Fred Schebesta is the co-founder of Finder - the comparison website that aims to help people make better decisions. 

Fred started it with a friend back in 2006. It’s now used by millions of people here and around the world - but there’s a fascinating story behind it. 

A story about creativity, passion and drive, success and wealth - and moments where it nearly all came undone.


Michael Thompson sits down with Fred Schebesta for a very candid conversation about success, the risk of failure, and Fred's run-ins with Google and ASIC.

Fred Schebesta is the co-founder of Finder - the comparison website that aims to help people make better decisions.&nbsp;
Fred started it with a friend back in 2006. It&rsquo;s now used by millions of people here and around the world - but there&rsquo;s a fascinating story behind it.&nbsp;
A story about creativity, passion and drive, success and wealth - and moments where it nearly all came undone.
 Michael Thompson sits down with Fred Schebesta for a very candid conversation about success, the risk of failure, and Fred's run-ins with Google and ASIC.

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One On One: Fred Schebesta, founder of Finder.com.au

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Wednesday 28 October 2026

AI giant Anthropic targets wealthy Australian investors after it files its prospectus in what could be the biggest IPO in history. 
Retailer David Jones under pressure after reportedly failing to meet one of its loan conditions
Ten per cent of all deaths in Australia are now due to dementia
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils more changes to capital gains tax rules
The country’s sheep flock falls to its lowest level in a century 

 

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Wednesday 28 October 2026
AI giant Anthropic targets wealthy Australian investors after it files its prospectus in what could be the biggest IPO in history.&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">Retailer David Jones under pressure after reportedly failing to meet one of its loan conditions</li>
<li aria-level="1">Ten per cent of all deaths in Australia are now due to dementia</li>
<li aria-level="1">Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils more changes to capital gains tax rules</li>
<li aria-level="1">The country&rsquo;s sheep flock falls to its lowest level in a century&nbsp;</li>
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Hit follow on the podcast so you don&rsquo;t miss the latest news, and join our free <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup">daily newsletter here</a>.&nbsp;
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And don&rsquo;t miss the latest episode of <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/how-do-they-afford-that-sugar-mamma-canna-campbell/">How Do They Afford That?</a> - where to start with messy money. Get the episode from <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-do-they-afford-that/id1644255235">Apple</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1EW5WRlRh7MovSBNkk6dG8?si=b2203ec2fa934a14">Spotify</a> or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Anthropic $2tr float the ultimate AI test; DJs under pressure; dementia causes 10pc of deaths

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Australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. But despite the challenges, some Australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Auerbach, NAB Group Executive Business & Private Banking, about what's separating successful businesses from those struggling, the growing pressure on cash flow, and why the latest NAB business survey paints such a gloomy picture.

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Australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. But despite the challenges, some Australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas. Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Auerbach, NAB Group Executive Business &amp; Private Banking, about what's separating successful businesses from those struggling, the growing pressure on cash flow, and why the latest NAB business survey paints such a gloomy picture. NAB is a supporter of Fear &amp; Greed

Q+A: Why some Australian businesses are thriving despite the downturn

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