A better Australia is possible - David Pocock on Gas Taxes, Property & Gambling

From gas taxes to housing affordability and gambling reform, Senator David Pocock lays out a clear argument: Australia’s biggest problems aren’t unsolvable, they’re just not being tackled long-term.We unpack why policy short-termism is costing Australians, where vested interests hold influence, and what a more ambitious, future-focused Australia could look like.Chapters:00:00 – Introducing David Pocock: from Wallabies captain to parliament03:04 – Quickfire: Pocock’s backstory, activism, and personal values07:29 – What gives Pocock hope in Australian politics?09:24 – The problem with short-term decision making in government11:08 – Money, lobbying, and incentives in politics20:57 – Gas tax: why Australians aren’t getting paid for their resources30:04 – Housing crisis: supply vs tax reform and structural issues38:36 – Gambling ads and the failure of partial bans45:31 – AI, jobs, and why Australia isn’t prepared51:08 – Where political pressure is actually working———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we’ve got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We’re particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.