Macca and Kenny are joined live in the studio by, Georgie Purcell is a Member for Northern Victoria with the Animal Justice Party and a leading advocate on animal welfare and regional issues.

“Free public transport sounds like a great idea in inner Melbourne — but does it actually help people in regional Victoria where driving is essential?”

“Policies that work in Richmond don’t always work in regional Victoria.”

Some of the discussion topics for this week’s segment with Georgie Purcell include:

• IBAC accountability concerns
• Lobbying and political influence under scrutiny
• What are the real fuel stress in regional communities?
• Is free public transport good policy — or political optics?
• What practical cost-of-living measures would you support instead?
• Is IBAC still fit for purpose?
• Are you concerned about lack of scrutiny over public spending?
• Has lobbying become too entrenched in Victorian politics?
• What reforms would restore trust?

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The first guest today was Josh Burns, Federal ALP Member for McNamara he joined Macca, Kenny and John live in the studio with his new baby Lilah to discuss the current cost of living crisis and oil supplies.

Josh Burns is the federal member for Macnamara here in Melbourne and a prominent voice on foreign policy and national security.

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Macca’s back in the hosting chair this week Kenny’s in the co-hosting seat today. John’s behind the desk and we would like to welcome to the Sat Mag team, Agnes as production assist and helping with social media and photos etc. James the podcaster is doing his usual job.

Macca and Kenny highlight what’s happening in this week’s show

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Kenny and Tom talk to Tim Wilson, member for Goldstein, is an Australian Liberal Party politician currently serving as the Shadow Treasurer and the Federal Member for Goldstein in Victoria.

Re-elected to the seat of Goldstein in the May 2025 federal election, defeating independent Zoe Daniel by a narrow margin of 175 votes after a recount.

Shadow Treasurer

Re-elected to the seat of Goldstein in the May 2025 federal election, defeating independent Zoe Daniel by a narrow margin of 175 votes after a recount.

Appointed to this senior opposition role in early 2026. He previously served as the Shadow Minister for Industrial Relations, Employment, and Small Business from May 2025.

His current focus includes economic reform, pushing for fuel tax cuts to address cost-of-living pressures, and advocating for home ownership through the use of superannuation.

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Kenny and Tom talk to Chad Hughes, new CEO of Thorne Harbour Health.

On January 2026, Thorne Harbour Health announced the appointment of Chad Hughes as its next Chief Executive Officer.

With more than 25 years’ experience in global and community health, Chad Hughes has worked internationally to deliver public health programs focused on HIV, drug and alcohol harm reduction, and LGBTIQA+ health. He has served on numerous boards and advisory committees, including Thorne Harbour Health’s Board of Directors from 2014 to 2020.

“Thorne Harbour Health has an incredible history of leading the community response to HIV and expanding that legacy to meet the broader and evolving health needs of our communities. It is truly an honour to step into the role of CEO. I look forward to working alongside our communities, partners, and staff to advance the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people and people living with HIV”. Chad Hughes

https://thorneharbour.org/sexual-health/

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Kenny and Tom talk to Tarsh Jago about Cherub, her show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Cherub is the debut solo stand-up show from Palawa comedian Tarsh Jago. Inspired by a tweet that read, “You don’t look Aboriginal, you look like the cherub from the Pears soap”, this hour blends razor-sharp comedy with heartfelt storytelling about race, queerness and identity. Tarsh takes audiences on a hilarious and confronting journey through the contradictions of being Blak and queer, with punchlines that sparkle and stories that linger. Bold, cheeky and deeply personal

https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/cherub/

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Tom and Kenny talk to Melbourne Comedian Alex Ward.

Alex Ward is a comedian, writer, and presenter, best known for her whip-smart punchlines and regular appearances on Network Ten’s Have You Been Paying Attention? As a QLD’er living in Melbourne, Alex is always cold, which makes the warmth she brings to the stage all the more impressive. Alex is known for her personal, engaging and punch-line heavy comedy.

Alex has appeared on Have You Been Paying Attention?, The Project, Melbourne International Comedy Festival Gala, Upfront, ABC Comedy’s Up-late, Audible’s 2019 live stand-up series, Tonightly with Tom Ballard, Triple J’s Good Az Friday, and performed at Splendour In The Grass.

Alex has written for various TV shows including The Project, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont-Spelling Bee, Monday’s Experts and more.

https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/literally-anyone/?return=%2Fbrowse-shows%2F%3Fpage%3D2

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