The Good Oil with Scott Phillips

COVID may have done some damage - but how are travel businesses coming back? And how can you capitalise?  Adam Schwab is the co-founder of Luxury Escapes, he's also an angel investor, financial journalist and host of the podcast, From Zero.  Hear him break down his founders story, and walk Scott Phillips through the ups and downs of running a travel business in during covid.  See omnystudio.com/li...

What is the answer to the future of automotive? Is it hydrogen? Electric? Which car should you by right now to ensure you're ready for the changing automotive ecosystem?  These are questions that require planning, both from private and government sectors - so where are we at?  Join host Scott Phillips as he talks to the Senior Manager of Future Mobility at Hyundai, Scott Nargar.  To keep up with S...

Commsec's Chief Economist on potentially higher interest rates, inflation, property prices, petrol prices and what every Aussies should do to prepare.  Craig James is the Chief Economist, CommSec, interpreting ‘big picture’ economic and financial trends for customers, clients and staff.  Hear what he's expecting to come with host, and Chief Investment Officer of the Motley Fool, Scott Phillips.  S...

Artist fees, set up costs, weather insurance and round the clock safety assessments - how are musical festivals really making their cash, and what's the profit margins on big Australian festivals. Greg Donovan is the founder and operator of the world's most remote musical festivals. Birdsville's and Broken Hill's Big Red Bash has hosted legends like Jimmy Barnes, Missy Higgins and Kate Ceberano. ...

Automatic traffic lights, game changing background software and the technology that's set to drive the public transport future in Australia.  Joseph Garrone, System Architect at Tehnika joins host Scott Phillips to offer an insight into how his company helps Aussie public transport function more efficiently, and gets you where you need to go safely and quickly.  This episode was made in partnershi...

What's really causing an increase in Aussie petrol prices? Why the price hike would've happened regardless, and what petrol companies aren't doing to stem the increase in prices.  Andrew Purcell, Executive Chairman of Melbana Energy, an independent oil and gas company unpacks the reality of high petrol prices, what his company is looking to do as the world pivots to renewables, and how his focus i...

Will we ever work from the office again? Are businesses pivoting too aggressively? What do consumers need to know to enable/benefit from flex work?  Martin Creighan is the Managing Director at Citrix Australia, and someone who understands the work and the positioning of a company which specializes in optimisation. Citrix creates technology which enables us to communicate effectively from anyw...

How is angel investing changing in 2022? What can your business do to attract investors? Who's next to receive a big influx of cash?  Co-Founder of Lakehouse Capital, Joe Magyer is in the weeds of investing both in Australia and internationally. The now Austin Texas based investor dives deep into what's next for investors, where he's looking for future growth and how he's learning from the pa...

Birchal was set up to change the game, and help both businesses and customers invest and raise funds. But has it? And what needs to be done to evolve the industry and reinvigorate a post covid marketplace. Matt Vitale is the founder of Birchal, and nationally recognised barbecuer - fun fact.  Head to Birchal.com to get a handle on some of the awesome work they're doing.  See omnystudio.c...

Melbourne's E-Scooter trial is 3-months in, but how is it really going? How has it changed public transport? What are the challenges for Lime? And how are they making money? Lime Australia & New Zealand General Manager Hugo Burt-Morris joins host Scott Phillips to talk how the company pivots in a new economy, what the future of the company holds, and what their partnership to Uber meant for th...

Where are Australian's booming locations? What's driving the market? When should you look to buy?  Unpack the complexity of the Australian property market with Chris Bates from wealthful.com.au. Host Scott Phillips chats to Chris about how he started out as a financial advisor, but after the GFC, he just couldn't see himself working in the industry. So a change came in the form of property, A...

Why did Commsec become the dominant player on the ASX? How are digital platforms pivoting in 2022? And what's on the horizon for smarter investing?  The Motley Fool Money Podcast's Andrew Page joins mate and colleague Scott Phillips to unpack the digital era of investing, and understand Andrew's origins in entrepreneurship.  Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoil...

What are small publishers doing to beat Bezos? How are writers pivoting financially? And what are the economics of a well selling book? Cat Baab-Muguira joins host Scott Phillps to unpack the economy behind book publishing, and talk her fantastic new book 'Poe For Your Problems: Uncommon Advice from History's Least Likely Self-Help Guru'.  Find it at any good book store, or online via Cat's w...

How will trade be affected? Why are Japan, South Korea and China involved? Is Australia prepared for the fallout?  The humanitarian crisis created by the cruel and unnecessary invasion of Ukraine goes far beyond economic impact, and the lives lost and people immediately affected should be a priority focus. To better understand how the situation may impact Australians, Scott Phillips sits down...

What does 2022 have in store for Aussie real estate? Is it best to be a buyer or a seller? How does a post pandemic world impact your property?  Host Scott Phillips unpacks post covid-era real estate with property finance author and COO of BuyersBuyers Pete Wargent.  Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoilpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Why is everyone so excited about blockchain? Are NFTs really a thing? How is it being used beyond crypto?  Scott Phillips chats with CEO of Blockchain Australia Steve Vallas. Steve answers all your burning questions about the new technology.  Follow Steve on twitter @SteveVallas Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoilpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The Airport Economist unpacks the domino effect of China's economic influence, how COVID is affecting markets, and the climate disaster's biggest impact.  Scott Phillips chats with economist Tim Harcourt. Tim explains what he's learned about the world as the Airport Economist, what's changed in politics over the years plus he gives his take on the Three C's. Follow Tim on twitter @TimHarcourt...

Why Australians are more compliant than rebellious, how rapid polling has influenced politics and why it’s still so hard for many politicians to take action on climate change. Scott Phillips chats with social researcher and author Rebecca Huntley.  Follow Rebecca on twitter @RebeccaHuntley2 Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoilpodcast   See omnystudio.com/...

Head of the neighbourhood social network Nextdoor Australia discusses what she learnt from her earlier career in TV production and at Twitter, how social media can foster connection rather than isolation, and why Nextdoor puts kindness at the centre of its business model. Follow Jennie Sager on twitter @thejenspot Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoilpodcast See omnystudi...

Why nib decided to target young people (and succeeded), why status quo in business equals death, and why he believes that private health insurance will always serve an important function in the Australian healthcare system. Scott Phillips chats with Mark Fitzgibbon, CEO of private health insurer nib. Follow Mark on twitter @markfitzgibbon Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goo...

How to think about long term investing in such a changeable environment, what the Australian investing landscape is like at the moment, and why he's so excited by the tech innovation space at the moment. Scott Philips talks to The Motley Fool's Kevin Gandiya. Follow Kevin on twitter @KevinGandiya Follow The Good Oil on instagram, facebook and twitter @goodoilpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Co-founder and Director of long term investing platform Pearler explains why he is proud to call Pearler a 'boring' business, why he approached transitioning into entrepreneurship cautiously, and how he keeps his cool in the face of so many new competitors. Scott Phillips chats with Nick Nicolaides.  Follow Nick on twitter @NickJNicolaides and @pearlerHQ Follow The Good Oil on instagram, face...

Founder of the financial news video streaming platform ausbiz, Kylie explains why free to air television is struggling to complete with online and on demand options, how being a small player amongst big fish has worked in her favour, and how she developed her entrepreneurial streak. Scott Phillips chats with Kylie Merritt, the Founder and Managing Director of Ausbiz.  Follow Kylie on twitter...

How Jeff Bezos has influenced him to always put the customer first, how the Afterpay model could soon revolutionise banking, plus Greg explains why he writes down his favourite leadership principles and quotes every single morning. Scott Phillips chats with Police Bank CEO Greg McKenna, a member-owned bank based in NSW. Follow Greg on twitter @gregorymckenna Follow The Good Oil on instagram, faceb...

Co-founder and director of Adore Beauty, Australia's foremost beauty e-commerce website. Hear how the company continues to hit record sales and growth 20 years on, why Kate decided to list the company on the ASX and why beauty buyers love online shopping even though they can't try anything on. Unpack it all as Scott Phillips chats with Kate Morris.  Follow Kate on instagram @kateadorebeauty F...