The Clear Signal with Steve Visscher

25/04/2025

Series 2 - Episode 2 (Show 22)

Election 2025 - Why No One's Listening

📢 Why Are Australia's Political Parties Struggling to Communicate?

🎙️ In this episode of The Clear Signal, Steve Visscher is joined by media analyst Nic Hayes to unpack why this election feels so flat — and why major parties are ignoring podcasts, YouTube, and modern media platforms.

🤔 Are politicians afraid of open dialogue?
📉 Is Peter Dutton losing the media war?
🧠 How is Daniel Andrews helping Albanese sharpen his message?

Tune in for sharp insights on what’s working — and what’s not — in this year’s federal campaign.

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24/04/2025

🗳️ Election 2025: Are Politicians Failing at Communication?
🎙️ The Clear Signal host Steve Visscher teams up with media analyst Nic Hayes (Media Stable) to break down why this federal election feels so flat.

👉 Is the ALP coasting on better messaging?
👉 Why can’t Peter Dutton connect with voters?
👉 And why are political parties ignoring podcasts, YouTube & independent media?

As American campaigns go full throttle on long-form content, Australia’s parties seem stuck in the past — all slogans, no substance. Like him or loathe him, it seems that with Daniel Andrews advising Albanese, the ALP's media game looks sharper than ever.

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Election 2025: Are Australia's Political Parties Failing at Communication?In this episode of The Clear Signal, host Steve Visscher is joined by media analyst...

24/04/2025

Enjoying the new studio layout, as you can tell!

A new Clear Signal edition goes live later today, analysing the media strategies of Australia's political parties during the election campaign so far. Which side is doing it right? Which side could use some work?

Nic Hayes from Media Stable is back with us for a great conversation.

15/04/2025

Flashback to one of the most impactful interviews from series 1, where I spoke to world record holder and inspirational keynote speaker Ryan Campbell. Ryan's message of resilience and focus on the things that make you smile is one that resonates, particularly in today's challenging world.

We also caught up with RSPCA Victoria's Nadia Peiris to discuss the joys and rewards of responsible pet adoption - something that also makes you smile!

Listen back via our new YouTube channel, or on your favourite podcast platform

From World Record Pilot to Resilience Advocate | The Clear Signal with Steve Visscher – Episode 10In this inspiring episode of The Clear Signal, Steve Vissch...

12/04/2025

A big welcome to those of you who are new here!

The Clear Signal podcast library is now also on the YouTube channel, for those who prefer this method, along with all the usual podcast platforms.

The Clear Signal is a podcast that offers high-quality, engaging content from a broad spectrum of topics. We tell stories about fascinating people and the ev...

06/04/2025

John Kiriakou has spent a lifetime at the highest levels of the US intelligence and counter-terrorism community. In this excerpt from episode 21 of The Clear Signal with Steve Visscher, he discusses the levels of cooperation between Australia's equivalent agency, ASIS and other Five Eyes partners, the historical disconnect between the CIA & FBI and how that played out on 9/11, and beyond.

Catch the full interview in episode 21 of The Clear Signal

03/04/2025

Episode 21 with former CIA officer John Kiriakou

Catch the full episode wherever you get your favourite podcasts

03/04/2025

A slight change of direction for 2025. Read about it here:

02/04/2025

The first edition of the new Clear Signal series is now live, featuring an interview with former CIA intelligence officer John Kiriakou

John was recruited into the CIA in the late 1980's and worked in many overseas postings in a career spanning 14 years. From Greece to Afghanistan and many other places besides, it was his role heading an operation in Pakistan to capture high ranking al-Qaeda leader Abu Zubuydah that would bring him to prominence, and would have an impact on his life which was in equal parts profound and unexpected.

In 2007, Kiriakou made the decision to publicly expose the CIA's use of "enhanced interrogation techniques" on Zubuydah, calling into question their legality. It was a decision which would eventually lead to him being imprisioned for more than two years.

Upon his release, John embarked on careers in business and journalism, and regularly appears on television, radio and podcasts analysing world events and talking about his exploits in the clandestine world.

In this edition, we discuss the recent US elections, Donald Trump's first months back in-office, and how Australia's intelligence services are regarded by their US counterparts. We look back to 9/11 and forward to the growing influence of China in the Asia Pacific region, and we touch on some of John's exploits during his long career...and beyond.

17/03/2025

Show 20 - Podcast Edition

Technology with Trevor Long and Motoring with John Cadogan

This is the final, re-cut podcast edition from the 2024 radio series. Be sure to subscribe for free on your podcatcher of choice, and hey, a nice review would be greatly appreciated!

Tomorrow morning sees the first recording session for the second series of the show, in a dedicated podcast format, and my first guest is someone with a back-story that is absolutely mind-blowing. We'll have that out to you as soon as possible.

In the meantime, I hope you enjoy looking back at this edition

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02/03/2025

Show 19 - Podcast Edition

Recorded November, 2024 featuring media analyst Nic Hayes and business marketing consultant Nicole O'Sullivan.

We take a look at recent trends in journalism, media and the growing shift away from traditional platforms, and then we dive into the psychology behind marketing and advertising.

A great edition of The Clear Signal with two wonderful guests.

Just one more edition to convert to this format, then work begins on Series 2.

Podcast Episode · The Clear Signal with Steve Visscher (Podcast Edition) · 03/01/2025 · 51m

30/01/2025

Show 17 is now available as a podcast. Recorded November 2024, we spoke to Irene Jones from Travelglobe about fun destinations and how travel agents are still the best way to ensure a perfect experience, and to defence journalist Grant McHerron from Australian Defence Magazine about recruiting issues, new technology and the politics that always goes hand-in-hand with the sector.

Find us on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favourite podcast app!

Podcast Episode · The Clear Signal with Steve Visscher (Podcast Edition) · 01/29/2025 · 52m

05/01/2025

The Clear Signal is now available as a podcast! All 20 editions from the 2024 series are progressively being modified for this format and will be available wherever you get your favourite shows.

The first seven editions (14 interviews) are available now on Apple Podcasts. Subscribe free and stay tuned for more...

News Commentary Podcast · 7 Episodes · Updated Twice Weekly

25/11/2024

Has the media landscape experienced an upheaval in the wake of the recent US election? And has what was once known as "new media" now evolved to become simply "the media"?

I caught up with Nic Hayes from Media Stable for a look at some of these outcomes and how traditional media outlets need to adapt

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16/11/2024

We stream the iconic sounds 24/7 of Queen, ABBA, Village People, Kiss, Sherbet and the Eagles from the 70s; Michael Jackson, Springsteen, Madonna, Stevie Wonder, and a trio of Billy’s (Joel, Idol & Ocean) from the decade simply known as “the 80s”; and the unmistakeable sounds from the 90s – ...

13/11/2024

Following up on last week’s great chat on travel, this week we’re catching up with Cal from Pointy End Secrets for some great tips on maximising your frequent flyer points.

Are these schemes often confusing? What would you like to know about them?

Make sure you check out Cal’s channel on YouTube, and be sure to tune in this Saturday!

Frequent Flyer Basics, Flight Reviews and Travel Hacks to have you in the Pointy End for the price of the Back of the Plane.

09/11/2024

Show 17, segment 1 - This week’s chat with Irene Jones from Travelglobe

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