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Serious Danger is a podcast about our broken political system and its greatest threat: the Greens. Join traitorous SJWs Emerald Moon and Tom Ballard as they discuss the #auspol news of the week, chat to key figures from the left movement, and talk about how to win a future for all of us. This is NOT an official Greens party podcast, but it IS the official podcast of trying to not go insane while e... more

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Oh no it was Rita Panahi’s 50th birthday and I forgot to send a card to her embarrassing party boat. Tom is joined by Rachel Withers, writer for Crikey and co-host of Spin Cycle on RRR! First up there is a new buzzword in town as warflation hits Aust... more

As the war in the Middle East escalates, Tom recently called upon members of Labor Against War to take a stand and leave the party for its support of America and Israel’s illegal actions. In this special bonus episode on our main feed, Tom is joined ... more

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Tom and Emerald speak to Professor Toby Walsh, author of “The Shortest History of AI,” to learn all about data centres. As life becomes more and more online and AI enshittifies every aspect of existence,... more

Tom is joined by Auspol streamer Elise Turnbull to ask whether this war with Iran is actually a war, or is it merely a sparkling collective self defence? (10:38) Then producer Griff aka Michael Griffin joins to talk about how the Nacc this week deliv... more

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Recent Guests

Elise Turnbull
Twitch streamer who posts about Australian politics
Self-described political content creator
Episode: 217: Labor Warlords & Robo-c**s ft. Elise Turnbull
David Shoebridge
Senator, NSW Greens spokesperson on civil liberties and reform
Greens (Australia)
Episode: 216: Senator Shoebridge on Iran war & Australia’s complicity
Emerald Moon
Co-hosted segment guest from ETTE Media
ETTE Media
Episode: 215: Jan Fran on “Difficult” Albo’s word games & the BAFTA scandals
Jan Fran
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ETTE Media
Episode: 215: Jan Fran on “Difficult” Albo’s word games & the BAFTA scandals
Charlie Murphy
Organizer with the grassroots collective Pride In Protest
Episode: 214: Is the party over for Sydney Mardi Gras? ft. Charlie Murphy
Peter Whish-Wilson
Senator representing the Greens political party from Tasmania
Greens Political Party
Episode: 213: Sen Peter Whish-Wilson says goodbye to politics & hello to Angus Taylor
Amy Remeikis
Chief Political Analyst for the Australia Institute and contributor at The New Daily
The Australia Institute
Episode: 212: Amy Remeikis on Israel President visit & One Nation’s rise
Gary Stevenson
The People's Economist known for advocating wealth tax and tackling economic inequality.
Citibank, YouTube personality
Episode: 211: Gary Stevenson on the Aussie economic emergency & how the left can fight back
Larissa Baldwin-Roberts
A proud, widgeable, viable woman from the Bunchalong Nations and formerly the CEO of GetUp.
Common Threads
Episode: 210: Hate speech laws & Invasion Day ft. Larissa Baldwin-Roberts

Hosts

Tom Ballard
Co-host known for his humorous and incisive commentary on political issues. He engages listeners with a unique perspective on Australian politics and often challenges traditional political narratives.
Emerald Moon
Co-host with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ rights and social justice advocacy. Emerald brings insightful critiques of political systems while ensuring that marginalized voices are represented in discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 743 ratings
  • Brilliant and vital

    The most humane and incisive commentary on our society and its polity, politics, policies.

    Also entertainingly presented but not in a gratuitous way.

    Tom Ballard for PM!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MatronOfParkville
    Australia4 months ago
  • What Australia needs

    Live your work ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jupiter’s 100th moon
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great insight into greens policy

    Five stars even though Emerald thinks the Patreons aren’t attractive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewjrichards
    Australiaa year ago
  • happy i randomly found the podcast i needed

    perfect for digesting politics i’m passionate about while cleaning out my room. thanks guys <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeongyeons
    Australiaa year ago
  • Yeah, its good

    Its not more complicated than that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Menulog is terrible
    Australiaa year ago

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Overall, the podcast is regarded as essential listening for those seeking a progressive viewpoint on Australian politics.
The hosts are praised for their engaging discussions that blend humor with serious political critique.
The guests are recognized for their insightful perspectives, adding depth to the conversations.
Listeners appreciate the informative and entertaining commentary on political issues in Australia.
Fans highlight the podcast as a refreshing take on current events, often feeling a sense of community through shared values of activism.

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Apple Podcasts
#201
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#213
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215: Jan Fran on “Difficult” Albo’s word games & the BAFTA scandals
Q: What did Jan Fran think about the one-word answer game with Albanese?
Fran argued that politicians should push back against media pressure, avoid simplistic word games, and maintain a normal conversation that respects the public and the complexity of issues.
Excerpt: Paddy Manning on his book Inside The Greens!
Q: What surprised you most in researching and writing Inside The Greens?
He highlights underappreciated stories like the Australia Party and the Democrats, the long arc from environmental and social movements into a parliamentary force, and the complex dynamics that surfaced through primary votes and internal conflicts.
Excerpt: Paddy Manning on his book Inside The Greens!
Q: Tell us about the initial idea for the book. How you came to be writing Inside The Greens, this massive term and this massive history, and how'd you go about putting it together?
Manning describes uncertainty about the project's origin, recalls contract negotiations, low advances, and a deliberate, years-long deep dive into archival research to capture the roots of the Greens beyond the public-facing narrative.
211: Gary Stevenson on the Aussie economic emergency & how the left can fight back
Q: What should the left do to connect better with working-class voters?
The left needs to retake being about the economy and being the part of politics which represents and protects living standards and affordability for working people.
211: Gary Stevenson on the Aussie economic emergency & how the left can fight back
Q: How do you think about those labels and questions?
I'm not saying tax doctors and lawyers and dentists, heaven forbid, but super rich families who are worth billions, tens of billions. These guys are paying nothing.

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5. Charlie Murphy
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7. Amy Remeikis
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