Unnatural Selection: Deeply Unqualified Australian & American Political Comedy
Unnatural Selection is a weekly comedy podcast where hosts Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath deliver deeply unqualified takes on Australian and US politics. They break down global news with sharp banter and comedic analysis, offering a lighter way to survive the weekly headlines. The show is intended for entertainment and should not be taken seriously.
Episodes
One Nation's Polling Surge | Barnaby Joyce and Andrew Bolt - the Nightmare Blunt Rotation
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Iran war live updates: Israel would not strike without Trump go-ahead, Iran says after US plea for calm.One Nation surges to first on primary votes in two new polls.Barnaby Joyce forced to redo One Nation policy answer after embarrassing blunderGreens warn nuclear submarines deal risks war with China as Albanese says Aukus ‘ful
The US-Iran MoU Goes Up in Smoke | Trump Wants the Dust
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US strikes Iran missile sites and mine laying vessels as Trump’s promised peace deal remains elusive.Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes on launch pad during engine-firing test.Former prime minister Tony Abbott elected unopposed as Liberal Party president.Rescuers shocked, relieved as remaining four Laos villagers emerge safe
Tulsi Gabbard Resignation, Iran ‘Peace Deal’ & Trump Turns the Eye of Sauron to Cuba
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Suspect dead after firing gunshots near White House.Donald Trump says agreement with Iran over end of war and opening of Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated'.Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence.Why has the US indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro?How Trump's IRS settlem
Federal Budget 2026 | Chad Winners and Pleb Losers
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Australian Federal Budget insights 2026-2027.Treasurer concedes broken promise in budget carries 'political risk'Gas companies will be forced to set aside local supply under major Labor shakeup.Budget reply: From tax reform to migrant caps and welfare cuts, here are six takeaways.Labor -v- Libs: which side has a better record o
Melbourne Arson Attacks & Gas Tax Demands | The Strategic National Beer Reserve
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:New police operation investigating crime syndicates 'pulling the strings' in Melbourne firebombings.Gas vs beer: How David Pocock's 57-second video caused the government a weeks-long tax headache.Riots erupt over Australian Aboriginal girl’s murder as suspect arrested.Former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s surgeon par
Kash Patel, Drunk with Power | Raiding the Liquor Cabinet with Pete Kegsbreath & Smashed Patel
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:BREAKING: Trump Evacuated From WH Correspondents Dinner After Shots FiredThe FBI Director Is MIA.Kash Patel: "Let's have a survey. How many of you people believe that's true?"Major US firms granted access to Anthropic's Mythos to prepare against AI cyber threats, as Australian firms left out.More than 160,000 people to be kicked
Grand Opening, Grand Closing | How Trump Bungled the Ceasefire with Iran (Again)
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:Viktor Orbán concedes defeat in Hungary election.Trump Sends Vance To Voicemail as VP Dials President Before Crowd at Viktor Orban Rally in HungaryWhat's behind Viktor Orban's defeat? | Inside StoryTrump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks fail.Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open as Lebanon ceasefire
The Art of Her Deal | How Melania Threw Trump Under the Bus
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith charged with war crimes, taken into custody.Live: Iran says negotiations with US to continue into second day after marathon talks.Israel's mass killing has forced Donald Trump to think about Lebanon.Trump, Netanyahu and how war in Iran is reshaping US politics.The 25th Amendment Isn't C
Trump Has Fully Lost the Plot | The War in Iran Continues, as Does the Economic Fallout
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:Trump’s brain is melting.Insiders profit as Iran war pressure points build on global economy.As Iran charges for access to Strait of Hormuz, world faces dangerous new era of maritime tollbooths.Donald Trump fires US Attorney-General Pam BondiTrump Attends Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Then Leaves an Hour In.US President Donald T
Middle East Escalation and the Fuel Crisis | Donald Trump Said Australia Was “Not Great” Help
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:Trump getting daily Iran war sizzle reel of ‘stuff blowing up’ fuels concern he’s not getting full picture in briefings: report.Trump administration offers 15-point ceasefire plan to IranDonald Trump says Iran sent US 'big present' as Pentagon readies thousands more troops for Middle East.Video: Iran’s very real present.Video: I
The Price of Everything | Why Trump’s War in Iran is Costing You at the Pump
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran unleashes a plot against the West years in the making.Donald Trump drew backlash on Sunday for suggesting US efforts to protect the strait of Hormuz were unnecessary.Trump: “No, I’m not putting troops anywhere. If I were, I certainly wouldn’t tell you…The DOW just hit 50,000.Donald Trump calls NATO
Trump: "I can change my mind in seconds"
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:Iran, not the US, currently has the strategic upper hand.Pentagon Tells Congress First Week of Iran War Cost More Than $11.3 Billion.US sending additional Marines, ships to Mideast: reports.What is Iran's Kharg Island used for and why has the US attacked it?Political risks of war against Iran go beyond the petrol pump.Matt Canav
Definitely Not a Forever War
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:The final voyage of the Iranian warship sunk by the US.Iranian strikes on Amazon data centers highlight industry’s vulnerability to physical disasters.Canadian PM Mark Carney offers to team up with Australia as ‘strategic cousins’ to push back against dominant superpowersUS troops were told war on Iran was ‘all part of God’s div
The US Goes to War with Iran
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:US-Israel war on Iran: supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed, Iranian state media confirm – latest reports.Trump’s full speech on Iran’s attack.US justice department accused of withholding Trump-related Epstein files.Trump, seeking executive power over elections, is urged to declare emergency.Netflix drops Warner Bros bid
The Prince, The President, and the Epstein Files
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Former prince Andrew's arrest: King's brother released after questioning — as it happened. She took on Britain's Palestine Action ban. Then she won. Tracking the US military build-up ahead of possible Iran attack Trump vows to resurrect global tariffs after Supreme Court strikes them down. Trump announces new 10%
Libspill 2026: Tokyo Drift
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Federal politics: Senior Liberal says party at 'change or die' moment ahead of vote on leadership tomorrow. Sussan Ley to quit politics after being deposed as Liberal leader, triggering contentious byelection. What we know (and don't) about One Nation's rapid rise in the polls. Protesters were punched, pushed, and a
ICE's Secret Watchlists
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Exclusive: ICE's Secret Watchlists of Americans. ICE Making List of Anyone Who Films Them. Trump says federal government should 'take over' state elections Trump's NSPM-7 Labels Common Beliefs As Terrorism "Indicators". Trump Had Unusual Call With F.B.I. Agents After Election Center Search. Trump is very tough on
A Rupture, not a Transition
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Canada's Mark Carney says "middle powers must act together" in speech at Davos FBI seizes Georgia ballots as Trump pursues 2020 election grievance. Minnesota, other states reject Trump administration requests for private voter information. Tony Abbott intervenes in Liberal leadership battle calling on right to unit
Alex Pretti
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump regime has lost the plot. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem held a press conference filled with horrifying propaganda in which she lied about Alex Pretti, the man murdered in Minneapolis today by ICE. Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis by federal agents: what we know so far. ICE officers detain five-year-old Minnesota b
Guys, Is Democracy Cooked?
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Neo-Nazi group National Socialist Network says it will disband due to proposed hate speech laws. Criminalising racist hatred is a big step, but it will neither end free speech nor 'fix' racism in Australia. Coalition asks Albanese for the grace he was not afforded in the wake of Bondi attack. Liberal Party election
Stephen Miller's Maduro Meltdown
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis. Noem vs Reality ICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump's latest immigration operation. Vance: Renee Good's death 'a tragedy of her own making' US border agent shoots and wounds two people in Portland, police sa
Maduro
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump says US forces have 'captured' Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro — as it happened. From Richer to Poorer: Venezuela's Economic Tragedy Visualized. WATCH LIVE: Trump holds news conference after announcing U.S. has captured Venezuelan leader Maduro. A predawn op in Latin America? The US has been here before
What Did You Think We Were Going To Talk About?
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Former senior police officers detail why Bondi Beach terror incident was so difficult to defend. Antisemitic incidents across Australia since 2023 – timeline. The special envoy's report doesn't hold all the answers for defeating antisemitism. Senior figures from the Australian Israel lobby openly argued for restricti
Australia's Teens Are Now Banned From Social Media (Kinda)
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Australia's social media ban for under-16s starts today. Here is what you should know. Brittany Higgins declared bankrupt amid Linda Reynolds court saga. Linda Reynolds' lawyer says Brittany Higgins claims she's broke, hasn't paid 'a cent' to defamation case debt. Donald Trump fails to secure ceasefire between Thail
Is Pete Hegseth a War Criminal? (Yeah)
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Pete Hegseth defends second US strike on alleged Venezuelan drug boat. Trump says airspace above and surrounding Venezuela to be closed in its entirety. A Timeline of the US Military's Buildup Near Venezuela and Attacks on Alleged Drug Boats. Trump's New Security Strategy Described as 'Far Right Pamphlet'. 'Unauth
RFK Jr, Stahp
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump Collectively Punishes Afghan Community After Wednesday Shooting. President Trump Delivers Remarks Following National Guard Shooting | Full Address. Donald Trump says America will pause all migration from 'Third World countries'. What can we learn from RFK Jr's 'erotic poetry'? That Americans need to get better a
Trump Praises Zohran in Weird White House Meeting
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump praises Zohran Mamdani after cordial White House meeting. Trump 'OK' with Mamdani calling him a fascist. High-profile Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after fallout with Donald Trump. What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war. States launch coordinated attack on f
Bubba
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Jeffrey Epstein emails: Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew and more. BREAKING: Oversight Dems have received new emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate that raise serious questions about Donald Trump and his knowledge of Epstein's horrific crimes. Vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files set to go ahead as US governm
The Bullshit Artist Formerly Known As Prince Andrew
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Net Zero (Chance of Buying a House)
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump and Xi prove they aren't just great rivals but politicians fighting for survival back home. Trump says he's ordered Pentagon to 'prepare for possible action' in Nigeria. Nationals ditch net zero support in party platform. 8 in 10 Australians are concerned about climate change with a clear public expectation of
The Louvre Job
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: East Wing of White House reduced to rubble as part of Trump's ballroom construction. Top House Democrats accuse Trump of illegal scheme to pilfer $230m in taxpayer money. Trump reacts to report that he's seeking $230M from DOJ over past cases. When Donald Trump was ready to take his pound of flesh, Kevin Rudd was her
Send-Offs and Sell-Offs
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Barnaby Joyce will not recontest New England seat at next election. Why has support for One Nation surged since the federal election, and will it last? Trump to welcome Argentina's President Milei as US extends $20 billion lifeline. The IMF reaches a deal with troubled Argentina on a $20 billion bailout. As Ame
Ceasefire?
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Israeli government approves phase one of Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. MTG: "They're not Hamas. They're literally women and children." Senate still deadlocked over shutdown as Trump reiterates threat to Democrats. Trump considers Ghislaine Maxwell pardon for some reason? RFK falsely links circumcision to autism.
Trump Administration Goes Mask Off
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The government has shut down. Federal workers are gearing up for mass firings. Donald Trump tells Israel to stop bombing Gaza, says Hamas is ready for peace. Donald Trump will send troops to 'war-ravaged' Portland, in latest deployment to US cities. Why it was so deeply weird to see Trump amplify 'medbed' pseudoscie
Trump vs The UN
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: From Donald Trump's speech to Erika Kirk's forgiveness: What you missed at the Charlie Kirk memorial. Tucker Carlson's Full Speech at Charlie Kirk's Memorial. BREAKING: Australian PM Anthony Albanese Delivers Remarks On Recognition Of Palestine At The UN. Ley writes to Republicans vowing to revoke Palestine recognitio
Trump Cancels Kimmel
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Jimmy Kimmel Live pulled from air by US broadcaster ABC over 'insensitive' Charlie Kirk comments. 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Replaced With Charlie Kirk Tribute on Sinclair's ABC Stations; Company Demands Kimmel Apologize and Donate to Kirk's Family and Turning Point USA. BREAKING: UN Commission Concludes Israel is Committi
Charlie Kirk Dead at 31
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Charlie Kirk's killing reveals the depth of America's polarisation. Miller: We are going to attack the left in Charlie Kirk's name. Trump's statement post-shooting. AOC on the GOP. Robert F. Kennedy Mindless Menace of Violence Speech at the City Club of Cleveland. Charlie Kirk's Legacy Deserves No Mourning. N
Labor Searches for Spine, Found Wanting
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: UN demands 'accountability' over Gaza hospital attack as Israel releases initial inquiry findings. Intel Agrees to Sell U.S. a 10% Stake in Its Business. CPU Market Share (All CPUs). Labor's first home buyers scheme a 'backwards step' likely to push prices higher, experts warn. Labor has promised 1.2m new homes in
How Productive was the Productivity Roundtable?
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: AI, red lines and the idea employers hated: five takeaways from day one of economic reform roundtable. Anti-corruption advocate calls for greater scrutiny over political lobbyists. Australian Jewish representatives deliver stinging rebukes to Netanyahu and Albanese. Why would Australia want to be 'back on track' wit
Trump/Epstein 5 - Ghislaine Maxwell Strikes Back
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: We know the Sydney Harbour Bridge protest against the killing in Gaza was huge – but just how big was it? Fresh no-confidence motion to be moved in Rockliff government, Labor confirms. 'It's not a coincidence': after Ghislaine Maxwell's prison move … what next? Trump's baseless 'manipulated' data claim in firing BLS
Trump/Epstein 3 - Tokyo Drift
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump talks about Epstein on Air Force One. Michael Wolff shares Jeffrey Epstein's own explanation for why his friendship with Trump came to an end. DHS Launches 'Defend the Homeland' Nationwide to Recruit Patriots to Join ICE Law Enforcement and Remove Worst of the Worst from U.S. Calling All Brownshirts. Why Dona
The Trump/Epstein Saga Continues
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Bondi briefed Trump that his name was in Epstein files. Fact-checking three of Tulsi Gabbard's attacks on Obama about Russian election interference. Johnson sending House home early amid push to force Epstein files vote. Trump says he will reduce drug prices by amounts "that nobody can even imagine". Watch Jeffrey
Wait, so Obama Wrote the List?
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Republicans are split over the Trump administration's handling of Epstein files. Trump's raunchy letter to Jeffrey Epstein celebrating their 'wonderful secret' is revealed - sparking a furious denial from President. Nick Fuentes Confronts Trump Betrayal. WATCH: Asked if his name appears in Epstein files, Trump claims
There Is No List
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US justice department finds no Epstein 'client list'. Pam Bondi explains why a minute is missing from the Epstein video. Alex Jones breaks down over Trump withholding the Epstein list. Sacked Russian minister Roman Starovoit found dead hours after being fired by Vladimir Putin. Musk's AI firm deletes Grok posts pr
Alligator Alcatraz
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump Policy Bill Clears Congress After House G.O.P. Quells Revolt. Donald Trump tours 'Alligator Alcatraz' in new warning to undocumented migrants. Kristi Noem says cannibal migrant tried to 'eat himself' on deportation flight. Elon Musk's 'America' party could focus on a few pivotal congressional seats. Lattouf t
Hegseth Has Zero Chill
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unleashes on the media as he defends US strikes on Iran. President Trump on Israel and Iran: "We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the fuck they're doing." WATCH FULL: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Holds Press Conference a
Trump Bombs Iran
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The United States has bombed three Iranian nuclear sites, Donald Trump says. From 'massive conflict' warnings to missiles: How the Iran-Israel conflict started. How Trump Shifted on Iran Under Pressure From Israel. Is Iran close to building a nuke? Trump says his intelligence community is 'wrong'. 'You don't know a
No Kings
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Cars torched, crowds teargassed in clashes with riot officers — as it happened. What are the protests in LA about? Trump's controversial immigration crackdown explained. Posse comitatus. 'No Kings' protests against Donald Trump flood streets of Los Angeles and other US cities. Iran Update Special Report, June 14,
Trump vs Elon Whoever wins we lose
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Scott Morrison receives country's highest honour for leading Australia through COVID crisis - ABC News DOGE fallout intensifies as Musk claims Trump 'in the Epstein files' - ABC News US demands Australia lifts defence spending by $40b a year 'as soon as possible' - ABC News LA immigration protests live: Cars torched, crowd
Trump's TACO Tuesday
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump threatens to slap Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones manufactured abroad. Trump lashes out at viral 'TACO trade' meme. What does it stand for? Seriously, What the Fuck are We Doing Here? Google's Veo 3 AI video generator is a slop monger's dream. Why glaciologists believe the Birch Glacier collapsed, burying
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Blows Balls
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: First Strike: Coalition Nukes Itself. Labor MP Ed Husic criticises Albanese government over response to Israel blocking aid in Gaza. First Thing: UN says 14,000 babies could die in Gaza in next 48 hours under Israeli aid blockade. Why the one big beautiful bill is the single ugliest you can imagine. House GOP Pas
The Corruption Tour
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump says planned gift of luxury plane from Qatar is a very 'transparent' deal. Casey Means: influencer, RFK Jr favorite – and Trump's pick for surgeon general. PRESIDENT TRUMP'S PICK FOR US SURGEON GENERAL CASEY MEANS SAID SHE PRAYS TO INANIMATE OBJECTS. Trump team mulls suspending the constitutional right of habea
A Post-Dutton Dumpster Fire
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: How Peter Dutton's Wile E Coyote campaign flew off the cliff. Federal politics: Mark Dreyfus and Ed Husic dumped from Labor frontbench in factional carve-up. Nobody Asked For This - Jorge's Substack. Voters Didn't Reject Dutton Because of His Division, They Rejected His Chaos. The Perfect Storm: How Labor's Electio
Australian Election Night Spectacular (Live)
Tune in to this episode of Unnatural Selection for an inside look at ABC's on-air drama, expert breakdowns and the unforgettable moments that defined Australia Votes 2025. This episode has been edited down from a longer live stream. Early in the evening, Antony Green called a Labor majority. Antony Green delivered his final on-air analysis after 36 years, walking viewers through seat-by-seat
Australia Votes 2025
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Vote Compass. How to vote Greens. How to vote Labor. Australian election 2025 poll tracker: Labor v Coalition latest opinion polls results. Liberal campaign truck crashes into early voting centre in Sydney. US judge arrested after allegedly obstructing immigration agents. Two-year-old US citizen appears to have
The Constitutional Crisis Is Here
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The Constitutional Crisis Is Here. Full: Trump's Bombshell on Press, Lauds 'World's Coolest Dictator' in Unexpected Statement | Bukele. Capitol Hill goes to war over Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Time for a Civic Uprising. Trump administration says Harvard may lose ability to enroll foreign students. Sen. Chuck Grassley (
It's Hashtag On
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Trump Sanctions America
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump and Musk's backing wasn't enough to flip Wisconsin Supreme Court. How were Donald Trump's tariffs calculated? Peter Dutton is trying to talk to two audiences but Donald Trump has him wedged. Dutton's warning to states over 'woke agenda' in schools. Coalition rethinks its return to work mandates. French far
The Dumbest Mother#%&*ers Alive
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The Atlantic magazine editor 'accidentally' included in Trump national security team's group chat. On March 25, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard testified under oath that she had no knowledge of classified communications being shared in a Signal group chat. DoJ lawyers say detained Tufts student was sent
I Love Tesler
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Peter Dutton repeatedly charged taxpayers for flights coinciding with fundraisers. Caravan hoax fallout deepens, as Dutton hits back on claims he 'stoked fear'. Commonwealth loses High Court battle in landmark native title compensation claim over Gove Peninsula. Nine defends front-page Trumpet of Patriots ad after b
To Tariff or Not to Tariff
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump pauses some Mexico, Canada tariffs: What's exempt, and what's next? | Donald Trump News | Al Jazeera Email shows Trump officials are lying to federal court, directing CFPB staff to ignore law Hundreds of State Dept. Officials Sign Dissent Cable Urging Rubio to Stop Killing USAID Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Bid to F
Trump Gaza
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Some US agencies tell workers not to reply to Musk's 'What did you do last week' email. Elon Musk admits email to government workers was a ruse. Ukraine agrees to terms of critical minerals deal with US, sources say. Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy clash in heated meeting at the White House about war in Ukraine
Labor MediCARES
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: GP visits to become free for most under $8.5b 'legacy defining' Labor Medicare promise. Whyalla steelworks forced into administration by SA government, GFG no longer running site. What went wrong at Whyalla steelworks and will it end with SA government in legal fight with UK billionaire? Carving up insurers isn't a
President Musk
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Inside DOGE's takeover of the Education Department. Trump Tax Cuts' Cost Estimated at $5 Trillion to $11 Trillion. Elon Musk calls for the US to 'delete entire agencies' from the federal government. Elon Gives Huge DOGE Updates to World Governments. How Republican skeptics in the Senate got to 'yes' on RFK Jr. a
Muzzle Velocity
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump says US will take over Gaza Strip during news conference with Netanyahu. Don't Believe Him | The Ezra Klein Show. Musk and Trump try to move fast and break some things in the federal government. We do not know what exactly Elon Musk is doing to the federal government. One of Elon Musk's DOGE Kids Just Had an
Trump Purges the FBI
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: FBI purges top officials, agents who worked on Trump's criminal cases. Senior FBI official forcefully resisted Trump administration firings. No, the FBI and Justice Department Aren't 'Woke'. Benjamin Netanyahu wants to end a two-state solution for Israel and Palestinians. How will Donald Trump respond?. UN aid ag
The Darkest Timeline
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump sets out to erase Biden's legacy with pardons and orders immediately after taking office. Trump signs order on birthright citizenship – as it happened. ELON MUSK mimics NAZI SALUTE during TRUMP'S inauguration. Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk's Straight-Arm Salute. Trump staff 'furious' after Musk t
The One About AI
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: The inside story of how an unlikely alliance of Trump and Biden led to historic Gaza ceasefire deal. Biden's administration proposes new rules on exporting AI chips, provoking an industry pushback. Takeaways from Pete Hegseth's contentious confirmation hearing. Melania's $40m Amazon deal: another sign Bezos is capit
More Speech and More Mistakes
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Los Angeles Getty Center's priceless collection braces for wildfires as evacuation order expands to museum. A River Runs Through Los Angeles. Freakonomics: Highway Signs and Prison Labour. More Speech and Fewer Mistakes. Albanese responds to Meta's fact-check axing as Greens senator fears 'free for all'. Austra
2025
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: House prices and the Iraq war: Inside the previously secret 2004 cabinet documents. Judge rules president-elect Donald Trump must be sentenced in 'hush money' trial. John Pesutto waited for years to lead the Victorian Liberals — with a vote, that dream ended. The Unnatural Selection podcast is produced by Jorge Tsipo
Bye 2024
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US House passes spending bill hours before deadline for government shutdown – as it happened. Ex-FBI informant pleads guilty to making false bribery allegations about the Bidens. FAA temporarily bans drones in parts of New Jersey, New York adds flight restrictions. Peter Dutton to revive Scott Morrison's 'gas-fired
Luigi
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: FBI Director Chris Wray to resign following Trump nomination of Patel. 'Large numbers' of Americans' data stolen in 'worst telecom hack' in country's history, says US officials. Luigi Mangione's UnitedHealthcare link refuted after Brian Thompson's death. Syria's future must be determined by Syrians, not outside po
United
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Syrian rebels say Bashar al-Assad has fled Damascus and claim to have captured capital. South Korea's president lifts martial law in the face of united opposition. Commonwealth Bank unveils account changes that will charge customers $3 'withdrawal fee'. Commonwealth Bank pauses plans to charge customers $3 fee to
Holding Space
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire. Israel says it struck Hezbollah weapons smuggling sites along Syria-Lebanon border. Legislation passes to wipe $3 billion of student debt for 3 million Australians. Sweden seeks clarity from China about suspected sabotage of undersea cables. Alan Jones charged with two further offences
Gaetz-keeping
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump's choice for US attorney-general, Matt Gaetz, withdraws from consideration. Former Brazilian president indicted over alleged coup plot. Pro-Bolsonaro protesters storm Brazil's Congress (2023). Bolsonaro: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) How Jair Bolsonaro brought the far-right to power in Brazi
Trump's Cabinet
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Tracking Trump's Cabinet and Staff Nominations. Why Did Mike Tyson Go to Prison? A Look at the Boxer's 1992 Rape Conviction. Republicans baffled after Trump picks 'reckless' Gaetz for attorney general. Donald Trump picks Elon Musk for new cost-cutting role. Donald Trump says Kamala Harris cared more for trans ri
FFS
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Donald Trump beats Kamala Harris to win Arizona, final state to be called in US presidential election. Trump's Proposed Tariffs Will Hit Gamers Hard. As Donald Trump won the election, his far-right supremacist supporters sparked a wave of misogynistic abuse. Elon Musk reportedly makes surprise appearance on Trump-Ze
Closing Arguments
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: 538 How Donald Trump in a rubbish truck came to sum up the 2024 US election campaign. Trump says he is the 'opposite of a Nazi' after claims of fascism. RFK Jr., a vaccine skeptic, could be set to lead a Trump administration's efforts to battle 'childhood chronic disease'. How the ATO protects billionaires like Ch
Tucker Carlson Promises a Vigorous Spanking for America
On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Indigenous Australian senator defends heckling King. NT's CLP government passes legislation to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 12 to 10, in first week of parliament. North Korean troops are joining Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's what we know. Russia's Putin welcomes world leaders for three-day BRICS su
DJ Trump
Trump campaign worked with Musk's X to keep leaked JD Vance file off platform. Trump dances for 40 minutes during campaign rally: 'Let's listen to music'. NSW government to scrap restrictions for hospitality venues, introduce measures to deter noise complaints from nearby residents. Victorian government to rezone affluent areas in bid to attract 'locked out' young people to 50 suburbs.
