In episode nine of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with political commentator and historian Chris Trotter.A lifelong man of the Left, Chris isn’t afraid to call out the contradictions within his own side, or anyone else’s.From union halls to newsroom columns, he’s spent decades in the trenches of New Zealand’s political debate, and he’s never been one to bite his tongue.In this episode, Chris opens up about the state of the Left, the erosion of democratic institutions, and what’s really driving the culture wars.He’s sharp, provocative, and rooted in conviction.In episode nine of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with veteran political commentator Chris Trotter.A staunch voice on the Left, Chris doesn’t shy from calling out hypocrisy, wherever it shows up.He talks class politics, cultural divides, and why the Left risks losing its soul.Sharp, provocative, and rooted in conviction.
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Episode 8 - Simon O'Connor
In episode eight of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with ex-National MP Simon O’Connor.Once a seminarian, Simon was one of the few politicians willing to say what many are thinking.Over a decade in Parliament, Simon built a reputation for going against the grain — unapologetically pro-life, pro-free speech, and sceptical of the creeping influence of identity politics.In this episode, he talks candidly about modern politics, why he stood firm during Covid when others folded, the importance of Israel, and what he sees as the moral crossroads facing New Zealand today.It’s honest, raw, and refreshingly unfiltered.
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Episode 7 - Brian Tamaki
In episode seven of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam has a long and lively discussion with Destiny Church leader, Brian Tamaki.From his beginnings in Te Awamutu to his rise as one of the country's most controversial figures, Cam discovers the man behind the headlines.They tackle the hot-button topics: gender wars, religion, what the future holds for New Zealand, and a program close to his heart: Man Up.A free-flowing, thought-provoking discussion you won’t want to miss!
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Episode 6 - Anna McLoughlin
In episode six of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam chats with Anna McLoughlin — a Media Researcher and Comms Engagement Specialist.Anna zeroes in on the crucial role of media and government throughout the pandemic.She’s a fierce advocate for integrity, free speech, and ethical standards, challenging the influence of government funding on mainstream media and highlighting the suppression of dissenting voices and the lack of independent journalism.It’s a conversation that pulls no punches and demands attention.
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Episode 5 - Dr. Sheree Trotter
In episode five of The Good Oil Podcast, Cam sits down with Dr. Sheree Trotter—academic, historian, and commentator. With a PhD from the University of Auckland, Sheree, of Te Arawa descent, brings a rare depth of knowledge across Māori, New Zealand, and Jewish histories.Her doctoral research focused on Zionism, and she's the co-founder of the Holocaust and Antisemitism Foundation, Indigenous Embassy Jerusalem, and Indigenous Coalition for Israel. Sheree doesn’t hold back.Intelligent, principled, and unafraid to speak plainly, she offers a clear-eyed take on history, identity and truth-telling.This is a conversation that challenges assumptions and addresses some of the most complex issues of our time.Sheree's articles about Settler Colonialism:Settler Colonialism, Indigeneity and Activist Purity LawsIncongruous and Ill-Conceived: Israel as Settler Colonialism
Political and news commentary with a New Zealand flavour hosted by New Zealand's multi award-winning number podcaster and blogger. Cam Slater doesn’t do quiet and, as a result, he is a polarising, controversial but highly effective journalist who takes no prisoners. Love him or loathe him, you can’t ignore him.
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