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Welcome to the Punters Politics podcast, making politics simple for the everyday punter.

Join Everyday Punter's Konrad & James each week as they expose the hidden agendas, break down the odds stacked against us and explore a new way to do politics.

Power to the punters.

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Latest Episodes

This week, billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart tips in a cool $26 million to help a former Channel 7 executive grab a 10% stake in Australia's second biggest broadcaster, just as the anti corruption boss who was supposed to be finding dodgy poli... more

This week, Princess Pauline Hanson bravely takes the stage at the gas lobby's own conference to announce her "Norway-style" gas policy — written, by her own admission, in consultation with the gas producers themselves. We break down why her 10% royal... more

This week, Albo bravely protects his NRL gambling buddy by burying a landmark kids gambling addiction report under 4,000 pages of budget spreadsheets while journalists were literally locked in a basement. We break down how the government sat on gambl... more

This week, we recap the "Tax Gas Not Beer" tour and tear down Albo’s hollow gas reform—a policy that raises zero dollars and won't even kick in until after the next election. We also dive into a heated housing showdown between economist Richard Denni... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Dennis
Punters mon economist, Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Housing Debate:Is our System Broken?, Albo's Empty Gas Promise, & The Knock Off Tour Recap
Jack Henderson
Property mogul and influencer, on-ground investor perspective
Independent/Property industry
Episode: Housing Debate:Is our System Broken?, Albo's Empty Gas Promise, & The Knock Off Tour Recap
Susan McDonald
Senator, Shadow Minister for Resources and Northern Australia
Australian Parliament
Episode: The Karl Stefanovic Debate Breakdown & Why I Won't Do It Again
Karl Stefanovic
TV host and media personality referenced as the interview platform host
Nine/Media
Episode: The Karl Stefanovic Debate Breakdown & Why I Won't Do It Again
Dr. Richard Dennis
Co-CEO, Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Senate Inquiry Highlights, The Gas Lobby Gets Smoked & The Media Takes the Bait
Patrick (Streets and Scars of City Past)
Guest discussing transport policy and public perception
Streets and Scars of City Past
Episode: ASIO Can Now Secretly Jail You, Japan Demands Free Gas & The Nanny State Comes For E-Bikes
Pauline Hanson
Senator (guest in political maneuver segment)
One Nation
Episode: ASIO Can Now Secretly Jail You, Japan Demands Free Gas & The Nanny State Comes For E-Bikes
Kirsten Drysdale
Punter Kirsten Drysdale on the captain's chair for a segment
Punters Politics
Episode: Albo's Secret Windfall Tax Plan, The Blame Game on Petrol Prices & Our Canberra Lobbyist Revealed
Tanya Plibersek
Prominent Australian politician and member of the Labor Party
Australian Labor Party
Episode: A candid chat with Tanya Plibersek: Gas, grievance politics & why she still believes in Labor

Hosts

Konrad
Host with a focus on political economy and accountability; frequent interviewer with a ground-level punter perspective.
James
Co-host who contributes critical takes on media framing, policy messaging, and sponsorship dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Opening line at Senate estimates

    $3000 a seat was just the perfect opening line. Funny and true!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BH LT
    Australiaa month ago
  • Fantastic

    The work you do is not only entertaining, but of critical importance. Holding the self serving buffoons in politics to account for their abuses of power and the lack of spine. Plus the fact that they’ll only ever seem to support the lobbyist is a critical thing in today’s oligarch ruled system. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgdgjfcc
    Australiaa month ago
  • Funniest politics show around

    Love the pod - but I don’t understand why you’re blaming Libs for NDIS structural problems? Maybe I don’t know the deets, wasn’t it started by Gillard? But Libs tried to suggest reigning in the NDIS when in government and it got shot down by Labour. Try to keep it bipartisan Punters!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TryingToKeepUp273
    Australia2 months ago
  • Political chats for the everyday punt

    Konrad and James look at issues in Australia that more people need to be aware of. While they don’t cover every terrible thing happening in the news cycle (because who can, honestly), this is one of the few media outlets that provide actionable steps for those of us who WANT to do something but just don’t quite know how to start. Plus, the reels are hilarious, and Konrad is at least 60% hotter than Jordan Shanks 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BriarMae
    Australia2 months ago
  • No mention of genocide

    No mention of genocide in Gaza, the host isn’t concerned with geopolitics of settler colonialism.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    1tRains
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insightful, accessible political commentary that breaks down complex policy without losing nuance.
Entertaining and on-point, though some listeners want more serious debate and fewer giggles.
Sponsors report strong alignment with audience values around transparency and reform.
Audience appreciates practical takeaways and calls to action for civic engagement.
Great for understanding the Australian policy landscape from a punter's perspective.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#187
Australia/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#23
Australia/News
Spotify
#99
Australia/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#13
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#52
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#207
New Zealand/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Karl Stefanovic Debate Breakdown & Why I Won't Do It Again
Q: What was your initial reaction to Susan McDonald joining the segment?
Konrad and James note the surprise, discuss the dynamic of a punter-led show engaging a seasoned politician, and consider how this affects the debate's tone and fairness.
Gary's Economics: Why Australia's Wealth Is Being Pissed Away
Q: What should listeners do to fix this?
Stage one is understanding that distribution matters; demand explicit action from politicians to tax the very rich and reform wealth and housing policies; stay calm and engage as intelligent political actors.
A candid chat with Tanya Plibersek: Gas, grievance politics & why she still believes in Labor
Q: Are you constantly thinking about how you're going to be clipped out of context?
That's a really important part of thinking about what you're going to say when you do an interview.
A candid chat with Tanya Plibersek: Gas, grievance politics & why she still believes in Labor
Q: How do you do that if you have to go through a corporate media machine that is incentivized to misrepresent?
You just have to accept that sometimes, things won't go your way when you do a media interview.
The TikTok Awards Dystopia, Labor MP ADMITS the Gas scam & Pauline's Wagyu Hypocrisy
Q: What were you talking about that might have bumped you to the front of the queue to get on the Punters Politics Podcast?
The guest mentioned it's other people getting to pay less money for our guests than we do, and the punters are missing out and the multinationals are winning.

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A sharp, punchy political talk show that blends humor with accessible policy breakdowns. Episodes frequently dissect budget decisions, housing policy, energy taxation, regulatory reform, and media dynamics, often featuring everyday punter perspectives alongside expert guests. The tone is irreverent but informed, with a strong focus on how policy and lobbying affect ordinary Australians, plus running bits and audience engagement that keep complex topics relatable. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on making politics approachable and actionable for listeners, including mock campaigns, crowd-funded lobbying, and candid debates about media strategy and power imbalances.

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1. Richard Dennis
2. Jack Henderson
3. Susan McDonald
4. Karl Stefanovic
5. Dr. Richard Dennis
6. Patrick (Streets and Scars of City Past)
7. Pauline Hanson
8. Kirsten Drysdale

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