The ‘messy couple’ that was the Coalition

<p>It&rsquo;s the on-again, off-again political drama that has turned Australian politics into something resembling a soap opera.&nbsp;</p> <p>For the second time in a year, the Liberal and National parties have split, rendering the coalition dead &ndash; again.&nbsp;</p> <p>The break-up has once again thrown Sussan Ley&rsquo;s leadership under the bus, shattered the opposition&rsquo;s ability to challenge the government &ndash; and underscored deeper pressures from an ascendant One Nation.&nbsp;</p> <p>Today, contributing editor of <em>The New Daily</em> Amy Remeikis, on the break-up, the fallout, and the ex sitting on the sidelines who can&rsquo;t get enough of the spectacle.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Contributing editor of <em>The New Daily</em> Amy Remeikis</p> <p><strong>Photo:&nbsp;</strong>AAP Image/Lukas Coch</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>