Politics with Michelle Grattan

Politics with Michelle Grattan

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Episodes 653
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (5)
Since Sep 2013
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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The Conversation's Chief Political Correspondent Michelle Grattan talks politics with politicians and experts, from Capital Hill.

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S1E499 Pollster Simon Welsh on One Nation's rise and Victoria's 'very messy' election

Jun 10, 2026 29m

The pollster also warns any move to replace Victorian premier Jacinta Allan before the November state election would be a 'disaster' for Labor.Mentioned in this episode:Your support mattersSupport…

S1E498 Graeme Samuel on 'doomsday' attacks on the federal budget

Jun 03, 2026 33m

The businessman and former competition chief says the fierce criticism of what he calls 'mild' budget changes shows why politicians have avoided reform for decades.Mentioned in this episode:The…

S1E497 Keith Wolahan on when Liberals should preference One Nation

May 27, 2026 26m

The moderate Liberal, who lost his seat last year, said his party was now 'fighting for its existence' – and can't ignore the need to work with One Nation.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E496 Margaret Thornton on the landmark Tickle v Giggle transgender case

May 20, 2026 17m

The anti-discrimination expert explains what the case was about, why it's set for an appeal -- and the broader implications if the decision stands.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E495 Jim Chalmers says 'we're in the cart' for more tax relief

May 14, 2026 14m

The treasurer joined us on the podcast to defend his fifth budget, explaining the 'new architecture' to make future tax cuts easier 'when the budget can afford it'.Mentioned in this episode:Your…

S1E494 Tim Wilson on the budget's hidden hits on young Australians

May 13, 2026 15m

The shadow treasurer plans to fight Labor's tax changes, arguing they would increase pressure on rents and 'kneecap' young Australians trying to get ahead.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E493 Alan Kohler says Labor's tax changes probably won't lower house prices

May 05, 2026 22m

The finance journalist says changes to capital gains tax concessions and negative gearing are only likely to have a 'symbolic effect' on housing affordability.Mentioned in this episode:The Making of…

S1E492 Antony Green on how Farrer's 'breakout' by-election will make history

Apr 29, 2026 39m

One of the frontrunners in the historic by-election, independent Michelle Milthorpe, as well as One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce, also joined us on the podcast.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E491 Former minister Ed Husic on why Labor must 'stare down' gas companies over tax

Apr 21, 2026 29m

The former cabinet minister said Australians have been 'sold short' by not taxing gas exports enough.Mentioned in this episode:The Making of One NationFollow the Making of One Nation so you don't…

S1E490 Economist Chris Richardson on next steps in fuel crisis

Apr 16, 2026 24m

We speak to independent economist Chris Richardson on the fuel crisis and the Australian economy.Mentioned in this episode:Your support mattersSupport non-profit journalism you can trust. Donations…

S1E489 The Making of One Nation: enter the outside

Apr 01, 2026 26m

Nearly thirty years on, Hanson's infamous maiden speech — warning that Australia was "being swamped by Asians" — still echoes through Australian political life. But who was Pauline Hanson before she…

S1E488 Rory Medcalf on Australians' growing national security fears

Mar 23, 2026 29m

The security expert says there's been a 'disturbing' rise in Australians' anxiety about national security over the past two years.Mentioned in this episode:Your support mattersSupport non-profit…

S1E487 Farrer by-election tests One Nation

Mar 16, 2026 1h 3m

Ahead of the May 9 by-election, hear from candidates and locals about the early frontrunners to win Farrer – long held by former Liberal leader Sussan Ley.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E486 RBA Deputy's inflation warning

Mar 10, 2026 33m

The Reserve Bank's Andrew Hauser told The Conversation's podcast inflation is likely to be higher than projected before the war in the Middle East broke out.Mentioned in this episode:The Making of…

S1E485 South Australian election special

Mar 05, 2026 45m

Labor is expected to be returned in power in a landslide. But the election is also the first test of One Nation's ability to turn its surging popularity into seats.Mentioned in this episode:The…

S1E484 Geoffrey Watson backs calls for royal commission on CFMEU scandal

Feb 25, 2026 31m

The anti-corruption expert says Victoria's Labor government was willing to 'deal with the devil' on its Big Build projects – at the cost of 'bad governing'.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E483 New Liberal deputy Jane Hume on industrial relations, child care and a decade in politics

Feb 19, 2026 36m

The newly installed Liberal deputy leader talks about the turnaround in her fortunes, the spectre of WorkChoices, and why she doesn't believe in quotas for women.Mentioned in this episode:Your…

S1E482 Tony Barry on why a new Liberal leader isn't a quick fix

Feb 10, 2026 25m

What do Australians in focus groups say about the Liberal Party right now? "They just kind of laugh," the former Liberal staffer turned pollster says.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E481 Barnaby Joyce on getting on with Pauline Hanson and One Nation's rise

Feb 04, 2026 36m

Joyce says 'I'm not going to be wearing a burqa' like the One Nation leader – but his relationship with her is stronger than his 'bitter' end with the Nationals.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

S1E480 Jonno Duniam on the 'frenzy' over hate speech laws and the Coalition split

Jan 28, 2026 34m

The Liberal senator says 'social media influencers' have falsely 'whipped up a frenzy' of misinformation about new hate speech laws limiting freedom of speech.Mentioned in this episode:Your support…

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Politics with Michelle Grattan has published 653 episodes since September 2013, covering topics in Government, News.

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