The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove

Apr 14 2025 300 ep. 83 mins 239

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A small independent Australian podcast about news, politics, sex and religion. An easy and entertaining way to keep up to date with the weekly news.

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Episode 467 - The Socialist Equality Party

Apr 14 2025 75 mins

Topics:A Deep Dive into Socialist Equality: Elections, Policies, and the FutureIn this special episode of 'The Iron Fist in the Velvet Glove' podcast, host Trevor is joined by Max Boddy and Warwick Dove from the Socialist Equality Party. The discussion delves into the hurdles faced by the party in registering candidates due to stringent requirements by the Australian Electoral Comm

Episode 466 - Tariffs - America shoots itself in the foot

Apr 07 2025 62 mins

Topics:Episode 466: Tariffs, Trade, and Political MisstepsIn this episode, Trevor (the Iron Fist), Scott (the Velvet Glove), and Joe (the Tech Guy) return from a brief hiatus to discuss a variety of current affairs. The primary focus is on President Trump's controversial tariffs, the economic implications, and the historical context of tariffs in the U.S. The conversation also delv

Episode 465 - The final, blood-soaked push

Mar 24 2025 63 mins

Topics:Episode 465: The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove - A Deep Dive into Recent Global and Local EventsIn this episode, hosts Trevor (Iron Fist) and Joe (Tech Guy) discuss a range of pressing issues from the past week. Topics include the collapse of the ceasefire in Gaza, the socioeconomic implications of recent Israeli airstrikes, and the moral complexities faced by both nations

Episode 464 - Cyclone Alfred and Cyclone Trump

Mar 17 2025 172 mins

Topics:In this engaging episode, the hosts cover a broad range of topics including international and domestic politics, global economic trends, and the impact of climate events. Key discussions include an analysis of the past two weeks' major happenings, the influence of Trump-era policies on Canada, Russia's international positioning and economy, controversial hate speech laws in

Episode 463 - To be an enemy of the US is dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal

Mar 03 2025 71 mins

Topics:Join us as we discuss the latest political events, including Trump's press conference, international relations, and the implications for Ukraine.To financially support the Podcast you can make:a per-episode donation via Patreon or one-off donation via credit card; orone-off or regular donations via Paypal orif you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis. We Livestream

Episode 462 - When dumb f#%kwits have too much money and power

Feb 24 2025 62 mins

The central theme of this podcast revolves around the multifaceted political landscape, wherein we critically examine the emergence of Clive Palmer's newly minted political party, the Trumpet of Patriots. We delve into the implications of this development amidst discussions on pertinent issues such as proposed alterations to penalty rates and the strategic maneuvers of the Chinese

Episode 461 - Is there an Antisemitism Problem in Australia?

Feb 17 2025 59 mins

The episode offers an in-depth analysis of the recent geopolitical developments surrounding Donald Trump and his purported negotiations with Vladimir Putin regarding Ukraine. Additionally, the speakers address the rise of antisemitism in Australia, spurred by sensationalist media coverage and public incidents, such as the controversy surrounding the Cairo Takeaway restaurant. They

Episode 460 - The Riviera of The Middle East

Feb 10 2025 60 mins

Topics:Trump and GazaTrump Executive OrdersAukusTiananmen SquareLattouf SackingUkraineTo financially support the Podcast you can make:a per-episode donation via Patreon or one-off donation via credit card; orone-off or regular donations via Paypal orif you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook

Episode 459 - Trump Tariffs and Chinese AI

Feb 03 2025 71 mins

This podcast episode delves into the critical discourse surrounding the evaluation of ideas, both commendable and questionable, that have surfaced in the past week. We engage in a rigorous examination of significant global events, including the nuanced implications of recent allegations of anti-Semitism in Australia and the complexities of governmental efficiency under scrutiny. A

Episode 458 - Chinese Soldiers in Panama

Jan 27 2025 58 mins

This week, the hosts dive into the chaotic world of political absurdities, touching on everything from Trump's bizarre claims about Chinese soldiers in Panama to the questionable credibility of various political figures. They explore the implications of ISDS clauses in trade agreements, highlighting Clive Palmer's alarming attempts to cash in on them, which could cost Australia bil