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Episode 16: Power out - Why & How of our power failure

2022-06-1715:55

So, the electricity between Kate and Jeremy is missing this week, as it seems to be with most of Australia. Why are people being asked to turn off the lights? Why are our power bills becoming so high? When will it end, and who is to blame? Hopefully, you leave this podcast with a better understanding and not be left in the dark about our electricity failures. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 15: Uluru statement from the heart

2022-06-0315:40

So a new Government, and the first thing Australia's new PM committed his government to do was implement the full Uluru Statement from the heart document. So what is it? What does it want to do? Kate and Jeremy discuss the document, how we got to this point, and the chances of it being delivered. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 13: Election 2022 (again)

2022-05-0916:56

So another week of the election and so another week of Jeremy & Kate on the Election, what a surprise...... This week, we talk advertising, betting, ScoMo & Albo as names for our political leaders, and more. Enjoy less than two weeks to go, folks....... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 9: Russia & Ukraine a thousand years of history

2022-03-2413:26

We are back, and so much to talk about. In this two-part podcast, we first look at Ukraine and Russia's long history. Over a thousand years of history. How are they linked? What has been the interaction over the years? Why does Russia see Ukraine as theirs, and how as this independent spirit come about from the Ukrainian people? Stay tuned for part 2 as we next talk about NATO, the EU, the Americans and how they are all involved and relate to what is happening in Ukraine. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 14: Final week of the Election

2022-05-1815:03

So this is it (Thank god we hear you say)—the final week of the Federal election. So Kate and Jeremy talk about how they count your votes and why you need to number every box? Don't worry; Kate makes sure Jeremy doesn't spiral too far down his nerdy political wormhole of political excitement. And predictions - who will win #Ausvotes2022!!!!!!. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 12: Australian Federal Election 2022 part 2 review

2022-04-2814:59

Thankfully for all, Kate is back. In this podcast, Kate and Jeremy discuss the ongoing Australian Federal election. Some of the issues that have been raised and Kate has a few questions on Independents, Scottie's popularity or lack thereof and what that might mean, what happens if you live in a so-called "safe seat". And lots more rubbish. A good light-hearted but informative (we hope) look at Election 2022. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 8: The Taiwan Tussle

2021-11-2214:53

So Mitch is worried about World War III. Should he be? Why are we even talking about war? It has to do with a place called Taiwan. Once again, Jeremy & Kate cut through the crap (and maybe some facts) to talk about Taiwan, China, USA & Peter Dutton Vs Paul Keating. SOO much to discuss, so little time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 7: How does Parliament work & who is Dorothy, what the hell does she have to do with politics?

2021-11-1514:55

Why are all Minister's friends of Dorothy when it comes to Parliament? What happens there? How does it happen? Well, Jeremy & Kate once again dig deep (well actually they think they do).... but at least you might find out something new about how the sausage machine of law-making works or doesn't work in Australian politics. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 3: Climate change & Glasgow what's it all about?

2021-10-1815:03

For over 10 years, Australia has been left out in the cold when committing to action on Climate Change. Why is this an issue now? Why is The Queen and Prince Charles upset with the PM? What the sh!t is happening...... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 2: What happened to Glads?? (now EX Premier of NSW)

2021-10-1112:55

So some serious sh!t went down in the State of New South Wales. The very popular Premier seemed to resign right out of the blue... in the middle of Covid. What the hell happened? Why? Kate & Jeremy tackle the big questions and more (actually, there isn't more. We just wanted to give you the feeling of greater value for the podcast). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 1: The French & Submarines, what's the go?

2021-10-0611:29

In the first X&Y of Serious Sh!t podcast, Kate & Jeremy talk about why the French want to spit in our general direction and why the US & UK have fallen even more in love with their Aussie mates. We take a deep dive (Jeremy's pun) into all the fuss over Australia's new submarines. evMuzYfoVJohAfSI50UT --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 11: Australian Federal Election 2022

2022-04-1312:21

So Jeremy is flying solo this episode as Kate is off on leave. While this is all his Christmases coming at once (a free microphone to talk about politics), he does control himself, though not as entertaining as if Kate was there. A quick overview of the election and some IMPORTANT information to ensure you are registered to vote. Happy campaign everyone....... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 10: Ukraine part 2

2022-04-0114:06

This week we look at the more recent history of Ukraine and look a bit more deeply at its relationship with NATO and look at why it is crucial in understanding the Russian actions against Ukraine. We talk about the dancing President that has united the country in a way it has never seen in over a thousand years. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 6: Political Factions - The Parties inside a party!!!!

2021-11-0814:42

What the hell are factions when we are talking politics? Well, we a have a quick look (that is all your stomach could handle) at what factions are inside the Labor & Liberal parties. How powerful are they? Who is in them? Are they the same in both parties? Find out and more with Jeremy & Kate, talk their regular sh!t. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 5: Housing UNaffordability & how bloody boomers and Xers took it all

2021-11-0112:56

So let's talk Real Estate... or no Estate for more and more people, especially Gen Y and below. Was this always the way? Why can't Gen Y afford to have their own house to enjoy their Avacado on Toast? A special request from a listener to talk serious sh!t about housing affordability in Australia. Enjoy, follow and share. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

Episode 4: Scotty & Premier's who has power over who?

2021-10-2513:46

So who is the boss? Is it the Premiers? Is it PM Scotty? Who is in charge of what? Well, the answer to these and other important questions are covered by Jeremy & Kate in this weeks episode. Who runs Australia? The States or the Federal Government???? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xandypodcast/message

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