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enFebruary 18, 2022

Always Slow and Always Late to The Party

In today's episode, we chat about the week-long anti-vaccination protests happening at Parliament House, the Inidgenous Australian flag being handed over the public... sort of... and Ash Barty's incredible run to make Australia great again.

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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enJanuary 31, 2022

Millions of RATs in, one RAT out...

In today's episode, we chat about RAT shortages, Novack Djokovic getting deported from Australia and the pressures the facing the government in the as-yet-unnanounced Australian Federal Election!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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enJanuary 18, 2022

Net Zero By 2050 Special Edition Episode 2021

Today's episode is all about that net zero goodness so get it into you!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/seven-steps-australian-govt-should-take-on-afghanistan-now/

enOctober 27, 2021

Now with more BCAs, ICACs and IBACs than you could poke a branch stack at!

On today’s episode, we talk branch stacking, COVID disparity, carbon action and so very much more! Links mentioned in episode:

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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Got something to say? Send all comments and feedback to thepouchthepodcast@gmail.com We're bound to read your comments on the next show, especially as they pertain to Jake's hair.

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https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/seven-steps-australian-govt-should-take-on-afghanistan-now/

enOctober 12, 2021

I CAC U CAC WE ALL CAC FOR ICE CREAM

On today’s episode, we talk lotteries, spanish inquisitions, resignations and so very much more!

Links mentioned in episode:

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/seven-steps-australian-govt-should-take-on-afghanistan-now/

enOctober 05, 2021

The Pouch Vs The Aussie English Podcast!

Pete and Gregg are joined by the man behind the Aussie English Podcast Mr Pete Smissen. They discuss Scott Morrison as leader of the country; The vaccine roll out and Australia's withdrawal from Afghanistan. Just to keep it light, you know!

enSeptember 14, 2021

Is That a Quarantine Facility in Your Pocket?

On today’s episode, we talk spelunking, exiting, excretions, the paralympics, Australia's exit from Afghanistan and so very much more!

Links mentioned in episode:

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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Got something to say? Send all comments and feedback to thepouchthepodcast@gmail.com We're bound to read your comments on the next show, especially as they pertain to Jake's hair.

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enAugust 31, 2021

High Opinions on Low Emissions! (AKA: Low Opinions on High Emissions!))

On today’s episode, we talk double lockdowns, burning platforms, IPCC reports, asking questions and so much more!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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Got something to say? Send all comments and feedback to thepouchthepodcast@gmail.com We're bound to read your comments on the next show, especially as they pertain to Jake's hair.

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enAugust 12, 2021

You Get a Lockdown! You Get a Lockdown! And, YOU... Have, like 1 surprise case..

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously. WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

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enAugust 05, 2021

New Vaccines, New Chinooks and an Old Prime-Minister

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enJuly 20, 2021

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77. Olympic Petitions, Botched Car Parks and Pre-Selection Woes!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enJuly 06, 2021

76. Putting the 'Essential' Back Into Essential Oils!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enJune 29, 2021

75. Hooray! A New Deputy Prime Minister!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enJune 22, 2021

Part 2 of 2 - The Pouch Vs. Politics Over Coffee

This week, Gregg and Jake are joined by Gareth and Olly from the podcast formally known as Politics Over Coffee! In this long-form discussion about USA politics, they ask the questions absolutely no one is afraid to ask:

How many terrible teleprompter jokes does it take to change a change a Joe Biden? The answer may surprise* you!

If Donald Trump's wall isn't finished, then explain that Pink Floyd album in my CD collection. Check mate, atheists!

BONUS DRINKING GAME: Take a shot every time the word "trillion" is mentioned as the boys discuss the USA economy and take 2 shots every time the word "frozen dinner" is mentioned as they discuss their own personal budgets...

All this and much less in this special two-part episode of The Pouch Vs Politics Over Coffee!

*Boo!

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Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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SHIRTS AND SOCKS: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60850450

STICKERS AND MUGS: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/61794941

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enJune 01, 2021

Part 1 of 2 - The Pouch Vs. Politics Over Coffee

This week, Gregg and Jake are joined by Gareth and Olly from the podcast formally known as Politics Over Coffee! In this long-form discussion, they ask the questions absolutely no one is afraid to ask:

Australia's vaccine rollout is bungled... but just HOW bungled?

Australia's relationship with China is up the proverbial creek without a paddle... but just HOW far up the creek has It gone? Has it lost its OTHER paddle? And;

What are the top 7 outdoor activities Gareth and Olly like to replicate indoors during their 16th lockdown?

All this and much less in part one of The Pouch Vs. Politics Over Coffee!

Links mentioned by Olly in the podcast to learn more about the China / Australia Relationship!

https://australiaintheworld.podbean.com (Episodes 74 and 75 discuss Australia and Chinese relationships)

https://sinocism.com

https://supchina.com

https://www.neican.org/s/australia-china

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Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

WANT MORE? JOIN THE POUCH NATION ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thepouchthepodcast

SHIRTS AND SOCKS: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60850450

STICKERS AND MUGS: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/61794941

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enMay 30, 2021

74. Vaccinations, By-Elections and The Great Burning of the Grapes

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enMay 25, 2021

73. Chase That Budget Down the Street!

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enMay 17, 2021

72. All Torque and No Milkshake

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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enApril 21, 2021

71. Vaccine Bungles, CEO Tumbles and Expat Rumbles

This week is all about Christine Holgate, scientology in Australia, expats heading to the UN, the federal government kind-of-almost accepting all 55 recommendations in Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins’ landmark report, Respect@Work, Scott Morrisons approval / disapproval ratings and so very much more!

Episode links:

Kevin Rudd writing for the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/apr/12/australias-vaccination-rollout-strategy-has-been-an-epic-fail-now-scott-morrison-is-trying-to-gaslight-us

Respect @ Work Sexual Harassment National Inquiry Report: https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/sex-discrimination/publications/respectwork-sexual-harassment-national-inquiry-report-2020

Welcome to The Pouch! The taped-up wheely bin of podcasts that aims to help the average Aussie try and make sense of their current political environment. Join world-renowned podcaster, Jake Farr-Wharton, and significantly less-renowned podcaster, Gregg Savage, every Sunday as they tackle the week in Australian news and politics... not so seriously.

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