

7am
Solstice Media
An independent daily news show. We feature the country’s best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Mar 6, 2024 • 16min
The people pushing Australia’s gas expansion
Exploring the gas lobby's influence in Australia, including foreign governments and billionaire backers. Unveiling the push for more miners in politics and exaggerated environmental claims. Delving into the fossil fuel industry's impact on Aussie politics and loopholes in donation laws. Highlighting Japan's role in shaping Australian gas policies and the growing concerns over the industry's influence on government decisions.

4 snips
Mar 5, 2024 • 16min
The Australian teachers quitting over Andrew Tate
The podcast discusses how Andrew Tate's views are influencing Australian boys, causing turmoil in schools. Female teachers are facing challenges due to the misogynistic environment, leading to resignations. The impact of misogynistic influencers on young men and the need to address toxic masculinity are explored.

Mar 4, 2024 • 19min
‘Enough is enough’: a mother’s fight for justice over her son’s death in custody
Explore the heartbreaking journey of an Indigenous mother fighting for justice after her son's tragic death in custody. Learn about the impact of assumptions on family dynamics and the emotional aftermath of witnessing a loved one's death. Advocate for justice and systemic change in Aboriginal deaths in custody.

Mar 3, 2024 • 14min
The most powerful minister you’ve never heard of
Exploring a bill that shifts power dynamics in the Labor Cabinet by reducing the Environment Minister's authority. Industry campaign to reduce consultation requirements for Indigenous-owned lands. Minister King's ties to the oil and gas sector and support for gas in the energy transition. Internal struggles within the Labor Party over climate change policies and recent by-election outcomes.

Feb 29, 2024 • 19min
Rosie Batty and a decade of public grieving
Follow Rosie Batty's journey as she turns personal tragedy into advocacy against domestic violence. Learn about the challenges of living in the public eye, the complexities of grief, and the impact of societal judgment on those already suffering.

Feb 28, 2024 • 18min
Scott Morrison leaves parliament: A winner or a loser?
Delving into Scott Morrison's controversial decisions like Robodet and 'stopping the boats', the podcast discusses his final speech in parliament and reflects on his political career. Exploring his persona as a 'daggie dad' and the influence of religion on his politics, the episode questions whether he was a winner or a loser in the game of politics.

Feb 27, 2024 • 16min
Why Labor is being accused of pork-barrelling
Exploring the fine line between political service and pork-barrelling in government spending. Scrutinizing Labor grants raising eyebrows in the capital. MP Helen Haynes' push for transparency in public expenditure. Delve into the debate over fair distribution of taxpayer money.

5 snips
Feb 26, 2024 • 17min
Everything Peter Dutton is getting wrong on asylum seekers
Peter Dutton's misinformation on asylum seekers and border security is fact-checked in this podcast. The discussion covers misleading claims, failures in immigration policies, misrepresentation of surveillance issues, and the high cost of offshore detention for asylum seekers.

12 snips
Feb 25, 2024 • 16min
‘They don't know much’: Politicians spending on the military
Debating the effectiveness of Australia's naval ship procurement plans, the Albanese government's ambitious naval fleet overhaul, concerns over rising military expenditure, and the importance of informed defense strategies for national security.

Feb 24, 2024 • 16min
The Weekend Read: Jane Gleeson on why we need decay to save the planet
Discover the journey of environmental activist Michael Mobbs and his innovative composting initiatives in urban Sydney. Explore the unique concept of 'cool seats' converting food waste into compost, promoting sustainability and community involvement.


