Let's Save The Governor-General!

In this long-awaited episode, three of Her Majesty's finest subjects discuss the generational change that was the 1996 Australian Federal Election. Some time back, we covered the unloseable election - John Hewson being undone by a birthday cake. Well, more specifically, a question about a birthday cake.  That was 1993, and little did we know that we were about to witness a the beginning of a g...

In the latest episode of Australia's damn funniest podcast ever, the gruesome threesome discuss: - Kyle & Jackie O's on-air implosion and proper workplace etiquette - David Littleproud stepping as Nationals leader, Matt Canavan stepping up. - The war in Iran, and Iranian soccer players being offered visas by Immigration minister Tony Burke. - Accidental Canadians And much more! Links reference...

Hey! It's been a long time coming, and while we've gotten older, we certainly haven't gotten any wiser! In our first episode back, the infamous trio of Damo, Clancy and Feebee discuss: - The Liberal/National party split and reconciliation  - New Liberal party leader - Isaac Herzog protests tests the limits of free speech - Grace Tame, Hugo Lennon,  - Scott Morrison - Islam preachers to...

Hey there Gov-Gen fam! Better late than never, as they say, because the news never stops. In this episode, we cover: Sussan Ley leadership rumblings A discussion on household energy prices Brad Battin loses Vic Lib leadership to Jess Wilson Victoria - adult time for adult crime Protective Services Officers being re-deployed Nazi’s protesting in NSW Asbestos in Canberra schools The stadium in Tasma...

What were you doing at 1PM on November 11th, 1975? Chances are you weren't even born, but even if you weren't, the government that was dismissed by Governor-General John Kerr was revolutionary both in its achievements and its downfall. Damo, Clancy and Feeby recap the achievements, the happenings and the downfall of Edward Gough Whitlam and the ALP of the 1970s. ———————————— Find us on Twi...

Welcome back to Let's Save The Governor-General, the only politics podcast that now has to save TWO governors-general! And apologies for the radio silence - there was an issue with the previous episode that prevented it from getting out! In this episode, Clancy, Damo and a recently migrated Phoebe discuss: A brief review of the book Entitled A brief glimpse in to Canadian life Des Freeman shoo...

For whatever reason, the Tasmanian ALP decided to try its hand at a no-confidence motion which passed...which caused the governor of Tasmania, Barbara Baker, to call an election, the 3rd election Tasmanians have had in a couple of years. Our un-roving reporter Clancy was keeping an eye on ABC coverage, while we also discussed news topics: - The Trial of Erin Patterson, and how awful Ch 7 is. - The...

Well, wouldn't you know it - Albo has romped it home and is one step closer to taking his place in the honoured ranks like Hawkey and Keating! In this episode of :Let's Save The Governor-General", Clancy, Damo and Feeby discuss, dissect and debate the election results and the wider ramifications for both the ALP and the LNP! ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/...

Hey look! It's election time! In this pre-federal election episode, we discuss: - The federal election campaign, including falls, injuries and scratchings - Donald Trump's shadow over the campaign ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor. FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/wat...

Oh look! It's Episode 52 of "Let's Save The Governor-General", Austin Ferry's most popular politics podcast....and maybe Chigwell's as well! In this episode, Feeby, Clancy and Damo discuss (not argue, discuss! ): - Cyclone Alfred  - Albo changes election date  - Albo announces $8 billion Medicare overhaul  - Dutton announces price-match - Dutton tries his hand at DOGE  -...

Hey there, you awesome people. We are back with our first episode of 2025! And look, I gotta say, we get stuck right into it. Sam Kerr brings out the worst in us, Albo and the housing market bring out the best of us! Just a warning that we do discuss Grace Tame at about the 26:00 mark, for those wish to avoid discussion about her. Topics discussed: 1 - Novak Djokovic/Tony Jones apology 2 - Murdoch...

Oh look! The first episode of 2025 is a look back at 2024! The first half looks at: - Jewish synagogue firebombed in Melbourne - Australian Teenagers die in Laos from methanol poisoning - John Pesutto loses Moira Deeming defamation case - Kristian White guilty of manslaughter Our 2024 wrap-up looks at: - The Bruce Lehrmann judgement - Nemesis, and who didn't want to be on Nemesis - Raygun at the O...

Welcome one and welcome all, it's the three-ring circus that is "Let's Save The Governor-General!" with Damo, Clancy and Feeby! In this issue, the three most annoying amatuer political commentators discuss: - Fatima Payman's "Australia's Voice" Party - October 7th protests and vigils - Alan Yazbek facing repercussions - Nazi's in tiny towns - Liz Truss visits Australia's Parliament - Albo's Touret...

It's Episode 49 of the most amateurish podcast with three talking heads, two of them down south, one up north. In this episode, we discuss: - Social media bans for teenagers - The union clean-up man quits! - Richard Marles strips medals from Afghanistan vets - Ben Roberts-Smith parties without a care in the world - Aged care reforms! Enjoy! ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.c...

Episode 48 of Tasmania's favourite political podcast sees Damo argue with Phoebe and Clancy about: - Victoria raising the age of criminal responsibility, but not as promised, and the youth crime problem - Kouta goes for Melbourne's top job, with a bunch of interesting mates! - Peter Dutton raises Zali Steggall's hackles, and Palestinian visas. - The Palestine conflict in Australia And...

What were you doing August 6th 1974? Well, you may not remember, but for 187 of our best and brightest, they were smushed into the House of Representatives of Parliament House to have a mass-debate about 6 Bills that just would not go any further! Relive the history as Clancy, Feebee and Damo discuss what really was a monumental occasion! ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com...

It's been a while, but we have a special double-episode for your listening delight! Damo, Clancy and Feeby have had technical issues, but they're finally resolved so we're giving you three hours of head-scratching discussions. Discussion points of Episode 46: - Laura Tingle and her comments about Australia being racist. - ABC bias - Is Peter Dutton racist? - Clancy agrees with Damo...f...

It's a belated Mother's Day episode two weeks after Mother's Day. The three Musketeers, Damo, Clance and Feebs discuss: - Domestic violence and men killing women. - Palestine protests on campus - Arj Barker kicks a baby out! - Plus more! ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor. FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— M...

**CONTENT WARNING** 28th April 1996 sees the beginning one of the darkest incidents in Australian history - Martin Bryant, in possession of a number of firearms, fatally shoots 35 people and wounds 23 in and around the historic tourist attraction, Port Arthur, about an hour away from Hobart in Tasmania's far south-east, with the perpetrator being captured the next day, April 29th, after a shoo...

Topics discussed: - The Bruce Lehrmann Trial - Israel-Palestine Conflict - Les Twentyman passes - Refugee shenanigans

In an Easter-ish episode, the three most amatuer analysts this side of ABC's Insiders discuss: - The Tasmanian 2024 Election - Danielle Woordward's drink-driving - $43K in ComCar trips for one lucky individual - The Exclusive Brethren being raided by the ATO - Infighting at the Freemasons - Massive berries ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg⁠ Listen t...

Topics covered: - The Four Corners investigation into the Coles/Woolworths Duopoloy - The killing of Jessie Baird and Luke Davies, impending charges against Beau Lamarre-Condon, the Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras response. - ASIO reveals a former Australian politician was working for a foreign intelligence agency. - The Dunkley-byelection, and a brief discussion on border policy. - Derryn Hinch'...

Back in 1993, Australia (coming off of a recession) had a federal election - the incumbent Labor Party led by Paul Keating were staving off a challenge from the resurgent Liberal Party led by Dr. John Hewson. Dr. John Hewson, former RBA economist and director of Macquarie Bank, effectively had one hand on the keys to Kirribilli - until a question about a birthday cake undid his good efforts. In th...

We're back! Damo, Feeby and Clan-C are back on the horse to discuss: - 'Nemesis' and who we would have served under - Barnaby Joyce's run-in with a footpath - ScoMo finally buggers off...we mean, resigns from Parliament - The NZYQ High Court Decision fall-out - Refugees reach the mainland - Tasmania's upoming election - Asbestos in the Sydney streets - And more!

Join Damo, Phoebe and Clancy as they recap: - Usman Khawaja's cricket protest - Annastacia Palaczuk resigns as QLD Premier - Adelaide doctor killed in home invasion - Local government shenanigans Then we wrap up the year that was 2023! - King Charles III's coronation! - Ben Roberts-Smith loses his defamation suit. - Bruce Lehrmann tries a defamation suit - Politicians resigning - Clare Now...