LISTEN: Putin, Optus Failures & Australia’s Climate Policy Chaos | The Court of Public Opinion

In this GARAGE edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the tragic memorial for Charlie Kirk, the rising global threat from Vladimir Putin, and shocking youth violence in Victoria. He tackles Optus’ alleged failures linked to lives lost, Australia’s collapsing fertility rate, and the $23 million national climate risk assessment. Jeremy challenges Labour’s emissions policies, rising energy prices, and the push for renewables, while questioning political accountability. He also shares lighter notes on history, anniversaries, and listener contributions.

Topics Covered;

• Memorial for Charlie Kirk and reflections on his impact.

• Putin’s aggression with fighter jets in Estonian airspace.

• Sudanese youth gang violence in Victoria.

• Optus outage and alleged failure of triple zero call redirection.

• Corporate responsibility vs. shareholders when companies fail.

• Australia’s fertility rate falling below replacement level.

• Criticism of the $23 million national Climate Risk Assessment.

• Labour’s emissions targets and renewable energy debate.

• Rising electricity prices and government accountability.

• Historical anniversaries (The Jetsons, Thomas Cook collapse, Freud, etc.).

• Light commentary: pub promotion, art auctions, birthdays.

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