Unnatural Selection: Deeply Unqualified Australian & American Political Comedy

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   FBI Director Chris Wray to resign following Trump nomination of Patel. 'Large numbers' of Americans' data stolen in 'worst telecom hack' in country's history, says US officials. Luigi Mangione's UnitedHealthcare link refuted after Brian Thompson's death. Syria's future must be determined by Syrians, not outside powers. Rupert...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Syrian rebels say Bashar al-Assad has fled Damascus and claim to have captured capital. South Korea's president lifts martial law in the face of united opposition. Commonwealth Bank unveils account changes that will charge customers $3 'withdrawal fee'. Commonwealth Bank pauses plans to charge customers $3 fee to withdraw cas...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire. Israel says it struck Hezbollah weapons smuggling sites along Syria-Lebanon border. Legislation passes to wipe $3 billion of student debt for 3 million Australians. Sweden seeks clarity from China about suspected sabotage of undersea cables. Alan Jones charged with two further offences against a nint...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump's choice for US attorney-general, Matt Gaetz, withdraws from consideration. Former Brazilian president indicted over alleged coup plot. Pro-Bolsonaro protesters storm Brazil's Congress (2023). Bolsonaro: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) How Jair Bolsonaro brought the far-right to power in Brazil. US authori...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Tracking Trump's Cabinet and Staff Nominations. Why Did Mike Tyson Go to Prison? A Look at the Boxer's 1992 Rape Conviction. Republicans baffled after Trump picks 'reckless' Gaetz for attorney general. Donald Trump picks Elon Musk for new cost-cutting role. Donald Trump says Kamala Harris cared more for trans rights than stru...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump beats Kamala Harris to win Arizona, final state to be called in US presidential election. Trump's Proposed Tariffs Will Hit Gamers Hard. As Donald Trump won the election, his far-right supremacist supporters sparked a wave of misogynistic abuse. Elon Musk reportedly makes surprise appearance on Trump-Zelenskyy call...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: 538 How Donald Trump in a rubbish truck came to sum up the 2024 US election campaign. Trump says he is the 'opposite of a Nazi' after claims of fascism. RFK Jr., a vaccine skeptic, could be set to lead a Trump administration's efforts to battle 'childhood chronic disease'. How the ATO protects billionaires like Chris Ellison. B...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Indigenous Australian senator defends heckling King. NT's CLP government passes legislation to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 12 to 10, in first week of parliament. North Korean troops are joining Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's what we know. Russia's Putin welcomes world leaders for three-day BRICS summit. Gmail...

Trump campaign worked with Musk's X to keep leaked JD Vance file off platform. Trump dances for 40 minutes during campaign rally: 'Let's listen to music'. NSW government to scrap restrictions for hospitality venues, introduce measures to deter noise complaints from nearby residents. Victorian government to rezone affluent areas in bid to attract 'locked out' young people to 50 suburbs. Yahya Sinwa...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: As Milton misinformation swells, some Republicans try to course correct. 'It's mindblowing': US meteorologists face death threats as hurricane conspiracies surge. Deputy PM's chief of staff claims she was driven out of her job after raising a bullying complaint. Kremlin confirms reports Donald Trump sent Vladimir Putin Covid te...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Elon Musk to join Trump for rally at site of first assassination attempt. Couple in a severe Uber crash can't sue because of an Uber Eats order. Peter Dutton calls for Iranian ambassador to be expelled after tweet praising slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Corruption watchdog conducts raid at Parliament House in relation...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Treasurer Jim Chalmers concedes he asked Treasury for negative gearing modelling. What's really going on with negative gearing? Here are four paths for change. Eric Adams charged with taking bribes and foreign campaign contributions. Benjamin Netanyahu tells United Nations General Assembly there is 'no place' in the Middle East...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Pager and walkie-talkie attacks on Hezbollah were audacious and carefully planned. The Dollop Podcast Ep 650- James Donald Vance - Part One. Harris leads Trump in Pennsylvania, Michigan, with tighter race in Wisconsin: Poll. Trump recounts apparent assassination attempt as new details emerge. Federal Reserve cuts US interest ra...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Six highlights from Harris-Trump debate. The Taylor Swift effect is small but may just swing it for Kamala Harris. Up to 100 anti-war protesters injured outside Melbourne weapons expo, advocates say, as police accused of 'riot-type' response. Why is Labor trying to reform the RBA and why is Peter Dutton opposing the changes? RB...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Once unthinkable, gas giant Australia is set to import supplies for the first time. Former CFMEU heads launch high court challenge over forced administration. Senator David Pocock creates AI deepfakes of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton to call for ban ahead of election. Brittany Higgins' claim not workplace sexual harassment,...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The right to disconnect has started, giving Australians legal cover to stop responding to emails and calls after hours. Authorities extend detention of Telegram app founder Pavel Durov after Paris arrest. What is Telegram and why has its founder Pavel Durov been arrested? How Telegram's Founder Pavel Durov Became a Culture War...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Georgia Roll Call ft. Lil Jon at the 2024 Democratic National Convention | DNC Day 2. Highlights from Michelle Obama's speech at the 2024 DNC. Who Is Favored To Win The 2024 Presidential Election? Rose only fled Gaza after her pharmacy was bombed. Dutton says she shouldn't have come. Labor and Albanese's slide continues in Re...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Elon Musk claims 'massive DDOS attack' on X during Donald Trump interview. Beijing-based 'Green Cicada' AI network uncovered on social media, fears of US election disruption. Trump: It's 'not appropriate' for me to talk about that. 'I guess we all look alike': Trump accused of mixing up Black politicians in helicopter story. 'S...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Republicans Line Up To Endorse Kamala Harris. Kamala Harris names Tim Walz as her vice-presidential running mate for 2024 US election. Walz says he can't wait to debate Vance, makes couch joke. Who's ahead in the national polls? Former Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce's multi-million-dollar payout reduced by almost $10 million...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Former Pres. Donald Trump speaks at NABJ convention in Chicago. Hear what Trump said about Harris at convention for Black journalists. Project 2025 director ends work on plan for Donald Trump presidency after continued attack from Democrats. Rupert Murdoch goes to war with his children over his media empire. Cyber ransom paymen...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Joe Biden gives Oval Office address on his withdrawal from 2024 US presidential election. Harris gets another poll showing a tightening race against Trump. Kamala Harris Launches Her Campaign for President. Harris donations top $100m after Biden's exit from presidential race. Harris campaign welcomes 'Haley Voters for Harris' a...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: One small update brought down millions of IT systems around the world. It's a timely warning. Health department records show some pathology companies rorted Medicare during COVID pandemic, expert says. CFMEU could be deregistered 'if that's what needs to be done' after allegations, minister says. Alleged crime links and the CFM...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump rushed off stage, audience member dead after shots fired at rally in Pennsylvania. Democrats appear torn over Biden as concerns whether he can win deepen. Hollywood's Democratic donors turn away from Biden. What we know about Kira and Igor Korolev, two Russian-born Australian citizens charged with spying offences....

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Biden Plummets in Leaked Democratic Polling Memo, Puck Says. 'First black woman': Biden's horror interview. The supreme court's presidential immunity ruling mocks the rule of law. Amazon wins contract to store 'top-secret' Australian military intelligence. Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann committed to stand trial on rape c...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Biden's poor performance and Trump's lies: four key takeaways from the debate. How the deal to free Julian Assange was agreed. Tories 'highly alarmed' by network of pro-Russian Facebook pages interfering in UK election. JK Rowling agrees to meeting with Labour about gender transition policy. Government waters down vaping ban...