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Sean Aylmer speaks with Anthony Pascoe, Executive Chairman of IWS Australia, a company that allows businesses to outsource their backend administration.  Anthony has had a front-row seat to how many small businesses have handled the COVID-19 crisis, and also talks about the red tape that results in companies like Woolworths underpaying staff. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See om...

Woolworths is experiencing record growth, but its underpayment scandal to staff has just gotten worse. Also today: The fallout from the COVID-19 outbreak in Victoria continues The sexual harassment scandal at the High Court triggers a surge in cases of similar behaviour in the legal profession Apple has spoken. And the world listened. Plus an interview with risk expert Dr Gavriel Schneider about h...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Dr Gavriel Schneider, CEO of the Risk 2 Solutions Group, about the psychology of risk, and how businesses can come through challenging times stronger. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former Justice of the High Court of Australia has been found to have sexually harassed six staff members.  It’s a story with widespread ramifications - the High Court must be the benchmark in upholding standards.  Also today: Nothing will be back to normal for a long time, says the Reserve Bank Governor State Premiers become nervous about the COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne, but t...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Robin Bowerman, Head of Corporate Affairs for Vanguard, who details his four main rules for investing in these turbulent times.  Robin also provides some valuable suggestions for anyone with a self-managed super fund, or who may be considering starting an SMSF. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A surge in COVID-19 cases in Victoria, and 150,000 new cases globally in just 24 hours, has sparked fears of a second wave of coronavirus infections.  Also today: Donald Trump holds his first re-election rally to a smaller than expected crowd The Fair Work Commission delays wage rises for millions of workers And Jetstar offers $19 airfares, but the competition watchdog isn’t happy Plus...

Sean Aylmer speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Cherelle Murphy about unemployment, and what the rest of the year will look like for jobs in Australia. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A record number of Australians have lost their jobs and it’s only going to get worse.  The economy has now lost 835,000 jobs during the COVID-19 crisis, a number which Prime Minister Scott Morrison described as devastating.  Also today: Some university courses are about to get much more expensive One of Australia’s oldest and biggest mining projects is set for a revamp The co...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Sam Wood, owner of 28 By Sam Wood, about the growth of his fitness and nutrition business, his family, and his tips for young entrepreneurs. 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 Federal Government's management of the COVID-19 pandemic, the plans for industrial relations reform, and the role of the National Cabinet in the future. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and Britain start working together on a free trade deal, with hope working visa requirements will be eased.  Meanwhile, it’s state vs state as our domestic borders slowly reopen. Also today: One of the two main bidders for Virgin Australia wins union support The Victorian ALP debacle keeps getting worse And is it the end of an era in plane travel? Plus, an interview with ABC&r...

Today the markets are the main story.  There’s a growing chorus of watchers, including the Reserve Bank, wondering why the Australian stock market has rallied so hard.  Also today: Australia to become more vocal on the world stage The Federal Labor party takes over the Victorian branch And promising figures in the jobs market Plus an interview with Daniel Hynes, Senior Commodity St...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Daniel Hynes, Senior Commodity Strategist at ANZ, about all things gold - the precious metal seen as a safe haven for investors. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business in Australia is up for a tough six months, according to the Prime Minister, and many will fold as government assistance packages are removed and the focus shifts towards investing for growth. Also today: The Labor Party in Victoria is in a world of pain, with a cabinet minister sacked over cash payments. Guess which is the biggest car company in the world? The media versus Facebook and Go...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Chris Richardson, Partner at Deloitte Access Economics, about the importance of tax reform in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.  They also look at the Government's fast-tracking of infrastructure projects, industrial relations reform, and the future role of the National Cabinet.  Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

$72-billion in infrastructure projects will be fast tracked, including the much mooted Brisbane to Melbourne rail link.  The goal? Create 66,000 jobs to stimulate the economy. Also today: Further easings in lockdown restrictions across the country One of the two bidders left in the race for Virgin Australia unveils its plans And drug dispensing in Australia gets a boost Plus, an interview wit...

Sean Aylmer speaks to Diana Mousina, Senior Economist with AMP Capital, about economic recovery, why consumers are so important, and whether the Government has over-stimulated the economy. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fears about the health of the US economy has triggered widespread selling across North American, European and Asian markets overnight, with commodity prices tumbling. Also today: The Australian Tax Office provides a surprise gift to taxpayers. Premiers begin to reopen their states, but fears remain about a second wave of COVID19 infections. And BHP runs into trouble at one of its biggest mines ove...

Sean Aylmer speaks to David Schwarz, aka The Ox - Melbourne Demons legend, businessman and broadcaster about the return of the AFL and the business of sport. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's musical chairs for the global economy - and not everyone can end up with a desk. The global economy will contract by six per cent this year with mass business failures and bankruptcies, according to the OECD. Also today: The US Federal Reserve says it will support the world’s biggest economy at least until 2022 The administrators of Virgin Australia ask for more money And why working li...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Adam Hudson, entrepreneur and co-founder of Reliable Education, about the key to a creating a successful e-commerce business Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is warning of changes to assistance packages as the economy comes back to life but have share markets gone too far? Some will win and some will lose during the recovery - and sometimes the difference will be extreme. Also today:   Bunnings and Officeworks report roaring trades   China tells its students not to come to Australia   And new ways to buy a can of C...

Sean Aylmer speaks with Gai Le Roy, CEO of the Interactive Advertising Bureau Australia, about the huge growth in online advertising in recent years. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has spent $150 billion in handouts, but it looks like it’s about to wind them back.  Also today: Iron ore prices surge and Australia’s big miners are the winners It’s a big week for Holden dealers across the country And we take a look at a company whose share price is up 300 per cent in three months Plus an interview with Centennial Asset Management principal...

The United States economy, and Wall Street, surged over the weekend after strong employment figures, but is it a fool’s paradise? Also today: China tells its citizens not to visit Australia because of an increase in racist attacks How a planned explosion blew up Rio Tinto’s reputation  And an increase in the good and services is tax off the table in any future tax reform Plus an i...