Laura Tingle, 7.30's chief political correspondent, dives deep into the challenges facing Anthony Albanese's government as 2024 unfolds. She assesses the ineffectiveness of recent tax cuts and energy subsidies amid rising costs of living. With an eye on the upcoming 2025 election, Tingle discusses the implications of political optics on voter perception and the strategies the government and opposition, particularly Peter Dutton, may employ. The conversation sheds light on the evolving dynamics of Australian politics and the critical decisions ahead.

Laura Tingle, Chief political correspondent for ABC TV’s 7.30 program, discusses Labor senator Payman's defiance in supporting a Palestinian state with the Greens. The podcast explores the Middle East conflict, party traditions, and the generational divide within the Labor party. Tensions rise as the party faces an 'irreconcilable' split with Senator Payman.

Laura Tingle reflects on 40 years of public discourse, blaming media and politics for the lack of civility. She explores historical parallels, from the Crimean War to Martin Luther, and discusses challenges in modern governance and media landscape.