
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 409 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsGovernment | |||

What did John Howard understand about survival and self-correction that his six successors never quite grasped? Why do so many of our prime ministers trace their drive back to fiercely ambitious mothers — and what does that pattern tell us about who ... more
What are the five forces reshaping Australia's economy and society over the next four decades? What it will take to keep Australians' faith in government alive while managing them? What can younger Australians expect from future governments?
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Is too much political capital being put into meaningless foreign policy platitudes rather than defining what modern Australian security looks like? If Australia's shared values with its allies are contradicted can we still rely on those principles to... more
Is Australia's looming digital duty of care about censorship, as its critics claim, or about handing control back to the people whose attention is being sold to advertisers?
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I’ve been listening for a long time now. Very informative on Australian politics with excellent detail. The best shows are when the guest gets to talk… please!
Maria Tafluga loves to rant and rave and dominate the microphone. Punishing.
What a surprise - it is all John Howard’s fault.
Hey left wing hacks how about blaming Albo for your problems
Big fan of Marks dryness, but a massive fan of Maria, been tempted to look online for her classes as I enjoy her takes and the way she educates.
Thank you for the interview with Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender - very pleased they are taking things forward with the new political party. More from them please.
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This show centers on Australian politics, policy, and public affairs with expert analysis from researchers and practitioners. Key threads include higher education funding and policy (notably student access and affordability), the rise of independent or Teal-aligned political movements, and the dynamics of major parties and populist forces. Episodes often pair academic perspectives with journalism and practical commentary, covering budget debates, constitutional reform, national elections, and cross-border comparisons. A distinctive pattern is the blend of rigorous, data-driven analysis with accessible discussion, plus a consistent focus on how policy choices affect everyday Australians. A strong throughline across episodes is exploring gove... more
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