Some thoughts re Ben Roberts-Smith VC

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What drives a man to leave his family in the midst of a pandemic and cross his suffering country to reach the nation’s capital, hoping to be heard?The trouble was, when he finally headed back, after being ignored, the State was waiting to punish its rebellious son for one crime: defending the freedoms that previous generations of Australian men — the ones whose names are carved on shrines all across this land — had fought and died for, in the belief they were engraving freedom into our culture forever.Shrines that our political class were actively and are still, betraying.Meet Max, the gentle giant who, in our time, and for our freedoms, almost paid a similar price,Recorded in Bindi Bindi, WA. April 2026

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Is a revolution really happening on the ground? Is it being successful or has it being already crushed?

In the Fog Of War, how will we know. Tonight Melika joins us again to share her insights.

And why care, for while we suffer through the petrol shortage, our Persian brothers and sisters might be dying as the strive to achieve the Freedoms we are quietly hand compliantly handing over.

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Melinda Richards is an Australian business owner, social commentator and now author of her first book, ‘You Can’t Say That’. A graduate from the University of Queensland with a career spanning 30 plus years, she has worked in a variety of roles in the UK, USA and Australia. This includes working for ASX listed companies in logistics, shipping & property development, government owned corporations as well as having worked in both State and Local Government. She now runs her own group with interests in real estate, service industry and the agricultural sector.

Melinda is a sought-after public speaker who captivates audiences with her push back on the current ‘woke’ narrative sweeping society, cancel culture and censorship. She is a self-proclaimed freedom fighter and libertarian.

She resides on the Gold Coast, Australia with her family including her dog, Molly.

“You Can’t Say That,” Melinda Richards, the author.

This book is a political opinion piece to bring back the balance to societal debate. It encourages the re-ignition of real freedom of speech, and everything that stands for.

‘You Can’t Say That’ aims to reinforce the need for a fair and just society for everyone, not just those who classify themselves as victims based on their identity. It supports the desire to restore the balance to our debates, social discourse and policy settings, as well as push back against the inequity and hypocrisy of identity politics.

You can purchase a book here https://www.melindarichards.com/shop-1

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The Shop — Click the link to our shop and grab some gear https://cafelockedout.com/clo-shop/ When you wear our gear out in the world, you’re not just supporting us financially; you’re starting conversations and showing others they aren’t alone. You’ll also find The Banned Book Company on our site, and signed copies of Michaels new book, ‘Goodbye Road’.

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Interview with a concerned, Australian Midwife.

Their voice has been altered to protect their identity.

Recorded by Cafe Locked Out. April 2026

If you have a similar experience or unusual fertility issues, and would like to talk to us, even anonymously, contact us at [email protected]

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FREE MAN Singer Songwriter Simon O'RourkeProduced by Michael Gray GriffithCafe Locked Out

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Desi Freeman Thoughts.

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Welcome back to The Quiz Show at the End of the World: also known as the CLO Quiz Show.There’s a good chance our internet will lag, and even if you win, our prizes are crap, but it’s Monday night…so what else are you gonna watch?In Episode 4, we are continuing to refine the show, so we probably aren't there yet.So come on, tune in and buckle up as we search for answers in this war sodden, fuel poor, decaying, woke world .

But here’s another question: How does CLO survive?

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The CLO QUIZ SHOW song, careful, it’s highly addictive.

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The Quiz Show at the End of the World episode #4 on the CLO

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Welcome back to The Quiz Show at the End of the World: also known as the CLO Quiz Show.

There’s a good chance our internet will lag, and even if you win, our prizes are crap, but it’s Monday night…so what else are you gonna watch?

In Episode 4, we are continuing to refine the show, so we probably aren’t there yet.

So come on, tune in and buckle up as we search for answers in this war sodden, fuel poor, decaying, woke world .

But here’s another question: How does CLO survive?

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The Hon. John Ruddick MLC is a Libertarian member of the New South Wales Legislative Council, elected in 2023 as the first representative of the Libertarian Party (formerly Liberal Democrats) in NSW Parliament.A former mortgage broker and owner of a property finance business on Sydney’s North Shore, John grew up in Tamworth and attended Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School before earning a Bachelor of Arts (majoring in history) from the University of Sydney.An avid reader, student of history, and regular commentator on platforms like Sky News and The Spectator Australia, John is known for his outspoken defence of individual liberty, free speech, and limited government. He authored the 2018 book Make the Liberal Party Great Again but left the Liberals to join the Libertarians in 2021, citing their handling of COVID-19 policies and internal party issues.His 2023 maiden speech to Parliament—critiquing Australia’s COVID response—made international headlines when it was banned from YouTube, an unprecedented move in Australian political history. In Parliament, John serves on several committees, including as Deputy Chair of Portfolio Committee No. 7 (Planning and Environment), and has introduced bills on issues ranging from free speech protections and opposing multiculturalism policies to banning sex-selective abortions.

He is also now trying to table a bill to end No Jab No Play.

Joining us too will be Rosemary Marshall — the outspoken Sydney grandmother and Forest of the Fallen organiser who’s become a familiar face in Australia’s freedom movement. From documenting vaccine injury memorials to calling out hate speech inconsistencies, Rosemary brings a no-holds-barred perspective from the front lines.”Would you like a slightly longer version, a version tailored to pair with Senator John Ruddick’s episode, or any specific focus (e.g., Forest of the Fallen, free speech, or her recent viral moment)?

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