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Clancy Overell and Errol Parker, editors of the explicitly raw but iconic Outback Australian newspaper known as The Betoota Advocate report fiercely - without fear or favour.

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The cult Kiwi heavyweight of comedy, Joe Daymond joins Betoota Talks this week to tackle one of the great political issues of our time: is Russell Crowe a Kiwi or and Aussie? Who gets to claim Crowded House? Why do the Kiwis want Kyle Minogue to be o... more

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota.Click here for up to 45% off

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A titan of Australian journalism, Paul Barry has finished up at Media Watch and is back on the beat as an investigative journalist. And the story he's just broken is massive. Ever heard of Whyalla? It's down on the bottom of South Australia and it lo... more

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota.Click here for up to 45% off

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Recent Guests

Joe Daymond
Actor/Comedian, guest on the episode
Comedian/Actor
Episode: The Kiwi / Aussie Celebrity Draft (featuring Joe Daymond)
Wendell Hussey
cadet slash office gambling sports guy
Betoota Advocate
Episode: WEEKLY BULLETIN: El Niño, Make It Stop, Brisbane Lions & Grand Final Entertainment
Paul Barry
Author of The Big Steal, journalist
Author, Journalist
Episode: The Great Rort Of Whyalla (featuring Paul Barry)
Kevin Rudd
Former Prime Minister of Australia, author, diplomat
Former Australian Government
Episode: Kevin Rudd’s Homecoming - Live From Eumundi Writer’s Festival
Nahji Chu
Hospitality entrepreneur, founder of Miss Chu and Lady Chu
Lady Chu restaurant group
Episode: LADY CHU: Queen of Kings Cross, Hospitality Innovater & Sydney Council's #1 Enemy
Chanel Contos
author and advocate
Advocate for consent education
Episode: Should Incels Be Forced To Do National Service? (Featuring Chanel Contos)
Wade Forster
Western Queensland rodeo star and country music singer
Independent/Personal brand
Episode: WADE FORSTER: Queensland Rodeo Star & Country Music Sensation
Zali Steggall
Australian politician and co-founder of CSA
Community Strong Australia
Episode: Allegra Spender and Zali Steggall: Community Strong Australia
Alex Apollonov
Partner in Boy Boy, online creator known for experiments
Boy Boy / IdidAthing
Episode: What do Cuba, Pine Gap, and North Korea have in common? (featuring Boy Boy)

Hosts

Clancy Overell
Host of Betoota Talks, editor of The Betoota Advocate; known for bulletin-style show and political commentary.
Errol Parker
Co-host and commentator; engages with guests and drives conversation.
Wendell Hussey
Panelist/co-host contributing additional perspectives and humor.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Political lobbying

    Fact. They strategised with the Labor Party during the election campaign. That really bothered me and just feels so manipulative now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sooty merge
    Australiaa year ago
  • Australia’s answer to Joe Rogan

    Australia’s answer to Joe Rogan - in the nicest possible way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anthony Bill, Tasmania, AUS
    Australia2 years ago
  • Could Clancy review book about Incels: Men Who Hate Women by Laura Bates

    Would love to hear your thoughts

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mary Akroyd
    Australia2 years ago
  • The Last Video Store …

    Guys I was really enjoying this podcast even though, it was reminder that a new album was out by one of our best (ABC Conversations, similar). Then came the blooper - the title of the film that Poitier starred in and directed was TOTALLY wrong!!

    This made a mockery of the whole pod.

    Research guys

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Alaalgae
    Australia2 years ago
  • Refined, informed idiocy

    Gun podcast! Clever. Informative. Utterly hilarious. So Australian. The ‘Hello Sport’ NRL PR catastrophes episode was beyond hysterical. Dylan Alcott interview👍🏼👍🏼 TOO GOOD! Tim Ross - gorgeous words. Brendan Cowell - beautiful words. I could go on but I’ll leave that to Youse All💗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TreeSheila
    Australia3 years ago

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Some criticisms center on perceived bias and heavy humor, with calls for tougher, more balanced questions.
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The Great Rort Of Whyalla (featuring Paul Barry)
Q: What impact did the story have on Whyalla and similar towns?
The impact was profound: promises of saving jobs and revitalizing the economy led to temporary optimism, followed by deep debt, layoffs, and a loss of trust in local leadership and media, with the community bearing the brunt of financial and reputational damage.
The Great Rort Of Whyalla (featuring Paul Barry)
Q: Was there any real due diligence or red flags that should have raised concerns early on?
Yes, the pattern suggests due diligence was often bypassed or ignored; accounts were late or dodgy, auditors flagged concerns, and the interconnected nature of the finances made it difficult for regulators to see the full risk, allowing the scheme to persist longer than it should have.
The Great Rort Of Whyalla (featuring Paul Barry)
Q: What do you see as the core mechanism behind Gupta's ability to attract investment for distressed assets?
The core mechanism was portraying a turnkey, green, future-focused solution that supposedly would decarbonize and modernize these assets, while leveraging complex intercompany lending and short-term finance to keep inflows coming even as underlying profits deteriorated. This created a narrative that investors and governments wanted to believe, despite a lack of solid, verifiable foundations.
Kevin Rudd’s Homecoming - Live From Eumundi Writer’s Festival
Q: What changes and policies would you praise him for since his election in 2022?
The conversation touches on tangible policy achievements like improvements in childcare accessibility and paid parental leave, with emphasis on how government intervention can positively affect families, workers, and small businesses while acknowledging ongoing challenges such as housing affordability.
The Life and Times of Andy Lee (Featuring Andy Lee)
Q: How did you decide to branch into TV and kids' content after success in radio?
They talk about taking creative swings, risk-taking, and choosing projects they found genuinely fun, even if they sacrificed immediate business gains; this led to Do Not Open This Book and then Do Not Watch This Show as a smoother evolution from books to TV.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Betoota Talks

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

The show pairs sharp, humorous hosts who riff on Australian culture, politics, and media with a steady stream of high-profile guests ranging from politicians and independence advocates to creators and athletes. Episodes mix policy discussions, regional perspectives, and media dynamics with a distinctly irreverent, satirical edge. The format tends to favor candid, offbeat conversations that reveal personal backgrounds, regional concerns, and the challenges of sustaining independent media and commentary in a crowded information landscape. Notable strengths include fearless host banter, a focus on regional Australia, and guests who bring both expertise and real-world experience to timely issues. This combination makes it appealing to listeners... more

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Recent guests on Betoota Talks include:

1. Joe Daymond
2. Wendell Hussey
3. Paul Barry
4. Kevin Rudd
5. Nahji Chu
6. Chanel Contos
7. Wade Forster
8. Zali Steggall

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