Policy 4 People

Why Can't They Just...

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A podcast aimed at delving into Australian politics and policy with a focus on environment, wealth inequality and foreign policy. We try to answer the question why can't they (the government) just solve big issues with simple solutions

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Why can't they just stop new coal and gas and what does real climate action look like? 08.06.2025 43:57

Episode 2 explores the difference between climate slogans and climate policy in the context of the decision by the federal environment minister to extend the life of a large gas project. The episode looks at what impact stopping new fossil fuel projects in Australia would have on global emissions and what meaningful contribution Australia can make to international climate action. Here's the transc...

Pilot episode: why are we doing this? 2025 Australian election and what it means for democracy 25.05.2025 44:51

Why Can't They Just...? is a podcast about policy, politics and getting stuff done. It looks at the difference between a policy and a slogan and examines how things are often harder than they look. This episode takes a look at the 2025 Australian federal election, what Labor's thumping victory means for democracy, the difference between opposition and alternative government, and what actua...