2 Worlds Collide Podcast

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Australian comedian Isaac Butterfield for a no-holds-barred conversation about the current state of Australian politics, comedy, censorship, and the progressive culture being pushed into almost every part of modern life. Isaac has built a massive following by refusing to filter himself, and in this episode we get into why comedy an...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Federal Member for Herbert and Afghanistan veteran Phil Thompson for a candid conversation about his service in Afghanistan, his transition into politics, the current state of Australia, and why he believes the Albanese Government must be defeated at the next election. Phil shares his experiences serving our country overseas, the l...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jaimie Johnstone for a wide-ranging conversation about Australia's current political landscape, the rise of One Nation, and where our country may be headed. We discuss the growing dissatisfaction with the major parties, why more Australians are looking for alternatives, the increasing influence of independent voices online, and wha...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic for an in-depth conversation about the direction of Australia under the Albanese Government, the growing debate around censorship, the role of the mainstream media, and the future of free speech. We discuss concerns about government policy, the increasing influence of the state in everyday life, why some critics...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Melissa Kupsch, an experienced homeopath, for an in-depth conversation about homeopathy, natural health, the influence of Big Pharma, and why more Australians are looking beyond conventional medicine. Melissa explains what homeopathy is, how it works, and why many people have turned to it for themselves and their families. We also...

🎙 In this Monologue, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week. From the backlash surrounding Pauline Hanson and the debate over Islamophobia, to the left's reaction, political double standards, and the broader conversation around free speech, there's plenty to unpack. No scripts, no spin—just my thoughts on what's happening in Australia right now. 🧭 In...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar, former Australian Special Forces Brigadier, for an in-depth conversation about the ongoing war crimes allegations, the Brereton Inquiry, leadership within the Australian Defence Force, and where Australia goes from here. Drawing on decades of military service and leadership, Dan shares his perspective on t...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Professor B. Beaumont Whitford for a fascinating conversation covering leadership, philosophy, Australian culture, writing, free speech, and the ideas shaping our future. A former Air Force member, professor, entrepreneur, comedian and author, Beaumont brings a unique perspective to the discussion as we explore the importance of cr...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with former Australian Special Forces 2 Commando operator Eddie Robertson for an honest and unfiltered conversation about the Ben Roberts-Smith saga, the attack on Australian veterans, nationalism, patriotism, and where Australia is heading. We unpack the ongoing Ben Roberts-Smith situation, why so many veterans believe Australia's Spec...

🎙 In Monologue #5 of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week. From the corruption allegations surrounding Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and her referral to IBAC, to Anthony Albanese's appearance on a podcast and his comments about Kylie Minogue, plus Senator Malcolm Roberts' warnings about globalism and where Australia is...

🎙 In Monologue #4 of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week. From Senator Charlotte Walker's TikToks and the growing trend of politicians making a mockery of Parliament through social media, to Julia Gillard walking back her comments on the Sex Discrimination Act, Pat Conroy's attack on Robert Menzies, and Andrew Hastie's...

🎙 In this episode of The "Someone Had To Say It" Monologue, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week. From politicians chasing TikTok likes instead of tackling the issues that actually matter, to Dave Hughes' dramatic 180, the ongoing Karl Stefanovic fallout, Senator Michaelia Cash taking it to Clare O'Neil, and the continued decline of Australia's mains...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Nathan Marks — the man behind The Curly Show, a podcast he runs out of his van — for a funny, honest and unfiltered conversation about cancel culture, comedy, normal life and the future of Australia. We dive into Nathan’s journey building The Curly Show, the type of conversations he is having around the country, and why his laid-ba...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Steve Baxter — entrepreneur, investor, former Shark Tank Australia judge, and founder of Beaten Zone Venture Partners — for a direct and confronting conversation about the Australian economy, politics, veterans, and the future of the country. We dive into the recent Federal Budget and the direction Labor and the Greens are taking A...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Calista Clements — conservative political commentator and advocate for free speech and Western values — for a direct and confronting conversation about culture, education, and the future of Australia. We dive into the growing debate around monoculture versus multiculturalism — discussing national identity, social cohesion, and what...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Troy Williams, better known to many as Troy Candy — entrepreneur, business owner, and social figure — for a direct and confronting conversation about Victoria, business, and the future of Australia. We dive into what many see as the decline of Victoria — discussing rising costs, government policy, the business environment, and why...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andrew "Horse" Hudson — former Australian SAS operator and veteran of multiple deployments to Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about combat, courage, betrayal, and rebuilding Australia. We dive into Horse’s military career and operational deployments, discussing the realities of war, the sacrifices made by th...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Mark Wales — former SAS Captain, combat veteran, entrepreneur, and author — for a direct and confronting conversation about combat, immigration, alleged war crimes, and the challenges facing Australia today. We dive into Mark’s military career and combat deployments, discussing the realities of serving in some of the world's most d...

(At the request of Joanna and James, I removed two short 5-second clips from this episode. I normally don’t do this, but respected the guests’ request on this occasion.) 🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dr Joanna Howe and James Howe for a direct, fiery, and challenging conversation about abortion laws, immigration, national identity, and the future of Australia. W...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jacinta Price — Senator for the Northern Territory — for a direct and confronting conversation about the Australian budget, immigration, national identity, and where the country is heading. We dive into the recent budget — unpacking the pressure everyday Australians are feeling through rising costs, housing affordability, taxation,...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Heston Russell — former Special Forces Commando and veteran of deployments to Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about war, veterans, media narratives, and the future of Australia. We dive into the growing attack on Australian veterans — discussing the fallout from recent years, the Ben Roberts-Smith situation,...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dean Burgess — former 2 Commando Special Forces operator and veteran of tours in Iraq and Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about the state of Australia, the treatment of veterans, and the issues many people are too afraid to talk about publicly. We dive into the attack on Australian veterans — discussing the...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Harry Garside — for a raw and unfiltered conversation about identity, pressure, and staying true to who you are in today’s world. We dive into identity — how Harry has navigated expectations, criticism, and public perception while carving out his own path both inside and outside the ring. We also unpack immigration and culture — di...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic — for a direct and unfiltered conversation about some of the biggest and most controversial issues facing Australia right now. We dive into the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case — unpacking the national debate, media coverage, and what this situation means for veterans, accountability, and public trust. We also e...

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with the Honourable John Ruddick — Member of the NSW Legislative Council — for a direct and unfiltered conversation about the current state of Australia and the political decisions shaping the country. We dive into growing concerns around government transparency, the narratives being pushed in politics, and why many Australians are losi...