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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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The South Australian Liberal senator says he's "dubious" about being able to sell the Coalition's new policy to voters – describing it as "carefree with emissions".

With only one sitting week of Parliament left this year, the environment minister reveals the compromises he's willing to make and the hard lines he won't cross to get the deal done.

Michelle Grattan and the politics and society editor for the Conversation Amanda Dunn, talk about the dismissal.

Next week is the 50th anniversary of the dismissal of the Whitlam government. We're joined by Niki Savva and David Solomon to talk about their memories of that day.

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Recent Guests

Niki Savva
Journalist and former Parliamentary Press Gallery reporter during the dismissal period
Episode: Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
David Solomon
Former press secretary to Prime Minister Gough Whitlam
Episode: Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Sam Rae
Minister for Aged Care and Seniors
Episode: Sam Rae on big changes to aged care
Tony Barry
Director of Red Bridge Political Consultancy, former Liberal staffer
Red Bridge Political Consultancy
Episode: Pollster Tony Barry on why the Coalition can’t risk ‘lurching to the right’
Ian Parmeter
Research scholar at ANU's Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies and former diplomat
ANU's Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies
Episode: Former diplomat Ian Parmeter on an Israel-led 'one-state solution'
Abul Rizvi
Expert on immigration and former senior official in immigration
Episode: Abul Rizvi on how silence and stalling stoke anti-migrant fears
Larissa Waters
New leader of the Greens and Senator from Queensland
The Greens
Episode: Larissa Waters on why we deserve more than a government that just tinkers
Kerrynne Liddle
Senator, Arundel woman, and Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians
Episode: Kerrynne Liddle on seizing more opportunities with Indigenous Australians
Ken Henry
Former Secretary of the Treasury and a key figure in Australia's tax reforms
Episode: Treasury veteran Ken Henry on the "enormous damage" the tax system does to young people

Host

Michelle Grattan
Chief Political Correspondent with extensive experience in journalism, focusing on political discourse with an analytical and balanced approach.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 345 ratings
  • 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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    Oak Galaxy
    Australiaa month 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

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    5
    james aust vetran
    Australiaa year ago
  • Professional and balanced.

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vibes60
    Australiaa year ago
  • Michelle is a model journalist

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia2 years ago
  • Australia’s Must-Listen Politics Podcast

    Exceptional guest list.

    Great questions.

    No bias.

    No gotchas.

    Challenges avoidance without hounding.

    Perfect length.

    Michelle Grattan is a national treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grazer in Sydney
    Australia2 years ago

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Hosts informed and engaging conversations with diverse political figures.
Professional and balanced journalism that encourages open dialogue.
Concerns expressed about inconsistent production quality in some episodes.
The content is well-researched, offering valuable insights into current political issues.
Listeners appreciate the balanced approach, avoiding sensationalism and bias.

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#36
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#131
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Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Q: What do you think about that, David? Do you think it could happen again?
David suggests that while politically unlikely, the mechanisms that allowed it to happen remain intact.
Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Q: Niki, we see now as we approach November 11, these issues are all fresh in the minds of those people who were around at the time. But what do you think about the younger generation?
Niki feels younger generations are largely unaware of these significant historical events and their importance.
Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Q: David, there's been much debate about whether the Palace had any role in what John Kerr did. What's your view?
David believes the Palace was essential in supporting Kerr's decision through backchannel communications, despite arguing otherwise.
Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Q: Well, you as I was out and about on that day at lunchtime. Tell us how you learned of the news and what was the reaction around the press gallery?
Niki explains that she learned about the dismissal while out shopping and felt shocked and outraged by the news.
Niki Savva and David Solomon on The Dismissal
Q: Just give us a picture of your memories.
David recounts that the day started with hopes for a good outcome, but turned upside down with the dismissal news.

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