Bogan Intelligentsia

Description: Episode 34 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Dr Rodrigo Acuña, a Venezuelan expert and Latin American political analyst. In this 70-minute discussion, Rodrigo provides background on Venezuela's history before Chavez, including its oil-based economy and democracy. He covers Western criticisms of the Chavista movement, media distortions similar to Gaza coverage, and recent Venezuelan navy strikes on migrant boats that killed 32 people from multiple countries, with no charges filed. Topics include US policy pressures, rumors of resource deals, the role of US oil industry, bipartisan US views on Venezuela, Latin American solidarity from leaders like Petro and Stédile, risks of US intervention, and support from China and Russia. He also discusses challenges for Western left solidarity with Bolivarian socialism.Episode Details: Duration: ~70 minutes Release Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 Guest: Rodrigo Acuña, Venezuelan Political Analyst, Filmmaker & AuthorSupport the Launch:Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Thank You, Fans: Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Rodrigo Acuña, Venezuela history, Chavismo, media distortion, navy strikes, US policy, Latin America solidarity, Bolivarian socialism #BoganIntelligentsia #RodrigoAceuna #Venezuela #Chavismo #LatinAmerica

Description:Episode 33 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast spotlights John Minto, NZ's enduring activist warrior—from orchestrating the 1981 Springbok Tour's explosive protests to steering PSNA's Gaza charge. In this 60-minute raw chat, John traces his path: leaflet-dropping planes over rugby grounds, nationwide union blackouts, and decades of arrests fueling solidarity. He contrasts apartheid's societal schism with Gaza's global outrage—boycotts that broke SA vs. NZ's poll-driven fury clashing with government caution. John mourns the fade of bold, physical disruption in favor of online noise, looks at NZ's Palestine non-recognition amid Destiny Church's Israel zeal, and eyes the collective West's fraying grip. Episode Details:Duration: ~60 minutesRelease Date: Monday, October 27, 2025Guest: John Minto, Co-Chair, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa Support the Launch:Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: John Minto, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa, Springbok Tour, apartheid Gaza comparison, NZ activism history, kinetic activism, Palestine recognition NZ, Gaza protests NZ, Destiny Church Israel, collective West future#BoganIntelligentsia #JohnMinto #PalestineSolidarity #ApartheidToGaza #NZActivism 

Description:Episode 23 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Robbie Barwick breaking down the shocking extradition case of Dan Duggan—an Australian citizen, former US pilot, and father of six, locked in maximum-security prison since 2022. For legal work in 2012 at a South African test pilot school, the US falsely claims Dan provided “defense services” to Chinese pilots, despite no Australian or South African law being violated. Facing 65 years in US prison, Dan’s case exposes no US jurisdiction, no dual criminality, and a never-before-used 2018 law applied retrospectively. Australia’s complicity—funding US prosecution, denying Dan legal aid, with ASIO’s “impropriety” hidden—signals a sovereignty crisis. Robbie warns: From Assange to Duggan, any Australian could be next. This 75-minute episode demands action to protect citizenship. Listen, share, resist! Episode Details: Duration: ~75 minutes Release Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 Guest: Robbie Barwick, advocate and commentatorSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Barwick’s analysis unmasks US overreach, Australia’s betrayal, and a family’s ruin—essential for defending justice and sovereignty. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Dan Duggan, Robbie Barwick, extradition Australia, US overreach, Australian sovereignty, ASIO misconduct, retrospective law, dual criminality, geopolitical prosecution, Assange precedent#BoganIntelligentsia #DanDuggan #AustralianSovereignty #ExtraditionInjustice #USOverreach 

Description:In Episode 31 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Dr. Scott Burchill—IR scholar and Misunderstanding International Relations author—unpacks Trump’s 20-point Gaza ploy via Sharm el-Sheikh indirect talks: hostage/prisoner swaps, fragile ceasefires, withdrawals undercut by Israeli airstrikes ignoring Trump’s halt order. Deep mistrust dooms it: a land grab veiled as peace, with demilitarization/Trump-Blair oversight trapping Gazans in endless control, not surrender but US-Israel “crush” threat. Hamas’s Qatar play? Tactical acceptance for breathing room, despite flaws, as Samud Flotilla blocks and union strikes in Italy/Greece/Spain ramp global leverage on Trump-Netanyahu splits. Burchill links to his essay: Ellison clan’s CBS/Paramount/TikTok buys as Zionist “state” fix—AI/influencers laundering pro-Israel spin when publics rebel. Raise awareness via protests, boycotts, narrative challenges. This 60-minute episode summons strategy for justice. Your support fuels it—listen, share, resist! Episode Details: Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 Guest: Dr. Scott Burchill, IR expert and authorSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, monthly live Zoom Q&As, and merch discounts starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Burchill’s analysis looks objectively at Trump’s Gaza plan, exposes media capture, and charts resistance.Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Dr. Scott Burchill, Trump Gaza plan, Sharm talks, hostage exchange, land grab Gaza, Hamas strategy, Tony Blair Gaza, Samud flotilla, union protests Italy Greece Spain, Netanyahu Trump rift, Ellison media Zionist control, narrative shaping#BoganIntelligentsia #Gaza #TrumpPlan #MediaBias #Palestine 

Description:In Episode 30 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Retired Major Cameron Leckie—a 24-year Australian Army veteran turned critical analyst—breaks down Pete Hegseth's Quantico summit with US generals and admirals and its mixed reception among brass facing "shape up or ship out." He questions benefits post-meeting, especially against China's disciplined WW2 parade flex. Leckie spotlights Queensland's new Apache helicopter hub in Townsville ($4.5B US deal with infrastructure and rotations sovereignty toll—turning Australia into a US proxy. On multipolarity, Leckie slams US efforts to stifle it via India-China frictions, Middle East pacts, Afghanistan threats—evolving from police to opportunistic force, pressuring Australia's middle-power status in global systems.Episode Details: Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, October 13, 2025 Guest: Retired Major Cameron Leckie, Australian Army veteran and analystSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month) for exclusive bonus episodes, early access, and Substack Chat to connect with us and Cameron Leckie. Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, monthly live Zoom Q&As, and merch discounts starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X @Boganintelpod or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Leckie's frontline insights reveal US military fractures, Australia's base vulnerabilities, and multipolarity's imperatives—vital for fans unmasking empire and building autonomy. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Cameron Leckie, Hegseth Quantico, US military bases Australia, Apache Queensland, multipolarity, porcupine strategy, US foreign policy, China parade, Australian sovereignty#BoganIntelligentsia #Multipolarity #AUKUS #USAlliance #Geopolitics 

Description:In Episode 29 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Bacon, Australia’s trailblazing investigative journalist and activist, who exposes the chilling suppression of pro-Palestinian voices and the murky forces rigging the 2025 election. From the Combat Antisemitism Movement’s (CAM) smear campaign against Gaza protesters to St Vincent’s Hospital’s suspension of cardiologist Peter Macdonald for daring to question Israeli influence, Wendy uncovers how “antisemitism” accusations silence dissent. She probes the cancellation of a Royal Children’s Hospital panel on children in war, revealing institutional fear over Gaza discussions. With relentless reporting on “dark money” targeting Greens and Teals, Wendy ties pro-Israel and fossil fuel lobbies to election interference. Reflecting on her decades battling corruption—from environmental activism to ignored Palestinian pleas in Albanese’s electorate—she defines public interest journalism and offers hard-won advice for young reporters. This 60-minute episode is a call to confront power and amplify truth. Your support fuels this fight—listen, share! Episode Details: Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, October 6, 2025 Guest: Wendy Bacon, investigative journalist, activist, and former UTS professorSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X @Boganintelpod or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Wendy Bacon’s unyielding journalism shatters silences on pro-Palestinian censorship, political corruption, and the battle for an independent press. Essential for fans committed to unmasking power and uplifting marginalized voices. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Wendy Bacon, investigative journalism, pro-Palestinian censorship, antisemitism weaponization, Peter Macdonald, dark money, 2025 Australian election, public interest journalism, Gaza protests, Royal Children’s Hospital#BoganIntelligentsia #Palestine #FreeSpeech #Journalism #AustralianPolitics 

Description:In Episode 28 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Ahmed Alabadla, a Palestinian activist bearing witness to Gaza's unbreakable spirit amid occupation and genocide. Ahmed vividly recalls Gaza's pre-October 7th vibrancy and the societal machinery under siege, then mourns Gaza City's historic obliteration and its dire portents for Palestinian survival. He reveals the genocide's boomerang on Israel—workforce collapse, investment flight, protests, and elite whispers of state peril. Delving into Palestinian resistance's grassroots coordination in Gaza, the West Bank, and with Hezbollah, Ahmed contrasts it against the IDF's police-apartheid setup, woefully unready for clashes with Egypt, Turkey, Saudi-Pak alliances, or Iran-fueled wars hinging on U.S. crutches. We unpack Israel's biblical fever—Greater Israel dreams, red heifers, the messiah, and Amalek—and whether it's divine delusion or Netanyahu's desperate dodge. Ahmed indicts Biden's enabling and Trump's venomous escalation: Rubio-Huckabee-Witkoff zeal, fake peace traps, redevelopment delusions, and a Congress (250+ Jerusalem-bound) locking in absolutism. Is BDS the silver bullet for homeland restoration, and Australia's Palestine nod a watershed or window dressing? This 60-minute episode is a searing summons to solidarity and strategy. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the fight for justice!Episode Details:Duration: ~60 minutesRelease Date: Monday, September 22, 2025Guest: Ahmed Alabadla, Palestinian activist and Gaza chronicler Support the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help:Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month).Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238.Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe for updates.Back us on Patreon for ad-free episodes starting at $3/month.Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach. Why Listen?Ahmed Alabadla’s unyielding testimony shatters silences on Gaza's resilience, Israel's self-sabotage, and the toxic theology of endless conflict—plus blueprints like BDS for real change. Essential for fans committed to unmasking empire and uplifting Palestinian voices.Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Ahmed Alabadla, Palestinian activist, Gaza occupation, genocide cost, Palestinian resistance, IDF vulnerabilities, biblical Israel, Amalek Palestinians, Trump Palestine policy, BDS movement, Australia recognizes Palestine#BoganIntelligentsia #Palestine #Gaza #Geopolitics #BDS 

Description:In Episode 27 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Warwick Powell (@baoshaoshan), QUT adjunct professor, blockchain expert, and author of China, Trust and Digital Supply Chains. Warwick breaks down the geopolitical alignments at China’s Victory Day parade—highlighting Western isolation of Russia versus non-Western solidarity—and the reclamation of WWII narratives on China and Russia’s sacrifices, signaling a profound multipolar world order shift. He unpacks the US-China trade talks in Spain, where TikTok’s divestment and semiconductor battles took center stage, alongside China’s stunning military unveilings like JL-3 ICBMs and AI drones. Warwick also explores the “CRINK” coalition, the SCO’s 20 GW green energy push, and Australia’s strained US alliance amid Canberra’s ideological clash. This 60-minute episode is a bold exploration of historical reclamation, military power, and the post-US world. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the conversation! Episode Details:Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, September 22, 2025 Guest: Warwick Powell (@baoshaoshan), adjunct professor, blockchain expert, and authorSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon for starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Warwick Powell’s incisive breakdown of China’s Victory Day parade alignments, WWII reclamation, and the multipolar shift challenges mainstream narratives on Western isolation and non-Western solidarity. Essential for fans committed to understanding global power dynamics and sovereignty. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Warwick Powell, @baoshaoshan, China Victory Day parade, WWII reclamation, multipolar shift, US-China trade, Russia isolation, non-Western solidarity#BoganIntelligentsia #Geopolitics #ChinaRussia 

Description:In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Theo Nolan Isles (@rustinyoureye), a welder and activist who survived a car bomb placement at his home in Sydney on January 5, 2024, targeted for his pro-Palestinian activism. Theo unpacks the shocking incident—perpetrated by David Wise, who demanded he remove a Palestinian flag—and the systemic failures that followed, from police inaction to media downplaying. He delves into the influence of Zionist groups on Australian institutions, the erosion of sovereignty, and how charities funnel money to Israel. As a welder working in the steel industry, Theo also critiques the militarization of industries like Bisalloy Steel, which he believes makes Australian workers complicit in war crimes. This 60-minute episode is a powerful call to confront foreign influence, protect sovereignty, and resist the military-industrial complex. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the conversation! Episode Details: Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, September 15, 2025 Guest: Theo Nolan Isles (@rustinyoureye), welder and activistSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe for updates. Back us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, monthly live Zoom Q&As, and merch discounts starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X (@Boganintelpod) or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Theo Nolan Isles’ raw account of surviving a terrorist attack and his sharp analysis of Zionist influence, sovereignty, and the militarisation of Australian industries offer a bold challenge to mainstream narratives. This episode is essential for fans committed to understanding the personal and systemic stakes of activism. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Theo Nolan Isles, @rustinyoureye, car bomb, Zionist influence, Australian sovereignty, Bisalloy Steel, militarization, Palestine activism#BoganIntelligentsia #Palestine #AustralianPolitics 

Description:In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Eddy Jokovich, publisher of New Politics and a bold voice in Australian political commentary. Eddy dissects the web of foreign influence on Australia’s government, from ASIO’s dubious Iran antisemitism claims to the Albanese administration’s unwavering support for Israel amid global condemnation. We explore signs of a looming U.S.-Iran conflict, the erosion of Australian sovereignty, and Eddy’s vision for a truly independent diplomacy. Drawing from his article, “The Genocide is Being Televised: What Will It Take to Stop It?”, Eddy tackles the Gaza crisis and what it’ll take to halt the violence, both in Canberra and Washington. This 60-minute episode is a must-listen for fans seeking unfiltered insights into global power plays and Australia’s role in them. Your support makes this podcast possible—listen, share, and join the conversation! Episode Details: Duration: ~60 minutes Release Date: Monday, September 8, 2025 Guest: Eddy Jokovich (@eddyjokovich), publisher of New PoliticsSupport the Launch:Your support sustains our independent voice. Here’s how you can help: Subscribe for free on Substack at boganintel.com to get episodes and show notes, or go paid ($5/month). Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1AXpedojoPBnciwA2cmV2s or Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bogan-intelligentsia/id1817304238. Watch the video version on our YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@boganintel. Subscribe starting at $3/month. Share this episode on X or with your network to amplify our reach.Why Listen?Eddy Jokovich’s sharp critique of Australia’s foreign policy and his reflections on the Gaza genocide offer a powerful challenge to mainstream narratives. This episode is essential for fans committed to understanding global conflicts and Australia’s complicity. Paid supporters can submit questions for our “Intelligentsia Roundtable” bonus episodes. Thank You, Fans:Your commitment has brought this podcast to life. Join us in building the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast and help shape a community for bold ideas. Keywords: Eddy Jokovich, foreign influence, Australian sovereignty, Gaza genocide, Israel-Iran conflict#BoganIntelligentsia #Gaza #AustralianPolitics