Talking Sh!t by Toilet Paper Australia

The Power of Unions - TPA x ASU Strike Action Special

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Admin 1 is oined by the Australian Services Union's Victorian and Tasmanian Branch Secretary, Tash Wark, to talk all things strike action for council workers. In one of the largest strikes of council workers, the ASU is working towards one of the largest multi-employer bargaining agreements for 8 local councils, demanding better pay and conditions.

Admin 1 not only dives into this with Tash, but a number of other rights that the great Union movement has won, in what is a must-listen episode!

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Iran and NatSpills - can we even keep up?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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In what has been an absolute whirlwind in Australian and global politics, Admins 1 and 2 take stock of the situation in Iran and its effect on the cost of living in Australia, as well as question the reasoning of even siding with the US in the first place.

We also look towards home, and check out the new leader of the Nats, Matt Canavan, and his rather… questionable voting records.

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Let the right wing civil war begin

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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They say a week is a long time in politics, so Admins 1 and 2 do our absolute best to recap the last month of whatever the hell the Liberals and One Nation are up to.

The new year has seen One Nation go from political outsiders, to pitching themselves as the new opposition. In this must-listen episode, we talk about just how likely that is, as well as discuss One Nation’s strengths to look out for, and weaknesses to tackle.

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SA Election Special - Talking Sh!t with Aria Bolkus

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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With the South Australian election rolling around, we sat down with Labor's candidate for Colton, Aria Bolkus! In an election quite like no other, we chat all things South Australian politics, from Peter Malinauskas' dominance, to the influence of Adelaide's Greek Community on Aria's political journey. We also explore the influence of Aria's late father and Labor stalwart Nick, and how his long, impactful career influenced her to become the candidate she is today.

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100K Live Podcast! with Punter's Politics

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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In September 2025, TPA reached 100,000 followers across all our social media platforms. To commemorate us hitting 100k on Instagram alone, we decided to release the recording of the live podcast!

Admins 1 and 2 join forces for a rare in-person episode, alongside guest speaker Konrad Benjamin from Punters Politics for an unforgettable live show, where we not only talk all things political communication, but also hear from you, the followers in person!

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Protests and spills - how did we get here?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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Admins 1 and 2 return for an emergency episode to discuss the disastrous handling of protests in Sydney by the Minns Labor Government. We talk about the actions of NSW police, and the response by the Premier and just how out of touch they have shown themselves to be.

To lighten the mood we also covered the very fresh news of Angus Taylor’s spill motion, and how that might affect the sinking ship of the Liberal Party.

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Talking Sh!t with Charlotte Walker

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Admin 1 travels to sunny Adelaide to interview our first Labor MP, Senator Charlotte Walker! The youngest ever MP to be elected by the Labor Party, Charlotte was elected at just 21 years of age, going from strength to strength representing South Australia.

Admin 1 chats all things about young people in politics, new and exciting ways of engaging the youth, and her rather interesting interactions with Pauline Hanson in this must-listen episode.

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LABOR WINS: Unpacking the 2025 Federal Election

Wed, 07 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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In what was a historic election, Labor was returned to government for a second term, in monumental fashion, the likes of which we may never see again!

From Dutton’s departure, to the sheer number of first-time-ever moments, to Admin 1’s adventures on the night, we look at everything that went right for Labor, to what went wrong for the Libs.

We also take a look at the many surprises this election, as we farewell some of our former guests, and explore what the hell happened to the Greens.

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The Election State of Play: Talking Sh!t with Punter's Politics

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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We have a surprise guest for this week, with Konrad from Punter’s Politics taking time out of his Melbourne Comedy Festival tour to chat all things election!

We chat about the state of play, how Dutton has (so far) fumbled the bag, and whether this election is the last one where a hung parliament is possible!

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Talking Sh!t with Ellie Smith

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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In our attempt to do the funniest thing ever, we welcomed independent candidate for Dickson, and Peter Dutton’s opponent Ellie Smith onto the podcast!

We chat all things Queensland politics, Cyclone Alfred and the challenges of running against the top dog of the Liberal Party. We dive into why the Liberal Leader’s seat is so marginal, and how Ellie plans to pull off the campaign of a lifetime, by listening to voters that Peter Dutton has taken for granted for far too long.

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Talking Sh!t with Zali Steggall OAM MP

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

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Our third Federal MP to sit down with us, we chat with Zali Steggall MP OLY, the member for Warringah!

While she built her reputation off her Olympic exploits, we put the spotlight on her political career, and ask “how did you do it”.

We discuss her fresh take on independent politics, which not only ousted former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, but kicked off a new generation of independents in the Teal wave we see today, before talking about the upcoming election, and her goal to hold party politics to account.

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Game On - Election Launch Special

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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It’s finally happening! Albo has called the election, and we are off to the Polls on the 3rd of May.

Admins 1 and 2 give you the full rundown on the state of the election, our way too early predictions, and even a little budget talk in between. We talk about where it’ll be won and lost, and whether a majority parliament is even possible.

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Talking Sh!t with Dr. Matt Agnew PhD

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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This week, we welcome well known astrophysicist and former The Bachelor star, Dr. Matt Agnew onto the podcast.

We dive into his unconventional rise as a science communicator, using his reality TV platform as a force for good, bringing in themes of the rise of AI and social media algorithms in our lives, before exploring his passionate advocacy for positive, modern masculinity and his honest thoughts on nuclear energy in Australia.

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Disappearing Dutton

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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In a first during Season 2, we are joined by Admin 2 in the Melbourne Studio! We unpack a rather uncalled for announcement from Matt Canavan, Peter Duttons amazing disappearing act in times of crisis, and whether he has fumbled the keys to the Lodge. We also go through his rather questionable policy choices, how it will affect the everyday person, not just in the public sector that may be culled, but by all of us, who end up using the fruits of their labour.

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Talking Sh!t with Liam Bell of Playlunch

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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In this captivating interview, Admin 1 sits down with Liam Bell, the frontman of Naarm/Melbourne's own Bogan Funk band Playlunch.

We talk about the struggles of the gig economy and its perception in the media, as well as what more can be done to help such a huge industry during a cost of living crisis.

We talk about the cancellation of multiple music festivals, the role social media plays for artists and the reality of the Australian live music scene.

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Talking Sh!t with Adam Bandt | PART 2

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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In our first ever interview with a party leader, we sit down with the leader of the Australian Greens, Adam Bandt!

We speak to Adam about the upcoming federal election, navigating a minority parliament and answer YOUR questions.

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Talking Sh!t with Adam Bandt | PART 1

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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In our first ever interview with a party leader, we sit down with the leader of the Australian Greens, Adam Bandt!

From being the first Greens MP elected to Australia’s lower house, to leading the most successful minor party in modern Australian political history, we talk to Adam about everything from the rise of the Greens to their recent struggles. We ask Adam some tough questions on the rise of Advance and populism, and talk about the place of parties like the Greens in an increasingly uncertain future.

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Rate Relief: A lifeline for Albo, or too little too late?

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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If they say a week is a long time in politics, then 6 of them is an eternity. Admins 1 and 2 take stock of the year that has been so far.

We chat all things interest rates, what it’ll mean for the election, and unpack some very juicy polls that show we are almost certainly headed to a hung parliament, and whether we truly are looking at Dutton in the lodge.

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Talking Sh!t with Grace Tame

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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In our biggest episode yet, we talk with 2021 Australian of the Year and perennial “Woman of the Hour” of Australian Politics, Grace Tame.

Not one to shy away from the spotlight, Grace sits down with Admins 1 and 2, where we discuss everything from the responsibility of being Australian of the Year, to *those* moments with Scott Morrison and Albo, to how she handles the heat from the media.

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Talking Sh!t with Rachel Payne MP

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

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Our second episode with a sitting member of Victorian Parliament, Admin 1 sits down with Legalise Cannabis Victoria MP Rachel Payne, to discuss all things upper house, the need for minor parties, and of course, the long journey towards Cannabis legalisation.

Admin 1 asks your burning questions (pun intended), and also talks about why, no matter the issue, minor parties truly matter, in more ways than what many may think.

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Talking Sh!t with Leo Puglisi

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

In a long-overdue episode, Admins 1 and 2 talk to the founder of online news outlet 6 News Australia, and journalism’s biggest rising star, Leonardo Puglisi.

We talk about his rapid rise on social media and the challenges of running a major outlet while in high school, and the role of young people in shaping discussion, in a time when older, established media is seeing a decline.

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2025 - a Happy New Year?

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:00:30 GMT

Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2025, we unpack the year that was, from elections to culture wars and everything in between.

We preview the 2025 Federal and WA elections, where Labor couldn't face a more stark contrast in fortunes, and what Albo needs to do to steady the ship going into what could be the closest election in over a decade.

The Admins dive into some of your questions about the year ahead, and most importantly, we digest THAT leaked video of Gina Rinehart.

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Talking Sh!t with Georgie Purcell

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 16:00:20 GMT

In a long-overdue episode, Admin 1 sits down with Victorian Senator for the Animal Justice Party and friend of the page, Georgie Purcell. We talk everything, from what happens in the halls of parliament, to her unique journey into politics, to the less well-known effects of the cost-of-living crisis on animals.

Talking Sh!t by Toilet Paper Australia

The Power of Unions - TPA x ASU Strike Action Special

Iran and NatSpills - can we even keep up?

Let the right wing civil war begin

SA Election Special - Talking Sh!t with Aria Bolkus

100K Live Podcast! with Punter's Politics

Protests and spills - how did we get here?

Talking Sh!t with Charlotte Walker

LABOR WINS: Unpacking the 2025 Federal Election

The Election State of Play: Talking Sh!t with Punter's Politics

Talking Sh!t with Ellie Smith

Talking Sh!t with Zali Steggall OAM MP

Game On - Election Launch Special

Talking Sh!t with Dr. Matt Agnew PhD

Disappearing Dutton

Talking Sh!t with Liam Bell of Playlunch

Talking Sh!t with Adam Bandt | PART 2

Talking Sh!t with Adam Bandt | PART 1

Rate Relief: A lifeline for Albo, or too little too late?

Talking Sh!t with Grace Tame

Talking Sh!t with Rachel Payne MP

Talking Sh!t with Leo Puglisi

2025 - a Happy New Year?

Talking Sh!t with Georgie Purcell

Queensland Election Special ft. Our New Admin 2

Talking Sh!t Rentals with Purplepingers

Are we really proud of AUSPOL?

Nuclear Power. If you don’t know, vote no.

Talking Sh!t with Michael West Media

How Could Daniel Andrews AC Let This Happen?

TPA on the UK: An Uninformed Australian’s Guide To The UK Election

Recipes for the Revolution: Talking Sh!t with Reuben Kaye

The Auspol Bible Part 2: Everything you need to know to stay informed

There’s a hole in your budget, dear admin

Politics and Sport Part 2 with Type Media

Talking Sh!t with Max Chandler-Mather

Politics and Sport: do they mix? (Spoiler alert: they always have)

Let's all laugh at Bruce + Everything wrong with the media in 24 hours

The Auspol Bible: The How-To guide to staying informed that you never knew you needed

Talking Sh!t with Punter's Politics

Can Network Seven pay my rent? A happy ending for some, but not the Tasmanian Labor party

Just buy a property at 8 years old, it’s not that hard bro

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