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The Party Line Podcast

Victorian Socialists
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Australia
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United States
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Victorian Socialists

This is a podcast by members of the Socialist Party in Naarm (Melbourne). We hope to bring a radical perspective to a podcast landscape dominated by insipid liberalism (looking at you, The Daily). The pod will come out weekly, and aims to breakdown news and current events from a socialist point of view. While a lot of what’s going on in the world is fairly bleak, The Party Line will try and highli... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 62 - The Party Line on how factory farming caused bird flu ft Michael Dulaney

This ep is all about how capitalism is destroying the planet. We chat to Michael Dulaney about his new book Sentinels, which explores the way in which factory farm... more

Episode 61 - The Party Line on Labor’s Gambling Addiction

This week’s ep is all about the gambling industry - and the ALP’s refusal to cut it down to size. We start by looking at the sheer scale of money involved, tens of billions of dollars annuall... more

Episode 60 - The Party Line on how the Royal Commission was Hijacked

This week’s episode is once again dedicated to the Royal Commission into why Israel is awesome and not allowed to be protested (sic). In particular, we look at the day of investiga... more

Episode 59: The Party Line on Socialists Vs One Nation in Victoria

This week Omar is sick with “not some nothing virus”. So Anneke and Jordy take us through the good news: Andrew Tate is in jail, the news: The coalition has overtaken Labor in Victor... more

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Recent Guests

Kath Larkin
candidate for Northcote
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Corey Oakley
secretary of Victorian Socialists
Victorian Socialists
Episode: The Party Line on Socialists Vs One Nation in Victoria
Brendan Laws
candidate for Nidri (Ben Carroll's seat)
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Jazz Duff
candidate for Footscray
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Jonathan Sriranganathan
Member of the Greens in Brisbane, former Brisbane City Councillor
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Episode: The Party Line on Socialists, Greens and the Australian Left ft Jono Sriranganathan
Sam Woripa Watson
Wanjiri Bar and Birri Gubba man, activist, participant on the Global Samwood Flotilla
Palestine solidarity activism, Indigenous activism in Australia
Episode: The Party Line on Israel's Sadistic Treatment of the Sumud Flotilla ft. Sam Woripa Watson
Gary Foley
Indigenous activist and speaker at the Coburg town hall event
Victorian Socialists
Episode: The Party Line on Labor’s "Communist" Budget
Gaith Crame
Representative from Muslim Votes Matter
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Episode: The Party Line on Labor’s "Communist" Budget
Ethan Floyd
Global Sumud Flotilla participant; Wiradjuri, Whale One and Niamba person from NSW
Global Sumud Flotilla / Students for Palestine
Episode: The Party Line on Israel’s kidnapping and torture of flotilla activists

Hosts

Jordan
Host of The Party Line Podcast; involved in editorial discussions and on-air activism; affiliated with The Party Line Podcast and Socialist Party (Australia)
Anneke
Host of The Party Line Podcast; long-running contributor with ties to The Party Line Podcast
Omar
Host of The Party Line Podcast; central on-air contributor across multiple episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 426 ratings
  • A Great Podcast

    Knowledgeable Australian socialists talking about national and international events.

    Helps one see through all the ambiguous nonsense our politicians serve us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hellyeahgirlfriend!
    Australia5 months ago
  • Excellent pod!

    Kind, intelligent, funny humans shining light on the most important issues of our times with sharp analysis. The Party Line wins

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaggy Wombat
    Australia6 months ago
  • This podcast is actually good

    It’s a really good pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bullflan
    Australia7 months ago
  • 🥰

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aTomgoboom
    7 months ago
  • Very funny and informative

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mattea
    7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the accessible yet sharp left critique and clarity on organizing strategy.
Many value the combination of historical context with current events.
Fans note the host chemistry and candid, combative tone as a hallmark of the show.
The show is praised for turning complex political topics into actionable activism.

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The Party Line on Mamdani, Rudd and anti-protest laws
Q: How do mass protests like the seven-million-strong demonstration influence strategy for future action, according to the hosts and guest?
They acknowledge their immediate political impact and the potential for lasting change, but emphasize the need to organize, build networks, and develop durable institutions to sustain momentum beyond a single mass event.
The Party Line on Mamdani, Rudd and anti-protest laws
Q: What are the challenges faced by Mamdani's campaign after his primary win, and why is there concern about the shift toward executive office?
The concerns center on tensions between left-wing promises and the realities of negotiating with the Democratic establishment, where leadership must work with powerful, capital-aligned interests. This creates pressure to compromise, which risks undermining the campaign's radical edge and alienating grassroots supporters.
The Party Line on Oasis, Remembrance Day and locking up kids for life
Q: Well what do you make of these new laws that are being proposed by the Allen government, Tom?
Tom explains they are barbaric and punitive toward children, deny developmental science, and ignore evidence that policing and imprisonment do not prevent crime; instead, investments in housing, education, and jobs are far more effective, while resisting racialized policing and expanding community-led responses.
The party line on how Bondi is being weaponised against Palestine ft. Amy Remeikis
Q: Amy, can you describe the current media landscape around the Bondi attack and how coverage has evolved since the initial reporting?
Amy outlines a shift from immediate, crisis-driven coverage to ongoing debates about anti-Semitism, civil liberties, and Palestinian rights, noting pressure on journalists and the role of media ecosystems in shaping public perception.
The Party Line Christmas Special
Q: Sean asks for an update on Tasmania and anti-socialist party branches, and whether there is strong organizing in the territories.
Tasmanian Socialists are actively registering and campaigning, with weekly branch meetings, strike solidarity work, and vibrant organizing in Hobart and Launceston; in the Northern Territory, organizers address systemic racism and have engaged in Pine Gap and U.S. military presence campaigns, reflecting robust regional activity.

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A hard-left, issue-driven program that analyzes national and global politics through a socialist lens. Episodes consistently critique mainstream politics, labor struggles, imperialism, and media narratives while highlighting grassroots organizing, worker power, and solidarity campaigns. Notable tends include detailed examinations of local campaigns, anti-racism organizing, Palestine solidarity, Indigenous rights, and anti-war activism, all paired with practical calls to action such as door-knocking, fundraisers, and community mobilization. A standout is the willingness to mix sharp critique with historical context and to foreground voices from activist circles, unions, and socialist movements, making it a potential match for listeners seeki... more

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1. Kath Larkin
2. Corey Oakley
3. Brendan Laws
4. Jazz Duff
5. Jonathan Sriranganathan
6. Sam Woripa Watson
7. Gary Foley
8. Gaith Crame

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