Jeremy Cordeaux hosts another insightful episode from his garage, touching on various contemporary and historical topics. Here’s a quick rundown of the primary subjects discussed:
Rising Sun Inn Sponsorship: Introduction and acknowledgment of the Rising Sun Inn's sponsorship.
Inflation and Economy: Discussion on the latest inflation figures and their implications for future Reserve Bank decisions on interest rates. Analysis of South Australia’s economic performance.
Real Estate and Economic Risks: Insights into potential risks in the real estate market due to possible interest rate hikes.
Upcoming Guest Announcement: Introduction of upcoming guest Adam Flynn, who will discuss economic predictions.
Historical Reference to Stobie Poles: Reflection on the centenary of Stobie poles and their unique design due to termite issues in South Australia.
Superannuation Scam Warning: Alert about a superannuation scam involving cold calls and false promises of better returns.
Government and Ministerial Inefficiency: Critique of government reshuffles and the inefficacy of ministers in handling their portfolios.
Energy Policy and Costs: Comments on government handling of energy policies and the impact on prices.
Jabaluka Mine and Environmental Policy: Discussion on the government's decision to integrate Jabaluka mine into Kakadu National Park and its economic implications.
Cultural Reflections: Commentary on various cultural and historical topics, including an anecdote about violinist Joshua Bell's subway performance.