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Tuesday 4 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy slows as RBA meets Westpac profit falls Libs in crisis over climate Optus faces Senate inquiry Hardest working jobs Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, five smart ideas for using your tax refund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX climbs DroneShield’s mysterious contract Australia Post brings in Bain Auction market quiets for Cup week Hanson, Rinehart and Trump’s Gatsby party Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch - the last day of the promotion is today!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 3 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. House prices accelerate Tech titans surge Coalition’s climate crisis Newspoll hammers Libs Aussie hotels on world’s best list Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, five smart ideas for using your tax refund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 This week, shares in Domino's shot up after a report that Bain considering a bid for the struggling pizza company. Domino's denied the report - but the column that printed it has a reputation for accurate reporting. Sean Aylmer worked for many years as a business journalist, including at The Australian Financial Review. He reveals what goes on behind the scenes, and how companies use the media for their own purposes.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook.Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description:  This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX flat ANZ flags $1.1 billion profit hit Liberals soften stance on net zero ResMed expands US manufacturing Prince Andrew stripped of royal titles Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch - the last day of the promotion is today!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 31 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. James Hardie chair dumped Trump meets Xi Coles outpaces Woolies Bunnings, Kmart warn on aggression Nvidia cracks $US5tr Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, five smart ideas for using your tax refund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Retailers dumped Senate battle MinRes surges Corporate update US rate cut Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 30 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Inflation hits rate cut hopes Apple, Microsoft pass $US4tr Woolworths sales disappoint Govt under fire over social housing Social media’s creative bans   Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, five smart ideas for using your tax refund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX down 1pc on CPI shock Woolworths sales grow Morrison reignites net zero debate Cbus fined $23.5 million Hurricane Melissa heads for Cuba Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 29 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. WiseTech offices raided Inflation figures to influence rates call Domino’s takeover speculation Insurance broker AUB’s $4b bid Gates’ climate change rethink Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, five smart ideas for using your tax refund. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Huge moves on ASX Federal politics wrap Two killed in Cobar mine explosion Amazon to cut 30,000 jobs Hurricane Melissa hits Category 5 Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 28 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ACCC sues Microsoft over pricing Test case for young workers PM meets leaders in Malaysia US carrier loses two aircraft in 30 mins Red crab creep begins Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, “I should be further ahead by now”: tackling the comparison trap. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Market climbs Microsoft faces legal action Auctions ease Copper near record high Putin unveils new nuclear missile Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 27 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Small business outlook improves Government negotiates environmental legislation  Louvre suspects arrested Super balances jump Qantas upgrades its inflight menus Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, “I should be further ahead by now”: tackling the comparison trap. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remote working was a necessity during the pandemic, and since then, more people have embraced either working from home, or a hybrid arrangement. But what if you want to go completely remote - and work from the other side of the world?Sean Aylmer worked from a village in the south of France for six weeks. He talks with his Fear & Greed colleagues Michael Thompson and Adam Lang about what worked and what didn't.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson and the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook.Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX dips for the day but up for the week Defence faces landmark class action RBA chief warns on housing, payments and quantum threat Former ANZ boss defends trader’s sacking Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 24 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. BHP’s US-China balancing act RBA downplays mining boom Aldi sales surge Super Retail feels shareholder wrath NZ wild weather Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, “I should be further ahead by now”: tackling the comparison trap. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX flat AGM season Hastie defends Rudd White House demolition Russia sanctions Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 23 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Gold prices tumble Macquarie mulls dumping options House prices soar ChatGPT takes on Google Chrome Louvre theft uninsured Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, “I should be further ahead by now”: tackling the comparison trap. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Market slumps 0.7pc Gold shock Sigma surges Rex rescue deal Trump–Putin talks collapse Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 22 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ASX hits high on Trump-Albo deal Energy transition speeds up $1m property markets Apple hits record Peanut allergy developments Join our free daily newsletter here for your chance to win Fear & Greed merch! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, “I should be further ahead by now”: tackling the comparison trap. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Market hits high Rudd apologises New Super Retail CEO China encounter Amazon outage Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 21 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Albo-Trump meeting Big spending independents didn’t win seats Warning over mis-labelled sunscreens Space debris lands in WA Louvre jewel theft Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, 10 supermarket tricks to save $100 on groceries. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Markets Albanese lands in Washington Iron ore alliance talk US buyer for Rex Airlines Cargo jet crashes in Hong Kong Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 20 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. China and AUKUS top Albo-Trump meeting Crackdown on tobacco sales Australians gets richer Large protests against US President ChatGPT to allow erotic content Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, 10 supermarket tricks to save $100 on groceries. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Picture this: you've got a colleague who's talking about you behind your back. Maybe they've stolen a client from you, or going out of their way to make your job difficult. Do you confront them? Complain to the boss? Report them to HR? Quit?Michael Thompson talks to Fear & Greed's Adam Lang - who is also a CEO and executive coach - about the best way to resolve workplace conflict.Fear & Greed Q+A: Join the team as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more. If you have your own question, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Join our free daily newsletter here.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Thompson and Adam Lang go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX drops Rate cut hopes grow Wayne Swan to step down as Labor president Trump cools on Tomahawk push Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley dies Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 17 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Unemployment surges RBA governor’s warning Macquarie’s $60b deal Crypto ATM crackdown Chocolate prices to fall Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, 10 supermarket tricks to save $100 on groceries. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX jumps on jobless news  Mayne Pharma surges Origin casts doubt on wind BHP addresses China rift Trump authorises CIA ops in Venezuela Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 16 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy speed limit tumbles Petrol and diesel shortage warning Gold hits another record AMEX cardholders data risk Green boom under Trump Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, 10 supermarket tricks to save $100 on groceries. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX rallies Comyn to stay at CBA Housing target missed ACCC probes Southern Cross–Seven merger Trump warns Hamas: disarm or be disarmed Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 15 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Gold, silver, iron ore surge RBA cautious on rate cuts Australia to make missiles Supermarket price war brewing Taylor Swift’s record breaking week Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, 10 supermarket tricks to save $100 on groceries. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Miners surge Politicians’ phone numbers leaked online Virgin limits carry-on luggage Nine Radio rebounds Trump visits Israel Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 14 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Superannuation tax backflip Hamas releases hostages ANZ’s strategic shift Treasury Wines struggles in China Running app Strava eyes Wall St  Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, can buying an EV save you money? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. Markets Chalmers softens super tax plan ANZ boss announces overhaul Govt to meet social media execs Israel / Hamas hostage release begins Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 13 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. RBA happy with economy Bitcoin’s record sell-off 5.7m Qantas records on dark web Victoria tackles retail aggression Grange vintage spurs local sales Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The last seven days has been quite incredible in asset markets. We have Wall Street and the ASX200 trading near a record level, gold and Bitcoin and even Pokemon cards hitting an all-time high. But is it a bubble or not? Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang talk through the consequences of what's going on in the world of assets at the moment. The information in this episode is general in nature, and doesn’t take into account your own circumstances. You should do your own research and seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX drops PM calls for calm Cyber hack confusion ANZ penalty Gaza cease fire Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 10 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang. ALP mull super changes Gaza peace deal Aussie unis climb rankings Trump’s polling numbers slide Value of Pokemon cards hits a record high Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX jumps Gaza peace deal BHP-China talks HECS debt cuts Aussie Nobel Prize Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 9 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang. QANTAS cyber-attack Gold pushes through $US4,000/oz Chinese car sales boom Bad news for renters Tesla’s cheaper EVs Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX flat Gold hits $US4,000 an ounce Aust-Singapore deal NDIS fraud Dolly Parton’s health fears Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday 8 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang. Albo under fire over triple-zero Gold and Bitcoin soar Consumer sentiment tumbles goat meat exports jump Nobel Prize week gets going Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX drops Albanese, Ley on Hamas PM invite Glittering gold APRA warning Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 7 October 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Adam Lang. Gold soars to record PM calls for calmer debate ASIC slams super funds over valuation practices NRL beats AFL in TV battle Warren Buffet is back buying companies Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, four ways to start investing immediately. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes. ASX flat Wells warning Gold merger Shooting arrest Everest hikers trapped Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.