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Australia Matters

The Australia Institute
Australia
Donald Trump
United States
AUKUS
Inflation
Climate Change
Australia Institute
Reserve Bank Of Australia
China
Iran
Trump Administration
Housing Crisis
Housing Affordability
Capital Gains Tax
Democracy
Housing Market
Nuclear Weapons
Gas Export Tax
Productivity
Interest Rates

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Recent Guests

Assaad Razzouk
Renewable energy businessman, host of The Angry Clean Energy Guy podcast
Angry Clean Energy Guy (podcast host)
Episode: Is the fossil fuel industry facing an “imminent extinction event”?
Matt Bevan
Host of ABC's If You're Listening, author of a podcast/book with the same name
ABC / Australasian media
Episode: Matt Bevan on the midterms and where Trump’s money comes from
Anna Fifield
Kiwi journalist and foreign affairs analyst, runs the Between Giants newsletter
The Australia Institute podcast guest; former The Washington Post and Financial Times journalist
Episode: Trump administration chips away at independent media, faith in democracy
Richard Denniss
Co-CEO of the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: After the landslide: Australian politics since the 2025 election
Fergus Green
Associate Professor, Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy, University College London; Honorary Senior Fellow, Melbourne Law School
University College London; Melbourne Law School
Episode: The Safeguard Mechanism is failing miserably
Frances Medlock
Policy and Law Reform Lawyer and Master's student
University College London
Episode: The Safeguard Mechanism is failing miserably
Anna Chang
Editor of The Point
The Point
Episode: What’s the Point of One Nation?
Amy Remeikis
Australia Institute Chief Political Analyst
Australia Institute
Episode: Australians overwhelmingly back abortion access, but the politics are getting more toxic
Hamdi Jama
Australia Institute Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Australia Institute
Episode: Australians overwhelmingly back abortion access, but the politics are getting more toxic

Hosts

Angus Blackman
Host with a focus on economics and policy analysis.
Emma Shortis
Host and policy analyst focusing on international affairs.
Elinor Johnston-Leek
Senior Content Producer contributing policy context and synthesis.
Greg Jericho
Chief Economist providing economic analysis and data-driven insights.
Ebony Bennett
Host and journalist with focus on politics and policy explanation.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Credible and light

    I’m loving the light banter while delivering credible, hard hitting home truths to power. Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Enviro-Boomer
    Australia9 months ago
  • Waste of time

    No better than the MSM on foreign affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Robyn Gilbertson
    Australiaa year ago

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Guests and hosts deliver sharp, well-researched takes that challenge official narratives.
Tone blends humor with serious policy discussion, helpful for sponsors seeking thoughtful engagement.
Credible and light: listeners appreciate the mix of accessible analysis with hard-hitting policy truth.
Some listeners feel it's not as broad as mainstream outlets on foreign affairs.

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Talking Points

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BONUS | What's the point of a gas export tax?
Q: What is the basic problem with how gas is taxed or not taxed in Australia?
Gas is exported from commonwealth waters with little to no royalties and then taxed minimally, leading to enormous profits for foreign shareholders and insufficient revenue flowing back to Australians.
Trump administration chips away at independent media, faith in democracy
Q: Given the conversations about China, what is New Zealand's position on balancing economic ties with critical scrutiny of China's actions in the Pacific?
Anna explains that New Zealand has long leveraged a cautious approach toward China due to economic ties, but there is increasing willingness to speak out on issues like Hong Kong and Xinjiang, and to collaborate regionally to diversify partnerships and reduce vulnerability to coercion.
Trump administration chips away at independent media, faith in democracy
Q: How do you see New Zealand and Australia's relationship with the United States influencing your region's approach to diplomacy, especially in light of this shift in public opinion?
Anna notes a complicated but evolving stance in the region: while traditional allies are still valued, there is growing skepticism toward US policy, balanced with active diplomacy in the Pacific and a push to strengthen regional collaborations beyond a solely security-focused lens.
Trump administration chips away at independent media, faith in democracy
Q: I wanted to start, Anna, by asking you, of course you have pretty extensive experience in the American media, especially given your time at The Washington Post. You've had now a bit of time out of that, and I guess some time to reflect on the state of things. So I wanted to start by asking you, I guess, how you feel, what your sense of the state of media is generally, but particularly media in the US.
Anna shares that the US media landscape has undergone significant consolidation and layoffs, with traditional pillars like the Washington Post being eroded by billionaire-owned outlets and political influence, which undermines public trust and pluralism in news.
BONUS | What's the point of One Nation?
Q: Hi, Richard. Why do you think One Nation is so popular at the moment?
Richard explains that Hanson's longevity on immigration issues and global relevance of immigration debates help sustain support, while discontent with major parties' handling of economics and regional issues fuels sympathy for One Nation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Australia Matters

What is Australia Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently covers macro policy, economics, and geopolitics through a skeptical, policy-forward lens. Recurring topics include housing policy, taxation, inflation, energy, and national security, with regular guests from think tanks, academia, and policy institutes. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex policy debates into clear, accessible analysis while challenging official narratives, making it a strong fit for listeners who want pragmatic insights behind the headlines. The format often pairs rigorous data-driven context with candid, sometimes sharp commentary, which can be especially valuable for decision-makers evaluating policy impacts, sponsorship alignment with public-interest journalism, or listeners seek... more

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