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Episode 134 – UK Reform

In this episode, Andy and Roger take on a listener question from George in the UK, who’s puzzled by political divergence across the Anglosphere. Why is Farage resurgent in Britain while progressive governments cling on elsewhere? The lads give it a go—Roger reluctantly, Andy enthusiastically (with his best Rory Stewart impersonation).

They explore why Australia’s compulsory and preferential voting systems might be the unsung heroes of political stability, contrast the class divide in the UK with Australia’s anti-elitist ethos, and suggest the Brits may just be a little too fond of protest voting. There’s also time for a good old whinge about gloomy post-war British architecture and a solid plug for Australian-style democracy.

Naturally, they manage to reference Westminster real estate and Tommy Robinson-adjacent YouTube videos along the way. No royalists were harmed in the making of this podcast.

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Episode 133 – Harry's back

Andy and Roger are back with a whinge-fuelled episode, turning their attention once again to everyone's favourite Californian exile, Prince Harry. Following a dramatic BBC interview in which Harry pleads for reconciliation with his royal family, the duo dissect the contradictions, media strategy (or lack thereof), and the persistent petulance of the prince formerly known as HRH.

They dive into Harry’s comparisons to Indigenous truth and reconciliation movements, his ongoing obsession with security arrangements, and the broader implications for royal protocol. Roger questions whether anyone’s sat him down with a decent therapist, while Andy argues the taxpayer shouldn’t be footing the bill for personal grievances. There's talk of media monetisation, monarchy boundaries, and whether Charles should just drown the whole thing in syrupy affection. Plus: should William go full “kneel before Zod” on his younger brother?

Also featuring Meghan Markle, jam, Jack in the Box, Montecito mansions, and Scooby-Doo-adjacent royal reporters.

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Episode 132 – Red wedding

In this episode, Andy and Roger grapple with the fallout from Australia’s federal election, likening the Coalition’s crushing defeat to a political "Red Wedding." The mood is both sombre and sharp as they dissect why the Albanese Labor government cruised to a landslide win — and why that victory feels, to some, undeserved.

They reflect on the fate of Peter Dutton’s Coalition and the looming impact of MAGA and Trump. Together, they explore the fragmentation of the Coalition’s "broad church," the rise of the Teal independents, and whether Australian politics risks becoming stagnant in the face of dominant majorities.

The duo also muses on the challenges facing the opposition: should they embrace radical change or attempt to rebuild a fractured centre-right? And did Labor really romp in the vote? What does their low primary vote mean for its future direction — emboldenment or caution?

If you’ve ever wondered what a post-election hangover sounds like, this is it.

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Episode 131 – Gaza

This episode starts, as all thoughtful geopolitical episodes should, with a frank discussion about celibacy, incels, and collector’s edition virgins. After a full 15 minutes of deeply inappropriate speculation, Andy and Roger pivot—perhaps too smoothly—into a serious, structured debate about the Israel–Gaza conflict.

They run a series of increasingly pointed statements at each other, looking for common ground on a topic often defined by its polarisation. Do Palestinians have a right of return? Can Israel defend itself without creating more terrorists? Is Hamas an idea more than an organisation? And has Netanyahu prolonged the war for his own political gain?

Through their usual blend of logic puzzles, dry detours, and actual attempts at diplomacy, they explore moral ambiguity, strategic miscalculations, and what it really means to “hold the middle” in a time of war. The episode doesn’t offer easy answers—but at least no one got shushed this time.

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Episode 129 – Experts

In this episode, Andy and Roger wade into the bubbling swamp of podcast ethics and ask: what does it really mean to platform someone? Prompted by a spicy Joe Rogan episode featuring Douglas Murray and Dave Smith, they debate whether podcast hosts have a moral obligation to vet their guests—or at least to push back when nonsense is spouted at scale.

They reflect on Rogan’s evolution from a curious left-leaning gym bro to a darling of the alt-media scene, dissecting his appeal, contradictions, and cultural influence. Douglas Murray’s confrontation with Rogan is used as a springboard to explore how we talk about (and trust) expertise in an age where everyone has a platform, and misinformation spreads faster than seed oils in an influencer’s pantry.

The conversation ranges from conspiracies and contrarians to climate science, the war in Ukraine, and whether you really can drink red wine for your health. They also debate if Lex Friedman should interview Vladimir Putin, and whether some podcasts unwittingly serve as propaganda delivery systems.

It’s a sharp look at the tension between open discourse and responsible curation—plus, a reminder that even self-described comedians might have more power than they realise.

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Episode 128 – Tariffs and time travel

In this episode, Andy and Roger ponder the science of the flux capacitor and the tantalising idea of travelling through time—only to find themselves knee-deep in Trump tariffs, MAGA loyalists, and the geopolitical fallout of a nuclear trade war. What begins as a pop-culture nod to Back to the Future becomes a sprawling conversation about cultish political devotion, strategic trolling, and the existential crisis of buying cheap Nikes from morally questionable supply chains.

Andy and Roger discuss Trump’s latest economic chaos, prompting a spirited debate about whether his base is misled, misunderstood, or simply bored and destructive. From the psychological makeup of Peter Thiel types to the petty grievances of Fox News junkies, Andy and Roger lay out the intellectual poverty of modern MAGAism. Roger plays devil’s advocate while Andy unleashes a steady stream of exasperated analogies—Scientologists, cults, and the inevitable popcorn-worthy downfall of the base.

Things then take a turn into proper time travel territory: what moment in history would you change? Should we bring back Churchill to slap Trump across the face? Or Jesus to sort out the PR crisis he left behind?

Finally, they take a speculative leap into the year 2055, considering the trajectory of AI, the banality of future tech, and whether having ChatGPT in 1995 would’ve been enough to take over the world (spoiler: no). It’s philosophical, petty, political, and properly nerdy.

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Episode 127 – Adolescence

Andy and Roger tackle the Netflix series Adolescence, dissecting the critical response and its portrayal of masculinity, youth radicalisation, and social influence. The discussion kicks off with Roger recounting a listener’s question about tariffs and Trump’s misleading rhetoric, before pivoting to Andy’s frustration over the show’s reception.

They discuss whether the series' depiction of toxic masculinity and social alienation accurately reflects broader societal trends or merely indulges in moral panic. Roger plays devil’s advocate, suggesting generational shifts in how masculinity is perceived and shaped, while Andy critiques the series for its exaggerated depiction of schools, parenting, and social decay.

From Andrew Tate’s divisive messaging to the perceived influence of the manosphere, Andy and Roger challenge the notion that harmful ideologies can completely corrupt ‘normal’ boys. They also touch on the complexities of online dating, social isolation, and how narratives like Adolescence contribute to anxiety about raising boys in the modern world.

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