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Breaking Politics PodcastBreaking Politics - Senator Andrew Bragg talks super and LibsAndrew Bragg has been one of the fiercest critics of Labor's plan to change the tax treatment of some super accounts. Hear what he has to say about the policy, along with the future of the Liberal party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-1513 min
Straight Talk with Mark Bouris#184 Senator Andrew Bragg on fixing the Housing Crisis, Reforming Super & life inside ParliamentSenator Andrew Bragg is a Liberal Senator for New South Wales, first elected to the Senate in 2019. Throughout his time in Parliament, Andrew has been active in shaping policy across superannuation, technology, financial regulation, and housing. In March 2024, he was appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Home Ownership. In this episode, Andrew unpacks his journey into politics, his work in the Senate, and his focus on major reforms. We discuss his inquiry into superannuation governance, proposed reforms, the challenges facing first home buyers, lending policies, government support for infrastructure, and how political leadership can better address Australia's...2025-04-281h 08
2GB Afternoons with Michael McLarenBragg’s big call – Senator warns super funds shouldn't play landlord with members' moneyNSW Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg has raised concerns about superannuation funds investing heavily in residential property, arguing it's not in the best interest of members and could distort the housing market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-1611 min
The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine AddictionEp 2:4 Chemsex Cravings Management with AndrewSend us a textSupplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/cravings In this episode of Aftermeth, Dr. Dallas Bragg and Andrew Moses, founder of Queer Recovery Coaching, get real about managing cravings in chemsex recovery. They flip the script on cravings, seeing them not as enemies but as messengers pointing to deeper needs. Through personal stories and expert insights, they explore how understanding what triggers us can actually transform our recovery journey. They dive deep into the emotional hunger driving addiction, breaking down why we crave validation and connection so...2025-04-031h 21
Australian Property Investment PodcastCan We Save the Great Australian Dream? A Housing Chat with Senator Andrew BraggWhat if home ownership weren’t just a dream, but a right every generation could still reach? Senator Andrew Bragg thinks it should be and he’s on a mission to make it possible.In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into the housing crisis facing young Australians. From supply shortages and lending constraints to the controversial debate around accessing super for a deposit, Senator Bragg lays it all out with conviction and clarity.If you care about housing, affordability, or the future of Australia’s economic landscape, this is an episode you need to hear.2025-03-3038 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggOur Friend Died at 26': The Birth of Skin Check ChampionsOn this episode of The Yarn, we hear the remarkable story of how Scott Maggs turned personal tragedy into lifesaving action. After losing our friend Wes to skin cancer at 26, Maggs created a movement that began with growing beards and evolved into Skin Check Champions. Learn how a conversation at a wake led to 22,000 free skin checks, the discovery of 500 potential melanomas, and a million-dollar beard auction that changed Australia's approach to early detection.Join us as we explore how grief became purpose with Scott Maggs, the founder turning facial hair into lifesaving conversations.2025-02-0320 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggHousing Supply at 1989 Levels: CoreLogic's WarningIn Episode 3 of this season of The Yarn, we dive into Australia's housing data with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless for a sobering look at affordability. From Sydney's 13-year deposit hurdle to Adelaide's surprising unaffordability ranking, discover what the numbers reveal about our housing crisis. Lawless shares insights on supply shortages, infrastructure costs, and why demand-side solutions alone won't fix the problem.Join us as we crunch the housing numbers with Tim Lawless, Australia's leading property data analyst.2025-01-2722 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggFrom Olympic Track to Blockchain: Meet Tori WestOn this episode of The Yarn, we explore the intersection of elite sports and blockchain technology with Australian Olympian Tori West. From her journey as a self-funded heptathlete to her vision for revolutionizing sports data ownership through digital assets, discover how West qualified for Paris while building a tech company. Learn about the challenges facing Olympic athletes, the realities of sports funding in Australia, and why blockchain could transform how athletes control their data.Join us as we dive into sports and innovation with Tori West, an Olympian bringing blockchain technology to athletics.2025-01-2020 min
Tracer BurnoutEpisode 0023 - Andrew Bragg“It’s not my story. I’m a character in the book. It’s our story.” In this episode, we speak with Army veteran and author Mr. Andrew Bragg. We discuss his two combat deployments in Afghanistan, making it into a James Dietz print, losing friends in combat, driving across the country to reconnect with those that survived, and a magical land full of unicorns, gumdrops, and rainbows. In the Free Fire Area, we call-out the most overrated bands of all time. We need your support: - Like, share, comment, and subscribe. Any interaction helps the show. ...2025-01-202h 26
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggTrump's Return: What It Means for AustraliaLaunching season 4 of The Yarn, we dive into the implications of Trump's re-election with former US Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos. From trade policy and tariffs to the future of AUKUS, discover how Trump's second term could reshape the US-Australia relationship.Drawing on his personal experience with President Trump, Arthur shares unique insights into the President-elect's leadership style, economic priorities, and what it means for Australia's strategic interests.Join us as we explore the future of US-Australia relations with Arthur Sinodinos, who brings invaluable perspective as Australia’s former Ambassador to Washington.Don't miss this se...2025-01-1322 minThe AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine AddictionEP 1:45: Drug Treatment: Queer-Affirming vs. Gay-Friendly with Rainbow Hill RecoverySend us a textDo you know the difference between “Gay-Friendly” and “Queer Affirming” when it comes to treatment and sober living? In this conversation, Dr. Dallas Bragg and his guests Joey Bachrach and Steven Buffin-Stewart from Rainbow Hill Recovery delve into the complexities of drug treatment, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. They discuss the importance of queer sober living environments, the necessity of reentry services, and the role of emotional sobriety in recovery. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a sense of belonging and family within treatment centers, as well as the need for affirming spaces t...2025-01-021h 04
The Team HouseMarathon Deployments in Afghanistan with the 82nd Airborne | Andrew Bragg | Ep. 318Andrew Bragg is a combat veteran who served in the US Army for four and a half years after graduating high school. During his time in the military, he served as an infantryman and deployed twice to Afghanistan, first with the 173rd (1-503rd PIR) for a fifteen month deployment and second with the 82nd (2-508th PIR) for a twelve month deployment. He grew up in Hilliard Ohio but has moved west since getting out of the military. He worked as an EMT while going through school and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Currently, he lives his...2024-12-241h 36
The Political OrphanageHeaton and Monkey: Yuletide Crimesolvers (1987)Rebroadcast of the cult classic 1987 Christmas special of “Heaton and Monkey: Crimesolvers,” a groundbreaking police drama. Cast: Andrew Heaton, Andrew Young, Josh Jennings, Brian Sack, Jack Helmuth, Justin Robert Young, Anna Gorisch, Hilary Mann, Austin Bragg, Brett Weaver, and Brian Brushwood. Previous Specials: A Rugged Snuffy’s Christmas - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-rugged-snuffys-christmas/id1439837349?i=100063936198 Snuffy's Explosion-Proof Christmas - https://politicalorphanage.libsyn.com/snuffys-explosion-proof-christmas A Rather Snuffy's Christmas - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-political-orphanage/id1439837349?i=1000545755269 A Grander Snuffy's Christmas - https://podcasts.a...2024-12-2456 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggHousing Crisis: The Silver Bullet Nobody's UsingSupply is the Silver Bullet - Professor Steven Hamilton on Solving Australia's Housing CrisisIn this episode of The Yarn, we venture across the Pacific to speak with Australian economist Professor Steven Hamilton at George Washington University. From breaking down why supply is the true 'silver bullet' to solving the housing crisis to examining how federal funding could pressure local councils, Steven provides a crystal-clear analysis of what's really driving Australia's housing crisis. Discover why corporate housing isn't the answer, how immigration policy affects housing and what we can learn from success stories like Auckland....2024-11-2534 min
Minimum CompetenceLegal News for Mon 11/18 - Trump Hush Money, USPTO Vidal to Winston & Strawn, Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy and 501(c)(4) Dark Money ReformThis Day in Legal History: Goodridge v. Department of HealthOn November 18, 2003, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued a historic decision in Goodridge v. Department of Public Health, becoming the first court in the United States to rule that a state ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional. In a narrow 4–3 decision, the court held that the denial of marriage rights to same-sex couples violated the Massachusetts Constitution's guarantees of equality and liberty. Writing for the majority, Chief Justice Margaret Marshall emphasized that marriage is a civil right and that excluding same-sex couples from this institution created a se...2024-11-1809 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggMaster Builders CEO: How to Fix Australia's Housing CrisisIn this episode, we examine the construction industry's perspective on solving Australia's housing crisis with Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders Association of Australia. From addressing skilled labour shortages to navigating complex industrial relations, discover why construction companies are struggling despite record demand. Denita Wawn shares insights on why businesses are closing, how pattern bargaining impacts costs, and what reforms could help first home buyers get into the market.Join us as we explore the challenges facing Australia's builders with Denita Wawn, the CEO leading the Master Builders through turbulent times.Don't miss this episode!2024-11-1828 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggNIMBYs vs YIMBYs: The Fight For Australian HousingIn Episode 2 of this season of The Yarn, we dive into the grassroots movement transforming local housing politics with Jonathan O'Brien from Yes in My Backyard (YIMBY) Melbourne. From successfully challenging heritage overlays to confronting restrictive zoning in Australia's most exclusive suburbs, discover how the YIMBY movement is introducing contestability into Council decisions. O'Brien shares insights on their three-pronged approach of local advocacy, digital infrastructure, and policy research, while explaining how the YIMBY movement has spread from San Francisco to Australia's major cities.Join us as we explore the youth-led housing revolution with Jonathan O'Brien, a driving...2024-11-1127 min
The Yarn with Senator Andrew BraggMortgage rules are hurting Australians: MFAA's Anja Pannek on Lending Reform and First Home OwnershipStarting season 3 of The Yarn, we explore the evolving landscape of mortgage lending with Anja Pannek, CEO of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA). Join us as we unpack critical issues facing borrowers, from the contentious serviceability buffer to capital risk weights, and examine potential reforms to help first home buyers. Pannek shares insights on why 73.7% of Australians now use mortgage brokers and discusses innovative solutions to address the housing accessibility crisis.2024-11-0424 min
Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in History, MilitaryThe Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley by Andrew BraggPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/809312to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley
Author: Andrew Bragg
Narrator: Kevin P. Mullan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 13 minutes
Release date: October 15, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2
Genres: Military
Publisher's Summary:
This book shares the story of the men of Two Charlie and their fight for survival in the Arghandab River Valley, the Devil’s Playground. “The Devil’s Playground” was anything south of the second canal to the men of Charlie Company’s 2nd Platoon—Two Charlie—during their 2009–2010 deployment to the Arghandab...2024-10-1511h 13
Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in History, MilitaryThe Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley by Andrew BraggPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/809312 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley Author: Andrew Bragg Narrator: Kevin P. Mullan Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 13 minutes Release date: October 15, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Genres: Military Publisher's Summary: This book shares the story of the men of Two Charlie and their fight for survival in the Arghandab River Valley, the Devil’s Playground. “The Devil’s Playground” was anything south of the second canal to the men of Charlie Company’s 2nd Platoon—Two Charlie—during their 2009–2010 deployment to th...2024-10-1503 minListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MilitaryThe Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley by Andrew BraggPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/809312to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley
Author: Andrew Bragg
Narrator: Kevin P. Mullan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 13 minutes
Release date: October 15, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Military
Publisher's Summary:
This book shares the story of the men of Two Charlie and their fight for survival in the Arghandab River Valley, the Devil’s Playground. “The Devil’s Playground” was anything south of the second canal to the men of Charlie Company’s 2nd Platoon—Two Charlie—during their 2009–2010 deployment to the Arghandab...2024-10-1511h 13
Listen to Trending Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MilitaryThe Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley by Andrew BraggPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/809312 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Devil's Playground: The Story of Two Charlie and the Arghandab River Valley Author: Andrew Bragg Narrator: Kevin P. Mullan Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 13 minutes Release date: October 15, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Military Publisher's Summary: This book shares the story of the men of Two Charlie and their fight for survival in the Arghandab River Valley, the Devil’s Playground. “The Devil’s Playground” was anything south of the second canal to the men of Charlie Company’s 2nd Platoon—Two Charlie—during their 2009–2010 deployment to th...2024-10-1503 min
Veteran Success StoryAndrew Bragg - Combat Veteran & Author of "The Devil's Playground"In the very first episode, I sit down with Combat Veteran & Author Andrew Bragg to talk about some of the hurdles he faced in writing his book "The Devil's Playground".
Being the very first episode, there is no format that had been put together as of yet. A lot of this episode is just an "off the cuff" conversation. We actually talked for about 3 hours total and could have easily kept going, but other obligations called.
Like some projects, this one started off due to necessity. I have been...2024-10-111h 18
Combat StoryBrutal Fighting in The Arghandab River Valley with the 82nd Airborne | Andrew Bragg | The Devil’s PlaygroundOn today’s Combat Story we have a deep dive into intense fighting that took place in Afghanistan in the treacherous Arghandab River Valley with Andrew Bragg, a former Army infantryman who served back to back tours to two distinct places in Afghanistan, both with plenty of kinetic activity. Andrew’s book The Devil’s Playground is about one of his deployments with the 82nd Airborne to the Arghandab River Valley where his unit experienced 50% casualties, including 6 KIA. Andrew traveled the country in his car to interview members of his unit from 12 years prior, many of whom ha...2024-09-211h 25
Momentum LeadersSenator Andrew Bragg unpacks the home ownership inquiryEXCLUSIVE: Liberal senator Andrew Bragg sits down with Momentum Media's mortgages brand, The Adviser to reveal what the new home ownership inquiry will look at and why he wants to hear from the broking industry most. In this episode of In Focus, host Annie Kane catches up with the chair of the Senate economics references committee to discuss: The big issues the committee aims to address with this inquiry. What else could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. Why he wants to hear from the broking industry most. 2024-08-2915 min
REB Podcast NetworkSenator Andrew Bragg unpacks the home ownership inquiryAustralia’s financial regulation may be in for a shake-up to support lending to first-time buyers. In this episode, Liberal senator Andrew Bragg shares what the new home ownership inquiry, recently launched by the Senate, will look at and why he wants to hear from stakeholders in property, mortgage broking and beyond. The shadow assistant minister for home ownership shares with listeners what the Senate economics references committee aims to address with this inquiry, and what else he feels could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. Did you like this ep...2024-08-2915 min
Property Investment Podcast NetworkSenator Andrew Bragg unpacks the home ownership inquiryAustralia’s financial regulation may be in for a shake-up to support lending to first-time buyers. In this episode, Liberal senator Andrew Bragg shares what the new home ownership inquiry, recently launched by the Senate, will look at and why he wants to hear from stakeholders in property, mortgage broking and beyond. The shadow assistant minister for home ownership shares with listeners what the Senate economics references committee aims to address with this inquiry, and what else he feels could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. If you like this ep...2024-08-2915 min
Australian PoliticsAndrew Bragg on housing, the ‘poison’ of Nimbyism, and the NSW Liberal council election debacleGuardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with New South Wales Liberal senator Andrew Bragg about the Coalition’s plan on housing, and the federal implications of the NSW Liberals’ catastrophic failure to lodge paperwork for the local government elections2024-08-2333 min
The Adviser Podcast NetworkIn Focus: Senator Andrew Bragg unpacks the home lending inquiryEXCLUSIVE: Liberal senator Andrew Bragg sits down with The Adviser to reveal what the new housing lending inquiry will look at and why he most wants to hear from the broking industry for it. In this episode of In Focus, host Annie Kane catches up with the chair of the Senate economics references committee to discuss: The big issues the committee aims to address with this inquiry. What else could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. Why he wants to hear from the broking industry most. And much more!2024-08-2215 min
The Dishcast with Andrew SullivanJeffrey Toobin On Lawfare And SCOTUSThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comJeffrey Toobin is a lawyer, author, and the chief legal analyst at CNN, after a long run at The New Yorker. He has written many bestselling books, including True Crimes and Misdemeanors, The Oath, The Nine, and Too Close to Call, and two others — The Run of His Life and A Vast Conspiracy — were adapted for television as seasons of “American Crime Story” on the FX channel.You can listen right away in the audio player above (or on the right si...2024-08-0242 min
Echoes from an Old Hollow TreeAndrew Bragg's American DreamHearth Fathers is a podcast where rural fathers are asked to reflect on their relationship with their home, land, and legacy.In a fast world, Hearth Fathers is a slow and deliberate podcast; our conversations are not rushed but instead seek to glean wisdom about life from fathers who live in the country. Before you listen, consider pouring a drink, getting comfortable, and slowing down yourself.Episodes of Hearth Fathers are free and release on Saturday mornings.Paid subscribers to this SubStack are granted access a week early!Help me keep...2024-06-2227 min
Ruby for AllRailsConf 2024 Crossover — Ruby Podcasters Live in DetroitIn this special crossover episode recorded live from RailsConf 2024 in Detroit, join us for a unique gathering of prominent Ruby podcasters. Julie teams up with Elise from the 'Ruby on Rails' podcast, Jason from 'Code with Jason,' Joël from 'The Bike Shed,' and Drew from 'Code and the Coding Coders Who Code It.' The group discusses their experiences at RailsConf, including workshops, talks about Test Driven Development (TDD), and building dynamic applications with Turbo. They delve into the implications of RailsConf being discontinued after 2025, the thriving local Ruby conference scene, and share candid moments about t...2024-06-0631 min
Politics with Michelle GrattanPolitics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Bragg flags a coalition would use ‘coercion’ of the states to get more new houses built Housing remains one of Australia’s most pressing issues in both state and federal politics. The RBA keeping rates up and high mortgage repayments have left many Australians struggling. For those Australians who don’t own a home, it’s becoming increasingly hard to get into the housing market.
The opposition has blamed the high levels of migration for why Australians feel so much housing pain. Peter Dutton has promised to reduce the permanent migration program (which brings in many skilled workers) as part of getting net overseas migration down. He says more than 100,000 homes could be freed...2024-05-2527 min
Politics with Michelle GrattanPolitics with Michelle Grattan: Andrew Bragg flags a coalition would use 'coercion' of the states to get more new houses builtAndrew Bragg joins us to explain why the coalition sees migration as a major issue when it comes to housing supply.
2024-05-2527 minThe AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine AddictionEP 1:8 Alternatives to the 12 Steps with Coach Andrew MosesSend us a textDr. Dallas Bragg and Andrew Moses discuss their experiences with drug addiction and the unique challenges faced by the queer community. They emphasize the importance of perspective shifts and changing one's relationship with oneself in the recovery process. They also highlight the limitations of traditional 12-step programs and offer alternative approaches to healing, focusing on physical health, trauma, and somatics. The conversation explores the impact of shame, the need for compassion and understanding, and the role of self-acceptance in the recovery journey. Dr. Dallas Bragg discusses the importance of reframing relapse as a...2024-05-021h 17