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Two Aussies and a Pom discuss Australian politics, be it reviewing recent events or discussing certain figures and moments that have shaped Australian political history. Episodes released semi-regularly. Email us: lessavethegg@gmail.com

  1. 21/12/2025

    Episode 55 - Sussan Ley drama, Brad Battin drama, Stadium drama, Damo gets broken

    Hey there Gov-Gen fam! Better late than never, as they say, because the news never stops. In this episode, we cover: Sussan Ley leadership rumblings A discussion on household energy prices Brad Battin loses Vic Lib leadership to Jess Wilson Victoria - adult time for adult crime Protective Services Officers being re-deployed Nazi’s protesting in NSW Asbestos in Canberra schools The stadium in Tasmania A very curious Freedom of Information request + Damo gets broken. Links referenced: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-17/opposition-leader-sussan-ley-guarantees-leadership/106020032 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEYMq4NbNTQ https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/victorian-liberal-mps-choose-jess-wilson-as-new-opposition-leader/ar-AA1QCBh8 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-13/victoria-youth-gang-recruiters-targeted/106003144 https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/victoria-to-raise-age-of-criminal-responsibility-to-12-20230424-p5d2vw.html https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/psos-to-be-redeployed-from-train-stations-in-retail-crime-crackdown-20251115-p5nfna.html https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/psos-to-be-deployed-in-shopping-centres-during-christmas-rush-20251114-p5nfk3.html https://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/courts-law/nsw-opposition-proposes-banning-face-coverings-after-nazi-protest-in-sydney/news-story/83025a0e0a4eeea10863286676daaa0b https://news.sky.com/story/nearly-70-schools-to-close-in-australia-over-fears-of-asbestos-in-play-sand-13471202 https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/andrew_mountbatten_windsor https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/andrew_mountbatten_windsor#outgoing-1972088 ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 40m

  2. 10/11/2025

    "The Dismissal" - 50th Anniversary Recap Special

    What were you doing at 1PM on November 11th, 1975? Chances are you weren't even born, but even if you weren't, the government that was dismissed by Governor-General John Kerr was revolutionary both in its achievements and its downfall. Damo, Clancy and Feeby recap the achievements, the happenings and the downfall of Edward Gough Whitlam and the ALP of the 1970s. ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 27m

  3. 11/10/2025

    Episode 54 - Desi Freeman, Palestine Statehood, Optus Outage & much more

    Welcome back to Let's Save The Governor-General, the only politics podcast that now has to save TWO governors-general! And apologies for the radio silence - there was an issue with the previous episode that prevented it from getting out! In this episode, Clancy, Damo and a recently migrated Phoebe discuss: A brief review of the book Entitled A brief glimpse in to Canadian life Des Freeman shooting of police Australia recognises Palestine state, rebuffs US criticism Optus’ 000 outage Andrew Hastie fighting the Tony Abbott fight Plymouth Brethren Christian Church in the spotlight Freya gets fired (up) AFL grand final Australian-born singer is forced to drop out of Russian song contest Hope you all enoy! Links: https://www.skynews.com.au/breaking-news/search-for-alleged-cop-killer-dezi-freeman-hits-one-month-milestone/news-story/47e410813de970ea709ade224abd3795 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/28/albanese-rules-out-holding-australian-republic-referendum-while-he-is-prime-minister https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/australia-officially-recognises-palestine-shrugging-off-trump-complaints-20250921-p5mwoj.html https://www.theage.com.au/national/optus-failure-newborn-s-death-unlikely-to-be-caused-by-000-outage-police-20250921-p5mwpc.html?instance=2025-09-23-07-05-AEST&jobid=31850981&list_name=3C1D28D0-7E1E-4DC0-9DD3-A961CC5360DB&mbnr=MzA0NDMyNTk&promote_channel=edmail https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/25/future-liberal-leader-or-party-disruptor-andrew-hastie-and-the-rise-of-the-maga-right https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/mr-conviction-what-s-behind-andrew-hastie-s-new-crusade-20250924-p5mxhu.html?instance=2025-09-26-07-22-AEST&jobid=31860178&list_name=3C1D28D0-7E1E-4DC0-9DD3-A961CC5360DB&mbnr=MzA0NDMyNTk&promote_channel=edmail https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-30/plymouth-brethren-deny-coordinated-campaign-support-coalition/105233290 https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/sky-news-orders-review-after-guest-unleashes-anti-islam-rant-wears-bacon-on-air-20250922-p5mwwb.html https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/sky-to-ditch-live-broadcasts-of-freya-fires-up-after-islamophobic-rant-20250923-p5mxan.html?instance=2025-09-24-07-13-AEST&jobid=31854166&list_name=3C1D28D0-7E1E-4DC0-9DD3-A961CC5360DB&mbnr=MzA0NDMyNTk&promote_channel=edmail https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-27/snoop-dogg-afl-grand-final-entertainment-mcg/105819406 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-21/australian-born-singer-drops-out-of-russian-hosted-song-contest/105799020 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-23/andrew-hastie-car-making-coward-muppet-liberals/105808280

    1h 10m

  4. 03/08/2025

    Tasmanian No-Confidence Election Special!

    For whatever reason, the Tasmanian ALP decided to try its hand at a no-confidence motion which passed...which caused the governor of Tasmania, Barbara Baker, to call an election, the 3rd election Tasmanians have had in a couple of years. Our un-roving reporter Clancy was keeping an eye on ABC coverage, while we also discussed news topics: - The Trial of Erin Patterson, and how awful Ch 7 is. - The death of Bradley Murdoch - Albo in China - Mark Latham's unfortunate relationship issues. ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 23m

  5. 22/05/2025

    2025 Federal Election Wrapup/Postmortem

    Well, wouldn't you know it - Albo has romped it home and is one step closer to taking his place in the honoured ranks like Hawkey and Keating! In this episode of :Let's Save The Governor-General", Clancy, Damo and Feeby discuss, dissect and debate the election results and the wider ramifications for both the ALP and the LNP! ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 6m

  6. 28/04/2025

    Episode 53 - Pre-Election Ponderings

    Hey look! It's election time! In this pre-federal election episode, we discuss: - The federal election campaign, including falls, injuries and scratchings - Donald Trump's shadow over the campaign ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 6m

  7. 18/03/2025

    Episode 52 - Cyclone Alfred, Albo's Election Dirt, Panda-Monium, Sydney Nurses

    Oh look! It's Episode 52 of "Let's Save The Governor-General", Austin Ferry's most popular politics podcast....and maybe Chigwell's as well! In this episode, Feeby, Clancy and Damo discuss (not argue, discuss!): - Cyclone Alfred  - Albo changes election date  - Albo announces $8 billion Medicare overhaul  - Dutton announces price-match - Dutton tries his hand at DOGE  - The PM's dirt unit working on Dutton  - Pandamart Pandamonium! - Two antisemitic nurses from NSW  - Armed teen storms plane at Avalon Airport   ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 23m

  8. 25/02/2025

    Episode 51 - Sam Kerr Dustup, Aussie Trump Changeup, Tony Jones Growup?

    Hey there, you awesome people. We are back with our first episode of 2025! And look, I gotta say, we get stuck right into it. Sam Kerr brings out the worst in us, Albo and the housing market bring out the best of us! Just a warning that we do discuss Grace Tame at about the 26:00 mark, for those wish to avoid discussion about her. Topics discussed: 1 - Novak Djokovic/Tony Jones apology 2 - Murdoch settles with Prince Harry, and journalistic ethics 3 - Grace Tame 4 - The ethics of money in journalism and social media being the new media 5 - Aussie Trump! 6 - Albo’s rental payday ----- ———————————— Find us on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/letssavethegg Listen to us on Anchor.FM - https://anchor.fm/letssavethegg/ ———————————— Music by Ukulelvis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtPm4hb04r0 ————————————

    1h 47m
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Two Aussies and a Pom discuss Australian politics, be it reviewing recent events or discussing certain figures and moments that have shaped Australian political history. Episodes released semi-regularly. Email us: lessavethegg@gmail.com

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