Best Emerald Moon Podcasts (2025)

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176: Come on in, the Larissa Waters is fine 1:13:16

2d ago1:13:16

1:13:16

Greens consider historic three-way (leadership team). Emerald and Tom go over the news that Larissa Waters was elected new leader of the Australian Greens! (7:29) What does this mean for the future of the party? Is this the end of militant Greens, or just the beginning? Next up, other parties! (41:19) Sussan Ley is the new leader of the Liberals, a…

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TEASER: Kevin Bonham on polling denialism & electoral reform 5:03

4d ago5:03

5:03

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom are joined by one of Australia’s finest psephologists (election analysts), Dr Kevin Bonham! With the Greens winning 12% of the vote but only one lower house seat, is our voting system fair? And if not, what are the other options? Polling denialism, ‘wasted’ votes, Condorcet vs instant r…

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Emerald Meaning | Crystal for Abundance, Self-love & more! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 46:25

7d ago46:25

46:25

Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #32 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Emerald meaning, including: Manifesting abundance with Emerald Emerald as a travel companion Using Emerald for radical self-loveTune in now for a deeper look at Emerald meaning! Podcast Episode Transcript:Crystal Confab Podca…

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175: Election results 2 - Could be better! 1:14:14

9d ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Emerald and Tom share crazy voting booth stories, before taking a look at the results of the 2025 federal election, one week later. Things only got worse! First, what happened with Griffith and Max Chandler-Mather, Australian politics' own Frank Grimes? (He challenged the status quo, then everyone celebrated his death, because being called out is a…

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Chiastolite Meaning | Crystal of Higher Truth, Spiritual Crossroads & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 40:14

14d ago40:14

40:14

Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #31 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Chiastolite crystal meanings, including: Working with Chiastolite Crystals during Samhain & Beltane Harnessing Higher Truth with Chiastolite The history of cross-stones and the magic of the crossroadsTune in now for a deeper …

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174: Election results 2025 - Could be worse? 1:19:37

16d ago1:19:37

1:19:37

Greens win! Pressure works! Wait, what?! Emerald and Tom reconvene the morning after the 2025 federal election to look at the results as they stand, and share some of the early stories from yesterday. What lead to the Labor landslide? How much was it the Trump election? Did Dutton drag down everyone? Or is that copium - why didn’t Greensland hold, …

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TEASER: Leo Puglisi from 6 News on how teens are schooling ‘real’ journos 2:10

18d ago2:10

2:10

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom meet one of our longtime favourites - the 17-year-old wunderkind founder of 6 News, Leo Puglisi! How did a school student become the Official #auspol Best Journalist? What is the state of the looming youth social media ban? What are his predictions for the election? And, just how old wi…

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Jet Meaning | Crystal for Moon Energy, Minimalism & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 40:17

21d ago40:17

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #30 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Jet crystal meanings, including: Working with Jet Crystals during the Full & New Moons Adopting the 'less is more' approach with Jet crystal energy Jet's historical significance, including its connection to queer identities i…

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173: Election predictions with Amy Remeikis 1:03:19

23d ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Oh crap the election is this Saturday. Emerald is joined by guest host, #auspol legend and live-blogger for the Australia Institute, Amy Remeikis! Why has this election campaign felt so lacklustre? Is everything going to hell? And what are Amy’s predictions for election result upsets? Coming Friday on Patreon - Leo Puglisi!!! ---------- Just releas…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Sonya Semmens for Macnamara 27:23

27d ago27:23

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Ninth and the final in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald and Tom meet Sonya Semmens, and candidate for the inner-Melbourne electorate of Macnamara! Why are the Greens the natural party of peace? What is the go with the debate non-invite? Does Josh Burns’ move to skip how-to-vote c…

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Ammonite & Fossils Meaning | Crystals for Kitchen Witchery & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 47:13

28d ago47:13

47:13

Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #29 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Ammonite & Fossils meaning, including: Kitchen witchery & Fossils Opal and Fossils combining to make Ammolite Horns of Ammon, Avalon connection and Ammonite Tune in now for a deeper look at Ammonite & Fossils m…

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172: Why LNP & Labor won’t fix housing ft. Max Chandler-Mather 1:06:37

1M ago1:06:37

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Epic rap battles of history - Biggie vs Tupac, Kendick vs Drake, DJ Albo vs Peggy Sue. Emerald and Tom take a look at the week’s election news (10:57). Dual-citizenship takes down the Greens candidate for Franklin, and is Purple Pingers to blame for squatters in Carol’s empty house? Then they are joined by the MP for Griffith and Greens housing spo…

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #9 : The Rudd years, GFC, Ronan Lee & a Lib-Green Love Affair 3:42

1M ago3:42

3:42

In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom and Emerald talk through chapter 9 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - the aftermath of the 2007 election, the 2020 summit, the Green New Deal, Labor BS, …

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Calendula Salve Recipe | Simple DIY Kitchen Witchery! 34:00

1M ago34:00

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Make your own ultra-nourishing and joy-boosting balm with this simple Calendula Salve Recipe - with a touch of herbal magic of course!By Ashley Leavy

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BONUS: Fight for Fremantle ft. Amy Warne & Kate Hulett 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Eighth up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald meets two of the progressive candidates vying for the seat of Fremantle in Western Australia. First up is Amy Warne, environmental activist, mum and Greens candidate! (1:44) And then Kate Hulett, photographer, business owner and independent …

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Libyan Desert Glass Meaning | Crystal for Transformation, Leadership, & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 53:26

1M ago53:26

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #28 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Libyan Desert Glass meaning, including: Varuna Direct & Libyan Desert Glass Libyan Desert Glass for transformation and unity Enlightened Leadership with Libyan Desert Glass Origins and history of Libyan Desert …

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171: Bandt’s giant toothbrush & how to vote in Macnamara 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

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Congrats to Dutton for winning the first debate (presumably?), and to Jason Clare for not knowing the second one existed. Emerald and Tom take a look at Adam Bandt’s appearance at the National Press Club (10:26). Greens want to wind back handouts for property investors, and of course that whole dental and mental into Medicare thing. Then, a look at…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Luc Velez for Sydney 28:00

1M ago28:00

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Seventh up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald and Tom meet Luc Velez - organiser, activist, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras board member, and candidate for the seat of Sydney! Is it true Tanya Plibersek has been in parliament for longer than Luc has been alive, and is this the…

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Blue Sapphire Meaning | Crystal for Commitment & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 51:13

1M ago51:13

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #27 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Blue Sapphire meaning, including: Blue Sapphire for commitment Sharpening the mind with Blue Sapphire History and folklore of Blue Sapphire Blue Sapphire and Full Moon in Libra Tune in now for a deeper look at …

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170: A long first week & Temu Trump ft. Stephen Bates, MP for Brisbane 1:10:24

1M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

We are a Labor podcast now. Lol gotcha April Fools! Emerald and Tom catch up on the stories from the first week of the federal election campaign (10:20). The days are short, but the weeks are also short! Greens announce policies on environment and education, and Labor announce a familiar-sounding policy on supermarket price gouging. Then they are j…

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TEASER: Truth Bombs: the Greens’ new Defence policy & Vic Socialist criticisms 4:28

2M ago4:28

4:28

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom tackle a much-requested topic - the Greens recent defence policy announcement. Along with withdrawing from AUKUS and reducing military spending, the policy would also invest in local production of defensive drones and missiles. Are the Greens secret warmongers? Are Emerald and Tom secre…

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Healing Properties of Black Obsidian: A Crystal for Personal Growth 12:35

2M ago12:35

12:35

A stone used for millennia in both toolmaking and ritual, Black Obsidian is a form of naturally occurring glass, formed when volcanic lava cools rapidly. It's a powerful stone known for its ability to reveal hidden truths, dissolve energetic blockages, and support deep emotional healing. Whether used for energy clearing, scrying, or shadow work, th…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Samantha Ratnam for Wills 28:08

2M ago28:08

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Sixth up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Tom meets Samantha Ratnam - former Victorian Greens state leader, and candidate for the seat of Wills! Why did she resign as a state MP to run for federal politics? How did the redistribution halve Labor’s margin in the seat? Can Melbourne’s G…

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Ruby Meaning | Crystal for Emotional Strength & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 49:49

2M ago49:49

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #26 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Ruby meaning, including: Ruby and lookalikes throughout history Ruby for confidence Emotional strength with Ruby Tune in now for a deeper look at Ruby meaning! Podcast Transcript: Crystal Confab Podcast Introdu…

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169: Election Kick-Off & Budget Kick-Ons ft. Nick McKim 1:13:35

2M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

Tom is joined by Greens federal Senator for Tasmania and self-proclaimed best gamer in the Senate, Nick McKim! First up, the election has finally been announced for Saturday May 3rd (5:49). What is Nick’s review of the Albanese gov? Are Greens making a mistake by ruling out forming a minority with Dutton? Then, it’s time for Budget Winners and Lose…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Huong Truong for Fraser 28:36

2M ago28:36

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Fifth up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald and Tom meet Huong Truong - organiser, former MP for Western Metro and Greens candidate for the Melbourne seat of Fraser! What was it like briefly being in the Vic Legislative Council? How does being the daughter of Vietnamese boat peo…

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Pietersite Meaning | Crystal for High Magic & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 52:17

2M ago52:17

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #25 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Pietersite meaning, including: Pietersite and New Moon in Aries High magic and Pietersite Being in the 'eye of the storm' with Pietersite Formation and energy of Pietersite Tune in now for a deeper look at Piet…

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168: DJ Bandt, Poll-Shaped Objects & Tanya’s Tall Tale Tweet 1:14:55

2M ago1:14:55

1:14:55

DJ Adam Bandt hits the decks with Abbie Chatfield. Emerald and Tom take a look at new polling about the election (11:33). Are the Greens going to lose their Brisbane seats or was it just a “poll-shaped object?” And what does Adam Bandt’s “sub-zero” popularity mean for the party? Then, policy!?! (46:05) Greens want to end gas and homelessness, Labor…

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Teaser: The CFMEU scandal from the inside ft. Elizabeth Doidge 2:36

2M ago2:36

2:36

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom speak to Elizabeth Doidge, former official at the Victorian branch of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union. What was it like to work for the CFMEU - was it all thuggery and boy’s clubs? Has the government overreached with its crackdown on the union? Did Max Chandler-M…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Sophie Greer for Perth 20:28

2M ago20:28

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Fourth up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald and Tom meet Sophie Greer - community organiser, public health expert, local councillor and Greens candidate for Perth in Perth! Does WA have whiplash preparing for another vote before the dust has even settled on the state election? …

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Red Garnet Meaning | Crystal for Protection, Nurturing & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 53:39

2M ago53:39

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #24 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Red Garnet meaning, including: Red Garnet for tuning into Mabon energies Powerful & protective nurturing with Red Garnet Red Garnet's connection to Goddess Brigid The chemistry and energy of Red Garnet Tune in …

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167: Trump Tariffs & Caravan Hoaxes 1:12:14

2M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Greens want the tax dollars of inner-city lefties with their cannabis lattes. Emerald and Tom talk tariff wars (13:07) which are a thing we have to have in our lives now for some reason. Is Albo a wimp for not retaliating after Trump announced steel and aluminium tariffs? What is the Green left position? Then, the snowflakery continues as pro-Pales…

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How to Charge Crystals | 3 Methods for Amplifying Your Intentions 30:00

2M ago30:00

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If you’ve been working with crystals for a while, you’ve probably heard that they need to be charged—kind of like little energetic batteries that run out of juice. Traditionally, people believed that a crystal’s energy could get depleted over time, and charging was the way to refresh it. But over the years, I’ve come to see things a little differen…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Omar Sakr for Blaxland 29:19

2M ago29:19

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Third up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Tom meets Omar Sakr, poet, novelist, essayist, and Greens candidate for Blaxland in NSW! Is the seat of Paul Keating and now Jason Clare, finally ready to end its status as a Labor stronghold? Why don’t the major parties support Muslim voices …

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Bloodstone Meaning | Crystal for Ancestral Connection, Mobilising Defenses & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 48:54

2M ago48:54

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #23 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Bloodstone meaning, including: Bloodstone for ancestral connection Mobilising defenses with Bloodstone What your body needs & Bloodstone Bloodstone & Blood Moon in Virgo Tune in now for a deeper look at Bloodst…

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166: Cyclone Alfred, Big Tech & Snowflakery in the Arts 1:10:14

2M ago1:10:14

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Alt episode title for Stewart Lee nerds: Snowflake/Cyclone Emerald prepares for Alfred to visit. First up she and Tom take a look at the survey results of our listener survey. Then, Greens announce some new policies (17:01) - a ban of native forest logging and price gouging, and a tax on Big Tech. Are we living in techno feudalism? Then, you’re all…

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #8 : Leader debates & neoliberals on bikes 17:00

2M ago17:00

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In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom and Emerald talk through chapter 8 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - 2004 Election, state elections in WA, NSW and VIC, the fight against Gunns pulp mil…

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Mandy Nolan for Richmond 36:19

3M ago36:19

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Next up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald meets Mandy Nolan, Greens candidate for Richmond on the NSW north coast! Is this the time Greens get the 1.8% swing to finally win their first NSW federal seat? Why do the Greens doorknock in areas they are already popular? And how does…

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Turquoise Meaning | Crystal for Big Ideas, Soul Purpose & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 48:21

3M ago48:21

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #22 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Turquoise meaning, including: Allowing rather than pushing with Turquoise Turquoise & the air element Integration of spiritual information with Turquoise History, folklore and geology of Turquoise Tune in now f…

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165: Wild Western Australia Special: Elections & the gas lobby ft. Gerard Mazza 1:03:19

3M ago1:03:19

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Can politician deepfakes fool The Griff? Emerald is joined by guest host Gerard Mazza, anti-gas campaigner and Woodside CEO outside-house-protester. What’s the latest with his court case and the Disrupt Burrup Hub movement? (8:12) Then, the state of play in the state of WA. (29:37) What is the mood on the streets for the upcoming state and federal …

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BONUS: Meet the Candidate - Tara Burnett for Cooper 41:42

3M ago41:42

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First up in our series of bonus episodes interviewing Greens candidates for the upcoming federal election, Emerald and Tom meet Tara Burnett, Greens candidate for the inner-Melbourne seat of Cooper! Is Cooper the Greens‘ white whale? Is now the time that Greens can unseat Labor’s Ged Kearney and finally expand their Melbourne base? What would Tara …

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Rhodonite Meaning | Friendship, New Beginnings & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 35:25

3M ago35:25

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #21 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Rhodonite meaning, including: Venus Retrograde & Rhodonite Rhodonite for friendship & new beginnings Creating emotional transformation with Rhodonite Rhodonite for living authentically Tune in now for a deeper look at Rhodoni…

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164: Abolish Poverty (and Insurance) 1:06:43

3M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

A school of fish, a murder of crows and a Trumpet of Patriots. First up, Emerald and Tom take a look at the election date predictions (9:34). Then, welfare (14:33) - Greens are pitching a $7.2bn plan to massively expand and boost Youth Allowance and JobSeeker, while NACC now has decided that maybe Robodebt was bad after all. Next, Greens pitch new …

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #8 : Iraq war & heckling Bush 5:37

3M ago5:37

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In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom takes Emerald through chapter 8 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - Richard Di Natale emerges, Greens MPs start getting elected in NSW, and the Iraq war s…

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163: Are Greens still the party of Bob Brown? ft. Bob Brown 56:25

3M ago56:25

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🎵 Peggy Sue got [REDACTED] not long ago 🎵 Emerald and Tom take a look at the results from last weekend’s Victorian by-elections in Werribee and Prahran. (9:14) Then they are joined by the co-founder of Australian Greens, former senator for Tasmania, Doctor Bob Brown! (20:17) With rampant accusations that the Greens are no longer a party that Bob Br…

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Teaser: We listened to Dutton’s Straight Talk podcast interview 8:25

3M ago8:25

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In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald takes Tom through Peter Dutton’s recent appearance on the Straight Talk with Mark Bouris podcast. We watched it so you didn’t have to, and here’s some of the blurst bits. Are we fans now? Is he a monster? Will Mark ask him a single challenging question? And the most important question for any f…

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Danburite Meaning | Full Moon in Leo, Inner Light & More! [Crystal Confab Podcast] 44:08

3M ago44:08

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Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #20 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Danburite meaning, including: Full Moon in Leo & Danburite Danburite to clarify Spiritual & Psychic info Finding your inner light and what sparks your passion and purpose with Danburite Danburite and spiritual …

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162: A political donations data dump & Trump’s Gaza BS 1:13:30

3M ago1:13:30

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What are the odds that staffers would bet on the election results? Emerald and Tom check out the just-released AEC donations data for the 2023/24 financial year (10:19). What goss can we glean? Which party takes the most dirty cash? Then, take your blood pressure meds, cause it’s an update on Trump and Gaza (40:52). Is the US going to “take over” t…

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Tucson Gem Show Guide: Crystal Expert’s Top Tips & Treasures 56:52

3M ago56:52

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You may (or may not) know this about me, but in addition to teaching classes with the Love & Light School, I also own a crystal shop here in Madison, Wisconsin. Each year, I travel to the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show for my shop, Mimosa Books & Gifts, with a small team — myself, my shop manager, and our shipping manager — to pick out some amazing cr…

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Tucson Gem Show Tips & Spotting Crystal Fakes 40:49

3M ago40:49

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The Tucson Gem Show is one of the largest gem shows in the world. Here's my tips for attending and spotting Crystal Fakes.By Ashley Leavy

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