Episodes
Published 02/06/22
Treasurer of Australia Josh Frydenberg joins Pyne Time and you can hear him like never before. Christopher Pyne and Josh reminisce about the golden days of television and their incredible memory of theme songs (including some lovely duets). Hear how Josh dealt with organising COVID relief and the Facebook media saga. For more episodes download the LiSTNR app and listen for free See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/06/22
Laura Jayes has had a journey through media, from giving away free appliances on the street to hosting the AM Agenda on Sky News. Christopher Pyne talks with Laura about the representation of women in politics and media, what we can do better to create greater diversity and how Christopher was excellent at winning those radio prizes. For more episodes download the LiSTNR app now and listen for free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/30/22
Gillon McLachlan is the CEO of AFL and a lover of footy, which is why the past couple of years have been the toughest for the organisation to date. Gillon chats with Christopher Pyne about how he makes business decisions for the AFL, how he fights for equality in the game and is wowed by Christophers footy knowledge. For more episodes download the LiSTNR app now and listen for free See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/23/22
Kate Carnell has helped pave the way for women in business and politics, overcoming a lot of adversities along the way. Hear Christopher Pyne chat with Kate about those challenges, gender roles in politics, secret liberal clubs and the Canberra hospital implosion.   For more episodes download the LiSTNR app now and listen for free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/16/22
Joe Aston is no stranger to controversy, and as a writer of the Financial Reviews rear window sometimes he creates it. Christopher Pyne sits down with Joe to discuss overcoming his alcoholism, how that improved him as a person and hanging out at the Mar-a-Lago. For more episodes download the LiSTNR now and listen for free See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/09/22
Christopher Pyne sits down with former opposition leader Deb Frecklington to reminisce about the good old days, from karaoke trips and social media, to how you deal with heavily losing an election.  For more episodes download the LiSTNR app now and listen for free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/02/22
Christopher Pyne sits down with Governer of Western Australia, Kim Beazley to reminisce about their times in politics, including the current nuclear power debate, the issues with the US voting system and the infamous Noodle Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 12/19/21
Jackie Trad is no stranger to the affects that being investigated by a political corruption watchdog can have on you. Hear her discussion with Christopher Pyne about the recent Gladys Berejiklian ICAC investigation, what they believe separates the left and the right side of politics and how to make sure you live happily after politics. For more episodes download the LiSTNR app now and listen for free See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 12/12/21
Bob Katter has been one of the longest sitting members of parliament, and will choose to stay until he believes the job has been done. Christopher Pyne sits down with Mr. Katter to discuss his compassion for politics, how his best friend growing up was his rifle and the industries that he fights for. For more episodes download the LiSTNR app and listen for free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 12/05/21
As the former Deputy Leader and Foreign Minister of Australia, Julie Bishop was at the forefront of major political movements in Australia. In the first episode back for Pyne Time Season 3, Christopher Pyne chats with Julie Bishop about the effects of COVID dividing Australia and giving the individual state premiers power to do what they want, she retells the story of when she confronted President Putin over the MH17 flight and when she was allowed to fly on Airforce 2. For more episodes...
Published 11/28/21
Christopher Pyne is back for season 3 of Pyne Time with all new guests like Julie Bishop, Laura Jayes, Gillon McLachlan, Bob Katter, Josh Frydenberg and more, hear the stories like you've never heard before as they succumb to 'the Pyne Effect'. For more episodes download the LiSNTR app now and listen for free See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/24/21
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has had a tough 2020, but she has high hopes for 2021. In this episode she speaks with good friend Christopher Pyne on improving the support for mental health, discussing her heritage and about the tough year she had to face. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/17/21
Being a political strategist isn't an easy job, sometimes you're called in to help win an un-winnable election. Sir Lynton Crosby chats with Cristopher Pyne on how he helped win some of the hardest elections, being knighted by the queen and what it takes to be a political strategist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/10/21
Since 2003 Senator Sarah Hansen Young has represented the Greens party, but it hasn't been an easy journey. SHY joins Christopher Pyne to talk about how she became an influential politician in the Greens Party, growing up in a small country town and the trials of being a young female politician in Australia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/03/21
Franklin Roosevelt has had a large impact on both Michael Fullilove and Christopher Pyne. Listen as they speak about Presidential influence, Australia's rocky relationship with China and the future of technology and think tanks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/24/21
Adelaide Arts Festival Director and good friend to Christopher, Rachel Healy is optimistic about the future of arts surrounding COVID. She speaks with Christopher Pyne about our generations greatest artists, politics in art and why eating phallic shaped food is social suicide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/17/21
Wyatt Roy, also known as Boy Wonder (to Christopher), was the youngest person to ever be elected to parliament. Hear Wyatt as he talks with Christopher Pyne about the impact that had on his social life, his journey into the world of AI, and his sense of fashion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/10/21
Broadcaster, journalist and bestselling author Julia Baird has created some stunning works with her biography on Queen Victoria and more recently - Phosphorescence. Hear Julia talk with Christopher Pyne about researching the scandals of Queen Victoria, finding inspiration in the little things, and how her books compare to Christopher's. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/03/21
In the middle of 2018, the world stood still and watched as rescuers raced to save the young Thai soccer team trapped in a cave. Richard Harris talks with Christopher Pyne about going from cave diver to life saver, how the impossible was achieved & becoming Australian of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/27/21
Amanda Vanstone has achieved a great amount in her career, including mentoring Christopher. Hear the former ambassador reminisce with Christopher Pyne about getting drunk on martinis, how easy it could be to hijack a plane and when she wrote an 'almost' famous song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/20/21
Anthony Albanese was first known for his scathing speeches in parliament, which could be why he got along so well with Christopher. Hear the Opposition Leader talk with Christopher Pyne about their time being set up on television, getting in trouble in parliament and a recent family discovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/13/21
Christopher Pyne is back and once again turning the tables on his guests so that you can hear the stories that you've never heard before. This season Christopher has his sights set on Anthony Albanese, Gladys Berejiklian, Richard Harris, Amanda Vanstone and more.  For more episodes download the free LiSTNR app See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 01/05/21
Albert Dadon is a successful migrant story with a humble past. Christopher Pyne talks with Albare about his philanthropy and love of music, the relationship between Australia and Israel and practicing the art of disagreement.
Published 02/02/20
Martin Parkinson worked in Public Service long enough to witness a lot of good outcomes in Australia. Christopher Pyne talks with Martin about the first world struggles of life after being somebody and how the current civil war in politics is affecting our ability to face world challenges.
Published 01/19/20