Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast Ep. 4: Dr. Scott Burchill on Global Conflicts and Australia’s Foreign Policy

Jun 11, 2025

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Join us for Episode 4 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, where we invite our loyal supporters to rally behind our launch with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University and former Senior Lecturer in International Relations. Dr. Burchill delivers a critical analysis of the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict, Australia’s pro-Israel stance and its impact on relations with Indonesia and Malaysia, rising tensions with China amid AUKUS, and the Australian media’s role in shaping security narratives. He also evaluates Defence Minister Richard Marles’ U.S.-aligned policies and advocates for a sovereign Australian foreign policy. This episode explores the risks of broader war, the erosion of Australia’s regional clout, and the challenges of balancing trade and security with China. To our fans: your passion fuels this podcast—help us build a platform for bold ideas by listening, sharing, and joining our community.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: June 12, 2025
Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, Honorary Fellow at Deakin University, known for his critical analyses of Western foreign policy and Australian international relations.

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Why Listen?
Dr. Scott Burchill’s expertise offers a vital perspective on global conflicts and Australia’s foreign policy challenges, from Russia-Ukraine to Gaza and China. This episode is essential for fans of international relations seeking to understand Australia’s global role.

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Keywords: Scott Burchill, Russia-Ukraine conflict, Gaza, AUKUS, China relations, Australian foreign policy, media narratives

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