The Meryl Swanson Show
Since 2016, Meryl Swanson has dedicated her life to representing the Paterson electorate in Canberra. The Meryl Swanson Show takes you behind the scenes to chat about how Parliament House works and how decisions are made. Join Meryl as she cuts through all the noise, giving everyday answers to the big issues – covering matters of health and aged care, defence, infrastructure, cyber security, and the environment. Contact Meryl www.merylswanson.com.au
Episodes
In this episode of the Meryl Swanson Show, host Meryl Swanson is joined by the inspirational Ron Land, President of the Port Stephens Koala Hospital, about the dire situation facing koalas in Australia. With numbers plummeting from 8,000 to between 250 and 400 in the Port Stephens area, Ron shares his journey from a tough unionist to a passionate advocate for koalas. The conversation covers the challenges of habitat destruction, th...
In this episode of the Meryl Swanson Show, host Meryl Swanson engages with Robin Williams, the district president of the Northern Mining and New South Wales Energy District Mining and Energy Union. They discuss the importance of union membership, the recent legislative changes regarding 'same job, same pay', and the impact these changes have on workers in the coal mining industry. Robin shares his personal journey in the coal indus...
Why should you have two factor authentication? What can you do to minimise your risk of being hacked or a victim of fraud online?
Meryl Swanson speaks with Dr Andrew Charlton, the Special Envoy for Cyber Security and Digital Resilience about the importance of cybersecurity in today's digital age. They discuss common cybersecurity threats, the role of the government in protecting citizens, and practical steps individuals and busines...
Here, Meryl Swanson interviews renowned sculptor Tanya Bartlett. They discuss the history of sculpture, Tanya's creative journey from childhood to becoming a professional sculptor, and her breakthrough moment in London.
Tanya shares her experiences of collaboration and growth in the art world, emphasising the importance of finding one's own artistic voice. In this conversation, Tanya Bartlett shares her journey to becoming a sculpt...
Here Meryl chats to Anika Wells, the Minister for Aged Care and Sport, to discuss the pressing issues surrounding aged care in Australia. They explore the challenges of workforce shortages, the significant pay reforms for aged care workers, and the ongoing reforms following the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. Personal stories highlight the human aspect of aged care, while discussions on simplifying access to ser...
In this episode of the Meryl Swanson Show, Dr. Sarah Bayley shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a mission hospital in Africa to becoming a dedicated GP in Raymond Terrace. The conversation delves into the importance of preventive health, the challenges faced in general practice today, and the critical need for awareness around women's health issues, particularly ovarian cancer. Dr. Bayley discusses her experiences durin...
Milton Dick joins Meryl for her first podcast. They recount the time they met in the line for coffee when Meryl ended up shouting Milton and he put his foot in it somewhat! They later become great friends and did a lot of incredible work together. As well as being the Member for Oxley (QLD) Milton is also the Speaker of the House. He takes us through his journey so far, his commitment to serving his constituents and the challenge a...
Welcome to the Meryl Swanson Show.
Since 2016, Meryl Swanson has dedicated her life to representing the Paterson electorate in Canberra. The Meryl Swanson Show takes you behind the scenes to chat about how Parliament House works and how decisions are made.
Join Meryl as she cuts through all the noise, giving everyday answers to the big issues – covering matters of health and aged care, defence, infrastructure, cyber security, and ...
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