Synopsis
Michelle Grattan, Chief Political Correspondent at The Conversation, talks politics with politicians and experts, from Capital Hill.
Episodes
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Culture wars and costings: election special podcast with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
02/05/2025 Duration: 16mineditorial@theconversation.edu.auPolicy tracker: https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/ Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Pollster Kos Samaras on how voters are leaving the major parties behind
28/04/2025 Duration: 19minEx-Labor strategist turned pollster Kos Samaras says both major parties have been slow in adapting to this year's huge pre-poll voter turnout.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newslettersHow Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.
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Scares and stunts in the home stretch: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
24/04/2025 Duration: 15mineditorial@theconversation.edu.auPolicy tracker: https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/ Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Politics with Michelle Grattan: historian Frank Bongiorno on dramatic shifts in how elections are fought and won
23/04/2025 Duration: 34minFrom handling town hall hecklers to swaying voters through podcasts and online algorithms, Australian election campaigns have transformed in recent generations.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Two blunders and tap dancing with the truth: election special podcast with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
18/04/2025 Duration: 14mineditorial@theconversation.edu.auPolicy tracker: https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newslettersHow Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Warwick McKibbin on trying to model economic certainty in uncertain times
16/04/2025 Duration: 26minJoining us from Washington DC is Warwick McKibbin, an internationally renowned economic modeller from the ANU whose services are now in high demand.Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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DOGEy Dutton and a dull debate: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
11/04/2025 Duration: 18mineditorial@theconversation.edu.auPolicy tracker: https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/ Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newslettersHow Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.
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Hugh White on what the next PM should tell Trump and defending Australia – without the US
09/04/2025 Duration: 31minDefence expert Hugh White says Australia should leave AUKUS and plan to "take responsibility for our own security", without relying on the US coming to our aid.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newslettersHow Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.
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What it's like to be showered with Trump dust: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
04/04/2025 Duration: 17mineditorial@theconversation.edu.auReader survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TheConversationElection25Policy tracker: https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/ Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Kos Samaras on polls and the people who'll decide this election
01/04/2025 Duration: 23minKos Samaras, a director of the political consultancy firm Redbridge and a former Labor Party official joins to talk about the polls and the parties prospects.Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.
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It’s on: tracking policies and truth in advertising. Election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
28/03/2025 Duration: 24minPolicy tracker:https://stories.theconversation.com/policy-tracker/Set the Agenda survey:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TheConversationElection25email us: editorial@theconversation.edu.auMentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.The Conversation WeeklySearch for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Jim Chalmers and Angus Taylor on tax top-ups and budget bottom lines
26/03/2025 Duration: 28minOn this podcast we are joined by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor to talk about the budget.Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Negotiating with the Greens and negotiating with Trump: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
21/03/2025 Duration: 21minMichelle Grattan and The Conversation's Politics Editor Amanda Dunn discuss the big issues of the week and answer your questions.Mentioned in this episode:How Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newsletters
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Barbara Pocock on the Greens' policy priorities
19/03/2025 Duration: 33minWith the polls close to a dead heat, would the Greens push a potential minority Labor government even harder to pursue their agenda?
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Tariffs, a tricky road for Dutton and the future of Pine Gap: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn
14/03/2025 Duration: 18minMichelle Grattan and The Conversation's Politics Editor Amanda Dunn discuss the big issues of the week and answer your questions.Mentioned in this episode:Sign up to The Conversation's newsletterhttps://theconversation.com/au/newslettersHow Australian Democracy Works'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.
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Peter Dutton on why he’s not Australia’s Trump – ‘I’m my own person’
13/03/2025 Duration: 45minOpposition leader Peter Dutton joins the podcast to discuss his ambitions if he becomes Prime Minster at the May election.
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Tina Jackson says there's 'No such thing as a safe seat': 3 independent challengers to watch this election
12/03/2025 Duration: 24minWe are joined by the co-founder of the Community Independents Project, Tina Jackson - a key figure behind Zali Steggall's successful campaign against Tony Abbott in 2019Mentioned in this episode:Listen to Scam Factories on The Conversation Weekly
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James Curran on Trump, Ukraine, shifting tectonic plates, and a bigger Australian defence bill
07/03/2025 Duration: 28minTo discuss Trump Mark 2 on the world stage and what that means for Australia, we're joined by James Curran, professor of modern history at the University of Sydney.Mentioned in this episode:Listen to Scam Factories on The Conversation Weekly
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Cyclone Alfred wreaks havoc as leaders await Trump tariff decision: election special episode 2 with Amanda Dunn and Michelle Grattan
07/03/2025 Duration: 16minCyclone Alfred wreaks havoc as leaders await Trump tariff decision: election special episode 2 with Amanda Dunn and Michelle GrattanFrom cyclones to school funding announcements, there have been lot of issues - and disruptions - for the prime minister and opposition leader.As we gear up for a Federal election, Politics + Society Editor Amanda Dunn and Political Correspondent Michelle Grattan sit down to talk about this week's key issues. Mentioned in this episode:Listen to Scam Factories on The Conversation Weekly
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Chinese warships, a dirt file and a firming election date: election special episode with Amanda Dunn and Michelle Grattan
28/02/2025 Duration: 18minChinese warships, a dirt file and a firming election date: election special episode with Amanda Dunn and Michelle GrattanMentioned in this episode:Listen to Scam Factories on The Conversation Weekly