Bogan Intelligentsia

The Assault on Protest Rights in Australia | Prominent Lawyer & Civil Liberties Champion Nick Hanna

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 10 May 2026 18:17:37 +1000

In this powerful and timely episode of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with one of Australia’s leading criminal defence lawyers and civil liberties advocate, Nick Hanna. As principal of Hanna Legal and Chairperson of the newly launched Civil Liberties Defence Centre, Nick has been at the forefront of the fight for protest rights. Fresh from his major victory in the NSW Court of Appeal striking down the post-Bondi anti-protest laws, he delivers a hard-hitting analysis of the current assault on free speech and civil liberties in Australia.

Podcast Details: 79 min | Released 10 May 2026 | Nick Hanna – Leading Criminal Defence Lawyer & Chairperson of Civil Liberties Defence Centre

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The Continuing Failure of Australian Politics | Journalist Eddy Jokovich

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 07 May 2026 15:12:21 +1000

In this timely episode 62 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Joel Jenkins speaks with veteran Australian political journalist and publisher of New Politics, Eddy Jokovich. Fresh off his latest article “The Continuing Failure of Politics,” Eddy breaks down the deepening crisis in Australian governance exposed by the Royal Commission interim report, the Albanese government’s handling of the US/Israel war on Iran, and a directionless federal budget.

Eddy delivers unfiltered analysis on the Royal Commission’s secret recommendations, ASIO and AFP failures leading up to the Bondi attack, the secrecy protecting intelligence agencies, Australia’s lockstep alignment with a faltering US strategy in the Middle East, and the growing disconnect between public opinion and official policy.

Podcast Details: 68 min | Released 8 May 2026 | Eddy Jokovich – Veteran Australian Journalist & Publisher of New Politics

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Freedom Flotilla Under Fire: Exclusive Interview with James Godfrey (Spring 2026 Update)

Joel Jenkins — Sat, 02 May 2026 15:01:26 +1000

In this timely interview, James Godfrey — Steering Committee member of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and long-time Australian activist with Free Gaza Australia — joins us for a discussion on the historic Spring 2026 Gaza Freedom Flotilla.

Podcast Details: 40 min | Released 23 April, 2026 | James Godfrey – Inside the Largest Gaza Freedom Flotilla, Israeli Attacks & Breaking the Siege

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Senator David Shoebridge – Australia’s Pirate Foreign Policy, AUKUS, & the US Alliance

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:12:11 +1000

In episode 60 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Joel Jenkins sits down with Australian Greens Senator David Shoebridge for a no-holds-barred discussion on Australia’s foreign policy, national sovereignty, and the escalating conflicts in West Asia. Senator Shoebridge delivers a sharp critique of Australia’s rush to back the war in West Asia, the shifting US alliance under Trump, the future of AUKUS, and the bipartisan reflex for supporting imperial wars.

Essential listening for anyone concerned about Australia’s strategic independence, the human and sovereign costs of endless wars, and what a more independent Australian foreign policy could look like.

Podcast Details: 40 min | Released 23 April, 2026 | Senator David Shoebridge – Australia’s Pirate Foreign Policy, AUKUS, Palantir & the US Alliance

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Laith Marouf: The Real Situation in Southern Lebanon Right Now

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:03:07 +1000

In this hard-hitting episode of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with Beirut-based Palestinian-Syrian journalist, media producer, and founder of Free Palestine TV, Laith Marouf. From his direct on-the-ground reporting in southern Lebanon, Laith delivers raw, unfiltered truth about the ongoing Israeli occupation, the resistance, and the human reality in Lebanon today. Laith shares what makes on-the-ground reporting in this period unique, especially covering resistance operations, civilian impacts, and massacres in the south.We go deep into the human cost: the daily plight of displaced families, children growing up without homes, destroyed villages, and the constant fear under continued Israeli strikes and presence despite broader regional ceasefire dynamics. Essential listening for anyone seeking unfiltered insight into Lebanon’s struggle, the resilience of the resistance, and the human reality behind the headlines in West Asia.

Podcast Details: 1 hour 11 min | Released 19 April, 2026 | Laith Marouf – Beirut-based Journalist, Founder of Free Palestine TV & Voice from Southern Lebanon

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Hussein of the South: Raw Truth from Occupied Lebanon – Resistance, Resilience & What Comes Next

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:10:43 +1000

In this hard-hitting episode of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with independent Lebanese journalist Hussein Assaf, known as “Hussein of the South”. From his roots in southern Lebanon, Hussein delivers unfiltered ground truth about the current situation in Lebanon under ongoing Israeli occupation. We explore Lebanon’s complex history — its sectarian divisions rooted in colonial design, the legacy of Sykes-Picot, Syria’s impact, and how the country has evolved since the 2005 Hariri assassination and the 2006 war. Hussein details the dramatic shifts after October 7, 2023, the central role of Hezbollah, the enduring legacy of Hassan Nasrallah, and the current condition and morale of the resistance after the pager attacks and recent escalations.Essential listening for anyone seeking raw, ground-level insight into Lebanon’s struggle, the resilience of the resistance, and the human reality behind the headlines in West Asia.

Podcast Details: Duration: ~1 hour 8 min | Release Date: Monday, April 13, 2026 | Hussein Assaf – Independent Lebanese Journalist & Voice from the South

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Former Israeli Intel Officer Breaks Silence on Israel’s Disastrous Iran War | Shaiel Ben Ephraim

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:19:21 +1000

In this episode of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with Shaiel ben Ephraim, a former IDF officer and veteran of Israel’s notorious Unit 8200 intelligence corps. With Israel engaged in simultaneous wars against Iran and a brutal ground invasion of Lebanon, Shaiel cuts through the official narratives and media blackouts to deliver a rare insider’s assessment of what’s really happening. We discuss the unreported damage inside Israel from Iranian missile barrages , the true costs of the war, and whether Israel has dangerously underestimated Iran’s resilience and US ability. Shaiel addresses internal warnings of IDF collapse, growing criticism of Netanyahu, we also dive deep into the rationale behind Israels brutal Lebanon invasion.

Duration: ~1 hour 8 min | Release Date: Monday, April 13, 2026 | Shaiel ben Ephraim – Former IDF Officer & Ex-Unit 8200 Intelligence

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"Australia is at war, today": Ex-Major Stuart McCarthy on Wedgetail, AUKUS & Iran Escalation

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:36:01 +1100

In Episode 56 of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with former Australian Defence Force officer and experienced war planner Stuart McCarthy. On the eve of potential boots-on-the-ground escalation in Iran, Stuart cuts through the media blackouts and misreporting to reveal what’s really happening on the ground. Major McCarthy unpacks the developments and suggests that Australia is now at war.

Duration: ~70m | Release Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 | Stuart McCarthy – Former ADF War Planner & Ex-Major

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MUDRAT: Musical Rage Against Australia’s Cultural Wasteland

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:16:51 +1100

In Episode 45 of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with MUDRAT — the explosive Australian artist delivering raw, confrontational, and cathartic music with a clear working-class edge and a cutting political message. The conversation explores how all art is political, the contrast between their high-energy shows and Australia’s cultural wasteland, and the band’s journey from liberal views to class consciousness. MUDRAT breaks down how class defines modern Australian society, the growing impact on youth, wealth inequality, and the meaning behind their album Social Cohesion. We discuss racism in the Australian DNA, national shame and ignorance, the links between Australian settler colonialism and Palestine, and how decades of foreign and domestic policy reflect brutality at home and abroad.

Duration: ~82m | Release Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 | MUDRAT – Musician, Rebel Leader & Powerful Working-Class Voice from Australia

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Mssing Context: Why Australia’s Media Failed on Palestine | Renee Davidson

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:49:02 +1100

In Episode 44 of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with Renee Davidson — founder of the fast-growing independent platform Mssing Context — for a sharp, unflinching look at how Australian media has covered (and often distorted) the Palestine-Israel conflict. Renee launched Mssing Context in July 2025 to directly challenge misleading narratives in mainstream Australian outlets. Renee shares insights from her regular “West Bank Weekly” monitoring series and draws on her own lived experience living in the West Bank to highlight the wide gap between on-the-ground reality and how it’s reported back in Australia. We also look at some of the issues with the Australian media landscape.

Podcast Details: Duration: ~44m | Release Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 | Renee Davidson – Founder of Mssing Context & Independent Media Critic on Palestine Coverage

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Thermoeconomics in a Time of Monsters: Energy, Entropy & Global Shift | Dr Warwick Powell

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:24:24 +1100

In Episode 53 of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with Dr Warwick Powell — adjunct professor, supply-chain veteran, blockchain pioneer, and author of the brand-new book Thermoeconomics in a Time of Monsters: Rethinking Theory, China and International Geopolitical Economy (released March 15, 2026) — for a breakdown of why energy is the real foundation of value in economies.

Dr Powell lays out his groundbreaking Systemic Exchange Value (SEV) framework, showing how human economies are open metabolic systems governed by thermodynamics: they must fight constant entropy through "negentropic" moves like better energy systems, tighter supply chains, and viable information. He explains declining EROEI (Energy Return on Energy Invested) as the hidden math driving socio-economic decay, why fictitious capital bubbles are the short-term fix that widens the gap between claims and real production, and how informational noise wastes energy and accelerates disorder. Essential viewing/listening for anyone rethinking political economy, China-West dynamics, energy security, and why old equilibrium models fail us now

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Duration: ~78m | Release Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 | Dr Warwick Powell – Adjunct Professor, Supply-Chain Expert, Blockchain Pioneer & Author of Thermoeconomics in a Time of Monsters

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Major Cameron Leckie on Wedgetail Risks & Australia's Iran Entanglement

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:25:39 +1100

In Episode 52 of Bogan Intelligentsia, we sit down with Major Cameron Leckie — retired ADF officer, strategic analyst, and outspoken critic of Australia's overseas military entanglements — for a no-holds-barred critique of Australia's decision to deploy the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning aircraft (with ~85 personnel) to the Gulf amid the escalating Iran conflict. The discussion explores diplomatic limits this creates, echoes of Suez-style imperial overreach, Australia's place in an "end of empire" world as a US junior partner, and medium-to-long-term economic hits: oil price spikes, supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, inflation pressures, trade vulnerabilities, and risks to energy security for a fuel-import-dependent nation.

Podcast Details: Duration: ~74m | Release Date: Monday, March 16, 2026 | Major Cameron Leckie – Retired ADF Officer, Strategic Analyst & Defence Critic

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Australia’s Fuel Security Exposed | Ex-Senator Rex Patrick

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:08:41 +1100

In this eye-opening Episode 51, we sit down with Senator Rex Patrick — former Australian Senator for South Australia, submariner, and renowned Transparency Warrior — for a hard-hitting discussion on Australia's critical fuel security crisis amid the escalating Iran war. Patrick reveals how government assurances of "no shortage" and secure supplies clash with reality, drawing on his FOI-obtained National Liquid Fuel Emergency Response Plan (exposed after Canberra spent over $150,000 trying to keep it secret). He breaks down dwindling reserves (just 25-29 days for petrol/diesel, far below IEA's 90-day mandate), the risks of Strait of Hormuz disruptions, foreign multinational dominance, overseas-held strategic stocks (including sold US reserves), tanker dispatch rates since US/Israeli attacks on Iran, and the playbook for rationing that could hit food, medicine, and essential services hard. As a former submariner, Patrick also shares insights on naval implications of Australian involvement in the sinking of Iranian ship IRIS Dina.

Podcast Details: Duration: ~74m | Release Date: Friday, March 13, 2026 | Guest: Rex Patrick – Former Senator, Transparency Advocate & Submariner

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Researcher Lucy Hamilton Breaks Down Atlas Network: Neoliberalism's Dark Side

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:44:24 +1100

In this milestone Episode 50, we sit down with Lucy Hamilton — independent Australian journalist, doctoral researcher at UTS, and leading investigator into the Atlas Network's influence on politics, neoliberalism, and the rise of Christian Nationalism — for a deep dive into the hidden networks shaping Australian and global right-wing movements.

Podcast Details: Duration: ~42m | Release Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | Guest: Lucy Hamilton – Independent Journalist & Doctoral Researcher, UTS

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Keywords: Lucy Hamilton Atlas Network, junk tanks Australia, neoliberalism Hayek Rand, Christian Nationalism Australia, Advance Australia astroturf, Peter Thiel accelerationism, Zionist Hindutva alliances, fossil fuel disinformation, Council National Policy, neofeudal endgame, Australian politics right-wing

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Total war in Iran | Dr Scott Burchill

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:01:49 +1100

In Episode 49, Dr Scott Burchill — Honorary Fellow in International Relations at Deakin University — delivers a realist analysis of the 2026 Iran war: US carpet bombing of Tehran, Iranian missile successes, coalition air dominance, censored damage footage, Trump’s chaotic leadership (Pahlavi, Rubio, Hegseth), Iran’s GCC strategy, mosaic defence vs US power, French/NATO creep, Australia’s strong OECD support, legality ignored amid escalation, Beltway leaks and Israeli influence, congressional boot fears, Trump’s ally berating, wider risks, religious framing, Greater Israel realism vs delusion, and whether Trump’s Persia ambitions make strategic sense.

Podcast Details:
Duration: ~74m | Release Date: Friday, March 06, 2026 | Guest: Dr Scott Burchill – Honorary Fellow, Deakin University

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Epstein Revelations, Cultural Normalisation & Protecting Kids Today | Grace Tame

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:23:39 +1100

In this episode we sit down with Grace Tame — survivor, 2021 Australian of the Year, founder of the Grace Tame Foundation, and fierce advocate against child sexual abuse — for a direct, survivor-led breakdown of the Epstein files' horrors, elite silence, cultural normalisation of evil, and intersections with global vulnerabilities like systematic child abuse.

Podcast Details:
Duration: ~60m | Release Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026 | Guest: Grace Tame – Survivor Advocate, Founder Grace Tame Foundation, Former Australian of the Year

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“Cancel Herzog NOW!” Top UN Human Rights Lawyer’s Explosive Warning to Albanese | Chris Sidoti

Joel Jenkins — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:31:57 +1100

In Episode 47 we sit down with Chris Sidoti — veteran Australian human rights lawyer, former Australian Human Rights Commissioner, and current member of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel — for an important examination of accountability, international law, and Australia's moral crossroads.

Sidoti dissects the deeply divisive invitation to Israeli President Isaac Herzog — extended by Prime Minister Albanese via the Governor-General in the wake of the Bondi antisemitic attack — amid calls for its cancellation. He addresses Herzog's widely cited statements (declaring “an entire nation” responsible, “no innocent civilians in Gaza,” and fighting “human animals”) as meeting thresholds for incitement to genocide or collective punishment under international law; the moral and legal case for withdrawal; what an arrest or investigation might look like despite head-of-state immunity; Australia's record on international law and its selective reverence in the 21st century; the protective role of international norms in the absence of a domestic bill of rights; the dangers of cherry-picking enforcement; and the new Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Act 2026 — its offences for promoting racial hatred, hate-group bans, severe penalties (up to 7–15 years), visa powers, and chilling risks to free speech and criticism of Israel.

With tens of thousands killed in Gaza and the West Bank — including Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and countless professionals — Sidoti confronts the message sent by hosting Herzog, the implications of associated networks (Epstein links), and concrete steps ordinary Australians can take to demand sovereignty, accountability, and alignment with human rights.

Podcast Details:
Duration: ~52m | Release Date: Saturday, 7 February 2026 | Guest: Chris Sidoti – International Human Rights Lawyer, Former Australian Human Rights Commissioner, UN Commissioner

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Carney Says the Old Order Is Dead – Should Australia Listen? | Prof. Warwick Powell

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:56:14 +1100

In Episode 46 we sit down with Professor Warwick Powell – Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology, expert on global political economy, China’s rise, tariffs as geopolitical tools, and Australia’s place in a fracturing world order – for a clear-eyed, incisive examination of the accelerating rupture in the international system. Powell unpacks Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s dramatic pivot: his January 2026 Beijing visit forging a new strategic partnership with China on energy, agri-food, and trade, followed by a provocative Davos speech declaring the old liberal rules-based order dead and urging middle powers like Canada and Australia to stop pretending and act together against great-power coercion and autarky. Amid Trump’s invite to his “Board of Peace,” the US 2026 National Defense Strategy downplaying China as the explicit threat, and escalating tariff weaponisation, Powell explores the sincerity of Carney’s moves, the viability of a middle-power union, US domestic instability and spillover risks, the credibility crisis for Australia’s neocon establishment, AUKUS under pressure, and whether this is the moment for a bold Australian foreign policy reset toward genuine sovereignty.

Podcast Details:
Duration: ~1h 24m | Release Date: Monday, 2 February 2026 | Guest: Professor Warwick Powell – Adjunct Professor, Queensland University of Technology

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Trump's Iran Tension: Zero Objective, Endless Chaos | Dr Scott Burchill

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:48:36 +1100

In Episode 45 we sit down with Dr Scott Burchill – Honorary Fellow in International Relations at Deakin University, former Senior Lecturer, and longtime analyst of global politics – for a deep, unflinching examination of the ongoing crisis in Iran amid the massive protests that erupted in late December 2025 and continue into 2026. Dr Burchills independent analysis gives a clear-eyed look at the protests' roots in economic collapse and repression, the regime's brutal response, potential US/Trump escalation, Israel's role in regional dynamics, the position of Australia and other middle powers, and the controversial rise of Reza Pahlavi as a figurehead for the opposition.

Podcast Details:
Duration: ~1h 16m | Release Date: Saturday, 24 January 2026 | Guest: Dr Scott Burchill – Honorary Fellow in International Relations, Deakin University

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Keywords: Scott Burchill Iran, Iran protests 2025-2026, Tehran regime crackdown, Trump Iran escalation, Israel Iran dynamics, Reza Pahlavi opposition, Pahlavi monarchy restoration, Australian foreign policy Iran, middle powers Iran crisis, economic protests Iran, IRGC repression, regional tensions Middle East, US intervention Iran

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Trump's Oil Tanker Seizures Escalate: Is US Invasion of Venezuela Imminent? | Dr Rodrigo Acuña

Joel Jenkins — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 18:16:16 +1100

In this episode we sit down again with Dr Rodrigo Acuña – independent journalist, Latin America specialist with a PhD on Venezuelan foreign policy, and author of a recent Truthout article – for a sharp, unflinching return conversation amid the explosive US-Venezuela standoff in late December 2025. This is the independent analysis mainstream outlets won’t touch: a clear-eyed look at Trump’s oil tanker seizures and blockade, deadly military strikes, Maduro’s defiance, and why even Venezuelans critical of Maduro overwhelmingly reject foreign-backed regime change.

Episode Details: Duration ~60 minutes | Release Date: Saturday, 27 December 2025 | Guest: Dr Rodrigo Acuña – Latin America analyst, journalist, documentary filmmaker on Venezuela

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Keywords: Rodrigo Acuña Venezuela, US tanker blockade 2025, Trump Maduro confrontation, oil seizures international waters, Venezuelan navy escorts, piracy accusations, regime change opposition, Essequibo Guyana tensions, US sanctions family Maduro, Latin America escalation, Truthout experts regime change, civic-military unity Venezuela

After Bondi Shooting Tragedy: Sydney Jewish Journalist's Deep & Unfiltered Analysis | Yaakov Aharon

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:14:47 +1100

In Episode 43 we sit down again with Yaakov Aharon – Sydney-based journalist, member of the Bondi Jewish community, and connected to Chabad Lubavitch – for a deeply personal and unflinching return conversation after the tragic Sunday shooting attack on the Chabad event in Bondi. This is the raw, insider perspective mainstream outlets won’t platform: a Jewish community voice examining grief, politicisation, and what the tragedy reveals about Australia in late 2025.

Episode Details: Duration ~89 minutes | Release Date: Sunday, 21 December 2025 | Guest: Yaakov Aharon – Sydney journalist, Bondi Jewish community member, Chabad-connected commentator

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Keywords: Yaakov Aharon, Bondi Chabad shooting, Sydney Jewish community 2025, Bondi vigil atmosphere, political exploitation Australia, Christchurch vs Bondi response, Mossad Iran allegations, ASIO intelligence failure, Segal antisemitism report, Australian multiculturalism facade, gun control debate, national unity crisis

Nasser Mashni on Bondi Terror, a Hero Called Ahmed, and Living in Multicultural Australia

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:47:03 +1100

Nasser Mashni, President of Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN), shares his powerful Palestinian-Australian migrant journey. From growing up in multicultural Australia, working in milk bars, his father's inspiring resistance legacy, and what fighting for peace looks like in todays world.We also also reflect on the Bondi tragedy, Aussie hero Ahmed al-Ahmed, and what it means to be Australian in multicultural Australia.

Episode Details: Duration ~73 minutes | Release Date: Wednesday, 17 December 2025 | Guest: Nasser Mashni – President of Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN), Palestinian-Australian advocate

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IDF Unit 8200 Whistleblower Exposes the History & Pathology of Israeli Society | Shaiel Ben-Ephraim

Joel Jenkins — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:19:22 +1100

This is the interview Australian campuses and legacy media won’t touch in 2025: from the hidden history of how defensive Zionism became aggressive militarism; from mob violence in Mandatory Palestine to the institutional reasons peace keeps failing; from the personal hell of anti-Zionist Jewish life online to Israel’s influence on global bodies and U.S. elections; to Shaiel’s own IDF regrets and the moral rot inside units like 8200, and his anti-Zionist change that made him persona non grata in pro-Israel circles.

Episode Details: Duration ~97 minutes | Release Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025 | Guest: Shaiel Ben-Ephraim – ex IDF Intelligence officer, historian, ex-diplomat, author of “Why I Turned My Back on Zionism”

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Keywords: Shaiel Ben-Ephraim, Why I Turned My Back on Zionism, IDF target selection, Israeli militarism origins, U.S.-Israel relations, peace process failure, anti-Zionist Jew, academic censorship, Gaza 2023-2025, Unit 8200 AI targeting, moral reckoning Israel

The Ukraine War’s Real Backstory: 1945 to 2025 in One Conversation | Prof. Roger Markwick

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:55 +1100

Episode 40 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast – Prof. Roger Markwick (Honorary Professor of Modern European History, University of Newcastle) breaks thirty years of Australian academic silence on the real origins of the Russia–Ukraine war. This is the forbidden lecture they won’t let you hear on any Australian campus: the actual post-WW2 contest for Europe, the deep historical roots of modern Ukraine, Eurasianism and the real (limited) role of Alexander Dugin, the suppressed timeline of the 2014 Maidan coup, the Odessa Trade Union House massacre that was memory-holed in the West, the eight-year Donbass war that began in 2014, the sabotaged Minsk agreements, and how an oligarch-funded TV comedian with zero political experience was transformed into the West’s Churchillian saint. Layer by layer, Markwick dismantles the “unprovoked aggression” fairy tale that every legacy outlet still parrots in 2025.

If you’ve ever wondered why dissenting academics on this topic can be counted on one hand, this is the episode that explains it.

Episode Details: Duration ~80 minutes | Release Date: Wednesday, 3 December 2025 | Guest: Prof. Roger Markwick – author, Soviet and post-Soviet dissidence specialist, lecturer on the long history of Israel–Palestine

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Keywords: Roger Markwick, Russia Ukraine war origins, NATO expansion lies, Maidan 2014, Odessa massacre, Donbass war 2014-2022, Alexander Dugin, Eurasianism, Zelensky oligarchs, Minsk betrayal, Australian academic censorship, Western propaganda collapse

How Legacy Media Killed Real Journalism to Shield a Genocide w/Antoun Issa

Joel Jenkins — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:21:05 +1100

Episode 39 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast – Antoun Issa (ex-Guardian Australia senior editor, Deep Cut founder) on why he quit one of the country’s top media jobs over its Gaza coverage, how Australian journalism remains a racially gatekept Anglo-elite club, why “objectivity” is code for colonial bias, the untouchable power of the pro-Israel lobby in Canberra, and how independent outlets are now the only ones doing real investigative work on weapons deals, Pine Gap, and Australia’s complicity in Israel’s genocide. The most brutal, necessary autopsy of Australian media you’ll hear in 2026.

Episode Details: Duration ~95 minutes | Release Date: Saturday, 28 November 2025 | Guest: Antoun Issa – founder Deep Cut, ex-Guardian Australia

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Keywords: Antoun Issa, Deep Cut, Guardian resignation, Gaza coverage, Australian media racism, pro-Israel lobby, ABC genocide refusal, independent journalism

BRICS+ opens doors in Asia, has Australia locked itself out? W/ Dr Alex Waters

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:09:04 +1100

Episode 38 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Dr Alex Waters in a no-holds-barred second-hour deep dive: Can Australia ever say “no” to the United States? Has AUKUS irreversibly chained us to a dying unipolar order while Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand join BRICS+? Are we sleepwalking into becoming the southern pillar of a new American Monroe Doctrine in Asia? From creeping U.S. nuclear-sub bases on our west coast to the hypocrisy of lecturing ASEAN on democracy while selling coal to juntas, Dr Waters details what should be the most important Australian foreign-policy conversation of the decade.

Episode Details: Duration: ~75 minutes | Release Date: Monday, November 23, 2025 | Guest: Dr Alex Waters, geopolitical analyst & author

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Keywords: Alex Waters, AUKUS, US bases Australia, Pine Gap, Australian sovereignty 2025, Monroe Doctrine Asia, BRICS+, Ecuador US expulsion, strategic autonomy #BoganIntelligentsia #auspol #AUKUS #Sovereignty

Sam Roggeveen: Echidna Strategy vs. AUKUS—Australia's Wake-Up Call

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:26:39 +1100

In Episode 37 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Program Director of the Lowy Institute's International Security Program Sam Roggeveen unpacks his The Echidna Strategy for Australia's strategic autonomy, critiques bipartisan orthodoxy on U.S. alliances, dissects nuclear risks in Asia amid Tindal's B-52 rotations and militarism under the US, and explores lessons from Trump's Taiwan dismissals and Ukraine dithering for Indo-Pacific allies.

Duration: ~75 minutes Release Date: Monday, December 15, 2025 Guest: Sam Roggeveen, Lowy Institute Director & Author of The Echidna Strategy

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Keywords: Sam Roggeveen, Echidna Strategy, Australian defense, AUKUS perils, nuclear Asia risks, Trump Taiwan, Ukraine ally lessons, China regionalism, Tindal basing, sovereign thinkers, Indo-Pacific future #BoganIntelligentsia #SamRoggeveen #EchidnaStrategy #AUKUS #NuclearRisks #AusPol #politics #australianpolitics

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 36: Israel's War Against Christians w/Suzan Wahhab

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:27:31 +1100

In Episode 36 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Suzan Wahhab shares her personal story as a Palestinian Christian advocate, traces the ancient history of Christianity in the Levant, explores the enduring presence of Palestinian Christians and analyzes the precarious positions of Palestinian Christians in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel today.

Duration: ~90 minutes Release Date: Monday, December 15, 2025 Guest: Suzan Wahhab, Palestinian Christian Advocate & Historian

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Keywords: Suzan Wahhab, Palestinian Christians, Levant history, Gaza Christians, Muslim holy site protectors, biblical genetics, Third Temple Amalek, Christian attacks, Scofield Bible Zionism, Lebanon Syria assaults, Netanyahu future #BoganIntelligentsia #SuzanWahhab #PalestinianChristians #ChristianZionism #LevantHistory

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 35: Former Senator Doug Cameron Slams Militarism, Neoliberalism & the Modern Labor party

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:04:25 +1100

Description: Episode 35 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Doug Cameron, former Australian Senator and union leader. In this 75-minute discussion, Doug shares his early career in unions and politics, contrasts the strength of Australia's union movement before and after the Accord, examines the Australian Labor Party (ALP) in 2025, critiques its centrism and neoliberal turn, discusses the risks of AUKUS, explores ALP's ties to Israel and Zionism, addresses the lack of diverse views and sovereign thinking in Labor, and questions what the modern ALP stands for.

Episode Details: Duration: ~75 minutes Release Date: Monday, November 10, 2025 Guest: Doug Cameron, Former Australian Senator & Union Leader

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Keywords: Doug Cameron, Australian unions, Labor Party 2025, Accord impact, neoliberalism, AUKUS perils, ALP Israel ties, Labor diversity #BoganIntelligentsia #DougCameron #AustralianLabor #UnionMovement #AUKUS

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 34: Dr Rodrigo Acuña on Trump's Aggression Towards Venezuela & Monroe 2.0

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:56:47 +1100

Description: Episode 34 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Dr Rodrigo Acuña, a Venezuelan expert and Latin American political analyst. In this 70-minute discussion, Rodrigo provides background on Venezuela's history before Chavez, including its oil-based economy and democracy. He covers Western criticisms of the Chavista movement, media distortions similar to Gaza coverage, and recent Venezuelan navy strikes on migrant boats that killed 32 people from multiple countries, with no charges filed. Topics include US policy pressures, rumors of resource deals, the role of US oil industry, bipartisan US views on Venezuela, Latin American solidarity from leaders like Petro and Stédile, risks of US intervention, and support from China and Russia. He also discusses challenges for Western left solidarity with Bolivarian socialism.

Episode Details: Duration: ~70 minutes Release Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 Guest: Rodrigo Acuña, Venezuelan Political Analyst, Filmmaker & Author

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Keywords: Rodrigo Acuña, Venezuela history, Chavismo, media distortion, navy strikes, US policy, Latin America solidarity, Bolivarian socialism #BoganIntelligentsia #RodrigoAceuna #Venezuela #Chavismo #LatinAmerica

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 33: John Minto on 50 Years of Activism against Apartheid and Occupation

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:18:57 +1100

Description:
Episode 33 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast spotlights John Minto, NZ's enduring activist warrior—from orchestrating the 1981 Springbok Tour's explosive protests to steering PSNA's Gaza charge. In this 60-minute raw chat, John traces his path: leaflet-dropping planes over rugby grounds, nationwide union blackouts, and decades of arrests fueling solidarity. He contrasts apartheid's societal schism with Gaza's global outrage—boycotts that broke SA vs. NZ's poll-driven fury clashing with government caution. John mourns the fade of bold, physical disruption in favor of online noise, looks at NZ's Palestine non-recognition amid Destiny Church's Israel zeal, and eyes the collective West's fraying grip.

Episode Details:
Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
Guest: John Minto, Co-Chair, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa

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Keywords: John Minto, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa, Springbok Tour, apartheid Gaza comparison, NZ activism history, kinetic activism, Palestine recognition NZ, Gaza protests NZ, Destiny Church Israel, collective West future
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 32: Robert Barwick on Dan Duggan’s Extradition Nightmare

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:15:55 +1100

Description:
Episode 23 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Robbie Barwick breaking down the shocking extradition case of Dan Duggan—an Australian citizen, former US pilot, and father of six, locked in maximum-security prison since 2022. For legal work in 2012 at a South African test pilot school, the US falsely claims Dan provided “defense services” to Chinese pilots, despite no Australian or South African law being violated. Facing 65 years in US prison, Dan’s case exposes no US jurisdiction, no dual criminality, and a never-before-used 2018 law applied retrospectively. Australia’s complicity—funding US prosecution, denying Dan legal aid, with ASIO’s “impropriety” hidden—signals a sovereignty crisis. Robbie warns: From Assange to Duggan, any Australian could be next. This 75-minute episode demands action to protect citizenship. Listen, share, resist!

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Guest: Robbie Barwick, advocate and commentator

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Keywords: Dan Duggan, Robbie Barwick, extradition Australia, US overreach, Australian sovereignty, ASIO misconduct, retrospective law, dual criminality, geopolitical prosecution, Assange precedent
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 31: Dr. Scott Burchill on Trump's Gaza Peace Talks in Egypt

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:41:58 +1100

Description:
In Episode 31 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Dr. Scott Burchill—IR scholar and Misunderstanding International Relations author—unpacks Trump’s 20-point Gaza ploy via Sharm el-Sheikh indirect talks: hostage/prisoner swaps, fragile ceasefires, withdrawals undercut by Israeli airstrikes ignoring Trump’s halt order. Deep mistrust dooms it: a land grab veiled as peace, with demilitarization/Trump-Blair oversight trapping Gazans in endless control, not surrender but US-Israel “crush” threat. Hamas’s Qatar play? Tactical acceptance for breathing room, despite flaws, as Samud Flotilla blocks and union strikes in Italy/Greece/Spain ramp global leverage on Trump-Netanyahu splits. Burchill links to his essay: Ellison clan’s CBS/Paramount/TikTok buys as Zionist “state” fix—AI/influencers laundering pro-Israel spin when publics rebel. Raise awareness via protests, boycotts, narrative challenges. This 60-minute episode summons strategy for justice. Your support fuels it—listen, share, resist!

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Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, IR expert and author

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Keywords: Dr. Scott Burchill, Trump Gaza plan, Sharm talks, hostage exchange, land grab Gaza, Hamas strategy, Tony Blair Gaza, Samud flotilla, union protests Italy Greece Spain, Netanyahu Trump rift, Ellison media Zionist control, narrative shaping
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 30: Major Cameron Leckie on Hegseth's General Shake-Up & Bases in Australia

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 13:18:16 +1100

Description:
In Episode 30 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Retired Major Cameron Leckie—a 24-year Australian Army veteran turned critical analyst—breaks down Pete Hegseth's Quantico summit with US generals and admirals and its mixed reception among brass facing "shape up or ship out." He questions benefits post-meeting, especially against China's disciplined WW2 parade flex. Leckie spotlights Queensland's new Apache helicopter hub in Townsville ($4.5B US deal with infrastructure and rotations sovereignty toll—turning Australia into a US proxy. On multipolarity, Leckie slams US efforts to stifle it via India-China frictions, Middle East pacts, Afghanistan threats—evolving from police to opportunistic force, pressuring Australia's middle-power status in global systems.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Guest: Retired Major Cameron Leckie, Australian Army veteran and analyst

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Keywords: Cameron Leckie, Hegseth Quantico, US military bases Australia, Apache Queensland, multipolarity, porcupine strategy, US foreign policy, China parade, Australian sovereignty
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 29: Wendy Bacon on Foreign Interference and Public Interest Journalism

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:20:11 +1000

Description:
In Episode 29 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Bacon, Australia’s trailblazing investigative journalist and activist, who exposes the chilling suppression of pro-Palestinian voices and the murky forces rigging the 2025 election. From the Combat Antisemitism Movement’s (CAM) smear campaign against Gaza protesters to St Vincent’s Hospital’s suspension of cardiologist Peter Macdonald for daring to question Israeli influence, Wendy uncovers how “antisemitism” accusations silence dissent. She probes the cancellation of a Royal Children’s Hospital panel on children in war, revealing institutional fear over Gaza discussions. With relentless reporting on “dark money” targeting Greens and Teals, Wendy ties pro-Israel and fossil fuel lobbies to election interference. Reflecting on her decades battling corruption—from environmental activism to ignored Palestinian pleas in Albanese’s electorate—she defines public interest journalism and offers hard-won advice for young reporters. This 60-minute episode is a call to confront power and amplify truth. Your support fuels this fight—listen, share!

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Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 6, 2025
Guest: Wendy Bacon, investigative journalist, activist, and former UTS professor

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Keywords: Wendy Bacon, investigative journalism, pro-Palestinian censorship, antisemitism weaponization, Peter Macdonald, dark money, 2025 Australian election, public interest journalism, Gaza protests, Royal Children’s Hospital
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 28: Palestinian Activist Ahmed Alabadla on Gaza and Palestinian Recognition

Joel Jenkins — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:05:30 +1000

Description:
In Episode 28 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Ahmed Alabadla, a Palestinian activist bearing witness to Gaza's unbreakable spirit amid occupation and genocide. Ahmed vividly recalls Gaza's pre-October 7th vibrancy and the societal machinery under siege, then mourns Gaza City's historic obliteration and its dire portents for Palestinian survival. He reveals the genocide's boomerang on Israel—workforce collapse, investment flight, protests, and elite whispers of state peril. Delving into Palestinian resistance's grassroots coordination in Gaza, the West Bank, and with Hezbollah, Ahmed contrasts it against the IDF's police-apartheid setup, woefully unready for clashes with Egypt, Turkey, Saudi-Pak alliances, or Iran-fueled wars hinging on U.S. crutches. We unpack Israel's biblical fever—Greater Israel dreams, red heifers, the messiah, and Amalek—and whether it's divine delusion or Netanyahu's desperate dodge. Ahmed indicts Biden's enabling and Trump's venomous escalation: Rubio-Huckabee-Witkoff zeal, fake peace traps, redevelopment delusions, and a Congress (250+ Jerusalem-bound) locking in absolutism. Is BDS the silver bullet for homeland restoration, and Australia's Palestine nod a watershed or window dressing? This 60-minute episode is a searing summons to solidarity and strategy. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the fight for justice!

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Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Guest: Ahmed Alabadla, Palestinian activist and Gaza chronicler

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Keywords: Ahmed Alabadla, Palestinian activist, Gaza occupation, genocide cost, Palestinian resistance, IDF vulnerabilities, biblical Israel, Amalek Palestinians, Trump Palestine policy, BDS movement, Australia recognizes Palestine
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 27: Prof. Warwick Powell on China's Victory Day Parade and US-China tension

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:00:22 +1000

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In Episode 27 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Warwick Powell (@baoshaoshan), QUT adjunct professor, blockchain expert, and author of China, Trust and Digital Supply Chains. Warwick breaks down the geopolitical alignments at China’s Victory Day parade—highlighting Western isolation of Russia versus non-Western solidarity—and the reclamation of WWII narratives on China and Russia’s sacrifices, signaling a profound multipolar world order shift. He unpacks the US-China trade talks in Spain, where TikTok’s divestment and semiconductor battles took center stage, alongside China’s stunning military unveilings like JL-3 ICBMs and AI drones. Warwick also explores the “CRINK” coalition, the SCO’s 20 GW green energy push, and Australia’s strained US alliance amid Canberra’s ideological clash. This 60-minute episode is a bold exploration of historical reclamation, military power, and the post-US world. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the conversation!

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Release Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Guest: Warwick Powell (@baoshaoshan), adjunct professor, blockchain expert, and author

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 25: Eddy Jokovich on Foreign Influence in Australia

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:35:42 +1000

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In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Eddy Jokovich, publisher of New Politics and a bold voice in Australian political commentary. Eddy dissects the web of foreign influence on Australia’s government, from ASIO’s dubious Iran antisemitism claims to the Albanese administration’s unwavering support for Israel amid global condemnation. We explore signs of a looming U.S.-Iran conflict, the erosion of Australian sovereignty, and Eddy’s vision for a truly independent diplomacy. Drawing from his article, “The Genocide is Being Televised: What Will It Take to Stop It?”, Eddy tackles the Gaza crisis and what it’ll take to halt the violence, both in Canberra and Washington. This 60-minute episode is a must-listen for fans seeking unfiltered insights into global power plays and Australia’s role in them. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the conversation!

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Release Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
Guest: Eddy Jokovich (@eddyjokovich), publisher of New Politics

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Keywords: Eddy Jokovich, foreign influence, Australian sovereignty, Gaza genocide, Israel-Iran conflict
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 24: Activist Robert Martin’s Fight on the Freedom Flotilla

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:46:59 +1000

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In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring our dedicated fans an unflinching conversation with Australian human rights activist Robert Martin. In July 2025, Robert joined the Freedom Flotilla’s Handala mission to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, only to be intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, detained in Givon Prison, and subjected to harsh treatment alongside 20 activists, including journalist Tania Safi. From sabotage at Gallipoli port to a hunger strike in detention, Robert shares his gripping journey, reflections on Palestine’s resilient spirit, and observations of Israel’s expanding settlements and systemic oppression. This 90-minute episode is a must-listen for fans seeking raw insights into the Gaza crisis and the fight for justice. Your support makes this podcast possible—join us by listening, sharing, and engaging!

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Release Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
Guest: Robert Martin, human rights activist and Palestine Remembered co-host

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 23: Ambassador Geoff Raby on Australia’s Role in a Multipolar Indo-Pacific

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:27:05 +1000

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In Episode 22 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re excited to host former Australian Ambassador to China, Geoff Raby, for a compelling discussion on Australia’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Raby reflects on Australia’s evolving regional role since his ambassadorial tenure, offering insights on balancing China-US relations after Albanese’s China visit. We explore adapting to a multipolar world, the 2024 National Defence Strategy’s impact on AUKUS and the Quad, and navigating tensions in Taiwan and the South China Sea. Raby discusses ASEAN engagement, green industry partnerships, strategic equilibrium for sovereignty, and the potential of middle-power diplomacy. Your support keeps this podcast thriving—listen, share, and join the movement!

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Duration: ~47 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
Guest: Geoff Raby, former Australian Ambassador to China

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Geoff Raby’s diplomatic expertise offers a critical perspective on Australia’s strategic navigation of a multipolar Indo-Pacific, from China-US tensions to regional partnerships. Essential for fans seeking bold geopolitical insights. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 22: Jeff Rich on Trump-Putin Summit and 50th anniversary of Whitlam Sacking

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:08:41 +1000

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In Episode 22 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re excited to bring back geopolitical commentator Jeff Rich (@JeffRich) for a hard-hitting discussion. Jeff briefly reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Whitlam sacking (November 11, 1975), touching on allegations of foreign interference. The main focus is the historic Trump-Putin summit in Alaska (August 15, 2025), exploring its role in Russia-USA talks on Ukraine’s endgame. We dive into battlefield dynamics, Ukrainian protests, the exclusion of Ukraine and Europe from negotiations, Trump’s territory exchange proposal, and EU-Washington trade tariff deals impacting Russian-Indian-US oil and gas markets. Jeff also examines Trump’s attitude toward Europe and its implications for US-Australia relations. Your support keeps this podcast thriving—listen, share, and join the movement!

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
Guest: Jeff Rich (@JeffRich), geopolitical commentator

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 21: Denise Shrivell on Independent Media and Politics

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:36:49 +1000

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In Episode 21 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re pumped to bring our dedicated fans an inspiring discussion with Denise Shrivell, a community advocate and political strategist. Denise breaks down her history of community engagement, the essentials of a winning independent campaign, and how to spark community-driven movements. We explore the similarities and differences among independents across electorates, their critical role in Australia’s bipartisan system, and the strategies major parties use to limit their influence. Denise also looks at the future of independents against Labor’s majority and praises the vital work of independent media. Your support keeps this podcast thriving—listen, share, and join the movement!

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Guest: Denise Shrivell, community advocate and political strategist

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Denise Shrivell’s insights into independent politics and community advocacy offer a powerful counter-narrative to Australia’s two-party system. This episode is essential for fans craving bold perspectives on democratic reform and grassroots change. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 20: Dr. Jay Tharappel on the Syrian Crisis

Joel Jenkins — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:47:19 +1000

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In Episode 20 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring our dedicated fans a hard-hitting discussion with Dr. Jay Tharappel, a geopolitical expert with a PhD in Political Economy. Recorded in Wollongong, Dr. Tharappel presents a slideshow on the Syrian crisis (2011–present), dissecting the swift collapse of Assad’s government, Western narratives about civilian casualties, and the US’s contradictory stance against both ISIS and Assad. We explore Syria’s current state post-Assad, Israel’s ambitions in Rojava and against Iran, the future of the Shia Crescent, and the Gaza-Syria link in the “Greater Israel” framework. Your support drives this podcast—listen, share, and join the movement!

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Guest: Dr. Jay Tharappel, geopolitical expert and Political Economy PhD

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Dr. Jay Tharappel’s slideshow and analysis offer a critical lens on Syria’s collapse and its role in Israel’s regional strategy, making this episode essential for fans seeking bold geopolitical perspectives.

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Syrian crisis, Assad, Israel, Shia Crescent, Greater Israel, Gaza
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 19: S.L. Kanthan on India’s Geopolitical Rise and the Australia-India Nexus

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:00:40 +1000

Description:
In Episode 19 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re pumped to bring our dedicated fans a deep dive with geopolitical analyst
S.L. Kanthan, a leading voice on global power shifts. Broadcasting from Bangalore, India, S.L. Kanthan unpacks India’s strategic moves with China and Brazil, the unraveling relationship with Washington, and the possibility of a non-aligned resurgence. We dig into the Modi government’s staying power, the Congress Party’s challenges, the Australia-India relationship through Modi’s eyes, and the fallout from the “nest of spies” crisis involving Indian intelligence in Australia. S.L. Kanthan also shares his vision for India’s global future. Your support keeps this podcast thriving—listen, share, and join the movement!

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, October 6, 2025
Guest:
@SLKanthan, geopolitical analyst and commentator

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@SLKanthan, India geopolitics, Australia-India relations, Modi government, non-alignment, nest of spies
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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 18: Writer Dave Milner on Australia F-35 Complicity and Protest Narratives

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:13:36 +1000

Description:
Episode 18 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast brings you Melbourne journalist Dave Milner, Editor from The Shot, diving into Australia’s murky role in global conflicts. Dave exposes the truth behind Penny Wong’s “non-lethal” F-35 parts claim, critiques the ABC’s skewed coverage of Sydney’s massive Harbour protests, and the significance of the protest. He also tackles the bipartisan duopoly propping up foreign policy and legacy media’s role in muting activists. Your support makes this bold critique possible—listen, share, and join the conversation!

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Duration: ~83 minutes
Release Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
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@DaveMilnerShot’s sharp insights expose Australia’s complicity and media spin on protests and Gaza. Perfect for fans wanting to challenge mainstream narratives. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 17: Journalist Yaakov Aharon on Zionist Influence in Australia

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:30:19 +1000

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In Episode 17 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring our dedicated fans a thought-provoking discussion with Wollongong journalist Yaakov Aharon, a voice challenging Zionist influence in Australia. Yaakov Aharon investigates the 2025 Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism, set for September 3-5, 2025, on the Gold Coast, hosted by the US-based Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) and Never Again Is Now (NAIN), chaired by Mayor Tom Tate with advisors David Gonski and Stanley Roth. He questions the summit’s motives amid free-trip controversies, traces the global Zionist network’s impact, highlights university tensions over IDF events, and critiques the silencing of Gaza’s crisis.

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Duration: ~75 minutes
Release Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Guest: Yaakov Aharon, journalist and anti-Zionist commentator.

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 16: Greg Jericho on Albanese’s Second Term and Sovereign Economics

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 14:30:27 +1000

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In Episode 16 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our ongoing journey with Greg Jericho, Senior Economist at the Australia Institute and Journalist at The Guardian. Jericho provides a incisive look at the Albanese government’s second term, analyzing the parliamentary reopening drama, including the censure of Senator Mehreen Faruqi, and advocating for sovereign economic ideas to disrupt Australia’s status quo. He also examines superannuation reforms, tax policy disparities, and the need for bold leadership in a shifting global landscape. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in expanding this platform by listening, sharing, and engaging.

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Duration: ~63 minutes
Release Date: September 15, 2025
Guest: Greg Jericho, economist and commentator known for his work on Australian policy.

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Keywords: Greg Jericho, Albanese government, sovereign economics, superannuation, tax policy

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 15: Dr. Rhonda Garad on Gaza and Grassroots Power

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:57:41 +1000

Description:
In Episode 15 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our ongoing journey with Dr. Rhonda Garad, Monash University academic and Greater Dandenong Councillor. Dr. Garad discusses her groundbreaking work on health literacy and the International PCOS Guideline, her 2025 controversy with Greater Dandenong Council over alleged antisemitic posts, and the Gaza war’s impact on local communities. She also reflects on resigning from the Greens, the party’s 2025 election losses, and the potential of grassroots movements to challenge the “genocidal status quo.” To our supporters: your passion fuels this podcast—join us in expanding this platform by listening, sharing, and engaging.

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Duration: ~58 minutes
Release Date: September 8, 2025
Guest: Dr. Rhonda Garad, health literacy expert and councillor known for her advocacy.

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Dr. Rhonda Garad’s insights into health, governance, and activism provide essential perspectives. This episode is a must for fans interested in local impact and global issues. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Dr. Rhonda Garad, health literacy, PCOS, Gaza war, Greens Party, grassroots movements

#BoganIntelligentsia #HealthLiteracy #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 14: Anthony Klan on the Special Envoy scandal

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:23:43 +1000

Description:
In Episode 14 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our ongoing journey with Anthony Klan, investigative journalist and founder of The Klaxon. Klan’s explosive reporting revealed a $50,000 donation from Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism Jillian Segal’s husband’s family trust to the far-right group Advance, igniting calls for her resignation from Treasurer Jim Chalmers and community leaders. We explore this controversy, Segal’s clash with the ABC, and the broader implications for trust in public officials and journalism in 2025. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in expanding this platform by listening, sharing, and engaging.

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Duration: ~55 minutes
Release Date: September 1, 2025
Guest: Anthony Klan, investigative journalist known for his work with The Klaxon.

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Anthony Klan’s in-depth investigation offers critical insights into governance, media, and public trust. This episode is a must for fans interested in the Segal scandal and journalism’s future. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Anthony Klan, Jillian Segal, Advance, media accountability, journalism 2025

#BoganIntelligentsia #Journalism #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 13: Warwick Powell on Aus-U.S.-China Trade Tensions

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:10:59 +1000

Description:
In Episode 13 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our ongoing journey with Warwick Powell (
@baoshaoshan), Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology and Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute, Beijing. Warwick provides a detailed analysis of U.S. tariffs threatening Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, the strategic challenges in U.S.-China relations, and Australia’s balancing act with Asian partnerships amid its Washington alignment. He also discusses the decline of U.S. strategic centrality and the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit’s role in a multipolar world. To our supporters: your passion fuels this podcast—join us in expanding this platform by listening, sharing, and engaging.

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Duration: ~53 minutes
Release Date: August 25, 2025
Guest: Warwick Powell, scholar and commentator, known for his work on U.S.-China dynamics and multipolarity.

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Warwick Powell’s deep insights into trade tensions, U.S. decline, and Australia’s regional future provide essential perspectives. This episode is a must for fans interested in global strategy.

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Keywords: Warwick Powell, U.S.-China trade, multipolarity, Australia, ASEAN, PBS

#BoganIntelligentsia #Multipolarity #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 12: Jeff Rich on Multipolarism and Australia’s role within a changing world

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:11:47 +1000

Description:
In Episode 12 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our ongoing journey with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Jeff Rich, PhD in history and creator of theburningarchive.com. Jeff delves into the concept of multipolarism, contrasting it with the unipolar dominance post-1991 and exploring its historical prevalence. He critiques the West’s resistance to BRICS and multipolarity, reassesses the UN’s role, and identifies key flashpoints like West Asia and South Asia. Jeff also offers insights on how Australia can survive and thrive through multi-alignment in this emerging world. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in expanding this platform by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~90 minutes
Release Date: August 18, 2025
Guest: Jeff Rich, historian and Substack creator, known for his work on global history and multipolarism.

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Jeff Rich’s decades of historical analysis and government experience provide a nuanced view of multipolarism’s rise, challenging Western narratives and offering a roadmap for Australia. This episode is a must for fans interested in global strategy and Australia’s place in it. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Jeff Rich, multipolarism, Australia, BRICS, UN, geopolitics

#BoganIntelligentsia #Multipolarism #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 11: Michael West on the Decline of Australian Media

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:47:23 +1000

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In Episode 11 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a compelling conversation featuring Michael West, founder of Michael West Media and veteran journalist. Michael examines the decline of Australian media standards, driven by budget cuts, redundancies, and external hires, and the ABC’s increasing alignment with corporate and government narratives. He critiques the media’s failure to cover the Gaza crisis objectively, the pressures of powerful lobbies, and the challenges of defamation and funding for independent outlets. To our supporters: your passion fuels this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: August 10, 2025
Guest: Michael West, founder of Michael West Media, known for investigative reporting on corporate tax avoidance and media accountability.

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Why Listen?
Michael West’s insights into the erosion of Australian media, the pressures shaping coverage, and the rise of independent journalism offer a critical perspective for fans seeking to understand the challenges of public discourse. This episode highlights the importance of authenticity in a fragmented media landscape. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Michael West, Australian media, ABC, Gaza, independent journalism, defamation

#BoganIntelligentsia #MediaAnalysis #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 10: Professor Greg Barton on Global Extremism and Geopolitical Strategies

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 01:56:55 +1000

Description:
In Episode 10 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a compelling conversation featuring Professor Greg Barton, a renowned counter-terrorism and radicalization expert at Deakin University. Professor Barton examines the diversification of extremism in Western societies from Islamic radicalism to far-right nationalism, the strategic use of extremist groups by states to achieve geopolitical goals, and the intricate relationships between the U.S., Iran, and Syria with extremist factions. He analyzes the controversial legitimization of Abu Mohammad al-Jolani in Syria and offers a brief perspective on Indonesia’s political landscape under President Prabowo Subianto, paving the way for future discussions. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: August 3, 2025
Guest: Professor Greg Barton, counter-terrorism and radicalization expert at Deakin University, known for his work on Salafi-jihadi movements and global security.

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Why Listen?
Professor Greg Barton’s insights into global extremism, state-driven geopolitics, and the legitimization of figures like Al Jolani offer a critical perspective for fans seeking to understand the complexities of radicalization and international relations. His analysis of Indonesia’s political landscape sets the stage for deeper exploration. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Greg Barton, extremism, geopolitics, U.S.-Iran-Syria, Al Jolani, Indonesia politics

#BoganIntelligentsia #GlobalPolitics #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 9: Dr. Scott Burchill on the U.S.-Israel-Iran Ceasefire and Australia’s Future

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:12:50 +1000

In Episode 9 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a compelling conversation featuring returning guest Dr. Scott Burchill, esteemed Australian international relations scholar. Dr. Burchill analyzes the U.S.-Israel-Iran ceasefire, highlighting how Iran’s hypersonic missiles exposed Israel’s defense vulnerabilities and undermined Netanyahu’s regime-change goals. He explores Trump’s delicate navigation of neoconservative and “America First” factions, the catastrophic Gaza conflict with 377,000 reported dead or missing, and Australia’s perilous alignment with U.S. policies via AUKUS. Dr. Burchill advocates for an Asia-focused foreign policy to secure Australia’s sovereignty. To our supporters: your passion, amplified by Andrew Bolt’s Sky News shout-out, drives this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: July 27, 2025
Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, Australian international relations scholar, known for his critiques of U.S. foreign policy and Australia’s strategic alignments.

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Why Listen?
Dr. Scott Burchill’s insights into the U.S.-Israel-Iran ceasefire and Australia’s strategic challenges offer a critical perspective for fans seeking to understand global power shifts and local sovereignty. This episode, boosted by Andrew Bolt’s Sky News mention, is a must for those questioning AUKUS and U.S. influence. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Scott Burchill, U.S.-Israel-Iran, ceasefire, AUKUS, Australian sovereignty, Gaza

#BoganIntelligentsia #GlobalPolitics #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 8: Dr. Emma Shortis on Trump, US politics, and Australia’s Sovereignty

Joel Jenkins — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:43:19 +1000

Description:
In Episode 8 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Dr. Emma Shortis, Director of International & Security Affairs at the Australia Institute, Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at RMIT, and author of Our Exceptional Friend: Australia’s Fatal Alliance with the United States. Dr. Shortis examines Trump’s NATO “victory lap” and the competing narratives of Iran and Israel, unpacking Western misconceptions that cast Iran as a target for conflict. She analyzes the U.S. right’s schism over “America First” versus Israel support, the influence of Christian Zionism, and the Australian media’s role in perpetuating these narratives. For Australia, she critiques the growing Americanization of culture and politics, offering insights into securing a sovereign future.

To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: July 20, 2025
Guest: Dr. Emma Shortis, Director of International & Security Affairs at the Australia Institute, known for her critiques of U.S. foreign policy and Australia’s alliance with the United States.

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Why Listen?
Dr. Emma Shortis’s insights into U.S. political divisions and Australia’s Americanization reveal the forces driving global conflicts and local challenges. This episode offers a critical perspective for fans seeking to understand Australia’s path in a multipolar world. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Emma Shortis, Trump, Iran, U.S. politics, Christian Zionism, Australian sovereignty

#BoganIntelligentsia #GlobalPolitics #Podcast #trump #iran #israel

Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 7: Cameron Leckie on U.S. Imperialism, AUKUS, and Australia’s Path to Sovereignty

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:19:08 +1000

Description: In Episode 8 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Cameron Leckie, a 24-year Australian Army veteran and advocate for a sovereign, peaceful Australia. Leckie shares his experiences in East Timor and post-tsunami Sumatra, his disillusionment with the Iraq War’s false pretenses, and his critique of Australia’s alignment with U.S. imperialism through the $368 billion AUKUS project. He exposes the Australian media’s role in perpetuating flawed narratives about China and Ukraine, the risks of conflict driven by AUKUS, and the need for strategic empathy to engage with Asia in a multipolar world. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: July 20, 2025
Guest: Cameron Leckie, former Australian Army officer, member of Australians for War Powers Reform, and advocate for an independent Australian foreign policy.

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Why Listen?
Cameron Leckie’s insights from his military career and advocacy for sovereignty offer a critical perspective on Australia’s defense policies and regional role. This episode unpacks the flaws of AUKUS and the path to a peaceful, Asia-engaged Australia. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Cameron Leckie, AUKUS, U.S. imperialism, Australian defense, multipolar world, China

#BoganIntelligentsia #AustralianForeignPolicy #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 6: Dr. Scott Burchill on the Iran-Israel Crisis and Global Implications

Joel Jenkins — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:07:03 +1000

Description:
In this urgent Episode 6 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a critical conversation featuring Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University and former Senior Lecturer in International Relations. Dr. Burchill examines the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, analyzing the collapse of the JCPOA nuclear deal, Iran’s hypersonic missile capabilities, and Israel’s strikes, which he deems violations of international law. He critiques the inconsistent U.S. response under Trump, Australia’s reluctance to address pre-emptive attacks, and the media’s role in shaping public perceptions. From Iran’s military mobilization to the risks of a wider Middle East conflict, this episode explores the crisis’s profound implications.

To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in amplifying unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: July 6, 2025
Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University, known for his critical analyses of Western foreign policy and international relations.

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Why Listen?
Dr. Scott Burchill’s critical perspective on the Iran-Israel crisis offers vital insights for fans seeking to understand the failures of diplomacy, the risks of escalation, and the distortions in media narratives. This episode unpacks the geopolitical stakes of a conflict threatening the Middle East and beyond. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Scott Burchill, Iran-Israel conflict, JCPOA, hypersonic missiles, international law, Australian foreign policy

#BoganIntelligentsia #IranWar #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 5: Najat Abdi on Life in Occupied Lands and Israel’s Sociopolitical Dynamics

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 21:30:52 +1000

Description:
In the fifth episode of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a powerful conversation featuring Najat Abdi, a compelling commentator on Middle Eastern affairs. Najat explores the harsh realities of life in occupied territories, the influence of neoconservatism and Islamic extremism shaped by figures like Netanyahu, and the intricate issues of class and race within Israeli society. The discussion critiques the blind spots of Australian journalists in covering the Israel-Palestine conflict, the prejudices embedded in Zionism, and the role of ethnosupremacy in shaping Israeli social structures. To our supporters: your passion drives this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 29, 2025
Guest: Najat Abdi, a commentator known for incisive analyses of the Israel-Palestine conflict and Middle Eastern sociopolitical dynamics.

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Why Listen?
Najat Abdi’s critical perspective on the Israel-Palestine conflict offers invaluable insights for fans seeking to understand occupation, ideology, and media misrepresentation. This episode unpacks the complexities of Israeli society and Australia’s coverage of the conflict.

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Keywords: Najat Abdi, Israel-Palestine conflict, occupied lands, Zionism, ethnosupremacy, Australian media

#BoganIntelligentsia #MiddleEast #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 4: Dr. Scott Burchill on Global Conflicts and Australia’s Foreign Policy

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:15:38 +1000

Description:
Join us for Episode 4 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, where we invite our loyal supporters to rally behind our launch with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University and former Senior Lecturer in International Relations. Dr. Burchill delivers a critical analysis of the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict, Australia’s pro-Israel stance and its impact on relations with Indonesia and Malaysia, rising tensions with China amid AUKUS, and the Australian media’s role in shaping security narratives. He also evaluates Defence Minister Richard Marles’ U.S.-aligned policies and advocates for a sovereign Australian foreign policy. This episode explores the risks of broader war, the erosion of Australia’s regional clout, and the challenges of balancing trade and security with China. To our fans: your passion fuels this podcast—help us build a platform for bold ideas by listening, sharing, and joining our community.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 12, 2025
Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University, known for his critical analyses of Western foreign policy and Australian international relations.

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Why Listen?
Dr. Scott Burchill’s expertise offers a vital perspective on global conflicts and Australia’s foreign policy challenges, from Russia-Ukraine to Gaza and China. This episode is essential for fans of international relations seeking to understand Australia’s global role.

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Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in launching the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for meaningful ideas.

Keywords: Scott Burchill, Russia-Ukraine conflict, Gaza, AUKUS, China relations, Australian foreign policy, media narratives

#BoganIntelligentsia #ForeignPolicy #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 3: Omar Sakr: Writing Resistance, From Western Sydney to Gaza

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:05:18 +1000

In this episode of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we welcome Omar Sakr, a Turkish-Lebanese Australian poet and author, for a raw and unflinching conversation. Omar shares how his Western Sydney upbringing, marked by poverty, violence, and racialisation, shaped his writing, including his latest work, The Nightmare Sequence, which responds to the Gaza genocide with all royalties supporting Palestinian charities. He critiques Israel’s actions, Australia’s political complicity, and the censorship stifling artists who dare to speak out. Omar’s call for collective resistance in the arts and his rage-fueled resolve make this a must-listen.

To our supporters: your passion drives our mission—help us amplify unfiltered voices by listening, sharing, and engaging.

In This Episode:

Omar’s journey from Western Sydney to becoming a leading voice in poetry, with five published books.
How his experiences of violence and love inform his writing on Gaza and his book The Nightmare Sequence.
The ongoing Gaza crisis, Israel’s colonial ambitions, and the failure of Western governments to act.
The impact of censorship on artists, with parallels to cases like Antoinette Lattouf and Peter Lalor.
A discussion on building independent artistic platforms to resist systemic silencing.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 8, 2025
Guest: Omar Sakr, Turkish-Lebanese Australian poet, author of The Nightmare Sequence, and Greens candidate.

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Why Listen?
Omar Sakr’s powerful insights into Gaza, Australian politics, and the fight for artistic freedom make this episode essential for anyone passionate about justice and cultural critique. From his personal story to his bold defiance of censorship, this conversation challenges the status quo and inspires action.

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Keywords: Palestine, Australian politics, Omar Sakr, Gaza, art censorship, independent podcast, social justice
#BoganIntelligentsia #Palestine #ArtActivism

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 2: Sports Journalist Peter Lalor on Cricket, Identity, and Media Freedom

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:41:45 +1000

In the second episode of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our dedicated fans to support our launch with a compelling conversation featuring Peter Lalor, award-winning journalist and former chief cricket writer for The Australian. Peter explores cricket’s role as a cultural anchor in Australia, reflecting on whether it should define our modern identity. He shares insights from his 30-year career, his recent sacking from SEN during the 2025 Sri Lanka Test series, and the broader implications for media freedom, drawing comparisons to cases like Antoinette Lattouf’s. Peter also discusses sports activism, inspired by figures like Usman Khawaja, and his views on global issues like Gaza. To our supporters: your passion has fueled this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

In This Episode:

Cricket’s significance as a cultural force in Australia and its role in shaping national identity.
Peter’s journey from Bendigo to a leading voice in cricket journalism, including his Ned Kelly and Kennedy Foundation awards.
The events surrounding his 2025 SEN sacking and its parallels to media censorship trends.
His perspective on sports activism and the Gaza debate, with reflections on Usman Khawaja’s advocacy.
A listener Q&A segment addressing your questions on journalism, cricket, and social issues.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 8, 2025
Guest: Peter Lalor, award-winning journalist known for his work with The Australian, Cricket, Et Cetera podcast, and biographies on Phillip Hughes and Ron Barassi.

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Why Listen?
Peter Lalor’s insights into cricket, Australian identity, and media freedom make this episode a must-listen for fans of journalism and cultural critique. From his career highlights to his reflections on activism and censorship, this conversation offers a deep dive into issues shaping our society.

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To our loyal community, your engagement has brought us here. Join us in this exciting launch and help shape the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast into a platform for bold ideas.

Keywords: Australian politics, Amy Remeikis, post-election analysis, political journalism, independent podcast, Australia 2025

#BoganIntelligentsia #AusPol #Podcast

Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 1: Amy Remeikis on Navigating Australia’s Post-Election Landscape

Joel Jenkins — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:35:12 +1000

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, where we bring unfiltered, thought-provoking discussions to our dedicated supporters. In this episode, we’re joined by Amy Remeikis, acclaimed political journalist and author, to unpack the complexities of Australia’s recent federal election. Amy offers incisive analysis on the shifting voter priorities, the challenges facing the new government, and the role of media in shaping public discourse. From the rise of independents to the policy battles ahead, this conversation cuts through the noise to reveal the forces driving Australia’s political future.

In This Episode:

A deep dive into the 2025 federal election results and their implications for Australia’s political trajectory.
Amy Remeikis on the evolving role of political journalism in a polarized media landscape.
Insights into how voter sentiment is reshaping policy priorities, from climate to economic equity.
A listener Q&A segment addressing your questions on Australia’s political future.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 1, 2025
Guest: Amy Remeikis, Political Reporter at The Guardian Australia, known for her sharp commentary and fearless reporting.

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Why Listen?
This episode is a must for anyone seeking clarity on Australia’s political landscape. Amy Remeikis brings her expertise to a candid discussion that goes beyond headlines, offering perspectives you won’t find in mainstream media.

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To our loyal community, your engagement has brought us here. Join us in this exciting launch and help shape the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast into a platform for bold ideas.

Keywords: Australian politics, Amy Remeikis, post-election analysis, political journalism, independent podcast, Australia 2025

#BoganIntelligentsia #AusPol #Podcast

Welcome to Bogan Intelligentsia

Joel Jenkins — Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:41 +1000

Welcome to Bogan Intelligentsia, a new podcast covering important Australian issues, talking to important Australian people with important ideas. Don't miss our first episodes dropping soon, subscribe to be the first in line for new content:

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