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Sam Gordon talks fears over major housing policy shake-up
25/04/2026 | 31 mins.
Australia’s housing market is at a tipping point. With the federal budget looming, major changes to housing policy, including negative gearing and capital gains tax, are being debated in Canberra. But could these decisions make the crisis even worse? In this episode of The Issue, property investor Sam Gordon, who owns more than 150 properties, shares a stark warning. Government intervention could drive rents higher, push prices up, and lock an entire generation out of home ownership.
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Anthony Albanese's plan to fight at the 2028 election and his 'sense of destiny'
24/04/2026 | 35 mins.
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How does the Australian War Memorial tell the messy truth about war? And its plan to handle the Ben Roberts-Smith court case
18/04/2026 | 35 mins.
How does the Australian War Memorial tell the messy truth about war?
It’s a shrine, a world-class museum and an archive in Canberra that’s undergoing a $550 million upgrade.
The Issue looks at what’s next for the Memorial, how it honours veterans, and how it handles a painful history including the Frontier Wars.
Plus, 7News uncovers the plans it has in place to handle the war crimes court case against Victoria Cross recipient, Ben Roberts-Smith.
The Australian War Memorial Director, Matt Anderson, is this week’s guest on the podcast.
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Lessons from the Iran War: David Pocock offers solutions on gas, fuel, the budget, electrification and feeding hungry Australians
11/04/2026 | 31 mins.
David Pocock is considered one of the greatest ever Wallabies, now he’s giving the major parties grief as a Senator for the ACT in Federal Parliament. This week’s episode looks at the short- and long-term lessons from the Iran War and oil crisis. The 37-year-old independent politician weighs in on tax, gas, fuel, the budget, public servants, the future of contact sports and why he wants a new stadium in Canberra.
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Hard truths about how the Iran War and the oil crisis will hit the wealth of Australians
04/04/2026 | 28 mins.
If you ask Scott Phillips how effective our governments have been at getting a high price from the companies that export our energy resources - expect an earful. This week's episode of The Issue features the Motley Fool's Chief Investment Officer Scott Phillips, who discusses hard truths with 7NEWS' political reporter, Tim Lester.
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About The Issue

The Issue is a weekly podcast that dives deep into the world of politics and global affairs. Hosted by seasoned political reporters Tim Lester and Josh Martin, the show offers insightful analysis, sharp commentary, and thoughtful discussion on the biggest stories shaping our world today. From the halls of Parliament to international summits, The Issue covers a wide range of topics - national policy debates, geopolitical tensions, election cycles, social movements, and more. Each episode breaks down the news of the week, helping listeners make sense of complex developments and what they mean for the future. Whether you're a political junkie or just trying to stay informed, The Issue is your go-to source for clear, intelligent, and engaging political conversation.

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