
The United States we thought we knew is gone. And it isn’t coming back.
Every week on After America, Dr Emma Shortis examines the second Trump presidency, its impact at home and abroad, and how Australia can help shape our rapidly changing world for the better.
Presented by the Australia Institute.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 119 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||

What might the midterms mean for an historically unpopular president?
On this episode of After America, Chas Licciardello joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the latest from the midterm primaries, the “civil war” between democratic socialist and estab... more
If the United States government isn’t caring for its own military personnel, how could policymakers expect the US to come to Australia’s aid?
On this episode of After America, Dr Emma Shortis and Angus Blackman discuss concerning reports about cond... more
The Australian government constantly talks up the international rules-based order – but its willingness to uphold the principles that underpin it is inconsistent at best.
Human rights lawyer Chris Sidoti joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the UN Inde... more
Fragile men in government and tech are supercharging misogyny in the United States and beyond.
Linda Robinson, author of Women in Power: Fighting for Democracy in an Age of Authoritarianism, joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the misogyny of the Trum... more
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The factual content of this podcast is quite good, but I almost can't stand the delivery sometimes, which can be quite petty and snarky
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I thoroughly this episode. I Didn’t want it to end. I really love your work!
I think the challenge with this kind of content is reporting information and opinion without leaving the listener feeling helpless or depressed. I’ve had enough.
Regurgitating the usual stuff
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Listeners engage with sharp, globally minded analysis of US politics, international law, and Australia's strategic role in the world. Episodes frequently center US presidential dynamics, Australia–US alliance, Aukus, and regional security, paired with rigorous debates on democracy, governance, and policy responses. Notable is the engagement of high‑profile policy experts, journalists, and former diplomats, offering both scholarly and on‑the‑ground perspectives. The show tends to attract listeners who value evidence‑based discussion, cross‑regional analysis, and nuanced critiques of power, markets, and foreign policy. Potential sponsors and guests will likely find a thoughtful, policy‑driven audience that prefers well‑curated, academically i... more
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