The Insider
The Scoops, the Scandals and the Serious Business Within the Canberra Bubble
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Christopher Pyne
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Christopher Pyne
About this listen
Christopher Pyne has been many things and called many things throughout his long career in politics. Member for Sturt. Minister for defence. Manager of opposition business. Leader of the House. 'The Fixer'. Any Canberra story he doesn't know isn't worth telling.
Now, after 26 years, the ultimate insider is outside the House and ready to burst the Canberra bubble with his trademark sharp wit. His revelations of dealings, double dealings, friendships and feuds shine a light on the political processes of those in power: the egos, the sacrifices, the winners, the losers, the triumphs and the failures. From Howard to Rudd, Gillard, Abbott, Turnbull and Morrison, Christopher Pyne has seen and heard it all. The Insider is one of the most brilliant, funny, engaging audiobooks by an Australian public figure you'll ever listen to.
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- Ross Macdonald
- 06-07-2020
Light and insightful
Pyne is a wonderful story teller. This book is a collection of some of his best stories from a lifetime in politics. Light hearted, good humoured and intriguing; one of the best.
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- P. E. Ellerman
- 29-07-2020
Dissapointed with the end distortion
The last 3 minutes of the book are distorted. Spoilt the ending completely good dissapointed
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- Avid Reader
- 03-09-2020
A worthwhile book
Christopher Pyne tells a fascinating story. As one of the longest members of the House of Representatives, he gives his insightful perspective on matters that developed over a period of 25 years.
The most interesting part was his perspective on the leadership coup on Maclom Turnbull. It was disappointing to read that Christopher Pyne was in Scott Morrison's camp and simultaneously being close to the treacherous Dutton and Cormann.
Pyne's voice is also not suited to narrating. The pitch of his accent fluctuates frequently and at times you can hear him breathing heavily and swallowing his saliva.
Not bad overall, but much better political memoirs out there.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-03-2024
A great book.
I've read numerous books on Australian politicians from both sides. As a political buff myself, I can say this is one of the best I've read so far. Only one that comes close in my view would be Keating. A great book, and well done Christopher Pyne. We thank you for your service to the Australian people.
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- Anonymous User
- 13-05-2021
What an entertaining overview
Christopher Pyne is an incredibly witty, eloquent storyteller. such a traumatic time of our political history and a rare insight into the machinations of the Canberra bubble. Highly recommended.
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- Anonymous User
- 26-09-2020
Insider captures the spirit of Australian Politics
I entered Federal Parliament on the same day as Christopher Pyne in 1993, but I was on the other side. As a Labor member for the seat of Lowe, I only had one term as an MP but this book is candid and has the ring of truth about it. It is factual and carries the atmosphere that only a player understands. It is also full of humour and insights into Australian politics and personalities. I laughed out loud many times. Mary Easson
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- darren dwyer
- 25-06-2022
insightful and revealing
i enjoyed this audio book whilst on my holidays, the melobic voice of mr Pyne was calming and easy listening. insightful first person account of the inner workings of government. and i thought the pollies just made it up as they went along, i was wrong its all about long term vison and strategy !
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- Anonymous User
- 30-08-2022
engaging but ultimately hugely biased
I thought this might be better than it was. disappointed. but worth a listen if you feel like a very narrow view of the world. I learnt though that Christopher Pyne is well liked, loyal and friendly.
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- Anonymous User
- 18-07-2020
From parliament to Death Star
An interesting insight from one of Australia's most interesting politicians. note: chapter 13 (acknowledgements) has been slowed down significantly and unintelligible. Pune, can you fix it mate?
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- Gail
- 12-08-2020
The insider
Great reading good follow up to Malcolm Turnbull’s A bigger picture. I’m learning more and more about politics and encouraged the importance of voting.
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