<p>A group of independent politicians — including multiple 'teals' — say they're exploring the idea of forming a new political party. With one poll now suggesting One Nation could become the federal opposition, how would another alternative rock the major parties?</p><p>And Australian activists on the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla have returned home after being detained by Israel. A Melbourne student who was among them opens up about her experience. </p><p>Plus, we find out why more and more young people are getting around birdwatching.</p><p>Listen now:</p><p>01:13 - Flotilla activists return home </p><p>08:57 - What happens if independents form a party?</p><p>18:11 - Birdwatching's comeback </p><p>Guests: </p><ul><li>Kos Samaras, director of strategy and analysis, Redbridge Group</li><li>Gemma O'Toole, activist</li><li>Sean Dooley, senior advisor, Birdlife Australia</li></ul><p>Note: this podcast features audio supplied from the Atlas of Living Australia.</p><p>Get the whole story from hack:</p><ul><li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/triplejhack/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@triplejhack">TikTok</a></li><li>Subscribe to the hack podcast</li><li>Listen on the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/app">triple j app</a> or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm</li></ul>