Unnatural Selection: Deeply Unqualified Australian & American Political Comedy

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran unleashes a plot against the West years in the making. Donald Trump drew backlash on Sunday for suggesting US efforts to protect the strait of Hormuz were unnecessary. Trump: “No, I’m not putting troops anywhere. If I were, I certainly wouldn’t tell you…The DOW just hit 50,000. Donald Trump calls N...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Iran, not the US, currently has the strategic upper hand. Pentagon Tells Congress First Week of Iran War Cost More Than $11.3 Billion. US sending additional Marines, ships to Mideast: reports. What is Iran's Kharg Island used for and why has the US attacked it? Political risks of war against Iran go beyond the petrol pump. Matt...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The final voyage of the Iranian warship sunk by the US. Iranian strikes on Amazon data centers highlight industry’s vulnerability to physical disasters. Canadian PM Mark Carney offers to team up with Australia as ‘strategic cousins’ to push back against dominant superpowers US troops were told war on Iran was ‘all part of God’s...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US-Israel war on Iran: supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed, Iranian state media confirm – latest reports. Trump’s full speech on Iran’s attack. US justice department accused of withholding Trump-related Epstein files. Trump, seeking executive power over elections, is urged to declare emergency. Netflix drops Warner Bro...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Former prince Andrew's arrest: King's brother released after questioning — as it happened. She took on Britain's Palestine Action ban. Then she won. Tracking the US military build-up ahead of possible Iran attack Trump vows to resurrect global tariffs after Supreme Court strikes them down. Trump announces new 10% global tariffs...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Federal politics: Senior Liberal says party at 'change or die' moment ahead of vote on leadership tomorrow. Sussan Ley to quit politics after being deposed as Liberal leader, triggering contentious byelection. What we know (and don't) about One Nation's rapid rise in the polls. Protesters were punched, pushed, and arrested but...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Exclusive: ICE's Secret Watchlists of Americans. ICE Making List of Anyone Who Films Them. Trump says federal government should 'take over' state elections Trump's NSPM-7 Labels Common Beliefs As Terrorism "Indicators". Trump Had Unusual Call With F.B.I. Agents After Election Center Search. Trump is very tough on the waters. JD...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Canada's Mark Carney says "middle powers must act together" in speech at Davos FBI seizes Georgia ballots as Trump pursues 2020 election grievance. Minnesota, other states reject Trump administration requests for private voter information. Tony Abbott intervenes in Liberal leadership battle calling on right to unite to oust S...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump regime has lost the plot. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem held a press conference filled with horrifying propaganda in which she lied about Alex Pretti, the man murdered in Minneapolis today by ICE. Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis by federal agents: what we know so far. ICE officers detain five-year-old Minnesota boy as he a...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Neo-Nazi group National Socialist Network says it will disband due to proposed hate speech laws. Criminalising racist hatred is a big step, but it will neither end free speech nor 'fix' racism in Australia. Coalition asks Albanese for the grace he was not afforded in the wake of Bondi attack. Liberal Party election autopsy dela...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis. Noem vs Reality ICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump's latest immigration operation. Vance: Renee Good's death 'a tragedy of her own making' US border agent shoots and wounds two people in Portland, police say. Footage sh...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump says US forces have 'captured' Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro — as it happened . From Richer to Poorer: Venezuela's Economic Tragedy Visualized. WATCH LIVE: Trump holds news conference after announcing U.S. has captured Venezuelan leader Maduro. A predawn op in Latin America? The US has been here before, but the...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Former senior police officers detail why Bondi Beach terror incident was so difficult to defend. Antisemitic incidents across Australia since 2023 – timeline. The special envoy's report doesn't hold all the answers for defeating antisemitism. Senior figures from the Australian Israel lobby openly argued for restricting protest...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Australia's social media ban for under-16s starts today. Here is what you should know. Brittany Higgins declared bankrupt amid Linda Reynolds court saga. Linda Reynolds' lawyer says Brittany Higgins claims she's broke, hasn't paid 'a cent' to defamation case debt. Donald Trump fails to secure ceasefire between Thailand and Camb...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Pete Hegseth defends second US strike on alleged Venezuelan drug boat. Trump says airspace above and surrounding Venezuela to be closed in its entirety. A Timeline of the US Military's Buildup Near Venezuela and Attacks on Alleged Drug Boats. Trump's New Security Strategy Described as 'Far Right Pamphlet'. 'Unauthorized' Edit t...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump Collectively Punishes Afghan Community After Wednesday Shooting. President Trump Delivers Remarks Following National Guard Shooting | Full Address. Donald Trump says America will pause all migration from 'Third World countries'. What can we learn from RFK Jr's 'erotic poetry'? That Americans need to get better at enjoying...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Donald Trump praises Zohran Mamdani after cordial White House meeting. Trump 'OK' with Mamdani calling him a fascist. High-profile Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after fallout with Donald Trump. What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war. States launch coordinated attack on federal handli...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Jeffrey Epstein emails: Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew and more. BREAKING: Oversight Dems have received new emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate that raise serious questions about Donald Trump and his knowledge of Epstein's horrific crimes. Vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files set to go ahead as US government shut...

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On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump and Xi prove they aren't just great rivals but politicians fighting for survival back home. Trump says he's ordered Pentagon to 'prepare for possible action' in Nigeria. Nationals ditch net zero support in party platform. 8 in 10 Australians are concerned about climate change with a clear public expectation of Government...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: East Wing of White House reduced to rubble as part of Trump's ballroom construction. Top House Democrats accuse Trump of illegal scheme to pilfer $230m in taxpayer money. Trump reacts to report that he's seeking $230M from DOJ over past cases. When Donald Trump was ready to take his pound of flesh, Kevin Rudd was here to help....

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:   Barnaby Joyce will not recontest New England seat at next election. Why has support for One Nation surged since the federal election, and will it last? Trump to welcome Argentina's President Milei as US extends $20 billion lifeline. The IMF reaches a deal with troubled Argentina on a $20 billion bailout. As Americans white-kn...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Israeli government approves phase one of Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. MTG: "They're not Hamas. They're literally women and children." Senate still deadlocked over shutdown as Trump reiterates threat to Democrats. Trump considers Ghislaine Maxwell pardon for some reason? RFK falsely links circumcision to autism.  US immigrat...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The government has shut down. Federal workers are gearing up for mass firings. Donald Trump tells Israel to stop bombing Gaza, says Hamas is ready for peace. Donald Trump will send troops to 'war-ravaged' Portland, in latest deployment to US cities. Why it was so deeply weird to see Trump amplify 'medbed' pseudoscience. "Medbed...

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: From Donald Trump's speech to Erika Kirk's forgiveness: What you missed at the Charlie Kirk memorial. Tucker Carlson's Full Speech at Charlie Kirk's Memorial. BREAKING: Australian PM Anthony Albanese Delivers Remarks On Recognition Of Palestine At The UN. Ley writes to Republicans vowing to revoke Palestine recognition ahead of...