Best Joel Duggan Podcasts (2025)

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The Spawn Chunks 376: Ride Or Die 1:27:46

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Joel, and Jonny discuss technical tweaks to the feature complete, upcoming Mounts Of Mayhem drop, then answer listener email about Minecraft vanilla vibes, texture parity, and nitwit parties. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/11/17/the-spawn-chunks-376-ride-or-die/ Join The Spawn Chunks Discord community! htt…

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Sam Roggeveen: Echidna Strategy vs. AUKUS—Australia's Wake-Up Call 58:08

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In Episode 37 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Program Director of the Lowy Institute's International Security Program Sam Roggeveen unpacks his The Echidna Strategy for Australia's strategic autonomy, critiques bipartisan orthodoxy on U.S. alliances, dissects nuclear risks in Asia amid Tindal's B-52 rotations and militarism under the US, and explores less…

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The Spawn Chunks 375: Coral Creatures and Final Features 1:21:33

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Jonny, and Joel recap the final features swimming into the Mounts Of Mayhem snapshots, and hear from listeners about enchanting improvements, and the future of modding post Minecraft code deobfuscation. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/11/10/the-spawn-chunks-375-coral-creatures-and-final-features/ Join The S…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 36: Israel's War Against Christians w/Suzan Wahhab 1:23:13

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In Episode 36 of Bogan Intelligentsia, Suzan Wahhab shares her personal story as a Palestinian Christian advocate, traces the ancient history of Christianity in the Levant, explores the enduring presence of Palestinian Christians and analyzes the precarious positions of Palestinian Christians in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel today. Duration: ~90 …

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The Spawn Chunks 374: More Mounts More Mayhem 1:33:06

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Joel, and Jonny share their initial thoughts on the new parched, and camel husk mobs coming to Minecraft, and answer listener email about happy ghast mobility, and beacon viability. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/11/03/the-spawn-chunks-374-more-mounts-more-mayhem/ Join The Spawn Chunks Discord community! h…

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The Citadel Cafe 499: How To Train Your Severance Package 59:11

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Joel, and Stephen compare notes on the live action release of How To Train Your Dragon, and the first season of Severance. Joel is building a new LEGO set, and the new superhero game Dispatch is on the wish list. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2025/11/01/the-citadel-cafe-499-how-to-train-your-severance-packa…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 35: Former Senator Doug Cameron Slams Militarism, Neoliberalism & the Modern Labor party 1:12:06

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Description: Episode 35 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Doug Cameron, former Australian Senator and union leader. In this 75-minute discussion, Doug shares his early career in unions and politics, contrasts the strength of Australia's union movement before and after the Accord, examines the Australian Labor Party (ALP) in 2025, critiqu…

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The Spawn Chunks 373: No Such Thing As A Free Lunge 1:18:25

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Jonny, and Joel talk about the new way to lunge, how player controlled sounds can influence gameplay, and debate magic vs. physics as the Minecraft enchantment systems continues to grow. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/10/27/the-spawn-chunks-373-no-such-thing-as-a-free-lunge/ Join The Spawn Chunks Discord c…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 34: Dr Rodrigo Acuña on Trump's Aggression Towards Venezuela & Monroe 2.0 1:20:44

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Description: Episode 34 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Dr Rodrigo Acuña, a Venezuelan expert and Latin American political analyst. In this 70-minute discussion, Rodrigo provides background on Venezuela's history before Chavez, including its oil-based economy and democracy. He covers Western criticisms of the Chavista movement, media d…

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The Spawn Chunks 372: Finding In-Spear-ation 1:08:26

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Joel, and Jonny run down the changes in the latest Mounts Of Mayhem snapshot, and answer listener email about steeds, spears, and creative Minecraft fears. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/10/20/the-spawn-chunks-372-finding-in-spear-ation/ Join The Spawn Chunks Discord community! https://Patreon.com/TheSpawn…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 33: John Minto on 50 Years of Activism against Apartheid and Occupation 1:11:22

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Description: Episode 33 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast spotlights John Minto, NZ's enduring activist warrior—from orchestrating the 1981 Springbok Tour's explosive protests to steering PSNA's Gaza charge. In this 60-minute raw chat, John traces his path: leaflet-dropping planes over rugby grounds, nationwide union blackouts, and decades of arr…

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The Spawn Chunks 371: The Mayhem Is Mounting 1:36:05

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Jonny, and Joel take the new Mounts Of Mayhem Minecraft snapshot in stride, swimming with the nautilus, and poking around with the spear. Plus a listener with their ear to the ground on granular sound control. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/10/13/the-spawn-chunks-371-the-mayhem-is-mounting/ Join The Spawn …

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 32: Robert Barwick on Dan Duggan’s Extradition Nightmare 1:05:09

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Description: Episode 23 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast features Robbie Barwick breaking down the shocking extradition case of Dan Duggan—an Australian citizen, former US pilot, and father of six, locked in maximum-security prison since 2022. For legal work in 2012 at a South African test pilot school, the US falsely claims Dan provided “defens…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 31: Dr. Scott Burchill on Trump's Gaza Peace Talks in Egypt 1:06:45

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Description: In Episode 31 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Dr. Scott Burchill—IR scholar and Misunderstanding International Relations author—unpacks Trump’s 20-point Gaza ploy via Sharm el-Sheikh indirect talks: hostage/prisoner swaps, fragile ceasefires, withdrawals undercut by Israeli airstrikes ignoring Trump’s halt order. Deep mistrust doo…

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The Spawn Chunks 370: Sorting Out The Copper Age 1:17:49

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 30: Major Cameron Leckie on Hegseth's General Shake-Up & Bases in Australia 1:10:52

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Description: In Episode 30 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, Retired Major Cameron Leckie—a 24-year Australian Army veteran turned critical analyst—breaks down Pete Hegseth's Quantico summit with US generals and admirals and its mixed reception among brass facing "shape up or ship out." He questions benefits post-meeting, especially against Chin…

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The Citadel Cafe 498: Gen V And Grogu 59:58

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Joel, and Stephen review new trailers for The Mandalorian And Grogu, Avatar: Fire And Ash, and Wolverine from Insomniac Games. Plus, Stephen has been watching Gen V. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2025/09/30/the-citadel-cafe-498-gen-v-and-grogu/ Join The Citadel Cafe Discord community! http://Patreon.com/The…

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The Spawn Chunks 369: Unpacking Minecraft Live September 2025 1:31:49

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Jonny, and Joel recap the Mounts Of Mayhem announcement from Minecraft Live, look forward to the pending release of The Copper Age, and give their first impressions of the nautilus mount, and the spear coming to Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/09/29/the-spawn-chunks-369-unpacking-minecraft-live-s…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 29: Wendy Bacon on Foreign Interference and Public Interest Journalism 1:20:18

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Description: In Episode 29 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Bacon, Australia’s trailblazing investigative journalist and activist, who exposes the chilling suppression of pro-Palestinian voices and the murky forces rigging the 2025 election. From the Combat Antisemitism Movement’s (CAM) smear campaign against Gaza proteste…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 28: Palestinian Activist Ahmed Alabadla on Gaza and Palestinian Recognition 1:36:32

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Description: In Episode 28 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Ahmed Alabadla, a Palestinian activist bearing witness to Gaza's unbreakable spirit amid occupation and genocide. Ahmed vividly recalls Gaza's pre-October 7th vibrancy and the societal machinery under siege, then mourns Gaza City's historic obliteration and its dire por…

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The Spawn Chunks 368: Predicting Minecraft Live September 2025 1:24:33

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Jonny, and Joel tally bug fixes, and feature tweaks coming to The Copper Age drop, discuss the possibilities of Minecraft mannequins, and share their predictions for September’s upcoming Minecraft Live. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/09/22/the-spawn-chunks-368-predicting-minecraft-live-september-2025/ Join…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 27: Prof. Warwick Powell on China's Victory Day Parade and US-China tension 1:14:49

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Description: In Episode 27 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Warwick Powell (@baoshaoshan), QUT adjunct professor, blockchain expert, and author of China, Trust and Digital Supply Chains. Warwick breaks down the geopolitical alignments at China’s Victory Day parade—highlighting Western isolation of Russia versus non-Western solid…

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The Spawn Chunks 367: Grasping At Claws 1:00:26

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Jonny, and Joel share the latest tweaks to the copper golem, their plans to cover the upcoming Minecraft Live broadcast, and listener email about mooblooms, rascals, vultures, and crabs. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/09/15/the-spawn-chunks-367-grasping-at-claws/ Join The Spawn Chunks Discord community! ht…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 26: Theo Nolan-Isles on Surviving a Zionist IED and Militarised Industries 51:26

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Description: In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Theo Nolan Isles (@rustinyoureye), a welder and activist who survived a car bomb placement at his home in Sydney on January 5, 2024, targeted for his pro-Palestinian activism. Theo unpacks the shocking incident—perpetrated by David Wise, who demanded he remove a Palesti…

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The Spawn Chunks 366: Your Next Minecraft Direction 1:29:53

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Joel, and Jonny relay bug fixes, and rendering changes as The Copper Age drop gets closer, listener email about The Minecraft Experience in Toronto, and talk about how to move on after completing large projects in Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/09/08/the-spawn-chunks-366-your-next-minecraft-dire…

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The Spawn Chunks 365: The Age Of Westhill 1:40:10

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Jonny, and Joel cover bug fixes, and UI tweaks in the latest Minecraft snapshot for The Copper Age drop, answer listener email about controlling copper, and celebrate the completion of Joel’s Westhill build nearly five years in the making! Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/09/01/the-spawn-chunks-365-the-age-o…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 25: Eddy Jokovich on Foreign Influence in Australia 1:00:49

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Description: In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re joined by Eddy Jokovich, publisher of New Politics and a bold voice in Australian political commentary. Eddy dissects the web of foreign influence on Australia’s government, from ASIO’s dubious Iran antisemitism claims to the Albanese administration’s unwavering support for Israe…

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The Citadel Cafe 497: Fantastic KPop Demon Hunters 1:10:13

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Joel, and Stephen review Fantastic Four: First Steps, and KPop Demon Hunters, share recommendations for anime, and some favourite Kdramas. Plus, bonus bully tail wags. Show notes for The Citadel Cafe are here: http://www.thecitadelcafe.com/2025/08/31/the-citadel-cafe-497-fantastic-kpop-demon-hunters/ Join The Citadel Cafe Discord community! http://…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 24: Activist Robert Martin’s Fight on the Freedom Flotilla 1:36:56

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Description: In Episode 24 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring our dedicated fans an unflinching conversation with Australian human rights activist Robert Martin. In July 2025, Robert joined the Freedom Flotilla’s Handala mission to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, only to be intercepted by Israeli forces in international …

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The Spawn Chunks 364: The Magic Of Copper 1:12:46

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Joel, and Jonny talk copper golem changes, and codes of conduct added in the latest Minecraft snapshot, answer listener email about workstation alternatives, and discuss if copper could be a magic bullet for Minecraft. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/08/25/the-spawn-chunks-364-the-magic-of-copper/ Join The …

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 23: Ambassador Geoff Raby on Australia’s Role in a Multipolar Indo-Pacific 46:23

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Description: In Episode 22 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re excited to host former Australian Ambassador to China, Geoff Raby, for a compelling discussion on Australia’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Raby reflects on Australia’s evolving regional role since his ambassadorial tenure, offering insights on balancing China-US relations after Albanes…

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The Spawn Chunks 363: Set Minecarts To Wax Speed 1:09:44

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Jonny, and Joel cover the final features of the upcoming drop in this week’s Minecraft Snapshot, then answer listener email about copper golem compliance, waxing accelerator rails, and powered pickaxes. Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here: https://thespawnchunks.com/2025/08/18/the-spawn-chunks-363-set-minecarts-to-wax-speed/ Join The Spawn Chu…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 22: Jeff Rich on Trump-Putin Summit and 50th anniversary of Whitlam Sacking 1:28:55

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Description: In Episode 22 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re excited to bring back geopolitical commentator Jeff Rich (@JeffRich) for a hard-hitting discussion. Jeff briefly reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Whitlam sacking (November 11, 1975), touching on allegations of foreign interference. The main focus is the historic Trump-Puti…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 21: Denise Shrivell on Independent Media and Politics 52:15

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Description: In Episode 21 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re pumped to bring our dedicated fans an inspiring discussion with Denise Shrivell, a community advocate and political strategist. Denise breaks down her history of community engagement, the essentials of a winning independent campaign, and how to spark community-driven movements. W…

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Bogan Intelligentsia Ep. 20: Dr. Jay Tharappel on the Syrian Crisis 1:50:50

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Description: In Episode 20 of the Bogan Intelligentsia Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring our dedicated fans a hard-hitting discussion with Dr. Jay Tharappel, a geopolitical expert with a PhD in Political Economy. Recorded in Wollongong, Dr. Tharappel presents a slideshow on the Syrian crisis (2011–present), dissecting the swift collapse of Assad’s g…

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The Spawn Chunks 362: Copper Hopes And Dreams 1:48:04

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Celebrating 7 years of The Spawn Chunks podcast! This week, the full Render Distance version of the show is publicly available to everyone. There are also special anniversary discounts on our Patreon page! After the pre-show chat about The Talking Heads, and K-Pop Demon Hunters (16:50) Joel, and Jonny discuss new copper features in the latest Minec…