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Can AI get smarter while using less power? On this episode of the Red Leaf Podcast, John Athanasiou speaks with BrainChip (BRN) CEO Sean Hehir about taking AI out of the data centre and onto everyday devices. We explore the technology, the path from licensing deals to royalties, what Sequora brings to the business, and the milestones investors should watch next. A big thank you to Bennett’s Lane,...

What can AI spot at a supermarket checkout that people miss—and how valuable could that be to retailers around the world? Today on the Red Leaf Podcast, we’re joined by Joel Rappolt, CEO of RocketBoots, listed on the ASX under code ROC. RocketBoots uses AI to analyse video, helping retailers detect losses and make smarter decisions in their stores. Now, a major global rollout—with a contract worth...

Is the Turnaround Finally Here? | Australian Vintage CEO Tom Dusseldorp Australian Vintage (AVG) has endured a difficult few years — but are we finally seeing the beginning of a turnaround? Following the company's latest results, Red Leaf Securities CEO John Athanasiou sits down with Australian Vintage CEO Tom Dusseldorp to discuss what has changed, whether the worst is behind the business, and wh...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Securities Podcast. Today we're joined by Christopher Clark, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of RocketDNA (ASX: RKT), a company rapidly evolving from a commercial drone operator into a technology business focused on software, automation and AI-driven data solutions for the global mining industry. RocketDNA has delivered consecutive quarters of positive operati...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Securities Podcast. I'm John Athanasiou, CEO of Red Leaf Securities. Today we're joined by Mohan Jesudason, Managing Director of X2M Connect Limited (ASX: X2M), a company that has undergone a significant transformation from a smart city technology provider to an emerging AI infrastructure business. With artificial intelligence driving unprecedented demand for high-quality d...

Inside DXN Ltd’s 100%+ AI Surge | Shalini Lagrutta When DXN Limited announced its recent AI data centre contract, shares didn't just climb - they exploded intraday by several hundred percent. But what happens after the initial smoke clears? In this episode of the Red Leaf Securities Podcast, we sit down with Shalini Lagrutta (CEO & Managing Director at DXN Limited) to ask the hard questions ev...

Today on the Red Leaf Podcast, we’re joined by Brendan Malone CEO of Raiz Investment (RZI). Raiz Investment is one of Australia’s best-known digital wealth platforms, starting out as a simple micro-investing app built around round-ups and evolving into a much broader investment ecosystem. Today, it manages over $2 billion in funds under management and serves more than 300,000 active customers. We’...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Securities podcast. Today we’re joined by Dr Stuart Gunzburg, CSO and Executive Director of EVE Health Group. Stuart sits at the intersection of science, clinical development, and capital markets, helping guide EVE’s strategy as it targets large, patent-expiry pharmaceutical markets through reformulated therapies and telehealth-enabled distribution. In this conversation, we...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Securities Podcast. In this episode we’re joined by Tom Wickenden, Investment Strategist at BetaShares, to discuss the BetaShares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF, which tracks the S&P/ASX All Technology Index and provides exposure to Australia’s leading ASX-listed technology companies. We discuss what an ETF is, how investors use them to gain exposure to sectors l...

Welcome back to another episode of The Red Leaf Podcast — where we dive deep into the stories behind Australia’s most dynamic companies and the leaders shaping their futures. I’m your host, and today we’ve got a special guest joining us to unpack one of the most intriguing biotech names on the ASX. Jason Hine is the Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Bioxyne Limited, listed on the A...

Welcome to the first Red Leaf Securities Podcast of 2026, and we’re kicking off the year with a major name in the global medicinal cannabis industry. Joining us today is Paul Long, CEO of Little Green Pharma (ASX:LGP) — a company that has firmly positioned itself as one of the leading pure-play medicinal cannabis producers globally. Little Green Pharma has been at the forefront of industry consoli...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Podcast. I’m John Athanasiou. Today, I’m speaking with Josh Simons, the CEO of Vinyl Group, a company at the intersection of music, media, and technology. Vinyl has built a unique ecosystem combining premium media brands like Rolling Stone and Variety with tech platforms such as Vampr, Jaxsta, and Vinyl.com. Together, these divisions reach millions of fans and creators worl...

Today, we’re diving into the cutting-edge world of cybersecurity and cloud technology with Danny Maher, CEO of FirstWave Cloud Technology (ASX: FCT). FirstWave is helping thousands of organisations worldwide—big and small—protect their networks and manage complex IT systems. They’ve even got NASA on their client list! In this episode, we’ll explore FirstWave’s growth plans, how they’re unlocking v...

Today on the Red Leaf Securities Podcast, we’re joined by Richard White, Founder and Executive Chair of WiseTech, along with Zubin Appoo, who has been selected as the company’s new CEO. In this episode, we’ll dive into WiseTech’s FY25 results, discuss the leadership transition, and explore the company’s latest acquisition. Richard, Zubin, it’s great to have you both on the show! Become a supporter...

Welcome to the Red Leaf Securities Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Richard White, Founder and Chair of WiseTech Global Ltd (WTC), to discuss his investment in Vinyl Group Ltd (VNL) – the only music media and technology company listed on the ASX. If you’re curious about why Richard has become the largest shareholder in Vinyl Group, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Richard, it’s...

Today on the Red Leaf Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Demetrios Christou, the Interim CEO of DigitalX Limited, an Australian digital investment manager focused on Bitcoin and innovative digital assets. Demetrios stepped into the CEO role in March 2025, after serving as DigitalX’s General Manager of Finance, bringing extensive experience in corporate finance and digital asset strategy. Under his...

Today on the podcast, we're joined by Daniel Lai, the CEO and founder of Archtis Limited—an Australian cybersecurity company helping governments and enterprises protect and share their most sensitive information. With a deep background in both public sector IT and tech innovation, Daniel has led Archtis from its Canberra roots to an international footprint. We’ll be talking strategy, security, and...

Welcome to the Excite Technology Services (ASX:EXT) investor presentation. Today we’re joined by CEO Bryan Saba to explore how Excite — a specialist in cybersecurity and digital forensics — is building a strong presence across government, defence, and critical infrastructure. We’ll discuss their strategic pivot toward organic growth, the expansion of the Nangu Tactical Centre, and how the company...

Welcome to the latest Red Leaf Securities podcast — where we speak with the leaders shaping Australia’s next generation of listed companies. Today, we’re joined by Yoav Amitai, CEO of Elsight (ASX:ELS), a company pioneering secure, real-time connectivity for autonomous systems and mission-critical operations. Their flagship solution, Halo, is quickly becoming the connectivity backbone for drones,...

Welcome back to the Red Leaf Securities Podcast. We’re speaking with Brad Valiukas, Executive Director of Kaiser Reef Limited — ASX code KAU. Brad is a highly experienced mining executive with over 20 years in the industry, leading operations and development across some of Australia's most prominent gold assets. Kaiser Reef has been making headlines with its high-grade gold operations in Victoria,...

Welcome, everyone, to a special edition of the podcast. Normally, we focus on interviewing CEOs of ASX-listed companies, but given the current market turbulence, we wanted to bring in a guest with deep insights into global trade and diplomacy. Over the past week, Trump’s so-called 'Liberation Day' tariffs have sent shockwaves through global markets, rattling investors and forcing world leaders to...

Today, we’re joined by Stephen Kowal, CEO of Atturra Limited (ASX: ATA) — a rapidly growing IT services and consulting firm that’s making waves in digital transformation. Under Stephen’s leadership, Atturra has expanded both organically and through strategic acquisitions, including its recent move into the US market. In this conversation, we’ll dive into Atturra’s core business, its approach to ac...

Welcome back to the Red Leaf Podcast! Today, we’re exploring the future of AI-powered communications with a company making serious moves in the space. Joining us is Paul Ostergaard, the CEO of Norwood Systems (ASX:NOR) — a leader in AI-driven voice and messaging solutions. Norwood has been gaining attention for its cutting-edge technology and, most recently, for its exciting deal with Optus, which...

Joining me today is Anoushka Gungadin, CEO of HeraMed Limited (ASX: HMD), a company at the forefront of digital healthcare innovation. HeraMed is making waves in the remote pregnancy monitoring space, and with its recent partnership announcement with Garmin, there’s significant potential upside for the company. We'll be diving into what this collaboration means, HMD’s broader growth strategy, and...

Joining me today is a true veteran of the Australian investment landscape—Robert Millner, Chairman of Washington H. Soul Pattinson (SOL). Robert has played a key role in shaping one of Australia’s most successful and diversified investment houses, overseeing long-term wealth creation across industries ranging from resources and telecommunications to property and pharmaceuticals. I’m thrilled to ha...