A Rational Fear
Dan IlicLaughing in the face of fear. Comedians and experts rip into the news. It's #QandA on crack.
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| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 249 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy InterviewsComedyEarth SciencesScience | |||
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Only podcast with 2 male hosts that I listen to (until they both are cancelled)
Apple Podcasts5someone_took_my_nickname
Australia6 months ago - Had to unsubscribe
Disappointing to hear their guest say they wished Kamala was more supportive of a genocidal apartheid state - I can’t support a show that endorses those kinds of views. A real shame because it’s hard to find decent Australian political commentary.
Apple Podcasts2A.M-Australia2 years ago - Dan Ilic is the best.
It’s hard to understate how much Dan Ilic puts into A Rational Fear — you can hear the sweat through the headphones. He’s such a legend, and often writes in 3rd person.
Apple Podcasts5Ranger DanAustralia2 years ago - Climate Action Now!!!
Still the best show for keeping up with climate action without falling into a pit of despair Xox
Apple Podcasts5Andre_X77Australia3 years ago - Great content
Great content, funny side of the most depressing subjects. Quite repeatitive format at times becomes bit boring.
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Apple Podcasts | #136 | Australia/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #237 |  Italy/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Ukraine/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #82 |  Israel/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #92 |  Taiwan/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #190 |  Indonesia/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
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This show blends sharp political satire with in-depth interviews and expert analysis to unpack current events, policy debates, and media dynamics in Australia (and beyond). Episodes skew toward climate policy, energy transitions, media integrity, and the politics of public communication, all delivered with quick wit and a conversational host style. Frequent guests range from former politicians and policy insiders to investigative journalists and comedians, yielding a mix of insider insights, accessible explainers, and entertaining counterpoints. A standout aspect is the willingness to tackle heavyweight topics—like defamation cases, disinformation, and regulatory reforms—through humorous framing, making complex issues approachable for engag... more
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1. Henry Bretz
2. Thom Woodroofe
3. Michael West
4. Ed Husic
5. Malcolm Turnbull
6. Ed Coper
7. Kay Hook
8. Kate Hook
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