Keli Holiday and the new risk of touring Trump's America
May 20, 2026 •
You may know him as Keli Holiday, one-half of Peking Duck, or even as Abbie Chatfield’s boyfriend…
Now, Australian musician Adam Hyde has become the latest high-profile victim of Trump’s tough border rules – after he was denied re-entry to the States in the middle of his North American tour.
The explanation? National security concerns. That’s it – nothing more.
And it’s not an isolated incident. In Trump’s America, Australian artists are increasingly finding themselves blocked from entry, threatening their careers and livelihoods in a market that’s crucial for their success.
Today, co-founder of Lamestream, Osman Faruqi, on border control, censorship and why the Australian government should be pushing back
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Keli Holiday and the new risk of touring Trump's America
1921 • May 20, 2026
Keli Holiday and the new risk of touring Trump's America
You may know him as Keli Holiday, one-half of Peking Duck, or even as Abbie Chatfield’s boyfriend…
Now, Australian musician Adam Hyde has become the latest high-profile victim of Trump’s tough border rules – after he was denied re-entry to the States in the middle of his North American tour.
The explanation? National security concerns. That’s it – nothing more.
And it’s not an isolated incident. In Trump’s America, Australian artists are increasingly finding themselves blocked from entry, threatening their careers and livelihoods in a market that’s crucial for their success.
Today, co-founder of Lamestream, Osman Faruqi, on border control, censorship and why the Australian government should be pushing back
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Co-founder of Lamestream, Osman Faruqi
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