Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 11: Michael West on the Decline of Australian Media

Jul 6, 2025

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Description:
In Episode 11 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we invite our loyal fans to support our launch with a compelling conversation featuring Michael West, founder of Michael West Media and veteran journalist. Michael examines the decline of Australian media standards, driven by budget cuts, redundancies, and external hires, and the ABC’s increasing alignment with corporate and government narratives. He critiques the media’s failure to cover the Gaza crisis objectively, the pressures of powerful lobbies, and the challenges of defamation and funding for independent outlets. To our supporters: your passion fuels this podcast—join us in building a platform for unfiltered ideas by listening, sharing, and engaging.

Episode Details:

Duration: ~60 minutes
Release Date: August 10, 2025
Guest: Michael West, founder of Michael West Media, known for investigative reporting on corporate tax avoidance and media accountability.

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Why Listen?
Michael West’s insights into the erosion of Australian media, the pressures shaping coverage, and the rise of independent journalism offer a critical perspective for fans seeking to understand the challenges of public discourse. This episode highlights the importance of authenticity in a fragmented media landscape. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes.

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Keywords: Michael West, Australian media, ABC, Gaza, independent journalism, defamation

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