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The Shot Podcast

Jo Dyer and Dave Milner
Australia
Australian Politics
Climate Change
Gaza
Donald Trump
Palestine
Labor Party
AUKUS
Iran
Israel
Racism
Peter Dutton
Israel-Palestine Conflict
China
Trump Administration
Ukraine
United States
Liberal Party
Julian Assange
National Anti-Corruption Commission

A weekly podcast about Australian politics, power and corruption. Each week Jo Dyer and Dave Milner probe the myths and half-truths pushed by those in power.

Sometimes profound, occasionally profane, The Shot podcast is always entertaining. If you want a didactic account of power and politics in Australia, download something else. But if you want robust, honest and witty engagement with the big is... more

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This week on The Sunday Shot, Jo Dyer and Dave Milner are joined by returning panelist Antoun Issa and debutant Tina Quinn from 2SER's Fourth Estate to dissect a chaotic week in politics both at home and abroad. Starting with Karl Stefanovic's depart... more

This week, Jo Dyer and David Milner are joined by Bruce Wolpe and first-time guest Charlie Lewis from Crikey. The panel dissects that National Press Club address, and how the media (mis)handled Hanson's inflammatory rhetoric, as well as a curious pre... more

That feeling when the government's budget lacks principle and accountability, and we all suffer because the math ain't mathing on those secondhand subs we totally always wanted.

Our panel looks deeper at the budget after many Senate estimates questi... more

Daniel James and Joel Jenkins join Dave and Jo to talk about a range of topics this week. We cover the bizarre latest attacks on Grace Tame, Dave's exclusive reporting on the undeclared munitions factories supplying Israel, what happens when One Nati... more

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Recent Guests

Jayson Gillham
Renowned concert pianist; described as plaintiff in MSO case over artistic freedom
Independent artist; plaintiff in court case against Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Episode: The World-ish Cup? - Emma Shortis, Michael Pascoe, and Jayson Gillham
Tim Dunlop
Author and commentator; discussed Teals and potential party formation
Independent author
Episode: A Party of Independents? - Crystal Andrews, Royce Kurmelovs and Tim Dunlop
Kalila Welch
Editor of Cheek Media
Cheek Media
Episode: Budget Special - Greg Jericho, Kalila Welch and El Gibbs
Greg Jericho
Economist, Australia Institute
Australia Institute
Episode: Budget Special - Greg Jericho, Kalila Welch and El Gibbs
El Gibbs
NDIS expert and advocate
Independent disability sector commentator
Episode: Budget Special - Greg Jericho, Kalila Welch and El Gibbs
Nick Feik
Investigative journalist who conducted a deep dive into the NACC
The Shot Podcast
Episode: All About Farrer; Nick on NACC; Aboard Sumud - Rachel Withers, Nick Feik, Surya McEwen
Surya McEwen
Activist aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza
Sumud Global Flotilla
Episode: All About Farrer; Nick on NACC; Aboard Sumud - Rachel Withers, Nick Feik, Surya McEwen
Tim Baxter
Climate expert and journalist
Independent/Climate journalism
Episode: Rich Kids, Poor Kids, and the Inaction Faction - Tim Baxter and Jane Caro
Antony Loewenstein
Journalist and commentator
Independent journalist
Episode: The Evil Corporate Manifesto - Grace Tame, Antony Loewenstein, and Amal Naser

Hosts

Jo Dyer
Host with a focus on political analysis, governance, and independent media commentary. Frequently leads discussions and conducts interviews.
David Milner
Co-host and editor with a critical, cross-cutting view on politics, media, and policy, often steering debate and providing editorial context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • This is where I’m listening every Sunday Morning

    The other program on Sunday morning has become so predictable and mainstream . This is where I now go to inform myself and get fresh insights. They also have some amazing guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diddoms69
    Australiaa month ago
  • Weekly must have

    I’m one of many Australian politics nerds who, sick of Insider’s decline, rejoiced when The Shot redeemed Sunday morning. Fantastic presentation by Jo and Dave (and shoutout to Denise in the control room) plus amazing guests every week. There are too many to name all the gems but special mention for amazing Grace Tame, climate warrior Ketan Joshi and the incomparable queen of #Auspol Amy Remekis. Indy media is the last bastion of truth. Thanks Shot team, keep going from strength to strength.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    areThereAnyNicknamesLeftLolNo
    Australia3 months ago
  • David Milner

    David Milner is evil incarnate.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Joshgladwin
    Australia6 months ago
  • Intelligent, relevant and enlightening

    This is a great podcast, and so much better discussion, depth and guests than any other Australian program that I’ve heard. Thanks, keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lulu ledoux
    Australia7 months ago
  • Frequent listener

    Great to hear new perspectives. One thing when commentators discuss housing unaffordability. Howard’s changes did the real damage however one thing I never hear discussed is how our changed society over the past few decades doesn’t enter the equation. More people don’t marry and more people divorce meaning more housing is required to cater for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaza100
    Australiaa year ago

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Audio quality and production occasionally noted as variable but content is consistently insightful
A go-to for listeners wanting thoughtful Australian political discourse and diverse viewpoints
Independent, fearless analysis with strong guests
High-quality, in-depth discussions that challenge mainstream narratives

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All About Farrer; Nick on NACC; Aboard Sumud - Rachel Withers, Nick Feik, Surya McEwen
Q: Could you give us a little potted history of what went wrong with the NACC so quickly?
Nick Feik outlines concerns from initial decisions about public hearings, the composition of deputy commissioners, and perceived patronage in appointments, arguing these factors undermined the commission's credibility and effectiveness.
Rich Kids, Poor Kids, and the Inaction Faction - Tim Baxter and Jane Caro
Q: Can you talk us through your analysis of the safeguard mechanism and what it has actually accomplished?
Tim Baxter explains that the safeguard mechanism is technically complex and has resulted in little real emissions reduction; many facilities left the scheme and offsets used are often of questionable integrity, meaning the policy has not achieved meaningful climate outcomes.
Time for Courage - Alice Grundy, Joel Jenkins and Michael Pascoe
Q: How can we transfer our courage from these kind of ideas we have on the shitter, or these things that we talk about down at the pub, to actually having us working together as an entity to fight against what seems to be a locked up sort of caper right now?
Alice suggests that it starts with recognizing that every vote is valuable and becoming active in various political movements and discussions to affect change.
Time for Courage - Alice Grundy, Joel Jenkins and Michael Pascoe
Q: Can you talk us through this, please?
Ogi discusses the disturbing relationship between Australia and Nauru, highlighting how Australia treats refugees and the inhumane policies in place.
Isabelle Reinecke and Royce Kurmelovs
Q: Isabelle, does this put Gillian Segal really in an entirely tenuous position in relation to her role as special envoy?
It feels quite problematic due to her husband's significant donations to groups with controversial agendas.

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A sharp, analysis-driven look at Australian politics, power, and policy with frequent live interviews and roundtable panels. Episodes weave together domestic policy debates (NDIS, housing, budget, elections) with international angles (gaza, Iran, US–Australia dynamics), media ecosystems, and discussions about accountability and governance. Notable strengths include high-profile guests, fearless critique of power structures, and a candid, independent-leaning approach that often challenges mainstream narratives. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want in-depth policy context, robust media analysis, and diverse perspectives on current affairs, with a willingness to tackle controversial topics head-on.

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Recent guests on The Shot Podcast include:

1. Jayson Gillham
2. Tim Dunlop
3. Kalila Welch
4. Greg Jericho
5. El Gibbs
6. Nick Feik
7. Surya McEwen
8. Tim Baxter

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