July 30, 2026

The content creator gunning for Albo's seat + an alt medicine rabbit hole

Media commentator Hannah Ferguson has announced she's going after the Prime Minister's seat at the next election. But does she actually stand a chance? And how would you feel seeing a content creator on the ballot? Plus, author Hannah McElhinney sits down with Dave to talk about how her cousin was sucked into an internet "wormhole" of alternative medicine before she died seeking treatment overseas. If you or anyone you know needs help contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.Listen now:01:23 - Influencers in politics12:25 - Alternative medicineGuests:Professor Mark Kenny, director, ANU's Australian Studies InstituteHannah McElhinney, authorGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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