Episode 488 - A Time of Monsters

This episode features a wide-ranging discussion on global and political issues. The hosts review Australian public opinion on climate change, the declining societal morals as argued by historian Ruter Bregman, and the controversial award of a peace prize to Donald Trump by FIFA. They delve into Australia’s gas policies, the financial impact of holding onto technology, and Trump's harsh stance on Venezuela. Critiques of the U.S. military actions and reflections on the state of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) are also discussed. The episode closes with insights on the enduring conflict in Ukraine and its wider implications.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

01:06 Climate Change Polling Insights

06:53 Political Reactions and Opinions

10:28 Barnaby Joyce's Political Moves

14:36 E-Bikes and Public Safety Concerns

23:14 Rutger Bregman and Societal Critiques

36:11 FIFA's Peace Prize and Trump's Nobel Ambitions

37:45 Debating Ukraine's War and Peace Prospects

42:21 Russian Economy Amidst War

50:32 National Anti-Corruption Commission Controversies

52:12 Gas Exports and Government Policies

55:12 Device Hoarding and Economic Impact

57:17 US Sanctions and International Relations

01:10:04 Concluding Thoughts and Future Speculations

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