Commanding the Narrative
Commanding the Narrative & The XCandidates podcasts - join us as we give a platform to some of Australia's prominent political figures and commentators Live streamed on Rumble, YouTube & Facebook Follow us at: www.commandingthenarrative.com Hosted by: - Steven Tripp - Internationally published political commentator - Adam Zahra - Campbelltown City Councillor
Episodes
NEWS MEDIA, POLITICAL PARTIES & THE FUTURE OF AUSTRALIA
WITH JASON OLBOURNE
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 91
Steven Tripp is joined by Jason Olbourne for a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of news media and political parties in Australia.
Jason is the host of the 51st State on Substack, a former political candidate and the former host of the Daily Australia.
Jason opens up on his recent fallout...
AUSTRALIA’S LEADERSHIP CRISIS & THE MAD RUSH TO NET ZERO
WITH STUART BONDS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 90
Steven Tripp is live in East Cessnock with One Nation’s candidate for Hunter, Stuart Bonds.
Stuart gives his post-result recap after his unprecedented success in the election. Stuart breaks down the leadership crisis in Australia, which saw the Liberal Party unable to mount a successful campaign against Anthony Alb...
REJECTING THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION
WITH KATIE ASHBY-KOPPENS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 89
In this compelling episode, Steven Tripp sits down with Katie Ashby-Koppens, a seasoned civil litigation lawyer with over 20 years of experience, to discuss the implications of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) influence and why rejecting its influence is critical.
Katie serves as the head of legal for two prominent New Zea...
APARTHEID: WAS IT MISUNDERSTOOD & IS SOUTH AFRICA BETTER OFF?
WITH PROF. ERIC LOUW
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 88
In this thought-provoking episode, Steven Tripp sits down with Prof. Eric Louw, a retired professor of political communication and former anti-apartheid activist, to explore the complex history and legacy of apartheid in South Africa.
With a career spanning journalism, academia, and activism, Prof. Louw of...
HOW AUSTRALIA HAS CHANGED
DURING THE LIFE OF LIEUTENANT COLONEL KEVIN LOUGHREY
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 87
In this engaging episode of Commanding the Narrative, Steven Tripp sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Loughrey, co-founder of Australians for Better Government (ABG), to discuss his life’s journey, including his upbringing, why he joined the military and his experiences overseas.
Interweaved with stories fro...
ABORIGINAL GENOCIDE: GRIM REALITY OR HISTORICAL FABRICATION?
WITH DR. CHRISTOPHER REYNOLDS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 86
In this controversial live episode, Steven Tripp sits down with author, historian and political philosopher, Dr. Christopher Reynolds.
Dr. Reynolds unpacks the contentious question of whether British Settlement led to a genocide being inflicted upon Aboriginal Australians. Having recently dug into vast...
COUNCILS: DO THEY WORK FOR US?
WITH LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCILLOR PETER RISTEVSKI
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 85
In this engaging live episode, Steven Tripp sits down with Liverpool City Councillor Peter Ristevski to discuss the critical question: Do councils truly work for the people?
Peter, a former Deputy Mayor and a prominent independent councillor, shares his insights on the inner workings of local government, the challe...
FAMILY FIRST: THE DARK HORSE OF AUSTRALIAN POLITICS
WITH LYLE SHELTON
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 84
Steven Tripp is joined by Lyle Shelton, the National Director and lead NSW Senate candidate for the Family First Party. As the driving force behind Family First’s resurgence, Lyle is shaking up the political landscape with a vision to restore faith, family, and freedom to the centre of public policy.
Lyle discusses the rec...
ELON MUSK TURNS ON DONALD TRUMP
PLUS THE LA PROTESTS & FINAL SENATE RESULTS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 83
Steven Tripp, Adam Zahra and Sam Buono are back in the Fishbowl to discuss a host of topics, leading with Elon Musk turning on US President Donald Trump.
Also discussed were the current LA protests and resulting civil unrest, the rise of artificial intelligence, how drones are proving themselves as defence weapon...
ACHIEVING BETTER OUTCOMES FOR ABORIGINAL AUSTRALIANS
WITH HON DR. GARY JOHNS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 82
Steven Tripp is joined by former Minister in the Keating Government and Chairman of Close the Gap Research, Hon Dr. Gary Johns.
Close the Gap Research is a group dedicated to creating evidence-based programs and services that make a lasting impact on the lives of disadvantaged Aboriginal Australians. Dr. Johns disc...
HIGH SPEED RAIL, VALUE CAPTURING & NATION BUILDING
WITH JOHN ALEXANDER OAM
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 81
Steven Tripp is joined by tennis legend, commentator and former Federal Member for Bennelong, John Alexander OAM
During his 12-years in the Federal Parliament, John Alexander chaired several Parliamentary committees and inquires on infrastructure, housing, tourism and taxation, among others. It was through this w...
THE NEXT STEP – A DISCUSSION ON AUSTRALIA’S POLITICAL FUTURE
FULL ABG EVENT
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 80
Live coverage of the Australians for Better Government event on May 25 at the Warrawee Club in Sydney.
Titled, ‘The Next Step’, it was an important presentation on the future of Australian politics in the aftermath of the 2025 Federal election.
Speakers:
• Steven Tripp – President of Australians for Better Govern...
THE NEXT STEP
HOW WE CAN REFORM AUSTRALIA’S POLITICAL SYSTEM
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 79
Steven Tripp is joined by Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Loughrey to discuss ideas on how to reform our political system in Australia.
Steven and Kevin discuss why selecting Ministers from politicians in the Legislature is inadequate and how removing one line from Chapter II in the Constitution can address this.
Kevin also explains wh...
AUSTRALIA’S CONSTITUTION: ITS FORMATION TO NOW
WITH DR. CHRISTOPHER REYNOLDS
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 77
Steven Tripp, is joined by Dr. Christopher Reynolds to discuss the history and formation of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia.
Dr. Reynolds has a PHD in Constitutional Law and is the only Australian ever to work in both the US Senate and Congress, with direct links to the White House. Having worked i...
ALBO WINS!
AFTERMATH OF ELECTION 2025 – HOW DID AUSTRALIA VOTE?
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 77
Steven Tripp, Adam Zahra and Sam Buono are back in the Fishbowl to breakdown the results of the 2025 Australian Federal election.
The three give an in-depth analysis of the House of Representatives and Senate results and discuss the swings, the top performers and why the Coalition campaign crashed and burned. The also discuss th...
NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY CANDIDATE FORUM
FULL COVERAGE
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 76
Join us for the North Shore Community Candidate Forum, which was held at the Warrawee Club on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
With the Federal less than a week away, Commanding the Narrative is proud to bring the full footage of this important Federal election event.
Participating candidates:
• Gisele Kapterian – Liberal Party – Bradfield
• Lisa Cotton – In...
FEDERAL ELECTION SHOWDOWN
WITH ROBERT NALBANDIAN & VANESSA HADCHITI
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 75
Steven Tripp is joined by Robert Nalbandian, the Trumpet of Patriot’s candidate for Bennelong and Vanessa Hadchiti, the Libertarian candidate for Watson.
Both Robert and Vanessa are former candidates of the United Australia Party, but both have taken different paths in recent times. Robert has stayed loyal to Clive Palme...
ONE NATION’S PRODIGAL SON RETURNS
CAN STUART BONDS WIN HUNTER?
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 74
Steven Tripp is joined by One Nation’s candidate for Hunter, Stuart Bonds.
Stuart is a coal miner, who shocked everyone in 2019 when he achieved 21.6% of the primary vote in the Hunter by-election. A champion for the coal industry, Stuart is a leading challenger in the upcoming Federal election and is attempting to take the Hunte...
WARRINGAH’S REAL INDEPENDENT
WITH DAVID SPRATT
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 73
Steven Tripp is joined by David Spratt, who is a ‘real’ Independent Candidate for Warringah at the upcoming 2025 Federal election.
David is a professional engineer and business owner, who has lived in Warringah for the past 35 years. He advocates for personal freedoms, home ownership aspiration, reward for effort, small/medium business and trade...
2025 WHITLAM COMMUNITY CANDIDATE FORUM
FULL COVERAGE FROM ALBION PARK
COMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 72
Join us for the 2025 Whitlam Community Candidate Forum, which was held at the Albion Park Bowling Club on April 14.
With the Federal election looming ever closer, Commanding the Narrative is proud to bring the full footage of this important Federal election event.
Participating candidates:
• Ben Britton – Independent
• J...
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