99 Talks

99 Talks

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99 Talks episodes

  • Off With A Bang! Democracy Under Threat in 2021

    Hey friends! Today on 99 Talks we chat about the insurrection at Capitol Hill and what to make of the whole ordeal. We recorded this episode prior to Trump's impeachment, so (sort of) ignore Jayden's declaration that we're done with America and keep your eyes peeled for some bonus content soon. 

    We also make our way back to Aus to look at the restriction of "free speech" (DOES Australia have protected free speech?) on a Member of Parliament to do with his claims around a drug that can supposedly cure COVID... so the discussion doesn't really feel that far away from American politics in the end. Enjoy and don't forget to take part in the conversation over at @99talks.pod on instagram. 

    39 min
  • 2021, Can We Do Better This Time?
    Hellllooooo 99-ers and HELLO 2021. In this second attempt at this episode (following some rudely problematic technology) we recap 2020, take a deep breath and look at what is on the radar for 2021. There’s set to be a lot going down in the history books for this year too! ...and on that, sh*t hit the fan in America in between recording this episode and uploading it, so our comments on Trump here are almost comical in hindsight. So that will be a juicy topic next week! Thanks for coming by for another episode of 99 Talks xx
    44 min
  • A Lifetime of Climate Conversation & Insecure Men

    Happppy Saturday, friends! Today we are talking climate... particularly the economics of climate change, but we do have a ramble. But that's the point of 99 Talks - to let critical conversations between young people flow. We also have a brief discussion on this week's winner of Most Insecure Male award, who claims the wife of president-elect Joe Biden is 'fraudulent' for refusing to drop her title of 'Dr'.  Don't forget to DM us your thoughts! Join the conversation @99talks.pod on instagram.

    43 min
  • What Just Happened?? Messy (M)ovember

    HEY, WELCOME TO SEASON 2! Thought we'd given up?! Nahhhh. We are back after a break for uni exams (ew) and we need to debrief - wtf was November, 2020? Mostly, a mess. We open up a conversation on mens' mental health and the role of expectations surrounding masculinity - share your experiences with us please - and delve deeeep into the very confusing American election which is somehow, not quite over. Also! Vaccine chat - what's the go there? Still on? Whit explains. 

    The podcast referenced by Ariel was 'It Has All Gone Too Far', by the New York Times' podcast The Daily, hosted by Michael Barbaro. 

    Hit us up on insta to join the talks! You can find us @99talks.pod . 

    44 min
  • 'Yes I do the cooking, yes I do the cleaning'... and uphold the economy.
    Today: Unpaid labour!! What is it, who does it, where does it come from, is it legitimate 'work'? What does it say about our society, and what does it NOT say about our economy? 
    Plus, the impacts this has on superannuation, and some tidbits from this week's news cycle. 
    Enjoy the extra long episode this week as we'll be taking a short break while we all sit exams. We can't wait to rejoin you soon!
    56 min
  • Your press, or their revenue?
    Who controls 64% of Australian's media? Spoiler: ONE man (essentially). What are the consequences of a duopolised mediascape? Is what you think, really what YOU think? We discuss the implications of de-regulated media law alongside a brief lowdown of the significance of local government, and a fiery discussion on how uni fee hikes destabilise Australia's claim to the 'fair-go'.
    49 min
  • The Budget (but make it relevant)
    Happy 6th week of being in your ears, friends! The Federal Budget has been released and we know it mostly feels like an irrelevant chunk of policy... but it isn't! We pick out some highlights for you and break down what they reeeeally mean. But don't worry, we didn't forget about an iconic moment in the Australian Senate this week, nor did we have it in us to ignore Trump's... disastrous rant. Enjoy!
    36 min
  • PLEASE EXPLAIN: The Left vs The Right?
    Hello 99'ers! Welcome to our brand NEW SERIES, 'Please Explain'. We know that some things get lost in translation as you grow up, get to sit at the adult's table, and be part of political and economic discussions. We've all 'mh-hmm'-ed along, pretending to understand things that we don't... but Please Explain is here to change that! We'll be breaking down those things that we often only half-understand. To get the ball rolling, we tackle the LEFT side of politics (and economics) and the RIGHT. Are they different, how so, where did they come from and do these labels reeeeally matter? Tune in to be a part of the convo and don't forget to join in over at @99talks.pod on insta.
    32 min
  • Do we need to care? The Stock Market, America Votes, & RBG
    Do young people need to care about the stock market? Honestly... what even is it and how does it work? Whitnie breaks this down... but short answer, it's in your best interest to be across it! AND, do Aussies need to care about the US election and the death of a Supreme Court justice you'd never heard of before this week? (yes. let us explain why!)
    EASY INVESTMENT RESOURCES -
    1. https://www.asx.com.au/education/first-time-investors.htm
    2. https://moneysmart.gov.au
    3. Weekly episodes of 99 Talks :)
    36 min
  • Where's the Progress? Race Relations & Climate Action
    Happy Anniversary!! 20 years ago Cathy Freeman won gold - we discuss the culture wars that unfolded when we were toddlers and whether anything has changed? Keeping it light (ha), we also cover climate change. OH and!! The essential question: why can't we just print more money?!
    IMPORTANT LINKS TO INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES:
    First Nations Resource Directory: https://www.firstnationsresourcedirectory.com/
    Instagram voices: @commongroundaustralia @abcindigenous @clothingthegap @lindaburneymp @blakbusiness
    33 min

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