<p>Taxpayer funded ski trips, thousand dollar dinners in Paris and business class flights to New York. Do these expenses pass the pub test? What about the sniff test? </p><p>The thing is Communications and Sports Minister Anika Wells hasn’t racked up the most expenses – in fact, Australian politicians have claimed $1.1 million dollars in the past year. There’s no doubt the job is demanding, but should the expenses rules be reviewed?</p><p>And Queensland Museum has found itself in a bit of a pickle following an investigation into Shell sponsored educational materials that downplay the role of fossil fuels in climate change.</p><p>And after hearing about a drunk raccoon in the United States, Jules wonders whether animals have a taste for fermented beverages too?</p><p>Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. </p><p>We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank">[email protected]</a></p>
