The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove

Topics: The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove - Episode 471: Current Affairs and Heated Debates In this episode, hosts Trevor and Joe, alongside co-host Scott (absent in this episode), discuss a range of topical issues, from geopolitical tensions to local political dynamics. They begin by tackling the ongoing conflict in Gaza, expressing frustration over the pervasive propaganda and narrative control. They criticize the west's support for Israel despite blatant human rights violations. The discussion also covers the portrayal and handling of atrocities in the media, drawing parallels with past conflicts and their coverage. The hosts briefly touch upon the ineffectiveness of explaining facts over narrative control and media influence, urging listeners to seek out uncensored information about the ongoing crisis. The conversation shifts to Australian politics, scrutinizing the recent elections, the leadership turmoil within the Liberal Party, and the criticism faced by new opposition leader Susan Lee. They also discuss the successes and perceived failures of the Greens in pushing for greater funding in housing policies. The show concludes with a critique of Trump’s latest eccentric proposals, including reopening Alcatraz, and a commentary on the broader political landscape influenced by extreme partisan viewpoints. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:31 Hosts and Initial Banter 01:17 Agenda for the Episode 03:44 Discussion on Gaza Conflict 09:35 Media and Narrative Control 17:05 Twitter and Information Sources 20:49 Grok and White Genocide 22:39 Political Reactions and Boycotts 31:27 US Sanctions on ICC Prosecutor 34:21 Biden's Health and Personal Anecdotes 35:47 Persuasion and Core Beliefs 37:50 Questioning Assumptions and Misinformation 38:35 China's Renewable Energy Transition 41:36 CO2 Emissions and Global Comparisons 43:33 China's Coal Plants and Energy Strategy 48:47 Wind Farms and Renewable Energy Debates 53:14 Political Negotiations and Housing Policies 58:15 Religious Discrimination and Asylum 59:28 Post-Election Analysis and Party Dynamics 01:00:13 Criticism of Liberal Party Leadership 01:13:18 Trump's Policies and Controversies 01:16:28 Conclusion and Sign-Off To financially support the Podcast you can make: * a per-episode donation via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/ironfistvelvetglove] or * one-off donation via credit card [https://ironfistvelvetglove.com.au/support]; or * one-off or regular donations via Paypal [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FKPSHGTQHS4SN] or * if you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis [https://getalby.com/p/ifvg]. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theironfistandthevelvetglove] or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY21NPZsK9c49sZgcF3UuQ]. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room. We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [https://my.captivate.fm/www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au] You can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au]

Topics: In this episode of 'The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove,' hosts Trevor and Joe delve into the shocking election results in Australia, with a focus on the defeat of Peter Dutton and the Liberal Party's decline. They discuss various theories behind the Liberal Party's loss, including strategy errors and demographic shifts. The episode also touches on misinterpretations of election results relating to the Greens, Senate outcomes, and potential new leaders in the opposition. The hosts conclude with a surprising confirmation of North Korean troops fighting for Russia in Ukraine, a topic of previous contention. 00:00 Introduction to the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove 01:15 Election Results and Initial Reactions 03:05 Theories Behind the Election Outcome 05:34 Critique of the Liberal National Party 10:26 Greens' Performance and Preference Flows 20:32 Senate Results and Minor Parties 24:24 The Power of Preference Votes 25:50 Generational Voting Trends 27:33 Gender and Education Voting Patterns 30:23 Liberal Party's Future Strategies 36:07 Potential Opposition Leaders 40:34 Housing Crisis and Tax Reform 41:03 North Korean Troops in Ukraine 46:16 Trump's Tariff Fiasco 49:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts To financially support the Podcast you can make: * a per-episode donation via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/ironfistvelvetglove] or * one-off donation via credit card [https://ironfistvelvetglove.com.au/support]; or * one-off or regular donations via Paypal [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FKPSHGTQHS4SN] or * if you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis [https://getalby.com/p/ifvg]. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theironfistandthevelvetglove] or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY21NPZsK9c49sZgcF3UuQ]. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room. We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [https://my.captivate.fm/www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au] You can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au]

Topics: In episode 469, Trevor (Iron Fist), Scott (Velvet Glove), and Joe (Tech Guy)discuss various pressing issues, including the federal election in Australia, the current polling trends, and the policies of different political parties. The conversation also covers international topics such as Israel's blockade in Gaza, the US-China tariff disputes under Trump, and the economic and societal implications of these events. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:33 Panel Introductions and Banter 01:05 Federal Election Discussion 04:29 Vote Compass Insights 06:02 Polling and Gender Differences 11:57 Housing Market and Policies 28:48 Gaza Crisis Update 32:52 Indonesia Joins BRICS: A New Direction? 34:22 The Gaza Conflict: Medical Workers Targeted 36:44 Historical Parallels: Israel and Nazi Death Squads 46:05 Trump's Tariff War with China 49:49 The Fall of the American Empire? 58:00 North Korea's Role in Ukraine 59:24 Trump's Cabinet: Sycophantic Praise 01:05:08 Travel Woes and American Hostility 01:07:56 Concluding Thoughts and Sign-Off To financially support the Podcast you can make: * a per-episode donation via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/ironfistvelvetglove] or * one-off donation via credit card [https://ironfistvelvetglove.com.au/support]; or * one-off or regular donations via Paypal [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FKPSHGTQHS4SN] or * if you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis [https://getalby.com/p/ifvg]. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theironfistandthevelvetglove] or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY21NPZsK9c49sZgcF3UuQ]. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room. We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [https://my.captivate.fm/www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au] You can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au]

Topics: In this episode, Trevor, Joe, and their guest, Cameron Leckie from Australia's Voice, delve into the latest political and social issues affecting Australia. The conversation covers a range of topics including the inefficacies of AUKUS, the necessity for parliamentary approval before entering wars, economic implications of alliances, and media bias. Cameron provides insight into his candidacy for the Senate, highlighting his background in the military and soil science, and outlines Australia's Voice's policies on housing, bank reform, and taxation. Additionally, the discussion touches on Australia's foreign policy, support for Palestine, and the challenges of addressing critical issues like climate change and economic inequality within the current political framework. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 00:41 Technical Difficulties and Guest Introduction 02:35 Filling Time with Current Events 05:17 Cameron Joins and Discusses His Background 06:02 Australia's Voice Party and Policies 23:29 Critique of Mainstream Media and Foreign Policy 29:01 China's Influence and Australia's Position 32:28 Soil Science and Agricultural Insights 35:50 Meeting with Students and Staff 36:23 Challenges in Communication 36:42 General Concerns and Government's Role 37:38 Australia's Voice Policy on War 39:10 Parliament's Role in War Decisions 41:52 Nuclear Weapons and U.S. Military Presence 45:36 Critique of U.S. Foreign Policy 49:40 Australia's Defense and Orcas Policy 55:46 Economic and Social Policies 01:03:43 Final Thoughts and Conclusion To financially support the Podcast you can make: * a per-episode donation via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/ironfistvelvetglove] or * one-off donation via credit card [https://ironfistvelvetglove.com.au/support]; or * one-off or regular donations via Paypal [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FKPSHGTQHS4SN] or * if you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis [https://getalby.com/p/ifvg]. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theironfistandthevelvetglove] or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY21NPZsK9c49sZgcF3UuQ]. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room. We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [https://my.captivate.fm/www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au] You can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au]

Topics: A Deep Dive into Socialist Equality: Elections, Policies, and the Future In this special episode of 'The Iron Fist in the Velvet Glove' podcast, host Trevor is joined by Max Boddy and Warwick Dove from the Socialist Equality Party. The discussion delves into the hurdles faced by the party in registering candidates due to stringent requirements by the Australian Electoral Commission. Warwick shares his journey from industry worker to party member, highlighting the limitations of trade unions and the Labor Party. Max discusses his political awakening at university and the necessity of socialism as a response to the failures of capitalism. The conversation expands to the party's policies on housing, the impact of the anti-Semitism campaign, and the broader goals of socialist revolution. The episode concludes with a reflection on the challenges posed by identity politics and mainstream media's role in shaping public perception. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:33 Party Registration Issues 05:53 Warwick's Background and Union Experience 17:18 Max's Background and Political Awakening 20:31 Critique of Capitalism and Call for Socialism 26:12 Addressing Common Criticisms of Socialism 35:25 Specific Policies and Election Talking Points 37:05 Redirecting Military Spending to Public Programs 37:50 Critique of Housing Policies and Tax Structures 39:11 Media's Role in Shaping Public Perception 39:55 Antisemitism and Legislative Responses 44:02 The Intersection of Media and Government 53:07 Revolutionary Optimism and Workers' Struggles 01:07:49 Identity Politics and the Working Class 01:12:27 Final Thoughts and Call to Action To financially support the Podcast you can make: * a per-episode donation via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/ironfistvelvetglove] or * one-off donation via credit card [https://ironfistvelvetglove.com.au/support]; or * one-off or regular donations via Paypal [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FKPSHGTQHS4SN] or * if you are into Cryptocurrency you can send Satoshis [https://getalby.com/p/ifvg]. We Livestream every Monday night at 7:30 pm Brisbane time. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theironfistandthevelvetglove] or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY21NPZsK9c49sZgcF3UuQ]. Watch us live and join the discussion in the chat room. We have a website. www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [https://my.captivate.fm/www.ironfistvelvetglove.com.au] You can email us. The address is trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au [trevor@ironfistvelvetglove.com.au]