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Richard Denniss

Economist and author of Econobabble, known for his expertise in decoding political spin and economic jargon.

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Apr 24, 2024 • 55min

How to challenge political spin with straight talk — Richard Denniss, Joelle Gergis, Yanis Varoufakis, Tom Keneally with Natasha Mitchell

Authors Richard Denniss and Yanis Varoufakis join a discussion on challenging political spin and economic jargon. They critique fiscal responsibility, climate action, historical narratives, and the impact of iconobabble on democratic debates. Topics also include challenging trickle-down economics, urgency for climate action, and reclaiming straight talk in political discussions.
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Jan 7, 2025 • 55min

How to cut through political spin — Richard Denniss, Joelle Gergis, Yanis Varoufakis, Tom Keneally with Natasha Mitchell

Join economist Richard Denniss, climate scientist Joelle Gergis, former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis, and acclaimed author Tom Keneally in a thought-provoking discussion. They tackle the obfuscation of political language, emphasizing its impact on democracy. Gergis highlights Australia's climate crisis urgency, while Varoufakis critiques technofeudalism. The group also discusses the failures of trickle-down economics, advocating for clearer communication to bridge public understanding and reclaim our shared humanity amidst political division.
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May 12, 2024 • 20min

Australia, the ‘land of suck-it-up’

Richard Denniss, Executive Director of the Australia Institute, discusses the ongoing cost of living crisis in Australia, highlighting the impact on standard of living. Topics include inflation, government policies, and the potential consequences of the crisis. Denniss raises concerns about the kind of country Australia may become if the crisis persists.