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Saturday, 24 October 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, with a fresh take on all the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his view on the week's business news, including: The biggest story The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar) The most remarkable story Sean's favourite story Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Friday 23 October 2020 The head of Australia Post stood down over gifts of Cartier watches to senior managers. Also today: Crown Resorts AGM proves to be a fiery affair, with boardroom changes on the way More than 8,000 workers dob in their bosses over JobKeeper payments And is renewable energy everything that it’s cracked up to be? Plus an interview with Jamie Cook, co-founder of the Stone & Wood Brewing Company, about the craft beer market.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Jamie Cook, co-founder of craft beer company Stone & Wood.  They talk about how the company was developed, how they market the product, the growth of the craft beer market in Australia, and what makes the perfect beer.  They also discuss what happens when a founder of a successful company wants to step back from the day-to-day operations.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 22 October 2020 One of Australia’s biggest investors shifts money away from shares into cash, highlighting the uncertainty in financial markets. Also today: Victoria could reopen as soon as next week after more good COVID news The former chair of Crown Resorts faces legal action And mixed results from retailers across the country Plus an interview with Don Meij, CEO of Domino’s Pizza, about why his company has done so well during the pandemic.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Don Meij, CEO of Domino's, about the company's incredible expansion, including huge growth in key international markets.  They also look at the other reasons behind the company's share price more than doubling since the market's bottom in March.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 21 October 2020 Westpac does a deal with Afterpay which could change the way banks operate in Australia. Also today: The United States government sues Google over its market power Australia’s highest paid public servants revealed And plenty of corporate news from BHP, Crown Resorts, Tabcorp, Cochlear and Origin Energy among others Plus an interview with ANZ senior economist Cherelle Murphy about women in economics and finance.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Cherelle Murphy, ANZ Senior Economist and Chair of the ACT Committee of the Women in Economics Network, about female financial literacy.  In particular, they discuss the importance of beginning early in financial education and resetting traditional attitudes to managing and talking about money. Cherelle recently wrote an ANZ Bluenotes article “Female financial literacy, participation needed in crisis”.   Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 20 October 2020 Crown Resorts is under investigation by anti-money laundering authorities about transactions out of its Melbourne casino and its clientele, sending its share price tumbling. Also today: Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews facing scathing criticism over lockdown Commonwealth Bank boss upbeat about the property market And why Australia’s oil and gas companies need to go green Plus an interview with Ben Willee from Spinach advertising agency about the world of media.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 20 October 2020 Sean Aylmer speaks to Ben Willee, General Manager and Media Director of Spinach advertising agency, about the latest advertising industry data and competition between the TV networks on both programming and data.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Monday 19 October 2020 Two weeks out from the United States election and President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus and constant attacks on his opponents look like being his undoing. Also today: Victoria eases some restrictions as COVID-19 cases tumble The top end of the property market experiences a sharp fall And RM Williams comes back into Aussie ownership Plus an interview with EY chief economist Jo Masters about tax reform. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to EY Chief Economist Jo Masters about the state of the economy, including consumer spending, employment, and the role that state governments need to play in the economic recovery.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 October 2020 Sean Aylmer speaks to Mark Mentha, co-founder of KordaMentha.  They discuss Mark's career, including some of the famous restructings that Mark has been involved in, and look at the impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on businesses in coming months.  Mark shares his 10 commandments for starting a business and his advice for a successful career.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 17 October 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his take on the week's business news, including: The biggest story The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar) The most remarkable story Sean's favourite story Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank has set the scene for more monetary policy easing as the number of jobs across the country tumbles.  Also today: Curfews introduced across Europe as COVID-19 numbers soar Virgin Australia’s chief executive resigns And why Australia’s richest person just got richer Plus an interview with Chad Carey, co-founder of Chimu Adventures, about running a travel company during the pandemic. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Chad Carey, co-founder of Chimu Adventures.  They discuss the state of the travel industry, and how a company that specialises in adventures in South America and Antarctica has handled the COVID-19 pandemic.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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BHP warns that the global economic outlook is still very uncertain as miners face up to environmental and cultural challenges.  Also today: NSW records a jump in community coronavirus cases. Its AGM season and companies report positive outlooks. And why consumer sentiment has soared. Plus an interview with Mark Mentha, co-founder of KordaMentha, about prospects for Australian businesses. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Mark Mentha, co-founder of KordaMentha, about his career, some of the famous restructurings he's done, and his take on the challenges facing businesses in coming months.   The full 35 minute interview with Mark Mentha will be available this Sunday as the Fear and Greed Sunday Feature Interview.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Telstra’s 1.2 million shareholders get a pleasant dividend surprise, as the struggling telco works to win back the favour of investors. Also today: The next decade in energy to be all about solar, and coal will be the biggest loser Commonwealth Bank narrowly avoids a vote against the pay of its bosses And NSW and Victoria start talking about easing COVID-19 restrictions Plus ANZ senior commodity strategist Daniel Hynes gives a crash course on everything you’ve ever wanted to know about oil.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks with ANZ Senior Commodity Strategist Daniel Hynes about oil - everything from who the main exporters are, to the difference between the terms 'Brent Crude' and 'West Texas Intermediate'.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is under pressure to quit over a relationship with a disgraced MP, while Victoria’s top bureaucrat resigns over the hotel quarantine fiasco. Also today: New global rules set to force multi-nationals to pay their fair share of tax A $2.8 billion takeover bid on the local share market And home owners and small businesses start shifting off loan holidays, back onto repayment schedules Plus an interview with Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of The Demographics Group, about the higher education sector.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of The Demographics Group, about higher education.  They discuss who's going to university, who's funding the sector now that international students can't get it, and what needs to change to drive jobs growth in Australia.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Reserve Bank provides a sobering reminder of the state of the Australian economy, warning that the next six months will make or break the recovery.  Also today: Donald Trump falls further behind in the polls just three weeks out from the Presidential election Australia’s biggest gold extractor to invest heavily to grow its flagship mine  And National Australia Bank in trouble over international money transfers Plus an interview with Commonwealth Bank chief economist Stephen Halmarick about how local consumers are travelling.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday October 12, 2020 This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Sean Aylmer and Stephen Koukoulas look at the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week.  It's a big week, with the Federal Budget being handed down, and the Reserve Bank board meeting.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Stephen Halmarick, Chief Economist at the Commonwealth Bank, about the state of the economy, consumer spending and business investment.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Sunday Feature Interview, Adam Lang speaks to Andrea Marlan, National Manager of Solutions and Consulting Services at Drake International.  They discuss new research showing four out of five workers are struggling during COVID-19, and the importance of wellbeing in the workplace.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 10 October 2020 This is Fear and Greed's Weekend Edition, helping you to catch up on the big stories of the week.  Sean Aylmer gives his take on the week's business news, including: The biggest story The unsung story (the one trying to fly under the radar) The most remarkable story Sean's favourite story Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Market Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets and economy today, in just a few minutes.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Packer concedes he may have to sell down his holding of Crown Resorts, as the inquiry into the gaming company airs plenty of dirty laundry.  Also today: Labor provides an alternate budget, targeting women and blue collar workers.  NSW records more COVID-19 cases than Victoria, for the first time in four months. And one of Australia’s best known tourist attractions named as the third best place in the world to visit. Plus an interview with Darren Rudd, the chief executive of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents, about the state of the travel industry.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Darren Rudd, CEO of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents, about the current state of the industry.  The travel industry has been severely impacted by COVID-19, and those effects are set to continue with international borders not expected to reopen for more than a year. Follow or subscribe to Fear and Greed, the business podcast that sets you up for a successful day.  It's entirely free, and can be access on any platform: Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, TuneInFind out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Federal Budget gets a thumbs up from community and business groups, and Labor says it will support legislation to help households and businesses. Also today: Billionaire James Packer doesn’t hold back in his appearance before a gaming inquiry The pay packet of the bosses of energy giant AGL gets rejected by shareholders And Adore Beauty’s owners, who founded the business in a garage in Melbourne, make $46 million as the company lists on the ASX Plus an interview with Anson Parker, Head of Product for Australia’s first neobank, Up.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Anson Parker, Head of Product at Australia's first neobank, Up.  They discuss how a neobank differs from a traditional bank, and how the big four banks are responding to the rise of online-only entities like Up.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Federal Government has outlined a big spending budget, with tax relief for low and middle income earners and a record budget deficit. Also today: The Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold but hints they could go lower A rare appearance from billionaire James Packer at a gaming licence inquiry And a mega merger in the gold mining sector Plus an interview with economist Stephen Koukoulas for his take on last night’s budget.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to economist Stephen Koukoulas for a wrap of the Federal Budget - from the big-picture projections to the specific measures that will affect individuals and businesses. You can find Stephen at thekouk.com.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wall Street and the local share market rally as President Donald Trump appears in public for the first time in four days, and ahead of tonight’s big spending Budget.  Also today: Good coronavirus news locally as the push to open state borders gains momentum BHP to hire 3,500 apprentices And the wild ride of drug company Mesoblast Plus an interview with ABC’s 7:30 chief political reporter Laura Tingle about the politics of the Budget.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Laura Tingle, Chief Political Correspondent for ABC's 7.30, about the politics of the Federal Budget.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump’s diagnosis triggers uncertainty in financial markets.  Also today: Tax cuts to be brought forward and backdated in tomorrow night’s budget Crown Casino and its management under fire over its relationship withJames Packer And get set for an online Christmas as retailers ramp up their digital offerings Plus an interview with AMP senior economist Diana Mousina about the state of the global economy. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.