Dev Singh

About Dev Singh

Find me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/) For video podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus (https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus) Or email me at dev@for-purpose.com.au

Publisher

Dev Singh

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 May 2025

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

166 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   #166 David Paton MLA : The Election Victory That Ended His 10-Year Question

   David died twice after being struck head-on by a four-wheel drive—and exactly ten years later, he was elected as a Member of Parliament. In this deeply personal podcast conversation, David recounts the cycling accident that left him trapped beneath a vehicle for 50 minutes. His surgeon rated his injuries nine out of ten, with ten representing death. After four and a half months in hospital, he had to learn to walk again and was told he might never walk or ride a bicycle again. He proved both predictions wrong. But the physical recovery was only part of his journey. David opens up about PTSD, anxiety and depression—and the question that followed him for a decade: “Why did I survive?” When he won his parliamentary seat exactly ten years after the accident, he says he finally found his answer and a renewed sense of purpose. Beyond his remarkable survival story, the conversation explores major political and economic issues affecting South Australia and regional communities, including: • The divide between metropolitan and regional services • Government spending and political priorities • Renewable energy and its impact on rural communities • Data centres, water consumption and energy demand • How artificial intelligence is changing political offices • AI deepfakes, cybersecurity and data sovereignty • Why people who understand AI could replace those who do not • One Nation’s growing support among working-class voters • Trust, honesty and accountability in politics • The difference between opposition and governing • Freedom of speech and the right to cause offence • The Victorian election and the possibility of a coalition government • Advice for young people who want to enter politics This is a conversation about survival, faith, depression, resilience, political change and discovering a purpose greater than yourself. What do you believe David survived for? Share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe for more honest, long-form conversations about Australian politics, leadership, resilience, technology and the people shaping the country’s future. To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601 The political opinions and claims expressed in this episode belong to the speakers and are presented for discussion and public debate.

2. 

   29 Sept 2026

   #165 Nick McGowan MP: Victoria’s Debt, Energy and Safety Crisis

   His own political party refused even to consider him as a candidate—but he refused to give up. In this honest and deeply personal podcast conversation, a Victorian politician shares his journey from growing up in a single-parent household and experiencing constant financial pressure to surviving political rejection and finally entering Parliament. He opens up about moving repeatedly during childhood, struggling to make ends meet and the powerful influence of his mother, who taught him to reject injustice and treat everyone with dignity. He also reveals why losing repeatedly became one of his greatest lessons—and how to recognise the difference between perseverance and delusion. The conversation explores some of the biggest issues facing Victoria today, including: • Victoria’s growing government debt • Major infrastructure cost overruns • Political and ministerial accountability • Energy security and energy independence • Coal, gas, nuclear power and emerging technologies • Childcare safety and government oversight • Public safety and concerns affecting Victorian families • Taxes affecting small and medium-sized businesses • The changing political landscape and One Nation • Social media’s growing influence on politics • What voters should examine before supporting a candidate • Rejection, resilience and the courage to try again The guest argues that Victorians should care less about what politicians say and pay closer attention to what they actually do. Do actions speak louder than words in politics? And how many times would you be willing to lose before trying again? Watch the complete conversation and share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe for more long-form conversations about Australian politics, leadership, business, public policy and the people shaping Victoria’s future. The political opinions and claims expressed in this episode belong to the speakers and are presented for discussion and public debate. To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601

3. 

   27 Sept 2026

   #164 Ron Hodgson: Has Australia Lost Control of Its Future?

   Australia has extraordinary natural resources, talented people and enormous economic potential, so why are Australians facing rising debt, housing pressure, energy insecurity and declining confidence in the political system? In this thought-provoking podcast, host Dave sits down with Ron for an unfiltered conversation about Australian sovereignty, democracy, natural resources, taxation, migration, energy policy, national defence and the future of the country. Ron shares his remarkable personal journey, from leaving school at 15 and becoming a motor mechanic to building businesses across insurance, publishing, financial services, consulting and construction. He also opens up about losing his eldest son, the strength required to survive personal tragedy and his belief that being born is a privilege—and that everyone has an obligation to live their best life. The conversation then examines some of Australia’s biggest questions: • Is Australia’s political system broken? • Why does Australia export raw materials and buy back finished products? • Could Australia become the financial, agricultural and education hub of Southeast Asia? • Should political parties be replaced by independent representatives? • Could a “House of Experts” improve government policy? • Is Australia prepared for cyberattacks and future security threats? • What role should coal, gas, nuclear power and renewables play? • Should politicians face strict term limits? • What is the difference between infrastructure debt and recurring government debt? This is a challenging conversation filled with strong opinions, personal experience and a bold alternative vision for Australia. The political and economic views expressed are those of the speakers and are presented for discussion and debate. Do you believe Australia is reaching its full potential? Share your opinion in the comments. Subscribe for more long-form conversations about Australian politics, business, leadership, economics and the ideas shaping our future. To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601

Who has been a guest on Dev Singh

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Emma Buitendag
• Steve Archibald
• Rabia Siddique
• Jacinta Vu
• Sev Mozhaev

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

86,980

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

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Quality

25

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

0

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