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Not Stupid

Not Stupid is the podcast that helps you understand the news of the week and the stories in your social media feed. Julia Baird and Jeremy Fenandez chat about the stories they are obsessed with and the stories you may have missed. They look at what shapes our politics here in Australia from Anthony Albanese to Peter Dutton. As the Federal Election looms they’ll unpack and explain some of the big issues that might affect your vote. Jules and Jez also try to explain what’s going on in the world

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26:28

The fallout of the Pentagon’s huge intelligence leak

Not Stupid ·

2023/04/14

US officials have arrested a 21-year-old air national guardsman in connection with one of its biggest leaks of classified documents since WikiLeaks. It has caused havoc for the US and its allies, and a risk to Ukraine's spring offensive.Also on the podcast: are aged care reforms backfiring? And party politics and the Voice to Parliament: the Liberal Party's shadow Indigenous Affairs spokesperson quit the frontbench this week, so that he can campaign for a ‘Yes' vote.

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29:32

Interest rates on hold, so will it get easier to find...

Not Stupid ·

2023/04/06

Rates are on hold, after 10 consecutive increases so what happens next and what does it tell us about the global economy? Also warnings the housing shortage could last for years, but the Federal Government’s housing plan is being blocked in Parliament

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30:00

Trump has been indicted. What’s next?

Not Stupid ·

2023/03/31

Donald Trump has been indicted but will the charges laid against the former President play right into his hands as he bids for a second term in the White House?Also we've seen a major moment for climate policy in Australia as the Greens reluctantly wave the Government’s signature policy through parliament. Will it actually work though?

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30:00

Why are Nazis going to anti-trans protests?

Not Stupid ·

2023/03/24

A number of states are moving to ban the Nazi salute after violent protests, but can a ban tackle far-right extremism?And the Federal Government has announced the proposed wording for the Voice Referendum, so what happens next?

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30:00

Will nuclear submarines protect us?

Not Stupid ·

2023/03/17

It's the biggest defence spend in our history, so will the AUKUS submarines protect us? And can they really be delivered on time and within budget? Also the US Government stepped in to assist the struggling Silicon Valley Bank but why did it fail and what does it mean for the global banking sector?

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30:00

When will the rate rises end?

Not Stupid ·

2023/03/10

The Reserve Bank delivered its tenth straight interest rate rise this week, causing plenty of pain for mortgage holders. So when will the interest rate hikes end? Also, the Coalition's Robodebt scheme affected the lives of hundreds of thousands of Australians. So as public hearings into the scheme come to an end, what have we learnt?

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30:00

A small change to super or a big political risk?

Not Stupid ·

2023/03/03

The Federal Government has announced super changes that will take effect after the next election. It’s a small change but with big political risks, so what will Labor do next?Also, the Federal Government has announced a review of how Australia Post operates but can it ever compete with delivery giants like Amazon?

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30:00

What will the Government do to your super?

Not Stupid ·

2023/02/24

The Government has flagged some potential small changes to the super system, so what will it do to your savings? Also, its a year since Russian forces invaded Ukraine. We hear an incredible story of survival and resilience from a former resident of Mariupol.

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30:00

Interest rates and bank profits: what's next for the...

Not Stupid ·

2023/02/17

The unemployment rate is rising, but the Reserve Bank boss has made it clear that interest rates will keep going up too. So what will it mean for the economy?. Also, the US President says the latest objects shot down by the military weren't linked to Chinese surveillance. We look at what the balloon saga tells us about the state of international espionage.

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30:00

Big questions emerge from the Türkiye quake zone

Not Stupid ·

2023/02/10

This Week catches you up and makes sense of the big events dominating your news feed.

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30:00

Can GP super clinics fix Medicare?

Not Stupid ·

2023/02/03

The Government says the Health system is in the worst shape its been in 40 years…so can it be fixed?Also advocates of the Voice met in Canberra this week… but the No campaign is firming up too in what looks like an increasingly messy battle.

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30:00

Will alcohol bans reduce crime in Alice Springs?

Not Stupid ·

2023/01/27

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese flew to Alice Springs this week as the crime rate there soars. We'll look at whether alcohol restrictions are likely to help.Also, Ukraine gets new tanks from the US and Germany as it attempts to fight a Russian offensive in the Spring.

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30:00

How did Jacinda Ardern change politics?

Not Stupid ·

2023/01/20

New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced she is quitting politics. Her leadership style demanded attention at home and abroad, so has she changed the face of politics?Also, we take a look at the Wagner group, the secretive mercenaries fighting with Russia in Ukraine.

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30:00

What role did conspiracy groups play in the QLD...

Not Stupid ·

2022/12/16

There are more questions than answers after the horrific shootings in Queensland, but we look at the role extremist conspiracy theories may have played. Also, the Government’s energy bill passes the Parliament but gas suppliers warn it’ll actually force prices up. So who’s telling the truth?

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26:54

Will power prices come down?

Not Stupid ·

2022/12/09

The Federal Government promised to bring down electricity bills and this week they struck a deal to try and do just that. So will it work and how quickly? Also, it is taking longer to see a doctor and often it’s costing us more. For years we’ve heard the answer is more GPs, but is there another way to fix Medicare?

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28:24

Brittany Higgins, Bruce Lehrmann and the difficulties...

Not Stupid ·

2022/12/02

The Brittany Higgins case won’t go to re-trial after a decision was made that the trauma of a new trial was considered too much. So what can be done to ease the burden on alleged victims facing court?Also debate over an Indigenous Voice to Parliament exploded this week. If you’re confused about what it all means, you’re not alone. We’ll run you through the basics and why it matters.

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28:33

Is the World Cup an own goal for Qatar?

Not Stupid ·

2022/11/25

The first week of the World Cup in Qatar has been clouded by controversy. We look into the phenomena of “sportswashing” and whether it’s sullied the beautiful game. Also, the Albanese government is attempting to overhaul industrial relations laws. We ask what will success or failure mean for the economy and your pay packet?

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30:00

Can we keep a lid on flood insurance premiums?

Not Stupid ·

2022/11/18

The flood crisis is continuing in central Western NSW with hundreds of houses inundated, but are there ways to stop insurance premiums rising? Also, fears about an escalation of Russia’s war in Europe rose this week after a missile fell in Polish territory. We look at what we know so far.

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28:21

What do the midterms mean for the future of US politics?

Not Stupid ·

2022/11/11

The red wave that wasn’t…Republicans disappointed by an underwhelming mid-term result in the US - and Donald Trump emerges as the biggest loser. Also soft plastic recycling schemes suspended.. We look into whether the system can be salvaged.

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27:17

Why interest rates will stay high for years

Not Stupid ·

2022/11/04

Inflation is once again outstripping government forecasts, despite seven interest rate rises. We ask what more can be done to drive down inflation?And China has warned Australia could trigger an arms race this week, as the US plans to deploy long-range bombers to the Northern Territory. Is it making us safer?

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