The Professor and The Hack

The Albanese government has just delivered its budget, the first for Labor in nearly 10 years, and there’s a lot to unpack.

At a time when we’re experiencing the highest inflation rate in Australia since 1990, Hugh and Peter look at who the winners and losers were in this week's federal budget.

What happens when economic theory becomes lived reality?

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It’s nearly budget time, again. That’s two this year. It’s an unusual situation, but an exciting time for anyone who loves policy and economics, including PVO.

So is the forecast gloomy or bright? The Professor and the Hack deep dive into the realities of what we can expect – and it’s a complex mix.

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Millions of Australians are this week coming to terms with their information being compromised in the Optus data breach. But what about the pollies having access to a lot of our personal information that’s stored in their database? It’s exempt from the Privacy Act, but is it safe?

Also up for discussion this week are the Stage Three Tax cuts and whether the National Integrity Commission does have teeth.

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As the world mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, The Professor and The Hack take a moment to reflect on times past and times to come.

Hugh and Peter also discuss the Integrity Commission, and think about what we can expect from the upcoming economic statement.

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So much to talk about this week. The interest rate rises just keep on coming, with the fifth one in as many months just announced.

Can you believe it’s been 30 years since superannuation was introduced? Paul Keating can, and has had something to say this week.

And why are the Greens and Matt Canavan suddenly seeing eye to eye?

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Today we move away from politics and talk about policy for a change. There’s a lot to unpack from this week’s jobs and skills summit, as news about an increased migration cap breaks mid-recording. Also up for discussion are the stage three tax cuts.

And where was Peter Dutton?

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With former prime minister Scott Morrison’s secret self-appointments dominating the news, our dynamic duo discusses whether more of Morrison really was the solution to the problem.

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As we digest the impact of yet another interest rate rise, Hugh and PVO don’t even consider the fact that right now avocados are the cheapest they’ve ever been. Instead they look at the hot topics of the day, including the different forms cost of living relief could take, and the potential fallout of Peter Dutton going nuclear.

And how well do you know your state premiers?

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Your favourite commentators are back after a well-earned break (or at least PVO is). They reflect on the aftermath of the election, and discuss the first week of parliament.

And can we expect to see Scott Morrison on the evangelical speaking circuit any time soon?

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This week Hugh and Peter take a look at the ministers gaining a seat on Labor’s new front bench. Who are the rising stars in this new political environment? 

And as celebrations begin the world over for Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, what better time to discuss the appointment of an Assistant Minister for the Republic.

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