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On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: We know the Sydney Harbour Bridge protest against the killing in Gaza was huge – but just how big was it? Fresh no-confidence motion to be moved in Rockliff government, Labor confirms. ‘It's not a coincidence': after Ghislaine Maxwell's prison move … what next? Trump's baseless ‘manipulated' data claim in firing BLS chief Erika McEntarfer follows long history. It's ‘not easy to manipulate data', warns former labor statistics chief after Trump fires bureau head. The Return of Family Separation. Serve your country! Defend your culture! No undergraduate degree required! Calling All Brownshirts. The Unnatural Selection podcast is produced by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen and Tom Heath. Visit the Unnatural Selection website at www.UnnaturalShow.com for stuff and things. The views expressed are those of the hosts and their guests and do not reflect those of any other entities. Unnatural Selection is a show made for comedic purposes and should not be taken seriously by anyone. Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow
Bond, Caleb Bond, in… Never Say Anything Again. The Emerald and Tom go through some of the worst and funniest responses to the enormous protest for Palestine across the Sydney Harbour Bridge (8:16). Is this a turning point? Then, all the results are in from the Tasmanian election (47:36), and the winner is… um… Finally, a call to action (1:08:36). ---------- Just released on Patreon - “Inside the Greens #10: 2013 election, Christine Milne & Rudd-Gillard-Rudd” The show can only exist because of our wonderful Patreon subscriber’s support. Subscribe for $3/month to get access to our fortnightly subscriber-only full episode, and unlock our complete library of over SEVENTY-FIVE past bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/SeriousDangerAU ---------- March for Palestine! https://apan.org.au/events/ Produced by Michael Griffin https://www.instagram.com/mikeskillz Follow us on https://twitter.com/SeriousDangerAU https://www.instagram.com/seriousdangerau https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousdangerauSupport the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Barry and George Megalogenis (filling in for Barrie Cassidy) discuss Donald Trump's sacking of his chief statistician over unflattering job figures and compare it to a similar move by Chinese leader Xi Jinping. They also discuss the Sydney Harbour Bridge protest and whether it will change policy both abroad and here in Australia.
In this episode of The Friday Sessions we break down the massive pro-Palestine protest on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and ask why hundreds of thousands of people are marching for global issues while Aussies stay silent on the erosion of our own rights and freedoms including new laws introducing facial recognition for social media access. We dive into the state of the Australian property market with interest rate cuts on the horizon, inflation falling and major banks predicting a boom in prices. You'll hear insights from our recent Unemployable Property weekend where investors learned how to manufacture equity subdivide land and build multimillion dollar portfolios with minimal capital. We also cover the biggest IPO of 2025 from MicroStrategy, why Bitcoin treasuries are exploding and how smart Australians are shifting their super into crypto while managing the volatility. To wrap up, we talk about Aussie culture, the attack on masculinity, the removal of Bondi's beach gym and the rise of weak men in a society that no longer celebrates strength, discipline or freedom.
Hundreds of thousands of people marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge on the weekend to protest against the Israeli government's actions in Gaza. But, police, organisers and the protesters themselves all portrayed the same public event in a very different light. And depending on which news outlet you read, you might have a different understanding of how that event unfolded.Bridie Jabour talks to the editor, Lenore Taylor, and the head of newsroom, Mike Ticher, about the political fallout from the Harbour Bridge protest
This week on The Real Story - 90,000 march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestine, but was anything really achieved? A Chinese national arrested in Canberra accused of being a spy - how will this affect Australia's rocky relationship with China and what is the superpower's end game? Plus Australia's national security and defence spending back in the spotlight as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS agreement. LINKS More info on Jen Parker Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Real Story - 90,000 march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestine, but was anything really achieved? A Chinese national arrested in Canberra accused of being a spy - how will this affect Australia's rocky relationship with China and what is the superpower's end game? Plus Australia's national security and defence spending back in the spotlight as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS agreement. LINKS More info on Jen Parker Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Real Story - 90,000 march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestine, but was anything really achieved? A Chinese national arrested in Canberra accused of being a spy - how will this affect Australia's rocky relationship with China and what is the superpower's end game? Plus Australia's national security and defence spending back in the spotlight as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS agreement. LINKS More info on Jen Parker Listen to Joe’s ‘Four The Record’ podcast with Tim Blackwell from Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial. Got a question for Joe? You can email us at therealstory@novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Police say 90, 000 people walked across the Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday, calling for peace in Gaza. So do protests make a difference? And on the same day, the TV Logie Awards were held and Jez was there. In a room full of "tv stars" he was amazed by the humility of so many people who spend their life on the television.Also actor Sydney Sweeney has been making headlines for a new ad campaign about genes and would we all feel lighter and calmer if we walked away from our phones?
A heated on-air debate erupted between Michael McLaren and Josh Lees, a lead organiser of the pro-Palestine march, over the message and cost of the Sydney Harbour Bridge protest. The confrontation reached a boiling point as Michael repeatedly pressed Lees to condemn Hamas, a question the organiser avoided.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are we in a toxic relationship with Carrie Bradshaw? Amelia is asking an important question as And Just Like That comes to an end. Plus, a new royal fiancé, the latest Prince Andrew exposé and the allegation that Prince Harry is firmly denying. Holly shares some royal scurrilous gossip. And, Skims has created the latest shapewear…for your face? Jessie has a theory about what's going on here that you need to hear. Donate to the hard-working aid organisations on the ground in Gaza: Unicef Plan International The World Central Kitchen Doctors Without BordersInternational Red Cross Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen: There’s A Reason You’re Stuck & Mia’s News Listen: Is It OK To Flirt Outside Of Your Relationship? Listen: How Do You Make A Baby? Jessie Has Questions. Listen: The Great Feminist Exhaustion & One Of Us Has No Charisma Listen: A 10 Year Age Gap & Small Town Judgement Listen: Meghan Sussex, Emma Grede & The Rebrand of 'Hustle' Listen: A Child Care Worker, An Arrest & The Backlash Against Male Educators Parenting Out Loud: Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime Story Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: How you can actually support civilians amid the Gaza crisis. The 10 off-screen moments you didn't see during the 2025 Logies. Every Aussie celebrity that Sam Pang targeted during his Logies monologue. How does Logies voting work? How the winners are chosen in 2025. TRIED AND TESTED: The Korean skincare version of Skims' viral new 'face shapewear'. Now the pomp and ceremony is over, King Charles has a big problem on his hands: Prince Andrew. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was a protest the New South Wales government and police tried to stop but couldn't.In the end, more than 100,000 protesters were permitted to walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge demanding an end to the war in Gaza. But should we be concerned that organisers had to fight in court for the right to hold the rally? Today, associate professor in law at the University of South Australia Sarah Moulds on our right to protest and the barriers in the way. Featured: Sarah Moulds, associate professor in law at the University of South Australia
Has bedtime turned into a nightly battle for you and your child who just can’t go to sleep? So many parents and kids are waking up tired. We’re taking a look at how hard it is for so many households across Australia to get a good night’s rest. And in headlines today, new protest laws may be introduced, or repealed, following the pro-Palestine rally across the Sydney Harbour Bridge; Krissy Barrett will make history as the first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police; Video has been released showing convicted killer Erin Patterson speaking with detectives at her dining table, nearly a month after her murder conviction; Starting August 20, the US will launch a pilot program allowing consular officers to require bonds of up to $23,200 AUD for certain tourist and business visa applicants; Australia’s beloved kids’ show Bluey may offer more than just entertainment, with experts saying it helps children develop important resilience skills. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here Listen to Well here For more information on children's sleep: Sleep Health Foundation GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Sasha Tannock & Tahli Blackman Guests: Dr Jen Walsh & Dr Cele Richardson Centre for Sleep Science, University of Western Australia Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tens of thousands marched over the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians, who say they're facing a new form of harassment in the West Bank.
An historic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become a powerful image of a nationwide protest movement in support of Palestinians in Gaza. More than 90,000 people braved rain storm conditions to walk the bridge and call for the Australian government to sanction Israel for their military actions in Gaza and the restriction of aid to the territory. Meanwhile, new aid efforts are hoping to turn the tide on sweeping starvation in Gaza.
A day after a massive pro-Palestinian march across Sydney Harbour Bridge that drew an estimated 90,000 people, politicians have reacted to the call for a ceasefire in Gaza. While the March for Humanity prompted safety concerns, organisers are calling it a resounding success and say it sends a potent message to Parliament.
A historic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become a powerful image of a nationwide protest movement in support of Palestinians in Gaza. More than 90,000 people braved rainstorm conditions to walk the bridge and call for the Australian government to sanction Israel for their military actions in Gaza and the restriction of aid to the territory.
Tens of thousands marched over the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians, who say they're facing a new form of harassment in the West Bank.
Listen to the Top News of 04/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
An historic march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge has become a powerful image of a nationwide protest movement in support of Palestinians in Gaza. More than 90,000 people braved rain storm conditions to walk the bridge and call for the Australian government to sanction Israel for their military actions in Gaza and the restriction of aid to the territory. Meanwhile, new aid efforts are hoping to turn the tide on sweeping starvation in Gaza. - سڈنی ہاربر برج پر فلسطینیوں کی حمایت میں ایک تاریخی مارچ ملک گیر احتجاجی تحریک کی ایک طاقتور تصویر بن چکا ہے۔90,000 سے زائد افراد بارش اور طوفانی موسم کے باوجوداحتجاجی ریلی میں جمع ہوئے تاکہ آسٹریلین حکومت پر زور دیا جا سکے کہ وہ غزہ میں اسرائیل کی فوجی کارروائیوں اور امداد کی بندش پر اسرائیل پر پابندیاں عائید کرے۔
Tens of thousands marched over the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians, who say they're facing a new form of harassment in the West Bank.
The president of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network Nasser Mashni has celebrated yesterday's protests, claiming over 300,000 people attended the protest at the Sydney Harbour Bridge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The successful pro-Palestine march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge marks a significant victory for Hamas in its "PR war", says Michael.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ugly fallout from the Sydney Harbour Bridge anti-Israel protest. Plus, another report says the Albanese Labor government will have to spend even more to reach its net zero by 2050 targets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's National Missing Persons Week, a time when families, advocates and police come together to remember the Australians who are long-term missing and call for new information that could bring answers. Plus, Mamamia's cheating survey asked readers why, when and how infidelity happens; and the results reveal some surprising patterns about who cheats and the red flags we wish we weren't so good at spotting. And in headlines today, Australia will provide an additional $20 million in humanitarian aid for women and children in Gaza, following the pro-Palestine protest on the Sydney Harbour Bridge; At least 27 people were shot dead by Israeli forces while trying to collect food in southern Gaza, and six more died of starvation, according to Palestinian officials; Emergency services are still searching for a 26-year-old woman swept away by floodwaters at Rothbury; Australia’s leading ladies shone at the 2025 Logie Awards, with Lynne McGranger taking home the Gold Logie and Magda Szubanski inducted into the Hall of Fame. Find out more about National Missing Persons week here Read more about our Mamamia cheating survey here THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman Guest: Raffaella Ciccarelli, Mamamia's News & Weekend Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pro-Palestine protesters allowed to march through the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Hamas releases gruesome footage of a surviving Israeli hostage. Plus, Donald Trump issues a fresh round of tariffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday Headlines: 100-thousand people march along the Sydney Harbour Bridge yesterday, Home and Away's Lynne McGranger takes out Gold Logie, Emergency crews launch desperate search for passengers on board missing plane, Australian Defence Force increases staff levels through social media and gaming, and Robert Irwin and Nigella Lawson faces of new Tourism Australia campaign. Deep Dive: The Australian gas sector makes billions off our natural resources each year, yet over half is being given away and exported for free, with little to no benefit for the everyday Aussie. It’s been described as a loophole by some, “the great gas scam” by others, with taxpayers estimated to be missing out on $13 billion because of it. And we're not just missing out on money, it’s also costing us cash, with the gas sector and untapped exports contributing to surging gas and electricity prices too. In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks with independent senator David Pocock on what’s behind the costly problem, and what it’ll take to fix it. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to the Top News of 03/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
90,000 protesters march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza, the federal government has now committed more aid money to Gaza, France's Pauline Ferrand-Prevot wins the Tour de France Femmes.
Another wet day in Sydney, a day on which an estimated 100,000+ of us walked across Sydney Harbour Bridge to protest Israel's starvation and genocide of Gaza, the occupation, the killing of children, and Australia's complicity. It was clearly more …Read more »
Sydney Harbour Bridge set to close as protesters draw attention to Gaza; Indigenous leaders praise the federal government's new economic partnership plan; And in sport, The Wallabies win their third match against the British and Irish Lions.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese set to speak at the Garma festival; The Supreme Court to decide if pro-Palestinian protest on Sydney Harbour Bridge can go ahead; And in netball, Melbourne Vixens prepare to take on the West Coast Fever in the Super Netball grand final.
Save Public Housing Rally here II Hank, from the Save Public Housing Collective, talks about the rally set to start at 11am Saturday 2 Aug to call a halt to the the demolition of 44 Public Housing Towers which will evict 10,000 residence in a housing crisis.Voices for Palestine here II We hear from Josh Lees and Hannah Thomas on the eve of the Sydney Harbour Bridge walk against genocide.The Count's Winter Season here II Chelsea Wilson joins us from the Count's Jazz Club to let us know about what is happening on Wednesday's in the South East when it comes to jazz and live performance.This is the week here II Kevin excels himself in picking through the news of the week.Justice Not Jails NT here II we are joined by Ace and Anna from NT - Justice Not Jails in a response to the frankly inhumane and dictatoral laws past by the NT government in it;s out right war against First Nations Youth.
Michael McLaren argues it's not about silencing protest, but about where it happens. He says that using major infrastructure like the Sydney Harbour Bridge for protests crosses the line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More nations have announced they'll recognise a Palestinian State in September - but only if Israel doesn't meet their conditions for peace first, raising questions about whether Australia will follow suit. Plus, are you always early or perpetually running late? We explore the science of "time personalities" and why your relationship with punctuality might actually be your secret superpower. Listen to more from Gaza here And in headlines today, a 61-year-old grandmother from New South Wales is among the first Australians to receive a breakthrough treatment for early Alzheimer’s disease; The National Student Ombudsman may launch a major review into how universities in Australia handle gender-based violence; The Palastine Action Group is seeking to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge this Sunday in protest of what it calls deliberate mass starvation in Gaza; Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will publish a memoir on September 23. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman Guest: Dr Jessica Genauer, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Flinders University Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the deadline for the United States' temporary suspension of tariffs approaching on August 12, Australia's push for a full exemption is facing increasing challenges. Protesters planning a demonstration on the Sydney Harbour Bridge this Sundaysay they'll fight any attempt to block it. United Nations conference discussing a two-state solution for peace between Israel and Palestine has begun in New York. - アメリカによる関税の一時停止措置の期限が8月12日に迫る中、オーストラリアが目指す「完全な免除」の実現は、厳しさを増しています。今週日曜日、シドニーハーバーブリッジで親パレスチナ派の抗議デモを計画しているグループは、中止を求められても、受け入れない構えです。イスラエルとパレスチナの2国家共存による和平実現に向けた国連の会議がニューヨークで始まりました。
NSW Police have denied approval for Sunday's planned protest on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, citing public safety risks and major traffic disruption.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, Alex Ryvchin, has reacted to the pro-Palestine protesters' plan to march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the 9News podcast. A snapshot of the latest stories from the9News team including Childcare regulations to be nationalised, Sydney Harbour Bridge protest 'not possible' at short notice and new details about a police shooting in Queensland The biggest news stories in less than 10 minutes delivered three times a day,with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribenow to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've all heard the phrase ‘the show must go on'. But when shouldn't the show go on? To help me answer that, I'm speaking to someone who has spent 35 years managing some of Australia's most iconic large-scale events — from Taylor Swift concerts to public city spectacles with crowds over 200,000, and corporate experiences — and has often faced the question: when should the show really stop?My guest is Iain Morrison, wh,o as well as having a background in events, is now the CEO of a startup that builds hyper‑accurate 3D and VR plans for event venues.Episode SummaryIn this episode, I dig into what happens when the entertainment world's credo — “the show must go on” — becomes a liability, and what it feels like backstage to carry that kind of responsibility. Iain explains the importance of having show‑stop protocols long before trouble arrives — whether it's crowd crush, heart attacks in the crowd, or approaching severe weather. He explains how event organisers need to make decisions in advance so that nobody freezes under pressure, and ensure everyone is aligned on who can stop the show, and how and when to restart it. We also delve into the emotional toll of the event industry — the brutal hours, constant touring, adrenaline highs, and the realities of burnout. Ian talks candidly about putting people at risk by cutting critical breaks and how easily event teams can burn out. Finally, he walks me through his pivot: building a tech startup that uses 3D planning and virtual models to give event teams a fully visual planning tool — reducing surprises, improving safety, and supporting better decisions from the very first draft. GUEST BIOGRAPHYIain is an event manager with over three decades of experience in running major concerts, festivals, and public spectacles across Australia. He has helped deliver live shows for acts like Taylor Swift, U2, Foo Fighters, major public events on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Domain Concert series, with crowds ranging from 5,000 to over 200,000. From high school theatre beginnings to early work at Opera Australia and the Sydney Opera House, Ian transitioned into corporate events, the Olympics, and large public outdoor events. He has worked in high-pressure environments where crowd safety, terrorism threats, public order, and weather call-offs were part of the job on a daily basis. About two years ago, he moved from event delivery to event technology — as CEO and co‑founder of The Imagination Collaborative, Ian now leads a startup building hyper‑accurate 3D and VR planning tools. These digital twins help event teams visualise venue layouts, crowd flows, sightlines, signage, camera positions, evacuation routes and more—before anything is built on site.AI-GENERATED TIMESTAMPED SUMMARY[00:00:00] Introduction[00:02:00] Ian's backstory: school theatre → university → Opera House → major events[00:05:00] Scale of events: from 5,000 attendees to crowds of over 200,000[00:08:00] Types of risk at live events: crowd crush, terrorism threats, medical events[00:12:00] Why events remain largely unregulated worldwide[00:15:00] Concept of a “show stop”: planning for what enables safe cancellation or pause[00:20:00] Decision‑making under stress: protocols versus ego-based pressure[00:25:00] Real scenarios: thunderstorms, crowd reaction, and restart challenges[00:28:00] Emotional cost on crews: burnout, long hours, compressed touring schedules[00:32:00] Industry taboo around mental health and burnout; making it safer for staff[00:36:00] Ian's use of social media to spark conversations on stress, safety and standards[00:40:00] Introduction to Ian's startup: detailed planning with 3D environments and VR[00:44:00] How the tool works: drone scans, venue models, client interaction in virtual space[00:48:00] Benefits: fewer surprises, better sightlines, optimised signage, cost savings[00:51:00] Future plans: integrating crowd simulation, digital twin models, global expansion[00:55:00] Final reflections: the trade‑offs of delivering magic vs ensuring safety[00:57:00] Wrap‑upLINKS Iain on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iainmorrison1/Iain's website - https://iainmorrison.global/ Iain's startup, The Imagination Collaborative - https://www.theimaginationcollaborative.com/
Motorists crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel will face increased tolls starting tomorrow, marking only the second price rise in 16 years for these iconic crossings. Peak period southbound trips on the Bridge will increase by 14 cents to $4.41, with smaller increases for off-peak and evening travel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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With special guest: Chris Hammer… in conversation with Bill Kable Sometimes the world of fiction overlaps our day to day life. In speaking with our guest today Chris Hammer we find out that Chris is interested himself in how the characters in his new book Trust will deal with the real life problem of the Covid 19 crisis. As well as Covid there is reference in the book to the 2019/2020 bushfires that swept the nation in unprecedented fury. One of the greatest charms in reading Chris Hammer’s best-selling books is that there is authenticity. For Australians that means familiarity with the settings on the coast and in rural areas for previous books. In Trust the setting is Sydney but not the postcard Sydney in the shadow of the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This is the real Sydney populated by real people. Overseas readers are also drawn to this picture of the real Australia and Chris is delighted that his work has been translated into other languages so people in other countries can learn about us. Podcast (mp3)
When Linda Burney gave her first speech to Parliament in 2003, she spoke of growing up Aboriginal in a country where your reflection in the mirror was "at best ugly and distorted, and at worst non-existent".It's a moment that encapsulates "the fighting Wiradjuri spirit" Linda brings to all facets of her life — a spirit tested through decades of battles, personal tragedies, and the complex balance between symbolic gestures and practical outcomes.Today, Linda reflects on this National Reconciliation Week, and discusses her long career in state and federal politics and her life post-retirement.
Linda Burney discusses her long career in state and federal politics, her continued advocacy for the First Nations community, and her life post-retirement.
Il tema scelto per questa edizione è "Bridging Now to Next", un invito a riflettere sul legame costante tra passato, presente e futuro.
May 28th marks 25 years since the Walk for Reconciliation across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the year 2000. Frances Rings, proud Kokatha woman and Artistic Director of Bangarra Dance Theatre, was reporting live for SBS on the day and shares her personal reflections with NITV Radio.
In this episode, we once again return to the Christ myth, in our search for the devil in Science Fiction with The Matrix. The Christ Myth is usually the story of a chosen one, a demi god, not exactly god but more than human with supernatural powers coming to rescue us all from evil. I would argue, Matrix is the most blatant and obvious of our Christ myth stories. Special guest stars include Keanu Reeves, Thomas Anderson, Neo, Kung Fu, Trinity, John the Baptist, Morpheus, Jesus, River Jordan, red pill, Roman, Ovid, Metamorphoses, Cypher, Rolling Stones, Beatles, Oasis, Blur, Niki Minaj, Lil' Kim, Agent Smith, Wachowskis, Geocites, Sydney, 2000 Olympics, Australia, Melbourne, Athens, Greeks, Olympic Games, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, George Lucas, Star Wars, The Phantom Menace, September 11, 2001, #666 #SketchComedy #Sketch #Comedy #Sketch Comedy #Atheist #Science #History #Atheism #Antitheist #ConspiracyTheory #Conspiracy #Conspiracies #Sceptical #Scepticism #Mythology #Religion #Devil #Satan #Satanism #Satanist #Skeptic #Debunk #Illuminati #Podcast #funny #sketch #skit #comedy #comedyshow #comedyskits #HeavyMetal #weird #leftist #SatanIsMySuperhero #ScienceFiction #SciFiSend us a text
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HECTIC AI SHOWNOTES CAUSE WE ARE LAZY, GOBBLESS. Enjoy! The Two Jacks - Episode 109: Election Update, Tariff Tremors & Online PolicingHosted by: Hong Kong Jack & Jack the InsiderWelcome to Episode 109 of The Two Jacks! This week, Jack and Jackdive into the thick of the Australian federal election, dissect President Trump's latest tariff moves, debate the policing of online speech, and touch on French politics, climate action, and sports.Key Topics Discussed:Australian Federal Election (00:00:20)Campaign Update: Entering the second week.Polling: Labor showing potential for a majority (News Poll 52-48), similar to other polls (51-49 to 52-48), despite a low primary vote (~32.5%). Recalls Labor's 2022 win with a similar primary vote.Leaders' Debate: Discussion of the Sky News debate between Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese. Joel views it as a draw, though Albanese was declared the winner by audience vote (approx. 44-35).Campaign Weaknesses (00:17:45): Both Jacks agree the campaign lacks substance, particularly on crucial issues like productivity and housing affordability. They note the difficulty for citizens needing to live far from CBDs (e.g., South Morang vs. Fitzroy historically) and criticize the parties for avoiding hard decisions.US Tariffs & Global Economy (00:28:00 & 00:48:04)Trump's Tariff Policy: Discussion on the imposition and subsequent 90-day delay of new tariffs on countries like Vietnam (47%), the Philippines (17%), and others. Standard 10% tariff remains elsewhere.Negotiations: Reports of Vietnam, Thailand, and Japan engaging or preparing to negotiate, though Trump's claims about eagerness are questioned. Japan plans a "comprehensive response."Market Impact (00:30:08): Initial $9 trillion market loss, followed by a significant S&P 500 recovery (largest since 2008, but still below January levels). Oil prices jumped, and US bond yields fell, raising debt crisis concerns. Jack emphasizes the importance of bond yields (cost of borrowing for the US government).Motivations & Consequences (00:40:07): Is it an assertion of US economic muscle? Jack notes bipartisan support for the idea (feeling the US gets the short end), but the hosts critique the erratic rollout. Potential consequences include US inflation, slowed GDP growth, and job losses.Listener Feedback (Lawrence) (00:48:04): Criticizes the "schizophrenic" messaging (tariffs fixing jobs and deficits simultaneously) and the floated (but unconfirmed by Trump admin) idea of abolishing income tax.Outlook: Potential shift towards multilateral trade negotiations among other countries.Listener Feedback: ABC Radio (00:45:51)Listener Lawrence reflects on the Jacks' previous comments about changes at ABC Radio, noting a perceived shift in their stance from wanting "new blood" to "bemoaning changes."Joel's Clarification: Concern is about management bringing in people with FM radio backgrounds lacking national broadcaster experience, not against new faces generally.Jack's Clarification: Agrees on needing turnover ("new voices") but questions the strategy of chasing a youth demographic on ABC Radio, suggesting consolidation of the existing audience is better.Social Media Censorship & Online Dangers (UK Focus) (00:51:20)UK Arrests: Report from The Times: British police making ~33 arrests daily in 2023/24 for "offensive" online posts causing "annoyance, inconvenience or anxiety" (12,183 arrests total), a 58% rise since 2019.Policing Concerns: Many arrests lead to questioning and release without charge, raising questions about efficient use of police resources. Jack mentions the decriminalization of burglary adding context.Historical Context (00:54:31): Jack traces the issue back to the late 1990s and the concept of "non-crime hate incidents" arising from the Stephen Lawrence inquiry, arguing it introduced subjectivity and inconsistency compared to investigating objective crimes. He critiques arresting people before establishing if a crime occurred.Nuance & Online Harms (00:56:40): Joel notes arrests might relate to other offenses alongside "malicious communications." While agreeing trivial cases waste resources, he highlights the dark side of social media, including severe online bullying (mentions group "764-JAC") and stalking, arguing police surveillance is needed for serious threats.Under-16 Social Media Ban (01:02:37): Joel reflects on the Albanese government's ban, admitting he initially opposed it but is reconsidering due to the severity of online harms affecting children.French Politics Update (01:03:47)Far-right leader Marine Le Pen vows presidential run, controversially comparing herself to Martin Luther King Jr. and Alexei Navalny.Jordan Bardella (29 y.o. National Rally Chairman) emerges as a potential alternative, stating he could run if Le Pen is unable. Both Jacks see this as a likely and possibly strategically better outcome for the party.Climate Action & Protests (01:06:00)Discussion on Extinction Rebellion protests (e.g., Sydney Harbour Bridge closure) and their effectiveness versus public disruption.Critique of proposed policies like banning private jets or frequent flyer taxes as unworkable and unhelpful grandstanding.Jack jokes he's the "Greta Thunberg of Hong Kong" due to his low carbon footprint (no car, little travel).Sporting RoundupCricket (01:10:00): Sheffield Shield Final recap (Victoria vs WA), WA wins due to finishing top after a draw. Historical anecdote about Bill Ponsford's marathon innings in the 1948 final. Marcus Harris's recent form (161 in Shield, 138 for Lancashire).AFL (01:19:30): Discussion on Tasmania's potential AFL team, stadium funding debates, and the Gather Round concept's success in South Australia and potential future locations.Final Listener Note & Sign Off (01:29:46)Listener CD provides follow-up on a previous discussion about Basil Zempilis, noting his uncle (Con Zempilis) was the Chief Stipendiary Magistrate for Western Australia.The Jacks wrap up Episode 109.