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The Macpherson Angle

News24
Australia
One Nation
Iran
Islam
Melbourne
Pauline Hanson
United States
Liberal Party Of Australia
Israel
Elon Musk
Ceuta, Spain
Donald Trump
Immigration Australia
Bondi
Strait Of Hormuz
Fuel Excise
Labor Party
UK Political/judicial System
UK By-Election
Middle East

Consider different perspectives as host James Macpherson delivers his unique angles on the day's stories.

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Elliot Page
Transgender actor discussed in context of trans issues
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 2 August
Gina Rinehart
Prominent Australian businesswoman
Rinehart family/Mining interests
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 2 August
Chris Merritt
Legal Affairs contributor at The Australian
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 2 August
Dawn Fraser
Olympic swimmer and public figure
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 2 August
Boy George
Musician and cultural figure
Culture Club
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 2 August
Mary Aldred
Victorian Liberal MP
Liberal Party of Australia
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 19 July
Ashley Webb
Democratic Senate candidate for Maine (US)
Democratic Party (USA)
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 19 July
David Farley
One Nation MP
One Nation
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 21 June
Warren Hogan
EQ Economics Managing Director
EQ Economics
Episode: The Macpherson Angle | 14 June

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James MacPherson
Host of The Macpherson Angle, delivering provocative political commentary and interviews with Australian politicians and policy experts.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Great Show!

    James MacPherson is fantastic. I think James’ analysis of the weekly news is very interesting and right on the money! Keep up the great work with both your own show and The Late Debate!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DKG11123
    Australia2 months ago
  • STOP

    TALK ABOUT ISSUES IN AUSTRALIA, STUFF WHATS HAPPENING OVERSEAS.

    WE HAVE OUR OWN ISSUES.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GerryManter
    Australia4 months ago

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

Guests bring strong expertise and diverse viewpoints, enhancing debate.
Listeners appreciate the focus on Australian issues, but some feel overseas topics dominate at times.
The host's provocative style and quick panel dynamics are a hallmark, though it can be polarizing.
Some listeners wish for broader coverage beyond Australian politics and immediate policy battles.

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The Macpherson Angle | 26 July
Q: Satire, James, is that a reasonable explanation?
James Ashby argues that the satire segment was not harmless or editorially justifiable, characterizing it as vile content and questioning the editorial judgment, while defending the broader need for accountability and balanced media coverage.
The Macpherson Angle | 21 June
Q: How did the guest respond to concerns about safety and threats?
David Farley described ongoing security concerns, noting that AFP and police measures aim to protect all parliamentarians, and emphasized that threats require vigilance and proper follow-through by authorities.
The Macpherson Angle | 21 June
Q: What did Pauline Hanson advocate regarding national language in public life?
She argued that in a monocultural Australia, English should be the common language in public and workplace settings, clarifying that she did not call for bans on other languages at home but emphasized a shared public language.
The Macpherson Angle | 7 June
Q: What do you think about the billboard controversy involving Jacinta Allan and its implications for women in leadership?
The host frames the issue as a test of tolerance for gendered political attacks, while Hanson deflects with a broader history of political rhetoric, underscoring ongoing debates about sexism and leadership in politics.
The Macpherson Angle | 10 May
Q: Can you tell me two or three areas he's thinking of when he says the Coalition has been a party of convenience?
The guest outlines areas where traditional Liberal policies—fiscal responsibility, smaller government, and a more proactive national-interest approach—were perceived to have weakened, urging a return to clarity and conviction in policy-making.

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2. Gina Rinehart
3. Chris Merritt
4. Dawn Fraser
5. Boy George
6. Mary Aldred
7. Ashley Webb
8. David Farley

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