Unnatural Selection: Deeply Unqualified Australian & American Political Comedy

Jorge Tsipos, Tom Heath & Adam Direen
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Welcome to Unnatural Selection, a weekly comedy podcast where the news cycle gets the highly unserious treatment it deserves. Every week, hosts Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath attempt to make sense of the biggest stories in Australian and US politics, delivering fresh, funny, and deeply unqualified takes on current events. From the chaos of Washington to the latest Auspol drama, we break down global news with sharp banter and comedic analysis. If you're looking for a lighter way to survive the weekly headlines without losing your mind, you are in the right place. Visit www.UnnaturalShow.com for more episodes and links. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast

  1. 4d ago

    Andy Burnham PM & Cost of Living Relief | Kisses King Charles' Pudding Hands

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Should you yell at dogs? Experts weigh in after Barnaby Joyce's pooch spray.Donald Trump hits Australian exports to US with new higher trade tariff over claims of ‘forced labour’.Trump ‘jokes’ about running for president again.OpenAI model hacks startup after going rogue during testing.Andy Burnham becomes British PM, provides AUKUS hints in first speech.Nicaragua’s president says country will not hold any more elections. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    Andy Burnham PM & Cost of Living Relief | Kisses King Charles' Pudding Hands

  2. Jul 19

    Ben Shapiro’s Bizarre Brand Sponsorships | The Art of the Tragic Transition

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Watch Ben Shapiro Pivot From Lindsey Graham's Death To Promo Mode In SecondsTrump says these documents prove his false claims of election fraud. Here’s what they really say.LIVE: Trump addresses the nation (full speech)Marco Rubio launches campaign to dismantle international criminal court.Jay Clayton repeatedly refused to answer who won the 2020 presidential election during his Senate confirmation hearing on WednesdayTelstra admits accountability for national outage during Senate inquiry.Moira Deeming ousted as Liberal candidate after apology stand-off.‘Not up for grabs’: Albanese establishes AI office and vows to protect Australian creatives from copyright ‘theft’ Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    Ben Shapiro’s Bizarre Brand Sponsorships | The Art of the Tragic Transition

  3. Jul 12

    Congressional Health Updates | Playing in Prod with Mitch McConnell

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71.Is Mitch McConnell secretly deceased?Reform UK leader Nigel Farage quits as an MP amid donation probe and vows to win by-election.EU says ‘addictive’ features on Instagram and Facebook breach its rules.Exclusive: data reveals pro-Israel bias in ABC coverage since October 7.ABC and SBS reject antisemitism envoy’s call for ‘oversight’ committee to vet Israel coverage.Antisemitism envoy responds to concerns new plan pushes 'inappropriate' definition.Jewish Council Condemns Far-Right Holocaust Minimisation at Advance Australia Conference.Recent years tougher for borrowers than enduring 17pc interest rates, analysis finds.The show must go on: musical theatre cancellations lead to industry calls for urgent government help.Time-keeping technology triggers Telstra nationwide outage. Here's what we know.Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast

    Congressional Health Updates | Playing in Prod with Mitch McConnell

  4. Jul 5

    One Nation's Anti-Abortion Push | Barnaby Joyce and the Vibes-Based Policy Palooza

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: One Nation is campaigning directly to Christians. But will party policies rub against worshippers’ conscience?One Nation’s Anti-Abortion PoliciesAbortion in Australia.How common is sex‑selective abortion in Australia, really?Predicted $27bn wartime windfall for Australian LNG exporters reignites calls for new gas tax.Budget 2026: The missing $16 billion – PRRT vs a 25% gas export taxNeo-fascist group Patriot Front parades Confederate flag in Washington DC on Fourth of July.Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles.Shoshana Zuboff: ‘Surveillance capitalism is an assault on human autonomy’. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    One Nation's Anti-Abortion Push | Barnaby Joyce and the Vibes-Based Policy Palooza

  5. Jun 28

    US Strikes Iran & Strait of Hormuz (again) | We Are Officially in Hell

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US strikes Iran after attack on cargo shipDonald Trump’s blocking of Anthropic is capricious and chaoticSir Keir Starmer says he will resign as prime minister of United Kingdom.Independent MPs launch new Australian centrist party.Australia undergoing historic decline in support for multiculturalism amid rising fear and pessimism, poll findsKey Economic IndicatorsGreens back CGT, negative gearing changes in return for extended NDIS inquiry, end to super loopholeSmall business owners concerned for personal savings amid payday super changes Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    US Strikes Iran & Strait of Hormuz (again) | We Are Officially in Hell

  6. Jun 21

    Hanson at the Press Club | Pauline Gags Her Goons

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’Pauline Hanson says Australia ‘must be monocultural’ in National Press Club speechUS-Iran deal covers Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz and Iran's uranium.Albanese announces ‘generous’ capital gains tax exemptions for small businesses after budget backlash.Iran war updates: US-Iran ceasefire to include Lebanon as Donald Trump says 'let the oil flow' Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    Hanson at the Press Club | Pauline Gags Her Goons

  7. Jun 14

    Conservative Consolidation | The Abbott and Hanson Reunion Tour

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Where Australia ranks as global conflict hits levels unseen since WWII.Richard Marles 'stood up' on AUKUS trip after British counterpart John Healey's shock resignation.Abbott and Hanson's ancient feud is rife with political drama and biblical comeuppance.Cars burn in Belfast, bricks fly in Southampton – and the ubiquitous cry of ‘civil war’ goes up again.Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation.Thousands rally in Albania in largest protest yet against Kushner resort.Statement on the US government directive to suspend access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    Conservative Consolidation | The Abbott and Hanson Reunion Tour

  8. Jun 8

    One Nation's Polling Surge | Barnaby Joyce and Andrew Bolt - the Nightmare Blunt Rotation

    On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Iran war live updates: Israel would not strike without Trump go-ahead, Iran says after US plea for calm.One Nation surges to first on primary votes in two new polls.Barnaby Joyce forced to redo One Nation policy answer after embarrassing blunderGreens warn nuclear submarines deal risks war with China as Albanese says Aukus ‘full-steam ahead’Australia now has access to Anthropic’s Claude Mythos. It may improve cyber safety – but not for everyone.When AI builds itselfHow Farnsy became a figurehead for Australian protesters Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens. Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow

    One Nation's Polling Surge | Barnaby Joyce and Andrew Bolt - the Nightmare Blunt Rotation
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Welcome to Unnatural Selection, a weekly comedy podcast where the news cycle gets the highly unserious treatment it deserves. Every week, hosts Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath attempt to make sense of the biggest stories in Australian and US politics, delivering fresh, funny, and deeply unqualified takes on current events. From the chaos of Washington to the latest Auspol drama, we break down global news with sharp banter and comedic analysis. If you're looking for a lighter way to survive the weekly headlines without losing your mind, you are in the right place. Visit www.UnnaturalShow.com for more episodes and links. Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously. #auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast

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