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The Five Minute Advocate Podcast

Community Broadcasting Association of Australia

Australian perspectives on the week"s neglected social aspects of life, too often ignored by economics-driven priorities. These undermine our options for good societies, not just growth. Eva Cox is a well-known sociologist and public feminist commentator with a long involvement in advocacy for more civil societies. Julie Macken has a wealth of experience as a journalist for AFR and New Matilda and has worked with a variety of non-profit organisations. Produced for community radio stations across

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4:41

Monetising the Mess - with Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/06/21

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva explains what the make-up of the Senate means for the new government, and what it means for restoring social policies in our society. As the make-up of the Senate is not in the favor of the government, will the other Senators help push social reforms?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:16

The 'performance' of National Security - with Julie...

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/06/14

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie breaks down the Department of Home Affairs and explains how the department has been performative rather than constructive. With a change in government comes a chance for real, sustained, and humane change in this department and it's legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

4:29

It's time for a Social Contract - with Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/06/07

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva explains that even though an ALP government has been elected, it doesn't mean our social issues will automatically be fixed. We need a social contract to ensure that the basic pillars of living in a society are upheld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:20

The Media and the Election - with Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/05/31

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie breaks down the coverage of the election campaign by the mainstream media. There was a huge disconnect between the electorate and the coverage that was being spun by the media outlets. Why is this? And how can we make it better for the next election cycle?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:12

No matter who wins, it's community that will carry us...

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/05/17

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie reminds us how it's really the community that picks up the pieces and does the heavy lifting after a crisis, not the government. And it's the community that will continue to do so no matter who is elected this Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

4:51

'Women's Issues' are all of our Issues - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/05/10

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Eva explains how the phrase 'women's work' is outdated and wrong. The caring sector and work that is generally considered women's work is under-resourced and underpaid. So, how do we change it? Not labeling them as 'Women's Issues' is certainly one way to start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:17

Community is missing from the Election - Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/05/03

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie reminds us of our sense of community, and how important it has been over the last few years. She highlights how this federal election campaign has been missing the voices and input of our community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:07

Childcare, for community or profit? - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/04/27

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate Eva breaks down the inequity in childcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:10

What matters this election? - Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/04/18

Communities ideas on what matters this election campaign is shifting, says Julie Macken. After a rough few years people are feeling more vulnerable and haven't got time for the 'gotcha' moments from the mainstream media. Take Five Minutes to listen to what matters on this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:08

Election anxiety - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/04/14

Eva opens up this episodes and expresses how many of us are feeling. With major global events taking place that are affecting our future at home, this election feels more important than ever. Across the board people are wanting leaders of all political persuasions to take action on what matters to them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

4:29

The new reality - Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/04/05

In this episode of The Five Minute Advocate, Julie walks us through the timeline of denial from elected politicians when dealing with climate change. With the upcoming election she questions whether this new reality we're all living in will be addressed by Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

4:54

Budget Cuts Are In - with Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/03/29

On this episode of The Five Minute Advocate Eva Cox foresights what is in the Budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:18

'Xenophobic' election tactics - Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/03/22

On this episode of The Five Minute Advocate Julie Macken breaks down the federal governments tactics of using the Migration Amendment Bill to create 'fear' before the election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:03

Is the election overshadowing tangible change? - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/03/15

In this episode Eva gives space to stop and think about the future we want far beyond the impending election. She warns that big election promises could overshadow the questions people are still seeking answers for in the wake of devastation from floods and if governments will be making serious commitments to manage and deal with the affects of climate change? Eva also looks towards 'the annual trust survey which shows that there is a deep distrust of government and it's increasing. If we don't

en-AU

6:14

Is Australia a safe haven for Russian oligarch...

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/03/08

Julie is back and means business, the non tax avoidance type! In her first episode back she reminds us of a 2016 broken election promise from the Coalition made to stamp out multi-national tax avoidance. She argues that the governments failure to establish a beneficial tax ownership register could be helping Russian oligarchs use Australia as a financial safe haven today. And this issue is not just about the international effects from the lack of corporate and tax transparency, "Tax is primarily

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5:00

Welcome Back - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2022/03/02

"I don't think we've opened up a year with as many crisis as we have at the moment", Eva notes in the first episode to begin our 2022 season of The Five Minute Advocate. All though things are a bit 'scary' at the moment, in this episode Eva reminds us to look at situations with a clear mind for best solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:59

Freedom, Explained - with Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2021/12/14

So, what is freedom? This is a term that has been thrown around a lot lately and is a phrase that has been coined by some radical groups during the pandemic. Is it freedom if we do not have enough food to eat? Or cannot afford healthcare? What really is freedom if we live in a privatised world and society. Eva explains how our liberal democracy may not be as free as we might assume.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:57

"What's The Worst That Could Happen?" - Julie Macken

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2021/12/07

On this weeks Five Minute Advocate Julie discusses the themes in MP Andrew Leigh's latest book "What's The Worst That Could Happen?" in contrast to an alarming situation that took place in her world this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:09

What is a social contract? - Eva Cox

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2021/12/01

Eva breaks down how the idea of a social contract used to be entrenched in voting and how it has now dissolved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:12

Whispering disapproval of facts & shouting support of...

The Five Minute Advocate Podcast ·

2021/11/23

This week Julie Macken explores the place of political propaganda within the current context of Scott Morrisons light hand touch to disapproving antivax and right wing extremist ideas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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