What’s the Point? with Richard Denniss
The Australia InstituteWhat’s the Point? with Richard Denniss cuts through the spin to explain the political and economic decisions shaping the lives of everyday Australians.
Richard connects the dots between policy and politics with sharp analysis. By getting straight to the point, Richard helps listeners understand how democracy works and why it matters.
Presented by the Australia Institute.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 15 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||
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On this episode of What’s the Point?, Richard Denniss explains what’s really driving inflation in Australia and why interest rates aren’t actually the only way to control it.
This episode was recorded on Friday 11 September.
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The Prime Minister said he wants to promote ‘progressive patriotism’ – but his policies tell a different story. In this episode of What’s the Point?, Richard explains the dangers of centrism and what progressive politics actually looks like.
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On this episode of What’s the Point?, Richard Denniss examines Australia’s artificial intelligence boom and the political fight over who reaps the rewards.
This episode was recorded on Friday 4 September.
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On this episode of What’s the Point?, Richard Denniss explains the goods and services tax. The GST was supposed to grow over time, so that state and territory governments would have a reliable income source to help them fund the important services th... more
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The show consistently cuts through political spin to unpack how policy decisions affect everyday life in Australia. Episodes tackle a mix of economic policy, environmental initiatives, housing, and national politics, often pairing brisk explanations with critical questions about who benefits and how policy design could be improved. A recurring strength is calling out greenwashing and surface-level talking points, while offering concrete policy contrasts—such as the difference between credits and offsets, or the distribution of fiscal benefits from natural-resource revenues. The format leans into insightful debate with expert guests and data-driven reasoning, aiming to help listeners understand complex stakes behind public decisions and how ... more
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