For some months, comedian Sami Shah has maintained a fierce vendetta against the state of Queensland… until now. And that’s not the only deeply-held view this freshly-vaccinated comedian is about to reverse. Also, counterinsurgency expert Dr David Kilcullen explains how the Taliban won – a 30-minute version of that interview can be found in a special episode that’s also out today. Plus, Charles ponders gourmet takeaway, and it’s Review Reading Friday.