Deep-fakes, a Cabinet reshuffle, the ICJ ruling and Australia’s media obsession with US politics

Welcome to the lastest episode of New Politics, one of the best Australian politics podcast, providing in-depth analysis and updates...

Trump chaos and controversy in US politics and beyond

In this week's episode of New Politics – one of the best podcasts on Australian politics – we analyse the...

Religion in politics: should we be wary or accept its influence?

The emergence of the Muslim Vote group in Australia signifies a new dynamic in the political landscape. Unlike a traditional political party, this group...

Islamophobia, the last refuge of the scoundrel

This week on New Politics – one of the best podcasts on Australian politics – we look at the troubling...

The battle for the heart and soul of Labor: from local tensions to global trends

Welcome to New Politics, as we unravel the intricate nature of global and national politics, reflecting on how the past...

Australian Politics Spotlight – Julian Assange’s Freedom, Nuclear Debate, and Governor-General Payrise

In this episode of New Politics, we delve into the latest developments in Australian politics, featuring key topics like Julian...

The nuclear mirage and Dutton’s losing climate gamble

In this week’s episode of News Politics, we look at the latest escalation in the climate wars – the latest...

The failure of NACC and the return of the climate wars

In this episode of New Politics, we explore the troubling decision by the National Anti-Corruption Commission to not pursue investigations...

The failure of Frydenberg, Shorten’s expensive speechwriting and what’s behind Nature Positive?

In this episode of New Politics, we explore the reasons behind the significant stir within the conservative mainstream media sparked...

Labor’s crafty offer for a second term and News Corp in a Tingle

In this week’s episode of New Politics, we explore the recent parliamentary session where the Prime Minister informed the Labor...

Israel becoming increasingly isolation over the genocide in Gaza

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defense minister, and the leadership of Hamas, on the...

The battle over nuclear and immigration, free Assange now and the ICC case against Israel

In this episode of New Politics, we analyse the latest events in Australian politics, global diplomacy, and the intersection of...

The big 2024 Budget analysis, gaslighting gas and a whistleblower goes to jail

In this episode of New Politics, we provide an alternative assessment of the 2024 Budget, exploring its reception across various...

The voices of the Palestine protests and the continuing pre-Budget speculation

In this in-depth episode of New Politics, we take a closer look at a series of significant events impacting global...

Why is ending domestic violence so difficult? It’s a question men still can’t answer

In this episode of New Politics, we explore the eternal issue of domestic violence in Australia, exploring the recent headlines...

Australia’s economic resurgence, a war on Twitter/X and the hexed HECS educational challenge

In this episode of New Politics, we explore Australia’s remarkable economic ascent, now ranking second among G20 nations, a significant leap from its previous positions. We explore the...

A tragedy in the east, and unpacking a week of global tensions and domestic drama

In a deeply impactful week, the latest episode of New Politics discusses the broad range of events that have not only shaken local communities but also stirred international...

Lost in the supermarkets, the housing crisis, factchecking the IPA and the war against the new Governor-General

In this new episode of New Politics, we explore the pressing concerns impacting Australians today. Starting with the grocery and supermarkets sector, we analyse the interim report from...

A new crisis in Gaza, fair politics, immigration law and Liberal’s preselection fail

In this episode of New Politics, we explore a series of pressing global and domestic issues that have unfolded recently. We start with a development in Gaza, where...

Sweeping campaign and donation reforms needed for democratic renewal

In recent years, the discourse surrounding political campaign and donation reform in Australia has reached a tipping point and it’s clear to most people that change is needed....

Religious discrimination, donations reforms, the Liberal man problem, Tasmania election

In this episode, we explore the controversial return of the Religious Discrimination Bill to federal parliament. Once thought to be a relic of the Scott Morrison era, the...

The great Australian silence in Gaza

In his address at the National Press Club last week, Yanis Varoufakis, the former Greek finance minister and renowned economist, took a firm stance on the ongoing crisis...

A new economic future, Australia needs independence, AUKUS disaster and the future of aged care

In this thought-provoking episode, we look at the recent political and economic developments impacting Australia and the world, starting off with the influence of world-renowned economic thinkers Mariana...

A Labor win and a Liberal loss, nuclear division, ASIO powerplay and will the ABC survive?

The best analysis of all the latest events in federal politics, from one of Australia’s top ten podcasts on politics and news commentary: another fascinating episode.

Reforming education, Dunkley, and reflections on the Morrison disaster

In this episode, we explore the latest developments in Australian politics, from ambitious education reforms to the end of an era in disastrous Liberal Party leadership.

The mindless narrative on asylum seekers, the car and ute tax cosplay and the one-sided media on Gaza

In this episode, we go into the heart of current political storm surrounding asylum seekers and border protection, and how these issues are so divisive in Australia’s political...

Scandals, a right to disconnect, Assange and the last Liberal in the village

In this episode of New Politics, we look at the big week in Canberra, highlighting the continuing issues that have dominated the headlines and the halls of Parliament.

Navigating the week in Australian politics: Thug Dutton and opinion polls

In this episode of New Politics, we look at all the big issues in federal politics as Parliament reconvenes for 2024. And it was a dynamic way to...

Labor finds some Stage 3 courage and the end of Scott Morrison

In our first episode for 2024, we delve into the recent adjustments made by the Labor government to the Stage 3 tax cuts, initially legislated by the Coalition...
Rising Phoenix, Falling Shadows

Rising Phoenix, Falling Shadows

Rising Phoenix, Falling Shadows: The year in Australian politicsEddy Jokovich and David Lewis, 466 pages. Released January 2024Our recommended price...