The Westminster Tradition
The Westminster TraditionUnpacking lessons for the public service, starting with the Robodebt Royal Commission. In 2019, after three years, Robodebt was found to be unlawful. The Royal Commission process found it was also immoral and wildly inaccurate.
Ultimately the Australian Government was forced to pay $1.8bn back to more than 470,000 Australians.
In this podcast we dive deep into public policy failures like Robodeb... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 64 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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One of the finest podcasts I have listened to in modern times. Is an institution of democracy. Ms Eliston is a fine artist and an asset to our public service and our nation.
Apple Podcasts5Harry M L
Australia25 days ago - Essential listen for public servants
This is a great podcast which digs into the details of government failures. So so much resonated with me. The honesty of watching while others pull back the curtain is so affirming.
Apple Podcasts5Canadianstarrynight
Canada10 months ago - This is a very good podcast… but
As a senior public servant, I am hanging on every insight and observation about improving our practice and accountability. I feel conflicted though that the podcast sometimes obfuscates the real human trauma with glib jokes and too-clever references to frameworks or philosophers (eg the most recent bonus episode from Caroline was hard to listen to). Sometimes misses the right tone for the right topic.
Apple Podcasts4podcastsislikemyfamilyAustralia2 years ago - Very valuable
As a public servant passionate about my job, this is gold. Very relevant, important lessons and refreshing to hear public servants being honest about the realities of our work (rather than waiting until their retirement speech to do so). Thank-you.
Apple Podcasts5GGeorgie545Australia2 years ago - Great public service podcast!
This is a great podcast for anyone working in the Public Sector whether State, Federal or Local Government, Emergency Services, Education, Health or the Justice and Community Services sector. I am listening to episode 11 and I really resonated with the conversation around senior leaders needing to provide insight into what they are asking their colleagues to sell. Understanding the thinking behind a decision is something I have only just begun to understand. I’m tasked with interpreting policy t... more
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Apple Podcasts | #59 |  New Zealand/Government |
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Focusing on the intricacies of public service and governance, the content explores significant failures within the public sector, particularly emphasizing the controversial Robodebt scheme and other notable public policy failures. Discussions often involve the lessons to be learned from these failures, touching on themes such as accountability, leadership challenges, and the ethical implications of governmental decisions. The unique angle lies in its candid examination of real-world bureaucratic mishaps and the emotional narratives of those affected, providing both valuable insights and relatable experiences for today's public servants and citizens alike.
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Recent guests on The Westminster Tradition include:
1. Tom Loosemore
2. Amanda Vanstone
3. The Honorable Amanda Vanstone AO
4. Mike Kaiser
5. John Hill
6. Andrew Podger AO
7. Nathan Lovett-Murray
8. Sue Vardon AO
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