Australian Election Reflections: 'Primary Colours, Primary Chaos'

In the final episode of the series, your hosts dive deep into the surprising 2025 election results, unpacking the strategic missteps, political shifts, and missed opportunities that defined this electoral cycle. With a sharp focus on the Liberal, Labor, and Greens parties, the discussion explores t…

Australian Election Day Chronicles: Stories from the Frontlines

In this episode, we dive deep into the personal and professional stories behind Australian Election Day. Our hosts reflect on what it means to participate in democracy, recounting the energy, pressure, and unpredictability of the big day. From the buzz of the tally room to navigating election logis…

Decoding Digital Campaigns: Influencers, Ads & the Race to Australia’s Ballot Box

Australia is heading to the polls and the political battleground is more crowded than ever. In this episode, we unpack how parties are using digital campaigning, micro‑targeted political ads and social‑media influencers to sway undecided voters. From pre‑poll booths to TikTok feeds, find out what’s…

Tactics and Truth Bombs | 2 Weeks till voting opens!

As Australia heads toward a pivotal election, this episode talks to the evolving political landscape. Our three ex-political staffers from rival parties unpack key political strategies and campaign tactics, from debate dynamics and media messaging to the rise of social media influencers in politica…

Swing Voters, Political Branding & Community Independents | The Election Landscape

In this episode of our Australian politics podcast ‘Blue, Red, Green and Everything in Between', we dive into the evolving 2025 election campaign. From the impact of swing voters and the power of political branding, to the rise of community independents and growing concerns about the cost of living…

"The one thing we agree on” | The Election has been called - heres what happens next!

In this episode, three ex-political staffers talk  into the fast-moving landscape of Australian politics, unpacking the key themes shaping the current election campaign. From political advertising and campaign messaging to the growing influence of voter sentiment, we break down how the major partie…

Budget Week Unpacked: Insights and Implications | Winners and Losers

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of Budget Week in Australian politics, discussing: The budget as a democratic tool The unexpected announcement of tax cuts The evolving role of media and influencers in political discourse Opposition strategies and youth-focused budget allocati…

Hot Albo? The BIG Mo and Tealy Dutton?

In this episode of Blue, Red, Green and Everything in Between, our hosts discuss the current political landscape in Australia, focusing on the momentum of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (‘Albo’), the strategies of Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, and the shifting voting trends among young men. They…

Labor, Liberal or Trump? Election Strategies in a Changing Political Climate

In this episode, our hosts Annie O’Rourke, Rachel Howard, and Larissa Brown discuss the current political landscape in Australia, focusing on the impact of Donald Trump on local politics, public sentiment towards the established political system, and the strategies political parties are employing t…

Same Path, Different Shoes

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Blue, Red, Green and Everything in Between, where three ex-political staffers from rival parties spill the tea on what really goes on behind the scenes. As Australia gears up for an election, they chat about their (often chaotic) journeys into politics, the highs…