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Cut Through

Crikey
2025 Federal Election
Labor Party
Peter Dutton
Australia
Crikey
Tariffs
Housing Policy
Curtin
Barowa
Gilmore
Nuclear Power
Minority Government
Liberal Party
Global Trade
Pork Barreling
Donald Trump
Independent Candidates
Greens Party
AUKUS
NSW Labor Government

Cut Through is Crikey’s spin-free analysis of Australian news, politics and power. Each week we break down the biggest news stories, stripping away the noise to bring you the information that really matters. Join us every Friday to get your talking points delivered the Crikey way.

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Latest Episodes

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The “media-baiting” tactics of neo-Nazi groups was on brutal display at the March for Australia rallies last Sunday, with many traditional and new media outlets suckered in to amplifying their hate-filled agenda. How can journalists do responsible re... more

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Recent Guests

Bernard Keane
Politics Editor at Crikey
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Episode: Week Three: Housing policy in the worst election ever
Sophie Black
Editor-in-Chief at Crikey
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Episode: Week Three: Housing policy in the worst election ever

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Crystal Andrews
Host and Politics Editor at Crikey, overseeing content related to Australian elections and political analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Great stuff, hope it becomes a more permanent, regular podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JimKarnage
    a month ago
  • Love it!

    Love this podcast, please keep releasing episodes! Aus media is mostly trash but I appreciate your analysis and insights : )

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AKDV395
    Australia4 months ago
  • Yes to more

    Yes please do more Crikey podcasts! I don’t always have time to read your excellent analysis of what’s important to know in the world, so being able to listen would be very helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EvenstarWellbeing
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great show!

    So hope you continue doing this. It’s great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoloSolo1999
    Japan5 months ago
  • By Crikey it’s good

    Balanced, intelligent look at the issues and the people. The way only Crikey knows how to tell it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeithMac63
    Australia5 months ago

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Many express gratitude for the straightforward and informative content that helps them stay informed about the election.
Some viewers seek more polished production values, though they value authentic discussions over formulaic presentations.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and unbiased coverage of political events and issues.

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Week One: Tariffs, trade wars, and Trump
Q: Is that how you see it as well? Do you think that the public is reading it that way?
The public seems dissatisfied, craving more vision and bravery from their leaders.
Week One: Tariffs, trade wars, and Trump
Q: What does it mean to be a leader in this moment, no less a leader fighting for a federal election, while something so pivotal and so significant and relatively outside of their control?
It requires a visionary leader to address the upcoming global trade challenges and adjust national policies accordingly.
Week Two: Is the minority government ‘dream’ dead?
Q: Do you think that what has happened in NSW this week is going to have an impact at all on the federal election?
Health is always crucial, and voters do tend to separate state and federal issues, meaning this issue may not negatively impact Labor significantly.

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What is Cut Through about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes provide a thorough analysis of Australia's 2025 federal election, featuring discussions on key electoral issues, party dynamics, and significant policy debates. Listeners can expect insights into the effects of campaigning strategies, housing policies, and the implications of the major parties' positions, alongside a review of the role of independents and minor parties. The hosts are dedicated to delivering unbiased and succinct breakdowns of political events, making this podcast a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of the election landscape.

What sets the podcast apart is its commitment to delivering independent analysis while fostering dialogue among journalists, shedding light on both the polit... more

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1. Democracy Sausage with Mark Kenny
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Cut Through launched 3 years ago and published 46 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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