Best Lucky Losers Podcasts (2024)

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Grown-Up Lar 23:16

3d ago23:16

23:16

In this episode of ‘Loser Talk with Lar,’ embark on a soul-stirring journey with Larry, explore his deeply personal tale of combating life’s adversities using the powerful mediums of music and self-reflection, showcasing resilience, self-improvement, and his passion for personal growth. From his musically infused upbringing to pursuing his dreams a…

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Single Lar 2.0 17:43

11d ago17:43

17:43

In this episode of "Loser Talk with Lar", our host shares his personal journey of navigating family dynamics, breaking societal molds, and finding his identity. With listeners from all over the world, Larry dives into deep analyses of his upbringing. Drawing comparisons between his and his siblings' childhoods, he uncovers the impact of his family'…

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Single Lar 15:27

20d ago15:27

15:27

Welcome to the seventh episode of Loser Talk with Lar, a frank and motivational journey of self-discovery. In today’s heartfelt episode, Larry opens up about his personal struggles, the peculiarities of human relationships, and the difficulty some of us have when faced with being alone. Sharing the emotional roller-coaster of his developmental year…

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Hungry Lar 20:44

27d ago20:44

20:44

Welcome to the sixth episode of Loser Talk with Lar, a unique podcast where we discuss more than just shedding weight. We journey through my personal experiences, the ups and downs of my health and wellness journey, and offer a glimpse into my life, while offering a fun way to connect through our shared experiences. We delve into the detailed narra…

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Lighter Lar 17:13

1M ago17:13

17:13

In Episode 5 of Loser Talk with Lar, we dive deep into the heart of darkness and find the light on the other side. Our host, Larry, shares his personal journey of finding himself amidst life's toughest challenges and finding the courage to face his fears.This episode explores the transformative power of embracing our inner darkness. Larry shares hi…

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Anxious Lar 25:33

1M ago25:33

25:33

Embark on a journey of intense feelings and self-discovery in this fourth episode of Loser Talk with Lar, titled "Anxious Lar". This riveting installment delves into the unspoken reality of living with anxiety disorders. Join Larry as he navigates from mental unrest to a place of enlightening self-awareness.Begin with the triumphant recounting of L…

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Perfect Lar 21:36

2M ago21:36

21:36

Discover a radical journey with host, Coach Larry G, where losing is a lot more than just weight in the hit podcast, "Loser Talk with Lar". In episode three, "Loser Talk with Lar/Perfect Lar", our spotlight is on the tales of struggle and triumph as Larry confronts his self-image, battles weight gain while exploring his love for music and accepts h…

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Lucky Lar 14:54

2M ago14:54

14:54

In this highly entertaining and thought-provoking second episode of 'Loser Talk with Lar', you'll love hearing about Larry's unique take on the role of luck in life, the importance of gratitude, and the concept of embracing life as it happens for us, not to us. Using personal anecdotes from his quirky and charming family as examples, Larry beautifu…

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The Beginning of Lar 13:48

2M ago13:48

13:48

Welcome to the first episode of "Loser Talk with Lar, losing a lot More Than Just Weight", a brand-new podcast aimed at enlightening everyone about the fascinating journey of self-transformation. This debut episode dives deep into the life of Larry, your host, a national coach with the world's top-ranked Weight Loss and Health and Wellness company.…

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Australian Open Draw Preview 56:17

3y ago56:17

56:17

Jakub and Nigel preview the AO draw.By The Lucky Loser Tennis Podcast

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French Open Draw Preview 1:00:52

3+ y ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Jakub. Nigel. The Roland Garros draw. What more could you want?By The Lucky Loser Tennis Podcast

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"I'm Calling The Child Services" - A 2020 U.S. Open Draw Preview 1:04:56

3+ y ago1:04:56

1:04:56

Jakub (@bobrojakub) and Nigel (@footfaulttennis) preview the US Open draws and reveal their somewhat ridiculous predictions.By The Lucky Loser Tennis Podcast

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7am: Sacking Scott Morrison 14:53

5y ago14:53

14:53

Schwartz Media's new daily podcast 7am launched a few weeks ago. Search for 7am in your favourite podcast app to subscribe and keep listening. Sacking Scott Morrison Before entering parliament, Scott Morrison ran Tourism Australia. He was sacked by the minister, but the details of what happened have never been made public. Karen Middleton on the cl…

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Launching 7am: Episode 1 14:47

5y ago14:47

14:47

Schwartz Media's new daily podcast 7am launches today. Search for 7am in your favourite podcast app to subscribe and keep listening. Surprise: the status quo election Scott Morrison's surprise win last weekend was the status quo election no one saw coming. The vote was actually a repeat of 2010, and the country has been stuck on that divide ever si…

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Richard Dennis Introduces 7am, Our Daily News Podcast 2:24

5y ago2:24

2:24

Richard Dennis, host of The Lucky Country, introduces Schwartz Media's new podcast, 7am. Hosted by Elizabeth Kulas, 7am is a daily news show from the publisher of The Monthly and The Saturday Paper. Hear the country's best reporters, covering the news as it affects Australia. This is news with narrative, every weekday. Subscribe in your favourite p…

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Episode 21: Winner And Losers, The Final Say. 23:22

6y ago23:22

23:22

For the final episode of season two of The Lucky Country, chief economist at The Australia Institute Richard Denniss and Canberra-based lobbyist Chris Fry chew the economic fat of the complex relationship between Australian citizens, their elected representatives and the policies that determine the winners and losers. News audio is courtesy of the …

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Episode 20: Chris Kenny, Ebony Bennett And Violence Against Women 30:17

6y ago30:17

30:17

The public messaging regarding recent occurrences of the rape and murder of women has predominantly been that women need to try harder to stay safe in public. Is this the right message? This week, Richard Denniss talks to journalist Chris Kenny about the way violence against women is reported in the media, and Ebony Bennett, deputy director at The …

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Episode 19: Bob Brown, More Liberal Than The Liberals? 33:44

6y ago33:44

33:44

Why do corporate investments and political interests so often take priority over the long-term viability of our common resources? Should more Australians be encouraged to vote to secure the nation's future, or is it okay to prioritise this generation's wants over the next generation's needs? This week, former Greens leader Bob Brown joins Richard D…

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Episode 18: The Downsides Of Democracy 25:30

6y ago25:30

25:30

Why do people embark on careers in politics, and what does the uncivilised behaviour we see on Question Time achieve? In this episode, former trade minister Craig Emerson joins Richard Denniss to discuss why democracy is the worst political system there is - except for all the others. News audio is courtesy of the ABC. Email us at: theluckycountry@…

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Episode 17: Australia's Free Trade Fallacy 28:30

6y ago28:30

28:30

For decades, Australians have been told that they have no choice but to support free trade, but now it seems that even Coalition MPs support restricting the market for the export of live sheep. In this episode, Richard Denniss and Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young discuss the realities of exporting live sheep and the politics of calls for the trade…

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Episode 16: Lest We Forget Our Corporate Sponsors 32:18

6y ago32:18

32:18

Why does Australia spend so much time and money commemorating the wars we've fought in? And why do corporate sponsors' logos at the Australian War Memorial often overshadow the people and events being commemorated? In this episode, Richard Denniss and ANU historian Frank Bongiorno discuss why we remember war the way we do, and the level of investme…

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Episode 15: Corruption In The Capital 25:31

6y ago25:31

25:31

Does corruption occur in federal politics? How will we know, and, importantly, how will it be prosecuted, without a federal corruption watchdog? In this episode, Richard Denniss and former NSW premier and now federal senator Kristina Keneally discuss the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption's impact on politicians' and public servants' beh…

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Episode 14: Budget - Behind The Scenes 20:25

6y ago20:25

20:25

How do the cogs of government turn when preparing a federal budget? In this episode, The Lucky Country takes a behind-the-scenes look at the budget with former treasurer Wayne Swan. Swan and Richard Denniss discuss what is in the budget, and what decision-makers take into account when they decide who wins and who loses. News audio is courtesy of th…

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Episode 13: The C Word - Class 27:36

6y ago27:36

27:36

Does class exist in Australia? And if so, does it matter? In this episode, Richard Denniss and ANU political scientist Jill Sheppard discuss class in Australia, its impact on individuals' lives and its influence on politics. News audio is courtesy of the ABC. Email us at: theluckycountry@schwartzmedia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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Episode 12: Corporate Tax Cuts. Will The Money Trickle Down, Or Up? 25:35

6y ago25:35

25:35

Does wealth "trickle down"? Or does society benefit more when wealth "trickles up"? The Lucky Country's first episode of the year features Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, who was recently awarded the 2018 Sydney Peace Prize for his work addressing global inequality. Stiglitz and Richard Denniss discuss what the Turnbull government's …

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Episode 11: Listeners' Questions 35:39

6+ y ago35:39

35:39

What impact might a banking royal commission have on the economy, or a cut in corporate tax rates or the legalising of same-sex marriage? To answer these and other questions, Richard Denniss is joined by senior economist at the Australia Institute Matt Grudnoff. News audio courtesy of the ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 10: Shame And Solutions 33:38

6+ y ago33:38

33:38

As the citizenship crisis plays out, the government is reaping the lack of trust that it itself has been sowing for years. Voters don't trust politicians because politicians have trained voters not to trust anybody. Throughout this series the issue of shame has come up again and again. To explore its effect on public debate and the economy, Richard…

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Episode 9: Rights And Association 31:47

6+ y ago31:47

31:47

Politicians like to talk about the alleged value of mateship and sticking together and fairness, but many of those same politicians are quick to turn on vulnerable sections of the community the minute they think it will win them popular support. Luckily, we live in a country of laws where those in power are subject to checks and balances and accoun…

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Episode 8: The Global Economy 30:46

6+ y ago30:46

30:46

It's easy to convince yourself, or be convinced by others, that the decisions we make as individuals or at a community level don't really matter when there are 7.5 billion other people on the planet and a global economy worth more than $100 trillion per year. But what if I told you there was no such thing as the "global economy"? We're often made t…

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Episode 7: Education And Harassment 31:43

6+ y ago31:43

31:43

Australians are some of the most indebted people in the world. But we have been told again and again that government borrowing is evidence of mismanagement. How can it be? Treasurer Scott Morrison talks about "good debt" and "bad debt", but what does this mean, and who gets to decide "good" and "bad"? Richard Denniss talks to Karen Middleton about …

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Episode 6: Technology And Welfare 24:03

6+ y ago24:03

24:03

The politicians that rage against the greed of the unemployed are often the same ones who preach about the importance of keeping families together. But despite all the talk, we have designed a welfare system that does little to help the hundreds of thousands of families families that are hit by job loss each year. In this episode Dr Jim Stanford de…

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Episode 5: Market Farces 30:19

6+ y ago30:19

30:19

The right wing of Australian politics is becoming increasingly confused about what they are for and what they want. While they talk about the importance of letting individuals make their own decisions, they rage against the idea that adults should be able to decide who they want to marry. This week Richard Denniss looks at the opportunities arising…

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Episode 4: Sinking Popular Causes 28:26

6+ y ago28:26

28:26

Whether it's renewable energy, becoming a republic or marriage equality, politics excels at taking popular causes and sinking them. This week, former Howard staffer Geoff Cousins explains the lessons learnt from the republic referendum and how they are being repeated on same-sex marriage. Ben Oquist joins us to break down Tony Abbott's attack on re…

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Episode 3: Home Calls 26:23

6+ y ago26:23

26:23

This week's episode investigates housing affordability. Like Australia's energy crisis, housing affordability is a crisis of our own making: record house prices, a growing homeless population, and a greater number of people spending over a third of their income on housing. Despite the push to find a solution, public debate is narrow, partisan and s…

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Episode 2: The Economics Of Mental Health 30:54

6+ y ago30:54

30:54

This week's episode takes a close look at the economics and politics of mental health and, in particular, the way that some of our economic policies don't just make treating mental health more difficult, but actually contribute to causing it. To explore this, Richard interviews The National Mental Health Commissioner Dr Allan Fels AO, and finds out…

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Episode 1: The Wizards Of Oz 35:10

6+ y ago35:10

35:10

On the first episode of The Lucky Country, host Richard Denniss is joined by journalist Laura Tingle and the founder of the Australian Greens, Bob Brown, to examine the myth of politicians "managing" the economy. Richard will also look at citizenship and population and Dick Smith's little Australia. Finally, he'll introduce the first in a recurring…

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Introducing The Lucky Country With Richard Denniss 0:33

6+ y ago0:33

0:33

Join Richard Denniss, The Australia Institute's chief economist, as he tackles Australia's most important political and economic issues in a new weekly podcast from Schwartz Media. This is an insider's outside view, making sense of the country and where it's headed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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