Politics with Michelle Grattan
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Politics with Michelle Grattan
The Conversation's Chief Political Correspondent Michelle Grattan talks politics with politicians and experts, from Capital Hill.
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Pollster Tony Barry on why the Coalition can’t risk ‘lurching to the right’
The former Liberal strategist turned pollster says the Coalition has become "catastrophically uncompetitive" with women and younger voters.

Andrew Jakubowicz on repairing our 'fragile' multicultural nation
The multiculturalism expert says increased tensions since the October 7 attacks have raised 'the tideline of hate speech' in Australia.
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James Paterson on Andrew Hastie, Sussan Ley and himself
Opposition finance spokesman James Paterson canvasses the economy and the budget, says the Liberals need to sort out its stance on net zero sooner rat...

Former diplomat Ian Parmeter on an Israel-led 'one-state solution'
The former Australian ambassador turned scholar says despite more countries recognising Palestine as a state, a peaceful two-state solution is slippin...

Tony Wood on 'politics trumping climate policy' and the hard road ahead
The energy expert says Australia's only on track to cut its emissions by around 50% by 2035 – 'so we're going to have to step up the pace' in the next...

Abul Rizvi on how silence and stalling stoke anti-migrant fears
A former deputy secretary of the immigration department under the Howard government says 'it's time politicians on both sides pulled up their socks'.<...

Health Minister Mark Butler on kids on the NDIS through to aged care funding
The health minister also says fewer kids are now vaping because of the government's ban, which 'exploded' as a health problem during the COVID years.<...

Shadow Treasurer Ted O'Brien and industry chief Andrew McKellar's reform wish list
Both men say the government has a 'spending problem' and are urging the federal government to think beyond raising taxes – especially for business.

Union boss Sally McManus on the push for shorter work hours in the age of AI
McManus doesn't expect instant wins on shorter work hours from next week's economic summit, but says it still needs to be on the table – along with AI...

Jim Chalmers wants roundtable to 'crack open' the challenge of slow housing approvals
Housing is on the agenda at next week's productivity roundtable, with the Treasurer wanting better regulation and faster approvals to build more homes...

Talking about 'blokes' issues' with ex-Olympian and Labor MP Dan Repacholi
The former five-time Olympic shooter and coal miner wants men of all ages not to be afraid of speaking about their health – as he used to be.
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YouTube, podcasters and leading economists: Allegra Spender on how she's trying to influence tax reform
The influential crossbench MP warns young working people are going backwards financially. She also backs the government's proposed YouTube ban for kid...

Chris Bowen on why it's ‘a little frustrating’ bidding for COP 31
We're joined on this podcast by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen who outlines Australia's ongoing energy transition.
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Malcolm Turnbull on Australia's 'dumb' defence debate
The former prime minister warns debate about national security has 'never been dumber' – and AUKUS risks costing Australia far more than anyone wants...

Larissa Waters on why we deserve more than a government that just tinkers
With the government's big win at the election, how hard will the Greens push on legislation this term. We ask new leader Senator Larissa Waters.

Kerrynne Liddle on seizing more opportunities with Indigenous Australians
The shadow minister for Indigenous Australians and social services says we need 'unpleasant conversations' to achieve real outcomes – like keeping fam...

Treasury veteran Ken Henry on the "enormous damage" the tax system does to young people
Former secretary of the Treasury Ken Henry joins us to talk about his 40+ years experience in working to reform Australia's tax system.
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An 'impatient' Jim Chalmers on taking political risks in Labor's second term
From new ways to fast-track cheaper homes and renewable energy to bigger tax reforms, Treasurer Jim Chalmers tells the podcast his door is open for fr...

Senator Tammy Tyrrell on wild days in Tasmania
On the podcast this week we're joined by Independent Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell to discuss chaotic state of politics on the Apple Isle.
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Historian Emma Shortis warns against falling into Trump's trade traps
Ahead of Anthony Albanese's likely first meeting with Donald Trump this month, a US politics expert says 'begging' for lower tariffs would be a mistak...

Zoe McKenzie on everything that went wrong and whether a gender quota could help the Liberals
We're joined by Liberal Zoe McKenzie who was elected to the Melbourne electorate of Flinders in 2022. She joins us to talk about the Liberal party fut...

Jim Chalmers on keeping Australia out of recession amid the 'dark shadow' of global instability
From super changes to avoiding recession, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers joins the podcast to discuss the government's priorities when Parziament retu...

Andrew Leigh on more productive work in the age of AI
Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh is charged with lifting Australia's stagnant productivity. He says AI may help us do less drudge work, such as sending...

David Pocock wants us to aim for up 90% reduction in emissions
David Pocock joins us today to talk about the new Senate situation, his aspirations for the next three years and the election generally.
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The post mortem: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
The election's over, it's a resounding win for Labor, but what now? How will the Liberal party rebuild?
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Culture wars and costings: election special podcast with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Pollster Kos Samaras on how voters are leaving the major parties behind
Ex-Labor strategist turned pollster Kos Samaras says both major parties have been slow in adapting to this year's huge pre-poll voter turnout.
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Scares and stunts in the home stretch: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Politics with Michelle Grattan: historian Frank Bongiorno on dramatic shifts in how elections are fought and won
From handling town hall hecklers to swaying voters through podcasts and online algorithms, Australian election campaigns have transformed in recent ge...

Two blunders and tap dancing with the truth: election special podcast with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Warwick McKibbin on trying to model economic certainty in uncertain times
Joining us from Washington DC is Warwick McKibbin, an internationally renowned economic modeller from the ANU whose services are now in high demand.

DOGEy Dutton and a dull debate: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Hugh White on what the next PM should tell Trump and defending Australia – without the US
Defence expert Hugh White says Australia should leave AUKUS and plan to "take responsibility for our own security", without relying on the US coming t...

What it's like to be showered with Trump dust: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Kos Samaras on polls and the people who'll decide this election
Kos Samaras, a director of the political consultancy firm Redbridge and a former Labor Party official joins to talk about the polls and the parties pr...

It’s on: tracking policies and truth in advertising. Election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
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Jim Chalmers and Angus Taylor on tax top-ups and budget bottom lines
On this podcast we are joined by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor to talk about the budget.
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Negotiating with the Greens and negotiating with Trump: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
Michelle Grattan and The Conversation's Politics Editor Amanda Dunn discuss the big issues of the week and answer your questions.
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Barbara Pocock on the Greens' policy priorities
With the polls close to a dead heat, would the Greens push a potential minority Labor government even harder to pursue their agenda?

Tariffs, a tricky road for Dutton and the future of Pine Gap: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
Michelle Grattan and The Conversation's Politics Editor Amanda Dunn discuss the big issues of the week and answer your questions.
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