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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux tackles some of the week’s most controversial issues — from the recognition of Palestine and the treatment of women in the Middle East, to the questionable effectiveness of charity campaigns. He takes aim at climate policy, Labour’s economic decisions, and government hypocrisy on emissions versus defence spending. Jeremy also raises concerns about electric vehicles, Chinese technology, and government subsidies, before wrapping with reflections on history, culture, and notable birthdays.

Topics discussed;

• Recognition of Palestine’s statehood and Middle East politics

• Criticism of Plan International charity ads and underage marriage issues

• Quotes from the Koran and discussion of cultural/religious practices

• Salman Rushdie and freedom of speech

• Australian police officer applauding assassination comments

• Climate change, Julia Gillard’s carbon tax, and Labour’s policies

• Chris Bowen’s statements and climate targets

• Government hypocrisy: emissions vs defence spending

• Electric vehicles, subsidies, Chinese surveillance risks

• Historic anniversaries, birthdays (Mark Hamill, Michael Douglas), and trivia

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Topics covered;

• Robbie Brechin shares insights into his career in journalism.

• Discussion on the current state of Australian media and the challenges journalists face.

• Commentary on politics and how media influences public perception.

• Reflections on Adelaide’s media landscape compared to national outlets.

• The role of investigative journalism and holding power to account.

• Audience trust in journalism today vs. decades ago.

• Cordeaux and Brechin debate freedom of speech and responsibility in reporting.

• Predictions for the future of media and journalism in Australia.

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In this GARAGE edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the tragic memorial for Charlie Kirk, the rising global threat from Vladimir Putin, and shocking youth violence in Victoria. He tackles Optus’ alleged failures linked to lives lost, Australia’s collapsing fertility rate, and the $23 million national climate risk assessment. Jeremy challenges Labour’s emissions policies, rising energy prices, and the push for renewables, while questioning political accountability. He also shares lighter notes on history, anniversaries, and listener contributions.

Topics Covered;

• Memorial for Charlie Kirk and reflections on his impact.

• Putin’s aggression with fighter jets in Estonian airspace.

• Sudanese youth gang violence in Victoria.

• Optus outage and alleged failure of triple zero call redirection.

• Corporate responsibility vs. shareholders when companies fail.

• Australia’s fertility rate falling below replacement level.

• Criticism of the $23 million national Climate Risk Assessment.

• Labour’s emissions targets and renewable energy debate.

• Rising electricity prices and government accountability.

• Historical anniversaries (The Jetsons, Thomas Cook collapse, Freud, etc.).

• Light commentary: pub promotion, art auctions, birthdays.

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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux dissects the state of political leadership, media hypocrisy, the Voice referendum fallout, and the cultural gap between leaders and real Australians. He gives a raw assessment of why trust in institutions is falling, explains why news has become propaganda, and reflects on the personal price paid for speaking up. Touching on everything from Indigenous issues and George Pell to the hypocrisy of media figures like Q+A host Patricia Karvelas, Jeremy brings his signature wit and unapologetic truth-telling.

 Topics Covered (Dot Point List)

• Public backlash after the Voice referendum

• Why Australians no longer trust politicians

• Government and ABC hypocrisy around Indigenous support

• George Pell's legacy and media treatment

• Accusations against Cardinal Ribat and media silence

• Jeremy’s pushback against being silenced

• Hypocrisy of ABC journalists (e.g. Patricia Karvelas)

• History of South Australian Aboriginal Missions

• Wokeness in modern media and politics

• Reflections on political cowardice and media control

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Jeremy dials in to speak with Jack Comody, also known as Outback Jack. From loading cattle to podcasting, Jack shares his unique rural perspective on democracy, agriculture, and government overreach. His show, Jack Out the Back: Real Talk, Real Life, fights for rural voices in the democratic process. Jack explains why farmers feel ignored, the divide between city and country, and the resilience required to survive on the land.

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Jeremy speaks with Catherine Sayer, CEO of the Family Business Association, on National Family Business Day. Catherine reveals that 70% of all Australian businesses are family-owned, employing half the workforce and valued at over $4.3 trillion. She shares insights into succession planning, the resilience of family businesses, and why taxation reform is urgently needed. Catherine also highlights iconic success stories like Coopers Brewery, Haigh’s Chocolates, and Berenberg.

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Jeremy Cordeaux returns to the dining room table for another three-hour live edition of The Court of Public Opinion. Covering politics, culture, news, and everyday life, Jeremy is joined by panel regulars and special guests including Catherine Sayer (Family Business Association), Outback Jack (Jack Comody), Professor Rachel McCall, Colonel Sir Professor John Crompton AM, and journalist Robbie Brechin. The show dives deep into family businesses, rural democracy, psychotherapy, children’s health, the media landscape, and the week’s breaking news.

Topics Covered;

• Breaking news: Sudanese youth violence in Melbourne and bail concerns

• On this day: Talk Like a Pirate Day, National Family Business Day, Grenache Day, Overthinkers Day

• Callers: Maria and others on politics, woke culture, Fatima Payman’s comments, Charlie Kirk’s influence

• Climate debate: Professor Ian Plimer’s perspective, renewables vs nuclear, CO₂ myths, cost of solar and wind

• Electric cars: Concerns over Chinese EV imports, surveillance and hacking fears

• Australia’s energy policy: Rising electricity prices, impact on small business, future of coal and uranium

• Catherine Sayer (Interview): Family businesses as the backbone of Australia’s economy; succession challenges; call for a Federal Minister for Family Business

• Outback Jack (Interview): Life as a cattleman and podcaster; rural freedoms; government interference in agriculture

• Professor Rachel McCall (Interview): The role of psychotherapy; mental health challenges in small business; generational stress

• Colonel Sir Professor John Crompton AM (Interview): Service to Adelaide Children’s Hospital; leadership and legacy in health

• Robbie Brechin (Interview): Independent journalism; bias in the ABC; the future of fearless reporting

• Cultural commentary: From woke politics to hypocrisy in renewables, taxation, and government priorities

• Reflections: On Australia’s past resilience vs. current political and media environment

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In this no-holds-barred episode of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on government inefficiencies, absurd spending in aged care and education, and what he calls the “$48 billion NDIS con.” From a passionate critique of racial politics in Victoria’s new treaty, to Australia’s misguided Pacific climate deals and bloated federal departments, Jeremy doesn’t pull punches. With trademark wit, he calls out “talk therapists” earning $194/hr and proposes an audacious solution—become one himself. It’s thought-provoking, funny, and furious.

Topics covered;

• 1 in 4 Australian children lacking verbal communication skills

• Overcrowded hospitals and aged care patients misallocated to hospital beds

• Jeremy questions the purpose of the Federal Department of Health

• Roy Morgan’s “Most Trusted Brands” survey (Bunnings, ALDI, Apple, etc.)

• Victoria’s Aboriginal treaty and third chamber of parliament

• $500 million climate deal with Vanuatu and Solomon Islands

• Australia's 1% emissions vs China’s 30% – climate hypocrisy

• Jason Clare’s new “Teaching and Learning Commission”

• NDIS absurdities: $194/hr art, music and “talk therapy”

• Stripper clubs as “therapy” – paid by taxpayers

• Jeremy’s comedic proposal to become a talk therapist himself

• Sponsor shoutouts: The Rising Sun and Elder Fine Art

• Birthday shoutouts and historical “On This Day” notes

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In this compelling Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux takes a sharp look at global and local issues: from the state of Papua New Guinea and the 25th anniversary of the Sydney Olympics, to the shocking assassination of conservative podcaster Charlie Kirk. Jeremy questions the direction of immigration policies, praises Jacinta Price's rise, and criticises Susan Lee's fall. He also delves into multiculturalism, India's caste system, Islamophobia inquiries, and ANZ's mass layoff announcement. Jeremy doesn't hold back, calling for common sense, free speech, and a renewed focus on Australian values.

Key Topics Discussed;

• 25 years since the 2000 Sydney Olympics

• 50 years since Papua New Guinea's independence

• Over 1 million anti-government protesters in the UK

• Immigration crises in Europe and Australia

• Charlie Kirk assassination and the war on free speech

• Praise for Jacinta Price; critique of Susan Lee’s leadership

• Allegations of politically motivated immigration

• India’s caste system and its cultural implications

• Islamophobia inquiry in Australia and its limitations

• ANZ Bank’s mass sacking of 4,500 employees

• Gen Z's trend of "micro retirements"

• AI's potential impact on job security in banking

• Rising Sun Hotel & Elder Fine Art Gallery shout-outs

• Historical trivia and pop culture anniversaries

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In this explosive episode, Jeremy takes aim at government waste, failed energy policies, and media silence. He questions the value of green hydrogen, a $2.5 billion refugee deal with Nauru, and $600 million for an Aboriginal interpretive centre. Jeremy also calls out leaders for neglecting aged care and contributing to hospital ramping. The show reflects on 9/11, car theft in Victoria, and the enduring value of business cards, while calling for accountability and smarter priorities.

 Topics Discussed;

• Dan Andrews, Bob Carr, and alleged Chinese business ties

• Restricting Freedom of Information in Australia

• Green hydrogen projects wasting taxpayer money

• $600 million Aboriginal Interpretive Centre funding

• $2.5 billion refugee deal with Nauru

• Dementia patients occupying hospital beds → ramping crisis

• Chris Bowen’s climate policy indecision

• Anthony Albanese on defence vs. climate policy double standards

• 70% rise in car theft in Victoria

• Steering wheel locks and manual cars as anti-theft solutions

• Business cards etiquette and value

• GDP growth at 0.06% and economic stagnation

• Upcoming guests and events

• Reflections on 9/11, Stephen Foster, Enid Blyton, smallpox, and other historical events

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