting ‘big money’ out of elections 27:01

1d ago27:01

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Mick Tsikas/AAP The government says it will take “big money” out of election campaigns – or, more realistically, curb it – with its legislation imposing donation and spending caps and real-time disclosure. But crossbenchers and other critics are up in arms, about the effect on small players and the fact the package is being rushed through parliamen…

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Guardian Essential report: Australians worry about the climate crisis and the economy as Trump returns 27:33

4h ago27:33

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Guardian Australia chief political correspondent, Paul Karp, and Essential Media executive director, Peter Lewis, talk about what Australians think about Donald Trump’s election winBy The Guardian

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Big money, big influence, big parties 53:48

6d ago53:48

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Independent MPs Kate Chaney and Zali Steggall join Democracy Sausage to talk campaign finance reform and how it impacts your choice at the ballot box. Will Labor’s election finance reform bill strengthen democracy or give major parties an unfair head start? What do the details of the bill look like? And what does this tell us about major parties an…

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Credlin | 19 November 51:46

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International student caps are shaping up to be an election issue, and a few stern words from the Prime Minister during his meeting with Xi Jinping. Plus, Ted O’Brien on Labor’s latest reasons for opposing nuclear power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Credlin | 18 November 50:05

2h ago50:05

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The Coalition pursues Labor over secret climate targets, Treasury proposes to protect rural bank branches, and Dan Tehan on why the Coalition is opposing international student cap legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 17 November 1:43:58

2d ago1:43:58

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The panel dissect Trump's new team already creating controversy, Labor's green grid expected to cost much more than excepted. Plus, will the Prime Minister keep Aussies safe from harmful misinformation and disinformation on social media? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 372: The Pisspig's Dilemma 1:01:59

10d ago1:01:59

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Lucy, Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: Getting the band back together to tackle the big issues, making alrightish money from a large scale criminal enterprise, and the Clipping Report.***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BoontaVista***Email the show at mailbag@boontavista.com! Call in and l…

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Clare O’Neil on Labor’s plan to fix the housing crisis 30:45

3d ago30:45

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Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the federal housing and homelessness minister, Clare O’Neil. They discuss whether a double dissolution is on the horizon, the role housing will play in the upcoming federal election campaign and how the housing crisis is more than just a problem of economics…

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Credlin | 14 November 49:53

5d ago49:53

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The Communications Minister struggles to explain Labor’s misinformation bill, and a commuter takes a stand against extinction rebellion activists. Plus, one of Donald Trump’s new appointments causes drama within the Republican ranks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: shadow communications minister David Coleman says misinformation legislation ‘one of the worst bills ever’ 23:39

4h ago23:39

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Mick Tsikas/AAP The government has embarked on a raft of new online safety measures aimed at protecting Australians from the excesses of misinformation and social harm online. However, these policies have been met with backlash. Experts criticise the plan to enforce an age limit of 16 on social media access. Both the federal opposition and several …

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Is Peter Dutton going 'full Trump'? 35:21

4h ago35:21

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A week on from Donald Trump's US election victory, remnants of his strategy seem to be trickling into the Opposition Leader's campaign. It comes as questions mount about Kevin Rudd's ambassadorship after a senior Trump aide made headlines with a GIF.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Credlin | 13 November 49:28

21h ago49:28

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The pressure is piling up on Kevin Rudd to resign as Australian Ambassador to the US, state governments across the country facing an uphill battle against youth crime, and global warming zealots' hypocrisy on full display yet again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Throwing in the Trump wild card 55:53

7d ago55:53

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Marija Taflaga and Elise Stephenson return to Democracy Sausage to discuss the ripple effects of a new Trump era. What influenced Trump’s decisive win in the US presidential election? Does this signal another global shift toward populist, strongman leaders? And what will this mean for the upcoming election in Australia? On this episode of Democracy…

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Credlin | 12 November 49:23

14d ago49:23

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Anger mounts as Victorians are locked out of state parks, and Donald Trump gets to work making key appointments for his administration. Plus, Chris Uhlmann on the Queensland government’s review of the PsiQuantum deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Credlin | 11 November 50:35

10d ago50:35

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More pain for Labor as the Coalition’s primary vote hits 40 per cent in the latest Newspoll, and a stunning revelation about the government’s social media ban. Plus, David Adler on the death threats sent to the Australian Jewish Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 10 November 1:42:24

4d ago1:42:24

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Kevin Rudd urged to resign as Ambassador of Australia to the United States, the United Kingdom scrambles to repair US relationship, Israeli soccer fans attacked in Amsterdam. Plus, a look into the next four years under Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 371: Professor Fantabulosum's Marvelous Inventatorium 1:12:57

4d ago1:12:57

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Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: Choosing the right tiger to bring to your college football game, and a dive into the extremely cool world of the OneWheel electric skateboard.By Boonta Vista

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Arthur Sinodinos on what Trump keeping his promises means for Australia 43:43

6d ago43:43

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Guardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with Arthur Sinodinos AO, former ambassador to the US, chair of the Australia Practice at the Asia Group, as well as a former Liberal senator and adviser to John Howard. They talk about why Americans voted as they did, what the outcome means for Australia’s upcoming election, and how big …

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Credlin | 7 November 51:29

7d ago51:29

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The geopolitical implications of a second Donald Trump presidency, and community safety concerns after the High Court quashes Labor’s ankle bracelet and curfew regime for foreign criminals. Plus, Joe Hockey on what’s next for the out of touch Democrats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Victor Davis Hanson, Historian, Commentator and Author 1:10:58

7d ago1:10:58

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Victor Davis Hanson joins John after President-elect Trump’s victory to explore why his direct style resonated with middle America. Hanson examines the economic and social factors driving Trump’s appeal, from rising inflation and border insecurity, to the sense of exclusion felt by many Americans. This interview highlights the stark divide between …

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What a Trump Presidency means for Australia 38:00

26d ago38:00

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US election. But where did Kamala Harris' campaign go wrong - and what what will Trump's return to the White House mean for Australia? And under the shadow of the US election, the Prime Minister seemingly soft launched Labor's election campaign. Pledging to wipe 20…

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BONUS PREVIEW: A Vector For Uncle Swaps 2:19

7d ago2:19

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A shocking discovery about what's happening in cruise ship hot tubs surprises absolutely no one. Hear this and nearly 400 other bonus episodes for the price of a beer a month at patreon.com/BoontaVistaBy Boonta Vista

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Credlin | 6 November 30:48

10d ago30:48

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Donald Trump pulls off a historic US election victory. Analysis from Trump HQ with Peter Stefanovic, and Annelise Nielsen and Paul Murray join the program from Washington DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Independent Helen Haines says the NACC has had ‘disappointing start’, and the government is pork barrelling 24:48

8d ago24:48

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Lukas Coch/AAP Trust in politicians is at an all-time low, not only in Australia but across the world. Now more than ever, people are demanding a higher standard for our elected officials. The row over flight upgrades and the Qantas lounge has reinforced distrust. So has the strong criticism of the head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, P…

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Is Trump winning the US election? 23:00

8d ago23:00

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While there's a long way to go, early US election results show Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump appears to have the lead over Democrat Presidential candidate Kamala Harris in the Electoral College count. Trump has won the battleground swing state of North Carolina, while other swing states are leaning Republican. So, what emerging trend…

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Episode 166 "Your Berries Are Safe" (feat Nick Carr) 53:16

9d ago53:16

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04:23 Permission to be awful 09:03 Monkey Brains 22:20 The Right Wing Monkey Brain Cycle 27:14 ALP's HECS offer - but not now, silly, only if you re-elect us 37:23 Fed Covid-19 inquiry 37:56 A left-wing cycle 46:59 The golden ruleBy Jeremy Sear-Pirko and Nick Carr

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