The “three shocks” reshaping Australian politics
Aug 29, 2026 •
Australia has changed in ways our politics is still struggling to understand.
We are now a majority migrant nation. Professional women have overtaken blue-collar men as the largest group in the workforce. And the two countries Australia has relied on most, China and the United States, have become less predictable.
Labor has adapted to parts of this new reality. The Coalition, so far, has struggled to do the same.
Today, author of Three Shocks, George Megalogenis on the tectonic plates reshaping Australian politics.
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The “three shocks” reshaping Australian politics
2028 • Aug 29, 2026
The “three shocks” reshaping Australian politics
Australia has changed in ways our politics is still struggling to understand.
We are now a majority migrant nation. Professional women have overtaken blue-collar men as the largest group in the workforce. And the two countries Australia has relied on most, China and the United States, have become less predictable.
Labor has adapted to parts of this new reality. The Coalition, so far, has struggled to do the same.
Today, author of Three Shocks, George Megalogenis on the tectonic plates reshaping Australian politics.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Author of Three Shocks George Megalogenis
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