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Economics and politics explained in plain English

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Latest Episodes

By reviewing the deal, Trump has given the Australian Government an opportunity to get out of the disastrous AUKUS agreement.

On this episode of Follow the Money, Allan Behm joins Ebony Bennett to discuss the Trump administration’s decision to revi... more

A housing crisis, accelerating climate change and widening inequality all confront the re-elected Albanese Government, but the solutions exist (and often aren’t that complicated).

The government is confronting major challenges in its second term. B... more

The Murujuga site in north-western Australia is potentially the most important rock art site in the world, but it’s being destroyed by rampant industrial development.

On this episode of Follow the Money, Walkley Award-winning journalist Stephen Lon... more

Superannuation is meant to help all Australians have a comfortable retirement, not help the very wealthiest pay less tax.

On this episode of Follow the Money, Greg Jericho, Chief Economist at the Australia Institute, joins Glenn Connley to discuss ... more

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Recent Guests

Eloise Carr
Director of the Australia Institute in Tasmania
Australia Institute
Episode: Fish out of water
David Pocock
Independent Senator elected by ACT voters in 2022
Senate of Australia
Episode: The pros and cons of minority government with David Pocock and Tony Windsor
Tony Windsor
Former independent member for New England from 2001 to 2013
Parliament of Australia
Episode: The pros and cons of minority government with David Pocock and Tony Windsor
Robert Karoro
Climate activist from Kiribati
Episode: "A drowning memory": the Pacific Island communities fighting for their survival
Aselu O'Brien
Climate activist from Tuvalu
Episode: "A drowning memory": the Pacific Island communities fighting for their survival
Dr Emma Shortus
Director of International and Security Affairs Programme
Australia Institute
Episode: DOGE days: Trump's war on the civil service
Matt Grudnopf
Senior Economist at Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Stop the steel
Bill Brown
Democracy and Accountability Director at the Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Hands off our elections
David Marr
Renowned author and journalist, known for his work on Australian history and politics.
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Episode: Killing for Country with David Marr | Summer Book Club

Host

Ebony Bennett
Deputy Director at the Australia Institute; also serves as a host for Follow The Money.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 355 ratings
  • Independent media?

    Maybe grab yourself a dictionary and look up ‘unbiased’

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    emzy1995
    Australia2 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
    Australia2 months ago
  • Climate Election 2.0 / Teal Slide 2.0

    Bring it on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wersula
    Australiaa year ago
  • Must listen

    This podcast series is better at unpacking complex Australian politics than anything I have read or seen. It’s like a friendly University degree each episode. I have grown so much in my understanding of the world thanks to this good work. I wish everyone would take the time to tune in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Larsbot
    Australia2 years ago
  • Economic education in plain English

    This podcast has become a firm favourite. I’ve enjoyed listening week after week and engaging with their webinar series. Highly recommend for those who are curious about alternative perspectives to environmental, economic and political issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Detective Butters
    Australia3 years ago

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Failing the test: Australian universities in crisis
Q: Can any vice chancellor in Australia at the moment justify one and a half million bucks a year?
No, especially considering the governance crises and scandals affecting universities.
Failing the test: Australian universities in crisis
Q: Are students being shafted across the board here?
Definitely, with rising costs and reduced support from the government.
Failing the test: Australian universities in crisis
Q: What is the first item on the agenda for you?
A 20% cut in student debt.
Super hysterical: the ludicrous beat-up over superannuation tax changes
Q: Why do we have a superannuation system in Australia?
The superannuation system was designed to enable everyday workers to save for retirement instead of solely relying on the age pension.
Don't gut our environment laws
Q: What does Australia really need to protect our environment?
Leanne argues for strong laws with more democratic avenues for public engagement, keeping the precautionary principle, and the establishment of a robust environmental protection agency.

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