

Everything Feels Increasingly Political. Navigating Conversations With People Who Have Different Politics - Uncut with Zara Seidler
Apr 10, 2025
Zara Seidler, co-founder of The Daily Aus and a political science graduate, joins the conversation on navigating political discussions. She delves into how pop culture has intertwined with politics and the rising prominence of independents as voting priorities shift, primarily focusing on cost of living concerns. Zara discusses the pitfalls of relying on a single news source, and offers digital tools like 'Build a Ballot' to help voters align with their values. Most importantly, she shares strategies for engaging in respectful conversations with those holding different political views.
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Founding The Daily Oz
- Zara Seidler started The Daily Oz to make politics accessible for her friends.
- It began as a side project so they could talk about the news in a way their peers understood.
Impact of Mandatory Voting
- Mandatory voting in Australia reduces the political divide seen in the US.
- Parties in Australia tend to be more centrist because most people vote by law.
Social Media Amplifies Youth Politics
- Young people have always cared about politics but social media amplifies their engagement.
- Today, political participation looks different as online platforms increase accessibility.