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Unnatural Selection: Deeply Unqualified Australian & American Political Comedy
Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Tom Heath & Adam Direen · EN
Welcome to Unnatural Selection, a weekly comedy podcast where the news cycle gets the highly unserious treatment it deserves. Every week, hosts Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath attempt to make sense of the biggest stories in Australian and US politics, delivering fresh, funny, and deeply unqualified takes on current events.
From the chaos of Washington to the latest Auspol drama, we break down global news with sharp banter and comedic analysis. If you're looking for a lighter way to survive the weekly headlines without losing your mind, you are in the right place.
Visit www.UnnaturalShow.com for more episodes and links.
Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.
#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast
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One Nation's Anti-Abortion Push | Barnaby Joyce and the Vibes-Based Policy Palooza
Yesterday01:32:49Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: One Nation is campaigning directly to Christians. But will party policies rub against worshippers’ conscience?One Nation’s Anti-Abortion PoliciesAbortion in Australia.How common is sex‑selective abortion in Australia, really?Predicted $27bn wartime windfall for Australian LNG exporters reignites calls for new gas tax.Budget 2026: The missing $16 billion – PRRT vs a 25% gas export taxNeo-fascist group Patriot Front parades Confederate flag in Washington DC on Fourth of July.Physical disc production ending in January 2028 for new games releasing on PlayStation consoles.Shoshana Zuboff: ‘Surveillance capitalism is an assault on human autonomy’. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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US Strikes Iran & Strait of Hormuz (again) | We Are Officially in Hell
1w ago01:34:11Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US strikes Iran after attack on cargo shipDonald Trump’s blocking of Anthropic is capricious and chaoticSir Keir Starmer says he will resign as prime minister of United Kingdom.Independent MPs launch new Australian centrist party.Australia undergoing historic decline in support for multiculturalism amid rising fear and pessimism, poll findsKey Economic IndicatorsGreens back CGT, negative gearing changes in return for extended NDIS inquiry, end to super loopholeSmall business owners concerned for personal savings amid payday super changes Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Hanson at the Press Club | Pauline Gags Her Goons
2w ago01:14:42Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’Pauline Hanson says Australia ‘must be monocultural’ in National Press Club speechUS-Iran deal covers Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz and Iran's uranium.Albanese announces ‘generous’ capital gains tax exemptions for small businesses after budget backlash.Iran war updates: US-Iran ceasefire to include Lebanon as Donald Trump says 'let the oil flow' Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Conservative Consolidation | The Abbott and Hanson Reunion Tour
3w ago01:27:13Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Where Australia ranks as global conflict hits levels unseen since WWII.Richard Marles 'stood up' on AUKUS trip after British counterpart John Healey's shock resignation.Abbott and Hanson's ancient feud is rife with political drama and biblical comeuppance.Cars burn in Belfast, bricks fly in Southampton – and the ubiquitous cry of ‘civil war’ goes up again.Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation.Thousands rally in Albania in largest protest yet against Kushner resort.Statement on the US government directive to suspend access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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One Nation's Polling Surge | Barnaby Joyce and Andrew Bolt - the Nightmare Blunt Rotation
4w ago01:28:27Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Iran war live updates: Israel would not strike without Trump go-ahead, Iran says after US plea for calm.One Nation surges to first on primary votes in two new polls.Barnaby Joyce forced to redo One Nation policy answer after embarrassing blunderGreens warn nuclear submarines deal risks war with China as Albanese says Aukus ‘full-steam ahead’Australia now has access to Anthropic’s Claude Mythos. It may improve cyber safety – but not for everyone.When AI builds itselfHow Farnsy became a figurehead for Australian protesters Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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The US-Iran MoU Goes Up in Smoke | Trump Wants the Dust
May 3101:09:07Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: US strikes Iran missile sites and mine laying vessels as Trump’s promised peace deal remains elusive.Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes on launch pad during engine-firing test.Former prime minister Tony Abbott elected unopposed as Liberal Party president.Rescuers shocked, relieved as remaining four Laos villagers emerge safely from cave. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Tulsi Gabbard Resignation, Iran ‘Peace Deal’ & Trump Turns the Eye of Sauron to Cuba
May 2401:38:50Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Suspect dead after firing gunshots near White House.Donald Trump says agreement with Iran over end of war and opening of Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated'.Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence.Why has the US indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro?How Trump's IRS settlement could block tax audits of him, his family and their businesses.Single mums are seeking each other out and turning to shared housing.One Nation facing Western Sydney challenge ahead of state electionAnthropic is paying SpaceX $15 billion per yearHow Pokémon cards are fuelling crime against hobby shops across Melbourne. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Federal Budget 2026 | Chad Winners and Pleb Losers
May 1701:38:54Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Australian Federal Budget insights 2026-2027.Treasurer concedes broken promise in budget carries 'political risk'Gas companies will be forced to set aside local supply under major Labor shakeup.Budget reply: From tax reform to migrant caps and welfare cuts, here are six takeaways.Labor -v- Libs: which side has a better record on Deficits & Debts? Here are the facts.Budget reply speech live replay | SBS NewsAngus Taylor vows to amend Sex Discrimination Act following 'Tickle v Giggle' case.Farrer presents One Nation as a genuine electoral threat rather than just a protestFBI investigating recent deaths and disappearances of multiple US scientists. Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Melbourne Arson Attacks & Gas Tax Demands | The Strategic National Beer Reserve
May 201:11:56Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:New police operation investigating crime syndicates 'pulling the strings' in Melbourne firebombings.Gas vs beer: How David Pocock's 57-second video caused the government a weeks-long tax headache.Riots erupt over Australian Aboriginal girl’s murder as suspect arrested.Former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s surgeon partner charged with rape.‘That’s bullshit’: Democrats slam Trump’s claims that Iran hostilities ‘have been terminated’ – US politics live.Iran war live updates: Trump says he prefers not to 'blast the hell' out of Iran after rejecting peace proposal.Trump responds to manifesto after WHCD shootingUnnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcastTwitter:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowInstagram:@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShowThreads:@tom.heath@JorgeTsipos@UnnaturalShow
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Kash Patel, Drunk with Power | Raiding the Liquor Cabinet with Pete Kegsbreath & Smashed Patel
Apr 2601:29:34Tap to summarizeOn this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss:BREAKING: Trump Evacuated From WH Correspondents Dinner After Shots FiredThe FBI Director Is MIA.Kash Patel: "Let's have a survey. How many of you people believe that's true?"Major US firms granted access to Anthropic's Mythos to prepare against AI cyber threats, as Australian firms left out.More than 160,000 people to be kicked off NDIS as government overhauls eligibility test.Defence spending to lift by $53 billion over the next decade as government warns of 'intensifying' risks.Albanese poised to kill off move to increase taxes on gas giants.Pacific leaders declared a fuel emergency but some didn't know about it. It's not clear what happens next.Britain bracing for prospect of sixth PM in seven years, as some say Keir Starmer's leadership 'now terminal'.Myanmar military regime widens sanitary towel ban, claiming rebels use them for first aid.Unnatural Selection is a deeply unqualified Australian and American political comedy podcast. Hosted by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen, and Tom Heath, the show attempts to make sense of the weekly news cycle through a highly unserious lens.Find more episodes and links at www.UnnaturalShow.com.Disclaimer: Unnatural Selection is a comedy podcast. The political commentary, news analysis, and general banter are for comedic purposes and should absolutely not be taken seriously.#auspol #uspol #politicalcomedy #australianpolitics #uspolitics #newsandpolitics #comedypodcast
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