The Economy of Everything
The Economy of Everything
The Economy of Everything is where the big economics headlines meet everyday life. Every Wednesday, NZ Herald's business editor at large Liam Dann and business editor Tamsyn Parker sit down to talk it through. From markets and interest rates to jobs, housing and the cost of living, they dive into why it all matters more than you think. Because whether you’re paying a mortgage or just buying milk,…Social links:
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Oil prices, inflation & interest rates: Is the worst still coming?
Oil prices surged, inflation risks are rising again, and all eyes are now on the Reserve Bank’s next OCR decision. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker break down why petrol prices haven’t hit worst-case forecasts, what it means for the wider economy, and whether interest rate hikes are coming sooner than e…
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Our young people are chasing the Kiwi dream ... in Australia
It might feel weird telling the young people in your life to pack up and head across the ditch for better prospects, but right now it may actually be the best advice. Youth unemployment is sitting at worrying levels in New Zealand, the cost of living crisis is dragging on and somehow our mates …
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Is this just life now? When the cost of living crisis becomes the new normal
Welcome to the first episode of The Economy of Everything, with thanks to CMC Markets. To kick things off, our hosts Tamsyn Parker and Liam Dann tackle the cost of living crisis, what's happening with markets as the Middle East war kicks back into gear, and the significance of today's unemployment …
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Closing the books: the best of Money Talks, 2025
For the final episode of season eight, Liam is joined by Money Talks producer Jane Yee to look back at the best bits of the show for 2025. A huge thanks to all our guests for sharing their money journeys with us. Thanks also to editor Richard Martin for bringing the show to life. See you in 2…
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Nigel Latta 'What matters is time with people you love' (reissue)
In May, we launched this season of Money Talks with Nigel Latta - clinical psychologist, author, broadcaster, and friend of host Liam Dann. With the sad news of Nigel’s passing, we’re reissuing that conversation to honour his voice and perspective.
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From a hair transplant to a $12k daybed: Sam Wallace breaks down the costs of fame
Liam Dann sits down with broadcaster Sam Wallace to explore the financial realities behind the glitz and glamour of fame. Sam opens up about the pressures of maintaining a public image, the unexpected costs of staying relevant, and the personal sacrifices made along the way. From hair transplants…
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Health cover premiums are rising. An insurance CEO tells us why
What’s really behind rising health insurance premiums? Southern Cross Medical Care Society CEO, Nick Astwick, joins Liam to talk about the challenge of funding care and striking the balance between health and wealth, and why he reckons your health is a more valuable asset than your house. Nick also…
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From hippy to peanut butter hero: The wild adventures of Pic Picot
Pic Picot has lived his life like it's one big experiment. He's tried a bit of this, had success with a bit of that, lived on a commune, sailed the Pacific and modified a concrete mixer to roast peanuts in. The latter was the humble beginnings of what you'll now know as Pic's Peanut Butter. The sel…
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Westpac CEO Catherine McGrath on what keeps her awake at night
What does it mean to be responsible for one of New Zealand’s biggest banks? Westpac CEO Catherine McGrath joins Liam Dann to discuss the responsibility of holding billions in public trust, how she manages risk, and the human side of leading in high-stakes environments. From money management lesso…
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Bree Tomasel on being a "shit-talking hustler"
Broadcaster, author and Taskmaster NZ star Bree Tomasel reckons her whole job can be summed up as “talking shit for a living.” But behind the laughs is grit, hustle and a surprisingly conservative approach to money. She chats with Liam Dann about farm life, broke uni days, indulgent splurges and w…
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