JJ Podcast

Episode 34 | Will Shackel | The Nuclear Debate Australia Is Avoiding What happens when a 16-year-old takes on Australia’s energy debate? In this episode, we sit down with Will Shackel — the founder of Nuclear for Australia — who’s built a national movement pushing to lift the country’s nuclear ban. We tackle the big questions: Why is Australia the only G20 nation without nuclear power? Is fear dri...

Season 2 | Episode 33 — Mike Newman This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with former NSW Senior Trade & Investment Commissioner  Mike Newman for a no-holds-barred conversation about what’s really holding Australia back. From trade deals that are raising eyebrows, to a public sector many say has grown beyond control, to an energy system struggling under red tape — this episode pulls apart...

Season 2 | Episode 32 — Steven Nowakowski This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with environmentalist and conservationist  Steven Nowakowski , whose work protecting Australia’s wilderness and rainforests spans more than 30 years. Steven shares his journey through the conservation movement, including his time as a  Greens candidate in Queensland , and his lifelong commitment to preserving Aust...

Season 2 | Episode 31 — Hayley Mary This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with Australian singer and songwriter  Hayley Mary  for one of our most candid conversations yet. We dive into politics inside the entertainment industry — and what happens when artists step outside the accepted narrative Hayley opens up about: The dominance of left-leaning ideology in creative circles Cancel culture an...

Season 2 | Episode 30 — Dimitri Burshtein This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with economist, strategist and policy analyst  Dimitri Burshtein  for a deep dive into the state of Australia’s economy. For the first time in our history, government debt has pushed past  $1 trillion . What does that actually mean — and who ultimately pays? We unpack: Employment figures — including claims that 8...

This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with  Bridget McKenzie  for a candid, wide-ranging conversation at a pivotal moment for the Coalition. We discuss the recent Liberal leadership spill, her thoughts on the  Angus Taylor–Jane Hume  combination, and what it means for the direction of the party. We also ask Senator McKenzie about her decision to  cross the floor  on the Albanese Government’s...

Season 2 continues with a relaxed but fearless conversation with  Sall Grover , founder of  Giggle for Girls Pty Ltd  — and one of the most talked-about women in Australia right now. In this episode, we unpack Sall’s journey creating a women-only app, the court case that followed, and what it reveals about the  loss of common sense in modern politics and our legal system . We also dive into: The ...

Season 2, Episode 1 – John Howard on Nuclear Power, Immigration & Australia’s Future We kick off  Season 2  with one of the most consequential figures in modern Australian politics — former Prime Minister  John Howard . In this wide-ranging conversation, Mr Howard reflects on the decisions that shaped Australia’s economic and political landscape, including why his government introduced a ban a...

🎙️  Season 1 Finale: Tim Wilson MP — Goldstein, Terror, Teals & Small Business In our  final episode of Season 1 , we sit down with  Tim Wilson MP , the Federal Member for Goldstein, for a wide-ranging and deeply important conversation. We begin with the tragic  Bondi terror attack , discussing the national mood, community grief, and the growing concern many Australians feel about safety, cohe...

🎙️  Episode 25: Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price — The Australian Spirit Is Coming Back to Life In this powerful episode of  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with  Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price  — one of Australia’s most compelling political voices — to unpack the experiences, values and convictions that shaped her life, her leadership, and her fight for Australia’s future. Jacinta reflects on her ...

🎙️  Episode 24: The Science Behind Net Zero — with Mia Schlicht (IPA) This week on  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with  Mia Schlicht , environmental scientist and research fellow at the Institute of Public Affairs. Mia studied atmospheric science and is passionate about challenging political narratives around climate change, CO₂ emissions, land use and the push toward “green energy.” In this episod...

🎙  EPISODE 23 — Jennifer Parker: Australia’s Defence Reality Check This week we sit down with one of Australia’s most respected voices in national security —  Jennifer Parker , Defence and Marine Security specialist, former Warfare Officer in the Royal Australian Navy, and leading analyst in maritime strategy and Indo-Pacific security. With over  two decades of active service , Jennifer brings rea...

🎙️  Australia’s Big Immigration Reality — with Daniel Wild (IPA) In this week’s episode, we’re joined by  Daniel Wild , Deputy Executive Director at the Institute of Public Affairs, for a deep dive into Australia’s  exploding  immigration numbers — the highest in our nation’s history. We unpack why Australia’s  “Big Australia” policy is on steroids , how rapid population growth is affecting housin...

How Polling Really Works with Dr Dorian von Freyhold In the world of politics, polls are taken, published and analysed constantly — but how do they actually work? And how much can we trust them? In this episode, we’re joined by  Dr Dorian von Freyhold , Managing Director of Compass Polling and a consumer psychologist with a PhD in understanding human behaviour. We dive into the mechanics behind po...

🎙️  This week on The JJ Podcast  — Jaimee and Jaimie sit down with  Kellie Sloane MP , the Member for Vaucluse and Shadow Minister for Health, to unpack one of Australia’s biggest challenges: the state of our healthcare system. From the Labor Government’s promise of “free Medicare” and what that really means, to state budgets, hospital funding, and the growing role of privatisation — Kellie shares...

🎙️  Episode 19 | The State of Australia’s Housing Market with Damian Wallace This week, we’re joined by  Finance Specialist Damian Wallace  to unpack the reality of Australia’s housing market in 2025. 🏠 We dive into: 💰 The Labor Government’s  5% deposit scheme  and who it really helps 📊  Median house prices  in Sydney and the  household incomes  needed to service those mortgages 🏡 The growing...

🎙️  Episode 18 | Evelyn Reeves: From Leftist Activist to Conservative Voice This week, we sit down with  Evelyn Reeves  — an American pro-life activist who’s made the rare journey from the political left to the right. We dive deep into  why  that transition happened and what she’s learned along the way. Evelyn opens up about her upbringing in a large, conservative, Christian household — where she...

🎙️  Episode 17 – Holding Labor to Account, Promises & Path Forward | with Senator Jane Hume In this episode of  The JJ Podcast , Jaimee and Jaimie sit down with  Senator Jane Hume  for a candid half-hour chat about the state of Australian politics, the future of the Liberal Party, and holding Labor to account. We cover it all: 🔹 Why  Sussan Ley  isn’t resonating with voters 🔹 The Libs’ role...

🎙️  Episode 16 – Breaking the Narrative | With Joel Jammal, Turning Point Australia In this episode of  The JJ Podcast , Jaimee and Jaimie sit down with  Joel Jammal , Head of  Turning Point Australia , for an unfiltered conversation about politics, young voters, and the growing demand for truth over narrative. We open by discussing how Joel partnered with  Turning Point USA , the global influence...

Stats That Shape Australia | With Brianna McKee In this episode of  The JJ Podcast , Jaimee and Jaimie sit down with Research Fellow  Brianna McKee  to unpack the numbers shaping Australia’s future. From demographics to energy to education, the statistics tell a powerful story about where we’re headed as a nation. We dive into: 👶  Australia’s birth rate decline  — how it compares globally, and wh...

In this episode, Jaimee and Jaimie take a hard look at the failings of our current government. They reflect on the recent federal election and highlight major decisions Anthony Albanese is now making on behalf of Australians—without ever taking them to the people. From foreign relations and our alliance with America under President Trump, to defence security, energy security and pricing, and emiss...

🇦🇺 Where is Australia heading — and who pays the price? In this episode of  The JJ Podcast , Jaimee & Jaimie sit down with Shadow Treasurer  Ted O’Brien  to unpack the state of the nation and the big challenges facing our economy. We dive into: 💰 Increased  gov. spending  and risks of  unsustainable debt 👨‍👩‍👧 Why these decisions are  selfish to our children 🧾 Growing number of Australian...

In this powerful episode of  The JJ Podcast , we sit down with Senator  Pauline Hanson , founder of One Nation, for a wide-ranging and candid conversation. We discuss the tragic death of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about the growing attempts to silence conservative voices. Pauline shares her thoughts on the surge of support for One Nation across Australia, the importance of Aussie pride, and...

What’s really going on with kids in Australia today? In this episode of  The JJ Podcast , Jaimee & Jaimie sit down with psychologist  Clare Rowe  to unpack the challenges facing children, families, and schools. We dive into: The impact of teaching kids about  anxiety The overloaded  national curriculum Screen time and the push for a  social media ban The rise of  gender fluidity  in schools an...

Australia’s energy future is one of the most pressing challenges of our time — and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of  Jaimee & Jaimie , we sit down with journalist and political commentator  Chris Uhlmann  to unpack the realities behind energy policy and the road to net zero. We cover: Net zero : what it is, where it came from, and if it’s achievable The role of  fossil fuels  ...