ED NOTE: Since recording this episode Hannah has announced her intention to run as an independent in the seat of Grayndler against Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

What happens when an eldest child, former "party trick" kid, and self-described internet rat-bag grows up to challenge the status quo?

On this episode Wil sits down with Hannah Ferguson, founder and CEO of Cheek Media and co-host of Big Small Talk, for a hilarious, sharp, and deeply honest conversation about media, power, and identity.

Hannah opens up about growing up in a politically divided household, walking away from a career in law and building an independent progressive media empire that directly challenges Murdoch-dominated narratives.

We dive into the trap of social media algorithm capture, the dangerous rise of AI-generated content, why progressive voices don't have to be boring, and what it really takes to develop a "bias for action" in a world designed to keep us passive.

It’s an insightful, funny, and refreshing look at modern politics, pop culture, public humiliation rituals, and learning to lean in when something scares you

LINKS

• Read 'Wormhole' by Hanah McElhinney https://tr.ee/VOsKFO .
• Follow @hannahferguson___ on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hannahferguson___/ .
• Check out @CheekMedia.co on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cheekmedia.co/ .
• Listen to 'Big Small Talk' hosted by Hannah Ferguson and Sarah-Jane Adams
• Get tickets to the 'Cheek Live: State of The Nation' Tour https://fane.com.au/whats-on/cheek-live-state-of-the-nation/ .

CREDITS

Host: Wil Anderson
Guest: Hannah Ferguson
Executive Producer & Editor: Elise Cooper
Video Producer: Michael Campbell

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