The Nelli Stevenson Show Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-nelli-stevenson-show This podcast digs into power, pain and politics in Australia today. Each episode features communications strategist Nelli Stevenson in sharp, funny conversations with expert guests such as energy analysts, social commentators, research experts, and environmental campaigners. If you're over jargon, both-sidesing, carefully crafted talking points, and instead want sharp, grounded conversations that join the dots between personal pain and political power, this is for you. 2026 Nelli Stevenson 20e74d7b-e204-5497-a7b6-b77612c568e2 yes en Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:57:38 +1000 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:58:06 +1000 https://nellistevenson.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/DQCrd3boEbN5t6KhfSlmXgq06R7YqToJj1J8PdEcWoQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jYjcx/YWExMzZkZDllNzE1/NmFlM2ZjZTAyMGY0/YmY4Yy5qcGc.jpg The Nelli Stevenson Show https://nellistevenson.com episodic Nelli Stevenson This podcast digs into power, pain and politics in Australia today. Each episode features communications strategist Nelli Stevenson in sharp, funny conversations with expert guests such as energy analysts, social commentators, research experts, and environmental campaigners. If you're over jargon, both-sidesing, carefully crafted talking points, and instead want sharp, grounded conversations that join the dots between personal pain and political power, this is for you. This podcast digs into power, pain and politics in Australia today. politics, energy, environment, climate change, australia, chronic pain, disability, current affairs, left wing, commentary, current affairs, activism Nelli Stevenson thenellistevensonshow@gmail.com No Yes Coal and Gas Brainwashing Aussie Kids with Belinda Noble 5 5 Coal and Gas Brainwashing Aussie Kids with Belinda Noble full c5a13852-4a65-46d9-8a1a-245b7d4e8892 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0560a3f6 In this episode, communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and special guest Belinda Noble explore the alarming evidence of fossil fuel industry efforts to influence early childhood education and shaping children's perceptions of climate change. Belinda shares insights from her recent report, shedding light on systemic targeting, advertising tactics, and the potential long-term impacts on future generations.

Resources & Links:

Connect with Belinda Noble:

Connect with Nelli:

Chapters:

00:00 — Fossil fuel influence in children’s education

01:44 — What “petrogrooming” means

03:40 — How early marketing shapes lifelong loyalties

08:02 — The case for a Senate inquiry

10:17 — What parents can do

13:10 — Protecting children from harmful advertising

15:25 — The human cost of fossil fuels

17:34 — Climate anxiety and extreme weather

20:56 — Giving children agency and hope

28:47 — Individual action versus systemic change

30:29 — How fossil fuel messaging reaches kids

33:08 — Children’s futures and the path forward

35:42 — A world free from fossil fuel sponsorship

]]> In this episode, communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and special guest Belinda Noble explore the alarming evidence of fossil fuel industry efforts to influence early childhood education and shaping children's perceptions of climate change. Belinda shares insights from her recent report, shedding light on systemic targeting, advertising tactics, and the potential long-term impacts on future generations.

Resources & Links:

Connect with Belinda Noble:

Connect with Nelli:

Chapters:

00:00 — Fossil fuel influence in children’s education

01:44 — What “petrogrooming” means

03:40 — How early marketing shapes lifelong loyalties

08:02 — The case for a Senate inquiry

10:17 — What parents can do

13:10 — Protecting children from harmful advertising

15:25 — The human cost of fossil fuels

17:34 — Climate anxiety and extreme weather

20:56 — Giving children agency and hope

28:47 — Individual action versus systemic change

30:29 — How fossil fuel messaging reaches kids

33:08 — Children’s futures and the path forward

35:42 — A world free from fossil fuel sponsorship

]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:57:38 +1000 Nelli Stevenson Nelli Stevenson 2240 In this episode, communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and special guest Belinda Noble explore the alarming evidence of fossil fuel industry efforts to influence early childhood education and shaping children's perceptions of climate change. Belinda shares insights from her recent report, shedding light on systemic targeting, advertising tactics, and the potential long-term impacts on future generations.

Resources & Links:

Connect with Belinda Noble:

Connect with Nelli:

Chapters:

00:00 — Fossil fuel influence in children’s education

01:44 — What “petrogrooming” means

03:40 — How early marketing shapes lifelong loyalties

08:02 — The case for a Senate inquiry

10:17 — What parents can do

13:10 — Protecting children from harmful advertising

15:25 — The human cost of fossil fuels

17:34 — Climate anxiety and extreme weather

20:56 — Giving children agency and hope

28:47 — Individual action versus systemic change

30:29 — How fossil fuel messaging reaches kids

33:08 — Children’s futures and the path forward

35:42 — A world free from fossil fuel sponsorship

]]> politics, energy, environment, climate change, australia, chronic pain, disability, current affairs, left wing, commentary, current affairs, activism No Overwhelmed and Under-Led: Reading the Aussie Mood with Prof. Rebecca Huntley 4 4 Overwhelmed and Under-Led: Reading the Aussie Mood with Prof. Rebecca Huntley full c8cfb03d-ff90-4bf0-895b-3fd70552afd5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/08dee200 In this episode, Australia's foremost social researcher Professor Rebecca Huntley shares insights on how polling works, the importance of understanding community representation, and strategies to engage with voters who are drifting to the far right. Nelli and Rebecca chat in-depth about their combined experience in understanding and communicating with Australians, and share insights on how to connect with others on everything from climate change to multiculturalism.

FIND REBECCA:
Rebecca Huntley on LinkedIn
Rebecca Huntley on Instagram
Rebecca's book, How to Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference

FIND NELLI:
The Nelli Stevenson Show on Instagram
Nelli Stevenson on Instagram

CHAPTERS:

00:00

Understanding Polling and Public Perception

00:58

The Fragmentation of Political Support

27:24

The Return of Controversial Figures

28:27

The Search for Political Identity

28:46

Shifts in Regional Demographics

30:09

Gender Equality and Political Backlash

31:07

The Rise of One Nation

33:17

Nostalgia and Political Discontent

36:34

The Need for Social Cohesion

38:23

Engaging with Disaffected Voters

39:12

Listening and Understanding Perspectives

43:21

The Power of Storytelling in Politics

]]> In this episode, Australia's foremost social researcher Professor Rebecca Huntley shares insights on how polling works, the importance of understanding community representation, and strategies to engage with voters who are drifting to the far right. Nelli and Rebecca chat in-depth about their combined experience in understanding and communicating with Australians, and share insights on how to connect with others on everything from climate change to multiculturalism.

FIND REBECCA:
Rebecca Huntley on LinkedIn
Rebecca Huntley on Instagram
Rebecca's book, How to Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference

FIND NELLI:
The Nelli Stevenson Show on Instagram
Nelli Stevenson on Instagram

CHAPTERS:

00:00

Understanding Polling and Public Perception

00:58

The Fragmentation of Political Support

27:24

The Return of Controversial Figures

28:27

The Search for Political Identity

28:46

Shifts in Regional Demographics

30:09

Gender Equality and Political Backlash

31:07

The Rise of One Nation

33:17

Nostalgia and Political Discontent

36:34

The Need for Social Cohesion

38:23

Engaging with Disaffected Voters

39:12

Listening and Understanding Perspectives

43:21

The Power of Storytelling in Politics

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:15:00 +1000 Nelli Stevenson Nelli Stevenson 2821 In this episode, Australia's foremost social researcher Professor Rebecca Huntley shares insights on how polling works, the importance of understanding community representation, and strategies to engage with voters who are drifting to the far right. Nelli and Rebecca chat in-depth about their combined experience in understanding and communicating with Australians, and share insights on how to connect with others on everything from climate change to multiculturalism.

FIND REBECCA:
Rebecca Huntley on LinkedIn
Rebecca Huntley on Instagram
Rebecca's book, How to Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference

FIND NELLI:
The Nelli Stevenson Show on Instagram
Nelli Stevenson on Instagram

CHAPTERS:

00:00

Understanding Polling and Public Perception

00:58

The Fragmentation of Political Support

27:24

The Return of Controversial Figures

28:27

The Search for Political Identity

28:46

Shifts in Regional Demographics

30:09

Gender Equality and Political Backlash

31:07

The Rise of One Nation

33:17

Nostalgia and Political Discontent

36:34

The Need for Social Cohesion

38:23

Engaging with Disaffected Voters

39:12

Listening and Understanding Perspectives

43:21

The Power of Storytelling in Politics

]]> politics, energy, environment, australia, polling, social research, community engagement, political psychology, climate change, voter behavior, trust in institutions, multiculturalism No Busting the Data Centre Boom with Joe Rafalowicz form Greenpeace 3 3 Busting the Data Centre Boom with Joe Rafalowicz form Greenpeace full d2174c09-6428-4b80-9bb1-5bff12cd20ee https://share.transistor.fm/s/015bb424 Greenpeace Australia Pacific's Head of Climate and Energy Joe Rafalowicz joins Nelli to light the fuse on the data centre boom in Australia. Together they explore who asked for it, how it's harming the climate, the environment and jobs, the strange parallels between the far right and the left in opposing data centres, and how on earth you can de-Google your life.

Read the report at: https://www.greenpeace.org.au/greenpeace-reports/ai-data-centres-draining-energy-australia/


Try GreenPt at:

https://greenpt.com/


Find Greenpeace Australia Pacific:
@greenpeaceap

Find Nelli:
@thenellistevensonshow
@nellistevenson

Chapters: 
00:45
Greenpeace's Perspective on AI
02:59
The Energy Demands of Data Centers
04:32
Consumer Demand vs. Corporate Use of AI
07:33
De-Googling Life and Privacy Concerns
10:28
The Shift Towards Offline Activism
13:15
Big Tech's Changing Image and Environmental Commitments
16:20
The Reality of Data Centers and Public Trust
21:13
The Gas Industry's Role in Data Centers
30:38
Mobilizing for Change: Solutions and Actions
34:23
Engaging with Greenpeace and Community Action
36:57
Engaging your MP

]]> Greenpeace Australia Pacific's Head of Climate and Energy Joe Rafalowicz joins Nelli to light the fuse on the data centre boom in Australia. Together they explore who asked for it, how it's harming the climate, the environment and jobs, the strange parallels between the far right and the left in opposing data centres, and how on earth you can de-Google your life.

Read the report at: https://www.greenpeace.org.au/greenpeace-reports/ai-data-centres-draining-energy-australia/


Try GreenPt at:

https://greenpt.com/


Find Greenpeace Australia Pacific:
@greenpeaceap

Find Nelli:
@thenellistevensonshow
@nellistevenson

Chapters: 
00:45
Greenpeace's Perspective on AI
02:59
The Energy Demands of Data Centers
04:32
Consumer Demand vs. Corporate Use of AI
07:33
De-Googling Life and Privacy Concerns
10:28
The Shift Towards Offline Activism
13:15
Big Tech's Changing Image and Environmental Commitments
16:20
The Reality of Data Centers and Public Trust
21:13
The Gas Industry's Role in Data Centers
30:38
Mobilizing for Change: Solutions and Actions
34:23
Engaging with Greenpeace and Community Action
36:57
Engaging your MP

]]> Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:15:00 +1000 Nelli Stevenson Nelli Stevenson 2245 Greenpeace Australia Pacific's Head of Climate and Energy Joe Rafalowicz joins Nelli to light the fuse on the data centre boom in Australia. Together they explore who asked for it, how it's harming the climate, the environment and jobs, the strange parallels between the far right and the left in opposing data centres, and how on earth you can de-Google your life.

Read the report at: https://www.greenpeace.org.au/greenpeace-reports/ai-data-centres-draining-energy-australia/


Try GreenPt at:

https://greenpt.com/


Find Greenpeace Australia Pacific:
@greenpeaceap

Find Nelli:
@thenellistevensonshow
@nellistevenson

Chapters: 
00:45
Greenpeace's Perspective on AI
02:59
The Energy Demands of Data Centers
04:32
Consumer Demand vs. Corporate Use of AI
07:33
De-Googling Life and Privacy Concerns
10:28
The Shift Towards Offline Activism
13:15
Big Tech's Changing Image and Environmental Commitments
16:20
The Reality of Data Centers and Public Trust
21:13
The Gas Industry's Role in Data Centers
30:38
Mobilizing for Change: Solutions and Actions
34:23
Engaging with Greenpeace and Community Action
36:57
Engaging your MP

]]> politics, energy, environment, climate change, australia, chronic pain, disability, current affairs, left wing, commentary, current affairs, activism No Birds, bees and budgie smugglers with Clancy Lester 2 2 Birds, bees and budgie smugglers with Clancy Lester full 7a96055a-c41e-496c-ae78-eb7db39b9e43 https://share.transistor.fm/s/836c7c61 Join communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and environmental educator and pollinator expert Clancy Lester for a wild chat about nature. On this episode, they explore the incredible intelligence of native bees, the weird and horny ways that the symbiotic relationship between pollinators and blossoms has evolved, and practical ways to support biodiversity in Australia.

FIND CLANCY:
Instagram: @beesandblossoms.aus

FIND NELLI:
Instagram @thenellistevensonshow and @nellistevenson

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Clancy Lester and His Passion for Nature
01:14 The Fascinating World of Native Bees
04:49 Climate Change and Its Impact on Ecosystems
08:22 Political Landscape and Environmental Concerns
10:06 Indigenous Knowledge and Its Importance
12:54 Implications of the Rise of the Far Right
15:56 Local Environmental Issues in Victoria
17:22 Finding Hope Through Action and Community
23:19 Encouragement for New Environmental Advocates
24:17 The Diversity of Birds
25:59 Bees and Their Cognitive Abilities
29:14 Social Structures of Bees
31:36 Roles Within Bee Colonies
32:52 The Misunderstood Wasps
35:52 Nature Strips and Environmental Activism
40:38 The Potential of Urban Biodiversity

]]> Join communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and environmental educator and pollinator expert Clancy Lester for a wild chat about nature. On this episode, they explore the incredible intelligence of native bees, the weird and horny ways that the symbiotic relationship between pollinators and blossoms has evolved, and practical ways to support biodiversity in Australia.

FIND CLANCY:
Instagram: @beesandblossoms.aus

FIND NELLI:
Instagram @thenellistevensonshow and @nellistevenson

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Clancy Lester and His Passion for Nature
01:14 The Fascinating World of Native Bees
04:49 Climate Change and Its Impact on Ecosystems
08:22 Political Landscape and Environmental Concerns
10:06 Indigenous Knowledge and Its Importance
12:54 Implications of the Rise of the Far Right
15:56 Local Environmental Issues in Victoria
17:22 Finding Hope Through Action and Community
23:19 Encouragement for New Environmental Advocates
24:17 The Diversity of Birds
25:59 Bees and Their Cognitive Abilities
29:14 Social Structures of Bees
31:36 Roles Within Bee Colonies
32:52 The Misunderstood Wasps
35:52 Nature Strips and Environmental Activism
40:38 The Potential of Urban Biodiversity

]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:14:00 +1000 Nelli Stevenson Nelli Stevenson 2651 Join communications strategist Nelli Stevenson and environmental educator and pollinator expert Clancy Lester for a wild chat about nature. On this episode, they explore the incredible intelligence of native bees, the weird and horny ways that the symbiotic relationship between pollinators and blossoms has evolved, and practical ways to support biodiversity in Australia.

FIND CLANCY:
Instagram: @beesandblossoms.aus

FIND NELLI:
Instagram @thenellistevensonshow and @nellistevenson

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Clancy Lester and His Passion for Nature
01:14 The Fascinating World of Native Bees
04:49 Climate Change and Its Impact on Ecosystems
08:22 Political Landscape and Environmental Concerns
10:06 Indigenous Knowledge and Its Importance
12:54 Implications of the Rise of the Far Right
15:56 Local Environmental Issues in Victoria
17:22 Finding Hope Through Action and Community
23:19 Encouragement for New Environmental Advocates
24:17 The Diversity of Birds
25:59 Bees and Their Cognitive Abilities
29:14 Social Structures of Bees
31:36 Roles Within Bee Colonies
32:52 The Misunderstood Wasps
35:52 Nature Strips and Environmental Activism
40:38 The Potential of Urban Biodiversity

]]> politics, energy, environment, australia, biodiversity, environmentalism, conservation, volunteering, bees, wasps, pollinators, clancy lester, No What if we taxed gas like Norway? With Ketan Joshi 1 1 What if we taxed gas like Norway? With Ketan Joshi full ac20bec6-b716-4b6c-9ff7-c4a1cef67c7e https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ec0c598 In this engaging discussion, Ketan Joshi, an expert in energy policy and climate advocacy, shares insights on Norway's fossil fuel industry, social license, and the Australian gas debate. Discover how Norway manages and taxes its fossil fuel resources, the social and political dynamics involved, and the downsides to heavily taxing the gas industry. Ketan Joshi shares insights on climate policy, fossil fuel industry tactics, Norway's approach to resource management, and the political landscape in Australia. Together, Ketan and Nelli unpack how industry influence, media narratives, and policy decisions shape the future of energy and climate action - with a few dick jokes for good measure.

Chapters:
00:00
Introduction to the Conversation

01:52
The Absurdity of Gas Debates

04:38
Social License and the Gas Industry

07:37
Welfare Systems and Fossil Fuels

08:21
Taxing Fossil Fuels vs. Winding Down

11:31
Political Language in the Gas Industry

17:19
The Illusion of Economic Benefit

21:38
Gas as a Transition Fuel: A Misconception

27:30
Media's Role in Gas Policy

29:43
One Nation's Gas Policy: A Closer Look

33:31
The Rise of One Nation and Its Implications


Topics covered:

  • Norway's taxation of fossil fuels
  • Social license of the oil industry in Norway
  • Australian gas export policies and propaganda
  • Public perception and climate change awareness
  • Strategies for effective climate communication 
  • Norway's fossil fuel taxation and investment strategy
  • Industry influence on climate policy and media narratives
  • The impact of fossil fuel exports on national security and climate
  • Australian gas industry tactics and political funding
  • The role of media in shaping public perception of energy policies

Find Ketan:
https://ketanjoshi.co/
https://bsky.app/profile/ketanjoshi.co
https://www.facebook.com/ketan.joshi.52831/
https://www.instagram.com/ketanjoshi19/
https://www.threads.com/@ketanjoshi19
https://www.tiktok.com/@ketanj0

Find Nelli:
https://nellistevenson.com
https://www.instagram.com/nellistevenson/
https://www.threads.com/@nellistevenson
https://www.tiktok.com/@nellistevenson
https://bsky.app/profile/nellistevenson.bsky.social

You can follow us on Instagram @thenellistevensonshow, and find us wherever you get your podcasts.

]]> In this engaging discussion, Ketan Joshi, an expert in energy policy and climate advocacy, shares insights on Norway's fossil fuel industry, social license, and the Australian gas debate. Discover how Norway manages and taxes its fossil fuel resources, the social and political dynamics involved, and the downsides to heavily taxing the gas industry. Ketan Joshi shares insights on climate policy, fossil fuel industry tactics, Norway's approach to resource management, and the political landscape in Australia. Together, Ketan and Nelli unpack how industry influence, media narratives, and policy decisions shape the future of energy and climate action - with a few dick jokes for good measure.

Chapters:
00:00
Introduction to the Conversation

01:52
The Absurdity of Gas Debates

04:38
Social License and the Gas Industry

07:37
Welfare Systems and Fossil Fuels

08:21
Taxing Fossil Fuels vs. Winding Down

11:31
Political Language in the Gas Industry

17:19
The Illusion of Economic Benefit

21:38
Gas as a Transition Fuel: A Misconception

27:30
Media's Role in Gas Policy

29:43
One Nation's Gas Policy: A Closer Look

33:31
The Rise of One Nation and Its Implications


Topics covered:

  • Norway's taxation of fossil fuels
  • Social license of the oil industry in Norway
  • Australian gas export policies and propaganda
  • Public perception and climate change awareness
  • Strategies for effective climate communication 
  • Norway's fossil fuel taxation and investment strategy
  • Industry influence on climate policy and media narratives
  • The impact of fossil fuel exports on national security and climate
  • Australian gas industry tactics and political funding
  • The role of media in shaping public perception of energy policies

Find Ketan:
https://ketanjoshi.co/
https://bsky.app/profile/ketanjoshi.co
https://www.facebook.com/ketan.joshi.52831/
https://www.instagram.com/ketanjoshi19/
https://www.threads.com/@ketanjoshi19
https://www.tiktok.com/@ketanj0

Find Nelli:
https://nellistevenson.com
https://www.instagram.com/nellistevenson/
https://www.threads.com/@nellistevenson
https://www.tiktok.com/@nellistevenson
https://bsky.app/profile/nellistevenson.bsky.social

You can follow us on Instagram @thenellistevensonshow, and find us wherever you get your podcasts.

]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:03:10 +1000 Nelli Stevenson Nelli Stevenson 2174 In this engaging discussion, Ketan Joshi, an expert in energy policy and climate advocacy, shares insights on Norway's fossil fuel industry, social license, and the Australian gas debate. Discover how Norway manages and taxes its fossil fuel resources, the social and political dynamics involved, and the downsides to heavily taxing the gas industry. Ketan Joshi shares insights on climate policy, fossil fuel industry tactics, Norway's approach to resource management, and the political landscape in Australia. Together, Ketan and Nelli unpack how industry influence, media narratives, and policy decisions shape the future of energy and climate action - with a few dick jokes for good measure.

Chapters:
00:00
Introduction to the Conversation

01:52
The Absurdity of Gas Debates

04:38
Social License and the Gas Industry

07:37
Welfare Systems and Fossil Fuels

08:21
Taxing Fossil Fuels vs. Winding Down

11:31
Political Language in the Gas Industry

17:19
The Illusion of Economic Benefit

21:38
Gas as a Transition Fuel: A Misconception

27:30
Media's Role in Gas Policy

29:43
One Nation's Gas Policy: A Closer Look

33:31
The Rise of One Nation and Its Implications


Topics covered:

  • Norway's taxation of fossil fuels
  • Social license of the oil industry in Norway
  • Australian gas export policies and propaganda
  • Public perception and climate change awareness
  • Strategies for effective climate communication 
  • Norway's fossil fuel taxation and investment strategy
  • Industry influence on climate policy and media narratives
  • The impact of fossil fuel exports on national security and climate
  • Australian gas industry tactics and political funding
  • The role of media in shaping public perception of energy policies

Find Ketan:
https://ketanjoshi.co/
https://bsky.app/profile/ketanjoshi.co
https://www.facebook.com/ketan.joshi.52831/
https://www.instagram.com/ketanjoshi19/
https://www.threads.com/@ketanjoshi19
https://www.tiktok.com/@ketanj0

Find Nelli:
https://nellistevenson.com
https://www.instagram.com/nellistevenson/
https://www.threads.com/@nellistevenson
https://www.tiktok.com/@nellistevenson
https://bsky.app/profile/nellistevenson.bsky.social

You can follow us on Instagram @thenellistevensonshow, and find us wherever you get your podcasts.

]]> climate policy, Norway fossil fuels, Australian gas debate, social license, energy transition, climate communication, environmental activism, climate policy, fossil fuels, Norway, Australia, energy transition, industry influence, media bias, climate activism, gas industry, renewable energy Yes