In this episode, Jeremy Cordeaux discusses a wide range of topics, from cultural heritage laws and indigenous land claims in Australia to global political issues. He reflects on climate conferences, COP29 in Azerbaijan, and criticises government spending and advertising campaigns. Other topics include the drop in electric car sales, the rise in drug-related deaths, the role of patriotism in modern society, and Remembrance Day observances. Cordeaux also shares historical tidbits and celebrates notable birthdays.

Topics Discussed

• Australian cultural heritage laws and indigenous land claims, with specific examples (01:16)​
• Criticism of government’s consent campaign and “woke” messaging (12:17)​
• Observations on the decline in electric car sales and future viability (18:30)​
• COP29 in Azerbaijan and Jeremy’s skepticism of its climate goals (19:30)​
• Increase in drug-related deaths surpassing road toll statistics (11:10)​
• Historical milestones, such as the invention of false fingernails and the first American coins with “In God We Trust” (23:39)​
• Commentary on military recruitment challenges and patriotism in modern Australia (11:10)​
• Reflections on freedom and women’s rights in Middle Eastern countries (17:26)

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In this episode, Jeremy Cordeaux covers an eclectic mix of topics, from local updates about Adelaide’s newest zoo resident, Burma the elephant, to broader reflections on global and historical events. Jeremy discusses the logistics of transporting Burma to Monarto Zoo, the phenomenon of outrageous purchases like million-dollar bananas, and the surprising growth of the bottled water industry. He also reflects on anniversaries, including Remembrance Day, and historical milestones like the first use of chloroform as an anaesthetic.

Topics Discussed

• Arrival of Burma the elephant in Adelaide and traffic impacts of her move to Monarto Zoo (00:14)​
• Social media message on immigration and adaptation in Australia (02:27)​
• Allegations of sexual misconduct against the late Mohamed Al Fayed (04:18)​
• Iran’s alleged plot to assassinate Donald Trump and U.S. political shifts (07:12)​
• High costs of modern art, including a $2 million banana taped to a wall (12:49)​
• The billion-dollar bottled water industry and its global growth (16:26)​
• Reflections on the use of chloroform as an anaesthetic and other historical milestones (22:13)

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In this episode, Jeremy Cordeaux covers a range of topics from global trust trends and social media influencers to political controversies and environmental issues. Topics include a discussion on the Ipsos Global Trustworthiness Index, with doctors ranking as the most trusted profession and politicians as the least. He also addresses issues with Section 18C, Pauline Hanson’s recent legal troubles, debates over renewable energy's environmental impact, and reflections on the recent U.S. election and historical events.

Topics Discussed

• Ipsos Global Trustworthiness Index: Most and least trusted professions (00:00)
• Public trust in social media influencers and politicians (02:23)
• Jeremy’s reflection on pharmacists as a historically trusted profession (06:15)
• Elder Fine Art and Rising Sun Inn as show sponsors (06:15)​
• Reflections on musician Tom Paxton and his contributions to music (08:28)​
• Criticism of renewables and environmental concerns over wind farms (10:39)​
• Pauline Hanson’s legal issues over remarks to Senator Faruqi (13:06)​
• Section 18C and its implications on freedom of speech (15:42)​

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