Work with Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly brings clarity, bite, and humour to politics and culture. He cuts through jargon and spin to say what others dodge—with a style that's sharp, satirical, and built for a wide audience.

The Spectator, Times of Israel, Australian Jewish News, The Mercury

Books: Information Cultures in the Digital Age (2016); Knowledge, Reading and Culture (2026)

• Turnaround: Op-eds 48–72 hrs | Features 1–2 weeks
• Beats: Politics, current affairs, culture, entertainment, sport, digital
• Location: Based in Australia, writing for international audiences

"Kelly's Verdict"

Hard-hitting analysis of the day's political developments. Direct, no-nonsense commentary on Canberra's failures and wins.

Format: Monologue opener, panel debate, viewer/listener questions

"The Kelly Report"

Accountability-focused program examining government spending, policy failures, and bureaucratic waste.

Format: Investigative segments with live interviews holding ministers and officials to account

"Common Sense with Matthew Kelly"

Voice of mainstream Australia challenging out-of-touch elites. Takes on policy failures, economic mismanagement, and cultural excess.

Approach: Opinionated but substantive—sharp without being gratuitous

"Kelly & Co."

Extended conversations with political figures, business leaders, and controversial voices. Probing without being performatively combative.

"The National Interest"

Deep analysis of defence, foreign policy, and national security. Expert examination of Australia's strategic positioning, AUKUS, and regional threats.

• Opinion-driven commentary grounded in research
• Challenges conventional wisdom across the political spectrum
• Connects policy abstraction to real-world consequences
• Sharp rhetoric that provokes thought, not just reaction
• Comfortable in confrontational interviews and debate formats

Available for: Regular columns, panel appearances, guest hosting, podcast features, radio spots, speaking engagements

Suitable for: News networks, current affairs programs, digital platforms, talk radio, podcast networks

Contact: mkelly@matthewkelly.com.au