Betoota Talks

Errol Parker, Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Burns was the youngest member of the Labor caucus when he was elected to parliament in 2019, but he faces tough opposition on both sides to retain the pivotal seat of Macnamara at the upcoming election. Situated in Melbourne, Macnamara is one of the most diverse seats in the nation, home to a wide range of cultures, communities and ethnicities. At the last election, Burns defeated both the Liberals and the Greens by just 2% of the vote, and it could be an even closer finish this time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first of our mid-week podcasts that will be published in the lead up to the election features two figures on opposite ends of the political scale. First up, a Senate candidate from the Victorian Socialists, Jordan Van Den Lamb, better known by his online persona Purple Pingers. Jordan is in the headlines again this week after Anthony Albanese had a shot at him because he is encouraging people in Victoria to squat in empty houses in response to the housing crisis. He's got some rather radical ideas and he does represent the fringe in Australian politics, but as we know in Australian politics, sometimes the fringe even gets a start.   The second interview you'll hear is with more of an establishment figure in politics. He's an American named Kyle Middleton. He worked on the Kamala Harris campaign in the last US presidential election and has a lot of interesting insights about what went wrong and what could have been done differently. We chat about how the American political system differs to the Australian political system, but also how the American system is heavily influencing the current Australian federal election campaign.        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Rhodes Scholar from Nimmitabel with a Master of Philosophy in Economics from Cambridge. He cut his teeth at McKinsey before helping establish Fonterra, the Kiwi dairy co-op whose creation is now studied at Harvard Business School as one of the greatest feats of agribusiness strategy in the modern era. That should qualify him for the role of Federal Treasurer right? Now, he’s pitching nuclear power as the affordable answer to Australia’s energy future and facing the task of trying to win back government against significant headwinds.   We ask is he the man from the high country who can win back Teal seats and bring the “colt from Old Regret” back into the fold? Or will the Canberra machine chew him up and spit him out? We talk policy, power bills, and political branding and why Treasurer Jim Chalmers reckons he’d be “shit”. You can judge that for yourself. Like any good country boy, he didn’t arrive at The Advocate’s newsroom empty handed. Angus came bearing hats, a branded mug with his famous self-congratulatory tweet on it, some notepads, shopping bags and stickers. We appreciate that. Good Job, Angus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born and raised in the leafy North Shore suburb of Killara, Nicolette Boele (pronounced ‘Buller’) is making waves as the next Federal Independent tipped to oust the Liberals from a once very safe blue ribbon electorate. The electoral division of Bradfield, historically made up of blue bloods and professionals, looks like it wants a change. Will Nicolette Boele be the reason that the Liberals don’t win one harbourside or oceanside Sydney seat this election? She’s made the headlines over the last week for her edgy sense of humour. She wants climate action. She wants her kids to move out of the family home. Will she be heading to Canberra?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything you need to know about the upcoming federal election in one place. The seats to watch out for, the candidates to keep across, and the issues that will decide the next government. Clancy and Errol are joined by seasoned political journalist Charles Croucher for a preview of the next month of campaigning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Betoota Talks, the Federal Treasurer talks about the 2025 Budget and the lack of talent in the Liberal Party. He also talks Brisbane Broncos, The Brisbane Bullets, Logan Thunder, Logan Brothers and Eagle Farm raceway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Clancy and Wendell this week is Victorian Senator Jane Hume, the Shadow Minister for Finance, the Public Service and Shadow Special Minister of State. Jane dropped by to chat about how much she loves campaigning, nuclear energy and how the Liberals can turn around their fortune after 2022's election loss. We also try get her to spill the beans on who is Peter Dutton’s potential replacement is if he loses his seatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Clancy Overell and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greenslander himself, Max Chandler-Mather joins Betoota Talks to discuss his unique brand of environmentalist class politics, and how it translates so well to suburban Queensland. At the 2022 election, MCM snatched the safe Labor electorate of Griffith in South Brisbane for the Greens - former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's old seat.   He was joined by two more lower house MPs on the southside of the River City. These aren't inner-city leftie suburbs. What is Max doing differently to Labor and the Liberals? The 33-year-old Maverick unionist explains to The Betoota team just how succesful he is when it comes to winning over right-wing voters during his relentless door-knocking campaigns and community events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Betoota Talks, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker sit down with Dermot Kennedy, the critically acclaimed, multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter, to chat about his brand-new global Irish music festival, MISNEACH. Pronounced mish-nyach (meaning ‘courage’ in Gaelic), MISNEACH is a massive celebration of Irish music and culture, set to take over Sydney’s Domain on Sunday, March 16, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.   Dermot gives us the inside scoop on curating the lineup, which features The Frames (AU exclusive), Matt Corby, Kneecap, Meg Mac, Amble, Sorcha Richardson, The Scratch, Susan O’Neill, Cliffords, and FYNCH. We talk about the importance of championing Irish culture, what punters can expect from the festival, and the madness of bringing Kneecap down under. Join us for a chat about music, heritage, and why Sydney is about to host the best St. Paddy’s party in the Southern Hemisphere. Tickets to MISNEACH are on sale now at frontiertouring.com/misneach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talk to the Member for Farrer Sussan Ley. A seasoned political operator and deputy leader of the Liberal Party. Born in Nigeria, raised in the Emirates and the British boarding school system before settling in Canberra, Sussan’s path to politics has been anything but conventional. From her time as a commercial pilot to raising cattle to holding multiple ministerial portfolios, she’s seen firsthand how Australian politics has evolved since she was first elected in 2001.   Now, as a key figure in the Opposition, she shares her thoughts on the challenges facing the Coalition, the road to the next election, and why political battles aren’t just fought in Parliament but in the hearts and minds of voters. Tune in for a rather candid conversation about the state of politics today, where we cover a range of topics, including her boss' penchant for extreme specific share trading.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talk to Kos Samaras - a laser sharp political pundit and advisor. The grandson of Greek partisan communists, raised in Broadmeadows, Kos rose through the ranks to become one of the most influential political figures in Victoria. Now, a strategist and pollster he offered some intriguing insights into the state of modern politics and where the major parties are going wrong. Tune in for a fascinating chat about why things like the UFC can shake up an election campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM joins Betoota Talks this week to talk about his experiences, hurdles and future plans in the top job. With an election around the corner, The Betoota Advocate poses the question to him: What have you done differently to Scott Morrison? He answers that and more. This interview also includes a lot of chat about the South Sydney Rabbitohs, but do not let that deter you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our pre-election podcast series continues as Clancy and Errol sit down with Liberal MP Bridget Archer. Representing the division of Bass in Tasmania, Bridget Archer was elected in 2019 and has since stirred controversy by crossing the floor multiple times on issues like climate change, corruption, her former leader Scott Morrison and more. We ask her about how she deals with her own party, how she plans to deal with the opposition, her leadership ambitions, and of course, the biggest story in Tasmania: Launceston’s Monkeys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of our pre-election podcast interview, The Betoota Advocate speaks to Senator Larissa Waters from the Australian Greens. She's been around a long time, and Queensland keeps making it clear that she's not going anywhere. The Betoota Advocate hits Senator Waters with some tough questions about Greens politics, and their tactics. To her credit, she answers them honestly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Betoota Advocate is starting 2025 strong with a HUGE guest on Betoota Talks. The Pride Of Caboolture, Nashville’s favourite son-in-law, Keith Urban. Clancy and Wendell get close to an hour with the great man, as they discuss the history of Australian country music, and Australians IN country music. Keith also treats the team and listeners to a live song!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucinda Price, better known as Froomes, is a writer, comedian, journalist and broadcaster. Fresh off a press junket for her debut book "All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot," Froomes stopped by the Betoota Advocate studios for a wide-ranging chat with Clancy and Effie, where they spoke about everything from changing beauty standards in the modern world to Dicko's problematic Australian Idol comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Wendell Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE  Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pioneer of Australian kickboxing and Muay Thai joins Betoota Talks this week. John Wayne Parr talks about the early days of a career that would ultimately see him become the first household name in this sport. The son of traveling horse trainers from Queensland, ‘The Gunslinger’ had a very similar childhood to the Karate Kid. Finding friends and family in the martial arts gyms of suburban Australia, before taking off to Thailand at 19 to learn the nuts and bolts of MMA. What a career he’s had. His new book is called The Fighter: The Legendary Life of an Australian Champion and it's out nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder of Cheek Media Co, Hannah Ferguson, chats to us about her exciting new podcast, ‘Big Talk’, which takes a deep dive into some of modern history’s most scandalous stories, her second book, ‘Taboo’, conversations we never had about sex, body image, work’ and how it feels to be featured next to Jacob Elordi, in her Forbes 30 under 30 debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Leong is one of Australia’s most trusted minds when it comes to cuisine. She’s been a writer and critic for over a decade, as well as hosting Masterchef, Celebrity Masterchef and currently Dessert Masters. Melissa joins Clancy and Wendell to talk through her career, the most slept on cuisines, her favourite spots in Australia plus her unlikely affinity for UFC. Her new podcast Coolroom Confessional gives an insight into the often hectic world of hospitality. Melissa interviews the founders of prominent restaurants, cafes, bars, and takeaway shops to find out how they navigate the highs and lows of the hospo industry. Head to minderoo.org/ebook and check out their free ebook to see how you can reduce your exposure to plastics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overell, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Head to minderoo.org/ebook and check out their free ebook to see how you can reduce your exposure to plastics. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a whirlwind couple of years, the fellas from King Stingray swung by Betoota Talks to give us the yarn about the journey, the music and the future. Their new album For The Dreams is out now, as they prepare to hit the road again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Kelly is one of Australia’s most treasured singer-songwriters as well as being a great friend of The Betoota Advocate over the year. This time he joins us to talk about his newest album Fever Longing Still and the upcoming film adaptation of his iconic tune How To Make Gravy. After the chat, PK performs one of his new songs All Those Smiling Faces. Album is out now and it's some classic PK.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last few years, QANTAS has become a toxic brand in the eyes of Australians - and for good reason. The illegal sackings, the price gouging, the blaming of passengers for logistical f*ck ups. This week, The Betoota Advocate talks to the man who had detailed this catastrophic downfall. Joe Aston’s ‘The Chairman’s Lounge’ is one of the most explosive books of the year - detailing the scandals and drama of Australia’s once favourite airlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Safran returns to the Desert Rock FM studios to sit down with Clancy and Wendell and talk us through how he ended up squatting in Kanye West's abandoned mansion. At a time of immense political divide in the US, Safran entered the chaos in a way that only he could. His new book is called SQUAT: A Week Squatting at Kanye's Mansion, and it's out now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jaydon Martin is one of Australia's most exciting new directors following his debut feature film Flathead. Set in the town of Bundaberg, this docufiction explores regional Australian life in ways that are equal parts poetic and beautiful as they are harsh and sobering. Jaydon spoke to fellow rural Queenslanders Wendell and Clancy about his inspiration for the film and the audience reception since its release. Flathead will be screening at select cinemas and festivals over the next two weeks: Sydney:The Golden Age Cinema: 23rd of October Queensland:Brisbane International Film Festival: 27th of October (with Q&A) & 1st of NovemberToowoomba BCC Cinemas "SFF's Travelling Film Festival" : 2nd November (with Q&A) Bundaberg Moncrieff Entertainment Centre: 3rd November (with Q&A)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland-based former CFMEU National President, Jade Ingham joins The Betoota Advocate podcast this week. He's currently removed from his role, as the trade union gets forced into administration by the Albanese Government. Ingham explains what the CFMEU is, what it stands for, and what drew him to the union movement. He argues that the CFMEU has been stitched up by 60 Minutes and the Nine Newspapers - and that all 100,000 plus members feel betrayed by the Labor Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.