Konrad Benjamin has become a viral internet figure with his savage critiques on the oil and gas industry and its refusal to pay fair royalties.  

He is among the presenters in Punter’s Politics, which looks at “making politics simple for the everyday punter”.

The podcast skips the highbrow commentary. From the first episode , the hosts make clear they want to call out abuses of power in politics.

One of the strongest aspects of the show is its tone and accessibility. Instead of dense academic discussion or rigid media-style interviews, the hosts aim for what feels like a pub conversation about politics. Get ready for sometimes coarse language and expressions of frustration at a system captured by vested interests.

The episodes tackle current, pressing issues: corporate tax avoidance, privatisation, energy policy, media influence. A recent episode dives into how a major energy company has paid nearly zero tax, even as everyday consumers pick up the tab.

 They don’t just talk about the problems, instead explaining how they affect everyday Australians.

The duo manages to link with knowledgeable guests and keep episodes to a manageable duration.

For highly technical issues, listeners may need to research further if they want a greater insight.

Overall, Punter’s Politics delivers an accessible introduction into politics for those who feel detached from mainstream media, with a strong emphasis on fairness, transparency and accountability.