Daily News Bulletin - Tuesday 14th April

The Greenslander himself, Max Chandler-Mather joins Betoota Talks to discuss his unique brand of environmentalist class politics, and how it translates so well to suburban Queensland. At the 2022 election, MCM snatched the safe Labor electorate of Griffith in South Brisbane for the Greens - former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's old seat. He was joined by two more lower house MPs on the southside of the River City. These aren't inner-city leftie suburbs. What is Max doing differently to Labor and the Liberals? The 33-year-old Maverick unionist explains to The Betoota team just how succesful he is when it comes to winning over right-wing voters during his relentless door-knocking campaigns and community events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Mar 29min

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Mar 12min

This week on the Betoota Talks, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker sit down with Dermot Kennedy, the critically acclaimed, multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter, to chat about his brand-new global Irish music festival, MISNEACH. Pronounced mish-nyach (meaning ‘courage’ in Gaelic), MISNEACH is a massive celebration of Irish music and culture, set to take over Sydney’s Domain on Sunday, March 16, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Dermot gives us the inside scoop on curating the lineup, which features The Frames (AU exclusive), Matt Corby, Kneecap, Meg Mac, Amble, Sorcha Richardson, The Scratch, Susan O’Neill, Cliffords, and FYNCH. We talk about the importance of championing Irish culture, what punters can expect from the festival, and the madness of bringing Kneecap down under. Join us for a chat about music, heritage, and why Sydney is about to host the best St. Paddy’s party in the Southern Hemisphere. Tickets to MISNEACH are on sale now at frontiertouring.com/misneach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Mar 40min

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Mar 8min

This week we talk to the Member for Farrer Sussan Ley. A seasoned political operator and deputy leader of the Liberal Party. Born in Nigeria, raised in the Emirates and the British boarding school system before settling in Canberra, Sussan’s path to politics has been anything but conventional. From her time as a commercial pilot to raising cattle to holding multiple ministerial portfolios, she’s seen firsthand how Australian politics has evolved since she was first elected in 2001. Now, as a key figure in the Opposition, she shares her thoughts on the challenges facing the Coalition, the road to the next election, and why political battles aren’t just fought in Parliament but in the hearts and minds of voters. Tune in for a rather candid conversation about the state of politics today, where we cover a range of topics, including her boss' penchant for extreme specific share trading.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Mar 51min

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Feb 10min

This week we talk to Kos Samaras - a laser sharp political pundit and advisor. The grandson of Greek partisan communists, raised in Broadmeadows, Kos rose through the ranks to become one of the most influential political figures in Victoria. Now, a strategist and pollster he offered some intriguing insights into the state of modern politics and where the major parties are going wrong. Tune in for a fascinating chat about why things like the UFC can shake up an election campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Feb 47min

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Feb 15min