Cancel Culture, Cost-Of-Living & the Coronation
This week on Q+A… 30 years after Irvine Welsh's incendiary debut, Trainspotting, electrified the literary world and announced him as the voice of a generation – what has changed for those living on life's fringes?
Back then, we were living in the American century – which has unravelled over the past three decades. Was Welsh's vision not dystopian enough? And have the poorest paid the biggest price in a world that is ever more divided?
As the federal budget looms, with households hurting and no end in sight to the cost-of-living crisis, how much help will the government deliver to those who are most in need?
It appears a universal JobSeeker boost is off the table, but we're being assured there will be some relief for struggling Australians. Will it be enough to make a difference to their lives?
Meanwhile, a new King is being crowned – so will Charles' ascension inspire a renewed republican fervour? Or will the coronation draw people further towards the monarchy?
Joining Stan Grant on the panel live from Sydney:
Irvine Welsh, Playwright, and author
Nova Peris, Republican, Olympian and former politician
Andrew Leigh, Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury.
Jacqui Lambie, Independent Senator for Tasmania
Caroline Di Russo, Lawyer and President of the WA Liberal Party
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