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Political History of Australia

John Ruddick
New South Wales
John Macarthur
First Fleet
Terra Australis
France
Sir Joseph Banks
British Empire
London
Sydney
Australia
Joseph Banks
East India Company
Arthur Phillip
Philip Gidley King
King George III
Botany Bay
William Bligh
John Hunter
Britain
James Cook

Welcome to the story of Australia. This podcast series by John Ruddick tells the political and geopolitical history of Australia, starting with the fabled "terra Australis" and then tracking the journey from British penal colony to a young federation, a country at war, and today one of the world’s great nations. Episodes released weekly.

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On the evening of 26 January 1808 the New South Wales Corps marched on Government House and did something extraordinary: they deposed Governor William Bligh at gunpoint. It remains the only successful armed overthrow of government in Australian histo... more

The label Rum Rebellion was a smear dreamed up decades after the seismic events of 26 January 1808. Those dramatic events were not about rum. It was fight over what the future of NSW should be.

For some including Governor Bligh, NSW was to remain a ... more

As 1807 unfolded, the little British colony of New South Wales was politically charged. Previous governors had attempted to reassert official authority by writing to letters to London and saying mean words about John Macarthur and his ‘trading factio... more

Captain William Bligh assumed office as the Governor of New South Wales in August 1806. Bligh had had a brilliant career at sea but it had been sullied by reports of him being a horrible boss. The governorship of New South Wales was seen by Bligh as ... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Political history of Australia

    It was amazing! Outstanding source of information, I would suggest to anyone who has a few hours. Very well researched and interesting facts, make accessible through John Ruddick’s engaging commentary.

    I hope you enjoy it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Houlrekuhager iuhg er i
    Australia2 months ago
  • Excellent

    An excellent and informative production

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jorgegt60
    Australia6 months ago
  • Great!

    Ruddick has rendered a great service to our generation in this podcast - long may it increase! If he was a Christian, this would be the perfect historical podcast.

    The only problem is most Australians don’t take an interest in history. We are probably not worthy of this podcast as a nation, I suspect it will be neglected. I hope to be proven wrong.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grogo Saggins
    Australia6 months ago
  • Outstanding

    Extremely well researched, engaging and great listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oz Devo
    Australia8 months ago

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The host's command of archival material and ability to weave context makes episodes feel authoritative and insightful.
Fans highlight the show's breadth—covering figures, events, and institutions—with strong, constructive engagement from history buffs and curious learners.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, research-driven storytelling and clear connections between historical events and current governance.

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A history-focused program that chronicles Australia's political and geopolitical development, from Terra Australis to federation and modern times. Episodes frequently center on colonial governance, imperial power dynamics, and pivotal figures shaping Australian policy and national identity. The host leads with thorough archival research and narrative clarity, weaving in strategic context around governance, exploration, and nation-building, with a weekly cadence that appeals to listeners who enjoy deep-dive history presented through a political lens. Noteworthy strengths include tightly argued episodes on early colonial power struggles and the long arc of Australia's political evolution, along with a clear emphasis on how historical events u... more

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