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FEAR & GREED | Business News

Fear and Greed
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S&P ASX 200
Investment Strategies
Financial Regulation
Telstra
US and European Markets
Australian Financial Market
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Qantas
Donald Trump
Kamala Harris
Commonwealth Bank
Global Public Debt
Alan Joyce
Bank Of Japan
Equity Markets
Interest Rates
Wage Growth
Rio Tinto
Reserve Bank

Business news you can use. A daily business news podcast with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Find out more at fearandgreed.com.au

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Michael asks Sean and Adam five questions - with no notice at all - about a digital detox. Could they handle a week without the internet? Could they do their jobs, navigate and communicate, or would life fall apart?

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The war's ongoing economic impact, turning points for social media and the housing market, and the fall of the Coalition - it's been a massive start to the year in news. Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of ... more

Friday 3 April 2026

US President Donald Trump addresses the nation but fails to provide an end date for the war in the Middle East, sending equity markets lower.

• The federal government announced new rules for gambling advertising

• Apple tur... more

This week Brent Smart, chief marketing officer at Telstra, announced he was stepping down from the telco after four years in the job. During that time Telstra’s campaigns have won a number of awards… with Telstra now recognised as one of the stronges... more

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Recent Guests

Brent Smart
Chief Marketing Officer at Telstra
Telstra
Episode: Q+A: The story (and person) behind Telstra's brand transformation
Aniche Sinha
Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Upcover
Upcover
Episode: PM urges calm; ASX has best day in a year amid peace hopes; the great KitKat heist
Ol Jerng Pathy
Principal at Corn Ferry (Corn Ferry spelled in transcript)
Corn Ferry
Episode: Q+A: The truth about executive pay in Australia
Nick Ryan
COO of Essendon Football Club
Essendon Football Club
Episode: Fuel excise cut in half; Albanese calls for clarity from Trump; Sephora under fire
Nick Burns
Head of Energy Research at Garden
Garden
Episode: Q+A: Why this oil crisis won’t unwind quickly
Stephen Coculis
Resident economist
Episode: Nat Cabinet meets amid fuel crisis; housing market tumbles; EV sales surge
Stephen Cocolis
Resident economist
Episode: Trump “obliterate” threat to hit ASX; housing market falters; 10 mins isn’t a work day
Stephen Coucoulis
Economist, frequent guest on the show
Kouk.com (The Economist)
Episode: Q+A: The Week Ahead | 23 Mar 2026
Jarah Borman
Director of Strategy at Outrun Global
Outrun Global
Episode: Q+A: Only 27% of work actually matters - here’s the fix

Hosts

Michael Thompson
Host focused on business news and market analysis with a pragmatic, banter-driven style.
Sean Aylmer
Co-host known for commentary on economics, policy, and market moves with a measured, accessible delivery.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 882 ratings
  • Was great until…

    Get these mining tax propaganda ads out of the show! Come on guys!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Menziez666
    Australiaa month ago
  • Shallow and misleading

    No, Indonesia will not be ‘paying 19% tariffs’, because tariffs are a tax paid by the importer (in the US), which most of us know. Please don’t reinforce the false narrative!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    S wood the good
    Australia9 months ago
  • Cringey,giggly smug

    Massively irritating. If there was any actual economic information, it was buried under the excessive tatting around.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Constant non reader
    Australia10 months ago
  • Why do I keep listening

    Seriously why do I keep listening to these guys. The formula is working for me. Entertaining, educational and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CheckinJames
    Australiaa year ago
  • News that's entertaining

    Sean, Michael and Adam make business news fun and entertaining. I subscribe to many business podcasts but Fear & Greed is the first one I listen and look forward to every morning. I have told my friends about them. Keep up the great work team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vanessaasoiaf
    Australiaa year ago

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Many praise the hosts' ability to demystify macro trends without hype.
Critics call out overlong banter and some biased political commentary.
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Q+A: The truth about executive pay in Australia
Q: Is the two-strikes rule advisable, or does it create inefficiencies by forcing a board spill?
The two-strikes rule is an accountability tool that pressures boards to justify remuneration decisions, but it can also induce economic inefficiencies and hurried changes if used as a reflexive mechanism rather than a thoughtful alignment of incentives with strategy and performance over time.
Q+A: The truth about executive pay in Australia
Q: What are the key factors shaping executive pay decisions nowadays?
Executive pay is shaped by how well a company aligns pay with long-term strategy and stakeholder value, the balance between fixed and variable components, and the performance hurdles tied to long-term incentives, with a growing emphasis on transparency and alignment to avoid misalignment with shareholder and societal interests.
Q+A: Why this oil crisis won’t unwind quickly
Q: As an investor, how do you play it, focusing on the local market and big names like Woodside and Santos?
The guest explains that earnings exposure depends on whether a company is oil or LNG focused, with LNG potentially benefiting less in the near term due to regional issues but oil-linked earnings offering leverage; small-cap players vary, with some more exposed to higher oil prices and others with hedges or diversified assets.
Q+A: Why this oil crisis won’t unwind quickly
Q: Okay, So that suggests you don't think there's going to be much relief anytime soon, is that right?
Nick indicates that the war's fluidity means outcomes are uncertain, but current indicators point toward continued escalation and a slow path to restoring supply, implying limited near-term relief.
Sydney, Melbourne house prices fall; junior pay rates scrapped; mission to the moon
Q: What is the Fear and Greed Q&A focusing on this morning?
The segment discusses why 'boring stocks' with steady dividends—like Coca-Cola and McDonald's—are attractive in the current environment, highlighting their long-run cash flow and reliability.

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What is FEAR & GREED about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily Australian business news show blending macro context, markets, and tech with light banter from two journalists. Episodes typically cover rate expectations, inflation drivers, housing and stock-market moves, and notable corporate shifts, often complemented by geopolitical twists and major tech/AI developments. Guests range from economists and CFOs to founders and industry executives, offering practical insights on finance, AI adoption, and strategic business decisions. The format balances rigorous analysis with accessible conversation, making it useful for listeners who want quick, actionable context for markets, policy, and business strategy, all presented with a distinct Aussie perspective and occasional controversy around politica... more

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