🎙 In This Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Senator Alex Antic for a direct, unfiltered conversation on free speech, government oversight, and the growing political tension shaping Australia’s future. Alex is one of the most outspoken voices in federal parliament when it comes to civil liberties, and in this episode we dig into why free speech is being narrowed, how government power has expanded with little scrutiny, and what that means for everyday Australians. We also unpack the left’s growing fear of a political shift to the right, the backlash against dissenting voices, and why open debate is increasingly being treated as a threat rather than a foundation of democracy. From there, we dive into foreign lobbying and influence, how it operates inside Australian politics, and why transparency and accountability matter more now than ever. This isn’t party talking points. It isn’t political theatre. It’s a serious conversation about power, control, and the consequences of silencing disagreement. 🧭 In This Episode We Cover: 🗣️ Free speech and the limits being imposed on public debate 🏛️ Government oversight and unchecked power ⚖️ The political left and fear of a rightward shift 🌍 Foreign lobbying and external influence in Australian politics 🇦🇺 Democracy, dissent, and national sovereignty 🔍 Why transparency and accountability still matter 💥 Support independent voices 🧢 Merch: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/category/all-products 🤝 Join Patreon: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/s-projects-side-by-side 📺 Stay Connected: YouTube: @2worldscollide Instagram: @2worldscollidepodcast X: @2worldsPodcast Website: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au 🔖 Follow the conversation: #AlexAntic #2WorldsCollide #FreeSpeech #GovernmentOversight #ForeignInfluence #AustralianPolitics #CivilLiberties #Accountability #CommonSense

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“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.