This episode of Media Watch examines how an investigation by The Age reveals members of the Plymouth Brethren reportedly staged political stunts and influenced the news cycle during the 2025 federal election.
Plus, NAZA is a landmark documentary featuring first-hand accounts from Israeli military officers. The film, however, has enraged the Israeli government, which has targeted the filmmakers behind the production.
And, Australia’s biggest ‘everyday headaches’ have been revealed thanks to some made-for-media research by Panadol, with hosts falling over themselves to report on the survey.
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00:00 Brethren investigation
04:28 NAZA documentary
13:14 Panadol survey coverage
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