Waleed and Scott are two of ABC radio’s intellectuals.  Doubtless, they’d correct me to say they are ‘the’ two intellectuals at the national broadcaster. Let’s be frank — they are two of Australia’s most cherished public intellectuals.

Of course, I speak of Waleed Aly (no introduction required) and Scott Stephens, the editor of the ABC Religion and Ethics website and frequent commentator on both.

I mean, what could be more fascinating that a couple of middle-aged male egos tossing around the really weighty issues of the day?

Together, these two command the taxpayer-funded microphone on Wednesdays at 11.30