Zara Seidler, co-founder of The Daily Aus and a political science graduate, joins the conversation on navigating political discussions. She delves into how pop culture has intertwined with politics and the rising prominence of independents as voting priorities shift, primarily focusing on cost of living concerns. Zara discusses the pitfalls of relying on a single news source, and offers digital tools like 'Build a Ballot' to help voters align with their values. Most importantly, she shares strategies for engaging in respectful conversations with those holding different political views.