2 Worlds Collide Podcast

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jackson Warne for a direct and open conversation about what’s happening in Australia right now and the conversations many people feel aren’t being had honestly. We dive into one of the most talked about issues in the country — the treatment of Ben Roberts-Smith. We unpack the broader conversation around soldiers, war, accountability, and why many Australians are questioning how veterans are judged years after combat. Beyond that, we discuss the state of Australia more broadly — including the long-term impact of COVID, the vaccine rollout, and the growing divide and loss of trust that came out of that period. This is a real, unfiltered conversation about national issues, public perception, and where the country is heading. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🪖 The Ben Roberts-Smith conversation 🇦🇺 The state of Australia today 💉 COVID, vaccines, and public trust ⚖️ Accountability and public perception 🔥 Division and national direction 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/cat... 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-p... 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #2WorldsCollide #JacksonWarne #BenRobertsSmith #Australia #COVID19 #PodcastAustralia #RealTalk #CommonSense

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Carpenter — lawyer and advocate — for a direct conversation about the work he’s doing to protect vulnerable Australians and hold serious offenders accountable. Andrew has built a reputation for taking on some of the toughest cases in the country. Through his legal work, he has been directly involved in pursuing justice, advocating for stronger protections, and pushing for meaningful change within the system. In this episode, we break down the work he does going after predators, the realities of operating in this space, and the challenges that come with it. We also dive into legislative change — including the Super for Survivors reform, which has now passed parliament — and what it means for victims, accountability, and the broader system moving forward. Beyond that, we unpack the justice system more broadly — what’s working, what’s not — and why stronger accountability and reform continue to be major talking points. This is a serious and eye-opening conversation about justice, protection, and the people working on the front line to make a difference. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 👤 Andrew Carpenter and his legal work ⚖️ Going after serious offenders 🏛 Super for Survivors and legislative reform 🛡 Strengthening protections for vulnerable people 📉 Gaps in the current system 🇦🇺 The future of justice in Australia 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #2WorldsCollide #AndrewCarpenter #SuperForSurvivors #Justice #LegalReform #CommunitySafety #AustralianPodcast #Accountability

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Kangaroo Jack — a young Indigenous Australian and passionate voice for Australia-first thinking — for a direct conversation about identity, culture, and the future of the country. Kangaroo Jack has been speaking out on issues surrounding Australian identity, national pride, and what it means to put Australia and its people first. In this episode, we dive into his perspective as a young Indigenous Australian navigating today’s political and cultural landscape. We also unpack the growing debate around immigration, and why it has become such a polarising issue across the country — with strong views emerging from different communities and backgrounds. Beyond that, we explore national identity, community, and the frustration many Australians are feeling about the direction of the country — and why these conversations are becoming harder to have openly. This is an honest conversation about identity, belonging, and the challenges shaping Australia right now. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Kangaroo Jack and his story 🖤 Indigenous identity and lived experience 🇦🇺 Immigration debate and national identity 🗣 Cultural division and public discourse 📉 Frustration across communities 🇦🇺 The future of Australia 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #2WorldsCollide #AustralianIdentity #ImmigrationDebate #AustraliaFirst #IndigenousVoices #CultureDebate #Podcast

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Gerard Rennick — Former Queensland Senator and outspoken political voice — for a direct conversation about the current state of Australia. Rennick has become known for his strong views on economic policy, government decision-making, and the direction of the country. In this episode, we dive into the realities of the two-party system, growing public frustration, and why many Australians feel disconnected from mainstream politics. We also break down the current conflict overseas, the impact it’s having globally, and how it ties into Australia’s fuel situation, cost of living pressures, and long-term economic outlook. Beyond that, we unpack where Australia is heading, the role of government, and whether the current system is still working for everyday Australians. This is a raw and honest conversation about the challenges facing the country right now — and the bigger questions many people are starting to ask. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Gerard Rennick and his role in Australian politics 🏛 The two-party system and political divide 🌍 Global conflict and its impact on Australia ⛽ The fuel situation and energy security 📉 Cost of living pressures and economic outlook 🇦🇺 Where Australia is headed from here 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #GerardRennick #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #FuelCrisis #TwoPartySystem #CostOfLiving #EnergySecurity #PoliticalPodcast

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Bridget McKenzie — Federal Senator for Victoria and Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development — for a direct conversation about the issues shaping Australia right now. Senator McKenzie has been a long-standing voice in Australian politics, particularly around regional Australia, infrastructure, and national policy. In this episode, we dive into the current fuel situation, cost of living pressures, and where Australia is heading in the years ahead. We break down the growing concerns around fuel security, supply, and pricing — and what it means for everyday Australians, businesses, and the broader economy. We also discuss the direction of the country, government decision-making, and why many Australians are questioning the path we’re currently on. This is a straight, no-filter conversation about the economic and political challenges facing Australia today. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Bridget McKenzie and her role in Australian politics ⛽ The current fuel situation and national fuel security 📉 Cost of living pressures across Australia 🏛 Government decisions and policy direction 🚛 Infrastructure, transport, and regional Australia 🇦🇺 Where Australia is headed in the coming years 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #BridgetMcKenzie #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #FuelCrisis #CostOfLiving #EnergySecurity #PoliticalPodcast #Australia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, we host the first ever 2 Worlds Collide Debate — featuring Drew Pavlou and Will Mitchell — for a direct, unfiltered discussion on some of the most controversial and divisive issues shaping Australia and the world right now. This isn’t your typical podcast — this is a head-to-head debate, where both sides go deep on topics that most platforms won’t touch. Drew Pavlou and Will Mitchell go back and forth on foreign influence and lobbying within Australian politics, the complexities of the Israel–Iran conflict, the meaning and implications of Zionism, and what it truly means to put “Australia First.” In this episode, we step away from one-sided narratives and allow both perspectives to be heard — challenging ideas, questioning assumptions, and diving into the conversations many people are thinking about but not openly having. This is a raw, honest and at times intense debate about geopolitics, national identity, and the direction of Australia. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Foreign influence and lobbying within Australian government 🌍 The Israel–Iran conflict and global tensions ✡️ Zionism — definitions, perspectives and debate 🇦🇺 What “Australia First” really means 📰 Media narratives and political influence ⚖️ Open debate in a polarised world 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #2WorldsCollide #DebatePodcast #AustralianPolitics #ForeignInfluence #IsraelIran #Zionism #AustraliaFirst #FreeSpeech #PoliticalDebate #CultureDebate

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dr Joanna Howe — legal academic and public commentator — for a direct conversation about some of the most debated issues in Australia today. Dr Howe has become a prominent voice in national discussions around abortion law, immigration policy, and the broader cultural and political landscape. Her work and advocacy have placed her at the centre of some of the biggest debates currently taking place in Australian politics. In this episode we break down the current political climate in Australia — from the pro-life movement and abortion laws to immigration policy, the role of the media, and the growing divide between political institutions and everyday Australians. We also talk about why these conversations have become so polarising, and why many people feel increasingly unable to openly discuss these issues in modern public debate. This is a serious and honest conversation about some of the biggest cultural and political questions facing Australia today. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Dr Joanna Howe and the debates she’s involved in across Australia ⚖️ The pro-life movement and abortion laws 📉 Immigration policy and its impact on Australia 🏛 The current Australian political landscape 📰 Media influence and public debate 🇦🇺 Why many Australians feel increasingly disconnected from politics 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #JoannaHowe #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #ProLife #Immigration #PoliticalPodcast #FreeSpeech #AustraliaDebate

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ashton Hurn — Leader of the South Australian Liberal Party — for a direct conversation about the future of South Australia ahead of the upcoming state election on March 21. With South Australians heading to the polls soon, we break down the key issues shaping the state right now — from the cost-of-living crisis and housing pressures to energy policy, government spending and the direction of the South Australian economy. Ashton shares her perspective on the current political landscape in South Australia, the challenges facing businesses and families, and why she believes leadership and policy direction matter more than ever as the state approaches the election. We also discuss the realities of modern politics, the growing frustration many Australians feel toward government, and what she believes needs to change if South Australia is going to remain competitive and prosperous in the years ahead. This is a serious and open conversation about the issues facing the state — and what South Australians should be thinking about as they head into the March 21 election. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover 🇦🇺 The upcoming South Australian election on March 21 📉 Cost of living pressures facing South Australians 🏡 Housing affordability and development challenges ⚡ Energy policy and South Australia’s economic future 🏛 Government spending and political accountability 📰 Media influence and political debate in Australia 🇦🇺 The future direction of South Australia 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #AshtonHurn #2WorldsCollide #SAElection #SouthAustralia #AustralianPolitics #PoliticalPodcast #CostOfLiving #EnergyPolicy #HousingCrisis #AustraliaDebate

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jeremy Van Akerlaken — better known online as Clown Repellent — for a raw, unfiltered conversation about culture, politics, free speech, and the issues many people feel are being ignored by mainstream media. Jeremy has built a large following online by doing something simple but increasingly rare: saying exactly what he thinks. Through his platform Clown Repellent, he’s become known for calling out what he sees as cultural absurdities, political hypocrisy, and the growing tension around free speech and public debate. In this episode we cover absolutely everything — the culture wars, censorship, media narratives, masculinity, politics, immigration, social media, and why so many people feel like the world has lost its mind. Nothing is off limits. We talk about how Jeremy built his platform, why his content resonates with so many people, and what happens when someone decides to challenge the dominant narrative online. This isn’t a carefully scripted conversation — it’s a straight, honest discussion about the issues many other podcasts wouldn’t touch. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover 🎭 The rise of @clown_repellent and building a following online 🗣 Free speech, censorship and speaking openly online 🌏 Culture wars and the changing social landscape 📱 Social media, media narratives and public debate 👊 Masculinity, identity and modern society 🇦🇺 Politics, immigration and the direction of Western culture 🔥 Why some conversations are becoming harder to have publicly 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #ClownRepellent #JeremyVanAkerlaken #2WorldsCollide #FreeSpeech #CultureWars #Podcast #PoliticalCommentary #SocialMediaDebate #Australia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Cory Bernardi — former Australian Senator and current lead One Nation candidate for South Australia’s Legislative Council in the upcoming state election — for a direct and wide-ranging conversation about the future of Australia, the failures of modern politics, and the growing disconnect between government and everyday Australians. Cory spent over a decade representing South Australia in the Federal Senate and became one of the most outspoken voices in Australian politics. During his time in Parliament he challenged the political establishment on issues including government spending, national sovereignty, cultural change, energy policy and the direction of the country. After leaving the Liberal Party and founding the Australian Conservatives, Cory has now returned to the political arena as the lead One Nation candidate for the South Australian Legislative Council, running in the upcoming state election. In this episode we break down the political landscape in Australia today — from the cost-of-living crisis and immigration policy to energy, national security, and the role of media in shaping public debate. We also discuss Cory’s time inside Parliament, what really happens behind closed doors in Canberra, and why he believes many Australians are losing trust in both major political parties. This is a serious, honest conversation about where Australia is heading — and whether the country can course-correct before it’s too late. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 Cory Bernardi’s political journey and time in the Australian Senate 🏛 What really happens behind the scenes in Canberra 📉 Cost of living, government spending and economic pressure on Australians ⚡ Energy policy, net zero and Australia’s economic future 🗳 The growing distrust in major political parties 📰 Media influence and the battle for free and open debate 🇦🇺 Cory’s return to politics as the lead One Nation candidate for SA’s Legislative Council 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation #CoryBernardi #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #PoliticalPodcast #OneNation #CostOfLiving #EnergyPolicy #FreeSpeech #AustralianSenate #AustraliaDebate

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Amos Gill — one of Australia’s funniest and most globally recognised comedians — for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation about life, geopolitics, culture, and the absurdity of modern existence. Amos has built a remarkable career from Adelaide to the world stage — starting as a runner-up in triple j’s RAW Comedy Competition and going on to host major radio shows, sell-out stand-up tours across Australia, the UK, and the USA, and open for comedy heavyweights like Jim Jefferies. In this episode we dig into the realities of living between Australia and America, how comedy intersects with serious issues, and why laughing at the chaos of politics, war, and culture can sometimes teach us more than the news ever will. We also unpack topics including freedom of speech, cancel culture, the war in Ukraine and Afghanistan, life on the road, and the stark differences between Aussie and American life — all delivered with Amos’s signature sharp wit. This isn’t just another comedy chat. It’s an honest, clever ride into the funny — and the serious — with one of the brightest comic minds going. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 😂 How comedy intersects with real-world issues 🇦🇺🇺🇸 Life between Australia and the USA 🎤 Freedom of speech and cultural tension ⚔️ War, politics and modern conflict commentary 📺 Cancel culture and social media censorship 🎭 Behind the scenes of touring and performing globally 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #AmosGill #2WorldsCollide #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #FreeSpeech #CancelCulture #Geopolitics #WarAndComedy #AussieInUSA #JimJefferiesPodcast

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic for a direct, unfiltered conversation on free speech, government oversight, and the growing political tension shaping Australia’s future. Alex is one of the most outspoken voices in federal parliament when it comes to civil liberties, and in this episode we dig into why free speech is being narrowed, how government power has expanded with little scrutiny, and what that means for everyday Australians. We also unpack the left’s growing fear of a political shift to the right, the backlash against dissenting voices, and why open debate is increasingly being treated as a threat rather than a foundation of democracy. From there, we dive into foreign lobbying and influence, how it operates inside Australian politics, and why transparency and accountability matter more now than ever. This isn’t party talking points. It isn’t political theatre. It’s a serious conversation about power, control, and the consequences of silencing disagreement. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🗣️ Free speech and the limits being imposed on public debate 🏛️ Government oversight and unchecked power ⚖️ The political left and fear of a rightward shift 🌍 Foreign lobbying and external influence in Australian politics 🇦🇺 Democracy, dissent, and national sovereignty 🔍 Why transparency and accountability still matter 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #AlexAntic #2WorldsCollide #FreeSpeech #GovernmentOversight #ForeignInfluence #AustralianPolitics #CivilLiberties #Accountability #CommonSense

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ben Duxson, a farmer from rural Victoria, for a raw, unfiltered conversation on land, livelihoods, and the growing conflict between government policy and the people who feed the country. Ben is part of Farmers Fightback, a grassroots organisation pushing back against government policies that farmers say are threatening productive farmland in the name of the green energy agenda. We unpack what’s happening on the ground — land acquisition pressures, renewable energy projects being forced into rural communities, and why farmers feel ignored, overridden, and sacrificed for political targets made far away from the paddock. We also talk about the bigger picture: food security, rising costs, generational farming families under threat, and what happens when ideology replaces common sense. 👉 Follow and support Farmers Fightback — they’re on the front line of this fight: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ey14VuAep/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wallaloogregredistrict TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wallaloo.gre.gre Website: https://farmersfightback.com This isn’t activism theatre. It isn’t political spin. It’s a direct conversation with someone living the consequences of decisions made in city offices — and why farmers across Australia are saying enough is enough. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🚜 Life as a farmer in rural Victoria 🌾 What Farmers Fightback stands for ⚡ The green energy push and farmland pressure 🏛️ Government policy vs rural reality 🍞 Food security and the future of farming families 🗣️ Why farmers are pushing back — publicly and legally 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #BenDuxson #FarmersFightback #2WorldsCollide #AustralianFarming #RuralAustralia #FoodSecurity #LandRights #GreenEnergy #GovernmentOverreach #CommonSense

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Barnaby Joyce for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation on service, responsibility, and the growing crises facing everyday Australians. Barnaby comes from a proud military family, and we begin by unpacking that history — what service, sacrifice, and duty have meant across generations, and how those values have shaped his view of leadership and country. From there, we dive head-first into the cost-of-goverment crisis, the pressure on Australian families, and how government decisions have contributed to the economic strain people are feeling right now. We also break down the energy crisis — soaring power prices, energy security, net-zero policy impacts, and why Australians are paying more while getting less certainty about the future. This isn’t a rehearsed political appearance. It isn’t soundbites or spin. It’s a direct conversation about accountability, consequences, and what happens when governments lose touch with the people they’re meant to serve. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🎖️ Barnaby’s family military history and service 💰 The real cost-of-living pressures on Australians ⚡ Australia’s energy crisis and rising power bills 🏛️ Government decision-making and long-term consequences 🇦🇺 Responsibility, leadership, and national priorities 🗣️ Speaking plainly in a political culture built on avoidance 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #BarnabyJoyce #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #CostOfLivingCrisis #EnergyCrisis #MilitaryService #GovernmentAccountability #IndependentVoices #CommonSense

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Charlie Bakhos for a deep, unfiltered conversation on faith, conflict, and the narratives shaping what the world sees and what it ignores. Charlie is a man of faith and commentator who isn’t afraid to speak openly about uncomfortable truths. In this episode, we unpack the Israel–Palestine conflict, the way it’s framed in mainstream media, and why certain realities are either distorted or completely left out of the conversation. We also dive into a topic rarely spoken about: the persecution of Christians around the world, why it receives little media attention, who it affects, and what’s actually happening beyond the headlines. At the centre of it all is Charlie’s faith, how it shapes his worldview, why he refuses to stay silent, and what it means to stand firm when holding these views comes at a cost. This episode isn’t safe. It isn’t sanitised. It’s an honest conversation about truth, belief, and the courage to speak when silence is easier. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇮🇱🇵🇸 The Israel–Palestine situation beyond the headlines 📰 Media narratives and selective outrage ✝️ Why Christian persecution is rarely discussed 🌍 What’s happening to Christians globally 🙏 Charlie’s faith and why it matters now more than ever ⚖️ Speaking truth in a world that rewards conformity 📌 Timestamps for Easy Navigation: 0:00 – Intro 06:45 – Charlie’s background & faith journey 18:30 – Israel–Palestine: context vs media framing 37:10 – Global Christian persecution 55:40 – Faith, backlash, and standing firm 1:12:00 – Final reflections 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #CharlieBakhos #2WorldsCollide #FaithAndTruth #IsraelPalestine #ChristianPersecution #IndependentVoices #MediaNarratives #FreeSpeech #FaithInPublic

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Matt Williams — AKA Willie Beating Cancer — for a wide-ranging conversation on global conflict, media narratives, and the forces shaping modern geopolitics. Matt is an independent war and global affairs reporter who has built a reputation for going where others won’t. Fresh off a recent visit to China, he joins me to break down what he saw on the ground, how Western media frames global powers, and what everyday Australians aren’t being told. We also dive into the Epstein files, foreign influence, lobbying inside the Australian government, and how power operates behind closed doors. This episode isn’t comfortable. It isn’t filtered. It’s a raw conversation about power, information, and the global chessboard. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🌏 Matt’s recent visit to China 📂 The Epstein files and what they reveal 🏛️ Foreign influence & lobbying in Australian politics 📰 Independent journalism vs mainstream narratives ⚖️ Media accountability and public trust 🇦🇺 Where Australia sits in a shifting global order 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #MattWilliams #WillieBeatingCancer #2WorldsCollide #IndependentJournalism #China #EpsteinFiles #ForeignInfluence #AustralianPolitics #Geopolitics #IndependentMedia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Biddy O'Loughlin for a wide-ranging conversation on comedy, culture, and what happens when jokes collide with modern politics. Biddy is an actor and stand-up comic who’s appeared twice on Kill Tony, opened for Isaac Butterfield, and met Joe Rogan. She joins me to talk about being “cancelled” in Australia, the pressure on comedians today, and why she believes humour still matters — especially when it makes people uncomfortable. We unpack free speech in entertainment, online backlash, navigating controversy, and what it’s like to keep performing when the spotlight turns hostile. This episode isn’t safe. It isn’t scripted. It’s a raw conversation about art, risk, and saying what you think. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🎭 Life as a working comedian in Australia 🔥 Being cancelled and public backlash 🗣️ Comedy, culture & free expression 📱 Social media storms and career fallout 🎤 Performing overseas and global audiences 🇦🇺 The future of stand-up in Australia 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #BiddyOLoughlin #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPodcast #Comedy #KillTony #IsaacButterfield #JoeRogan #FreeSpeech #StandUpComedy #IndependentMedia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Pauline Hanson for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Australia, foreign influence, and political backing. Pauline is the founder and leader of One Nation and one of the most polarising figures in Australian politics. She joins me to speak candidly about where she believes the country is heading, the role of foreign lobbying in Canberra, and how political backing and support networks operate within Australia’s political system. We unpack her perspective on national sovereignty, immigration, economic pressure on everyday Australians, and the power dynamics inside federal politics. This episode isn’t talking points. It isn’t spin. It’s a long-form political conversation Australians rarely hear. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🇦🇺 The current state of Australia 🏛️ Foreign lobbying and international influence 🤝 Political backing and support networks 📊 Cost-of-living pressures 🗳️ Federal politics and party dynamics ⚖️ Accountability in government 🗣️ Why Pauline believes transparency matters 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #PaulineHanson #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPolitics #ForeignLobbying #PoliticalBacking #Canberra #OneNation #AustralianPodcast #IndependentMedia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Heston Russell for a direct and wide-ranging conversation on leadership, Australian politics, and what it truly means to stand for veterans. Heston is a former 2nd Commando Regiment officer, founder of VETS for Change, and one of the most recognisable veteran voices in the country. He joins me to speak openly about the current political climate in Australia, his desire to run for Parliament, and why he believes veterans need stronger representation in public life. We unpack what motivated Heston to step into the political arena, the challenges facing returned service members, and the broader cultural and policy debates shaping Australia right now. This episode isn’t slogans. It isn’t spin. It’s service, experience, and straight talk. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🎖️ Heston’s service with 2 Commando Regiment 🏛️ The current state of Australian politics 🗳️ Why Heston wants to run for Parliament 🇦🇺 Standing up for veterans and military families ⚖️ Accountability, leadership, and public service 🗣️ The realities of transitioning from Defence to civilian life 📢 What real representation for veterans could look like 📌 Timestamps for Easy Navigation: 0:00 – Intro 07:20 – Heston’s military background & transition 23:10 – Australian politics today 39:30 – Why Heston is considering Parliament 58:45 – Veterans’ issues & representation 1:17:00 – Leadership, service & final thoughts 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #HestonRussell #2WorldsCollide #AustralianPodcast #Veterans #ADF #2Commando #AustralianPolitics #Leadership #VETSforChange #IndependentMedia

🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Scott Challen for a direct and wide-ranging conversation on power, politics, and what’s unfolding in Australia right now. Scott is a businessman, a founder of the Australia Lobbying Group (ALG), and the voice behind the Shallow Chal Instagram page. He has also been a driving force behind the Marches for Australia, playing a key role in organising and mobilising large-scale public demonstrations around immigration and government accountability. We break down the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026 — what it actually contains, why it has alarmed so many Australians, and what it signals for free speech, protest, and political dissent in this country. We also unpack the role of the Australia Lobbying Group, how lobbying really works behind the scenes, and discuss the rallies held on Australia Day in Brisbane, why they occurred, and why they’ve become such a national flashpoint. This episode isn’t spin. It isn’t theory. It’s real-world experience, facts, and uncomfortable truth. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: ⚖️ The Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026 🏛️ The Australia Lobbying Group and how political pressure is applied 🇦🇺 The Marches for Australia and public mobilisation 🚨 The rallies held on Australia Day in Brisbane 🗣️ Free speech, protest, and government overreach 📢 Power, accountability, and what happens when Australians push back 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #ScottChallen #2WorldsCollide #AustraliaLobbyingGroup #ShallowChal #MarchesForAustralia #FreeSpeech #AustralianPolitics #HateSpeechBill #AustraliaDay #AustraliaFirst