Australia is at a crossroads. The cultural and political landscape is shifting rapidly, and the question we must ask is not just what’s happening, but what are we going to do about it? In this compelling episode of How to Save Australia, I sat down with South Australian Senator Leah Blythe to unpack the challenges facing our nation and the urgent need for principled leadership. What emerged was a powerful conversation about truth, courage, and the role of faith in public life.
Senator Blythe is a breath of fresh air in a political climate often dominated by poll-driven platitudes and ideological cowardice. Her unapologetic Christian worldview is not just a personal conviction—it’s a lens through which she views public policy, justice, and the future of our nation. As she rightly pointed out, being a representative doesn’t mean reflecting every opinion under the sun. It means bringing your best ideas, research, and moral compass to the table, and advocating for what is good, true, and beautiful.
We discussed the dangerous rise of cultural Marxism and its hostility toward Christianity, truth, and freedom. The Senator acknowledged the pressure politicians face to conform, to avoid controversy, and to appease the loudest voices. But she also made it clear: Australia needs leaders who will stand firm, not bend with the breeze. The time for statesmanship is now.
Education was a recurring theme. Senator Blythe expressed deep concern over the ideological indoctrination happening in our schools, where children are taught what to think rather than how to think. From climate alarmism to gender theory, the curriculum is increasingly shaped by bureaucrats pushing agendas rather than facts. This erosion of critical thinking is not just an educational issue—it’s a threat to our democracy.
We also tackled the moral crisis of abortion, particularly the obscenity of late-term procedures. Senator Blythe affirmed the scientific truth that human life begins at conception, and lamented the dehumanisation of unborn children in our laws and culture. The conversation turned to the urgent need to defund elective abortions, a campaign that every Australian of conscience should support.
But this episode wasn’t just about identifying problems—it was a rallying cry for action. Senator Blythe urged Australians to get involved: join a political party, engage in policy discussions, and vote with conviction. She reminded us that government is not the solution to every problem—in many cases, it’s the cause. Real change starts from the ground up, with everyday Australians who are willing to stand for truth and challenge the status quo.
If you’re tired of the sugar hits and empty promises, if you believe in the values that built this great nation, then now is the time to act. Don’t wait for someone else to fix it. Be the change. Join a party, speak up, and vote like a Christian—motivated by love of neighbour and a commitment to justice, mercy, and righteousness.
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The Church And State Show, recorded 01OCT25, hosted by Dave Pellowe with special guest Sen Leah Blyth. To be part of the live online audience during recording, subscribe now at DavePellowe.com/follow.
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Dave Pellowe is a Christian political educator & writer who gives priority of philosophy to God’s Word. He founded Church And State ministries in 2016, which has grown to include annual teaching conferences in Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart and regional Australia by invitation.
Specialising in what God says about complex ethical and social issues, Dave Pellowe is a sought after guest speaker at churches, Christian schools, TV, radio and podcast interviews and other secular and Christian forums where love of Truth and nonpartisan thinking are valued. [more]
