Jo Dyer and Dave Milner

The Shot Podcast

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A weekly podcast about Australian politics, power and corruption. Each week Jo Dyer and Dave Milner probe the myths and half-truths pushed by those in power. Sometimes profound, occasionally profane, The Shot podcast is always entertaining. If you want a didactic account of power and politics in Australia, download something else. But if you want robust, honest and witty engagement with the big issues, The Shot podcast will be right up your alley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author

Jo Dyer and Dave Milner

Category

News

Podcast website

theshot.net.au

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

Dave is Back! 27.09.2024

Dave is back behind the microphone, joining Jo and Ronni to discuss the shrinking prime ministership of Anthony Albanese and echo the title of Ronni’s latest article for the Shot: “What was it all for, Anthony?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No Care, No Responsibility 13.09.2024

On the day we learned that no-one would be punished or be otherwise held accountable for the Robodebt catastrophe, Jo is joined by Anthony Klan, Founder and Editor of The Klaxon, to discuss the Klaxon’s ongoing series into the National Anti-Corruption Commission: its mishandling of the Royal Commission’s referrals, its counter-intuitive lack of transparency and the “recusal” that wasn’t. Hosted on...

Breaking Worse 26.08.2024

Jo and Ronni stage a Shot takeover to discuss the collapse of brainworm-infested RFK Jr’s US presidential campaign and the apparently-not-brainworm-infested Linda Reynolds' inexplicable campaign of cruelty against rape survivor Brittany Higgins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paltering, Poison and Profit 15.08.2024

As Dave’s European sojourn continues, Jo chats to Royce Kurmelovs about his excellent new book,  Slick: Australia’s Toxic Relationship with Big Oil,  an entertaining and enraging look at how the extractive industries plotted to keep mining and polluting even as they knew of their disastrous consequences. A fascinating and forensic account of Big Oil’s successful strategy to run down...

Heed History’s Warning 09.08.2024

With Dave swanning around Europe, Jo interviews Dennis Glover on his   cri de coeur  Repeat: A Warning from History  in which he argues the 20s and 30s have returned and draws scarifying analogies between Hitler and Stalin and Trump and Putin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Engine of Privilege 25.07.2024

Jo and Dave are joined by Myra and Clive Hamilton to discuss their book FOR THE FEW, a damning exposé of elite privilege and the central role of private schools in perpetuating it. And all hail Kamala! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things are getting weird! 19.07.2024

Dave and Ronni rant about "virtue signalling" versus effective political protest, Penny Wong's "deep concern" about Gaza, the Republican National Convention starring Hulk Hogan and other assorted weirdos, and the suspiciously unhelpful anti-corruption commission Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ANDREW FOWLER -- Nuked: The submarine fiasco that sank Australia’s sovereignty 03.07.2024

Jo and Dave are joined by Andrew Fowler to discuss the disaster that is AUKUS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian Assange is free 26.06.2024

Dave and Ronni discuss the end of Julian Assange's 14 years in captivity, the uselessness of the National Anti Corruption Commission, and all matters truth and transparency.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's not Aniti-Semitic to want this to stop 06.06.2024

David Milner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's not anti-semitic to oppose genocide 06.06.2024

The Shot Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ABC of Craven Capitulation 04.06.2024

By Jo Dyer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I met racist who wasn't there... 31.05.2024

Laura Tingle has been flayed alive for suggesting that Australia is a racist country. But, writes Michael Bradley, we are being played for suckers, we know it, and yet we can’t resist the lure. A reading of piece published in The Shot on Friday, 31st May 2024. Read by Michael Bradley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BRIGGS: Google That Voice Thing 12.10.2023

With the referendum day almost upon us, it's time to bring out the big guns. Charles Firth and Dom Knight interviewed Briggs on The Chaser Report on his efforts through the campaign, his hilarious yet sincere sketch on having conversations with No voters, and just how good it will be for the Voice to get up for everyone. Vote Yes. Share this with someone who isn't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

The Slaughterous Legacy Of Rupert Murdoch 24.09.2023

The Shot Pod is back!!! To celebrate the stepping down of Dave Milner's greatest foe, Rupert Murdoch, the entire team have reunited to celebrate. Joining Dave is Grace Tame, Jo Dyer, and Charles Firth, as they unpack what the legacy of Murdoch will be, and how long his empire will last without his rule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THOMAS MAYO - Just Say Yes 13.08.2023

Very special guest Thomas Mayo joins Jo Dyer, Dave Milner, and Charles Firth on The Shot Podcast to talk about the Voice Referendum, what the Voice really is, and why it's so important to get everyone you know to #VoteYes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WALTER MARSH - Young Rupert, The Making of the Murdoch Empire 02.08.2023

Author and journalist Walter Marsh joins Jo Dyer, Charles Firth, and Grace Tame to talk about his new book on our favourite topic: Rupert Murdoch. What is the origin story of the greatest villain to democracy? More information on Walter's book can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RONNI SALT - Dudded: Peter Dutton in No-man’s land 27.07.2023

Ronni Salt joins Jo Dyer, Dave Milner, and Charles Firth to talk about her latest piece for The Shot which you can read here . Is Peter Dutton going to be the next PM, or will he forever be the monster we know him to be. Meanwhile Dave and Ronni bring their perspective on Twitter's rebranding, and answer why some people would still stay on the platform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

How Morrison GASLIT Australia With Robodebt 13.07.2023

This week Jo Dyer, Dave Milner, Grace Tame, and Charles Firth review the findings from the royal commission into Robodebt. Ever wondered why ministers like Scott Morrison thought they could get away with it? Listen and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GIDEON HAIGH - The Spirit of 'Bazball' 06.07.2023

Journalist and cricket-guru Gideon Haigh joins Jo Dyer and Charles Firth to unpack the tension between Australia and England caused by the Jonny Bairstow stumping. Gideon explains the spirit and history of English cricket, defines 'Bazball', and shares what it's like in the Long Room at Lord's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unravelling the web of Epstein | The disappointing failure of the 'Yes' campaign ft. John Delmenico 28.06.2023

John Delmenico joins Jo, Charles, and Grace to bring the breakdown of his latest Shot article which can be found here . Plus Grace Tame reports on the result of the court case that has lead to JP Morgan's paying out the victims of Epstein $290million. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Israel Exports the Technology of Occupation Around the World | Antony Loewenstein 21.06.2023

Antony Loewenstein joins Jo Dyer and Grace Tame to talk about the insides of his new book, The Palestine Laboratory: How Israel Exports the Technology of Occupation Around the World. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canberra is an Ethical Toilet | SHORT SHOT 18.06.2023

Charles, Dave, and Grace recorded an episode so spicy we couldn't release all of it, so here's the SHORT SHOT! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

READING: The Poison in Australia's Bloodstream 13.06.2023

Dave Milner reading his article for The Shot 'The Poison In Australia's Bloodstream' first published June 2nd, 2023. Read the full article online at https://theshot.net.au/general-news/the-poison-in-australias-bloodstream/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MILNER: The poison in Australia’s bloodstream 07.06.2023

Dave Milner shares the thoughts behind his latest piece " The poison in Australia’s bloodstream " which you can read here ! Plus he, Jo Dyer, and Grace Tame unpack how the Vote Yes campaign can most effectively go forward, and what people from all diverse backgrounds can do to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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