In this episode, Jeremy Cordeaux is joined by Professor Ian Plimer and special guest Les Elekes to discuss a range of topics including national days, government spending inefficiencies, renewable energy, and rare minerals crucial for technology. They also delve into the political landscape and environmental issues, particularly regarding green energy, global warming, and resource independence.

Topics Discussed;

• Overview of various national days and their significance (00:11)
• Government spending and inefficiencies, especially around project approval (02:19)
• Commentary on CSIRO’s $400 million project for sea mapping (04:24)
• Analysis of Great Barrier Reef funding and climate change impact (06:35)
• U.S. political climate, including views on Kamala Harris and Ron DeSantis (08:51)
• Saudi Arabia’s societal changes and infrastructure growth (11:06)
• Rare minerals, their importance, and countries that control these resources (20:11)
• Geopolitical control of metals, particularly China’s influence (24:48)
• Australia’s ban on Huawei and implications for national security (27:15)
• Challenges facing green hydrogen and renewable energy projects (29:35)

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