There’s only a few things guaranteed in life – death, taxes, and if you’re an Australian citizen, voting in a Federal Election. Now we have a new parliament, Party Time will stay by your side through the sitting weeks, looking at what politics will mean for you - and making it a little bit more fun.
Joyce to the world: Our big Political Christmas wrap up
Hosts Elfy and Rania revisit the federal election, recall humorous moments, and discuss a former Prime Minister's portrait in this year-end political recap.
28 Nov 2025
The billion dollar deportation deal Australia doesn't want to talk about ft. David Shoebridge
Greens Senator David Shoebridge discusses Australia's controversial billion-dollar deportation deal with Nauru and the implications of a translated interview with Nauru's president, in an interview.
20 Nov 2025
Why government debt matters: spoiler, it’s not just Monopoly money
Professor Richard Holden from the University of New South Wales discusses government debt with Elfy and Rania, explaining its significance beyond a simple game of Monopoly in this interview.
13 Nov 2025
Having 'a crack': What's the go with the social media ban?
Hosts Elfy and Rania discuss Australia's upcoming social media age restrictions, exploring the platforms affected and the challenges of age verification for users.
6 Nov 2025
'Sense of impending doom': Should the Liberals and Nationals break up forever?
Political scientist Jill Sheppard analyzes the fracturing relationship between the Liberal and National parties in Australia and considers whether they should dissolve their coalition in this interview episode.
30 Oct 2025
'Swiss cheese' reforms: What's wrong with Australia's nature laws?
Dr. Kirsty Howey from the Environment Centre NT discusses proposed reforms to Australia's environmental laws, specifically the EPBC, in an interview that clarifies current controversies.
23 Oct 2025
AUKUS and an awkward moment: What it was like in the room for Albanese's 'dream run' with Trump
SBS Chief Political Reporter Anna Henderson describes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's meeting with US President Donald Trump and how it benefited Albanese on the international stage in this interview.
9 Oct 2025
What’s the Senate actually estimating? Ft. David Pocock
Independent Senator for the ACT David Pocock discusses the first senate estimates of the 48th Parliament and the Albanese Labor Government's accountability, in this interview episode.
4 Sept 2025
Are neo-Nazis REALLY gaining traction in Australia?
Dr. Callum Jones and Professor Greg Barton analyze the rise of neo-Nazis at Australian rallies and discuss potential government responses in this interview.
28 Aug 2025
Knights of the (productivity) roundtable ft. Senator Jacqui Lambie
Host Ben Fordham interviews Senator Jacqui Lambie about Australia's productivity crisis and her proposal for a "climate army".
31 Jul 2025
Why Gaza is dominating Australian politics right now
Cat Stirrat of SBS World News Weekly discusses the recent events in Gaza and their significant impact on Australian politics, joined by Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi in this interview.
24 Jul 2025
The Education Sandwich
Professor Andrew Norton from Monash University analyzes the Albanese government's top priorities, focusing on childcare reform and potential changes to HECS/HELP student debt, in an interview.
8 May 2025
The Washup: Party Time Ep 6
A win beyond Labor’s wildest dreams, two leaders booted, and underperforming Teals. There’s heaps to unpack about the 2025 Federal Election result, and Simon Welsh from RedBridge joins us on Party Time to talk it all out
1 May 2025
Winners and Losers: Party Time Ep 5
After more than a month of campaigning, there’s been dozens of promises made by the major parties. We’re taking at the big promises from the major parties, as well as what areas have been overlooked in the campaigns.
24 Apr 2025
Cozzie Livs: Party Time Ep 4
Cost of living: it’s the term we haven’t been able to escape since the last election. From housing to migration, household budgets to the Australian economy, Independent Economist Saul Eslake breaks down what’s on offer this election.
17 Apr 2025
Climate Wars (Revisited): Party Time Ep 3
Climate change was a big deal last election, and it’s a big deal this time too. With nuclear now on the table, what is the next battle in Australia’s ongoing climate wars? How do you even say nuclear? And is it even possible for Australia to be run entirely on renewables?
10 Apr 2025
Party Time: The Players
Who leads Australia isn’t decided by one, big popular vote. It’s countless close contests across the country that eventually determine who can form government, and who will be the Prime Minister. This week, we’re looking at the players in Australia’s 2025 federal election – who is going to be a big deal, what’s going on with minor parties, what electorates matter, and will the teal wave continue or be washed out to sea?
3 Apr 2025
Party Time: The Game
This federal election campaign will be like no other. With more memes and misinformation than ever, the digital frontier will be the big target for anyone vying for votes. We look at what the game is - how campaigns are being run, what the rules are in Australia, and what tactics you can expect to see until May 3.
20 Feb 2025
Party Time: Your guide to the 2025 federal election
There’s only a few things guaranteed in life – death, taxes, and if you’re an Australian citizen, voting in a Federal Election. With the 2025 election just around the corner, hosts Elfy Scott and Rania Yallop will be by your side until you reach the polling booth, making your compulsory democratic contributions a little bit more fun.
Who has been a guest on Party Time
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David Shoebridge
Richard Holden
Jill Sheppard
Dr Kirsty Howey
Anna Henderson
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235,163,435
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Engagement
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