Karen Middleton
Political journalist and author of Albanese: Telling It Straight, frequently writes on Australian politics and foreign policy; appearing to discuss Albanese's meeting with Donald Trump and Australia–US relations.
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Sep 28, 2025 • 15min
Albo v Trump: Oct 20. Let’s goooooo.
Karen Middleton, a seasoned political journalist and author of 'Albanese: Telling It Straight,' delves into the complexities of Albanese’s long-awaited meeting with Donald Trump. She discusses the rocky Australia-US relations and why Australia was initially a low priority for Trump. Middleton highlights the behind-the-scenes efforts to secure the meeting, including significant diplomatic maneuvers. The conversation also touches on balancing domestic goals with US interests and provides insights into potential strategies for navigating the unpredictable Trump.
Sep 21, 2025 • 17min
The Coalition is in crisis (again)
Karen Middleton, a seasoned press gallery journalist and political commentator, dives into the Coalition's mounting crises. She discusses the fallout from sacked frontbencher Jacinta Nampajimpa-Price's immigration remarks and the fierce internal battles over climate policy. The conversation also touches on the renewed debate around nuclear energy and the challenges facing Susan Ley in uniting the party. Finally, Karen highlights how global right-wing trends are impacting local politics and what steps Ley must take to recover from dismal poll ratings.
