The political pressure cooker is boiling over this week as federal Labor faces an unprecedented backlash from both voters and its own ranks. From controversial changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing to allegations that Canberra is completely out of touch with small businesses and aspiration, the government is firmly on the defensive. 

Brent sits down with former Independent Mark Latham for a fiery edition of The Week That Was. Mark and Brent unpack NSW Premier Chris Minns breaking ranks to slam bracket creep, and the growing fury over Climate Minister Chris Bowen burning through $1 million in taxpayer funds on international travel while Aussies suffer through soaring power bills. Plus, they dive into the dramatic political backflips in the NSW parliament over the Good Character Bill, the reopening of the Minns donations scandal, and the selection chaos surrounding Laurie Daley’s NSW Blues ahead of Game One of the 2026 State of Origin. Hit play for a sharp, no-holds-barred wrap of the week's biggest headlines.

The political pressure cooker is boiling over this week as federal Labor faces an unprecedented backlash from both voters and its own ranks. From controversial changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing to allegations that Canberra is completely out of touch with small businesses and aspiration, the government is firmly on the defensive. 
Brent sits down with former Independent Mark Latham for a fiery edition of The Week That Was. Mark and Brent unpack NSW Premier Chris Minns breaking ranks to slam bracket creep, and the growing fury over Climate Minister Chris Bowen burning through $1 million in taxpayer funds on international travel while Aussies suffer through soaring power bills. Plus, they dive into the dramatic political backflips in the NSW parliament over the Good Character Bill, the reopening of the Minns donations scandal, and the selection chaos surrounding Laurie Daley&rsquo;s NSW Blues ahead of Game One of the 2026 State of Origin. Hit play for a sharp, no-holds-barred wrap of the week's biggest headlines.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Brent’s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69.

Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what’s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

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The Week That Was: Tax Revolts, Million-Dollar Jetsetters, and Origin Selection Chaos

If life has felt like it's moving at absolute warp speed, or you're suddenly craving a massive change of scenery, you can officially blame the sky. We are heading into an incredibly rare and powerful cosmic event—a Blue Moon lighting up the wild, adventurous sign of Sagittarius. Combined with the unpredictable energy of Uranus, the planet of shock and awakening, we are all about to experience a collective "dash for freedom."

Brent sits down with our resident astrologer, Sue Dunwoody, to break down what this rare lunar peak means for your sanity, your relationships, and your daily routine. Sue unpacks why this week is all about breaking out of old, dusty habits, cutting through idealised thinking, and "flicking the switch" toward a more liberated outlook. Plus, she delivers your essential weekly horoscope cheat sheet to help you navigate the chaos.

Hit play to find out how the stars are aligning for your zodiac sign this week!

If life has felt like it's moving at absolute warp speed, or you're suddenly craving a massive change of scenery, you can officially blame the sky. We are heading into an incredibly rare and powerful cosmic event&mdash;a Blue Moon lighting up the wild, adventurous sign of Sagittarius. Combined with the unpredictable energy of Uranus, the planet of shock and awakening, we are all about to experience a collective "dash for freedom."
Brent sits down with our resident astrologer,&nbsp;Sue Dunwoody, to break down what this rare lunar peak means for your sanity, your relationships, and your daily routine. Sue unpacks why this week is all about breaking out of old, dusty habits, cutting through idealised thinking, and "flicking the switch" toward a more liberated outlook. Plus, she delivers your essential weekly horoscope cheat sheet to help you navigate the chaos.
Hit play to find out how the stars are aligning for your zodiac sign this week!

Cosmic Shake-Up: The Sagittarius Blue Moon and Your Guide to the Stars

When we look up at the night sky from the Hunter, it looks peaceful, dark, and completely infinite. But just above our heads, a silent crisis is brewing. Earth's orbit is turning into a crowded highway, and leading space experts warn that we are on the verge of creating the most dangerous traffic jam in human history.

Brent sits down with one of Australia’s most trusted space experts, astronomer David Reneke, to separate science fiction from science fact. They unpack tech billionaire Elon Musk's futuristic dream of a "one-million satellite" fleet, exploring how a massive grid of spacecraft could trigger the catastrophic Kessler Syndrome—a runaway chain reaction of orbital collisions that could wipe out our global GPS and communication networks. Plus, they look at an unbelievable real-world event: a five-story-high piece of discarded SpaceX rocket that is officially on an uncontrolled collision course to smash into the Moon.

Hit play to find out how our cosmic neighborhood became a giant junkyard and what it means for life back on Earth.

When we look up at the night sky from the Hunter, it looks peaceful, dark, and completely infinite. But just above our heads, a silent crisis is brewing. Earth's orbit is turning into a crowded highway, and leading space experts warn that we are on the verge of creating the most dangerous traffic jam in human history.
Brent sits down with one of Australia&rsquo;s most trusted space experts, astronomer&nbsp;David Reneke, to separate science fiction from science fact. They unpack tech billionaire Elon Musk's futuristic dream of a "one-million satellite" fleet, exploring how a massive grid of spacecraft could trigger the catastrophic Kessler Syndrome&mdash;a runaway chain reaction of orbital collisions that could wipe out our global GPS and communication networks. Plus, they look at an unbelievable real-world event: a five-story-high piece of discarded SpaceX rocket that is officially on an uncontrolled collision course to smash into the Moon.
Hit play to find out how our cosmic neighborhood became a giant junkyard and what it means for life back on Earth.

Space Jams and Lunar Crashes: The Growing Menace of Cosmic Litter

For years, the Australian property market has felt completely untouchable. No matter what happened to the economy, house prices just kept climbing—until now. With auction clearance rates plummeting to their worst levels since the pandemic and prices in Sydney and Melbourne already sliding, top economic minds are warning that the great Aussie property boom is officially slamming on the brakes.

Brent sits down with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham to unpack a radical shift in the housing market. Paul breaks down his rogue forecast predicting a sharp 3 to 6% drop in property values next year, driven by consecutive RBA interest rate hikes and a brutal federal budget hammer that has completely overhauled negative gearing and capital gains tax rules for investors.

Hit play to find out if your property value is at risk, why global uncertainty is hitting local suburbs, and why this sudden downturn might actually be the ultimate silver lining for first-home buyers.

For years, the Australian property market has felt completely untouchable. No matter what happened to the economy, house prices just kept climbing&mdash;until now. With auction clearance rates plummeting to their worst levels since the pandemic and prices in Sydney and Melbourne already sliding, top economic minds are warning that the great Aussie property boom is officially slamming on the brakes.
Brent sits down with&nbsp;HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham to unpack a radical shift in the housing market. Paul breaks down his rogue forecast predicting a sharp 3 to 6% drop in property values next year, driven by consecutive RBA interest rate hikes and a brutal federal budget hammer that has completely overhauled negative gearing and capital gains tax rules for investors.
Hit play to find out if your property value is at risk, why global uncertainty is hitting local suburbs, and why this sudden downturn might actually be the ultimate silver lining for first-home buyers.

The Week That Was: Tax Revolts, Million-Dollar Jetsetters, and Origin Selection Chaos

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