The Party Room

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Want to know what's really going on in Parliament House? Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas give you the political analysis that matters and explain what it means for you.

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Mike Baird on polarisation and leadership

As governments grapple with social cohesion, what impact is polarisation and partisanship having on on the community — and what qualities do voters actually want to see in political leaders? Mike Baird, Former Premier of NSW and CEO of the Susan McKinnon Foundation joins Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. Got a burning question? Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

19 min
HACE 3 DÍAS

A 'messy week' in parliament

As the Albanese Government tries to ram its jam-packed agenda through parliament, speculation is mounting it could be the final sitting fortnight not just of the year — but before the election. It comes as Peter Dutton is squaring up for a fight on migration, refusing to support Labor's proposed international student caps, which he's labelled "a dogs breakfast". Anna Henderson, SBS Chief Political Correspondent joins Patricia Karvelas and Tom Crowley on The Party Room. Got a burning question? Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

29 min
14 NOV

Is Peter Dutton going 'full Trump'?

A week on from Donald Trump's US election victory, remnants of his strategy seem to be trickling into the Opposition Leader's campaign. It comes as questions mount about Kevin Rudd's ambassadorship after a senior Trump aide made headlines with a GIF.

35 min
7 NOV

What a Trump Presidency means for Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US election. But where did Kamala Harris' campaign go wrong - and what what will Trump's return to the White House mean for Australia? And under the shadow of the US election, the Prime Minister seemingly soft launched Labor's election campaign. Pledging to wipe 20 per cent off the student debt of 3 million. But will the policy win back young voters? Nick Bryant, former US correspondent for the BBC and author of The Forever War: America’s Unending Conflict With Itself joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a question on the US election? Or its implication for Australia? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

38 min
6 NOV

Is Trump winning the US election?

While there's a long way to go, early US election results show Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump appears to have the lead over Democrat Presidential candidate Kamala Harris in the Electoral College count. Trump has won the battleground swing state of North Carolina, while other swing states are leaning Republican. So, what emerging trends are we seeing - did the "bros" get off the couch and vote? And what role has the economy played in swaying votes? David Lipson, ABC Political Editor and former US correspondent joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a question on the US election? Or its implication for Australia? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

23 min
4 NOV

Has Kamala Harris pulled ahead?

The US election race is still too close to call, but a shock new poll suggests Democrat candidate Kamala Harris will win Iowa - which was previously considered a safe Republican seat. And as women outpace men in early voting, the Democrats are hoping the voting gender gap could see Kamala Harris get over the line. But will the "bro vote" that Republican candidate Donald Trump has been cultivating come out in force on polling day? Nick Bryant, former US correspondent for the BBC and author of The Forever War: America’s Unending Conflict With Itself joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a question on the US election? Or its implication for Australia? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

28 min
31 OCT

'Upgrade Albo' saga puts focus on politicians' perks

Amid mounting pressure from the Opposition, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out directly requesting upgrades for personal flights from then Qantas boss Alan Joyce - or anyone at the airline. But despite the statement, which came a full six days after the allegations, the Prime Minister is still set to face significant scrutiny when Parliament returns. David Crowe, Chief Political Correspondent for the SMH and the Age joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

35 min
28 OCT

What the Queensland election means for Anthony Albanese

Labor has been swept from power in Queensland, where the LNP's David Crisafulli will become the state's 41st Premier. And while state issues featured strongly in the campaign, the outcome has big federal ramifications for Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton, and Adam Bandt. Madura McCormack joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

29 min

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The “Fran and Patricia” podcast is great.

6 jun

CN Oz

This is one of my favourite 30 or so minutes each week. I feel like they cut to the chase on what is really happening inside the Canberra bubble and they always have an interesting guest to add to the conversation. I’ve also hoped for a YouTube version to see what they’re really drinking when the glasses clink. Cheers to that!
I grateful for these ladies!

18/07/2022

Vietnamesenorseman

I live in America and these ladies have done so much to help educate me on the finer workings of the Australian government and politics. I feel like I have two close friends whispering in my ears each week about what is driving Australian news, politics and government. Thank you ladies!
Love from the States

24/02/2020

TJ in CTown

I’m an American who wishes our political media could do a show like this. Love ya Fran and PK!
Absolutely phenomenal!

31/03/2019

Camden Raynor

This has quickly become one of my favorite podcasts! When I started listening, I was just an interested American looking to escape our political problems and learn more about Australia. I honestly feel like I now have a halfway decent understanding of the ALP/Coalition dynamic - I can’t wait to be following along with the election with Fran and PK!

Want to know what's really going on in Parliament House? Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas give you the political analysis that matters and explain what it means for you.