Podcast appearances and mentions of Greg Sheridan

Peta reveals push polling happening in the seat of Kooyong, GPs raise concerns with Labor’s Medicare plan. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the war of wars over Russia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Signs the campaign is starting to get to the PM as he loses his cool with journalists, polling suggests Chris Bowen is at risk of losing his seat. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Donald Trump’s tariff backflip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Dutton vows to stand up to Donald Trump, the Victorian premier fails to join the PM on the campaign trail. Plus, Greg Sheridan on what to expect from Trump’s latest tariffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peta’s investigation into the reckless renewables rollout exposes allegations of bullying. Fears foreign actors may have been involved in recent antisemitic attacks. Plus, Greg Sheridan discusses Donald Trump’s return to the White House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prime minister is accused of weakness over his response to racial hate, and a landmark report finds de-radicalisation programs are failing to change behaviour. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Donald Trump's impact on the potential Gaza ceasefire deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics:Fake Crime Wave.In episode 449 of the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove podcast, the hosts—Trevor (the Iron Fist), Scott (the Velvet Glove), and Joe—discuss the recent Queensland election results, examining the implications for both state and federal politics. They delve into factors affecting the election, such as youth crime and abortion debates, and scrutinize the performances of key political figures. The episode also features a critical analysis of external threats posed by authoritarian regimes as presented in an article by Greg Sheridan. The conversation touches on various aspects of political bias, cultural dynamics, and institutional efficacy, providing a nuanced perspective on contemporary political challenges and the media's role in shaping public perception.00:00 Introduction to the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove00:39 Panel Introductions and Election Overview01:53 Queensland Election Results and Analysis04:29 Youth Crime Debate and Abortion Issues13:01 Media Influence and Public Perception19:49 Labor's Response and Political Strategy30:17 Abortion Debate on the National Stage46:03 International Politics and Social Interactions53:18 Debating Government Intentions53:48 The October 7th Incident54:22 Questioning Propaganda59:43 Lydia Thorpe's Protest01:01:14 Albanese and Qantas Controversy01:05:45 Newspaper Endorsements and Bias01:11:47 Greg Sheridan's Article Critique01:46:44 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpTo financially support the Podcast you can make:a per-episode donation via Patreon or one-off donation via credit card; orone-off or regular donations via Paypal orif you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis. We Livestream every Monday night at 8:00 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook or YouTube. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room.You can sign up for our newsletter, which links to articles that Trevor has highlighted as potentially interesting and that may be discussed on the podcast. You will get 3 emails per week.We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.auYou can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.auYou can send us a voicemail message at SpeakpipeWe have a sister podcast called IFVG Evergreen. It is a collection of evergreen content from the weekly podcast. Transcripts started in episode 324. You can use this link to search our transcripts. Type "iron fist velvet glove" into the search directory, click on our podcast and then do a word search. It even has a player which will play the...

The fallout from the government inquiry into the pandemic response, and the latest on the Prime Minister's airline upgrades scandal. Plus, Greg Sheridan on US President Joe Biden referring to Trump supporters as garbage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early exit polls suggest Queensland Labor is heading for an electoral wipeout, and the fallout from the PM's $4.3m home purchase continues. Plus, Greg Sheridan discusses Kevin Rudd's new book on Xi Jinping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Small business insolvencies hit record levels, and a UN expert demands female-only sports be protected. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the PM's attempt to have it both ways on Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW cracks down on anti-Israel protests planned for October 7, an analysis of the US vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the major war escalation in the Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of CFMEU and supporting union workers take to the streets despite Labor's crackdown, day three of Moira Deeming's defamation trial focuses on who turned up at the women's rights rally. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the deadly Hezbollah pager explosions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Sheridan from The Australian joined Peter Gleeson on 4BC Drive to analyse the political fallout from the US Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanya Plibersek faces pressure over another Indigenous heritage claim, Peter Dutton gets to work reforming the NSW Liberals. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the lack of scrutiny Kamala Harris has experienced during her campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The revelation that ASIO's ability to protect the community is at risk due to stretched resources, a former NSW premier's vaccine mandate u-turn. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the rising tensions in the Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Bolt is back with his bold commentary and sharp analysis. Greg Sheridan reacts to Joe Biden's horror debate performance. Plus, a preview of this week's UK election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 After a ‘demented vs deranged' presidential debate, we size up the possible replacements for Joe Biden with foreign editor Greg Sheridan.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular producer is Kristen Amiet and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Sheridan, the Foreign Editor for The Australian, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss the bizarre US Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM is accused of weak leadership over his response to Senator Fatima Payman defying the party, Greg Sheridan on the release of Julian Assange. Plus, Tony Abbott on Labor's self-inflicted energy crisis.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Sheridan is Senior Registry Digital Manager at the University of the West of Scotland. In this episode, Greg shares his experience of the cyber attack on his institution in July 2023. He explores both the rapid and longer-term change that he needed to progress to build back better the student record system, and how that process was as much about people, mindsets and decision-making, as it was about the system.   This podcast mini-series is kindly sponsored by Ellucian. Ellucian combines higher education expertise, focused innovation and deep partnership to help institutions navigate transformation. Unlock success with the complete, integrated Ellucian SaaSPlatform connecting people, processes and applications across your institution.

State premiers line up to reject Peter Dutton's proposal of seven nuclear power stations, pro-Palestine vandals attack Labor MP Josh Burns' office. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Vladimir Putin's first visit to North Korea in 25 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate wars look set to dominate the next federal election campaigns, Greg Sheridan on the looming visit of the Chinese premier. Plus, Liberal Senator Michaelia Cash on the Victorian CFMEU boss' threats to the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Victorian premier Jeff Kennett joins to discuss Daniel Andrews receiving the King's Birthday honour, The Australian's Greg Sheridan on the growing threat to Christianity. Plus, how David Cameron is targeting Tory voters in Australia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another inflation rise dashes hopes of a rate cut, the connection between Andrew Giles' Direction 99 and the NZ Ardern government. Plus, Greg Sheridan on revelations about over 1,200 Chinese spies in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch this message on our Calvary Church YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1qZX_tx4Kc    Message notes are also available on the YouVerison Bible App: https://www.bible.com/events/49257668   HOW JESUS MADE A BETTER WORLD FOR WOMEN It's common for people today to assume that religion in general, and Christianity in particular, restricts and represses women. In reality, nothing and no one has done more to advance the equality and dignity of women than the Bible, and the life and teaching of Jesus.   History shows us that gender equality hasn't always been high on humanity's radar. So how did we come to assume that everyone, particularly the genders are equal? Biologically speaking, men and women are not equal in structure. Men are almost always physically stronger, so on what grounds do we say women are equal to men?   Tom Holland in “Dominion” That every human being possessed an equal dignity was not remotely a self-evident truth. A Roman would have laughed at it … The origins of this principle . . . lay not in the French Revolution, nor in the Declaration of Independence, nor in the Enlightenment, but in the Bible.   From the very first page, the Bible upholds the dignity and value of men and women.   Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.   God's creation ideal is unmistakably clear, that women possess the same inherent value. Both are image bearers of God and are representations of God's own nature.   Genesis 1:27 explains why the book of Exodus commands honour be given to both mother and father (Exodus 20:12).   In the ancient world, it was typical that prophets would speak only to kings and adult males. But when Moses, the first prophet, assembles the people on Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim in Deuteronomy 27-28, and reads them a list of blessings for faithfulness and curses for disobedience, he includes women, children and foreigners also.   Deuteronomy 29:10–12 “You are standing today, all of you, before the LORD your God: the heads of your tribes, your elders, and your officers, all the men of Israel, your little ones, your wives, and the sojourner who is in your camp, from the one who chops your wood to the one who draws your water, so that you may enter into the sworn covenant of the LORD your God, which the LORD your God is making with you today…”   For thousands of years the Bible has honoured women with a variety of significant roles. Old Testament examples include Esther, Ruth and Deborah.   If you were to read the accounts of Jesus' life, through first century eyes, you'd be shocked at how Jesus' treated women.   Rodney Stark in “The Rise of Christianity” “… women were in relative short supply owing to female infanticide, practiced by all classes, and to the additional deaths caused by abortion. The status of women was very low. Girls received little or no education [and] were married at puberty and often before. Under Athenian law a woman was classified as a child, regardless of age, and therefore was the legal property of some man at all stages of her life. Males could divorce by simply ordering a wife out of the household.”   At a time when most men viewed women as inferior and weak, Jesus was revolutionary in the value he placed upon women.   · His longest recorded conversation with any individual was with a Samaritan woman of ill repute (John 4:7-30).   · Dining at a Pharisee's house, he allowed a “sinful woman” to gate-crash, and she preceded to anoint his feet with perfume and wipe them with her hair. When the host objected, Jesus used the opportunity to commend and defend the woman and rebuke the Pharisee who'd dismissed her.   · Jesus taught women, in a culture where most went uneducated.     · When Jesus was met by a woman with a bleeding disorder, He was tender with her, calling her “daughter,” (Matt 9:22; Mark 5:34; Luke 8:48)   · To another woman who'd suffered with a debilitating back condition for 18 years, Jesus addressed her as “daughter of Abraham” (Luke 13:16).   · Two of his close friends were sisters, Mary and Martha.   · Some of Jesus' final words from the cross were to do with the welfare of his mother, as he said to John the disciple, “Here is your mother”. (John 19:27)   · Luke notes that Jesus' ministry was funded by several women, Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, and many others (Luke 8:1-3)   The sight of men and women travelling together, working as co-workers as Jesus taught, healed and performed miracles would have horrified many.   Dorothy Sayers: “Perhaps it is no wonder that the women were first at the Cradle and last at the Cross. They had never known a man like this Man—there never has been another. A prophet and teacher who never nagged at them, never flattered or coaxed or patronized; who never made arch jokes about them, never treated them as ‘The women, God help us!' or ‘The ladies, God bless them!'; who rebuked without querulousness and praised without condescension; who took their questions and arguments seriously; who never mapped out their sphere for them, never urged them to be feminine or jeered at them for being female; who had no axe to grind and no uneasy male dignity to defend; who took them as he found them and was completely unselfconscious. There is no act, no sermon, no parable in the whole Gospel that borrows its pungency from female perversity; nobody could guess from the words and deeds of Jesus that there was anything ‘funny' about women's nature."   Jesus not only affirmed the value and significance of women, but championed their gifts and called them into ministry.   · It was women who were the first to see Jesus' resurrection.   · Upon seeing Christ, Mary goes to the disciples (men and women) proclaiming, "I have seen the Lord!" (John 20:18)   · In Matthew's account, Jesus instructs the women to go and tell His disciples (Matt 28:10).   Jesus' example shaped the role of women in the early Church   Women were full members of the covenant community (Acts 1:14), serving as partners and leaders.   · On the Day of Pentecost when the church was born, the Spirit was poured out upon men and women, both filled and prophesying. (Acts 2:17-18)   · Women in the Church were expected to use their spiritual gifts, to their full potential, as equal partners in the mission of God.   · The Apostle Paul considered at least twelve women as co-workers in his ministry.   · Paul taught that widows and older women ought not be abandoned but were to be given a place of honour.   D.M. Scholer “Jesus respect for and inclusion of women as disciples and proclaimers provided the foundation for the positive place of women in the earliest churches and their ministry.”   Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.   Greg Sheridan in “God is Good for You” Christianity from the start was much better for women and girls than anything that had previously been on offer in the ancient world. It utterly rejected infanticide and abortion. Infanticide had been practised overwhelmingly against girls. So Rome had a structural imbalance of numbers, a shortage of women common in traditional societies that practise sex selection through killing female infants.   All of a sudden, Christian families had a lot more daughters than other families. And women and girls could participate in Christian life in a way undreamed of in most of the ancient world.   Not only did Christians as a result have a lot more children but also … they attracted large numbers of female converts. And the female converts resulted in male converts.   Christianity, in many explicit passages in the New Testament, taught that marriage was a mutual and loving relationship. The prohibition on adultery applied equally to men as to women. This had not been the practical reality previously … The Christian ideals of mutual love within marriage, of fidelity within marriage, and of chastity before marriage, were much better for women and girls than the rapacious behaviour of men previously.   Historian Samuel Moyn in “Christian Human Rights” “… without Christianity, our commitment to the moral equality of human beings is unlikely to have come about…”   Ancient civilisations viewed the father as not only the head of the household, but almost like a god in his own right, effectively owning his wife and children who were regarded as his property, meaning he was able to do what he liked with them. But Christianity gave rise to the belief that each human being is created in the image of God and possesses an immortal soul.   Rebecca McLaughlin in “Secular Creed” “In Greco Roman culture, the idea that every woman had the right to choose what happened to her body would've been laughable. Christianity threw out this model. Rather than being seen as inferior to men, women were equally made in God's image.”   Understanding that Christianity was introducing new paradigms in how men were to relate to women, we start to understand the shape of some of Paul's teaching to households in the New Testament.   Ephesians 5:22–33 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands. Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish. In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church, because we are members of his body. “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.   Paul uses just 52 words to instruct the women, because in that culture, everyone just assumed wives ought submit to their husbands. Paul uses 163 words to instruct the men, because what he was teaching was radical.   Wherever the Christian message has spread and been taken seriously, dignity, care, and opportunities for women have increased. When men live for Jesus, homes, communities and workplaces become better for women.   James 1:27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.   Rebecca McLaughlin in “Secular Creed” … if Christianity is true, the central plank of women's rights isn't our right to have our unborn babies killed. The central plank of women's rights is Mary's unborn child, who grew to be the man who valued us so much he died on a Roman cross so we could live. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Elizabeth shouted to her pregnant cousin Mary, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!” (Luke 1:41–42) … truly this baby conceived out of wedlock and born into poverty changed everything for women.

Youths arrested in Sydney counter-terrorism raids, the latest push to implement the Uluru Agenda by stealth via an Indigenous tax on resources. Plus, Greg Sheridan on today's address from our top security chiefs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has launched an airstrike against Israel. Our expert Greg Sheridan explains why -- and what happens now, as Iran warns the US to stay out of it. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for tax exemptions for Indigenous Australians as Victoria pushes ahead with a treaty, a UK review urges a rethink on how gender dysphoria is treated. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Penny Wong's proposal that Labor could acknowledge a Palestinian state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why nuclear energy is shaping up to be a major election issue, NSW police investigate a radical Sydney preacher's sermon but rule it didn't breach hate speech laws. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the Israeli airstrike which left seven aid workers dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ABC seems determined not to debate nuclear energy. Britain's NHS bans puberty blockers for children, what does it mean for Australia? Plus, Greg Sheridan on fears AUKUS is dead in the water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Bolt is visiting Israel and recounts his first-hand experiences, Anthony Albanese criticised for spending the weekend partying while fires ravage Victoria. Plus, the latest news from the US with Greg Sheridan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peta Credlin gives her take on the early federal election rumors, Woolies CEO Brad Banducci announces his retirement after the disastrous ABC interview. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the government's new Defence plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The industry super funds racket propping up unions exposed, Labor shamelessly tries to make taxes a problem for the Coalition. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Australian Defence Force's shortcomings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a veritable smorgasbord of pop culture this week, and yes we're kicking off with the slide into soap opera for The Crown. It's final season is upon us and oh boy, it's a bit cooked. Zan is watching it all.Nat Bass has revealed she's in a loving relationship with a woman; how good is good news? And it's Marie Claire's turn with their Women of the Year issue, and it's all about the Tillies. It's 2023 and we're still chasing the question “who is Banksy?”, and also dealing with the (heart)breaking news that Hall is suing Oates.Elton John and Jake Shears are penning a musical about Tammy Faye Baker – please, take our money.  And Andre 3000 has emerged with a new album of ambient flute music! Oh Bjork just dropped a banger with Rosalia too, what a time!Greg Sheridan's hot takes on why women should be making more babies misses a few key points, and Myf and Zan have been in the movie theatre watching the much talked about new film Saltburn, and the David v Goliath movie Dumb Money.Show notes:The Crown S06: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/nov/16/the-crown-season-6-review-so-bad-its-like-an-out-of-body-experience-netflixNatalie Bassingthwaite: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/natalie-bassingthwaighte-speaks-her-truth/id1553858670?i=1000635227493Marie Claire Women of the Year: https://www.marieclaire.com.au/marie-claire-women-of-the-year-2023Banksy: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2023/nov/21/banksy-reveals-his-first-name-interview-clipHall & Oates: https://pitchfork.com/news/daryl-hall-sues-john-oates/Tammy Faye Bakker musical: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/17/theater/tammy-faye-bakker-musical-broadway.htmlWhy women aren't having babies: https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/eds-blog/worried-about-australias-birthrate-address-the-cost-for-women/Andre 3000's ambient flute album: https://open.spotify.com/album/33Ek6daAL3oXyQIV1uoItD?si=lF8wpgs1QAC89tNsJNQFhwAndre on why: https://www.tiktok.com/@pigsandplans/video/7302111551656316206?_r=1&_t=8hZ3pk9Zk9fBjork & Rosalia: https://variety.com/2023/music/news/bjork-duet-rosalia-oral-salmon-fishing-1235804178/Saltburn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lALMdJf6UUE&ab_channel=MGMDumb Money: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmr8YmwnZ3w&ab_channel=SonyPicturesEntertainmentBang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.auBang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Turrbal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Israeli cabinet agrees to release 150 prisoners in exchange of 50 hostages held by Hamas, Labor looking inept on the detainee debacle. Plus, Greg Sheridan on the government's decision to grant temporary visas to 860 Palestinians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST HOST: Jeremy Beck filling in for Dean Mackin. GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: John Stapleton is a graduate of Macquarie University and studied both philosophy and anthropology and  following his university studies he distinguished himself as a freelance writer with his work appearing in publications including The Australian Financial Review and the Bulletin. John later worked as a staff news reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald for approximately 8 years and later at The Australian for over 14.  As a news reporter, Stapleton wrote hundreds of stories about everyone from street alcoholics to Australian Prime Ministers; covering from natural disasters of the Australian bush to scenes of urban dysfunction. In 2000 he became co-founder of the world's longest running radio program on father's issues, Dads on the Air. He currently edits A Sense of Place Magazine. His books include: Thailand: Deadly Destination, Unfolding Catastrophe: Australia; his memoir of a lifetime in journalism, Hunting the Famous, will be released later this year.and he is also author of AUSTRALIA BREAKS APART. He is the proud father of two children and his website is http://www.johnstapletonjournalism.com/ GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Vikki Petraitis is an award-winning true crime author and podcaster. Thirty years ago, she wrote a book called The Frankston Murders about the three women killed by serial killer Paul Denyer. At the end of March, she put out an 11-part podcast series of the same name, aimed at drawing worldwide attention to the case now that Denyer's 30-year non-parole period comes to an end. In just three weeks, The Frankston Murders had over a million downloads and now stands at a total of 2.43 million downloads by Aug. GUEST 3 OVERVIEW: Greg Sheridan AO is an Australian foreign affairs journalist, author, and commentator. He has written a number of books on politics, religion, and international affairs and has been the foreign editor of The Australian newspaper since 1992. He is a regular commentator on Australian television and radio, including the ABC and Sky News Australia.  

Ben Davison is BACK after a two week break with a deep dive on the FIVE big issues that should be dominating the national debate. 98% of our public schools don't have the resources they need.  Ben reads out a message from a listener about how the failure to support every child has left class sizes too big, teachers overworked and kids missing out on the support they need. Inflation is coming down.  The spokesperson from the bosses pamphlet on Insiders continued to recite the neo-liberal mantras of higher rates, more unemployment and lower wages but Ben outlines how Jim Chalmers and Labor are implementing a neo-Keynesian approach that is bringing down prices, keeping people in work and supporting those most in need. Workplace reforms are coming to parliament to stop the multi-billion dollar loopholes that see labour hire workers paid less, forced casualisation of millions of people and profiteering at working people's expense.  There's a union for every worker, casual, labour hire, teacher, miner, nurse, graphic designer and you can join at australianunions.org.au/wow The Housing Affordability Future Fund is coming back.  With $1,300,000 a day NOT going into housing because of the Greens back Dutton's Noalition Labor is ready to set up a double dissolution trigger. The Voice.  Greg Sheridan can go on Insiders to say that Dutton isn't racists if the referendum fails but if all the racists are voting NO does it matter if he considers himself to be racist?  Ben argues you pick a side.  No has Pauline Hanson and Andrew Bolt.  Yes has Marcia Langton and Noel Pearson.  Which side are you on? Plus Ben touches on why the noise around the Rockingham by-election is meaningless Liberal narrative and why Dutton's abysmal record on government contracts is best left to the National Anti-Corruption Commission to determine.

This week we reflect on what is going on in the world today, through what went on in the world in the 1930's and 1940's - we look at the Jews; the man who escaped Auschwitz; Robert Hebras - the last survivor of Oradour; Ben Ferencez - the last Nuremberg prosecutor; the war in Ukraine; the threat to the dollar; Keith Reid and a Whiter Shade of Pale; Switzerland and Covid; Woke Grease; Queensland Trans legislation;  Hobart Uni bans Catholic group; Deni Todrovic's misogyny;  Jennifer Bilek and the link between transgender, big business and transhumanism; Katherine Deves and the new religion; Church of England churches close; Greg Sheridan on Easter; and Classic FM's no.1 piece of music - Rachmaninov's 2nd Piano Concerto.   

Calls for Jacinta Price to be appointed as the shadow minister for Indigenous Australians, emotions run high as Peter Dutton visits Alice Springs. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Julian Leeser's resignation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special live event with our defence experts Greg Sheridan, Cameron Stewart and Ben Packham.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Labor government avoids scrutiny over its influence on corruption inquiries, Labor and the Coalition strike a deal on the Voice to Parliament. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Xi Jinping's visit to Russia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another broken Labor promise as energy regulators flags increase in power bills, reckless spending has caused Victorian government's debt to rise to a new high. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Paul Keating's press conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Activists push a distorted view of Australian history, Labor backflips on its election pledge as it prepares to overhaul superannuation. Plus, Greg Sheridan joins the show over ASIO briefing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New study shows Australians are 45 per cent more divided than in the past, Lidia Thorpe's resignation from the Greens adds hurdle to pass laws for Labor. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Joe Biden's State of the Union address.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lidia Thorpe's resignation proves Labor's Voice is a "con", ABC apologises for its bias coverage on Alice Springs by labelling it as an incomplete report. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Australia and China trade talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miners are ready to battle over industrial relations reform. Plus, The Australian's foreign editor Greg Sheridan comments on the missile strike in Poland.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Greg Sheridan on why he can't stop talking about his Christian faith  --- Greg Sheridan has been the Foreign Editor at the Australian newspaper for 30 years. He's known for his vast knowledge of domestic and foreign affairs – analysing and writing about Australia's relationship with Asia, and including the rise of China, the U.S.'s influence in the world, the changing geopolitical landscape that has shifted so substantially during his career.   Sheridan is a regular guest on Sky news but also the ABC.   Until recently he was less known for his Christian faith but has written two books about this now, “God is Good for You: a defence of Christianity in troubled times” and “Christians: the urgent case for Jesus in the world.”   Greg shares with Life & Faith his most recent thoughts on faith in public, and the religious landscape in Australia and around the world.   Never shy of controversy, Greg is happy to wade into topics others might rather avoid.  --- Explore Greg Sheridan's Books:  Good is Good for you: A defence of Christianity in troubled times  Christians: the urgent case for Jesus in the world 

Chris Smith hosts The Bolt Report, discussing why Australia's household will share the same fate as Britain's after new plans to scrap coal power plants, plus, guest Greg Sheridan talks about Australian aid to Ukraine.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a week which saw the failure of the energy market amid fears of supply shortfalls and east coast blackouts, how will the government steer through this crisis to a brighter, greener future? Greg Sheridan and Amy Remeikis also discuss the minimum wage rise, Australia's defence policy and the legacy of the Scott Morrison government. Will he be a tough act to follow or has Anthony Albanese got the goods to charm our international friends?

With intelligent and thought-provoking analysis, RN Drive goes behind the headlines to give you original insight into the world you live in. Keep up to date with federal politics, current affairs, arts, culture and the stories that are making Australia talk.

Greg Sheridan is one of Australia's most influential foreign affairs analysts, as well as an acclaimed author. In short, he's not afraid of sharing an opinion. He and John Dickson take a stroll through his latest book, Christians: The urgent case for Jesus in our world, and take a close look at the key elements of the faith.Greg bravely shares how he thinks the Christian faith makes perfect sense to the rational mind.