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Os and Scott look at whether the war on Iran is getting closer to an endgame, or if Donald Trump is actually going to launch an invasion. They discuss the different forces shaping Trump's approach, what Israel is doing to prevent an end to the war, and break down why the continual targeting of journalists by Israel is indicative of a new world order where international law has no meaning.Later, they unpack the growing economic and political crisis in Australi and why the Albanese government seems unable to deliver to take the steps necessary to protect ordinary people.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeArticles mentioned in this episode:Albanese’s caution is fuelling unease. This may be his COVID moment‘Needless secrecy’: Government resolves to be upfront over fuel crisis

Os and Scott examine why the Australian government is responding so slowly to the energy crisis, compared to other countries, even though they have acknowledge how dire things are going to get. They discuss the role political journalists play in holding the government to account, and how this particular government attempts to influence coverage.Next, they look at Israel's announcement it is formally occupying southern Lebanon and discuss why there doesn't seem to any kind of outcry or backlash to the news in Australia, in the media or from the public.Later in the show, they Os and Scott discuss the fortunes of the Greens and share emails from listeners who think the party has become too timid. They discuss the party's trajectory since the election, why insurgent left-wing movements are thriving overseas but not in Australia, what could change, and the role the media plays in setting the terms of the political conversation.Finally, they break down the ABC's first strike in 20 years, talking about what led to it, how it played out on the day and what it reveals about how badly the broadcaster is currently being run.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeArticles mentioned in this episode:The Guardian: Israel says it will seize parts of southern Lebanon as ‘defensive buffer’SMH: ‘Security zone’: Israeli military plans to occupy swath of southern LebanonAFR: Albanese urges US to end war as petrol fears growThe Guardian: Without some serious soul searching, the Greens will never move beyond the 10% plateau

Os and Scott break down the significance of One Nation's record-high result at the South Australian election over the weekend and what it means for Australian politics and how it's covered. They step through what results reveal about the fracturing of the political system, how they show that One Nation is now the second most popular party in the country, and review the media's coverage of the election and One Nation.Then they provide an update on the latest in the wars on Lebanon and Iran, and look at the significance of the Australian government warning about an impending economic shock heading our way that could be as bad as the global financial crisis or the pandemic. They discuss why the government still isn't being asked the right questions about Australia's involvement in the war, or about what they doing to protect people from the financial turbulence heading our way.Finally, they look at the coverage of Anthony Albanese's visit to a mosque last week, that ended with him being heckled and escorted out.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube

Os and Scott look at how Trump and Israel's war on Iran is spiralling out of control and threatening to derail what's left of the global order on trade and diplomacy. Then they dig into Israel's invasion and occupation of Lebanon and look at why the Australian media is so reluctant to call it an invasion.Later in the show, they look at the confected media controversies around the Sydney Biennale and the allegations the AFL and Sydney Swans are anti-Semitic and should be investigated by the Bondi Royal Commission.Plus, a belated farewell to David Littleproud, a discussion over whether these leadership changes will have any impact on the Coalition's vote, and The Saturday Paper loses a star reporter.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube

Os and Scott look at some of the key narratives that are missing or being downplayed in the media's coverage of the war on Iran, including Israel's invasion of Lebanon and the US' targeting of a school in Iran, which led to one of the worst atrocities in a modern war Australia is involved in.Then they look at the surprise resignation of former ASIO boss Dennis Richardson from the Bondi Royal Commission, what led to it and what it means for the future of the inquiry.Plus, Lamestream has an official Discord! On Monday, from 11:00am, Os and Scott will be live-blogging the Oscars ceremony for Lamestream subscribers on Discord.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube

As the war on Iran spirals into a global catastrophe, Os and Scott look at Anthony Albanese's decision to commit Australia's military to the conflict. They discuss how Albanese has become Trump and Israel's most reliable ally, what our military commitment really means and why Australia's political journalists still seem so uninterested in asking serious questions.They also examine the coverage of Iran's women soccer team and the players who sought asylum in Australia, as well as the new laws being rushed through parliament to prevent any further Iranians from seeking refuge in Australia.Then, they review the ABC's new 'National Forum', the successor to Q+A. They talk about how the show failed to engage the audience by playing it safe with predictable guests, and didn't present a diversity of views.In Keeping Tabs, Scott looks at the rumours that Karl Stefanovic could be set to replace Kyle Sandilands on commercial radio, and Os breaks down why Australian critics are so confused about the Oscar-nominated film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab'.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube

Os and Scott begin the show with a very special 'clarification' and discuss how the Sydney Morning Herald hit the jackpot with a group of private school students stuck in Dubai.Then, they talk about the latest shocking news from the Iran war, before a deep dive into the story of three Australians who were aboard a submarine that sunk and Iranian warship.After that, they look back on one of the wildest pieces of journalism every published, the three-part front page series that told us that by now Australia would likely be at war with China. It's a very special conversation about 'Red Alert'.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube

Os and Scott open with a discussion about the break-up of the biggest and most expensive media partnership in Australia: Kyle and Jackie O. They look what the end of the $200 million deal could mean, and why staff at the radio network that paid them are celebrating.Next, they break down the latest in the war on Iran and how it has become apparent that Trump was manipulated into bombing Iran by Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu and what could mean for the end game. They also discuss how the Albanese government has doubled-down on its support for the war, even as more and more European nations declare it illegal. Finally, they investigate why the Australian media seems more shamelessly pro war than compared to the US media.In Keeping Tabs, they unpack the the takeover of Warner Bros. by the right-wing, pro-Trump, pro-Israel Ellison family. They look at what it means both for the news media, with CNN likely to face huge cuts, and the entertainment media, with HBO and the Warner Bros. film studio falling under the Ellison's control.Support Lamestream by visiting our website to sign up and become a subscriber.Follow us on social media:InstagramTikTokYouTube