In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux covers a wide range of political and social issues affecting Australia and the world.

Jeremy begins by congratulating Adelaide-based visual effects company Rising Sun Pictures for their Oscar nomination, highlighting South Australia’s growing role in the global film industry.

The discussion then moves to Australian politics, including the upcoming South Australian election and the potential impact of One Nation candidates. Jeremy also examines rising petrol prices and claims from former competition regulator Rod Sims that the issue may be more about pricing practices than supply shortages.

Fuel security becomes a major talking point, with comparisons to countries like Japan and South Korea that hold far larger reserves than Australia. Jeremy warns that Australia’s limited fuel storage could create national vulnerabilities.

The episode also explores the cost-of-living crisis, government spending, tax reform, and criticism of renewable energy policies. Jeremy questions the effectiveness of the United Nations and criticises the media industry following regulatory action against the controversial Kyle and Jackie O radio show.

Other topics include charity advertising campaigns, the treatment of women in Iran, and Australia’s offer of asylum to Iranian women footballers.

The episode concludes with reflections on historical events associated with St Patrick’s Day.

Topics Covered

• Rising Sun Pictures Oscar nomination recognition

• South Australian election discussion

• One Nation and Frank Pangallo political prospects

• Early voting concerns in elections

• Petrol price increases and Rod Sims comments

• Fuel excise and government fuel tax debate

• Australia’s low fuel reserves compared with other countries

• Renewable energy policies and cost-of-living pressures

• Potential interest rate rises and economic outlook

• Budget expectations and tax reform debate

• Criticism of socialism and global political systems

• UN Security Council criticism and veto power issues

• Kyle and Jackie O radio controversy and ACMA licensing action

• Celebrity radio culture and broadcasting standards

• Save the Children charity advertising debate

• Starvation in developing nations and global responsibility

• Iranian women footballers seeking asylum in Australia

• Women’s rights issues in Iran and Islamic societies

• Historical examples of female oppression

• St Patrick’s Day historical events and birthdays