Topic: Abc Australia

16 chapters across the catalog

Birthing Comrade
Episode 1406 1:14:12 - 1:17:45

1406: Birthing Comrade

Global Urea Shortage and Pink Slime Defamation

Australia is facing a critical shortage of urea, an essential component for fertilizer and "AdBlue" diesel exhaust fluid, threatening the national supply chain. In a related look at food industry legalities, the segment recalls the $6 billion defamation lawsuit brought by Beef Products Inc. against ABC News over the "pink slime" reports. This legal history is cited as the reason why mainstream media is hesitant to report on the ingredients used by major food processors.

super-mutation
Episode 1382 1:01:13 - 1:04:23

1382: super-mutation

Australian Media Watch, Fake COVID Patient Scandal

The Australian program "Media Watch" investigated claims that New South Wales Health used crisis actors to portray COVID-19 patients in promotional videos. While the government identified the individuals as real patients, internet sleuths claimed they found evidence of the individuals being paid actors. The controversy has further eroded public trust in mainstream media reporting on hospital capacity.

TransMoney
Episode 1380 33:55 - 36:25

1380: TransMoney

Australian Media and Ivermectin Telemedicine

Australian television program "Question Everything" is noted for its creative but dismissive segments on ivermectin. Resources for obtaining the drug via telemedicine, such as the FLCCC and American Frontline Doctors, are mentioned as alternatives for those facing local pharmacy blocks.

Hypocrite Oath
Episode 1275 54:43 - 57:58

1275: Hypocrite Oath

Australian Political Satire, Mad as Hell, Hardware Store Sketch

The Australian satirical program "Mad as Hell" aired a sketch mocking conspiracy theories related to 5G, Bill Gates, and the Illuminati. The segment featured a hardware store selling "false flags" and "mind-controlling 5G rays" to poke fun at anti-lockdown protesters. The satire reflects a broader media effort to dismiss legitimate concerns about government overreach by labeling them as "nutcase" theories.

Viewpoint Discrimination
Episode 1251 1:45:34 - 1:49:21

1251: Viewpoint Discrimination

Global Producer Donations, Australian ABC Bias

Donations from producers in Australia, Texas, and Alabama are read, including a critique of the Australian Broadcasting Company (ABC). The Australian producer claims the taxpayer-funded network has a heavy left-wing bias and supports activist movements like Black Lives Matter and Antifa.

Gain of Function
Episode 1244 18:12 - 24:06

1244: Gain of Function

ABC Australia Anti-Podcast PSA, Church Advertising Legality

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation aired a satirical public service announcement discouraging citizens from starting podcasts during the pandemic. This leads to a discussion on the "tribal" nature of media and a hypothetical debate on why churches do not use traditional corporate advertising or underwriting similar to PBS.

Generational Justce
Episode 1170 18:45 - 25:46

1170: Generational Justce

Alan Jones vs. Professor David Karoly, Australian CO2 Statistics

Australian radio host Alan Jones confronted Professor David Karoly over conflicting statements regarding carbon dioxide statistics. While Karoly publicly disputed Jones's figures on the ABC program Q&A, Jones played a 2011 recording where Karoly agreed that humans produce only 3% of annual CO2 fluxes and Australians contribute roughly 1.3% of that total. Jones argued that the demonization of coal is leading to economic suicide for Australia.

Climate Optimist
Episode 1144 1:46:38 - 1:52:26

1144: Climate Optimist

Australian Federal Police Raids on Journalists

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) conducted raids on the homes and offices of journalists at News Corp and the ABC. The warrants reportedly allowed police to "add, copy, delete or alter" material on computers, which the hosts link to the Five Eyes intelligence network and a crackdown on whistleblowers.

Brolf
Episode 477 2:12:24 - 2:18:57

477: Brolf

ABC News Climate Change Rhetoric and Climategate Emails

ABC News, led by Diane Sawyer, reports that 2012 was the hottest year on record in the U.S., using "apocalyptic" imagery from Australian wildfires. The hosts deconstruct the report's alarmist language and contrast it with leaked emails from the Climategate scandal, which they claim show scientists conspiring to hide data and silence dissenting views.

Free Ponies for Everyone!
Episode 372 22:31 - 24:00

372: Free Ponies for Everyone!

Adam Curry Interview on Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Adam Curry discusses his recent interview on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) program "Dirty Disbelievers" hosted by Maynard. Despite an hour-and-a-half interview, the final broadcast was edited down to four and a half minutes. Curry views the appearance as a successful promotion of the No Agenda formula to a mainstream international audience.

Home for the Holidays
Episode 351 59:55 - 1:02:10

351: Home for the Holidays

Sir Gavin of Melbourne and Australian Media

Maynard, a broadcaster for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, interviewed a former black ops individual known as Sir Gavin of Melbourne. Sir Gavin used the platform to promote the "No Agenda" show, leading to a discussion about the program's influence within international media circles. The hosts plan to play the full clip as an end-of-show segment.

Starship Troopers 4
Episode 303 49:41 - 51:03

303: Starship Troopers 4

America Hartman, Maynard Interview in Australia

Listener America Hartman sent handmade pillows to the hosts featuring show catchphrases like "I get no spam." Additionally, an interview conducted by Maynard for ABC Broadcasting in Australia is discussed, noting that ten minutes of the hour-long conversation aired on national radio.

The New Normal
Episode 275 5:54 - 8:31

275: The New Normal

Vodka Eyeballing Trend, Australian Radio Investigation

Australian radio personality Maynard interviewed an optometrist, Ian Emsley, regarding the "vodka eyeballing" trend previously discussed on No Agenda. The medical expert confirms that while the practice is dangerous and uses alcohol as a disinfectant in the eye, the claim that it gets a person drunk faster is biologically false. The hosts conclude that while the trend is real among youth, the perceived rapid intoxication is likely a placebo effect.

Gung Ho!! Fat Choy!
Episode 174 11:05 - 15:01

174: Gung Ho!! Fat Choy!

PR Associates, Hendrik Smit and Maynard from ABC Radio

Hendrik Smit is credited as a PR associate for promoting the show at a Dutch symposium on conspiracy theories. Additionally, Maynard from ABC Radio in Australia is highlighted for subconsciously using the "In the Morning" catchphrase during a live broadcast. The hosts discuss the growth of the show's memes and the importance of listener-driven promotion.