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Economic data can tell us a lot about what's happening the economy and society, but it's easy to get lost in data. Dollars and Sense dives into the latest economic figures to explain how they impact you and what they tell us about the state of the Australian economy, with host Greg Jericho, Chief Economist at the Australia Institute and the Centre for Future Work and popular columnist of Grogonomi... more

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Early super access proposals would ultimately make people worse off – but the government could do more to help Australians currently in need.

On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg and Elinor discuss One Nation’s superannuation proposal, ways the... more

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Australia’s economy is not overheating, so why are experts predicting a rate hike?

On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg gets triggered by the growth figures, before he and Elinor discuss how the states and territories have missed out on a lazy ... more

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Profits are surging and living standards are not. Will the AI boom be any different?

On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg and Angus discuss the carve-out for Queensland and Northern Territory data centres that’ll allow them to run off coal and ... more

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The latest data show real wages are going backwards, but Reserve Bank keeps seeing ghosts.

On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg and Elinor discuss another quarter of no “wage-price spiral”, plus the passage of massive NDIS cuts and gambling leg... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Chang
Editor of The Point
The Point
Episode: BONUS | What's the point of a gas export tax?
Matt Grudnoff
Senior Economist, filling in for Greg Jericho
Australia Institute
Episode: Big Tech promises the world with AI. Australians shouldn’t believe them.
Alice Grundy
Wrote a piece on copyright in The Conversation
The Conversation
Episode: Big Tech promises the world with AI. Australians shouldn’t believe them.
Matt Grunoff
Guest star (announced)
Podcast guest
Episode: Double pain for Australians as interest rate and oil price hikes bite
Dr. Cassandra Goldie AO
Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS)
ACOSS
Episode: This inequality isn't inevitable
Kasy Chambers
Executive Director at Anglicare Australia
Anglicare Australia
Episode: This inequality isn't inevitable
Dr. Mark Zirnsak
Secretariat of the Tax Justice Network Australia
Tax Justice Network Australia
Episode: This inequality isn't inevitable

Hosts

Elinor Johnston-Leek
Host and Senior Content Producer with the Australia Institute; co-host of the program
Greg Jericho
Chief Economist at the Australia Institute; host and economics commentator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Used to be ok

    Unfortunately recently has begun leaning heavily left wing. Used to be quite a balanced podcast however now just brings an anti-right and arrogant view on politics and economics. Plenty of more balanced pods out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jf1989jfjf
    Australia4 months ago
  • When the IMF won’t name the cause - the Australia Institute will

    Only just discovered and so grateful for. Another independent Australian media org cutting through the spin and calling a spade a spade - we all need a healthy dose of realism to face what’s coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not relaxed as money wasted
    Australia5 months ago
  • podcast to get angry

    Left wing view on world economics, anti capitalist anti big companies anti above average earners. Unfortunately Greg’s clueless sidekick does not challenge any of the nonsense he utters.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fedde66
    Australia10 months ago
  • Love this

    Awesome, informative pod, very easy to understand

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solowoman07
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great podcast to get angry

    Left wing view on world economics, anti capitalist anti big companies anti above average earners. Unfortunately Greg’s clueless sidekick does not challenge any of the nonsense he utters.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fedde66
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Accessible and informative for students and professionals alike.
Thoughtful, data-driven take on Australian economics and policy.
Clear explanations of complex ideas without shouting politics.
Solid guest history with diverse policy angles, though some critics wish for more balance.

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#56
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Apple Podcasts
#173
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#228
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Australia’s gambling toll grows as government sidesteps total ad ban
Q: Why is there opposition to a total ban despite broad public support?
Opposition centers on concerns about revenue for free-to-air broadcasters and the political economy of sports broadcasting deals; the episode argues this reflects a conflict between public health goals and industry profits, making real reform difficult.
Australia’s gambling toll grows as government sidesteps total ad ban
Q: What exactly is in the proposed legislation to curb online gambling advertising?
The hosts explain that the proposal would cap ads on TV at three per hour during certain times and extend restrictions to stadiums and player uniforms, but streaming services would largely escape these limits unless the platform requires age verification, leaving significant exposure intact.
BONUS | What's the point of a gas export tax?
Q: Can you explain the difference between royalties and tax in the gas industry?
Royalties are payments to the government for extracting a resource from under public land, while taxes are revenue collected by the government from profits or corporate activity; the gas industry pays royalties in some jurisdictions but Commonwealth waters have limited or no royalties, and company taxes are paid on profits, not on volume alone.
Big Tech promises the world with AI. Australians shouldn’t believe them.
Q: What is the central economic rationale for hosting data centers in Australia?
The hosts discuss potential investment, jobs at construction, and broader sovereignty, but argue the long-term economic benefit is small and that regulation is crucial to avoid higher costs and stranded assets.
Why the wealthiest don’t need another tax cut
Q: Is he right? Are our taxes making rich Australians too lazy to work?
The hosts critique the suggestion, using data to argue that the tax burden on high-income earners in Australia is lower now than in the past.

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What is Dollars & Sense about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Dollars & Sense delivers accessible explanations of Australian macroeconomics and policy, translating data into practical implications for households and stakeholders. Episodes frequently dissect inflation, interest rates, housing affordability, taxation, and public finance, with hosts challenging conventional wisdom and tying numbers to everyday outcomes. The show often features researchers and policy experts from the Australia Institute and related institutions, offering data-backed perspectives on policy choices, fiscal dynamics, and their social consequences. A standout is its willingness to connect complex metrics to real-world debates, from housing and welfare to energy and technology, making it valuable for listeners who want clear, ... more

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