In this special summer episode of the podcast, Os and Scott interview each other about their careers in journalism. They talk about their relationship to the industry, what drew them to it and and their time working together at the ABC. Scott breaks down his adventures in the Middle East while Os talks about his foray in politics, and they both discuss their time working as reporters during the boom in digital journalism. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

How We Became Journalists: Sneaking Around Borders, an Early Political Career and Plenty of ABC Goss

Os and Scott are joined by their friend, movie critic and comedian Alexei Toliopoulos from The Last Video Store podcast, to discuss the best journalism movies of all-time. First, they discuss the state of cinema in 2025 and the best films of the year. Then, they dive into what it is about journalism that makes it such a good setting for so many great films. After that, Alexei, Scott and Os take turns sharing their favourite movies about journalism. From the famous and Oscar-winning to some hidden gems, there's enough to give anyone some titles to watch over summer. Finally, they go deep on the greatest journalism film of all-time: All the President's Men (1976) Films discussed this episode:<ul><li>Collective (2019)</li><li>City of Gold (2015)</li><li>Good Night, and Good Luck (2005)</li><li>Ace in the Hole (1951)</li><li>The Ambassador (2011)</li><li>Everything is Copy (2015)</li><li>Spotlight (2015)</li><li>Zodiac (2007)</li></ul>

The Best Journalism Movies of All-Time, with Alexei Toliopoulos

In their final regular episode for the year, Os and Scott discuss the aftermath of the Bondi shooting and how the media has united in an attempt to blame Anthony Albanese and push forward controversial plans that would restrict criticism of the Israeli government. They discuss the latest in the investigation into the shooting, and how revelations the gunmen, who were allegedly radicalised by Islamic State, travelled overseas for military training and why that raises serious questions about Australia's security agencies. Later, they unpack how news outlets across the political spectrum have worked to blame the Albanese government for the shooting, allowed Benjamin Netanyahu to drive the national conversation in Australia and rolled out the red carpet for Pauline Hanson. Also in this episode, a conversation about why so many journalists and politicians are describing gun reform as a "distraction" and a look at the conspiracy theories that are doing the rounds. Finally, Os and Scott reflect on the year and the future of Lamestream. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber - our 15% off sale is now until Christmas. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

How the Media Turned Bondi into a Blame Game Over Guns, Protest and Migration

In this special episode, Os and Scott discuss the Bondi terror attack and the media and political reaction. They start by stepping through the details of the shooting on Sunday before discussing how it was covered by the media, on live TV, online and in print. Then they discuss the role played by social media and how this was one of the examples of misinformation and engagement farming by high-profile accounts on all sides of the political spectrum. Later in the episode they discuss the political reaction to the attack, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blaming Anthony Albanese for the attack and Sussan Ley's criticism of Albanese, before questioning whether there will be a focus on gun control and any potential failures in security and policing. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

The Bondi Attack: How Misinformation and Politics Engulfed a Tragedy

Os and Scott kick off by stepping through the recent media coverage of the growing political entitlements scandal and look at who could behind the stories targeting Annika Wells and other senior politicians. They also discuss the revelation News Corp spiked a story about Wells because of their campaign supporting the teen social media ban. Next, they discuss Barnaby Joyce's defection to One Nation and the speculation that other Liberal MPs could follow suit. Later in the show, they analyse the ABC's new line-up, including key management changes, and discuss what it reveals about the future direction of the broadcaster. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

What the ABC's New Line-Up Says About Its Future. Plus, the Dark Arts Behind a Political Scandal

Os and Scott kick off by analysing the latest incendiary statements by Israeli politicians and their threat to execute Palestinian political prisoners if the world moves ahead with Palestinian statehood. They also discuss why the Australian media is so uninterested in covering the story, even as Israel continues to breach its ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon, and look at the decision by Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia to boycott Eurovision of Israel's participation. Then they discuss the trip Penny Wong and Richard Marles made to the US to re-pledge fealty to Donald Trump's regime and the likelihood of Australia spending even more money propping up the US military and weapons companies. Os analyses the latest national security statement from The White House and how it embraces white supremacist rhetoric and demonstrates US support for far-right parties across Europe. In Keeping Tabs, a look at the Prime Minister who launched a Substack, the latest on the teen social media ban, a conversation about the entitlements scandal engulfing parliament and an update on the Warner Bros merger. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

The Two Huge Stories the Media Missed, the Scandal Engulfing Parliament and a Hollywood Update

<a href="https://www.lamestream.com.au/#/portal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to Lamestream</a> during our summer sale and save 15% on an annual subscription! Buy a subscription for yourself or as a gift by <a href="https://www.lamestream.com.au/#/portal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. Ahead of the teen social media ban taking effect from this week, Os and Scott look at how the political debate over the ban has shifted, how the media has finally started reported on serious flaws in the legislation, and some of the issues that are already emerged in terms of how it will operate. They discuss how effective it will actually be, and the risks with the government pursuing this policy over other forms of regulation. Then they dive into Netflix's potential take over of Warner Bros, and why it is freaking out everyone in Hollywood. They examine how streamers like Netflix has transformed TV and film, largely for the worse, and why further consolidation in the entertainment industry is bad for artists and regular people. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

The Social Media Ban Is Here. Will It Work? Plus, Why Netflix's New Takeover Is A Disaster For TV and Film

Os and Scott discuss the growing housing and economic crises in Australia and why they seem to have dropped off the political agenda, and why the political media seem less interested in covering growing wealth inequality. Later in the show they look at the controversy around the TikTok awards held last week, including allegations of racism. They discuss what the platform looks like in 2025 and how it has quickly replicated some of the biggest problems of the legacy media. They also discuss musician Keli Holiday's uncanny ability to inject himself into everyone's social feeds. Plus, in Keeping Tabs they examine who did, and didn't, cover the big climate protests last week, the massive amount of money the ABC spent defending an unlawful dismissal case and breakdown the ongoing One Nation surge. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

How Australia is Ignoring the Housing Crisis. Plus, the TikTok Furore Explained and the Climate Protests the Papers Ignored

Os and Scott share their thoughts on Australia's first ever Prime Ministerial wedding, before talking through their exclusive Jeffrey Epstein scoop, which involved a collaboration with a leading European news outlet. Then, Scott breaks down Donald Trump's looming war with Venezuela, including Australia's potential involvement. New episodes of Lamestream drop on Mondays and Thursdays. Support Lamestream by visiting <a href="http://lamestream.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our website</a> to sign up and become a subscriber. Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamestreampod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamestreampod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP3atSWtmTEocAsKTKmnojA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>

Our Epstein Scoop! Plus, Trump's New War and the Censored Gaza Speech

An independent podcast guiding you through the crisis in media. Hosted by award-winning journalists Osman Faruqi and Scott Mitchell, new episodes out every Monday and Thursday.