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;
<ul>
<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>
</ul>
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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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This is the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes.


ASX rises as miners, tech stocks rally


Woodside abandons 25-year gas project


Coalition unveils $31 billion in budget cuts


Jacinda Ardern joins Sydney University


Trump offers $1 million voter fraud reward

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ASX rises as miners, tech stocks rally
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Woodside abandons 25-year gas project
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Coalition unveils $31 billion in budget cuts
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Jacinda Ardern joins Sydney University
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Trump offers $1 million voter fraud reward
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Afternoon Report | ASX rises as miners, tech stocks rally

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Tuesday 27 October 2026

Federal parliament returns with tributes to MP Helen Haines, and the opposition saying it will oppose the government’s free trade deal with Europe. 
A bidding war erupts for housing group Ingenia Communities
It’s crunch time for Australia’s $4.8 trillion super system
Even the cost-of-living crisis can’t stop spending for Halloween
A surprise, anti-Trump winner in the Brazilian election

 

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Tuesday 27 October 2026
Federal parliament returns with tributes to MP Helen Haines, and the opposition saying it will oppose the government&rsquo;s free trade deal with Europe.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">A bidding war erupts for housing group Ingenia Communities</li>
<li aria-level="1">It&rsquo;s crunch time for Australia&rsquo;s $4.8 trillion super system</li>
<li aria-level="1">Even the cost-of-living crisis can&rsquo;t stop spending for Halloween</li>
<li aria-level="1">A surprise, anti-Trump winner in the Brazilian election</li>
</ul>
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Haines tributes as pollies return; crunch time for super; Halloween spending

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What does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? And how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running?

In the first episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Lindsay Marchment from The Man Cave, Victorian Change Award Winner, and Clare Lilley from Hobart Exercise Physiology, Tasmanian Change Award Winner.

They discuss the impact of their work, the challenges of funding and growth, how they measure success, and why building the right team and culture matters just as much as the bottom line.

Extraordinary Business Stories is a special four-part Fear & Greed Q+A series brought to you by Telstra. Meet this year's State Winners at telstra.com.au/awards.

What does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? And how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running? In the first episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Lindsay Marchment from The Man Cave, Victorian Change Award Winner, and Clare Lilley from Hobart Exercise Physiology, Tasmanian Change Award Winner. They discuss the impact of their work, the challenges of funding and growth, how they measure success, and why building the right team and culture matters just as much as the bottom line. Extraordinary Business Stories is a special four-part Fear &amp; Greed Q+A series brought to you by Telstra. Meet this year's State Winners at <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://telstra.com.au/awards&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1793443686495548&amp;usg=AOvVaw3sup4LIfdjrYUe5ecXaZJe">telstra.com.au/awards</a>.

Q+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - The business of making a difference

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This is the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes.


ASX edges higher ahead of inflation figures


BlueScope upgrades profit forecast


Jetstar faces refunds class action


Israel says Australia relationship damaged


Musk raises $40 billion for AI chips

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<ol>
<li aria-level="1">
ASX edges higher ahead of inflation figures
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
BlueScope upgrades profit forecast
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
Jetstar faces refunds class action
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
Israel says Australia relationship damaged
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
Musk raises $40 billion for AI chips
</li>
</ol>
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Afternoon Report | ASX edges higher

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Monday 26 October 2026

Financial markets remain on tenterhooks as oil prices surge ahead of inflation figures this week. 
Australians are shifting from big cities to regional areas in near record numbers
Apple’s new foldable iPhone is launched, with mixed reviews
The owner of Thredbo ski village and Event Cinemas hopes upcoming blockbusters can make up for the lack of snow last winter
Barack Obama unloads on the Trump administration

 

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Monday 26 October 2026
Financial markets remain on tenterhooks as oil prices surge ahead of inflation figures this week.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Australians are shifting from big cities to regional areas in near record numbers</li>
<li aria-level="1">Apple&rsquo;s new foldable iPhone is launched, with mixed reviews</li>
<li aria-level="1">The owner of Thredbo ski village and Event Cinemas hopes upcoming blockbusters can make up for the lack of snow last winter</li>
<li aria-level="1">Barack Obama unloads on the Trump administration</li>
</ul>
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Markets nervous as oil surges; Aussies shift to the regions; foldable iPhone lands in Australia

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Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the September CPI figures, why inflation expectations matter, what the unemployment rate tells us about the strength of the labour market, and whether the RBA will raise rates on Melbourne Cup Day.

The Week Ahead with NAB is brought to you by National Australia Bank.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Gareth Spence, Head of Australian Economics at NAB, about the week ahead, including the September CPI figures, why inflation expectations matter, what the unemployment rate tells us about the strength of the labour market, and whether the RBA will raise rates on Melbourne Cup Day. The Week Ahead with NAB is brought to you by <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.nab.com.au/?utm_source%3Dchatgpt.com&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1793357501597876&amp;usg=AOvVaw38_317EKOpfh9viaijHeX7">National Australia Bank</a>.

Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB

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Fear & Greed is proud to share an episode of our sister podcast - How Do They Afford That? - out every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.

Millions of dollars in compensation has been paid out to individuals whose offset accounts weren't properly linked or managed. So how do you check if yours is working? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they delve into offset accounts - how they work, who can use one, and how to make the most of it.

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How to check your offset account is working

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The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week.

This week: whether the AI boom is getting ahead of itself; why takeover activity is suddenly heating up in Australia; whether another interest rate rise is inevitable; a crackdown on noisy passengers; and two very different medical breakthroughs involving ageing brains and baldness.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner. And this week, the result sparks an extraordinary dummy spit.

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The Saturday Edition brings together the serious, the surprising and the slightly ridiculous stories of the week. This week: whether the AI boom is getting ahead of itself; why takeover activity is suddenly heating up in Australia; whether another interest rate rise is inevitable; a crackdown on noisy passengers; and two very different medical breakthroughs involving ageing brains and baldness. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head-to-head, with Adam Lang picking the winner. And this week, the result sparks an extraordinary dummy spit. Join our <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fearandgreed.com.au/newsletter-signup&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1793190223165851&amp;usg=AOvVaw38Y9hlvEHstNBkdhpkc0Pu">free daily newsletter here</a>.

The Saturday Edition | 24 Oct 2026

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FEAR & GREED | Business News

Friday 23 October 2026

AI discovers one of the biggest failings in internet security ever, triggering the shut-down of websites globally. 
The Aussie superannuation system rates as one of the best in the world
Higher interest rates hit home builders and retailers, sending share prices south
Fortescue Metals takes the battle to Chinese iron ore buyers, with implications for the national budget
One of basketball’s best-known teams is set to join Wall Street

 

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Friday 23 October 2026
AI discovers one of the biggest failings in internet security ever, triggering the shut-down of websites globally.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The Aussie superannuation system rates as one of the best in the world</li>
<li aria-level="1">Higher interest rates hit home builders and retailers, sending share prices south</li>
<li aria-level="1">Fortescue Metals takes the battle to Chinese iron ore buyers, with implications for the national budget</li>
<li aria-level="1">One of basketball&rsquo;s best-known teams is set to join Wall Street</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
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AI discovers huge internet flaw; rates hit builders, retailers; basketball meets Wall Street

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The rise of artificial intelligence is creating new cybersecurity risks for businesses. AI agents can access information, interact with systems and carry out tasks on our behalf. But what happens when they access something they shouldn't? And how can businesses protect themselves when threats are moving at machine speed?

Sean Aylmer speaks with Nam Lam, Group Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at SailPoint, about the lessons from the recent Medicare security incident, the growing importance of identity security, and why traditional cybersecurity defences are no longer enough.

SailPoint is a supporter of Fear & Greed.

The rise of artificial intelligence is creating new cybersecurity risks for businesses. AI agents can access information, interact with systems and carry out tasks on our behalf. But what happens when they access something they shouldn't? And how can businesses protect themselves when threats are moving at machine speed? Sean Aylmer speaks with Nam Lam, Group Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.sailpoint.com/en-au?igaag%3D150633273571%26igaat%3D%26igacm%3D19478029859%26igacr%3D729329170219%26igakw%3Dsailpoint%26igamt%3De%26igant%3Dg%26campaignid%3D19478029859%26utm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_network%3Dg%26utm_medium%3Dcpc%26utm_content%3Dapac-apac-anz-sp%26utm_term%3Dsailpoint%26utm_id%3D7012J000001FacP%26gad_source%3D1%26gad_campaignid%3D19478029859%26gbraid%3D0AAAAADyJpawS4A_nCbW20fxOYNoaumXfF%26gclid%3DCjwKCAjwxeHWBhBPEiwAiqtQ-QBF8ti6ksfzMCoo1gKAe-qRb6UxfnlkBSei6SCTfqpfQvbrOtrojBoC29gQAvD_BwE&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1793101330430943&amp;usg=AOvVaw1T-M398mjUHAPI97M_VVPZ">SailPoint</a>, about the lessons from the recent Medicare security incident, the growing importance of identity security, and why traditional cybersecurity defences are no longer enough. SailPoint is a supporter of Fear &amp; Greed.

Q+A: AI is creating a whole new cybersecurity problem

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Australia's superannuation system has become very good at helping people save for retirement. But turning those savings into an income that lasts for decades is a different challenge. Now a new generation of retirement products is promising greater certainty, flexibility and potentially more income.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Ashton Jones, Director of Retirement Innovation at MLC, about the changing retirement landscape, modelling suggesting some retirees could receive up to 60% more income, the trade-offs involved, and why having a retirement plan matters more than ever.

This interview is part of Fear & Greed's weekly series in partnership with MLC Expand.

This is general information only. Always seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

Australia's superannuation system has become very good at helping people save for retirement. But turning those savings into an income that lasts for decades is a different challenge. Now a new generation of retirement products is promising greater certainty, flexibility and potentially more income. Sean Aylmer speaks with Ashton Jones, Director of Retirement Innovation at MLC, about the changing retirement landscape, modelling suggesting some retirees could receive up to 60% more income, the trade-offs involved, and why having a retirement plan matters more than ever. This interview is part of Fear &amp; Greed's weekly series in partnership with MLC Expand. This is general information only. Always seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

Q+A: The next big challenge for Australia's super system

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Australia is at the centre of a growing battle over artificial intelligence and copyright. AI companies want greater freedom to train their models using creative works, but the music industry argues that existing copyright laws are working – and that changing them could undermine artists' livelihoods.

Michael Thompson speaks with Chris Maund, co-CEO of Mushroom Music, about why the industry is resisting changes to copyright law, the AI licensing deals already being signed, and why Australia's decision could have consequences for creators around the world.

Australia is at the centre of a growing battle over artificial intelligence and copyright. AI companies want greater freedom to train their models using creative works, but the music industry argues that existing copyright laws are working &ndash; and that changing them could undermine artists' livelihoods. Michael Thompson speaks with Chris Maund, co-CEO of Mushroom Music, about why the industry is resisting changes to copyright law, the AI licensing deals already being signed, and why Australia's decision could have consequences for creators around the world.

Q+A: Why the music industry is fighting AI giants

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Australia could be facing one of the strongest El Niño events on record, bringing the risk of drought, bushfires and higher food prices. But the economic consequences could extend much further, adding to inflationary pressures at an already difficult time for the economy.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities at HSBC, about the potential impact on agriculture, global food prices, insurance costs and government finances - and why another inflation shock could force the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates again.

Australia could be facing one of the strongest El Ni&ntilde;o events on record, bringing the risk of drought, bushfires and higher food prices. But the economic consequences could extend much further, adding to inflationary pressures at an already difficult time for the economy. Sean Aylmer speaks with Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities at HSBC, about the potential impact on agriculture, global food prices, insurance costs and government finances - and why another inflation shock could force the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates again.

Q+A: Drought, food prices and the next inflation shock

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Australia's economy is slowing, unemployment is rising, and yet inflation remains stubbornly high. It's an uncomfortable combination for the Reserve Bank, which is trying to work out whether four interest rate rises have done enough to bring inflation under control.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Sally Auld, Chief Economist at NAB, about the week ahead for the economy, as well as last week's jump in unemployment to 4.7 per cent, which sectors are holding up and which are struggling, and why NAB believes interest rates may have peaked. They also answer a listener question about why education costs remain such a persistent contributor to inflation.

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Australia's economy is slowing, unemployment is rising, and yet inflation remains stubbornly high. It's an uncomfortable combination for the Reserve Bank, which is trying to work out whether four interest rate rises have done enough to bring inflation under control. Sean Aylmer speaks with Sally Auld, Chief Economist at NAB, about the week ahead for the economy, as well as last week's jump in unemployment to 4.7 per cent, which sectors are holding up and which are struggling, and why NAB believes interest rates may have peaked. They also answer a listener question about why education costs remain such a persistent contributor to inflation. The Week Ahead with NAB is brought to you by <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.nab.com.au/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1792742862337204&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Eoy9WWAWOfotbfET4oXWt">National Australia Bank</a>

Q+A: The Week Ahead with NAB | 19 Oct 2026

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Friday 16 October 2026

Australia’s unemployment rate hits a five year high, but it might not be enough to prevent another rate hike. 
The auction market slump is forcing sellers to accept lower prices
The federal government launches its flagship online safety legislation
ASIC drops its insider trading investigation into WiseTech Global founder Richard White
Apple shifts into the smart home world, taking on Amazon and Google

 

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Friday 16 October 2026
Australia&rsquo;s unemployment rate hits a five year high, but it might not be enough to prevent another rate hike.&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">The auction market slump is forcing sellers to accept lower prices</li>
<li aria-level="1">The federal government launches its flagship online safety legislation</li>
<li aria-level="1">ASIC drops its insider trading investigation into WiseTech Global founder Richard White</li>
<li aria-level="1">Apple shifts into the smart home world, taking on Amazon and Google</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> - should you trust AI with your 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.

Unemployment rate jumps; home sellers drop asking prices; Apple launches smart display

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Ian Rogers is a fascinating pioneer who has worked with some of the most famous brands on earth. He built beastieboys.com in the 90s, helped launch Beats Music and Apple Music, drove digital transformation at luxury giant LVMH, and today shapes the future of digital assets as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at Ledger - the world’s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets.

In the second part of the interview, we delve into his time in digital transformation at luxury giant LVMH, how fitness supports him, and his current role as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at Ledger - the world’s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets.

He joins Adam Lang from France in the second half of a fascinating One On One.

 

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iancrogers/">Ian Rogers</a> is a fascinating pioneer who has worked with some of the most famous brands on earth. He built <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://beastieboys.com&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1757839752117162&amp;usg=AOvVaw3SqSLSqf5ZUv0ChWE9Jko1">beastieboys.com</a> in the 90s, helped launch Beats Music and <a href="https://music.apple.com/">Apple Music</a>, drove digital transformation at luxury giant <a href="https://www.lvmh.com/en">LVMH</a>, and today shapes the future of digital assets as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at <a href="https://www.ledger.com/">Ledger</a> - the world&rsquo;s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets.
In the second part of the interview, we delve into his time in digital transformation at luxury giant LVMH, how fitness supports him, and his current role as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at Ledger - the world&rsquo;s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets.
He joins Adam Lang from France in the second half of a fascinating One On One.
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One On One: Digital music pioneer Ian Rogers pt. 2

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Ian Rogers is a fascinating pioneer who has worked with some of the most famous brands on earth. He built beastieboys.com in the 90s, helped launch Beats Music and Apple Music, drove digital transformation at luxury giant LVMH, and today shapes the future of digital assets as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at Ledger - the world’s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets.

He joins Adam Lang from France in the first half of a fascinating One On One.

<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iancrogers/">Ian Rogers</a> is a fascinating pioneer who has worked with some of the most famous brands on earth. He built <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://beastieboys.com&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1757839752117162&amp;usg=AOvVaw3SqSLSqf5ZUv0ChWE9Jko1">beastieboys.com</a> in the 90s, helped launch Beats Music and <a href="https://music.apple.com/">Apple Music</a>, drove digital transformation at luxury giant <a href="https://www.lvmh.com/en">LVMH</a>, and today shapes the future of digital assets as Chief Experience Officer and Board member at <a href="https://www.ledger.com/">Ledger</a> - the world&rsquo;s largest maker of cryptocurrency hardware wallets. He joins Adam Lang from France in the first half of a fascinating One On One.

One On One: Digital music pioneer Ian Rogers

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Elizabeth Broderick, AO, has dedicated her life to improving the lives of others.

As Australia’s longest-serving Sex Discrimination Commissioner, she led the way on key policies like gender equality, paid parental leave, and combating sexual harrasment.

She’s worked with the United Nations on human rights violations and women’s rights at work.

She’s the founder of the Champions of Change strategy, working with hundreds of CEOs to bring about real change in gender equality.

It’s an extraordinary CV - and that’s barely scratching the surface.

Natalie MacDonald speaks with Elizabeth Broderick about what drives her, her greatest achievements, and what's still to come.

Elizabeth Broderick, AO, has dedicated her life to improving the lives of others. As Australia&rsquo;s longest-serving Sex Discrimination Commissioner, she led the way on key policies like gender equality, paid parental leave, and combating sexual harrasment. She&rsquo;s worked with the United Nations on human rights violations and women&rsquo;s rights at work. She&rsquo;s the founder of the Champions of Change strategy, working with hundreds of CEOs to bring about real change in gender equality. It&rsquo;s an extraordinary CV - and that&rsquo;s barely scratching the surface. Natalie MacDonald speaks with Elizabeth Broderick about what drives her, her greatest achievements, and what's still to come.

One On One: Elizabeth Broderick, former Sex Discrimination Commissioner

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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.

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

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Brittney Saunders first made her name as one of the original influencers on YouTube, building an enormous following while still a teen. 

But she managed to parlay that online success into a bricks-and-mortar business, developing her own fashion company: Fayt the Label - which has grown, and grown, and grown.

At the same time she’s written a book called Just Getting Started, and hosts the Big Business Podcast with Nova Podcasts.

Sean Aylmer sits down with Brittney Saunders to learn more about her incredible entrepreneur story.

This episode is supported by Xero.

Brittney Saunders first made her name as one of the original influencers on YouTube, building an enormous following while still a teen.&nbsp; But she managed to parlay that online success into a bricks-and-mortar business, developing her own fashion company: Fayt the Label - which has grown, and grown, and grown. At the same time she&rsquo;s written a book called Just Getting Started, and hosts the Big Business Podcast with Nova Podcasts. Sean Aylmer sits down with Brittney Saunders to learn more about her incredible entrepreneur story. This episode is supported by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.xero.com/au/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1756041118519628&amp;usg=AOvVaw30J_8JFJajwYqZapCWYDSk">Xero</a>.

One On One: Brittney Saunders, the original influencer

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Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller in the second part of an extended conversation. This time, they start by looking at how to solve the housing crisis. 

The episode was recorded in front of a live audience, hosted by the Trans-Tasman Business Circle.

Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller in the second part of an extended conversation. This time, they start by looking at how to solve the housing crisis.&nbsp; The episode was recorded in front of a live audience, hosted by the Trans-Tasman Business Circle.

One On One: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller pt 2

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Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller to find out everything he can about his world -from what it was like to be offered the role of a bank CEO, to what's surprised him about the job. The episode was recorded in front of a live audience, hosted by the Trans-Tasman Business Circle.

Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller to find out everything he can about his world -from what it was like to be offered the role of a bank CEO, to what's surprised him about the job. The episode was recorded in front of a live audience, hosted by the Trans-Tasman Business Circle.

One On One: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller

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One on one conversations with some of Australia's most interesting business leaders and entrepreneurs. New episodes every Wednesday at midday.

One on one conversations with some of Australia's most interesting business leaders and entrepreneurs. New episodes every Wednesday at midday.

One On One, by Fear & Greed

Daily business news for people who make their own decisions, with business journalist Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at https://fearandgreed.com.au

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