EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 31 MIN
Why this politician took his teacher to Gamblers Anonymous + theatre shows canned
from Hack · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation
When Liberal MP Simon Kennedy was a teenager, one of his high school teachers asked to borrow money for his gambling addiction. He says he ended up accompanying the teacher to Gamblers Anonymous meetings. So, how did these experiences shape his views on gambling reform?Plus, when was the last time you went to a musical? A growing number of stage shows are being cancelled midway through their tours. We find out what's behind the decline.Listen now:01:26 - Gambling reform21:30 - Theatre shows axedGuests: Simon Kennedy, Liberal MP for CookJack Ward, Host of Encore PodcastGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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