The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove

Nov 18 2024 300 ep. 83 mins 237
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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 452 - Ukraine Should Give In

Nov 18 2024 69 mins  
In this episode, Trevor (the Iron Fist), Scott (the Velvet Glove) and Joe (the Tech Guy) analyze recent global events and political decisions. Topics include the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Russia’s war with Ukraine, North Korean involvement in Ukraine, and the potential consequences of American internal politics on global stability, particularly under a Trump administration. T

Episode 451 - Trump guarantees 4 more years of ... podcasting

Nov 11 2024 75 mins  
In Episode 451 of the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove podcast, hosts Trevor and Scott, along with Joe, dissect Donald Trump's second election victory, its implications, and the broader political landscape. They explore themes from the book 'Democracy for Realists,' discuss potential future impacts on the US justice system, and forecast Trump's policies, including his choices for the

Episode 450 - Democracy, not everyone's cup of tea

Nov 04 2024 66 mins  
In this episode, Trevor, Scott and Joe delve into Trevor’s insights from reading a biography on Vladimir Putin, reflecting on Putin's leadership, democracy in Russia, and contrasting it with Western democracy. The hosts also challenge the credibility of reports on North Korean troops in Russia, suggesting possible misinformation and propaganda tactics. Additionally, they cover to

Episode 449 - Qld Election: Fake Crime Wave

Oct 30 2024 107 mins  
Topics:Fake Crime Wave.In episode 449 of the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove podcast, the hosts—Trevor (the Iron Fist), Scott (the Velvet Glove), and Joe—discuss the recent Queensland election results, examining the implications for both state and federal politics. They delve into factors affecting the election, such as youth crime and abortion debates, and scrutinize the perfor

Episode 448 - Class Struggle & Identity Politics

Oct 21 2024 144 mins  
An interview with Marc James Léger00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:13 Mark James Leger on Identity Politics05:25 Personal Experiences and Public Secrets10:21 The Impact of Identity Politics on Academia14:22 Historical Context and Marxism22:48 The Shift from Class to Identity Politics29:29 The Professional Managerial Class and Cultural Shifts40:45 Post-War Cultur

Episode 447 - Queensland Election Issues and Religious Misinformation

Oct 14 2024 67 mins  
In this episode of the Iron Fist and Velvet Glove podcast, the hosts discuss a variety of topics including the upcoming Queensland State election, focusing on issues like abortion, voluntary assisted dying, and free school lunches. The conversation touches on the radical language used by the Australian Christian Lobby against recent political developments. Other topics include the

Episode 446 - How Notebook LM struggled with my essay on World Politics

Oct 07 2024 20 mins  
Using Notebook LM to convert an essay into a podcast, the show addresses U.S. foreign policy, China’s rise, and speculative scenarios involving geopolitical shifts. The AI-generated discussion critiques the U.S.’s historical global influence, highlights China's strategic economic planning, and explores potential impacts of a diminished U.S. role on international security. The e

Episode 445 - Should the Government set interest rates?

Sep 30 2024 63 mins  
In this episode of the 'Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove' podcast, hosts Trevor, Scott, and Joe discuss a wide array of topics. Initially, they delve into Scott's decision not to vote for the Greens in the upcoming federal and state elections, stemming from disagreements over their stance on a housing bill and interest rates. This spurs a deeper discussion on the role of the Reserve

Episode 444 - They're eating the dogs

Sep 16 2024 60 mins  
In this episode of the Iron Fist Velvet Glove podcast, hosts Trevor, Scott (The Velvet Glove), and Joe cover a wide range of topics including the recent debate involving Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the behavior of Trump's supporters, and various political issues within the United States and internationally. They delve into the topic of female politicians and their effectiveness

Episode 443 - From French Politics to Chinese Governance

Sep 09 2024 69 mins  
Topics:Discussing Politics, Democracy, and Current AffairsIn this episode of 'The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove' podcast, Trevor, Scott, and Joe convene to discuss a variety of contemporary issues, including the political situation in France following Macron's appointment of a new Prime Minister and the implications for French democracy. They delve into the recent National Anti-Co