Best The Australian Institute Of Company Directors Podcasts (2025)

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Special - Trump, Tariffs and Turmoil 8:49

12d ago8:49

8:49

Instead of the traditional Easter Egg, the Dismal Science pod has a quick take on the implications of 'Liberation Day' and its aftermath in its Easter basket. It's tariff free! (Note, contents may include some discussion of trade policy tools.) For more economic insights from the AICD's Chief Economist Mark Thirlwell, including his weekly economic …

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Special Episode – Thomson Reuters CEO Steve Hasker: the rise of AI, lessons on private equity, and the future of news 30:36

18d ago30:36

30:36

Steve Hasker is the CEO and President of Thomson Reuters, plus a director with ASX-listed Appen. He was visiting Australia recently and took part in a special event with the AICD. We talked with Steve about the rise of artificial intelligence, lessons from his experiences with private equity, and the future of news and information.…

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Dismal Science Live at AGS: US Markets, CHIPS Act, Geopolitical Shifts, and Australian Economic Concerns 37:12

1M ago37:12

37:12

In this live from the Australian Governance Summit episode, hosts Raphael Dixon and Mark Thurwal analyze current economic and geopolitical developments. They discuss the "Trump trade" market fluctuations, US CHIPS Act's mixed impact on semiconductor manufacturing, and China's growing chip capabilities. The conversation covers Germany's potential de…

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217 - GDP Relief and a Fracturing Global Order 18:52

2M ago18:52

18:52

This week on the Dismal Science, Raphael and Mark dissect the latest Australian GDP figures, revealing the end of the per capita recession, though productivity remains a concern with a third consecutive quarter of falling GDP per hour worked. Turning their attention to the global stage, they examine the evolving economic landscape in the United Sta…

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216 - Eight reasons a soft landing is uncertain 36:24

2M ago36:24

36:24

This week, Raphael and Mark dissect the latest inflation data and react to recent rate cuts, examining whether the soft landing declared by the IMF is truly secure. Mark shares a sneak peek of his upcoming article in Company Director magazine, outlining eight key global uncertainties that could derail the current economic outlook. They explore topi…

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215 - 🍾 Rate Cut Victory Lap! 🍾 AI’s Sputnik Moment & the US’ Smoot-Hawley Moment. 44:15

2M ago44:15

44:15

We're back, and we force Mark to take a victory lap for his February rate cut prediction! We dive into the details of the RBA's decision and its implications for future cuts. Then, we dissect the market freakout following the release of Deepseek's open-source AI model. What does it say about AI market leaders’ valuations, the effectiveness of expor…

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Special - Tech, AI, the New World Order, and the Future of Growth 49:21

4M ago49:21

49:21

We’re taking a break from our usual format to look at some of the big technological and economic themes of 2024, and where they are going in 2025 and into the future. Mark and Raph discuss the explosion of AI and where it might be headed, as well as its impact on financial markets. We contemplate what might constitute the next big wave of global in…

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Special - 2024 Wrap Up: A Year of Living Conservatively Ft. Su-Lin Ong 1:01:34

4M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

This week we are joined by Su-Lin Ong, Managing Director, Chief Economist & Senior Corporate Relationship Manager of RBC Capital Markets. Together Mark and Su-lin reflect on Australia’s economic conditions and the RBA’s 2024 performance. They unpack why the RBA has held interest rates steady for so long – and what this means for Australia’s economi…

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214 - February Rate Cut Back On The Table? 13:27

5M ago13:27

13:27

The RBA keeps interest rates on hold, but the big news is a change in tone that suggests Mark's long predicted February rate cut is back on the table. Also, Mark looks back at his predictions from a year ago, revisiting his forecasts for inflation, unemployment, and economic growth. Get your ticket to AGS: https://www.aicd.com.au/events/australian-…

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213 - GDP Growth Stumbles, Per Capita Recession Deepens, Will the RBA Hold Firm? 13:40

5M ago13:40

13:40

This week, we examine Australia's latest soft GDP figures. The headline number is a weak 0.3% quarterly expansion, the lowest rate of annual growth since the pandemic with private sector demand contributing nothing to this meager growth figure. Will the RBA stay the course with rates on hold in the face of a deepening per capita recession and falli…

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212 - Is Germany Kaput? Lessons for Australia in a Deglobalising World 29:55

5M ago29:55

29:55

This week, the Dismal Science turns its attention to Europe’s economic powerhouse - Germany. We examine the country's recent economic struggles, exploring the reasons behind its faltering performance, including the war in Ukraine, rising energy costs, and the rise of Chinese manufacturing. We discuss whether these challenges are merely cyclical or …

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IFPA Wrap 387 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

5M ago27:50

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2024 - 12 - 17 Summer 1 DMS RT JChristie Capital StackBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 388 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

5M ago27:50

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2024 - 12 - 24 Summer 2 DMS RT GButcher VCap Part 1By The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 395 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

5M ago27:50

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2024 - 12 - 31 Summer 3 DMS RT JBott SvcsAust BankMumDadBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 394 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 01 - 07 Summer 4 DMS RT AVennonen Crypto And The Advice IndustryBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 393 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 01 - 14 Summer 5 DMS RT NPanagis Super UpdateBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 392 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 01 - 21 Summer 6 DMS RT IMcLeod PrenuptialsBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 391 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 01 - 28 Summer 7 DMS RT AInwood Looking For AlphaBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 390 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 02 - 04 Summer 8 DMS RT MGriffiths Family TrustsBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 389 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 02 - 11 Summer 9 DMS RT SSheary Downsizer ContributionsBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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IFPA Wrap 386 Dollars & Making Sense 27:50

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2025 - 02 - 18 DMS RT JBott Concession CardsBy The Institute of Financial Professionals Australia

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211 - Rate Cut Prediction on Life Support? Labour Market Holds Strong & COP29 Gets Political 26:59

5M ago26:59

26:59

This week on the Dismal Science, Mark and Raph take a look at the latest Australian labour market figures and what it means for Mark's increasingly shaky call for a February rate cut. Is the RBA being too pessimistic about what the unemployment rate associated with full employment needs to be? Plus, the Dismal Science takes a metaphorical visit to …

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US Election Special: The Return of Tariff Man 47:08

5M ago47:08

47:08

Join Mark and Raph to unpack the potential economic implications of the US election result. We examine some of the key economic policy pledges that President Elect President Donald Trump made during the campaign, from tariffs to taxes, and discuss the possible ramifications for interest rates, inflation, growth, and other economic variables. Presid…

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210 - Wage Growth Slows, Consumer Sentiment Lifts...but for How Long? 16:48

5M ago16:48

16:48

This week on The Dismal Science, we examine the latest economic data releases, including wage growth figures, consumer and business sentiment surveys, and the AICD's Director Sentiment Index. The Wage Price Index showed annual growth slowing to 3.5%, a welcome development for the RBA in its fight against inflation. But with productivity growth stal…

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209 - US Election Volatility! Plus the RBA Holds, But For How Long? 16:45

6M ago16:45

16:45

The big news this week is the US presidential election. Markets are reacting in real time as results come in - we look at the volatility and what it means for Australia. Closer to home, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) left interest rates unchanged for the eighth consecutive month. We examine the RBA's latest forecasts, which suggest a slightly …

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208 - Inflation Cools, But Services Stay Hot. Will Rate Cuts Come Sooner? 14:15

6M ago14:15

14:15

This week we look at the latest Australian inflation figures. The September quarter CPI figures came in slightly better than expected, with the headline numbers showing a decrease in inflation. This was largely driven by government rebates and falling fuel prices. However, services inflation remains stubbornly high. Additionally, some commentators …

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S2E12 – Kate Jenkins: Becoming the Chair of the Australian Sports Commission, gender targets at sports boards, and progress since the Respect@Work report 41:55

6M ago41:55

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Kate Jenkins AO GAICD is the Chair of the Australian Sports Commission and the Creative Workplaces Council. She’s also a former Sex Discrimination Commissioner and led the landmark Respect@Work report. We talk with Kate about: her chair role at the ASC, gender targets for sports boards and progress since the release of the Respect@Work report. Clic…

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207 - IMF says "Mission Accomplished"? Bumper jobs numbers, and revisiting Mark's prediction... 26:12

6M ago26:12

26:12

Today we have an in-depth look at the IMF's latest World Economic Outlook report, before returning home to dissect the bumper jobs numbers and latest consumer confidence numbers. In brief, it was an optimistic outlook from the IMF, begging the question, is central bank credibility back? With that said, champagne flutes should remain in the fridge, …

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206 - Oil price swings, China stimulus fallout, RBA minutes, and consumer confidence. 18:53

7M ago18:53

18:53

Another week, another economic roller coaster. Join Mark and Raph to discuss the recent volatility in oil prices, driven by factors including the Israel-Iran conflict and speculation about Chinese stimulus measures. We then unpack the latest RBA minutes, analysing the central bank's current thinking on interest rates and its assessment of the econo…