Our Experts Have Observed

2025 is over, and summer is just around the corner! With this episode, we want to take a moment and look back at everything that happened at the ANU in 2025: the events and processes, the highs and the lows. *Content warning: This episode touches on sensitive topics, including bullying, sexualization, miscarriage, and suicidal thoughts. Please listen with care. What we will be talking about: Febru...

This time, Mac and Katharina unpack the week nine news for you: ANU removes one-to-one performance teaching from Bachelor of Music, independent candidate Malakai King is the new ANUSA General Secretary, and students protest nationwide after the interception of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla. * This episode is hosted by Mac Watkins and Katharina Graf, produced by Katharina Graf. All opinions expressed i...

Our first SPECIAL EPISODE! Content warning: This episode touches on sensitive topics, including bullying, sexualization, miscarriage, and suicidal thoughts. Please listen with care. We are talking about: The Rise and Fall of Genevieve Bell. Who is Bell and how did she rise to the position as VC of the ANU? Why did she stumble? And what does her "fall" mean for herself and the university?...

This week we are talking about Bell's resignation, how it came about and what it means for the university. We then discuss the cease order issued for staff in ANU CASS, due to concerns about mental health deterioration and other psychological hazards. At the end we talk about ANU's Student Disciplinary Framework being reviewed, as only very few reports about sexual violence are proceeded,...

After a long break, Our Experts Have Observed is back – with the same beloved quality, but wrapped in a fresh new look. New hosts, new formats, new guests. Stay tuned! But for our very first episode, we’re kicking things off just the way we know and love: with a news episode featuring our familiar podcast hosts, Mac and Saffron.  So what was on in week 5? The ANU paused forced redundancies until t...

Saffron is back! And as the ANUSA student politics election comes to a close, Ryan and Saffron discuss how the ANU has been struggling with $400 million deficits since 2020, and in turn has released a broader restructuring plan in an attempt to save $250 million by 2025. Ryan and Saffron then discuss how ANU has dropped in ranking, and to wrap it all up, Saffron shares how her time in the catering...

Mac and Ryan return for another episode to discuss all the new changes that have occurred at ANU recently. They discuss an alleged incident that occurred at a Sutton Forest bush doof on the 29th of September where multiple robberies and assaults occurred. Mac and Ryan then discuss the new parking changes and increase in rates, as well as the return of the Daley Road bus. And, of course, Ryan expla...

It's the final week of Semester 1, and as we race into exam season, Ryan and Mac have plenty to discuss. Mac delves into the recent red alert at the CanTEST drug checking clinic, whilst Ryan reveals his mid-semester plans (another Euro Summer, of course)! Produced by Will Novak. All opinions expressed in the podcast by hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of the ANU Observer.

It’s Week 9 and Mac and Ryan are here with the weekly news rundown. They discuss Chartwells' and ANU's new campaign to reduce food waste in residential halls. With the recent pro-Palestine protest encampment in Kambri, Ryan and Mac also touch on the current situation and provide an update on the student protests. And to wrap up this weeks episode, Mac shares how her Texan adventure went an...

This week, Mac and Ryan are back from break and have lots to share: how beloved vice-chancellor, Julie Bishop, is now working for the United Nations, as well as an update on the September campus stabbing incident (content warning). Plus, Mac has some personal news to share that sparks many questions… Produced by Will Novak. All opinions expressed in the podcast by hosts are theirs alone and do not...

It’s Week 5 and that means Mac & Ryan are back and ready to rumble. With a protest against Penny Wong occurring in the heart of Kambri against her decision to cut funding for UNRWA and an ANU chemist receiving a Snow Fellowship for antimicrobial resistance and cancer, there's lots to discuss. Ryan tells all about his day at the races, whilst Mac speculates about the state of ANU. Produced...

With a busy week underway, Mac and Ryan have many new stories to discuss. They talk about the recent letting go of two ANU staff members who have been with the university for decades and also chat about a new vaping article that has brought more light onto a heavily discussed topic. And most importantly, Ryan asks his burning question of the week… Is ANU in its flop era? Produced by Will Novak. Al...

This week, Mac and Ryan are back to talk about ANU's global PhD dancer and his new song that just dropped. They discuss the controversial welcome bags given to new residential students and in an absolutely shocking turn of events, Mac derails the episode by giving her full review of the Eras Tour concert. Thankfully, the Swift Society join her to give her someone to chat to and provide their e...

With Taylor mania coming to an end, Mac and Ryan reflect on their Week 1 adventures. We get the debrief on the new ‘Refer a Rezzy’ program and hear about the hottest new club on campus. Most importantly, Ryan asks the next question of the week…what’s your strategy if the Hunger Games were to be held at ANU? Produced by Will Novak. All opinions expressed in the podcast by hosts are theirs alone and...

Hosted by Mac & Ryan, we are back this week to discuss all things that occured in O Week! This episode brings you an update on the alleged incident that occurred last September, and the steps ANU are taking to ensure it never happens again. Mac & Ryan also have a chat about how their Market Day went, and have a goss about all their trials and tribulations of the day. And Mac asks a VERY im...

Hosted by Ryan & Mac, we are back better than ever for the new year. This episode brings you an update on what you missed at ANU over the summer, and our hosts reveal their market day horror stories. We do a deep dive into lead paint particles being found in university daycares and how ANU has topped a list they didn't want to come first in... Produced by Will Novak. All opinions expressed...

Bear witness to an ANU news game show that quizzes our three hosts on the campus happenings this year, from the projectile aggressions of a certain professor to the robbery to Italy's artifacts - see how you fare against our three 'news veterans'! All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Ryan & Mack, new viral footage of an ANU professor at a Voice campaign has given us much to talk about - if you're brave enough to view it. ANUSA election season comes to a head this week, and the Roman Empire has stayed on the minds of some. All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Mack & Ryan, the descent of a specialist art squad on campus has brought a vase, plate and bust into a scrutinising spotlight. A new portrait to honour our outgoing VC draws similar suspicion from our hosts. All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Saff & Darlene, Schmidt's latest award has us discussing his legacy and whose number he might have in his phone. Saff remembers meeting an unexpected visitor in her juice. All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Darlene & Saff, increases to campus rent slated for 2024 has us revisiting why yearly hikes are seemingly inevitable at ANU. Darlene recounts receiving the letter nobody expected. **Our wonderful other host of this podcast, Ryan, wrote a detailed breakdown of what you need to know about the hedge fund months back. If you're hungry for more detail, find it here: https://anuobserve...

Hosted by Saff & Darlene, a soft launch of the first election ticket has us hoping for surprise candidates to come. Fare evasion has caught up with Saff in the form of a red vest and mini constitution. All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Mack & Ryan, the university’s struggle to control sexual assault on campus is in the spotlight for the sixth year in a row. Someone with a passion against *********** doesn’t hold back in airing out their complaints... All opinions expressed in this podcast by the hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer. If this podcast has raised any concerns for you, or you...

Hosted by Mack & Ryan, last week's staff strike has dominated chatter on campus with more likely to come. Complaints too hot for radio are bleeped to oblivion. All opinions expressed in the podcast by hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.

Hosted by Ryan & Mack, ANU’s global prestige has taken a hit while struggling students have taken a HECS win. Clashes between the university and staff have culminated in talks of strike, and the Wright Hall butter bowl has earned Mack’s ire. All opinions expressed in the podcast by hosts are theirs alone and do not reflect those of ANU Observer.