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Follow The Money

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Free Speech
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Peter Dutton
Wikileaks
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Australian Government
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Economics and politics explained in plain English

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Recent Guests

Bob Brown
An environmental campaigner and former leader of the Australian Greens.
Episode: Defending nature with Bob Brown
Rod Campbell
Research Director at the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Mates’ rates and why Australia can’t have nice things
Matt Grudnoff
Senior Economist at the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Australia is a rich country that taxes like a poor one
Doug Cameron
Former Labour Senator for New South Wales and former National Secretary of the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union
Episode: AUKUS and Australian sovereignty with Doug Cameron
Rex Patrick
Former Submariner and Senator for South Australia
Episode: No right to know?
Bill Browne
Director of the Democracy & Accountability Program at the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: No right to know?
Clive Marshall
Former CEO at the UK Press Association
Episode: Will AI kill traditional media?
Emma Cowdroy
Acting Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Associated Press
Australian Associated Press
Episode: Will AI kill traditional media?
Geoff Crittenden
CEO of WELD Australia, the peak body representing Australia's welding industry
WELD Australia
Episode: Big Gas' greed is killing Australian manufacturers

Host

Ebony Bennett
Host of Follow The Money and Deputy Director at the Australia Institute, focuses on economic and political issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 531 ratings
  • Mainstream media

    Excellent podcast. The Australia Institute provides data and analysis that should be used by mainstream media for its political, economic and social policy analysis. It seems solid answers to tax reform, the housing crisis, and other issues are not difficult if only governments would broaden their information input.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH and BH
    Australia3 months ago
  • Left Wing Biased

    Podcast has some interesting topics but this is very left wing biased media unfortunately

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    1TLM
    Australia6 months ago
  • Independent media?

    Maybe grab yourself a dictionary and look up ‘unbiased’

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    emzy1995
    Australia8 months ago
  • Gas Industry Bludgers GIB Election Issue No. 1

    Bring it on Team Australian Institute. Such good quality data and discussion.

    Needs to be this years No.1 election issue.

    Albo it is time to turn these leaners into lifters, if they want to leave and go, good riddance. Albo its time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Showstopper 8
    Australia8 months ago
  • Climate Election 2.0 / Teal Slide 2.0

    Bring it on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wersula
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is praised for demystifying economic topics and providing valuable insights into Australian politics.
Listeners appreciate the clear explanations of complex issues, finding the discussions informative and engaging.
Overall, many listeners value the educational aspect, likening it to an accessible form of higher learning.
There are critiques regarding perceived bias, with some reviewers indicating a left-wing slant.

Chart Rankings

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#60
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#210
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#174
South Korea/News/Politics

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Defending nature with Bob Brown
Q: What is it like to go up against such powerful and large corporations and interests?
It's essential because they're running the world, and we need to get back democracy whereby the people are running it.
Defending nature with Bob Brown
Q: Can you just tell us a little bit about your experiences with law enforcement over the years and what it's like to be arrested?
It can be very scary; there's been a turn down in vigilante activities because it doesn't go well with the public.
A broken university system is letting Australia down
Q: What impact is this having on students?
The situation is terrible for students, impacting the quality and accessibility of education, leading to increased debts and a decline in the overall university experience.
A broken university system is letting Australia down
Q: What's going on in Australia's university sector?
The university sector is experiencing a crisis due to decades of neoliberal policies, resulting in poor governance, high salaries for vice-chancellors, and significant cuts affecting staff and students.
Mates’ rates and why Australia can’t have nice things
Q: What does the ACTU's proposal suggest about the gas tax?
The ACTU wants to replace the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax with a simpler export tax based on revenue from gas exports to capture more earnings for Australia.

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Content focuses on the intersection of economics and environmental issues in Australia, featuring in-depth discussions on topics such as climate change, taxation, and political accountability. The discussions frequently critique government policies and their implications on various sectors, emphasizing the need for reform and transparency. Engaging guests ranging from environmental activists to economists highlight the complexities of Australian political and economic landscapes, making the content accessible and relevant to a diverse audience. This podcast stands out for its ability to unpack intricate economic subjects in an understandable manner, catering to listeners seeking insight into current events and policy discussions.

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2. Rod Campbell
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4. Doug Cameron
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7. Clive Marshall
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