7am Why army whistleblower David McBride pleaded guilty
Nov 21, 2023
David McBride, an Australian army whistleblower, pleaded guilty in a case involving leaked documents alleging war crimes. The podcast explores the impact of his decision, the motivations of whistleblowers, and the controversy surrounding government document suppression. It also raises concerns about the lack of intervention by the Attorney General and the implications for future whistleblowers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Background and Impact of the David McBride Case
03:51 • 3min
The Aftermath of David McBride's Guilty Plea and Whistleblower Reform
07:08 • 3min
The Prosecution of David McBride and the Silence of the Attorney General
10:20 • 3min
Government response to the call for improvement in whistleblower protections and implications for future whistleblowers
13:11 • 5min