In this episode of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux hosts from his garage, discussing a variety of topics including union corruption, historical reflections, and current events. Here’s a summary of the main topics discussed:
Introduction and Audience Engagement: Jeremy thanks his audience for their comments and phone calls.
CFMEU Corruption: Extensive discussion on the corruption within the CFMEU, likening it to the mafia, and the need for strict action.
Nick McKenzie and Senator John Quirk: Recap of recent interviews with investigative journalist Nick McKenzie and Labour Senator John Quirk about union corruption.
REM Building Project: Historical anecdotes about the REM building project and its financial mismanagement.
Trade Union Influence: Discussion on the power and financial influence of trade unions in Australia, particularly through industry super funds.
Compulsory Trade Union Membership: Advocacy for the removal of compulsory trade union membership.
Student Union Militancy: Historical account of student union militancy, including the takeover of a radio station.
Government and Trade Union Relations: Commentary on the relationship between the government and trade unions, and the potential for trade union delegates on company boards.
Climate Activism and Methane Emissions: Critique of climate activists' focus on coal mines emitting methane, arguing that wetlands are a larger source of methane emissions.
Climate Demonstrators Jailed: Approval of British courts jailing climate demonstrators who caused significant public disruption.
Australian Wine Industry: Discussion on the sale of popular Australian wine labels to American venture capitalists.
Sydney's Smut Ranking: Mention of a survey ranking Sydney as the top city in Australia for interest in sexually explicit content.
Economic Update: Brief update on unemployment and potential implications for interest rates.
Interleukin 11 and Longevity: Introduction of a new scientific breakthrough likened to the "fountain of youth."
Historical Events and Birthdays: Notable events and famous birthdays on July 24th, including Amelia Earhart and the debut of Marvin the Martian.

In this episode of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux hosts from his garage, discussing a variety of topics including union corruption, historical reflections, and current events. Here’s a summary of the main topics discussed:
<ul>
<li>Introduction and Audience Engagement: Jeremy thanks his audience for their comments and phone calls.</li>
<li>CFMEU Corruption: Extensive discussion on the corruption within the CFMEU, likening it to the mafia, and the need for strict action.</li>
<li>Nick McKenzie and Senator John Quirk: Recap of recent interviews with investigative journalist Nick McKenzie and Labour Senator John Quirk about union corruption.</li>
<li>REM Building Project: Historical anecdotes about the REM building project and its financial mismanagement.</li>
<li>Trade Union Influence: Discussion on the power and financial influence of trade unions in Australia, particularly through industry super funds.</li>
<li>Compulsory Trade Union Membership: Advocacy for the removal of compulsory trade union membership.</li>
<li>Student Union Militancy: Historical account of student union militancy, including the takeover of a radio station.</li>
<li>Government and Trade Union Relations: Commentary on the relationship between the government and trade unions, and the potential for trade union delegates on company boards.</li>
<li>Climate Activism and Methane Emissions: Critique of climate activists' focus on coal mines emitting methane, arguing that wetlands are a larger source of methane emissions.</li>
<li>Climate Demonstrators Jailed: Approval of British courts jailing climate demonstrators who caused significant public disruption.</li>
<li>Australian Wine Industry: Discussion on the sale of popular Australian wine labels to American venture capitalists.</li>
<li>Sydney's Smut Ranking: Mention of a survey ranking Sydney as the top city in Australia for interest in sexually explicit content.</li>
<li>Economic Update: Brief update on unemployment and potential implications for interest rates.</li>
<li>Interleukin 11 and Longevity: Introduction of a new scientific breakthrough likened to the "fountain of youth."</li>
<li>Historical Events and Birthdays: Notable events and famous birthdays on July 24th, including Amelia Earhart and the debut of Marvin the Martian.</li>
</ul>

Daily opinions from Commercial Radio Hall of Fame inductee and Walkley award winning journalist Jeremy Cordeaux.


Jeremy Cordeaux has worked successfully in all facets of the media: radio, television and print as well as marketing, promotions, public relations and media training.

 He has gone from Office Boy to Presenter, Programme Manager, General Manager, Managing Director and Owner of three highly successful radio stations.

He started his career at Radio 2GB at the age of 16, he moved to 2GF Grafton and one year later was recruited by Channel 10 Sydney.

At Channel 10 Jeremy Cordeaux learned the business of television: ‘general on-air duties’, ‘hostings’, and ‘news reading’.

Grundy’s chose him to host the very successful, national teenage show “Blind Date”.

He wrote, packaged and hosted his own programmes “The Better Half” and “Ten on Travel and People” (10 on TAP).

 In 1973 Cordeaux was asked to take over the John Pearce Morning Show on Radio 2GB. In 1974 he was promoted to the all important Breakfast programme.

Cordeaux moved to Adelaide in 1976 ahead of 2GB’s disastrous conversion to Rock ‘n Roll.

The following thirty years saw Jeremy Cordeaux’s Morning Show, “The Court of Public Opinion”, on Radio 5DN – always at or near the top of the ratings.

Over the years, amongst other achievements, Cordeaux has won:

         a Walkley Award for Excellence in Journalism

            three Gold Medals from the International Radio Festival of New York for

Best Talk Show Host in the World

            a bronze medal for the Best Community Programme in the World

            twice a finalist as the Best Radio Personality in the World

While running the very successful Morning Show, Cordeaux acquired a ten percent interest in 5DN and six months later was promoted to Managing Director.

In the last thirty years Jeremy has worked for all the major television networks in Adelaide: presenting “Cordeaux’s Adelaide” for Channel 9, “State Affair” and the “Nightly News” for Channel 7 and editorials for “Ten’s News Hour”.

He wrote a popular column for the Murdoch afternoon newspaper “The News” for several years.

In 1990 Jeremy Cordeaux sold his interest in 5DN and bought Radio Stations 5AD and 5SE from Hoyts Media. 

Four years later he set up the first radio “combo” in Australia owning and running the highly successful number one FM music station 5AD and the number one AM talk station 5DN: All the while continuing to present his Morning Talk Show from 9.00am till 1.00pm.

In 1996 Cordeaux sold his company to the Australian Radio Network. He remained on-air for the next ten years.

Jeremy Cordeaux was the founding Chairman of the Variety Club of SA, is currently an Ambassador and Life Member for Variety’s Tent 75; a Life Member of the Royal Institution for Deaf and Blind Children in NSW; Patron of the Motor Neurone Disease Association of SA; on divisional council Red Cross for ten years; on the board of SA Great for ten years and on the board of the Smith Family for five years.

He is a member of the Australian Club, the Union and Pioneer’s Club, and a Life Member of the Order of Australia Association.

In 2003 he was Knighted by The Order of St John for his services to the community, and in 2006 acknowledged in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List with an Order of Australia, AM.

Jeremy and his wife, Caroline Peacock, have homes in Adelaide, Sydney and Hamilton Island. They have one son and Jeremy has three adult children from a previous marriage.

His latest venture was producing and presenting a news, talk, current affairs, chat show which he calls “The Court of Public Opinion” – an “eccentric” programme recorded in Cordeaux’s extensive garage.  

His hobbies include: the media, art, old cars, reading and gardening.

Daily opinions from Commercial Radio Hall of Fame inductee and Walkley award winning journalist Jeremy Cordeaux.
 Jeremy Cordeaux has worked successfully in all facets of the media: radio, television and print as well as marketing, promotions, public relations and media training.  He has gone from Office Boy to Presenter, Programme Manager, General Manager, Managing Director and Owner of three highly successful radio stations. He started his career at Radio 2GB at the age of 16, he moved to 2GF Grafton and one year later was recruited by Channel 10 Sydney. At Channel 10 Jeremy Cordeaux learned the business of television: ‘general on-air duties’, ‘hostings’, and ‘news reading’. Grundy’s chose him to host the very successful, national teenage show “Blind Date”. He wrote, packaged and hosted his own programmes “The Better Half” and “Ten on Travel and People” (10 on TAP).  In 1973 Cordeaux was asked to take over the John Pearce Morning Show on Radio 2GB. In 1974 he was promoted to the all important Breakfast programme. Cordeaux moved to Adelaide in 1976 ahead of 2GB’s disastrous conversion to Rock ‘n Roll. The following thirty years saw Jeremy Cordeaux’s Morning Show, “The Court of Public Opinion”, on Radio 5DN – always at or near the top of the ratings. Over the years, amongst other achievements, Cordeaux has won:          a Walkley Award for Excellence in Journalism             three Gold Medals from the International Radio Festival of New York for             Best Talk Show Host in the World             a bronze medal for the Best Community Programme in the World             twice a finalist as the Best Radio Personality in the World While running the very successful Morning Show, Cordeaux acquired a ten percent interest in 5DN and six months later was promoted to Managing Director. In the last thirty years Jeremy has worked for all the major television networks in Adelaide: presenting “Cordeaux’s Adelaide” for Channel 9, “State Affair” and the “Nightly News” for Channel 7 and editorials for “Ten’s News Hour”. He wrote a popular column for the Murdoch afternoon newspaper “The News” for several years. In 1990 Jeremy Cordeaux sold his interest in 5DN and bought Radio Stations 5AD and 5SE from Hoyts Media.  Four years later he set up the first radio “combo” in Australia owning and running the highly successful number one FM music station 5AD and the number one AM talk station 5DN: All the while continuing to present his Morning Talk Show from 9.00am till 1.00pm. In 1996 Cordeaux sold his company to the Australian Radio Network. He remained on-air for the next ten years. Jeremy Cordeaux was the founding Chairman of the Variety Club of SA, is currently an Ambassador and Life Member for Variety’s Tent 75; a Life Member of the Royal Institution for Deaf and Blind Children in NSW; Patron of the Motor Neurone Disease Association of SA; on divisional council Red Cross for ten years; on the board of SA Great for ten years and on the board of the Smith Family for five years. He is a member of the Australian Club, the Union and Pioneer’s Club, and a Life Member of the Order of Australia Association. In 2003 he was Knighted by The Order of St John for his services to the community, and in 2006 acknowledged in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List with an Order of Australia, AM. Jeremy and his wife, Caroline Peacock, have homes in Adelaide, Sydney and Hamilton Island. They have one son and Jeremy has three adult children from a previous marriage. His latest venture was producing and presenting a news, talk, current affairs, chat show which he calls “The Court of Public Opinion” – an “eccentric” programme recorded in Cordeaux’s extensive garage.   His hobbies include: the media, art, old cars, reading and gardening.

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