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Reged Ahmad

A commentator discussing the drama of the Pacific Islands Forum.

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Sep 18, 2024 • 20min

The super profits behind selling Australian homes

In a revealing discussion, senior correspondent Sarah Martin delves into the soaring advertising fees Australians face when selling their homes, attributing much of the spike to the dominance of realestate.com.au and Domain. She shares insights on the unique profit strategies of these platforms and critiques the barriers they create for private sellers. The conversation also highlights the lack of government intervention to regulate this market monopoly, igniting a dialogue on fairness and the future of real estate transactions in Australia.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 17min

A beacon of hope: SA’s renewable revolution

Reged Ahmad, a champion of renewable energy initiatives, joins environment reporter Petra Stock to discuss South Australia's remarkable journey toward 100% renewable energy by 2027. They delve into how a catastrophic blackout in 2016 triggered a transformative drive for sustainability. With a focus on wind, solar, and innovative battery initiatives, they highlight the state's significant progress and potential. The conversation reveals how South Australia aims to integrate weather-dependent electricity and establish itself as a global leader in renewable energy.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 14min

Could Albanese’s social media ban for children do more harm than good?

Reged Ahmad, a commentator on government regulation of social media, joins Chief Political Correspondent Paul Karp to dissect Australia's plan to ban social media access for children. They discuss the potential impact of this ban on youth engagement and mental health, questioning the feasibility and effectiveness of such measures. The conversation also explores the political motivations behind the proposal and the challenges of implementing age verification, raising critical concerns about privacy and safety in the digital landscape.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 20min

David Pocock on the threat of election deepfakes

David Pocock, an independent ACT senator, raises alarms about the rising threat of deepfake technology in politics. He commissioned AI-generated videos of key political figures like Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton to illustrate the urgency of the issue. Pocock discusses how these deepfakes can mislead voters and erode trust in democracy. Joined by commentator Reged Ahmad, they stress the need for immediate legislation to combat misinformation and protect electoral integrity.
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Sep 5, 2024 • 16min

Could Dutton use the NSW Liberal chaos to pull the party to the right?

Reged Ahmad, a savvy political correspondent, joins Tamsin Rose, a keen NSW state correspondent, and Paul Karp, an insightful political reporter, to discuss the recent turmoil in the NSW Liberal Party. They dissect Peter Dutton's dramatic federal intervention amid major candidate nomination chaos. Topics include potential shifts to the right, voter sentiment impacts, and the implications of accountability and representation issues within the party dynamics. Insightful analysis reveals how these events may reshape the future landscape of Australian politics.