This week, Victorian political correspondent  Sumeyya Ilanbey sits down with Victorian premier Ben Carroll, just a few months after he took the top job from Jacinta Allan. They discuss the many issues facing the state, including work from home laws, the crime rate, the suburban rail loop project and more.

This podcast is sponsored by Ripple

You can watch the video at afr.com or on the AFR app.

This week, Victorian political correspondent &nbsp;Sumeyya Ilanbey sits down with Victorian premier Ben Carroll, just a few months after he took the top job from Jacinta Allan. They discuss the many issues facing the state, including work from home laws, the crime rate, the suburban rail loop project and more.
This podcast is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>
You can watch the video at<a href="http://afr.com"> afr.com</a> or on the AFR app.

AFR Interviews: Ben Carroll

On this week's episode BOSS editor Sally Patten chats to Stefan Vermeulen, the local CEO of Nespresso. Vermeulen  shares how to develop your unique, and authentic leadership style by collecting leadership traits, learning from mentors and stealing ideas from anywhere.

This podcast was sponsored by Ripple.

Further reading:

‘One of the worst markets I’ve seen’: Property CEO fears job cuts


Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it’s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.

How elite performers stay sharp, according to Rob Coombe

The high-profile executive chairman of Generation Life understands how to get to the top and stay there

On this week's episode <a href="https://www.afr.com/boss">BOSS</a> editor Sally Patten chats to Stefan Vermeulen, the local CEO of Nespresso. Vermeulen&nbsp; shares how to develop your unique, and authentic leadership style by collecting leadership traits, learning from mentors and stealing ideas from anywhere.
This podcast was sponsored by <a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>.
Further reading:
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/one-of-the-worst-markets-i-ve-seen-property-ceo-fears-job-cuts-20260922-p60ymv?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">&lsquo;One of the worst markets I&rsquo;ve seen&rsquo;: Property CEO fears job cuts</a> 
Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it&rsquo;s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/how-to-get-ahead-of-the-pack-according-to-this-high-profile-exec-20261006-p611tq?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">How elite performers stay sharp, according to Rob Coombe</a>
The high-profile executive chairman of Generation Life understands how to get to the top and stay there

How this CEO has created his own personal board of advisers

This week, Chanticleer columnist James Thomson and companies editor Anne Hyland examine how the $44 billion float of Firmus went bad, they look at how the removal of those debit and credit surcharges turned into a farce and they put on their berets for a look at France’s bond market bonfire.

This podcast is sponsored by Stripe

To ask a question, email chanticleer@afr.com 

Further reading:
Firmus farce is a tale of hubris and arrogance
Team Firmus seemed sure its true believers would make its IPO a walk in the park. Turns out it was the sceptics who really mattered.
France just set the bond market on fire again
Fears that the country’s debt crisis could spread across global markets are getting more real. And there are no easy solutions.
AI sudden debt wobbles arrive at wrong time for Firmus
As the data centre operator scrambles to shut the books on its IPO, investors have again been reminded of the sheer scale of debt that is fuelling the AI boom.

This week, Chanticleer columnist James Thomson and companies editor Anne Hyland examine how the $44 billion float of Firmus went bad, they look at how the removal of those debit and credit surcharges turned into a farce and they put on their berets for a look at France&rsquo;s bond market bonfire.
This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://stripe.com/au?utm_campaign=APAC_AU_EN_Google_Google_Search_Brand_Stripe_EXA-22370438132&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_content=741310679462&amp;utm_term=stripe&amp;utm_matchtype=e&amp;utm_adposition=&amp;utm_device=c&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22370438132&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADKNRO6rX9LRRi6oKNAQq79YAbu_Y&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwteTUBhD4ARIsAEYjs3rIL7iKX9g4hscOegutvNVAmHjIwwhSn8lQHWAN5C5_WeOcE9w740QaAgkBEALw_wcB">Stripe</a>
To ask a question, email <a href="mailto:chanticleer@afr.com">chanticleer@afr.com&nbsp;</a>
Further reading: <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/firmus-farce-is-a-tale-of-hubris-and-arrogance-20261009-p613tc?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Firmus farce is a tale of hubris and arrogance</a> Team Firmus seemed sure its true believers would make its IPO a walk in the park. Turns out it was the sceptics who really mattered. <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/france-just-set-the-bond-market-on-fire-again-20261008-p613sy?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">France just set the bond market on fire again</a> Fears that the country&rsquo;s debt crisis could spread across global markets are getting more real. And there are no easy solutions. <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/firmus-growth-dream-may-rest-on-645b-debt-quest-20261008-p613n3?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">AI sudden debt wobbles arrive at wrong time for Firmus</a> As the data centre operator scrambles to shut the books on its IPO, investors have again been reminded of the sheer scale of debt that is fuelling the AI boom.

Inside the Firmus fiasco, surcharge ban goes bad & French bond bin fire

This week, senior reporter Greg Bearup and pollster Kos Somaras on how vital migrants have become in the regions, why those towns are voting for One Nation and how new data shows that the shift doesn’t have much to do with immigration.

With additional audio: Nic Walker

This podcast is sponsored by Ripple

Further reading

‘We’ll cut your rent by up to 4k’: Hanson ups the ante on immigration One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has lifted the stakes in the immigration policy wars by releasing modelling showing her policy would save renters between $2000 and $4300 a year.

Taylor’s middle ground on migration might be the safest courseThe Coalition has tried to reconcile two competing interests: how to slash the number of arrivals without hurting the economy.

Voters turn on Albanese and Chalmers as economic concerns bite The latest The Australian Financial Review/RedBridge Group/Accent Research poll also shows economic management is starting to resonate with voters, jumping 7 percentage points in a month as an issue of concern to sit just outside the top five.

This week, senior reporter Greg Bearup and pollster Kos Somaras on how vital migrants have become in the regions, why those towns are voting for One Nation and how new data shows that the shift doesn&rsquo;t have much to do with immigration.
With additional audio: Nic Walker
This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>
Further reading
<a href="https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/we-ll-cut-your-rent-by-up-to-4k-hanson-ups-the-ante-on-immigration-20261007-p613bw?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">&lsquo;We&rsquo;ll cut your rent by up to 4k&rsquo;: Hanson ups the ante on immigration</a> One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has lifted the stakes in the immigration policy wars by releasing modelling showing her policy would save renters between $2000 and $4300 a year.
<a href="https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/taylor-s-middle-ground-on-migration-might-be-the-safest-course-20261006-p6139h?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Taylor&rsquo;s middle ground on migration might be the safest course</a> The Coalition has tried to reconcile two competing interests: how to slash the number of arrivals without hurting the economy.
<a href="https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/voters-turn-on-albanese-and-chalmers-as-economic-concerns-bite-20261004-p612n5?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Voters turn on Albanese and Chalmers as economic concerns bite</a> The latest The Australian Financial Review/RedBridge Group/Accent Research poll also shows economic management is starting to resonate with voters, jumping 7 percentage points in a month as an issue of concern to sit just outside the top five.

Migrants keep this town running. Why it's voting for One Nation

This week, Victorian political correspondent  Sumeyya Ilanbey sits down with Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson, one year after she took over the top job. They discuss the many issues facing the state, including state debt, seizing the moment politically and, if successful, what comes next for Victoria.

 This podcast is sponsored by Ripple

You can watch the video at afr.com or on the AFR app.

This week, Victorian political correspondent &nbsp;Sumeyya Ilanbey sits down with Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson, one year after she took over the top job. They discuss the many issues facing the state, including state debt, seizing the moment politically and, if successful, what comes next for Victoria.
&nbsp;This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>
You can watch the video at<a href="http://afr.com"> afr.com</a> or on the AFR app.

AFR Interviews: Jess Wilson 

Rob Coombe, executive chairman Generation Life, planned his career moves meticulously and made sure not to trample on colleagues to climb the corporate ladder. Now Coombe is at the top of the corporate tree, he has tools and habits to help him stay there.         

On this week's episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten joins Coombe to discuss creating a high performance culture, how to survive it, and why EQ is so important for leaders.

This podcast was sponsored by Ripple.

Further reading:

What makes this CEO drop everything in the middle of a meeting

Natalie Culina, boss of iconic hat manufacturer Akubra, talks children, imposter syndrome, branding and what not to do when you are tapping new export markets.

‘One of the worst markets I’ve seen’: Property CEO fears job cuts


Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it’s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.

Rob Coombe, executive chairman Generation Life, planned his career moves meticulously and made sure not to trample on colleagues to climb the corporate ladder. Now Coombe is at the top of the corporate tree, he has tools and habits to help him stay there.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
On this week's episode,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.afr.com/boss">BOSS</a> editor Sally Patten joins Coombe to discuss creating a high performance culture, how to survive it, and why EQ is so important for leaders.
This podcast was sponsored by <a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>.
Further reading:
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/the-one-reason-this-ceo-will-interrupt-a-meeting-20260929-p610k3?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">What makes this CEO drop everything in the middle of a meeting</a>
Natalie Culina, boss of iconic hat manufacturer Akubra, talks children, imposter syndrome, branding and what not to do when you are tapping new export markets.
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/one-of-the-worst-markets-i-ve-seen-property-ceo-fears-job-cuts-20260922-p60ymv?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">&lsquo;One of the worst markets I&rsquo;ve seen&rsquo;: Property CEO fears job cuts</a> 
Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it&rsquo;s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.

This top exec knows how to get ahead of the pack, and stay there.

This week, Chanticleer columnists James Thomson and Anthony Macdonald explain why the RBA’s latest rate hike is even scarier that it looks, they ask whether Australia’s private credit sector is in such a mess, and reveal why the debate around Australia’s $50 billion float prospect Firmus is only getting hotter.. 

This podcast is sponsored by Stripe

To ask a question, email chanticleer@afr.com

Further reading:
Two pension giants just put Australia on notice. That’s scary
Our buy-and-hold-forever dreams are shattered – and it’s time to wake up to what’s really going on.
The gulf between Firmus believers and naysayers keeps getting bigger
The neocloud is rapidly heading towards the Australian sharemarket, and outsiders want to know which insiders are locked in – and which are free to sell.
The market’s betting AI will outrun bond yields, Fed rate hikes
We’re in a dangerous twilight zone where the cost of money doesn’t matter.

This week, Chanticleer columnists James Thomson and Anthony Macdonald explain why the RBA&rsquo;s latest rate hike is even scarier that it looks, they ask whether Australia&rsquo;s private credit sector is in such a mess, and reveal why the debate around Australia&rsquo;s $50 billion float prospect Firmus is only getting hotter..&nbsp;
This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://stripe.com/au?utm_campaign=APAC_AU_EN_Google_Google_Search_Brand_Stripe_EXA-22370438132&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_content=741310679462&amp;utm_term=stripe&amp;utm_matchtype=e&amp;utm_adposition=&amp;utm_device=c&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22370438132&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADKNRO6rX9LRRi6oKNAQq79YAbu_Y&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwteTUBhD4ARIsAEYjs3rIL7iKX9g4hscOegutvNVAmHjIwwhSn8lQHWAN5C5_WeOcE9w740QaAgkBEALw_wcB">Stripe</a>
To ask a question, email <a href="mailto:chanticleer@afr.com">chanticleer@afr.com</a>
Further reading: <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/why-two-pension-giants-just-put-australia-on-notice-20261001-p611yd?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Two pension giants just put Australia on notice. That&rsquo;s scary</a> Our buy-and-hold-forever dreams are shattered &ndash; and it&rsquo;s time to wake up to what&rsquo;s really going on. <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/the-gulf-between-firmus-believers-and-naysayers-keeps-getting-bigger-20260930-p6119c?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">The gulf between Firmus believers and naysayers keeps getting bigger</a> The neocloud is rapidly heading towards the Australian sharemarket, and outsiders want to know which insiders are locked in &ndash; and which are free to sell. <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/the-market-s-betting-ai-will-outrun-bond-yields-fed-rate-hikes-20260928-p610yy?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">The market&rsquo;s betting AI will outrun bond yields, Fed rate hikes</a> We&rsquo;re in a dangerous twilight zone where the cost of money doesn&rsquo;t matter.

Rate hike underlines our scary problems, $44b moment for Firmus & private credit’s house of cards

This week, senior reporter Myriam Robin on the story of a mega landlord and what it tells us about the vibe in the housing market – between renters and Australia’s two million landlords.

This podcast is sponsored by Ripple

Further reading:
This 34-year-old owns over 200 properties. Now his tenants are unionising
Australia was built on the dream of owning property. But as that compact unravels, Eddie Dilleen’s clash with a militant renters union exposes a growing fault line.
Why 6.5pc is the benchmark for new residential property investors
The changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have made rental returns more important than ever. Here are 37 suburbs that are throwing up opportunities.
Investors are still buying, as this $950,000 inner-Sydney sale shows
We speak to the team behind last week’s most intriguing property sale.

This week, senior reporter Myriam Robin on the story of a mega landlord and what it tells us about the vibe in the housing market &ndash; between renters and Australia&rsquo;s two million landlords.
This podcast is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>
Further reading: <a href="https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/this-34-year-old-owns-over-200-properties-renters-are-fighting-back-20260817-p60p1t?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">This 34-year-old owns over 200 properties. Now his tenants are unionising</a> Australia was built on the dream of owning property. But as that compact unravels, Eddie Dilleen&rsquo;s clash with a militant renters union exposes a growing fault line. <a href="https://www.afr.com/wealth/personal-finance/37-suburbs-where-property-investing-might-still-be-profitable-20260922-p60xf2?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Why 6.5pc is the benchmark for new residential property investors</a> The changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have made rental returns more important than ever. Here are 37 suburbs that are throwing up opportunities. <a href="https://www.afr.com/property/residential/investors-are-still-buying-as-this-950-000-inner-sydney-sale-shows-20260928-p61090?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=the_fin&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Investors are still buying, as this $950,000 inner-Sydney sale shows</a> We speak to the team behind last week&rsquo;s most intriguing property sale.

What a 200-property landlord reveals about the housing market

Akubra chief executive Natalie Culina has over 20 years working with some of the most recognised and iconic Australian brands.

When managing imposter syndrome she says that "you cannot forget that you have to master a skill in something, have to have a black belt in something. And that's something that you can always reach down into your core to draw upon". When she did, it faded away.

On this week's episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Culina to find out who is in her inner circle, how she overcame imposter syndrome and the one reason she will interrupt a meeting.

This podcast was sponsored by Ripple.

Further reading:

‘One of the worst markets I’ve seen’: Property CEO fears job cuts


Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it’s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.

What this top lawyer wishes he had done early in his career

Sam Nickless, chief executive of Gilbert +Tobin, says young lawyers and executives have more control over their time than they think.

Akubra chief executive Natalie Culina has over 20 years working with some of the most recognised and iconic Australian brands.
When managing imposter syndrome she says that "you cannot forget that you have to master a skill in something, have to have a black belt in something. And that's something that you can always reach down into your core to draw upon". When she did, it faded away.
On this week's episode, <a href="https://www.afr.com/boss">BOSS</a> editor Sally Patten sits down with Culina to find out who is in her inner circle, how she overcame imposter syndrome and the one reason she will interrupt a meeting.
This podcast was sponsored by <a href="https://ripple.com/">Ripple</a>.
Further reading:
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/one-of-the-worst-markets-i-ve-seen-property-ceo-fears-job-cuts-20260922-p60ymv?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">&lsquo;One of the worst markets I&rsquo;ve seen&rsquo;: Property CEO fears job cuts</a> 
Jellis Craig head Andrew McCann reveals what it&rsquo;s like inside the real estate downturn and why agents are having to deliver hard truths to sellers.
<a href="https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/what-this-top-lawyer-wishes-he-had-done-early-in-his-career-20260914-p60x7n?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=15_minutes_with_the_boss&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">What this top lawyer wishes he had done early in his career</a>
Sam Nickless, chief executive of Gilbert +Tobin, says young lawyers and executives have more control over their time than they think.

How this CEO shook off imposter syndrome

This week, Chanticleer columnists James Thomson and Anthony Macdonald look at why the next 40 years could be tougher for investors, businesses and policymakers, they take you inside this week’s special chook lunch to learn the secrets of an AI pioneer and they extract the big lessons from Australia’s great AI hack.

This podcast is sponsored by Stripe

To ask a question, email chanticleer@afr.com.

Further reading:
Australia’s OpenAI hack just exposed a threat to the AI bubble
We all think the AI bubble will be popped by debt, overcapacity or a lack of demand. The Aussie hack is a reminder the AI giants have another problem.
Want to really fix Australia? Here are five big ideas
Escaping Australia’s growth trap starts with a simple idea that we just can’t seem to nail.

This week, Chanticleer columnists James Thomson and Anthony Macdonald look at why the next 40 years could be tougher for investors, businesses and policymakers, they take you inside this week&rsquo;s special chook lunch to learn the secrets of an AI pioneer and they extract the big lessons from Australia&rsquo;s great AI hack.
This podcast is sponsored by <a href="https://stripe.com/au?utm_campaign=APAC_AU_EN_Google_Google_Search_Brand_Stripe_EXA-22370438132&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_content=741310679462&amp;utm_term=stripe&amp;utm_matchtype=e&amp;utm_adposition=&amp;utm_device=c&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22370438132&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADKNRO6rX9LRRi6oKNAQq79YAbu_Y&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwteTUBhD4ARIsAEYjs3rIL7iKX9g4hscOegutvNVAmHjIwwhSn8lQHWAN5C5_WeOcE9w740QaAgkBEALw_wcB">Stripe</a>
To ask a question, email <a href="mailto:chanticleer@afr.com">chanticleer@afr.com</a>.
Further reading: <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/australia-s-openai-hack-just-exposed-a-threat-to-the-ai-bubble-20260924-p610au?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Australia&rsquo;s OpenAI hack just exposed a threat to the AI bubble</a> We all think the AI bubble will be popped by debt, overcapacity or a lack of demand. The Aussie hack is a reminder the AI giants have another problem. <a href="https://www.afr.com/chanticleer/want-to-really-fix-australia-here-are-five-big-ideas-20260923-p60zxe?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast_notes&amp;utm_campaign=chanticleer&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=newsroom">Want to really fix Australia? Here are five big ideas</a> Escaping Australia&rsquo;s growth trap starts with a simple idea that we just can&rsquo;t seem to nail.

Australia ageing (dis)gracefully, a diesel disaster looming & AI at the Chook lunch

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