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Politics with Michelle Grattan

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Australia
Donald Trump
Labor Party
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Climate Change
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One Nation
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Productivity
Cost Of Living
China
Coalition
Australian Politics
Albanese Government
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Tax Reform
Mental Health
United States
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The Conversation's Chief Political Correspondent Michelle Grattan talks politics with politicians and experts, from Capital Hill.

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This week, mortgage holders were hit with more bad news as the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for the fifth time this year. Businesses are also feeling the pinch from increasing costs, high rates, and low consumer confidence.

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Joe Hockey, former Australian ambassador to Washington and former treasurer in the Abbott government, is now a founding partner and president of Bondi Partners, an advisory and investment firm. Based largely in Washington, he has closely observed bot... more

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The former industry minister said Australia is 'going too fast' and 'been swamped by US tech' building data centres here to dodge growing US community opposition.

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The former treasurer and deputy Liberal leader said he's still deciding whether to make a political comeback, which he'll announce in the new year.

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Recent Guests

Joe Hockey
Former Australian ambassador to Washington and treasurer in the Abbott government
Bondi Partners
Episode: Joe Hockey on how Trump would handle defeat in midterms
Ed Husic
Former industry minister and member of the Australian Parliament
Australian Parliament
Episode: Ed Husic urges brakes on data centres 'swamping' Australia
Josh Frydenberg
Former Australian Treasurer
Liberal Party
Episode: Josh Frydenberg's plan to keep speaking out
Tony Barry
Senior political analyst, Red Bridge Political Consultancy
Red Bridge Political Consultancy
Episode: Why Victoria's unpredictable election matters nationally
Ben Carroll
Premier-in-waiting, Liberal Party candidate for Victorian leadership
Liberal Party of Australia (Victoria)
Episode: Why Victoria's unpredictable election matters nationally
Jess Wilson
Opposition leader (Liberal Party) and Victorian politician
Liberal Party of Australia
Episode: Why Victoria's unpredictable election matters nationally
Colleen Harkin
Deputy leader of Victoria One Nation
One Nation (Victoria)
Episode: Why Victoria's unpredictable election matters nationally
Tim Wilson
Shadow Treasurer, Liberal Party of Australia
Liberal Party of Australia
Episode: Tim Wilson says government is borrowing from the future to spend today
Jim Chalmers
Australian Treasurer, introduced as the intergenerational report author and policy discussant
Australian Government
Episode: Jim Chalmers warns rising debt bills are set to hit the budget

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Michelle Grattan
Host of Politics with Michelle Grattan; renowned Australian political journalist with The Conversation; conducts in-depth interviews and analysis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 371 ratings
  • Great (of course)

    Great pod from MG. Have always loved her interviews. My only request is for more complete show notes. Including guest names, links etc. Small potatoes really.

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    davehammond
    Australia8 months ago
  • Australian culture IS Aboriginal culture

    In regards to your interview with Tony Abbott about his new history of Australia book. I think the thing that is missing when people write and talk about what colonisation bright to modern Australia is what the original inhabitants brought. I would love to read scholarship about how Australia’s unique Aussie vibe is a result of interactions with the first people and the impact they had on the way out Democracy and national “personality” evolved.

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    4
    Oak Galaxy
    Australiaa year ago
  • Birmingham interview

    Thanks for a very informative interview with Simon A loss to the parliament hopefully members of his party take note of his comments Australia needs opinions like his for our future and theirs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    james aust vetran
    Australia2 years ago
  • Professional and balanced.

    Professional and balanced. That is what a political journalist should be- Well done, Michelle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vibes60
    Australia2 years ago
  • Michelle is a model journalist

    What a professional! Many thanks to Michelle for decades of professionalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners praise balanced, well-researched questions and insightful guests.
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Many note high production quality and depth of interview, with occasional sound issues.

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Joe Hockey on how Trump would handle defeat in midterms
Q: What are the issues that are particularly cutting through in this election?
Hockey identifies cost of living as the leading concern, citing diesel and service costs, reduced availability of low-cost labor, and tariffs. He says the Iran war also affects prices and is becoming an election issue.
Joe Hockey on how Trump would handle defeat in midterms
Q: What insights can you give us about the importance of midterm elections generally, especially for the party in power in the US? And how does this year differ from 2018 in your view?
Hockey says Trump has become more effective at using executive power and may not be especially troubled by losing Congress, since Republican control has not particularly helped him.
Ed Husic urges brakes on data centres 'swamping' Australia
Q: Do you think there should be criminal consequences or fines for companies that their agents misbehave in this way, albeit inadvertently?
Husic emphasizes the need for government action and proposes a National AI Act requiring testing before products are released, alongside a central regulator able to enforce safety rules.
Ed Husic urges brakes on data centres 'swamping' Australia
Q: Can you just unpack these thoughts for us, and how adequate or inadequate is the Albanese government's approach?
Husic says Australia has been swamped by U.S. technology companies seeking to build data centres, and argues that energy, water, construction capacity and community support should determine whether and how quickly they are built.
Why Victoria's unpredictable election matters nationally
Q: What does the polling say about One Nation and the Greens, and how might that affect seat outcomes?
Barry notes One Nation in the low-20s and Greens around 12%, with the critical factor being which party comes third on a seat-by-seat basis and how preferences flow to the top two.

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What is Politics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A politics-focused show that centers high-profile politicians, policy experts, and industry analysts in Australia. Episodes frequently feature former treasurers, ministers, senior party figures, and independent voices, with in-depth discussions on budgets, taxation, housing, social policy, and governance. Notable strengths include balanced, homework-driven questioning, historical context, and a willingness to press guests on policy trade-offs; production quality and interview depth are often highlighted as top-notch. The mix of public policy, economic policy, and current political strategy makes it a strong fit for listeners who want clear, informed perspectives from across the political spectrum and an emphasis on real-world implications f... more

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