The Modern Democracy
Australian Politics can be difficult to understand - it's time-consuming, it's hard to keep up with, while being almost impossible to find some order in the chaos. On The Modern Democracy, we're keeping it simple, concise, and easy to access for all individuals who are looking to keep up and learn what goes on behind the scenes and what it means for all Australians.
Episodes
11 episodes
In Conversation: Deyi Wu
In this second instalment of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview former President of the NSW Young Liberals, Deyi Wu. We discuss where the Liberal Party needs to go following the outcome of the 2022 and 2023 elections, her journey i...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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33:17
Episode 9 - 2023 NSW State Election
What are our major parties offering voters in 2023? What key issues are up for debate in NSW? How do these policies compare, and what are the positives and negatives? In this comparative episode, we analyse the different policies that the Liber...
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Episode 9
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21:27
In Conversation: Lucy Skelton
In this debut episode of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview Lucy Skelton. After running for Victorian State Parliament for the seat of Kew at just 19, Lucy's involvement in Australian politics & climate justice activism has ins...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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34:32
Episode 7 - The Indigenous Voice
What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? What would it do for Australia? What are the arguments for and against? In today's episode, we simplify upcoming debate on the potential 2023 Constitutional Referendum. By analysing what the Indigenou...
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17:03
Episode 6 - Berejiklian & Perrottet
Why did our popular Premier resign? What does this resignation hold for the future of NSW? Why is Dominic Perrottet's appointment a cause for concern? In this episode, we delve into the nuances and causes of this resignation, to understand how ...
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24:03
Episode 5 - COVID-19, Christian Porter, AUKUS and the Federal Election
In this conversational episode, I'm joined by Labor member @nordin_labor to talk about our current happenings in Australian politics.
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51:57
Episode 4 - #auspolroundup
What are 'Coalition tax policies', why did Labor support them, and how will they impact young people? What is pork-barrelling and what are the car park rorts? How has Brittany Higgins impacted women's safety in Government? Join us to answer the...
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19:44
Episode 3 - Australia's Housing Crisis
Ever wanted to purchase property in Australia? Or understand the reasons why property prices keep skyrocketing? In this episode, we're talking about the housing crisis - what it even is, what has caused it, what potential solutions exist, and w...
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15:27
Episode 2 - Liberal v. Labor
Through the slogans, promises and quick turnovers of our PMs, it can be virtually impossible to see the difference between our two major parties, the Liberal Party and the Labor Party. This episode delves into the historic and modern difference...
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14:08
Episode 1 - How does the Government work in Australia?
The workings and mechanisms of the Australian Government are something we are never really taught, and we are only every provided with either vague information or an overwhelming amount of detail. In this episode, we outline how the Australian ...
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