If you’ve been following the local news over the past few days, you’re well aware that former Australian Idol host James Mathison has announced his intention to challenge former Prime Minister of Australia Tony Abbott for the seat of Warringah.

The TV presenter and now independent political candidate is confident he can beat the veteran politician by attacking him from the left flank, campaigning on issues such as marriage equality and childcare, where Abbott was famously lacking during his tenure as PM.

He’s already managed to gain quite a bit of traction online and the sentiment seems to be equal parts people who would ironically vote for the former host of Australian Idol and those who genuinely support Mathison and his political platform.

Of course, that platform is still a little unclear at this point. Sure, we love James because he’s a familiar face, seems to genuinely care about people (unlike Abbott), and posts Rage Against the Machine lyrics on Facebook, but what are his specific policies?

Well, he’s about to clear all of that up. Mathison will appear on triple j’s Hack at 5.30pm today to discuss his policies, his plans, and whether this is all “just a publicity stunt” with host Tom Tilley. Make sure you tune in.

Former Australian Idol host James Mathison has announced his candidacy in Warringah – against former PM Tony Abbott 😮 But what are his policies? What's his plan? Is this all just a publicity stunt? Join us at 5:30 on @triple_j as @tilleytom asks the big questions to James Mathison. 👊

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