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  • East Plus West Ep 213 - Moira Deeming Controversy Hurts Victorian Liberals + Reaction To Youth Public Housing Blowout
    Jul 3 2026

    In this week's exclusive subscribers' podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the latest turmoil within the Victorian Liberal Party after the Moira Deeming controversy returned to court. The duo examines what's next for the conservative side of politics in Victoria as Labor and Premier Jacinta Allen struggle in the polls ahead of the November state election. They also unpack the growing reaction to young adults facing public housing wait times exceeding three years, featuring an extended interview with Anglicare WA CEO Mark Glasson on what the crisis means for the next generation struggling to get ahead.

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    24 min
  • East Plus West Ep 212 - Karl Stefanovic Implodes, and Housing Wait Times Blow Out For Young Adults
    Jun 26 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the shock fallout surrounding Karl Stefanovic, one of Australia’s most popular journalists and television hosts, following his podcast controversy and Channel 9's decision to terminate his contract. They also examine exclusive data revealing that public housing wait times for young adults in Western Australia have tripled over the past six years, with regional applicants now waiting longer than those in metropolitan areas. We have an extended discussion on what it all means for West Australians.

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    33 min
  • East Plus West Ep 211 - Public Housing Waitlist Reform & A Busy Week In Parliament
    Jun 19 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the State Government’s reforms to Western Australia’s public housing waiting list, with a pledge to prioritise those most in need.

    Meanwhile, it has been a very busy week in Parliament, with two protests and six press conferences in a single morning. We break down the key issues as politicians compete for media attention over Collie’s future, the proposed Burswood racetrack, and the Government’s rights-to-protest legislation.

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    20 min
  • East Plus West Ep 210 - Pauline Hanson & One Nation Visits WA As Liberals Fight For Survival
    Jun 12 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss Pauline Hanson’s One Nation fundraiser in Perth’s eastern suburbs, where hundreds of protesters gathered outside the venue. Federally, the Liberal Party is in turmoil as it debates whether to preference PHON. Meanwhile, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces a difficult battle ahead of the state election in November, as support for Victorian Labor continues to decline.

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    22 min
  • East Plus West Ep 209 - The Rise & Rise Of One Nation, Tax Reform Setbacks and Trains Vs Truck Crash In Perth
    May 29 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the continual rise of Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party around the nation as the Albanese Labor Government faces tax reform setbacks. In Western Australia, local farmers are inviting city slickers to see how food is being grown during seeding season, and a Transperth Metro Train crashed into a truck injuring six people - sparking reminders of patience at railway crossings.

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    14 min
  • East Plus West Ep 208 - One Nation Overtakes Labor In Polls & Treasurer Questioned Over Capital Gains Tax Changes
    May 22 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo celebrate the 4th anniversary of the East Plus West Podcast! This week, the duo discuss the latest rise in One Nation’s popularity over Labor on the primary vote as the Coalition lags behind. Meanwhile, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers visits Perth and answers questions about changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, and whether Australians who do well are being punished for working smart.

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    24 min
  • East Plus West Ep 207 – Negative Gearing & Capital Gains Tax Reform Spark Debate Over Youth Housing Affordability
    May 15 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the latest backflip on the Albanese Government’s move to tinker with Negative Gearing and Capital Gains Tax, despite its pre-election pledge not to do so. Meanwhile, Federal Liberal Opposition Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson landed in Perth today to speak with young couples about recent tax changes in the Budget.

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    20 min
  • East Plus West Ep 206 - Cost Of Living Victorian And Western Australian State Budgets 2026-27
    May 8 2026

    In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the latest outcomes of the Victorian and Western Australian state budgets, focusing on the differing financial outlooks for both governments, spending priorities, taxes, cost-of-living assistance, and the winners and losers as stakeholders fight for a greater share of funding allocations. They also examine how the budgets could affect both states just one week before the Federal Budget next Tuesday.

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    23 min