The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 79 - New Australia - Live w/Celia Pacquola and Tommy Dassalo
May 9, 2015
Celia Pacquola, a talented Australian comedian and television star, joins Tommy Dassalo for a hilarious discussion on the chaotic attempt to start a New Australia in Paraguay. The journey is filled with absurdities, from gender imbalances to miscommunication among settlers. The group humorously critiques labor struggles and the concept of mateship while sharing anecdotes that showcase the ridiculousness of social norms. Their lively banter and comedic insights make the historical escapades entertaining and relatable.
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William Lane's Early Life
- William Lane, born in Bristol, promised his mother never to drink.
- After she died, a teacher funded his passage to Canada, where a surgeon fixed his club foot.
Lane's Socialist Views
- William Lane became a journalist and advocated for worker's rights, believing in abolishing capitalism.
- He believed socialism would eliminate negative emotions and crime.
The Boomerang's Racism
- Lane founded the Boomerang newspaper, which initially covered social issues.
- However, it quickly became a platform for racist rants against Chinese immigrants.