Joe Tovey

This week’s discussion features Tom McIlroy, Chief Political Correspondent at Guardian Australia, and Jo Tovey, National News Editor at Guardian Australia. They dive into the Liberal Party's historic election of its first female leader, Sussan Ley, and the challenges she faces. The conversation also touches on the Nationals' leadership battle, the Greens' new leader Larissa Waters, and the potential shifts in party strategies. Ultimately, they ponder how these changes could reshape the future landscape of Australian politics.

Mike Tischer, Head of Newsroom at Guardian Australia, and Joe Tovey, National News Editor at Guardian Australia, dive deep into the recent firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue, investigating its implications as a terrorist act fueled by antisemitism. They discuss Peter Dutton's contentious political maneuvering and how he intensifies culture wars for political gain. The pair also critique media's role in sensationalizing these events and reflect on the broader societal impacts, raising vital questions about Australia's political divide and the responsibilities of journalism.