In which the nerds review week 5 of the 2016 Australian Federal Election. With Guests:
Professor Rodney Smith, University of Sydney Professor Ariadne Vromen, University of SydneyThe Nerds discuss the federal nature of the debate, drivers behind localism and if the 2016 campaign is more local than previous years. They also consider issues of political use of public funding, youth participation and policy issues concerning young people.
In the podcast extra, the Nerds consider and reject concerns about political violence in Australia, and discuss the issue of economic participation of younger people.