Guests: Danielle Elston & Caroline Croser-Barlow from the Westminster Tradition podcast.

We cover a range of topics, including the Canberra experience, the role of Parliament, the naming of Canberra, whiskey and beer, the Westminster Tradition Podcast, perspectives on staffers and bureaucrats, the role of lobbyists and advocacy, perceptions of the bureaucracy, the impact of COVID on bureaucracy, and understanding public acceptance.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to What's Your Poison
• 01:03 The Canberra Experience
• 02:14 The Role of Parliament in Canberra
• 03:29 The Naming of Canberra
• 04:06 Discussion on Whiskey and Beer
• 04:38 Reflection on Guardian Essential Report
• 05:01 Introduction of Guests and Their Poison
• 07:23 Westminster Tradition Podcast and Public Service
• 09:40 Perspectives on Staffers and Bureaucrats
• 24:30 The Role of Lobbyists and Advocacy
• 26:24 Perceptions of the Bureaucracy
• 29:04 The Impact of COVID on Bureaucracy
• 33:53 Understanding Public Acceptance
• 34:22 The Limitations of Bureaucracy
• 35:19 Government Decision Making During COVID
• 42:21 Trust in Government and Public Sector
• 46:35 The Role of Public Servants and Consultants
• 56:06 Technology and Public Sector Efficiency

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https://thewestminstertradition.buzzsprout.com/