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John Anderson: Conversations

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Former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia John Anderson sits down with world-leading historians, economists, politicians, and thinkers to examine the ideas shaping our society. Drawing on decades at the highest levels of government, John brings rare depth and civility to conversations that mainstream media won't have. This podcast covers everything from Australia's political future to faith, freed... more

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John sits down with Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the OECD and a former Australian senator, for a wide-ranging conversation on the pressures facing advanced economies, from rising debt and ageing populations to housing affordability, migratio... more

Nadia Schadlow joins John to discuss the fundamental shifts reshaping global geopolitics and the realities of modern statecraft. Together, they examine the return of great power competition, the evolving expectations surrounding alliance burden-shari... more

Alexandra Hudson joins John to explore the breakdown of modern public discourse and to unpack the crucial distinction between superficial politeness and genuine civility. Hudson argues that true civility is not merely adhering to polite etiquette, bu... more

John sits down with British historian and broadcaster Rafe Heydel-Mankoo to examine why the West has lost confidence in itself. Rafe argues that while individualism is the quality that set the West apart, generating the social trust, curiosity and ap... more

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Recent Guests

Mathias Cormann
Secretary-General of the OECD and Australia's longest-serving Finance Minister
OECD
Episode: OECD Secretary-General: What We MUST Do To Restore The Global Economy | Mathias Cormann
Nadia Schadlow
Senior fellow researching national security, technology and strategy; former U.S. deputy national security advisor for strategy
Hudson Institute
Episode: Is The West Ready For China? | Nadia Schadlow
Alexandra Hudson
Founder of Civic Renaissance; adjunct professor; author of The Soul of Civility
Civic Renaissance
Episode: The Soul of Civility: Timeless Principles to Heal Society and Ourselves | Alexandra Hudson
Rafe Heydel-Mankoo
Historian and commentator discussed in-depth topics on Western civilization
Episode: The Triumph And Collapse Of The Anglosphere | Rafe Heydel-Mankoo
David Harris
Executive Vice Chair of the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP)
ISGAP
Episode: "I Refuse To Be The Canary In The Coal Mine" | David Harris
Frank Furedi
Sociologist and author
Episode: Why the West Is Turning Against Its Elites | Frank Furedi
Alex Vanopslagh
Leader of Liberal Alliance in Denmark
Liberal Alliance (Denmark)
Episode: What The Left Gets Wrong About Denmark | Alex Vanopslagh
Robert George
World-renowned moral philosopher and professor
Princeton University
Episode: After Charlie Kirk: The Death Of Civil Discourse | Robert George
Konstantin Kisin
Host of Triggernometry, commentator
Triggernometry
Episode: “The Politics Of Gaslighting”: Why Britain Won't Face Its Own Decline | Konstantin Kisin

Host

John Anderson
Host of the interview, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Wonderful

    Keep up the great work. Fascinating conversations with much food for thought. I’m very pleased to have serendipitously stumbled across this program – and relieved that, despite years of leftist dominance, there remain redoubts of the strong, sensible Australia in the shape of its best Western self. 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇦🇺

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Outstanding podcasts

    The prime John interviews are without fail, great thinkers who have a mastery of their subjects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johneffcee
    Australiaa month ago
  • Robert George Interview

    John - this is the most powerful and insightful perspective for our world given the challenges we are facing today.

    Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy4501
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great job!

    Thanks John for doing these podcasts. Really appreciate the thoughts that come out of them and the issues you address. These are things not talked about very openly as far as I’m aware and so appreciate you addressing them.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Laowa Mills
    Australia4 months ago
  • Almost a monologue

    Great show on education but for goodness’ sake Simon…. Let someone else speak !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    you're kidding, surely
    Australia4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate balanced, thoughtful discourse that respects opposing views.
The host keeps conversations civil and accessible, without sacrificing depth.
Show is a reliable source for policy-focused conversations and Western civics perspectives.
Guests are deeply knowledgeable and bring rigorous analysis to complex topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#129
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Apple Podcasts
#232
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Spotify
#49
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#32
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#228
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is The West Ready For China? | Nadia Schadlow
Q: What do you think the intention really is?
Asked about China's military buildup, Schadlow says China seeks global leadership and to displace the United States in the international system, citing Xi Jinping's statements and analysis by China specialists.
Is The West Ready For China? | Nadia Schadlow
Q: What drove the 2017 National Security Strategy, and what does it look like?
Schadlow says the strategy recognized that great-power competition had returned and that the United States risked falling behind unless it made fundamental changes, particularly in how it regarded China.
OECD Secretary-General: What We MUST Do To Restore The Global Economy | Mathias Cormann
Q: Australia's productivity performance has been lagging the OECD very badly indeed. What do we do about it?
Cormann says Australia has fallen from a leading position to the middle of the pack. He recommends reducing excessive regulation, strengthening competition, developing skills, attracting productivity-enhancing investment, and reconsidering corporate tax settings.
OECD Secretary-General: What We MUST Do To Restore The Global Economy | Mathias Cormann
Q: Can you sort of see a bit of a pattern at the level at which debt to GDP starts to really close in on your opportunities, tighten your chances of growing your economy and creating opportunities?
Cormann says debt pressures are compounded by pandemic spending, energy shocks, ageing populations, rising pension and healthcare costs, and higher interest rates. He urges governments to rebuild fiscal buffers and says debt not paid down now means higher taxes or deeper cuts later.
Why the West Is Turning Against Its Elites | Frank Furedi
Q: What would a constructive path forward look like?
A constructive path requires rebuilding a political class that engages directly with citizens, empowering a democratic intellectual class to contribute ideas, and strengthening public education to foster a sense of national belonging and responsibility without sacrificing open dialogue.

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