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Australia is facing its most significant challenges since World War Two. Geopolitical tensions are increasing, Cultural self-confidence is in decline. The values which define us freedom, democracy, egalitarianism, and sacrifice – are being put to the test. Over this special podcast series Tony and I discuss how Australia can not only survive, but flourish in the decades ahead.
Australia is facing its most significant challenges since World War Two. Geopolitical tensions are increasing, Cultural self-confidence is in decline. The values which define us freedom, democracy, egalitarianism, and sacrifice – are being put to the test. Over this special podcast series Tony and I discuss how Australia can not only survive, but flourish in the decades ahead.
Episodes

Friday Sep 19, 2025
Labor's giant emissions con job | Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott S4E17
Friday Sep 19, 2025
Friday Sep 19, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and IPA Distinguished Fellow, Tony Abbott, and the IPA's Deputy Executive Director, Daniel Wild, discuss Labor's climate change fear campaign; the modest proposed increase to defence spending; Charlie Kirk's titanic contribution to Western Civilisation and public debate and his legacy; and Tony's upcoming book and accompanying documentary about Australia's history.
For further information about Tony Abbott's new book on Australia's history, visit: https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/australia-a-history-former-prime-minister-tony-abbott-hosts-landmark-threepart-documentary/news-story/050db23ca2352a6ce938f7a687be0b83
To pre-order your own copy of Australia: A history - From ancient land to great democracy by Tony Abbott, visit: https://linktr.ee/Australia_by_Tony_Abbott
The Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott podcast is a production of the Institute of Public Affairs.
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Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Australia, a nation divided – Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott S4E16
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and IPA Distinguished Fellow Tony Abbott and the IPA's Deputy Executive Director Daniel discuss the March for Australia demonstrations, and the need to dramatically cut migration numbers.
Plus, Dan and Tony discuss the enduring importance of Australia's National Flag, and Tony shares with us his unique perspective on the Australian government's decision to expel the Iranian Ambassador.
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Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Australia's decline is reversible – Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott S4E15
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and Distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Public Affairs, Tony Abbott, and Daniel Wild discuss the federal government’s move to 'recognise' a Palestinian 'state'; the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin; and the government's productivity summit.
PLUS – Tony takes your questions! If you would like to submit a question for the next episode, please send your questions to dwild@ipa.org.au
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Burning the National Flag – Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott S4E14
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and Distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Public Affairs, Tony Abbott, and Daniel Wild discuss the pro-Hamas protests is Sydney and Melbourne; the burning of the Australian National Flag; the failure of multiculturalism; the latest developments in the net zero debate; and how Trump's economic policies are affecting Australia and the world.
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Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
S4E13 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – The end of the US Alliance?
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
Wednesday Jul 16, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and Distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Public Affairs, Tony Abbott, and Daniel Wild discuss Anthony Albanese's prolonged trip to China; the threats to Australia's alliance with the US; whether the Liberal Party should adopt open primaries to select candidates for election; and the future of economic reform.
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Thursday Jul 03, 2025
S4E12 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – No More Welcome to Country's!
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and Distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Public Affairs, Tony Abbott, and Daniel Wild discuss Israel and the ongoing conflict in the middle east; the future of the US-Australian alliance; the divisive use of welcome to, and acknowledgment of, country ceremonies; and Tony shares his perspective on the Yoorrook Commission which would permanently divide Victorians by race, and be used as a template for the rest of Australia.
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Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
S4E11 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – War with Iran?
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
On this episode, former Prime Minister and Distinguished Fellow to the Institute of Public Affairs, Tony Abbott, and Daniel Wild discuss Israel's successful attack on Iran's nuclear facilities; the future of the AUKUS deal; and the changes needed to fix the Victorian and New South Wales divisions of the Liberal Party.
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Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
S4E10 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – The price of the US alliance has gone up
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Institute of Public Affairs’ Deputy Executive Director, Daniel Wild, returns to the host’s chair, on this episode of the Australia's Future with Tony Abbott.
On this episode, Tony and Daniel discuss; the United States’ call for Australia to increase defence funding; net zero and what it is cost Australia; grassroots political campaigning and authenticity; where to for the Liberal Party following its defeat; and the ongoing Deeming-Pesutto saga.
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Monday May 26, 2025
S4E09 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – Where to for the Coalition?
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
On this episode of the Australia's Future podcast, former Prime Minister, and Institute of Public Affairs’ Distinguished Fellow, Tony Abbott; and special guest host, John Roskam, discuss a remarkable fortnight in Australian politics; why the Coalition should be put back together; why net zero has to go; and his advice to former Liberal MPs who are now out of a job.
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Wednesday May 07, 2025
S4E08 – Australia's Future with Tony Abbott – A defeat caused by a lack of courage
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
On this episode of the Australia's Future podcast, former Prime Minister, and Institute of Public Affairs’ Distinguished Fellow, Tony Abbott, Tony Abbott explains how the Liberal Party's lack of courage on key issues led to its defeat. He also discusses why the Coalition's lead in the polls evaporated, what qualities are needed from the next Liberal leader, and why he's still optimistic for the future of centre-right politics in Australia.
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