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Democracy Sausage with Mark Kenny

The Australian National University
Australia
Myanmar
Aung San Suu Kyi
Human Rights
Democracy
Sean Turnell
Ma Thida
Politics
Scott Morrison
Australian Labor Party
Military Junta
Trade Unions
Conscription
PEN International
Rohingya
Peter Dutton
Queensland
A Little History Of the Australian Labor Party
Pentecostalism
Catholicism

Mark Kenny takes a weekly look at politics and public affairs with expert analysis and discussion from researchers at The Australian National University and beyond.

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Latest Episodes

What are the legal implications of Australia's participation in the Gulf? Is International Law being undermined by the US? How are the powers of influence tipping the scales of justice?

Leading international law expert Donald Rothwell joins Democrac... more

What were the domestic pressures in Israel and the US for attacking the Iranian regime? Has the international rules-based order been permanently eroded or is the current conflict lawful? How does the Australian government plan consular service respon... more

Can Angus Taylor rebuild public confidence in the Liberal Party and will Migration play out well for them? What are the risks for Angus Taylor in the Farrer by-election? Will One Nation capitalise on the disarray in the Liberal party?

‘Live to tape’ ... more

How long does Angus Taylor and the Liberal party have to redefine themselves in a changed electoral landscape? Can the major parties develop serious policy in the era of grievance politics? What is ‘cross-cutting cleavage’?

With a new opposition lead... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Intifar Chowdhury
Lecturer in government at Flinders University and expert on youth voting patterns
Flinders University
Episode: Conservative cleavage
Dr. Richard Denniss
Co-CEO of the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Conservative cleavage
Sally Sitou
Member for Reid in inner Western Sydney
Parliament of Australia
Episode: Building social cohesion
Jason Falinski
Former member of the Liberal Party and political analyst
Liberal Party
Episode: Anatomy of a conservative crisis
Sean Kelly
Author of the Quarterly Essay, 'The Good Fight, What Does Labor Stand For?'
Episode: Fighting the good fight?
David Pocock
Independent Senator for the ACT
Australian Senate
Episode: Gas, gambling and governance
Troy Bramston
Author of 'The Vista of the New', a biography on Gough Whitlam.
Author
Episode: The vista of the new
Dr. Feo Snagovsky
Politician and academic from the University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: The elephant on meth
Dr Robert Bowker
Former ambassador and expert in Middle Eastern affairs
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Episode: Two years after October 7

Hosts

Mark Kenny
Director of the Australian Studies Institute at the Australian National University and Host of Democracy Sausage, bringing in-depth political analysis and discussion.
Dr. Marija Taflaga
From the School of Politics and International Relations, contributing insights on Australian political dynamics and public policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 663 ratings
  • Audio so poor I had to close

    Sean sounded like he was in a tunnel while others had microphone . Very disappointing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    O raffle
    Australiaa month ago
  • Production quality can be spotty

    Sound quality of the interviewee poor 3/2/26

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anthony Bill, Tasmania, AUS
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great show BUT

    PLEASE can everyone stop talking over each other - it is near impossible at times to hear individual comments!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Solowoman07
    Australiaa month ago
  • Better articulation please

    The topics and guests are generally great but I must say I prefer the commentary of Mark, the seasoned journalist and wordsmith. Maria needs to speak as to a public audience rather than a staffroom discussion of a political science faculty. And please stop injecting “sort of” or “kind of” into every phrase. It gets really annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Compulsive poster
    Australiaa month ago
  • Almost 5 stars

    The episode regarding the Liberal Party Crisis on Jan 29 2026 was outstanding. The analysis shared by the hosts and the retired Liberal MP from NSW went way beyond the personality-obsessed race calls of most established media outlets.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kyrgios Country
    Australiaa month ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging discussions featuring knowledgeable guests from academia and politics.
Interesting perspectives on the implications of policy decisions.
Production quality can be variable, impacting listener experience.
Insightful analysis of current political issues in Australia.
Some concerns about the hosts interrupting guests during discussions.

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Pub politics
Q: What do you think the coalition has to do to win the next election?
They need to get back to talking about economic management and focus on low taxes, as that resonates well with voters.
Pub politics
Q: Should Labour run a candidate in the Farrer by-election?
Labour's interest is paramount, whether they run a candidate depends on whether it's strategically beneficial for them.
Pub politics
Q: What are the risks for Angus Taylor regarding the Farrer by-election?
The expectations are low for Angus Taylor; if he loses, it's assumed, but if he exceeds expectations, it could be seen as a badge of honor for him.
Conservative cleavage
Q: What challenges does the Liberal Party face in trying to regain voter support?
The party is struggling to present cohesive policies that resonate with the shifting concerns of the electorate, particularly young voters.
Conservative cleavage
Q: What do younger voters think about the current political landscape in Australia?
They feel that the parties are increasingly out of touch with their experiences and concerns, especially regarding economic issues like housing.

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What is Democracy Sausage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Political discourse in Australia is explored through various lenses, with a focus on the complexities of the Liberal Party's dynamics, the shifting landscape influenced by populism, and the implications of party realignment. The content highlights key issues such as social cohesion, youth engagement in politics, and the challenges faced by political institutions amid an evolving electorate. By featuring expert insights from academics and political practitioners, discussions often dissect recent developments surrounding major parties, immigration policies, public sentiment, and governance issues across a diverse range of timely topics. Unique contributions from guests bring personal narratives into broader political contexts, enriching the d... more

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2. Dr. Richard Denniss
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7. Troy Bramston
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