In Latte Veritas

“There is no original water.” — Steven

Should Australia retain its links to the Crown or become a republic?

“I think tradition is absolutely fantastic… I love the pomp and ceremony.” — Denise

We discussed gambling in episode 45 back in October but the New South Wales state government has just decided to allow licensed clubs (the centre of the gambling industry in Australia) to develop shopping malls. We talk again about what we think of gambling.

“People have to take responsibility for themselves at some point.” — Sue

Australia is a place where a waitress might ask you what you want for breakfast, mate; or a government office might be managed by “Dave”. Is this too informal?

“You can call me Terry or whatever.” — Terry

“Every decade has an iconic blond like Marilyn Monroe or Princess Diana, and right now I’m that icon.” — Paris Hilton (quoted in Time)

“Paris Hilton doesn’t have beauty or charm, nothing like Princess Diana or Mailyn Monroe.” — Sue