Episode 441 – AUKUS Doubts and Keating's China Perspective

The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove

In this episode, the hosts delve into a range of current affairs including US politics, Australian domestic issues, and international relations. Discussion topics include Peter Dutton's political strategies likened to Trump, the controversial AUKUS agreement, and Paul Keating's critical views on Australia's geopolitical stance with China. The episode also touches on the lack of robust local content in Australian news, the surprising slip-ups by New South Wales Liberals, and the complexity of the Bangladesh leadership change. Throughout, the hosts debate the impacts of military alliances and the media's portrayal of international events.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:25 Discussion on US and Australian Politics

01:50 Dutton's Policies and Criticisms

03:42 AUKUS Agreement and Nuclear Power Debate

04:03 Gambling Advertising and ALP's Stance

07:52 Teal Candidates and Political Shifts

09:01 Chat Room Interaction and Movie Discussions

27:27 Force Posture Agreement and US-Australia Relations

38:51 Military Targets in Australia

39:23 Paul Keating's Interview on 7.30 Report

41:09 China's Military Spending

44:34 Australia's Defense Capabilities

49:27 The Great Emu War

57:48 Bangladesh's Political Situation

01:09:44 Trump's Electric Vehicle Stance

01:14:17 Conclusion and Farewell

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