Pyne Time Podcast

Joe Aston is no stranger to controversy, and as a former writer of the Financial Review's rear window sometimes he created it. Christopher Pyne sat down with Joe to discuss overcoming his alcoholism, how that improved him as a person and hanging out at the Mar-a-Lago.Support the show

Christopher Pyne sits down with former opposition leader Deb Frecklington to reminisce about the good old days, from karaoke trips and social media, to how you deal with heavily losing an election. Support the show

Christopher Pyne sits down with former Governer of Western Australia, Kim Beazley to reminisce about their times in politics, including the  nuclear power debate, the issues with the US voting system and the infamous Noodle Nation. Support the show

Former Treasurer of Australia Josh Frydenberg joins Pyne Time and you can hear him like never before. Christopher Pyne and Josh reminisce about the golden days of television and their incredible memory of theme songs (including some lovely duets). Hear how Josh dealt with organising COVID relief and the Facebook media saga.Support the show

Gillon McLachlan is the former CEO of AFL and a lover of footy, which is why the past couple of years have been the toughest for the organisation to date. Gillon chats with Christopher Pyne about how he made business decisions for the AFL, how he fought for equality in the game and is wowed by Christophers footy knowledge.Support the show

Kate Carnell has helped pave the way for women in business and politics, overcoming a lot of adversities along the way. Hear Christopher Pyne chat with Kate about those challenges, gender roles in politics, secret liberal clubs and the Canberra hospital implosion.Support the show

Jackie Trad is no stranger to the affects that being investigated by a political corruption watchdog can have on you. Hear her discussion with Christopher Pyne about the recent Gladys Berejiklian ICAC investigation, what they believe separates the left and the right side of politics and how to make sure you live happily after politics.Support the show

Bob Katter has been one of the longest sitting members of parliament, and will choose to stay until he believes the job has been done. Christopher Pyne sits down with Mr. Katter to discuss his compassion for politics, how his best friend growing up was his rifle and the industries that he fights for.Support the show

As the former Deputy Leader and Foreign Minister of Australia, Julie Bishop was at the forefront of major political movements in Australia.In the first episode of Pyne Time Season 3, Christopher Pyne chated with Julie Bishop about the effects of COVID dividing Australia and giving the individual state premiers power to do what they want, she retells the story of when she confronted President Putin over the MH17 flight and when she was allowed to fly on Airforce 2.Support the show

Recorded in 2021 NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian  had experienced a tough 2020 but she had high hopes for 2021. In this episode she speaks with good friend Christopher Pyne on improving the support for mental health, discussing her heritage and about the tough year she had to face.Support the show

Being a political strategist isn't an easy job, Sometimes you're called in to help win an un-winnable election. Sir Lynton Crosby chats with Cristopher Pyne on how he helped win some of the hardest elections, being knighted by the queen and what it takes to be a political strategist.Support the show

Franklin Roosevelt has had a large impact on both Michael Fullilove and Christopher Pyne. Listen as they speak about Presidential influence, Australia's rocky relationship with China and the future of technology and think tanks.Support the show

Adelaide Arts Festival Director and good friend to Christopher, Rachel Healy is optimistic about the future of arts surrounding COVID. She speaks with Christopher Pyne about our generations greatest artists, politics in art and why eating phallic shaped food is social suicide.Support the show

Wyatt Roy, also known as Boy Wonder (to Christopher), was the youngest person to ever be elected to parliament. Hear Wyatt as he talks with Christopher Pyne about the impact that had on his social life, his journey into the world of AI, and his sense of fashion.Support the show

Broadcaster, journalist and bestselling author Julia Baird has created some stunning works with her biography on Queen Victoria and more recently - Phosphorescence. Hear Julia talk with Christopher Pyne about researching the scandals of Queen Victoria, finding inspiration in the little things, and how her books compare to Christopher's.Support the show

In the middle of 2018, the world stood still and watched as rescuers raced to save the young Thai soccer team trapped in a cave. Richard Harris talks with Christopher Pyne about going from cave diver to life saver, how the impossible was achieved & becoming Australian of the year in 2019.Support the show

Amanda Vanstone has achieved a great amount in her career, including mentoring Christopher. Hear the former ambassador reminisce with Christopher Pyne about getting drunk on martinis, how easy it could be to hijack a plane and when she wrote an almost' famous song.Support the show

Anthony Albanese was first known for his scathing speeches in parliament, which could be why he got along so well with Christopher. Recorded when he was the Opposition Leader hear the now PM talk with Christopher Pyne about their time being set up on television, getting in trouble in parliament and a recent family discovery.Support the show

Since 2003 Senator Sarah Hansen Young has represented the Greens party, but it hasn't been an easy journey. SHY joins Christopher Pyne to talk about how she became an influential politician in the Greens Party, growing up in a small country town and the trials of being a young female politician in Australia. Support the show

Martin Parkinson worked in Public Service long enough to witness a lot of good outcomes in Australia. Christopher Pyne talks with Martin about the first world struggles of life after being somebody and how the current civil war in politics is affecting our ability to face world challenges.Support the show

Waleed Aly from The Project joins Christopher Pyne to dismantle the myth that they don’t like each other. Listen as they discuss why some politicians get in the game, why faith is important to Waleed and Christopher’s weird, socialist monopoly rules.Support the show

This episode was recorded in 2019 when Richard Marles had been elected Deputy Leader of the Labor Party and as you'll hear Richard Marles doesn’t shy away from a funny story. Christopher Pyne invited Richard on to discuss their friendship, family life and the line that divides Liberal and Labor, which begs the question - Could this be the unofficial return of Pyne and Marles?Support the show

Malcolm Turnbull has always tried to be a man of the people. The former Prime Minister opens up to Christopher Pyne about his strong relationship with his father, his favourite moment as PM and why he chooses to catch public transport.Support the show

Getting on with the job is what the Former Prime Minister of Australia Scott Morrison had to do when he took over. Christopher Pyne invited the PM to discuss the good old days of working together and whether Christopher would have made a great Prime Minister himself.Support the show

Lindsay Fox began his transport business with 3 trucks parked along the road on High Street in Melbourne and now has over 8000 trucks globally. Christopher Pyne invites Lindsay on to discuss how he built his empire, international politics and not allowing wealth to change who you are.Support the show

As one of the most respected political commentators, Barrie Cassidy was able to expose what went on behind the curtains of a lot of political campaigns. Now both of them are retired, Christopher Pyne invites Barrie on to discuss working with Bob Hawke and life after politics.Support the show

Albert Dadon is a successful migrant story with a humble past. Christopher Pyne talks with Albare about his philanthropy and love of music, the relationship between Australia and Israel and practicing the art of disagreement.Support the show

The Project was able to bridge the gap between comedy and politics with Peter Helliar at the forefront of the funny business. Christopher Pyne chats with Peter on his success as a comedian, what interests him in politics and how they became the most unlikely of friends.Support the show

For years Annabel Crabb has taken delightful jabs at the career of Christopher Pyne, but now that he is out of politics… nothing has changed. Annabel joins Christopher in a light-hearted discussion on their time together on television, going to university and whether Annabel had, or has a crush on Christopher.Support the show