The Late Debate

The Late Debate | 8 October

The Late Debate

Show Notes

Chris Minns tells Sydneysiders to get used to seeing police armed with rifles patrolling the streets as the terrorism threat increases. Plus, a woman dumps her boyfriend after he gets a flight upgrade and leaves he behind in economy class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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