Best The Cost Reduction Company Podcasts (2025)

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Super tax debate heats up, Russia calls Trump "emotional", Australia wants the Port of Darwin back & more 5:19

23h ago5:19

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Headlines for Wednesday 28 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep126: Part 2 What Keeps You Up At Night in HR 28:25

22h ago28:25

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Send us a text Chuck and John are back this week with part 2 of what is keeping HR professionals awake at night. Catch up on the ins and outs of the issues of today so you can walk into your job with the confidence and knowledge needed to tackle them like a pro. Visit TeamAtHRStories.com to see all of our workshops and offerings to help you feel co…

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Healthscope's collapse, Uranium stocks rip, WiseTech's largest acquisition & more 4:13

2d ago4:13

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Headlines for Tuesday 27 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Apple & EU face tariff threats, Liberals and Nationals agree on 4 key policies, Healthscope's debt woes & more 4:42

3d ago4:42

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Headlines for Monday 26 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Liberals and Nationals to reform Coalition, Bitcoin crosses US$110,000, OpenAI is getting into hardware & more 3:53

6d ago3:53

3:53

Headlines for Friday 23 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Lithium price hits 4-year low, fallout from Liberal-National split, another rate cut more likely & more 4:29

7d ago4:29

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Headlines for Thursday 22 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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RBA cuts rates to 3.85%, Nationals and Liberals split the Coalition, Trump and Putin's 2-hour call & more 5:06

8d ago5:06

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Headlines for Wednesday 21 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep125: Part 1 What Keeps You Up At Night - Tackling the HR Issues of Today 36:56

8d ago36:56

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Send us a text Part 1 of 2 - Do you have sleepless nights, stressing about all of the things you need to take care of in your workplace? Working in HR, there are endless lists of important details that human resource professionals are responsible for. From employee burnout to difficulty in recruiting, to handling ever changing political landscapes,…

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All eyes on the Reserve Bank, Biden's cancer diagnosis, Albanese's European trip & more 4:01

9d ago4:01

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Headlines for Tuesday 20 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk removes CEO, Pressure grows on Super tax, Ukraine and Russia agree to prisoner swap & more 4:39

10d ago4:39

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Headlines for Monday 19 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Why Outdated Governance is Impacting Schools with Ed Hellings 59:02

13d ago59:02

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In this episode of the ISBA Bursar Conversations, Ed Hellings shares an engaging, practical, and insightful perspective on leadership, finance, and decision-making across both corporate and educational landscapes. With a career that spans Deloitte, British Aerospace, and several prestigious schools, Ed offers a masterclass in simplifying complexity…

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Waymo recalls 1,200 robotaxis, Australian unemployment holds at 4.1%, Larissa Waters to lead Greens & more 4:24

13d ago4:24

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Headlines for Friday 16 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Horror report for Japanese carmakers, Commonwealth Bank keeps on growing, Trump's Middle East trip & more 5:06

14d ago5:06

5:06

Headlines for Thursday 15 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Sussan Ley chosen to lead the Liberal Party, US stocks jump on tariff pause, India-Pakistan ceasefire appears to hold & more 4:39

15d ago4:39

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Headlines for Wednesday 14 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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From the Vault - Preventable Death in the Workplace 25:33

15d ago25:33

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Send us a text Join the team as the jump back to an episode from last summer where they talk about how to keep you and your employees safe during the summer heat and avoid costly mistakes that can lead to serious harm. We'll see you back next week for a brand new episode. Visit TeamAtHRStories.com to see all of our workshops and offerings to help y…

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US & China agree 90-day tariff reduction, Albanese unveils new cabinet, Bitcoin nears record highs & more 4:08

16d ago4:08

4:08

Headlines for Tuesday 13 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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US and China to continue trade talks, India-Pakistan ceasefire breaks within hours, Labor in-fighting continues & more 4:06

17d ago4:06

4:06

Headlines for Monday 12 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Transitioning from Entrepreneur to School Bursar (and lessons learnt) with Vanessa Lakatos. 1:01:09

19d ago1:01:09

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In this powerful episode of the ISBA Bursar Conversations, Vanessa Lakatos. opens up about her extraordinary career journey from 18 years as a retail entrepreneur to becoming a respected school bursar. With candor and clarity, Vanessa Lakatos. unpacks the lessons she’s learned navigating financial risk, leadership, and the evolving role of bursars …

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Moana powers Disney to bumper result, no Pope in first round of voting, Labor's factional fighting begins & more 5:07

20d ago5:07

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Headlines for Friday 9 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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India strikes Pakistan, Labor reaches 89 seats, US and China to meet on trade & more 3:36

21d ago3:36

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Headlines for Thursday 8 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tesla's falling Australian sales, Anthony Albanese's targets trade, Trump's latest tariffs & more 4:08

22d ago4:08

4:08

Headlines for Wednesday 7 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep124: Heels, Health, and HR Headaches - The Dress Code Lawsuit Every Employer Should Know 39:17

22d ago39:17

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Send us a text What happens when a company's dress code walks straight into a lawsuit? In this eye-opening episode, Chuck and John unpack the real-life legal battle between a cocktail server and MGM National Harbor over mandatory high heels, disability discrimination, and a rigid appearance policy. This isn’t just about shoes. It’s a cautionary tal…

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Recriminations start after Coalition loss, oil price hits 4-year low, China willing to negotiate tariffs & more 5:05

23d ago5:05

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Headlines for Tuesday 6 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Labor's resounding victory, Warren Buffett to retire, Amazon and Apple beat expectations & more 3:59

24d ago3:59

3:59

Headlines for Monday 5 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tesla's board denies looking for Elon replacement, Aussie house prices hit record high, US economy shrinks & more 6:13

27d ago6:13

6:13

Headlines for Friday 2 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Australia has 98% chance of a rate cut, 40 companies face tariff challenges & more 4:51

28d ago4:51

4:51

Headlines for Thursday 1 May 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Mark Carney wins Canadian election, Mineral Resources jumps 14%, US open to de-escalating trade tensions & more 4:30

29d ago4:30

4:30

Headlines for Wednesday 30 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep123: Q&A - Smelly Lunch and Consistent Callouts 20:26

29d ago20:26

20:26

Send us a text Welcome to another Listener Q&A with The Team at HR Stories! Today's episode goes into these questions: 1. Can you require a doctors note for someone who continually calls in the day after a holiday weekend? Our PTO policy doesn’t require it but it happens every time. 2. Is it an HR issue if someone brings particularly fragrant food …

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New Episode Coming Soon! 0:36

29d ago0:36

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Explore smart sustainability with the Using Less Stuff Podcast, hosted by Nigel Ward, founder of The Cost Reduction Company. Discover how organisations can reduce costs and environmental impact through behaviour change, smarter purchasing, and sustainable technologies. Join conversations with industry experts and changemakers focused on cutting was…

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Aussie shares now higher than when Trump announced tariffs, Canadians head to the polls, India-Pakistan tensions rise & more 4:37

30d ago4:37

4:37

Headlines for Tuesday 29 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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World leaders farewell the Pope, Australian election reaches final week, Google profit up 46% & more 5:06

1M ago5:06

5:06

Headlines for Monday 28 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump blinks in China standoff, 100 Aussie Fintechs call out government, Australia to create critical minerals reserve & more 4:30

1M ago4:30

4:30

Headlines for Friday 25 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tesla profit down 71% but shares rise, tariffs to cost Australia $13bn, Bitcoin back above $90k & more 4:36

1M ago4:36

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Headlines for Thursday 24 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Australians embrace Shein, Netflix proves streaming can be profitable, China breaks more EV records & more 4:23

1M ago4:23

4:23

Headlines for Wednesday 23 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep122: Burnout, Stress & Leadership – What HR Needs to Hear Right Now 43:12

1M ago43:12

43:12

Send us a text John Thalheimer and Chuck Simikian unpack the growing crisis of burnout and chronic stress among HR professionals and business leaders. With recent federal actions, such as workforce reductions and the rollback of affirmative action policies, HR leaders are navigating more pressure than ever. You’ll learn: What burnout really looks l…

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Latest in Australian federal election, US Supreme Court blocks Trump, 1-in-15 Australians work two jobs & more 4:45

1M ago4:45

4:45

Headlines for Tuesday 22 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump lifts China tariffs to 245%, Australian early voting starts this week, James Hardie sparks investor revolt & more 3:40

1M ago3:40

3:40

Headlines for Monday 21 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Australia's unemployment rate steady, TSMC profit up 60%, Indonesia refuses Russian aircraft request & more 4:02

1M ago4:02

4:02

Headlines for Friday 18 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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China targets Boeing in trade war, Zip up 16%, Harvard stands up to Trump & more 4:32

1M ago4:32

4:32

Headlines for Thursday 17 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Pfizer pulls GLP-1 drug trial, Katy Perry went to space, Russia requests use of Indonesian air force base & more 4:27

1M ago4:27

4:27

Headlines for Wednesday 16 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep121: Q&A - Retaliation against HR, demotion compensation, and mixed employment 16:55

1M ago16:55

16:55

Send us a text Welcome to another Listener Q&A with The Team at HR Stories! Today's episode goes into these questions: What should an HR employee do if they’re experiencing retaliation in the workplace but feel like they can’t go to management? How do you handle compensation for someone getting demoted while pay bands changed? Can someone be an ind…

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First home buyers are getting wooed, China restricts rare earth exports, the "next Cochlear or Resmed" & more 4:42

1M ago4:42

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Headlines for Tuesday 15 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Housing plans from Labor and the Coalition, the latest on US and China tariffs, US threatens UN climate vote & more 6:18

1M ago6:18

6:18

Headlines for Monday 14 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Australia wedged between US and China, ASX 200 up 5%, Walmart is just as confused as the rest of us & more 4:19

2M ago4:19

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Headlines for Friday 11 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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90-day pause on most tariffs, S&P 500 up 9%, Chinese nationals captured in Ukraine & more 4:43

2M ago4:43

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Headlines for Thursday 10 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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US adds another 50% tariff on China, Guzman y Gomez offers some good news, Australia's leaders debate & more 5:21

2M ago5:21

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Headlines for Wednesday 9 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ep120: Updates from the EEOC - Lawful DEI in the Trump Era 46:50

2M ago46:50

46:50

Send us a text The Trump Administration has signed a flurry of executive orders - some of which have direct impacts on the workplace. It’s critical, now more than ever, to pay attention to changes and updates that are coming your way. In today’s episode, Chuck and John review some new documents released by the EEOC that are providing clearer guidan…

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Australian market down 4% while US down 1% overnight, Star Entertainment is saved, Bitcoin falls below $75k USD & more 5:14

2M ago5:14

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Headlines for Tuesday 8 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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US market down 11% in two days, China retaliates to tariffs, Australia set to fall 4% & more 4:45

2M ago4:45

4:45

Headlines for Monday 7 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Australia to face 10% tariffs, Amazon bids for TikTok, Tesla sales fall 13% & more 4:34

2M ago4:34

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Headlines for Friday 4 April 2025. This is original content written by Bryce and Ren for the Equity Mates daily email, turned into a podcast using artificial intelligence. Read and subscribe to the Equity Mates daily email here: https://equitymates.beehiiv.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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