n this heated episode, Jeremy Cordeaux and national broadcaster Phil Ackman dive into the dark corners of corporate power, government complicity, and national hypocrisy. From supermarket price manipulation to union corruption and superannuation mismanagement, no topic is off-limits. With sharp commentary and biting humour, they peel back the layers of Australia's socio-political landscape.

Topics covered;


ACCC’s upcoming supermarket pricing report


Coles and Woolworths dominance and duopoly denial


Housing affordability and government-imposed property taxes


Insurance policy charges and government levies


Gender and Indigenous representation in literary awards


“Work from home” and public service productivity critique


Finland named the world's happiest country; Australia falls out of the top 10


Albo and Dutton's indecision on Trump amid Canadian political shifts


CFMEU corruption and Labor’s union ties


Monopolies in airlines, banking, hardware, and media


Superannuation fund controversies (retail vs industry funds)

n this heated episode, Jeremy Cordeaux and national broadcaster Phil Ackman dive into the dark corners of corporate power, government complicity, and national hypocrisy. From supermarket price manipulation to union corruption and superannuation mismanagement, no topic is off-limits. With sharp commentary and biting humour, they peel back the layers of Australia's socio-political landscape.
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Gender and Indigenous representation in literary awards
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&ldquo;Work from home&rdquo; and public service productivity critique
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Finland named the world's happiest country; Australia falls out of the top 10
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Albo and Dutton's indecision on Trump amid Canadian political shifts
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CFMEU corruption and Labor&rsquo;s union ties
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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.

The Court of Public Opinion with Jeremy Cordeaux AM

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux explores a wide range of controversial and thought-provoking topics, from paid parental leave and workforce participation to the ethical challenges of genetic engineering and the future of “designer babies”.

Jeremy questions proposals to extend paid parental leave to 12 months, arguing that policymakers should focus on encouraging employment and supporting families through tax reform rather than increasing costs for businesses. He suggests income splitting and tax-deductible childcare as alternative ways to boost both birth rates and workforce participation.

The episode also examines emerging genetic screening technologies, raising ethical concerns about embryo selection and the possibility of genetic engineering. Jeremy asks whether society is prepared for the moral and social implications of choosing traits such as intelligence, height and physical characteristics, and whether this could lead to dangerous unintended consequences.

The discussion then moves to national security and social cohesion, including tensions during Ramadan, the challenge of identifying extremism, and threats directed at religious institutions. Jeremy highlights the importance of tolerance and public safety in a multicultural society.

Other topics include the rise of illegal tobacco, the Laffer Curve and tax policy, the Hindmarsh Island controversy, government spending and historical debates around Indigenous heritage claims.

This wide-ranging episode delivers Jeremy’s signature blend of economic commentary, ethical debate and strong opinion on the issues shaping Australia’s future.

In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux explores a wide range of controversial and thought-provoking topics, from paid parental leave and workforce participation to the ethical challenges of genetic engineering and the future of &ldquo;designer babies&rdquo;.
Jeremy questions proposals to extend paid parental leave to 12 months, arguing that policymakers should focus on encouraging employment and supporting families through tax reform rather than increasing costs for businesses. He suggests income splitting and tax-deductible childcare as alternative ways to boost both birth rates and workforce participation.
The episode also examines emerging genetic screening technologies, raising ethical concerns about embryo selection and the possibility of genetic engineering. Jeremy asks whether society is prepared for the moral and social implications of choosing traits such as intelligence, height and physical characteristics, and whether this could lead to dangerous unintended consequences.
The discussion then moves to national security and social cohesion, including tensions during Ramadan, the challenge of identifying extremism, and threats directed at religious institutions. Jeremy highlights the importance of tolerance and public safety in a multicultural society.
Other topics include the rise of illegal tobacco, the Laffer Curve and tax policy, the Hindmarsh Island controversy, government spending and historical debates around Indigenous heritage claims.
This wide-ranging episode delivers Jeremy&rsquo;s signature blend of economic commentary, ethical debate and strong opinion on the issues shaping Australia&rsquo;s future.

The Ethics of Innovation and the Cost of Government Policy

LISTEN: Designer Babies, Tax Reform and National Security — Jeremy Cordeaux

In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the growing reach of the program and the strong audience response across Auscast platforms, while delivering sharp commentary on the federal and state political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.

Jeremy discusses the South Australian election campaign, questioning why ambulance ramping — once a major political issue — is no longer front and centre, despite worsening conditions. He also explores policy ideas such as stamp duty relief to encourage downsizing, which he believes could improve housing availability.

The episode then moves to global economic and political developments, including Europe’s shift in electric vehicle policy and concerns over Chinese manufacturing dominance. Jeremy also raises alarm about rising private health insurance premiums and calls for reforms such as making private health insurance tax deductible to keep the system affordable and sustainable.

A major focus of the discussion is the cost-of-living crisis, with real wages falling behind inflation, rising electricity and insurance costs, and declining living standards. Jeremy argues that many Australians feel worse off despite official economic statistics suggesting otherwise.

The program also addresses CFMEU corruption allegations, political donations and the challenges of Royal Commissions, before turning to national security concerns around the possible return of ISIS-linked families to Australia. Jeremy strongly questions the risks and the political motivations behind the debate.

This wide-ranging episode delivers strong views on immigration, assimilation, economic management, union influence and public safety, encouraging listeners to engage in open discussion ahead of the election year.

Topics Discussed:


Audience growth and Auscast reach


South Australian election campaign


Ambulance ramping and healthcare system


Stamp duty incentives for downsizing


Housing supply and affordability


European EV policy and Chinese manufacturing


Germany and electric vehicle strategy


Private health insurance premium rises


Government regulation of insurers


Tax deductibility of private health insurance


Real wages vs inflation


Cost-of-living crisis


Electricity and insurance costs


Declining standard of living


CFMEU corruption and political donations


Royal Commission limitations


Union influence in politics


National security and ISIS families


Temporary exclusion orders


Immigration and assimilation debate


Multiculturalism vs assimilation


Political motivations and voter demographics


Ukraine war anniversary


Historical and cultural reflections

 

In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the growing reach of the program and the strong audience response across Auscast platforms, while delivering sharp commentary on the federal and state political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.
Jeremy discusses the South Australian election campaign, questioning why ambulance ramping &mdash; once a major political issue &mdash; is no longer front and centre, despite worsening conditions. He also explores policy ideas such as stamp duty relief to encourage downsizing, which he believes could improve housing availability.
The episode then moves to global economic and political developments, including Europe&rsquo;s shift in electric vehicle policy and concerns over Chinese manufacturing dominance. Jeremy also raises alarm about rising private health insurance premiums and calls for reforms such as making private health insurance tax deductible to keep the system affordable and sustainable.
A major focus of the discussion is the cost-of-living crisis, with real wages falling behind inflation, rising electricity and insurance costs, and declining living standards. Jeremy argues that many Australians feel worse off despite official economic statistics suggesting otherwise.
The program also addresses CFMEU corruption allegations, political donations and the challenges of Royal Commissions, before turning to national security concerns around the possible return of ISIS-linked families to Australia. Jeremy strongly questions the risks and the political motivations behind the debate.
This wide-ranging episode delivers strong views on immigration, assimilation, economic management, union influence and public safety, encouraging listeners to engage in open discussion ahead of the election year.
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Audience growth and Auscast reach
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South Australian election campaign
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Ambulance ramping and healthcare system
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Stamp duty incentives for downsizing
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Housing supply and affordability
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European EV policy and Chinese manufacturing
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Germany and electric vehicle strategy
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Private health insurance premium rises
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Government regulation of insurers
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Tax deductibility of private health insurance
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Real wages vs inflation
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Cost-of-living crisis
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CFMEU corruption and political donations
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Royal Commission limitations
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Union influence in politics
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National security and ISIS families
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Temporary exclusion orders
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Immigration and assimilation debate
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Multiculturalism vs assimilation
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Political motivations and voter demographics
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Ukraine war anniversary
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Historical and cultural reflections
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Wages, Housing and the Election Debate Australia Must Have

LISTEN: Cost of Living, Immigration and National Security — Jeremy Cordeaux

In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a strong critique of Australia’s immigration settings, economic direction and political leadership, urging the newly formed Opposition to adopt clearer and more decisive policies ahead of the next federal election.

Jeremy argues that assimilation must replace multiculturalism as the central principle of immigration, with a temporary reduction in migration numbers to help restore Australia’s standard of living and social cohesion. He also calls for a reprioritisation of natural resources, including the use of export taxes on gas to ensure Australians benefit first from domestic energy supply.

The episode explores bold tax reform ideas, including tax-deductible private health insurance and school fees, as well as making inflation tax deductible to hold governments accountable for economic mismanagement. Jeremy also discusses government spending on Indigenous programs, domestic violence initiatives and the broader issue of bureaucracy absorbing funding without delivering measurable outcomes.

The discussion then turns to housing affordability and technological innovation, focusing on robotic bricklaying as a potential solution to Australia’s housing crisis, and the resistance such disruption faces from unions and political structures.

This is a wide-ranging, unapologetic Garage session centred on productivity, accountability and restoring confidence in Australia’s future.

In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a strong critique of Australia&rsquo;s immigration settings, economic direction and political leadership, urging the newly formed Opposition to adopt clearer and more decisive policies ahead of the next federal election.
Jeremy argues that assimilation must replace multiculturalism as the central principle of immigration, with a temporary reduction in migration numbers to help restore Australia&rsquo;s standard of living and social cohesion. He also calls for a reprioritisation of natural resources, including the use of export taxes on gas to ensure Australians benefit first from domestic energy supply.
The episode explores bold tax reform ideas, including tax-deductible private health insurance and school fees, as well as making inflation tax deductible to hold governments accountable for economic mismanagement. Jeremy also discusses government spending on Indigenous programs, domestic violence initiatives and the broader issue of bureaucracy absorbing funding without delivering measurable outcomes.
The discussion then turns to housing affordability and technological innovation, focusing on robotic bricklaying as a potential solution to Australia&rsquo;s housing crisis, and the resistance such disruption faces from unions and political structures.
This is a wide-ranging, unapologetic Garage session centred on productivity, accountability and restoring confidence in Australia&rsquo;s future.

Assimilation, Housing and the Future of Work in Australia

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