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Democracy Sausage with Mark Kenny

Democracy Sausage with Mark Kenny

By: The Australian National University
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 Mark Kenny takes a weekly look at politics and public affairs with expert analysis and discussion from researchers at The Australian National University and beyond.

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The Australian National University Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Opportunity in chaos

    Opportunity in chaos
    Apr 1 2026

    What does the Middle East conflict mean for Australia and how instructive is the past in drawing parallels with the chaos of today? Will a global recession benefit One Nation in marginal, outer suburban electorates? How worried should the National Party be in the upcoming Farrer by-election? Can Albo manage the Trump relationship?


    Frank Bongiorno joins Mark to discuss his new role, instructional history, and the fallout for Australian politics.

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    1 hr
  • One Nation watershed

    One Nation watershed
    Mar 26 2026

    Will the Liberal and National parties do better in the Victorian election and the Farrer by-election? Can One Nation build itself into a national political force, beyond its Queensland heartland and newfound popularity in South Australia? Will poor leadership and discipline unravel One Nation success, or will it become the party of the right?


    South Australia political junkies, Josh Sunman and Dr Emily Foley join Democracy Sausage to discuss the South Australian election washup and the performance for One Nation.

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    59 mins
  • The scales of war

    The scales of war
    Mar 13 2026

    What are the legal implications of Australia's participation in the Gulf? Is International Law being undermined by the US? How are the powers of influence tipping the scales of justice?


    Leading international law expert Donald Rothwell joins Democracy Sausage to discuss the legal implications of the Iran war.

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    53 mins
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