2 Worlds Collide Podcast
Hosted by Sam Bamford, an Australian Army Combat Veteran and former Paratrooper who deployed to Afghanistan in 2012, the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast is driven by curiosity and a deep interest in people living diverse lives. Sam brings compelling conversations with individuals from various backgrounds, exploring their achievements, challenges, and how a powerful mindset has shaped their journey. Tune in for motivational stories and inspiring insights as guests share how they’ve turned adversity into advantage. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or looking to learn about the power of resilience, this podcast offers lessons for navigating life’s toughest challenges.
Episodes
#128 - Michael Shellenberger - Australia Is the Testing Ground for Censorship
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with award-winning journalist and Twitter Files reporter Michael Shellenberger, fresh from CPAC and two days of meetings in Canberra, to talk about the Digital Duty of Care Bill and what he calls the push for mass censorship in Australia.
Michael shares what happened when he sat down with Labor Party staffers to discuss the bill, and wh
#127 - George Mamalis - Is Australia Losing It's Identity?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with George Mamalis, South Australian Coordinator for Turning Point Australia, for a wide-ranging conversation about South Australian politics, free speech, national identity, history and Australia’s future.
We discuss South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas and the state’s political direction, before turning to Anika Wells’ recent s
#126 - David Craig - This Is What’s Happening Inside The AFP
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with former Australian Federal Police Detective Superintendent Dr David Craig for a wide-ranging conversation about the AFP, national security and the changing relationship between law enforcement and government in Australia.
David spent 22 years with the AFP, working across major investigations, counter-terrorism and covert operations,
Monologue #11 | This Isn’t Online Safety. It’s Mass Censorship
🎙 In This Monologue of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down what I believe is the Albanese Government’s plan for mass censorship in Australia, hidden behind the language of “online safety” and the Digital Duty of Care Bill.
I pull apart the proposed laws, the powers surrounding the eSafety Commissioner, government-authorised “sock puppet” accounts, algorithms and what this could mean for fre
#125 - Kane Guglielmi - Tax For You, Tax Exempt For Them?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Australian filmmaker Kane Guglielmi, writer and director of the documentary Common Wealth.
We discuss Kane’s documentary, Australia’s housing and cost-of-living crisis, taxation, government spending and whether the system is actually working for everyday Australians.
We also go hard on the Australia Institute, its political influen
#124 - Mark Nicholson - The Man Behind The Andrew Hastie Cartoon
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Mark Nicholson, the man behind Pauline Hanson’s Please Explain cartoon series and One Nation’s lead candidate for Northern Metropolitan at the upcoming Victorian state election.
We discuss how Please Explain began, working with Pauline Hanson, the controversy surrounding the cartoons and how political satire has become a powerful w
Monologue #10 | One Nation Has Hastie, Lambie & The RSL In Full Meltdown
🎙 In this monologue of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down the latest attacks on One Nation and why Australian veterans are now being dragged into the political fight.
I discuss Andrew Hastie, Jacqui Lambie and the RSL, including Hastie’s claim that an attack on one veteran is an attack on all veterans. But where was that same support when Ben Roberts-Smith was under attack?
I also look at
#123 - George Mamalis (The Adelaide Set) - Is Australia Heading Towards Mass Censorship?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down once again with George Mamalis from The Adelaide Set for a wide-ranging conversation about censorship, free speech and the increasingly heated political climate in Australia.
We discuss the current Labor Government and the growing debate around new laws and proposals that could impact what Australians can say, see and access online, and
Monologue #9 | Labor’s War On One Nation Is Getting Dangerous
🎙 In this Monologue, I break down Labor’s escalating attacks on One Nation and the increasingly aggressive language being used against political opponents. When politicians and the media continually use extreme labels and rhetoric, at what point does that language risk inciting real-world hostility and violence?
I then discuss the latest push to target the so-called “manosphere” and why I believe
#122 - Scott Challen - Australians Are Starting To Push Back, And The Government Knows It
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Scott Challen for a conversation about where Australia is headed and why more Australians are becoming concerned about the direction of the country.
We discuss the attacks from the socialist side of politics on those pushing common-sense views, Australia’s natural resources sector and why our resources are so important to the natio
#121 - Andre Mamet - The Media Tried To Destroy Him For Putting Australia First
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andre Mamet, a young Australian nationalist and patriot who has found himself at the centre of intense media scrutiny over his political views and involvement in Australian politics.
Andre has recently been the subject of coverage from major Australian media outlets, including the Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and the ABC. In this
Monologue #8 | Ben Roberts-Smith Hunted Their Murderer... Now The Government Is Coming After Him
🎙 In this Monologue, I reflect on the 14th anniversary of the murder of three Australian soldiers in Afghanistan and the disgraceful reality that Hekmatullah is a free man, while our own Afghanistan veterans continue to face investigations and prosecutions.
I then break down the hypocrisy surrounding the Sydney Swans situation and the trial by media before the full facts are even known, while othe
#120 - Edward Schuller - What The Hell Are We Teaching Our Kids?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Edward Schuller for a wide-ranging conversation about what’s being taught to Australian kids, mass immigration, the direction of the Albanese Government, and the dangers Edward sees in Australia moving further towards socialist policies.
We discuss the influence of politics and ideology in education, what Australian children are be
#119 - Ben Duxson (Farmers Fightback) - Australian Farmers Are Fighting Back Against The Government
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ben Duxson from Farmers Fightback for a conversation about the battle facing Victorian farmers, their fight against the Victorian Government, and what Ben believes is happening to farming communities across the state.
Ben breaks down the pressures farmers are facing, concerns around government regulation and land acquisition, and w
#118 - George Mamalis (The Adelaide Set) - One Nation Is Reshaping Australian Politics
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with George Mamalis from The Adelaide Set for a wide-ranging conversation about the rapidly changing political landscape in Australia, the upcoming elections in Victoria and New South Wales, the rise of One Nation, and what all of this could mean for the future of the country.
George has spent years involved in Australian politics and i
Monologue #7 | Pauline Hanson Protested, $150M Climate Madness & The WAFL Gender Debate
🎙 In this Monologue, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week.
From the protests against Pauline Hanson and the political reaction surrounding them, to Chris Bowen and the government's plans to spend around $150 million associated with hosting a major global climate conference, and the continuing debate over biological males competing in female sport — p
#117 - Peter Evans - Censorship, Government Control & Media Manipulation
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Pete Evans for a wide-ranging conversation about censorship, government control, media manipulation, and what happened to him after he began publicly challenging the establishment.
Once one of Australia's most recognisable celebrity chefs, Pete found himself at the centre of enormous controversy during the COVID era. We talk about
#116 - Issac Butterfield - What The Hell Happened To Australia?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Australian comedian Isaac Butterfield for a no-holds-barred conversation about the current state of Australian politics, comedy, censorship, and the progressive culture being pushed into almost every part of modern life.
Isaac has built a massive following by refusing to filter himself, and in this episode we get into why comedy an
#115 - Phillip Thompson OAM MP - Australia Can't Afford Another Labor Government
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Federal Member for Herbert and Afghanistan veteran Phil Thompson for a candid conversation about his service in Afghanistan, his transition into politics, the current state of Australia, and why he believes the Albanese Government must be defeated at the next election.
Phil shares his experiences serving our country overseas, the l
#114 - Jamie Johnston - The Rise of One Nation and Where Australia Is Headed
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jaimie Johnstone for a wide-ranging conversation about Australia's current political landscape, the rise of One Nation, and where our country may be headed.
We discuss the growing dissatisfaction with the major parties, why more Australians are looking for alternatives, the increasing influence of independent voices online, and wha
#113 - Senator Alex Antic - Is Australia Becoming a Socialist Country?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic for an in-depth conversation about the direction of Australia under the Albanese Government, the growing debate around censorship, the role of the mainstream media, and the future of free speech.
We discuss concerns about government policy, the increasing influence of the state in everyday life, why some critics
#112 - Melissa Kupsch - Big Pharma vs Homeopathy: What Every Australian Should Know
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Melissa Kupsch, an experienced homeopath, for an in-depth conversation about homeopathy, natural health, the influence of Big Pharma, and why more Australians are looking beyond conventional medicine.
Melissa explains what homeopathy is, how it works, and why many people have turned to it for themselves and their families. We also
Monologue #6 | Pauline Hanson, The Left's Meltdown & Islamophobia
🎙 In this Monologue, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week.
From the backlash surrounding Pauline Hanson and the debate over Islamophobia, to the left's reaction, political double standards, and the broader conversation around free speech, there's plenty to unpack.
No scripts, no spin—just my thoughts on what's happening in Australia right now.
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#111 - Former Brigadier Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar - "Senior Leaders Abandoned Our Soldiers"
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar, former Australian Special Forces Brigadier, for an in-depth conversation about the ongoing war crimes allegations, the Brereton Inquiry, leadership within the Australian Defence Force, and where Australia goes from here.
Drawing on decades of military service and leadership, Dan shares his perspective on t
#110 - Professor B. Beaumont Whitford - "Australia Has Forgotten How To Think"
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Professor B. Beaumont Whitford for a fascinating conversation covering leadership, philosophy, Australian culture, writing, free speech, and the ideas shaping our future.
A former Air Force member, professor, entrepreneur, comedian and author, Beaumont brings a unique perspective to the discussion as we explore the importance of cr
#109 - Former Commando Eddie Robertson - They're Trying To Destroy Australian Patriotism
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with former Australian Special Forces 2 Commando operator Eddie Robertson for an honest and unfiltered conversation about the Ben Roberts-Smith saga, the attack on Australian veterans, nationalism, patriotism, and where Australia is heading.
We unpack the ongoing Ben Roberts-Smith situation, why so many veterans believe Australia's Spec
Monologue #5 | Jacinta Allan Referred To IBAC, Albo's Podcast & Globalism
🎙 In Monologue #5 of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week.
From the corruption allegations surrounding Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and her referral to IBAC, to Anthony Albanese's appearance on a podcast and his comments about Kylie Minogue, plus Senator Malcolm Roberts' warnings about globalism and where Australia is
Monologue #4 | Politicians Have Become A National Embarrassment
🎙 In Monologue #4 of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week.
From Senator Charlotte Walker's TikToks and the growing trend of politicians making a mockery of Parliament through social media, to Julia Gillard walking back her comments on the Sex Discrimination Act, Pat Conroy's attack on Robert Menzies, and Andrew Hastie's
Monologue #3 | Karl Stefanovic, Loser Politicians & The Dave Hughes 180
🎙 In this episode of The "Someone Had To Say It" Monologue, I break down some of the biggest stories making headlines across Australia this week.
From politicians chasing TikTok likes instead of tackling the issues that actually matter, to Dave Hughes' dramatic 180, the ongoing Karl Stefanovic fallout, Senator Michaelia Cash taking it to Clare O'Neil, and the continued decline of Australia's mains
#108 - Nathan Marks (The Curly Show) - The Return Of Common Sense
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Nathan Marks — the man behind The Curly Show, a podcast he runs out of his van — for a funny, honest and unfiltered conversation about cancel culture, comedy, normal life and the future of Australia.
We dive into Nathan’s journey building The Curly Show, the type of conversations he is having around the country, and why his laid-ba
#107 - Steve Baxter - Labor's Budget Will Destroy Australia's Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Steve Baxter — entrepreneur, investor, former Shark Tank Australia judge, and founder of Beaten Zone Venture Partners — for a direct and confronting conversation about the Australian economy, politics, veterans, and the future of the country.
We dive into the recent Federal Budget and the direction Labor and the Greens are taking A
#106 - Calista Clements - Monoculture, University Indoctrination & National Identity
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Calista Clements — conservative political commentator and advocate for free speech and Western values — for a direct and confronting conversation about culture, education, and the future of Australia.
We dive into the growing debate around monoculture versus multiculturalism — discussing national identity, social cohesion, and what
#105 - Troy Candy - Australia Is Becoming Harder To Succeed In
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Troy Williams, better known to many as Troy Candy — entrepreneur, business owner, and social figure — for a direct and confronting conversation about Victoria, business, and the future of Australia.
We dive into what many see as the decline of Victoria — discussing rising costs, government policy, the business environment, and why
#104 - Ex SAS Operator Andrew “Horse” Hudson - Afghanistan, Betrayal & Rebuilding Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andrew "Horse" Hudson — former Australian SAS operator and veteran of multiple deployments to Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about combat, courage, betrayal, and rebuilding Australia.
We dive into Horse’s military career and operational deployments, discussing the realities of war, the sacrifices made by th
#103 - Former SAS Captain Mark Wales - Immigration, War & Australia’s Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Mark Wales — former SAS Captain, combat veteran, entrepreneur, and author — for a direct and confronting conversation about combat, immigration, alleged war crimes, and the challenges facing Australia today.
We dive into Mark’s military career and combat deployments, discussing the realities of serving in some of the world's most d
#102 - Dr Joanna Howe - Pro-Life Laws, Immigration & The Future of Australia
(At the request of Joanna and James, I removed two short 5-second clips from this episode. I normally don’t do this, but respected the guests’ request on this occasion.)
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dr Joanna Howe and James Howe for a direct, fiery, and challenging conversation about abortion laws, immigration, national identity, and the future of Australia.
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#101 - Senator Jacinta Price - Immigration, The Budget & Australia’s Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jacinta Price — Senator for the Northern Territory — for a direct and confronting conversation about the Australian budget, immigration, national identity, and where the country is heading.
We dive into the recent budget — unpacking the pressure everyday Australians are feeling through rising costs, housing affordability, taxation,
#100 - Heston Russell - Ex Special Forces Commando Speaks on Australian Politics, Media & Immigration
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Heston Russell — former Special Forces Commando and veteran of deployments to Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about war, veterans, media narratives, and the future of Australia.
We dive into the growing attack on Australian veterans — discussing the fallout from recent years, the Ben Roberts-Smith situation,
#99 - Dean Burgess - Ex 2 Commando Operator Speaks on Ben Roberts-Smith, Immigration & Australia’s Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dean Burgess — former 2 Commando Special Forces operator and veteran of tours in Iraq and Afghanistan — for a direct and confronting conversation about the state of Australia, the treatment of veterans, and the issues many people are too afraid to talk about publicly.
We dive into the attack on Australian veterans — discussing the
#98 - Harry Garside - Identity, Immigration & Mindset
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Harry Garside — for a raw and unfiltered conversation about identity, pressure, and staying true to who you are in today’s world.
We dive into identity — how Harry has navigated expectations, criticism, and public perception while carving out his own path both inside and outside the ring.
We also unpack immigration and culture — di
#97 - Senator Alex Antic - Roberts-Smith, Immigration, Energy Chaos & ASIO Powers
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic — for a direct and unfiltered conversation about some of the biggest and most controversial issues facing Australia right now.
We dive into the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case — unpacking the national debate, media coverage, and what this situation means for veterans, accountability, and public trust.
We also e
#96 - The Hon. John Ruddick - Government Trust, Immigration & Who Takes Power Next
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with the Honourable John Ruddick — Member of the NSW Legislative Council — for a direct and unfiltered conversation about the current state of Australia and the political decisions shaping the country.
We dive into growing concerns around government transparency, the narratives being pushed in politics, and why many Australians are losi
#95 - Lisa Spencer - DEI (Didn't Earn It), Retardation & The Disconnect Happening In Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Lisa Spencer — commentator and outspoken voice on culture, identity, and modern Australia — for a direct and unfiltered conversation about some of the most divisive topics in the country right now.
We dive into DEI (Didn't, Earn & It), the “woke” culture, and how these ideas are shaping institutions, workplaces, and everyday Au
#94 - Scott Jones AKA Scojo - The Truth About Ben Roberts-Smith
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Scott Jones — former Special Forces operator — for a direct and unfiltered breakdown of one of the most controversial cases in Australia right now.
We dive deep into the Ben Roberts-Smith situation — unpacking the allegations, the 21 witnesses, and the reality of fighting a war that most Australians will never truly understand.
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#93 - Jackson Warne - This Is Why Australians Are Losing Trust In The Government
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jackson Warne for a direct and open conversation about what’s happening in Australia right now and the conversations many people feel aren’t being had honestly.
We dive into one of the most talked about issues in the country — the treatment of Ben Roberts-Smith. We unpack the broader conversation around soldiers, war, accountabilit
#92 - Andrew Carpenter - Taking On Predators & The Super For Survivors Reform
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Carpenter — lawyer and advocate — for a direct conversation about the work he’s doing to protect vulnerable Australians and hold serious offenders accountable.
Andrew has built a reputation for taking on some of the toughest cases in the country. Through his legal work, he has been directly involved in pursuing justice, advo
#91 - Kangaroo Jack - Identity, Immigration & The Future of Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Kangaroo Jack — a young Indigenous Australian and passionate voice for Australia-first thinking — for a direct conversation about identity, culture, and the future of the country.
Kangaroo Jack has been speaking out on issues surrounding Australian identity, national pride, and what it means to put Australia and its people first. I
#90 - Gerard Rennick - Australia’s Future, Fuel Crisis & The Two-Party System
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Gerard Rennick — Former Queensland Senator and outspoken political voice — for a direct conversation about the current state of Australia.
Rennick has become known for his strong views on economic policy, government decision-making, and the direction of the country. In this episode, we dive into the realities of the two-party syste
#89 - Senator Bridget Mckenzie - Fuel Crisis & The Future of Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Bridget McKenzie — Federal Senator for Victoria and Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development — for a direct conversation about the issues shaping Australia right now.
Senator McKenzie has been a long-standing voice in Australian politics, particularly around regional Australia, infras
#88 - 2WC Debate: Drew Pavlou vs Will Mitchell | Foreign Influence, Israel/Iran & What is Australia First?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, we host the first ever 2 Worlds Collide Debate — featuring Drew Pavlou and Will Mitchell — for a direct, unfiltered discussion on some of the most controversial and divisive issues shaping Australia and the world right now.
This isn’t your typical podcast — this is a head-to-head debate, where both sides go deep on topics that most platforms won’t
#87 - Dr Joanna Howe - Pro-Life, Immigration & Australia’s Political Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Dr Joanna Howe — legal academic and public commentator — for a direct conversation about some of the most debated issues in Australia today.
Dr Howe has become a prominent voice in national discussions around abortion law, immigration policy, and the broader cultural and political landscape. Her work and advocacy have placed her at
#86 - Ashton Hurn - Leader of the SA Liberal Party | Cost of Living, Energy & the Future of SA
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ashton Hurn — Leader of the South Australian Liberal Party — for a direct conversation about the future of South Australia ahead of the upcoming state election on March 21.
With South Australians heading to the polls soon, we break down the key issues shaping the state right now — from the cost-of-living crisis and housing pressure
#85 - Jeremy Van Akerlaken AKA Clown Repellent - Nothing Is Off Limits
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jeremy Van Akerlaken — better known online as Clown Repellent — for a raw, unfiltered conversation about culture, politics, free speech, and the issues many people feel are being ignored by mainstream media.
Jeremy has built a large following online by doing something simple but increasingly rare: saying exactly what he thinks. Thr
#84 - Cory Bernadi - Inside the Political Crisis Facing Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Cory Bernardi — former Australian Senator and current lead One Nation candidate for South Australia’s Legislative Council in the upcoming state election — for a direct and wide-ranging conversation about the future of Australia, the failures of modern politics, and the growing disconnect between government and everyday Australians.
#83 - Amos Gill - Politics Is a Joke (But Also Not)
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Amos Gill — one of Australia’s funniest and most globally recognised comedians — for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation about life, geopolitics, culture, and the absurdity of modern existence.
Amos has built a remarkable career from Adelaide to the world stage — starting as a runner-up in triple j’s RAW C
#82 - Senator Alex Antic - Free Speech, Oversight and Australia’s Political Tension
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic for a direct, unfiltered conversation on free speech, government oversight, and the growing political tension shaping Australia’s future.
Alex is one of the most outspoken voices in federal parliament when it comes to civil liberties, and in this episode we dig into why free speech is being narrowed, how governme
#81 - Ben Duxson - Farmers Fight Back Against the Green Land Grab
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Ben Duxson, a farmer from rural Victoria, for a raw, unfiltered conversation on land, livelihoods, and the growing conflict between government policy and the people who feed the country.
Ben is part of Farmers Fightback, a grassroots organisation pushing back against government policies that farmers say are threatening productive f
#80 - Senator Barnaby Joyce - When Government Decisions Hit Home
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Barnaby Joyce for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation on service, responsibility, and the growing crises facing everyday Australians.
Barnaby comes from a proud military family, and we begin by unpacking that history — what service, sacrifice, and duty have meant across generations, and how those values have shaped his view of
#79 - Charlie Bakhos - Lebanon, Israel/Palestine & Faith Under Fire
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Charlie Bakhos for a deep, unfiltered conversation on faith, conflict, and the narratives shaping what the world sees and what it ignores.
Charlie is a man of faith and commentator who isn’t afraid to speak openly about uncomfortable truths. In this episode, we unpack the Israel–Palestine conflict, the way it’s framed in mainstream
#78 - Matt Williams (Willie Beating Cancer) - China, The Epstein Files & Foreign Influence
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Matt Williams — AKA Willie Beating Cancer — for a wide-ranging conversation on global conflict, media narratives, and the forces shaping modern geopolitics.
Matt is an independent war and global affairs reporter who has built a reputation for going where others won’t. Fresh off a recent visit to China, he joins me to break down wha
#77 - Biddy O’Loughlin - Cancelled, Comedy & Speaking Your Mind
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Biddy O'Loughlin for a wide-ranging conversation on comedy, culture, and what happens when jokes collide with modern politics.
Biddy is an actor and stand-up comic who’s appeared twice on Kill Tony, opened for Isaac Butterfield, and met Joe Rogan. She joins me to talk about being “cancelled” in Australia, the pressure on comedians
#76 - Senator Pauline Hanson - Australia’s Future, Foreign Influence & Canberra Politics
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Pauline Hanson for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Australia, foreign influence, and political backing.
Pauline is the founder and leader of One Nation and one of the most polarising figures in Australian politics. She joins me to speak candidly about where she believes the country is heading, the role of foreign lobbyi
#75 - Heston Russell - Politics, Service & The Current State Of Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Heston Russell for a direct and wide-ranging conversation on leadership, Australian politics, and what it truly means to stand for veterans.
Heston is a former 2nd Commando Regiment officer, founder of VETS for Change, and one of the most recognisable veteran voices in the country. He joins me to speak openly about the current poli
#74 - Scott Challen - Who Really Holds Power in Australia?
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Scott Challen for a direct and wide-ranging conversation on power, politics, and what’s unfolding in Australia right now.
Scott is a businessman, a founder of the Australia Lobbying Group (ALG), and the voice behind the Shallow Chal Instagram page. He has also been a driving force behind the Marches for Australia, playing a key rol
#73 - Australians vs the Agenda - Anthony Khallouf Breaks Down the Extremism Bill
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Anthony Khallouf for a direct, wide-ranging conversation on media, power, and the state of freedom in Australia.
Anthony runs one of the most effective independent news and media organisations in the country and is, in my view, one of the best in his field. He’s been on the front line of accountability and knows firsthand what happ
#72 - Elliot Loney - Comedy, History, Free Speech & What Australia Is Becoming
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Elliot Loney for a sharp, wide-ranging conversation that blends humour, history, and hard truths.
Elliot is a stand-up comedian and widely regarded as Australia’s best impersonator — but beneath the comedy is a deep understanding of Australian culture, military history, and the direction this country is heading.
We cover Australia’
#71 - Jackson O’Doherty - Common Sense, Masculinity & the State of Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Jackson O’Doherty for a wide-ranging and honest conversation that goes well beyond what most people see online.
Known for his massive social media following and viral content, Jackson opens up about his rise on social media, the pressures that come with influence, and why he wanted to show a different side of himself in a long-form
#70 - Chris Katelaris AKA "Big Chocky" - Bondi, Government Failure & the Attack on Men
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Chris Kateris — better known as Big Chocky — for one of the most raw and confronting conversations we’ve had on the show.
At a time when speaking honestly comes at a cost, Chris speaks openly about the Bondi incident, the moral failure of the Australian government, and what he sees as a growing attack on men in modern Australian so
#69 - Senator Matt Canavan - Bondi Tragedy, Net Zero Madness & Australia’s Energy Failure
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Matt Canavan — Federal Senator, former Resources Minister, and one of the most outspoken critics of net zero, energy insanity, and Canberra groupthink.
Matt doesn’t tiptoe around the issues. He says what most politicians won’t — and in this conversation, we go straight at some of the biggest and most uncomfortable topics facing Aus
#68 - The Brodie Buchal Podcast - Culture, Masculinity & The Fight For Australia
This week on the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I’m doing something different.
Instead of hosting, I jumped on someone else’s show — and I sat down with Brodie Buchal, host of the Brodie Buchal Podcast (YouTube: @BrodieJamesBuchal) for a no-filter conversation about my military career, what’s gone wrong in Australia, and the war on masculinity happening right under our noses.
Brodie gave me the space t
#67 - Carlos Quaremba - One Nation’s Fight to Fix South Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Carlos Quaremba — Victor Harbor councillor, One Nation’s SA State President, and now the party’s lead candidate for the 2026 South Australian Legislative Council election.
Carlos has been making waves for calling out government incompetence, exposing the cost-of-living crisis, and taking a wrecking ball to net zero policies that ar
#66 - Edward Schuller - The Battle for Truth in Education
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Edward Schuller — National Secretary of the Teachers’ Professional Association of Australia (TPAA), reformer, and one of the few voices in education willing to challenge the system from the inside.
Edward has made waves for standing up to bureaucratic control, calling out ideology creeping into classrooms, and fighting to give teac
#65 - Senator Malcolm Roberts - The Truth Canberra Doesn’t Want You to Hear
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Malcolm Roberts — One Nation Senator, straight-talker, and one of the few politicians in Canberra willing to call out the lies, hypocrisy, and corruption eating away at Australia’s democracy.
Malcolm has built a reputation for saying what others won’t — challenging the mainstream narratives around government overreach, clim
#64 - Angie Jones - No Men in Women’s Sport. No Men in Women’s Spaces.
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Angie Jones — one of Australia’s most outspoken and fearless women’s rights advocates.
Angie has been on the front line of the cultural battle to protect women’s spaces, women’s sport, and women’s safety — and she hasn’t backed down, no matter the pressure. In this powerful and unapologetic conversation, we dive into the growing cl
#63 - Gerard Rennick - Big Business, Tax Dodging & Australia’s Future
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Gerard Rennick — one of the sharpest and most fearless political voices in Australia today.
Rennick has never been one to toe the party line. In this raw and wide-ranging conversation, we unpack his split from the Liberal Party, how big business and global corporates dodge tax, and why the People’s First Party is pushing for bold e
#62 - Professor Ian Plimer - Breaking Down Climate Science and Politics
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Professor Ian Plimer — an emeritus geologist, author, and one of Australia’s most courageous critics of mainstream climate orthodoxy.
Plimer has spent decades studying Earth’s climate history, dissecting the assumptions behind carbon models, and challenging the narratives you won’t see in the papers. He brings a scientist’s mind an
#61 - Matt Williams - Charlie Kirk, Total Democracy & The State of Australia
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Matt Williams — an independent war reporter, ex-military veteran, and one of the few Australians who’s seen the frontlines of modern conflict up close.
Matt has reported from Ukraine during the Russia–Ukraine war, from Israel during the Hamas conflict, and served as a soldier in Afghanistan. His experience gives him a unique perspe
#60 - Chris Cork - The UK’s Breaking Point: Immigration, Protests & Free Speech
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Chris Cork — a UK political commentator, writer, and unapologetic straight-talker.
Chris isn’t just commenting on politics — he’s on the frontline of the cultural battles shaping the UK today. From the recent marches on London’s streets to the debates raging online, he brings a raw, unfiltered perspective that cuts through the spin
#59 - Scott Challen - Builder, Patriot, and Voice of the Brisbane Rally
🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Scott Challen — a successful businessman, builder, and proud Aussie patriot.
Scott isn’t just building businesses — he’s building a voice for everyday Australians who feel abandoned by weak leadership and broken policies. As one of the main speakers at the March 31 rally in Brisbane, Scott stood tall and spoke for thousands fed up
#58 - George Mamalis (The Adelaide Set) - Immigration, Unrest & Weak Leadership
🎙 In This Explosive Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with George Mamalis — an independent reporter bringing you the truth from the streets of Adelaide and beyond.
George has been out on the ground covering what’s really happening in Australia — from the recent march against the government’s immigration policy, to the growing unrest across the country, to the bigger picture of wh
