Nevena and Macca are joined in the studio by Karen Bryant, CEO of Midsumma @midsumma as she updates us on the festival, Pride March in Melbourne, festival highlights,  as well as what else happening for the festival in 2026.

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Nevena and Macca are joined live on air by Bruce Wolpe-Snr Fellow US Study Centre, Donald Trump takes Venezuela – is Colombia next? Why does he want Greenland so much and what is this doing to world order?

https://www.ussc.edu.au/trump-takes-out-maduro-but-can-the-democrats-take-out-trump

“Deposing Maduro is one thing. But Trump’s assertion throughout his press conference on the attack that the United States would be running Venezuela, and that the United States would take over Venezuela’s oil industry to benefit the United States, was another.

Was Trump going back to Bush-Obama nation-building and the forever wars he decried?

While there are Trump MAGA isolationists not happy with this adventure, the clear military success of the mission has subdued their voices – for now.

Bruce Wolpe is a Senior Fellow (non-resident) at the United States Studies Centre. Bruce is a regular contributor on US politics across media platforms in Australia. In recent years, Bruce has worked with the Democrats in Congress during President Barack Obama’s first term, and on the staff of Prime Minister Julia Gillard. He has also served as the former PM’s chief of staff.

Bruce is author of Trump’s Australia, an examination of Donald Trump’s possible return to the presidency and the issues presented to Australia (Allen & Unwin, 2023), The Committee, a study of President Obama’s legislative agenda in Congress (University of Michigan Press, 2018, 2d Edition September 2021) and Lobbying Congress: How The System Works (Congressional Quarterly Books, 1990, 1996).

Trump’s framing opened another front: between the president and the Democrats in Congress. But just like so many other times over the last year, the Democrats have less impact when they fire in multiple directions”

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Luke Dennehy, Public relations, Tennis Australia, joins Nevena, Macca and as they discuss the Pride Slam, Australian Open and so much more.

Luke Dennehy is an Australian freelance journalist, media, and PR professional known for his work in entertainment and media, including contributions to Melbourne’s JOY 94.9 radio station and their “Saturday Magazine” show, often discussing media, public relations, and events like the Australian Open, demonstrating strong connections in Australian media, sports, and entertainment. 

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Macca and Nevena are joined live in the studio as he discusses; his new role as Mayor of the City of Port Phillip; what’s on the agenda for 2026, Pride March, Jet Ski Advocacy and so much more.

Alex brings extensive experience from both the private and not-for-profit sectors. He founded and ran a consulting business for nearly a decade before transitioning into strategic management roles within the not-for-profit sector. Alex is also a lecturer in postgraduate studies teaching Business Strategy, Marketing and Data Analytics.

His leadership journey began as one of Victoria’s youngest politically independent Mayors. He previously served on Maroondah City Council (2005 to 2012) and as Mayor in 2010, where he helped transform Ringwood into a dynamic urban centre. He will be drawing on this experience to help Fishermans Bend fulfil its potential as Australia’s largest urban renewal precinct.

Alex has a keen interest in the arts. He enjoys exploring local art galleries or watching a theatre performance delivered by local theatre companies.

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Macca and Nev are joined live on air, calling in directly from Kyneton, Josh Burns, ALP Member for McNamara; Royal Commission into Antisemitism and what is on the agenda in 2026 in Federal Parliament.

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Nevena and Macca are back in the hosting seats and back for 2026! Join Nevena and Macca as they discuss the news of the week that was. The Australian Open. Latest news from America and Trump and so much more

Nevena also discusses with Macca why she loves the Australian Open

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Paul and Macca are joined live on-air by Aiv Puglielli – MP Greens, Nth Eastern Metro

Aiv Puglielli is a member of the Victorian Legislative Council representing North-East Metropolitan Region for the Victorian Greens. With a background in the arts as a composer and producer, Aiv brings a creative lens to politics and is an advocate for climate action, housing justice and community-led solutions. Aiv has worked across grassroots campaigns and in

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Macca and Paul are joined live on air by WA Liberal Sentator Dean Smith, the author of the same Equal Marriage legislation on the year that was and a tribute to Dr Katie Allen, former Liberal MP.

Katrina Jane Allen was an Australian medical researcher and politician. She was a member of the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2022, representing the seat of Higgins in Victoria for the Liberal Party

Former federal Liberal MP Katie Allen has died aged 59 after developing a rare form of cancer, her family has announced.

Dr Allen served as member for the now-abolished seat of Higgins in Victoria from 2019 to 2022.

Earlier this year, the former Liberal MP revealed she had a rare form of cancer known as cholangiocarcinoma.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-12-23/former-higgins-mp-katie-allen-died-of-cancer/106175744

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Vicki Ward, MP Eltham, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Natural Disaster Recovery, Minister for Equality; Affirming Your Identity Is Now Free In Victoria.

Vicki Ward, as the Victorian Minister for Equality, was involved in the passing of an updated anti-vilification law in 2025. Key aspects of the update include making it easier for police to charge those who make hateful speech, lowering the threshold for criminal charges, and providing greater protection for the LGBTQIA+ community and people with a disability. The legislation removed a contentious defence for genuine political purposes after community concerns that it could be misused. 

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Macca and Paul are joined live on air by 25/12/2025: Christmas Magazine: Rachel Payne, Legalise Cannabis MP, South-Eastern Metropolitan Region; Politics Update.

Prior to entering Parliament, Rachel was the executive of EROS Association and held leadership, project management, policy and research roles with the Family Court of Australia and Centrelink. Rachel holds postgraduate qualifications in public policy and an undergraduate degree in sociology and politics. She is also an acclaimed performer, travelling internationally to perform as Freckles Blue in Paris and London. Rachel has extensive experience in advocacy and campaigning, including successfully campaigning to end financial discrimination against small business, gaining the support of the Ombudsman.

Rachel put her hand up to run for Parliament for Legalise Cannabis Victoria as she believes it is time for law reform in this space. She is keen to initiate the conversation more broadly around the role of cannabis as the future for environmental ingenuity and creation.

Rachel has a keen interest in political processes and practices, is an advocate for women’s rights and equality, inclusivity, and progressive social and community development. She is also passionate about solutions to homelessness, particularly in regard to young people, and has lived experience after instability in home-life meant Rachel was independent from 16 years of age. She is a fierce advocate for cannabis law reform and is actively involved in the LGBTIQ community.

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