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Sean Aylmer speaks to Sue Cato AM, partner at corporate communications firm Cato & Clive.  They discuss the major communications challenges facing companies today, and how Sue helps her clients to navigate crises.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.

Monday 12 April 2021 Share markets in North America, Europe and Asia hit records, or near records, last week, but can the surge continue?  Also today: After taking an Easter break, the housing market booms once again. More bad news from the government about the COVID-19  vaccine rollout in Australia. And the number of financial advisers in Australia tumbles. Plus an interview with Brenton Charnley, Head of Australia for TrueLayer, about Open Banking and how it could change how we all think about our money.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 discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Brenton Charnley, Head of Australia for UK open banking provider TrueLayer.  They discuss what open banking is, how it will change transactions and accounts for consumers, and when Australia will have full access to the benefits of the system.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Lang speaks to Grant Wardell-Johnson, Lead Tax Partner at the KPMG Economics and Tax Centre, about a proposal by KPMG and the Business Council of Australia to overhaul paid parental leave.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 3 April 2021  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.

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Friday 9 April 2021  The federal government will recast its COVID-19 vaccination rollout after safety concerns around the AstraZeneca jab.  Also today: Global tax laws could be revamped, and that’s good for Australia. New rules for sexual predators in the workplace. And the business of buying thoroughbreds is booming again. Plus an interview with Tom Caska, former Qantas pilot and founder of drone group Aerologix, otherwise known as the uber of drones.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Tom Caska, co-founder and CEO of Aerologix, about the company that's been described as 'Uber for drones'.  They discuss Aerologix's growth, the accident that forced Tom to leave his job as an airline pilot, and where drones will be in 5-10 years time.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 8 April 2021 The local share market hit a 13-month high yesterday, erasing almost all the losses from the COVID-19 downturn.  Also today: The number of billionaires around the globe surge, despite the 2020 economic recession. Aussie exporters recover from the bans and tariffs imposed by China. And new car sales spike but electric vehicles remain a very small part of the market.  Plus an interview with Jarden Australia Chief Economist Carlos Cacho about the incredible housing market in Australia.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Carlos Cacho, Chief Economist at Jarden Australia, about the housing market - why it's so hot, and what action is available to authorities if it becomes overheated.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 7 April 2021  Interest rates are on hold but the Reserve Bank is keeping a very close watch on the booming housing market. Also today: Quarantine-free travel between Australia and New Zealand to re-commence in a fortnight. The former boss of Aussie Post hits out at the PM and her former chairman.  And James Packer indicates a willingness to sell his stake in Crown Resorts. Plus an interview with Graham ‘Skroo’ Turner, co-founder and Global Managing Director of the Flight Centre Travel Group, about the state of the travel and tourism sector.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Graham 'Skroo' Turner, co-founder and Global Managing Director of Flight Centre Travel Group, about the NZ travel bubble, the challenges with states frequently closing borders, and the position of the Flight Centre business a year after the pandemic began,Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 6 April 2021  COVID-19 cases around the world accelerate as new waves of different variants overrun some economies. Also today: The federal government warns on a minimum wage increase. A travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand could be announced as early as today. And Wall Street surges to new record highs Plus an interview with Brian Hartzer, former CEO of Westpac about life running a major bank and the lessons he’s learnt.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to former Westpac CEO Brian Hartzer about his time running major companies, and the principles of leadership he has now turned into a book The Leadership Star.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 5 April 2021  The Defence Minister tries to calm fears about Australia’s relationship with China, but reminds the world that the US is our number one ally. Also today: A massive data breach at Facebook involving 500 million users.. AstraZeneca jabs will continue despite a man falling ill with blood clots after receiving the vaccine. And why $11 million is shredded – literally ripped up – every day. Plus an extended interview with Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of Stockspot, with a guide to some of the basics of investing on the share market.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Fear and Greed - The Week Ahead, where Adam Lang and Stephen Koukoulas discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Lang speaks to Ian James, former Managing Director and now Senior Consultant at Mushroom Music Publishing, for an inside look at the music industry - how music recording and publishing has evolved over the years and how this has changed the business itself.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 3 April 2021  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.

Thursday 1 April 2021  The big banks and Telstra led the share market higher during the March quarter, and the tech stocks tanked.  Also today: Home prices and building approvals soar in further signs of strength in the economy. The federal and state governments get into a brawl over the vaccine roll-out.  And details of the biggest IPO of the year are finally released. Plus an interview with Chris Uhlmann, political editor of Nine News about the predicament the Prime Minister finds himself in.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Chris Uhlmann, Political Editor for the Nine Network, about how the Prime Minister has handled the first three months of 2021. As work continues on the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, the Government is dealing with a crisis over gender equality and the safety of women. How has Scott Morrison fared so far this year?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.

Wednesday 31 March 2021 The latest COVID outbreak in Queensland triggers lockdowns, border closures and economic uncertainty across the country.  Also today: Energy giant AGL to split in two as it grapples with environmental concerns. The number of jobs in the economy pushes back above pre-pandemic levels. And why Telstra’s the hottest stock of the large companies at the moment. Plus an interview with Conal Hanna from Streem media monitoring service about what’s making news, and what’s not.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Conal Hanna from Streem about the big stories so far this year. They also look at the difference in media coverage of the New Zealand travel bubble on different sides of the ditch, as well as which of Australia's billionaires have made the most headlines over the past 12 months. Streem is a sponsor of Fear and Greed.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.

Tuesday 30 March 2021 The banking regulator warns that changes to superannuation rules could boost the already hot housing market.  Also today: Prime Minister Scott Morrison announces a major reshuffle of his front bench. States start closing their borders to Brisbane after another four new community cases of COVID-19. And Tabcorp’s board puts the whole business under review. Plus an interview with Kate Morris, co-founder of Adore Beauty, about listing on the ASX and the thriving e-commerce market in Australia.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Kate Morris, founder of Adore Beauty, about the incredible business she started with James Height in a garage two decades ago. Kate takes Sean into the world of online retail, as well the IPO process and what the future holds for Adore Beauty.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.

Monday 29 March 2021  A record weekend for the housing market across the country triggers warnings that borrowers are getting in too deep. Also today: The Morrison government is thrown further into turmoil after a back bencher is forced to quit over taking lewd photos. JobKeeper ends but what does it mean for the economy. And guess how many beer varieties Dan Murphy’s stocks? Plus an interview with Matthew Kidman, Principal at Centennial Asset Management, about investing in smaller companies, and he’s got some very strong views on buying into the latest market darling, Airtasker.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 discuss the major events, reports and releases that provide insight into the economy this week (with a look back at the events of last week too).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Matthew Kidman, Principal at Centennial Asset Management, about the recent run of listings on the ASX - what to look for and what to avoid. In particular they discuss the listing of Airtasker, and Matthew names some other stocks he's been watching.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fear and Greed's Adam Lang speaks to Andrew Hunter, CEO of CPA Australia, about how Australian small businesses urgently need to embrace digital transformation.  They look at the results of the Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey, which reveals we are lagging behind regional neighbours in technology and innovation.  But it's not too late.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday, 27 March 2021  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.

Friday 26 March 2021  The Chief Executive Officer of AMP is expected to resign with investors now wondering what next for the financial services giant. Also today: The federal budget gets a $23 billion boost. China ups the ante, criticising Australia’s human rights record. And the biggest jump in wealth in more than a decade. One guess why.  Plus an interview with Simon Crowe, founder of Grill’d, about how he turned around chocolatier Koko Black.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Simon Crowe, founder of the Grill'd burger chain, about luxury chocolatier Koko Black.  As they head into the busiest time of year for a chocolate maker, Simon talks how he turned the brand around after buying Koko Black out of administration.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.

Wednesday 24 March 2021  The federal Treasury warns of a rough ride ahead for the labour market as the $93 billion JobKeeper program ends. Also today: The Prime Minister prepares to reshuffle his cabinet, with Attorney-General Christian Porter set to lose his job. Premier Investments doubles its profit but won’t repay government subsidies. And Westpac considers selling its 160-year old NZ subsidiary. Plus an interview with Paul Bennett from MEGT about apprenticeships and traineeships in Australia.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Paul Bennett, General Manager of ANP (Apprenticeship Network Provider) at MEGT, about the support and subsidies available for apprenticeships.  They discuss how apprentices have fared throughout the pandemic, and whether there is enough training underway to avoid a skills shortage in the future.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.

Wednesday 24 March 2021  The floods in NSW and south-east Queensland have triggered a crisis that could cost as much as $2 billion.  Also today: The Prime Minister tries to salvage the government’s reputation over the treatment of women.  James Packer says he will follow the lead of the Crown board, in response to the $8 billion bid for the gaming group.  And one of the year’s most anticipated floats finally hits the ASX. Plus an interview with Marnie Baker, Managing Director of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Marnie Baker, Managing Director of the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Group. They talk about the history of the group, its very strong recent results, and the role of the bank (and the broader sector) in acting as a shock absorber for the economy during the pandemic.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.

Tuesday 23 March 2021  Telstra will split itself into four parts in an attempt to simplify the telco giant, and boost its value.  Also today: Crown Resorts confirms an $8 billion bid from private equity group Blackstone.  Floods in NSW hit insurers as thousands evacuated. And Freedom Foods hits the bourse again after a nine-month suspension and promptly falls 91 per cent. Plus an interview with Michael Sentonas, Chief Technology Officer at CrowdStrike, about the countries posing a cyber threat to Australia.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer speaks to Michael Sentonas, Chief Technology Officer at CrowdStrike, about the 2021 CrowdStrike Global Threat Report. In particular, they look at the risk to the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, and the countries that are targeting Australia with cyber attacks (and the reasons why).Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.