The Court of Public Opinion with Jeremy Cordeaux AM

The Court of Public Opinion with Jeremy Cordeaux AM

Daily opinions from Commercial Radio Hall of Fame inductee and Walkley award winning journalist Jeremy Cordeaux. Jeremy Cordeaux has worked successfully in all facets of the media: radio, television and print as well as marketing, promotions, public relations and media training. He has gone from Office Boy to Presenter, Programme Manager, General Manager, Managing Director and Owner of three highly successful radio stations. He started his career at Radio 2GB at the age of 16, he moved to 2GF Grafton and one year later was recruited by Channel 10 Sydney. At Channel 10 Jeremy Cordeaux learned the business of television: ‘general on-air duties’, ‘hostings’, and ‘news reading’. Grundy’s chose him to host the very successful, national teenage show “Blind Date”. He wrote, packaged and hosted his own programmes “The Better Half” and “Ten on Travel and People” (10 on TAP). In 1973 Cordeaux was asked to take over the John Pearce Morning Show on Radio 2GB. In 1974 he was promoted to the all important Breakfast programme. Cordeaux moved to Adelaide in 1976 ahead of 2GB’s disastrous conversion to Rock ‘n Roll. The following thirty years saw Jeremy Cordeaux’s Morning Show, “The Court of Public Opinion”, on Radio 5DN – always at or near the top of the ratings. Over the years, amongst other achievements, Cordeaux has won: a Walkley Award for Excellence in Journalism three Gold Medals from the International Radio Festival of New York for Best Talk Show Host in the World a bronze medal for the Best Community Programme in the World twice a finalist as the Best Radio Personality in the World While running the very successful Morning Show, Cordeaux acquired a ten percent interest in 5DN and six months later was promoted to Managing Director. In the last thirty years Jeremy has worked for all the major television networks in Adelaide: presenting “Cordeaux’s Adelaide” for Channel 9, “State Affair” and the “Nightly News” for Channel 7 and editorials for “Ten’s News Hour”. He wrote a popular column for the Murdoch afternoon newspaper “The News” for several years. In 1990 Jeremy Cordeaux sold his interest in 5DN and bought Radio Stations 5AD and 5SE from Hoyts Media. Four years later he set up the first radio “combo” in Australia owning and running the highly successful number one FM music station 5AD and the number one AM talk station 5DN: All the while continuing to present his Morning Talk Show from 9.00am till 1.00pm. In 1996 Cordeaux sold his company to the Australian Radio Network. He remained on-air for the next ten years. Jeremy Cordeaux was the founding Chairman of the Variety Club of SA, is currently an Ambassador and Life Member for Variety’s Tent 75; a Life Member of the Royal Institution for Deaf and Blind Children in NSW; Patron of the Motor Neurone Disease Association of SA; on divisional council Red Cross for ten years; on the board of SA Great for ten years and on the board of the Smith Family for five years. He is a member of the Australian Club, the Union and Pioneer’s Club, and a Life Member of the Order of Australia Association. In 2003 he was Knighted by The Order of St John for his services to the community, and in 2006 acknowledged in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List with an Order of Australia, AM. Jeremy and his wife, Caroline Peacock, have homes in Adelaide, Sydney and Hamilton Island. They have one son and Jeremy has three adult children from a previous marriage. His latest venture was producing and presenting a news, talk, current affairs, chat show which he calls “The Court of Public Opinion” – an “eccentric” programme recorded in Cordeaux’s extensive garage. His hobbies include: the media, art, old cars, reading and gardening.

Episodes

April 1, 2026 27 mins

Jeremy Cordeaux returns from the Garage with a wide-ranging and provocative episode tackling government spending, energy policy, and growing concerns around Australia’s economic direction.

From questioning billions spent on green energy subsidies to exposing massive consultant blowouts across universities and government, Jeremy argues that priorities are mi...

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Jeremy Cordeaux returns to the Garage for a sharp and opinion-driven episode tackling Australia’s growing fuel crisis, political shifts, and the long-term consequences of de-industrialisation.

From rising cost-of-living pressures to criticism of net zero policies, Jeremy questions whether Australia has lost its ability to be self-sufficient — and what...

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Jeremy Cordeaux returns LIVE from the dining room table for another unfiltered edition of The Court of Public Opinion.

Across three hours, Jeremy dives into Australia’s shifting political landscape following the South Australian election, the rise of One Nation, and the growing cracks within the Liberal Party. Joined by e...

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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a sharp and wide-ranging commentary on current Australian issues—from fuel theft and illegal tobacco to political accountability, media trust, and the future of the ABC.

Jeremy questions government priorities and competence, highlighting risin...

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In this episode of The Court of Public Opinion – GARAGE Edition, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a sharp and uncompromising take on the latest South Australian election, the rise of One Nation, and what he sees as growing government overreach.

Jeremy questions the push for an Aboriginal “Voice” structure at a state l...

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Jeremy Cordeaux returns LIVE from the dining room table for another no-holds-barred edition of The Court of Public Opinion.

This episode dives deep into Australia’s political direction, fuel security concerns, immigration policy, and the growing disconnect between government and everyday Australians. Jeremy is joined by a...

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In this March 19 Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a wide-ranging and opinionated take on Australia’s political, economic and cultural landscape.

Jeremy opens with a call for Australians to get vaccinated ahead of winter, before reflecting on changing weather patterns and questioning ...

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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux covers a wide range of political and social issues affecting Australia and the world.

Jeremy begins by congratulating Adelaide-based visual effects company Rising Sun Pictures for their Oscar nomination, highlighting South Australia’s growing role in t...

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Jeremy Cordeaux returns LIVE from the dining room table for a packed and wide-ranging edition of The Court of Public Opinion.

This episode dives into South Australia’s political landscape, healthcare system pressures, government accountability, and the growing frustration from everyday Australians. With passionate caller ...

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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a wide-ranging commentary on Australian politics, government bureaucracy, immigration, gambling advertising and the future of the nation’s economic structure.

Jeremy questions whether Australia’s federal system has become an expensive du...

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In this special Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux sits down with legendary Australian entertainer Johnny Mac, one of the oldest living pop stars at 94 years of age.

Johnny shares remarkable stories from a lifetime in show business, including performing alongsi...

In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux examines the global and local ripple effects of geopolitical tensions, particularly the fallout from escalating conflict involving Iran and the impact on global markets. Billions have been wiped from share markets worldwide as political decisions reverberate through the global economy.

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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux explores several controversial and thought-provoking topics shaping Australian and global conversations. From allegations involving a Victorian gynaecologist and troubling reports from Islamic schools to the rising cost of government and the future impact of artificial intelligence on employm...

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In this lively Garage Edition, Jeremy Cordeaux covers everything from global politics and Australian economic concerns to cost-of-living pressures and the future of banking. He reflects on major cultural and historical milestones, discusses rising political movements in Australia, and shares his thoughts on freedom, inflation, government spending and technology risks in modern life. Jeremy also ex...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux explores a wide range of controversial and thought-provoking topics, from paid parental leave and workforce participation to the ethical challenges of genetic engineering and the future of “designer babies”.

Jeremy questions proposals to extend ...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the growing reach of the program and the strong audience response across Auscast platforms, while delivering sharp commentary on the federal and state political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.

Jeremy discusses the South Australian election...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a strong critique of Australia’s immigration settings, economic direction and political leadership, urging the newly formed Opposition to adopt clearer and more decisive policies ahead of the next federal election.

Jeremy argues that assimila...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reacts to the federal government’s $30 billion nuclear submarine construction commitment in South Australia, questioning the timing of major infrastructure announcements so close to elections and highlighting the long-term cost burden for taxpayers.

Je...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reacts to another 25 basis point interest rate rise and questions whether Australians are being forced to endure cost-of-living pain that could be avoided with better economic management.

Jeremy argues that runaway government spending — now sitting at...

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux delivers a wide-ranging and deeply concerning commentary on political leadership, national debt, higher education and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence. Jeremy predicts an imminent leadership change within the Liberal Party, arguing that opposition infighting is allowing the ...

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