Josh Butler

Josh Butler, chief of staff for Guardian Australia, and education reporter Caitlin Cassidy delve into Jillian Segal’s controversial antisemitism plan in Australia. They discuss the bipartisan support for certain recommendations but also the chilling concerns related to free speech. Topics like educational reforms, social media regulation, and the response of the charity sector are examined. The guests highlight the delicate balance between combating discrimination and preserving open debate, focusing on the reactions from various community groups.

Josh Butler, a political reporter for Guardian Australia based in Canberra, discusses the precarious state of the Aukus submarine deal ahead of a high-stakes meeting between Australia's Prime Minister and Donald Trump. He reveals how recent reviews by the US Department of Defense could jeopardize Australia's defense strategy. Topics include the implications for US-Australia relations, the need for heightened defense spending, and the strategic importance of this partnership amidst ongoing diplomatic challenges.

Josh Butler and Amber Schultz discuss Elon Musk's clash with Australian government over social media censorship, highlighting issues of free speech, regulation of tech giants, and media responsibility in reporting violent incidents.