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A Keynote Address by Stephen Doughty, UK Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories About the Speaker: Stephen Doughty was appointed Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in July 2024. Mr Doughty was first elected as Welsh Labour and Co-operative Member of Parliament for Cardiff South and Penarth in November 2012. He studied at Lester B. Pearson UWC in Canada, Oxford University, and St Andrews University. He later worked for the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and for members of the then National Assembly for Wales. Mr Doughty spent a number of years working for humanitarian and international development NGOs World Vision UK, Oxfam GB, Oxfam International, and Oxfam Cymru. During the previous Labour government, he was Special Adviser to the Secretary of State for International Development. In 2020 he was appointed Shadow Foreign Affairs and International Development Minister and in 2021 he was appointed Shadow Minister for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories. He also served on the Wales, Home Affairs, Arms Export Controls and International Development Committees in Parliament, as an opposition Whip, and a Shadow Minister for Trade and Industry. He chaired the All-Party Parliamentary Group for HIV and Aids and was a member of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly. Minister Doughty completed the Armed Forces Parliamentary scheme, attending the Royal College of Defence Studies 2017 to 2018 and has also served as an Army Reservist.

Michelle Ferreri is a former Member of Parliament, entrepreneur, and media personality known for her unapologetic voice, bold opinions, and relentless drive to speak the truth. With over 26 years of experience in media and communications, Michelle has built a powerful personal brand that blends politics, purpose, and personality. A former Conservative MP for Peterborough—Kawartha, Michelle made history by flipping a bellwether riding and unseating a cabinet minister in 2021. During her time in Parliament, she served as Shadow Minister for Families, Children and Social Development and was a member of the committees on Human Resources and the Status of Women. Now, she's taking her mission beyond politics—empowering others through motivational speaking, digital content, and media storytelling that tackles the issues many are too afraid to touch. Whether it's standing up for victims, fighting for affordability, or challenging the status quo, Michelle brings courage, clarity, and conviction to every conversation.00:00 Introduction to the Political Landscape in Canada02:48 Michelle Ferreri's Journey into Politics06:01 Mental Health and Addiction Crisis09:06 Health Canada's Controversial Plans12:02 The State of Canadian Democracy15:07 The Role of Hope in Challenging Times17:55 The Power of the People21:09 Coping with the Current Political Climate30:56 The State of Canada: A Critical Analysis36:47 Ideology and Policy: The Underlying Issues39:45 The Importance of Conversation in Society45:29 Prison System Insights: A Disturbing Reality54:13 Concerns Over Child Safety in Prisons57:22 The Cost of Rehabilitation Programs01:00:15 Accountability in Government and Society01:02:51 The Impact of Apathy on Politics01:05:38 The Role of Communication in Politics01:08:45 Voting Dynamics in Canadian Politics01:11:47 The Future of Mental Health and Addiction Treatment01:17:25 Navigating Personal Struggles and Societal Boundaries01:19:45 The Power of Connection and Personal Gifts01:21:10 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Fear01:23:04 Challenging Addiction Treatment Paradigms01:27:00 The Role of Ibogaine in Addiction Recovery01:30:22 The Political Landscape and the Power of One01:33:39 Future Aspirations and Support for ChangeSubstack: https://substack.com/@kelsisheren - - - - - - - - - - - -SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - - - - - - - - - - - -RHO Nutrition - Code: KELSI20 -  https://rhonutrition.com/KELSIXX-XY Athletics - Code: KELSI20 - https://www.xx-xyathletics.com/?sca_ref=7336247.FtJS2YUK4OKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin- 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -SHOPB&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -Follow #thekelsisherenperspective- - - - - - - - - - - - -CHARITYHeroic Hearts Project - https://www.heroicheartsproject.orgAll Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.orgDefenders of Freedom -https://www.defendersoffreedom.usBoot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org

Shadow Immigration Minister Senator Paul Scarr has launched a scathing attack on the Albanese Government's immigration detainee laws, asserting they are a "failure of community safety." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Dan Albas, federal Conservative MP for Okanagan Lake West - South Kelowna, and Shadow Minister for Transport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vancouver-Lonsdale MLA Bowinn Ma's office becomes site of explosive police incident (0:45) Guest: Richard Zussman, Global B.C. Legislative Reporter The Week That Was in Politics (15:05) Guest: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Trump kills trade talks with Canada; are new tariffs coming? (28:51) Guest: Julian Karaguesian, Lecturer at McGill University's Department of Economics Conservative MP calls for probe on billion dollar federal funding for B.C Ferries' purchase of Chinese vessels (39:13) Guest: Dan Albas, federal Conservative MP for Okanagan Lake West - South Kelowna, and Shadow Minister for Transport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SESE State Duty Officer Brad Flew, Tom Rehn, United States Study Centre Senior Fellow & author Bruce Wolpe, Co Producer & Director of Elton John Orchestrated, Rocketman, Warick Cheatle + Artist Brenton Foster, Whyalla City Council Mayor Phill Stone, Adelaide City Council Loes Mayor Jane Lomax-Smith, David Koch, Shadow Minister for Housing Michelle Lensink, Treasurer Stephen Mullighan, 9News Michaela Komarek & your calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady spoke to Frank Caputo, Shadow Minister of Public Safety about bail reform Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Frank Caputo, Shadow Minister of Public Safety about bail reform Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Stan and Jack as they speak with Andrew Hastie MP—Federal Liberal Member for Canning and Shadow Minister for Home Affairs—about his vocation for politics, how his experiences in Afghanistan and in Parliament have shaped his Burkean outlook, and what a renewed form of Australian political thought might look like, explored from their mutually respectful yet differing perspectives.

Shadow Minister for Productivity and Deregulation, Andrew Bragg, has slammed the Prime Minister's newly announced 'Productivity Roundtable' as a mere "talk-fest" that feels like "pushing the problem down the road."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition will continue to push back on the changes to superannuation tax proposed by the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Bowley's business has taken a significant hit due to the algae bloom along the states coast. Shadow Minister for Primary Industries weighs in on the issue. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Fewster with an emergency 'Around the Courts', Zac De Silva on Federal Liberal leadership, State Health Minister Chris Picton & Goodwood Quality Meats Luke Leyson on new smallgoods advertisement laws, UFUSA Secretary Max Adlam & Shadow Minister for Government Accountability Ben Hood on firefighter payments, Feedback Friday & your calls. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State government failed to pay entitlements to Fireys & UFUSA is still waiting for an apology. Listen live on the FIVEAA Player. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. Subscribe on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm fed up. For YEARS we have been banging the drum, trying to force some action, and nothing. Your tools... your livelihoods... your chance to put food on the table for your families are being taken by thugs, by scum. Tools are being stolen every twelve minutes in the UK. Every. Twelve. Minutes. It's unacceptable. I'm not having it anymore. We want to know what is going to stop these scumbags once and for all, and when politicians from both sides are going to take the issue seriously, rather than treating us like a political football. We're talking about this again because nothing is being done... So today, we're asking: how do we make sure action is taken? Shadow Minister for Crime, Policing and Fire, and MP for Stockton South, Matt Vickers joined us, along with Amanda Martin MP, who has put forward her own anti-tool theft bill. Friend of the show Wobbly Bob also joined us to share his experience with tool theft. Plus, we had the Pub Lunch Quiz and your top messages from site. Enjoy!

SBS Hindi interviewed Jason Wood, the Shadow Minister for Community Safety, Migrant Services, and Multicultural Affairs, about key issues affecting our communities, including social cohesion, crime, the growing backlog of parents' visas, and cuts in international student numbers.

Australia's Minister of Sport, Anika Wells, was born and raised in Queensland. She grew up playing many sports including netball, touch football, tennis and was even a gymnast. While she spent the early years of her career practising as a lawyer, when her daughter was born, she decided she wanted to make the world a better place for her and ran for her local seat of Lilley.In 2019, Wells became Australia's youngest female MP when she was elected to parliament. She is currently the Minister for Aged Care and Sport, and has a particular love for the way that sport ‘makes you want to hug strangers'.Chloe chats with Anika about a variety of the Australian government's polices that affect women in sport, including: Play Our Way, Sport Diplomacy and – Sports Horizon. We hope you enjoy this episode.Come to our first EVER Watch Party in Sydney for Game One of the Women's State of Origin series on May 1! Grab your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/tfap-watch-party-womens-state-of-origin-game-one-tickets-1332069659209?aff=oddtdtcreator Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON'T PLAY SPORT. www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopGet the wrap delivered into your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the newsletter + don't miss a merch drop.Shop TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shopFind us on Instagram: @thefemaleathleteproject#womenssport*For full transparency, the Female Athlete Project was approached by the Minister for Sport's Office for this interview. The minister was not provided with any interview questions before hand and was only briefed on the broad topics we wanted to discuss within her sports portfolio. The Female Athlete Project also reached out to the Shadow Minister for Sport, however, at the time this episode dropped, we are yet to hear back regarding her availability. Thank you for understanding that TFAP strives to provide you with transparency around the political side of women's sports.

This Week:Labor and the Liberals officially launch their campaigns.Peter Dutton's son Harry speaks for the average worker.Shadow Minister for Education Sarah Henderson wants to gut Free TAFE.And Jacinta Nampijinpa Price wants to Make Australia Great Again, but not like that. Obviously. Stephen Donnely, Jessie McCrone, and David Feeney have a lot to cover this week. They are joined by Victorian State Correspondent for Guardian Australia, Benita Kolovos, who gives a journo's-eye-view of life on the campaign trail. Plus your listener nominations!Mentioned in the episode:Socially Democratic's Solidarity Online Phone Banking Registration: https://thisislabor.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/socially-democratic-online-phone-bank/The presenting sponsor of the Socially Democratic podcast is Dunn Street. For more information on how Dunn Street can help you organise to build winning campaigns in your community, business or organisation, and make the world a better place, look us up at: dunnstreet.com.au Support the showNew episodes out every Friday.If you like the show leave a comment below or leave us a review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/36uFbp8Support the show on Patreon. Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X, Bluesky, and Instagram.

On week one of the Federal election campaign NITV radio's Kerri-Lee is joined by Jacinta Napinjinpa Price, Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians.

Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Michael Sukkar, has outlined the Coalition’s housing reform plan, focusing on affordability, supply, and home ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Coalition’s nuclear energy strategy remains a long-term goal, Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Ted O’Brien, says the gas plan is an immediate step to stabilize the energy grid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition is backing a plan for a public service hiring freeze along with cuts to return staff numbers to pre-pandemic levels. Shadow Minister for Finance and the Public Service Senator Jane Hume told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, "Our concern is that the public service has blown out in size dramatically under this government." "There's 36,000 new public servants, that's a 20% increase in just three years." "I don't think that a bigger public service necessarily delivers better public services," Senator Hume said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Clancy and Wendell this week is Victorian Senator Jane Hume, the Shadow Minister for Finance, the Public Service and Shadow Special Minister of State. Jane dropped by to chat about how much she loves campaigning, nuclear energy and how the Liberals can turn around their fortune after 2022's election loss. We also try get her to spill the beans on who is Peter Dutton’s potential replacement is if he loses his seatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Southwick is the Member for Caulfield in Victoria. David has held several Parliamentary Positions.In April 2013, David was appointed as the Parliamentary Secretary for Police and Emergency Services. In December 2014, David was appointed into the Shadow Ministry as the Shadow Minister for Innovation, Shadow Minister for Energy and Resources and Shadow Minister for Renewables.In November 2018, David was appointed as Shadow Minister for Police, Shadow Minister forCommunity Safety and Shadow Minister for Corrections. In September 2021, David was elected as the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party in Victoria and wasappointed as the Shadow Minister for Jobs and Employment, Shadow Minister for the Events Industry, Shadow Minister for Business Recovery, Shadow Minister for CBD Recovery, Shadow Minister for Small Business, and Shadow Minister for Business Precincts.In the State election held in November 2022, David was re-elected for another 4-year term as the Member for Caulfield. His Party's colleagues also re-elected him as Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party.David is currently Shadow Minister for Police and Corrections, Shadow Minister for Youth and Future Leaders and Shadow Minister for Youth Justice.David has an extensive background in innovation, entrepreneurship, and small business. He also spent several years in academia, including serving as RMIT's first Entrepreneur in Residence and as Head of the Executive Education Unit at Victoria University.David continues in his commitment to young people and various local charities. As the Member for Caulfield, David has supported local initiatives including a charity fundraising run at Caulfield Racecourse. As the inaugural Chair of the Social Inclusion Leadership Committee (SILC) he seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disability in employment and community life in Victoria. In recognition of his work assisting local youth, David was awarded the City of Stonnington's Citizen of the Year in 2009. David holds a Bachelor of Business from Victoria University. In 1991 he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his service on the Victoria University Council.In his spare time David enjoys keeping fit, following the St Kilda Saints and spending time with family.Deborah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/what.ive.learnt/Mind, Film and Publishing: https://www.mindfilmandpublishing.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-ive-learnt/id153556330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3TQjCspxcrSi4yw2YugxBkBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1365850

Saqib Bhatti, Member of Parliament for Meriden/Solihull East & Shadow Minister for Culture Media and Sport. Saqib speaks on the state of UK baby loss policies, and why more politicians should jump out of aeroplanes. •Get in touch with Saqib Bhatti here •Still Parents Podcast - The App - Now available on all platforms• •STILL PARENTS PODCAST• •Website •Instagram •X/Twitter •Facebook •Watch the Lorraine Kelly interview •LILY MAE FOUNDATION• •Website •Facebook •Instagram Supported by Global's 'Make Some Noise' Music by Alex Singh. Produced by Dan Kelly for the Lily Mae Foundation

Shadow Attorney General and Shadow Minister for Victim Support Michael O'Brien joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Andrew Hastie, shadow minister for defence, to discuss the government's response to the recent “gunboat” diplomacy by China. The pair also discuss the following: Is the government trying to keep the Australian public calm by talking down the actions of the Chinese naval task force currently off the east coast of Australia? Does the Australian Defence Force have the tools and resources it needs to stand up to a great power adversary, particularly following the changes in posture and focus by the US government? What are the steps we need to take in order to make Australia less susceptible to coercion by a great power and build our resilience and make sure that Australia isn't compromised in the event of conflict in the region? Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Dan Tehan joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The focus has become more pronounced for the Conservatives as the Shadow Minister of Ethics MP Michael Barrett makes a very clear statement that Canadians want to know the financial dealings of Mark Carney as it pertains to the Canadian Government before he becomes Prime Minster.Send a one-time contribution to the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XARF5X38AMZULListen to our Podcast on the go: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elev8podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elev8podcast X: https://twitter.com/TheElev8Podcast0:00 - Intro0:39 - Melanie Joly Choose to Fight Trump Instead of Work With Him6:23 - Michael Barrett Makes the Battle Lines Clear with Carney

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Watch Here: https://youtu.be/z8KS8QucurA Emilie Dye sits down with Senator James Paterson, Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Cybersecurity, to discuss the challenges facing democracies in an increasingly digital world. Should the government attempt to regulate against misinformation? Is TikTok spying on us for China? What about manipulating our election? Is Australia on track to become a vasal state to China? Can we really trust the United States, particularly under a Trump administration? The conversation explores concerns about foreign interference in elections, the influence of social media platforms like TikTok, and how authoritarian regimes may leverage technology to shape public opinion. Senator Paterson highlights why Taiwan's future is critical to Australia's security, the importance of transparency in combating misinformation, and the role of international partnerships in maintaining a free and open society. This episode of Liberalism in Question unpacks the issues shaping Australia's democratic resilience and global stability. #LiberalismInQuestion #Democracy #Cybersecurity #JamesPaterson #Australia #TikTok #ForeignInterference #Taiwan #GlobalPolitics All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

It has been yet another tumultuous week for the Church of England, which has seen another bishop resign and yet more pressure on the interim leader, Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell. Julie Etchingham speaks to the Archdeacon of Liverpool, the Venerable Miranda Threlfall-Holmes, who signed the letter asking her Bishop to step aside, and hears from Alicia Kearns, Shadow Minister for Safeguarding and Preventing violence against women and girls who is calling for a Royal Commission to look at safeguarding in the Church. Dr Rowan Williams, theologian and former Archbishop of Canterbury, has written a new book called 'Discovering Christianity: A Guide for the Curious'. He speaks about the themes of the book, the current situation with the Church of England and his thoughts on the discussions around Christianity at the top of US politics.There have been encouraging scenes in Israel and Gaza this weekend with a far more orderly handover of hostages from Hamas. The Rafah crossing was also opened, allowing the evacuation of Gazans needing medical care into Egypt. We hear the latest on the ongoing situation.Presenter: Julie Etchingham Producers: Bara'atu Ibrahim and Linda Walker Studio Mangers: Carwyn Griffith and Jonathan Esp Editor: Dan Tierney

Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Michael Sukkar has explained the federal Coalition's foreign investor policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Minister for Police and Corrections, David Southwick, has shed light on the opposition's plan to tackle Victoria's "huge" graffiti problem and punish vandals if elected in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With no end in sight to conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, Myanmar and many more places, 2025 promises to be at least as tumultuous as last year. So what is the biggest threat to security for Britain, and its Western allies? From complacency and our underfunded army to China and Russia, we get the views of Alicia Kearns MP, former chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee and now Shadow Minister for National Security; General Lord Richard Dannatt, former head of the British army; and John Bolton, former foreign security advisor to Donald Trump and ambassador to the UN.Contact us with feedback or ideas:battlelines@telegraph.co.uk @venetiarainey@RolandOliphant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the notion of a single ‘global theatre of struggle' gains traction, what are the major challenges that Australia currently faces?How has Australia's defence investment evolved over the years, and is the nation equipped to address today's pressing challenges?What steps can Australia take to strengthen social cohesion while navigating political compromise and disruptive forces?In this episode, Andrew Hastie joins Rory Medcalf to discuss his formative influences, strategic worldviews, and Australia's defence challenges. The Hon Andrew Hastie MP is the Shadow Minister for Defence, Shadow Minister for Defence Industry, and Shadow Minister for Defence Personnel. Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of the ANU National Security College (NSC). His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia. TRANSCRIPTShow notes:  NSC academic programs – find out more The Hon Andrew Hastie MP's speech at Securing our Future What are the most underappreciated threats to Australia's security? We'd love to hear from you! Send in your questions, comments, and suggestions to NatSecPod@anu.edu.au. You can tweet us @NSC_ANU and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes. The National Security Podcast is available on Acast, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shadow Minister for Major Projects and Transport Infrastructure David Southwick joined Jacqui Felgate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can NHS backlogs be tackled and waiting times improved? What are the prospects for adult social care reform in this parliament? How can government ensure health and care services have sufficient workforces? Do health and care services have sufficient funding and is existing funding used effectively? To what extent can and should health services focus more on prevention? And to what extent do the government's proposals address these challenges? Dr Becks Fisher, Director of Research and Policy at Nuffield Trust Professor Naomi Fulop, Professor of Health Care Organisation and Management at the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care Preet Gill MP, former Shadow Minister for Primary Care and Public Health Dame Una O'Brien, former Permanent Secretary in the Department of Health This session was chaired by Stuart Hoddinott, Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government. This event was part of the IfG's public services conference, kindly supported by UCL.

Last month a member of the South Australian parliament introduced a bill that would drastically change abortion laws. The bill has sparked fierce debate; some calling it cruel, others saying it represents a more humane approach.  But what are the real life consequences of such major changes to laws around pregnancy, birth and abortion? And what does it mean when members from the same party are against it.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Read more about Natasha's story here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you're looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray With thanks to:  Brigid Coomb AM, Co-convenor and founding member of the SA Abortion Action Coalition Hon. Michelle Lensink MLC, Shadow Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, South Australia  Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom LyonBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Shadow Minister for Home Affairs James Paterson speaks to Ray Hadley about the protests on the weekend regarding conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines: Fresh Israeli strikes on Lebanon have killed at least 356 people, Albo blames supermarkets for adding to inflation, Reserve Bank tipped to leave interest rates on hold today and Patrick Cripps claims the Brownlow while the AFL settles with Katy Perry.    Deep Dive: The state of Australia's housing is in crisis. From building them to buying them, there's delay, disappointment, and division. The major parties have very different perspectives in mind for what policies will fix this problem – but it's hard to cut through political point scoring to get real on exactly what they have in mind, and how it will work for you.   In this housing special series, The Briefing team brings you a housing spokesperson from each major party in Australia – Labor, the Liberals, and The Greens – and asks them to give you the no-bullshit breakdown on what they see as their vision for our country's housing future.   In this episode, Sacha Barbour Gatt sits down with the Coalition's Michael Sukkar, Federal Member for Deakin and Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness, to unpack what he wants you to know about how they plan to tackle the problem. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this revealing conversation with Alicia Kearns, Conservative MP for Rutland and Stamford and currently Shadow Minister for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Alicia shares insights from her journey into politics, discusses her work as an MP and provides an in-depth analysis of several pressing national and international issues.   Alicia discusses the ongoing learning process within the Conservative Party following their recent electoral defeat and the importance of returning to core values like ethics and competence.   Coming from a politically active, left-wing family, she explains her journey from being deeply influenced by Labour ideals to becoming a Conservative MP. She reflects on her background in the civil service, working in crisis communication, counter-terrorism, and national security before transitioning to politics.   Alicia provides a candid account of the demanding and often misunderstood role of an MP, including her weekly routine, the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance, and the impact of dealing with abuse and threats.We hear about local concerns such as the A1 road safety improvements and the controversial Mallard Pass solar farm proposal. She explains her stance on prioritising food security over using prime agricultural land for solar farms and the ethical implications involving companies accused of using forced labour.We learn about her perspective on current national issues including immigration, waterways and sewage and healthcare system reforms particularly in regard to her efforts to improve local healthcare services. With her background as Chair of the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee up until the election, we explore the critical role of parliamentary scrutiny in shaping foreign policy in regard to China, war in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war.We wind up with Alicia emphasising the need for public engagement and critical thinking, especially regarding national security, foreign policy, and complex international conflicts. She advocates for more open debate and education on these issues at all levels.Alicia Kearns provides an insightful look into her life as an MP, the challenges facing the Conservative Party, and the complex issues shaping the future of the UK and its global relationships. Her dedication to her constituents, commitment to ethical governance, and passion for robust foreign policy shine throughout the episode.Links:https://www.aliciakearns.com/about-alicia-kearnsCall to Action:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends. Don't forget to subscribe to *Undercurrent Stories* for more insightful conversations with fascinating guests.Intro and outro music, 'Time for a Coffee'  Bob Wells © 2020Question or comment? Send us a text message.www.undercurrentstories.com

GUEST OVERVIEW: Garth Hamilton is the Federal member for the Electorate of Groom.   Garth earned a scholarship to Ipswich Grammar School before following his passion for building things, studying engineering at the University of Queensland. Starting out in the Australian mining industry with BHP, Alcan and Parsons Brinckerhoff, he has since worked on significant projects across the world. Garth was responsible for delivering major water infrastructure, rail and sporting facilities in Saudi Arabia, Tube stations, an airport terminal in London, and mining projects in Western Australia. His wife Louise brought Garth back to her hometown of Toowoomba. Garth is a committed volunteer, an active Rural Fire Brigade member, and a South Toowoomba Junior Rugby Club coach. He is as passionate about teaching kids sportsmanship as he is about teaching them skills. GUEST OVERVIEW: The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP is the Member for New England in the Parliament of Australia. He is a former Deputy Prime Minister, and former Cabinet Minister in the portfolios of Agriculture and Water Resources, Resources and Northern Australia, and Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development. He was Leader of the National Party and is currently Shadow Minister for Veterans' Affairs.

Toby Perkins Toby won his Chesterfield seat for the fifth time at the recent general election. But how did he retain his seat throughout Labour's darkest years when colleagues around him were losing theirs? One of the most likeable MPs in the Commons was a Shadow Minister but didn't get appointed to the frontbench after the election. He talks openly and honestly about the mixed feelings he has about Labour finally forming a government, but not being a minister in it. A massive football fan, Toby also reveals which football manager he thinks he'd most be like if he chairs the Environmental Audit Committee. SEE Matt at the Edinburgh Festival in August and on tour until March 2025: https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows2024 31 July - 25 August: Edinburgh, The Pleasance 2 October: Norwich Playhouse 3 October: Maidenhead, Norden Farm 9 October: Middlesbrough, The Crypt 10 October: London, Leicester Square Theatre 24 October: Hull, Truck Theatre 6 November: Exeter, Phoenix 8 November: Tunbridge Wells, Trinity Theatre 14 November: Basingstoke, The Haymarket 15 November: Colchester Arts Centre 20 November: York, The Crescent 21 November: Chorley, Little Theatre 22 November: Salford, The Lowry 27 November: Chipping Norton Theatre 28 November: Leicester, Y Theatre 29 November: Eastleigh, The Berry 31 November: Faversham, The Alexander Centre 2025 4 February: Leeds, City Varieties 5 February: Sheffield, The Leadmill 6 February: Chelmsford Theatre 7 February: Bedford, The Quarry Theatre 12 February: Bath, Komedia 13 February: Southend, Palace Theatre 16 February: Cambridge, The Junction 20 February: Nottingham, Lakeside Arts 23 February: Brighton, Komedoa 25 February: Cardiff, Glee Club 26 February: Bury St Edmunds, Theatre Royal 2 March: Bristol, Tobacco Factory 11 March: Aberdeen, Lemon Tree 12 March: Glasgow, Glee Club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Stevens was one of the founding members of S Club 7, the pop band that took the world by storm in the early 2000s. She joins Anita to talk about her memoir Finding my Voice: A story of strength, belief and S Club, which covers her time in the hit-making band, her solo career and what it's been like being in the public eye.In a special extended 90 minute programme, Nuala McGovern hosted the Woman's Hour Election Debate. Senior women from the main political parties of Great Britain outlined their priorities for women and answered your questions.Taking part were: Scottish National Party spokesperson for Consular Affairs and International Engagement Hannah Bardell; Reform UK candidate Maria Bowtell; Green Party spokesperson for Housing and Communities Ellie Chowns; Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats Daisy Cooper; Conservative Minister of State for Disabled People, Health and Work Mims Davies; Labour's Shadow Minister for Industry and Decarbonisation Sarah Jones and Plaid Cymru's Westminster Leader Liz Saville Roberts.Actor Jill Halfpenny has starred in popular TV series such as Byker Grove, Coronation Street, EastEnders and The Cuckoo. She won an Olivier Award for her role in the musical Legally Blonde and she won the second series of BBC 1's Strictly Come Dancing. But, two tragic events have framed Jill's life story; when she was four years old her dad died suddenly of a heart attack. Then in 2017, in similarly tragic circumstances, her partner Matt died. Jill talks to Clare about confronting her grief head-on, something she examines in her new book, A Life Reimagined.For over a century, many Americans believed that interracial marriage was illegitimate and until the late 1960s, the American legal system supported that belief. Wedding Band: A Love/Hate Story in Black and White is a play written in the 1960s that explores the impact of these laws. Anita is joined by Monique Touko, the director of a new production of the play, and American historian Dr Leni Sorensen who had a black father and white mother in 1940s California.Can you ever really be just best friends with the love of your life? Laura Dockrill talks to Nuala about the thrills and awful heartache of first love, the inspiration for her first adult novel, ‘I love you, I love you, I love you.'Presenter Clare McDonnell Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Louise Corley

In a special extended 90 minute programme, Nuala McGovern hosts the Woman's Hour Election Debate. Senior women from the main political parties of Great Britain outline their priorities for women and answer your questions. Taking part are: Scottish National Party spokesperson for Consular Affairs and International Engagement Hannah Bardell; Reform UK candidate Maria Bowtell; Green Party spokesperson for Housing and Communities Ellie Chowns; Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats Daisy Cooper; Conservative Minister of State for Disabled People, Health and Work Mims Davies; Labour's Shadow Minister for Industry and Decarbonisation Sarah Jones and Plaid Cymru's Westminster Leader Liz Saville Roberts.

This week Quentin welcomes Labour's Shadow Minister for Transport, Bill Esterson MP. In this incredibly insightful interview, they discuss the transition to electric vehicles and Labour's plans on this front.    As an EV driver and politician, Bill recognises the many benefits of embracing electrification for individual convenience, air quality and economic growth. But he also highlights the current challenges to achieving this, much of which he feels stems from the government's mixed messaging and the rise in misinformation and scepticism from certain media outlets.    Bill also shares an overview of Labour's plans to accelerate the transition, including details of their "5 missions" framework, aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in renewable energy, fostering economic growth, and creating opportunities for people.    Podcast references:   Find out more about the great Grid Upgrade: https://www.nationalgrid.com/the-great-grid-upgrade      Support our StopBurningStuff campaign and help fight EV and clean energy misinformation: https://www.patreon.com/STOPBurningStuff   Join us at the next Everything Electric expo for more myth-busting content: https://everythingelectric.show   Subscribe for episode alerts and the Stop Burning Stuff newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/iKxG9-/   Visit: https://fullycharged.show/blog/stop-burning-stuff-myth-busting/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StopBSCampaign Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stop-burning-stuff