Shooting The Breeze With Lady Liberty Australia!

Lady Liberty Australia - Kate Fantinel, is an independent Australian political journalist, gun rights activist and libertarian-cum-anarchist living in San Antone, Texas.

After fifteen years working across Australia in politics, adovacy and media, INCLUDING for Australia's only libertarian Senator, David Leyonhjelm AND running for office herself in Western Australia, Kate is living her American dream while still advocating for liberty in Australia.

She is a published journalist in Australia's biggest shooting and hunting magazines, along with mining and oil & gas journals, AND her hometown newspaper (where it all began!).

She regular appears on other podcasts and is ALWAYS up for a rant! From the small town outback town of Napperby in South Australia, to San Antone, Texas, Kate's channel is dedicated to sharing stories from Australia, about Australia, while living in the land of the free and home of the brave!

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Episodes

Tuesday Apr 16, 2024

A very special guest for this live episode of Shooting The Breeze with my dear friend, fellow advocate for shooters and number one gun reviewer in Australia, Ozzie Reviews, joining me to talk about guns!
Ozzie and I sat down at his idyllic property in Queensland to share our views, frustrations, ideas, recommendations and thoughts on Australia's gun laws; the shooting organisations; what happened in Western Australia; and the upcoming Queensland State Election.
We gave our advice on what shooters can do to protect and promote our sport among the wider community. We also shared why we both dedicate so much of our time and energy to fight for our guns (even when it's at great personal cost and risk!).
Guests:
Ozzie Reviews - Australia's number one gun reviewer

Wednesday Apr 03, 2024

A very special guest for this episode of Shooting The Breeze with my citizen journalist colleague, mentor and friend joining me for a deep discussion about the State of the World and important on-going fight for liberty!
Rick Munn, host of live current affairs chat show Locked & Loaded on TNT Radio, first interviewed me on his show on 15 February, 2022 during my WA Senate campaign; in this interesting discussion on my show, Rick shared his informative firsthand insights into the goings on in the world.
From Northern Ireland, Rick and I spoke about the current political and social conditions affecting his home in the U.K, along with his perspectives on governments and the power shift and control-grabs during the last few years, with a battle between good and evil now raging.
We also despaired at the traditional left movement, particularly in the music scene, who used to be proudly anti-authoritarian, anti-war, and marching for rights to free speech, today siding with the very movement and beliefs they used to object!
This is one of my favourite episodes to date as it shows the incredibly inspiring individuals doing their bit for liberty elsewhere in the world!
Guests:
Rick Munn - Host of Locked & Loaded on TNT Radio

Monday Mar 04, 2024

New gun laws introduced by the Western Australian State Labor Party Government this month have been tabled, with the almost absolute majority Government giving the Police sweeping new powers to control and further limit the number of West Australians who want to own a firearm.
The President of Shooters Union Australia, Graham Park, and number one gun reviewer Ozzie Reviews joined me to discuss some of the more sinister aspects of the new laws, and how we are now at the point in Australia where shooters are openly vilified, over-policed and subjected to some of the most draconian laws on the books - for next to nil public safety benefit!
We discussed how the new laws cast in to doubt freedom of political expression with someone's views, opinions or attitudes factored in to the fit & proper person test as part of the vetting process. This formed another discussion about the current gun confiscation program that just happens to coincide with their proposal to limit the number of firearms a person can own (just 5 for most, 10 for farmers). We also spoke about mental health checks, and how this could affect everyday Australians who face tough times; veterans with PTSD; or with women with post-natal depression.
We discussed how the apathy of shooters has led to this point in our history, and how we shouldn't shy away from talking openly about our sport and hunting traditions to educate others. We agreed that unity and good promotion of our community is needed in order to win the fight to keep our culture and sport.
Graham also provided insight in to the upcoming Queensland State Election and what party's and political candidates are on the side of shooters, including the Katter;'s Australian Party.
Guests:
Graham Park - President, Shooters Union Australia
Ozzie Reviews - Australia's Number One Gun Reviewer

Sunday Feb 04, 2024

For this episode I was once again graced by not one, but TWO courageous doctors who have bravely spoken out - and continue to speak out - against the mismanagement of our healthcare systems; the disastrous real-world consequences of failed policies; and what it's like being a doctor in a post-pandemic world.
Fellow West Australian, Dr Joe Kosterich, and fellow former libertarian political candidate, Dr Julian Fidge, joined me to discuss the topical issue of health, which affects all of us. From the state of public healthcare to the State's affect on the quality of service provided; to the relationship between government, the regulator, the medical industry and our medical professionals: Dr Joe and Dr Fidge share their unique insights and stories from the frontline.
I asked for their views on the death of seven-year-old Aishwarya at Perth Children's Hospital in 2021, with Dr Fidge recounting a shocking story of government mismanagement of a public hospital in Queensland that led to the death of a patient there. We also discuss the Australian Government's prohibition-by-prescription approach to vaping.
Guests:
Dr Joe Kosterich M.B.B.S (WA)  
Dr Julian Fidge FRACGP, BPharm, MBBS, Grad Dip App Sc (CompSc), MMed (Pain Management)
This episode is dedicated to Aishwarya Aswath Chavittupara.

Friday Jan 26, 2024

I had the absolute pleasure of getting to know my new friend and fellow advocate for liberty, Dr Irene Mavrakakis: an American doctor who is bravely speaking out against the Medical Industrial Complex in defense of bodily autonomy and medical freedom.
Irene and I spoke about her life as a doctor and how the conflicts of interests between governments, regulators and medical companies has directly affected the health of both people and the economy. She also calls out corrupt government officials, including Dr Fauci, for their part in using a crisis to mandate products that resulted in the biggest transfer of wealth and caused harm to some people.
We also spoke candidly about life, liberty and politics in the United States, including her involvement in the Rage Against The War Machine rally; her respect for the 2nd Amendment; and why she is backing Mike ter Maat to be the Libertarian Party Presidential Nominee.
Guests: Dr Irene Mavrakakis, M.D. (DE)

Friday Dec 22, 2023

I had the pleasure of chatting with my friend and fellow advocate for liberty, Dr Melisa Albisetti, an Argentinian economist who now lives in my home state of South Australia!
Of course we spoke about the new Argentinian President and his plans to resurrect a country ruined by socialist/fascist ideas that has resulted in triple-digit inflation; an unsustainable welfare state; and the ruling class profiteering off of big government. We also spoke candidly (and passionately!) about life, liberty and politics in Argentina compared to Australia.
From the actress Eva Peron to the actor Javier Milei: both have inspired a nation and captured the attention of the world with their different philosophies. Argentina is a country to watch as the pendulum swings towards liberty and away from the State!
 

Monday Dec 04, 2023


I'm joined by some mates from the former Australian Liberty Network, Stuart Jeffery from Ch 6 News and fellow West Aussie Bruce (@Centristozzy on X)  to talk about the absolute state of Australian politics!
Things are looking grim Down Under if you value liberty, individual freedom or small government: the Western Australian Labor Party Government continues to trample on property rights and civil liberties; while the Queensland Labor Party Government is tackling youth crime by banning the sale of knives to kids (because that will really work!).
We also discussed the federal government's addiction to cigarette taxes, with Australians forced to turn to the Medical Industrial Complex to access vapes via a prescription-only model. This comes as the debate around cannabis for recreational use once again demonstrate how politics (and politicians) are getting in the way of individual choices.
We also discussed the Australian libertarian political movement, including our own personal involvement and experiences, our views on Argentina's Javier Milei, and gun laws (of course!).
Guests:
Stuart Jeffery - 6 News Reporter and former Australian Liberty Network contributor
Bruce 'Centristozzy' - West Aussie anarchist and former Australian Liberty Network contributor

Monday Nov 20, 2023


I'm joined by Australia's libertarian politician in the New South Wales Parliament and my former Senate running mate, the Hon. John Ruddick MLC, to talk about the new libertarian President of Argentina!
From Peronism to anarcho-capitalism, President Javier Milei has shown just how far the pendulum can swing if a principled libertarian and popular candidate with appealing messaging can succeed: but how did Argentina get here?
As one of Australia's leading libertarians, J.R. is known for his impressive knowledge of history along with his understanding of political philosophy.  We discussed Argentina's political history and what comes next, along with how J.R is using his time in the NSW Parliament to further liberty in Australia, including his Free Speech Amendment to the NSW Constitution.
Guests:
John Ruddick - Member of the NSW Legislative Council representing the Liberal Democrats (Libertarian Party)

Monday Nov 13, 2023

I'm joined by the head of Australia's Firearm Owners United organization for a live chat about outrageous government proposals targeting law-abiding Western Australians who participate in legitimate shooting and hunting activities.
The proposals, outlined in a discussion paper put out for public feedback, include plans to limit the number of firearms lawful people own; will bring in dob-in-a-mate laws; and will see mental health and physical attributes as reasons to deny someone a firearms licence.
The proposals also include the ability for the Police to confiscate firearms or deny a person from using or owning one based on our views, opinion or attitudes!
Guests:
Michael Wood - President of Firearm Owners United

Sunday Nov 05, 2023

I'm joined by two mates and formidable forces from the Australian liberty movement, who share their unique perspective on the Israel-Palestine conflict from their own personal and family connections!
We also discuss governments controlling the narrative, including the Australian Governments push to become the arbiter of truth; this would give governments the ability to label any dissenting or disapproving voices as fake news!
Guests: Maya Tesa - Independent Libertarian & Parental Rights Advocate
Daniel Lewkovitz - Security Expert Commentator & Political Candidate

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