- 57 minutes 28 secondsRussell Brand’s Media Enablers. Plus, Our US Election Takeaways and New Zealand Votes!
Os and Scott go deep on the US election, discussing how the economy, Israel and AI shaped the results and what takeaways there are for Australian politics and media.
Then, they break down the New Zealand election, held over the weekend, before analysing the Russell Brand verdict and the media culture that he thrived in, as well as his embrace by the far-right.
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8 November 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 14 minutesIs Trump Finished? The Dems Huge Election Night and What Comes Next. Plus, Australia's Moronic Economic Debate
Os and Scott beak down the momentous US midterm election results. They talk about the last minute campaign twists that nearly derailed the Democrat's campaign, the huge night for progressives, and what the results mean for Donald Trump and the future of US politics.
Then they cover the broken state of Australia's economic policy debate. With the country facing a recession, rising unemployment and increasing interest rates, why is the media fixated on pressuring the government to cut spending?
In Keeping Tabs: What happened to the Helen Haines story, and why is the Melbourne Press Club rolling out the red carpet for One Nation?
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4 November 2026, 5:00 pm - 47 minutes 44 secondsThe US Midterm Elections and Trump's Desperate Racism. Plus, AI Killer Robots Are Here
Os and Scott present Lamestream's guide to the US midterm elections. They break down what's at stake for the US and the world, what the polling projects, the key races, and how Donald Trump might reacting if it looks like his grip on power might be weakened.
Then Scott presents a deep dive into AI weapons and warfare, the development of autonomous weapons and Australia's role in building and testing killer robots. They also discuss a proposed new international treaty to curtail the use of lethal autonomous weapons, and why a number of powerful countries are opposed to it.
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1 November 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 7 minutesIsrael's Tied Election, ABC Caves to Right-Wing Pressure, and News Corp's Civil War
Os and Scott open by talking about their latest TV obsession (Note: he said Reservoir Dogs but he meant Reservation Dogs!), before discussing the ABC's appearance at Senate estimates this week and what it revealed about management's approach, and how they respond to right-wing criticism.
Then they break down the Israeli election results, and Os runs why through many Australian journalists are in Israel right, and singing from the same song sheet.
Later, they discuss the Victorian Liberals plan to ban pro-Palestine phrases, despite the current High Court challenge over similar Queensland laws, Scott runs through the incredible civil war raging in News Cop, and Os shares some good news from elections in Brazil and Serbia.
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28 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 46 minutes 51 secondsWhat Israel's Election Really Means For Gaza. Plus, New Details About Helen Haines' Alleged Attacker
As Israel heads to the polls, Os and Scott examine the country's increasingly right-wing political landscape, the candidates vying to replace Netanyahu, and why Western media coverage may be missing the bigger picture. Is Netanyahu really the problem, or do Israel's political divisions run much deeper?
Plus, as new details emerge about the man accused of attacking independent MP Helen Haines, we examine the media and political response, the rush to draw conclusions about motive, and why questions about mental health services and Australia's social safety net are being overlooked.
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25 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 4 secondsHelen Haines and the Broken Media Discussion about Political Violence. Plus, France Erupts
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Os and Scott discuss the alleged attack on federal MP Helen Haines, including how the story was covered in the first 24 hours, the narratives that quickly emerged, and what we actually know about the alleged assailant.
They also discuss who is really to blame for normalising extreme rhetoric in Australian politics and media.
Later in the episode, Scott breaks down the problems with the Australian media's coverage of the French protests, and Os shares his thoughts on the ABC's Top 100 Australian Books countdown.
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21 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 58 minutes 6 secondsAccusations Against Greens' Steele-John, Leaks Prove Media's Pro-Israel Bias, and Walkleys Drama
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Os and Scott break down the allegations of inappropriate behaviour levelled against Greens senator Jordon Steele-John, how the Greens have responded, and the bigger questions it raises for both the media and our political institutions.
Later in the episode, they discuss the extraordinary leaked audio that shows how US news network CBS, is censoring stories about Benjamin Netanyahu, plus the backlash to this year’s Walkley Award nominations.
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18 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 16 minutesThe Film Israel Doesn't Want You To See, ABC Journos Revolt, and Trump's Russia Deal
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Os and Scott start the show by discussing the Australian Hotel Association's strange new AI-generated ad in favour of migration, including its intended audience and if it will be effective.
Then, Scott breaks down the latest staff revolt at the ABC, which kicked off after management threatened the president of the journalist's union with disciplinary action for writing an opinion piece in the Australian Financial Review.
Later in the show, they review NAZA, the gripping new documentary examining the mechanics of Israel's genocide in Gaza. They discuss the meltdown its caused in Israel, what the film does well, whether it missed any opportunities, and what viewers should take away.
Finally, they break down Trump's extraordinary deal with Russia to temporarily lift sanctions, and how the question of military aid to Ukraine has split the Greens.
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14 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 49 minutes 35 secondsThe One Nation-Israel Alliance, CPAC Embarrasses The Media, and Europe Revolts
Os and Scott reunite and break down some of the biggest stories from the past week, including the outbreak of mass protests in Spain and France, Karl Stefanovic's return to podcasting and the reformation of Powderfinger.
Later in the show, they discuss the media's coverage of Pauline Hanson and other right-wing political readers at the CPAC political conference, the pro-Israel lobby's embrace of One Nation, and how Australia's immigration debate has become full of hypocrisy.
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11 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 17 minutesThe Lamestream x Ette Collab You’ve Been Waiting For
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In this special episode, Scott sits down with Ette Media founder Jan Fran for a long-overdue chat about starting independent media companies.
They trade war stories about coming up through the mainstream media, what made them finally decide to go independent and the future for smaller indie outlets.
Then, they discuss One Nation’s Victorian election campaign launch and a video filled with racism the media missed, and Jan brings some throwaway lines from the Australian Financial Review that have her cracking up because if she doesn’t laugh, she’ll cry.
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6 October 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 3 minutesHow Should The Greens Tackle Labor? Plus, Why Australia's Mamdani Doesn't Exist feat. Tom Ballard
Os is joined by comedian and podcaster Tom Ballard to analyse the Greens new leadership team, discuss whether the media has got any better at how it covers the party, and look at how much the party will actually be shifting its strategy and direction.
They also discus Os' recent article examining why Australia seems to lack a compelling, left-wing political figure like Zohran Mamdani, and if there is any exciting political organising going on in the country.
And later in the show, they talk about why Labor is refusing to be more interventionist in response to the economic downturn, the flawed logic of the RBA, and the frustrating limits the media puts on economic policy debate in Australia.
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