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“I have been listening since the beginning and finally thought I’d add my 5 stars!”
Alp shill via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/12/24
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“Hopefully they return soon”
witnessofadictatorship via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/26/24
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“I have post referendum blues and your analysis and humour gave me hope. Frankly , it also scared me to know the reasons behind the No vote.
Your energy and intellect shone through. Van and Ben for President! Oops. Wrong country. ;)”
Athlete61 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/18/23
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“In the latest episode, the discussion of the Voice referendum Ben mentioned the ‘Yes’ results at rural polls with high numbers of indigenous voters (great); could not mention that every Greens held seat voted majority YES, with Adam Bandt’s seat (78% voted yes) the highest in the country. Van...”Read full review »
12Senators4RepsNotRelevant via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/17/23
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“Such a brilliant team. Erudite, passionate, and inspiring, Ben and Van are great-hearted people, to whom all Australians should listen. Love your work!!”
Jon Paul CHR via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/23/23
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“Useful to help understand the thoughts and reactions of the extreme left of politics even though they quite often simply make facts up to suit a narrative it is amusing to see how they try to justify it.”
macdaddiemuff via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/20/23
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“Van can sound ridiculous sometimes and drives you nuts when she carries on!!”
I’m gio via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/29/23
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“Was great especially in the lead up to the election… but of late it’s becoming quite stale…
And not exactly holding Labor to account like they did the Libs/Nats…
No change up, no engaging music, intro, and so tired of hearing qanaononononon…
Needs a renewal”
xdxaxmxox via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/25/23
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“Ben Davison uses work for the dole scab labour at the Ballarat cemetery and uses his podcast to attack welfare recipients, because we're not allowed to speak up for ourselves. A neoliberal tone cop who deletes his posts to run from accountability.”Read full review »
PosadistDelight via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/27/23
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“Ben and Van are able to cut through and explain the political issues of the week in a way that the average person can relate to. Great explanations of how workers rights have been decimated under neoliberalism.”
bretts273 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/15/23
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“Hey Ben & Van. Love your work❤️& thankyou for your hard work.
I was just wondering if your Weekend update could have a segment of letters/emails/tweets from your subscribers that you could address. Your combined knowledge is phenomenal & I’d love to ask some Q’s & your opinions...”Read full review »
MerriCreek via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/03/23
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“My number 1 podcast. Both Ben and Van’s explanations on various topics clear and precise”
i havetgot any nicknames left via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/30/22
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“I repeat: Labor Hack Trash. Unworthy of the time it takes to click Play.”
muntedcunt69 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/29/22
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“Old time leftie (very happy one ATM), just love listening to Ben and Van, informative, analytical, funny, and above all, full of hope!”
FeralGrasshopper via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/02/22
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“Best political pod in Australia”
Coatzlfeather via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/29/22
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“As much as I love your pod - I cannot listen to your sniffling. Pls be aware that it is very loud!”
Philligree via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/29/22
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“Really enjoyed the post election show. I learnt a lot about the history of Politics in Australia and the philosophical differences across Socialist leaning comrades. Also, the convo flow between van and her man, where they both stop and let each other interrupt mid sentence to make a point. Very...”Read full review »
Catty3333 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/22/22
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“You guys are great....as we come to the end of the 2022 election, I really hope you keep going. I love both shows. Ben your great and Van you have inspired me to blow off the dust on my extensive collection of Labor history books and get reading again. ❤️❤️❤️”
Reggie's Girl. via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/15/22
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“Ben & Van are great presenters. Their passion and knowledge is outstanding.”
Uber Steve - Sunshine Coast via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/12/22
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“The Week on Wednesday and The Weekend Wrap - engaging, enraging, and always totally on point.
I’ve always been politically engaged and I’m really grateful for the things I am learning each week from this tremendous podcast with Van and Ben.
Thank you both, especially in the lead-up to the...”Read full review »
Looweez1969 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/04/22
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“It’s an interesting show especially if you are partisan towards the Labor Party in Australia. It would be great if they took a less partisan position and held Labor’s positions up to the microscope, not against the conservatives but from an ethical perspective. Let’s try and champion the best...”Read full review »
anicknamethatisn'ttaken via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/24/22
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“Thanks so much for a great podcast
With a great topic selection
LouiseClare”
MLClare via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/31/22
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“Ben and Van are amazing. Their no BS analysis of the weeks events in politics is easy to digest and understand. They make politics fun but also don’t shy away from telling it like it is They put into words the rage many are feeling towards the Australian government. When Van gets angry you no...”Read full review »
Lexibabs via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/09/22
“I didn't know I needed this podcast until I listened to it.
Workers' perspectives and rights have been largely erased from Australian political conversation over recent decades. So much so that we often forget that there is such a perspective, and how it connects to our daily lives,...”Read full review »
Simon_Katterl via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/04/22
“The preeminent source of political, social & economic analysis by the best political minds today. Informative & digestible coverage of the current events that’s equally cathartic & outrage! Great work, Van & Ben! Both episodes are the highlight of my week 👏🏼👏🏼”
yaambul via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/26/22
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“This podcast should be required listening.”
DarlingRecommends via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/21/22
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“Van articulates what I’m feeling”
David D1957 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/12/22
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“Finally, I found others who think like me. Great listen. Thank you.”
Knotworkin4me via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/09/22
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“A must listen to those of us from working class backgrounds. Easy to understand and digest analysis of the weeks events. By two of Australia’s best minds.”
RKennaAWU via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/05/21
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“What makes me happy is the 70s couple vibe of their cover photo”
Jude234_ysirndop via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/28/21
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“You guys make me happy. It’s so good to realise there are many, many others out there who are impatient to see a leadership team at a federal level who will actually want to start on creating a better world.”
EmjayJG via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/18/21
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“Come for the Germanicus cameos stay for two of the smartest minds discussing interesting issues in an accessible and engaging way.
Always love the good news stories.”
Eliza Berlage via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/19/21
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“Hard right protesters, anti vaxxers, pro choice movement claiming the right to harm the vulnerable - enough already. Keep it up Van and Ben!”
tookspa via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/06/21
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“But I would love to hear more from Ben if Van would not interrupt him so so much. Let him have equal time.”
Boxerairhead60 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/25/21
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“Informative and honest! I love hearing their point of view on all the current issues.”
TC United via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/18/21
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“I look forward to my Wednesday drive home so I can listen to this.”
aceteam3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/16/21
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“Thank you for keeping Australians informed of the actual implications / facts of Morrison Government’s policies, inactions & strategies. More needs to be done as well to convince professional people to also join Unions, as sadly too many mistakingly believe that issues covered by unions do...”Read full review »
Sully#13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/21
“This podcast is hands down the best weekly news summary in Australia. Van and Ben take their respective tome of knowledge and experience in the news, political and economic arenas and combine them to provide a passionately compassionate take on what is happening in Australia and in Australian...”Read full review »
KelButler via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/21
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“It’s like listening to my own conversations. They don’t bullsh## and tell it like it is.”
renaes27 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/21
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“Love Van calling out the Tree Torys (Greens)”
Albo for pm via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/19/21
“Thank you Van and Ben for this nugget of knowledge 1.5 times a week! Recommending to all my lefty mates.”
Podcast Listener Emma via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/22/21
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“A must listen to. Really look forward to this bi-weekly podcast. Covers all the issues the MSM ignore. Love Van’s good news stories and happy birthday Ben!”
wfula via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/15/21
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“Ben is such a laser sharp voice on Australian politics. Love his articulate summaries; Van is as always, the passionate voice of the voiceless. Love these two and look forward to a new pod every Wednesday”
Billyrobbo via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/15/21
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“Too screechy! Repetitive- I get inequality! Wanted more analysis. I’m unsubscribing.”
Politico maverick via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/10/21
“No nonsense, look at the week in Australian politics. Stop worrying about the US & focus on our own backyard. Van & Ben keeping us informed (and sometimes alarmed!). Top listening!”
Tassietrude via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/03/21
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