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Fast Five by Fear and Greed

Fear and Greed
S&P ASX 200
Donald Trump
Australia
Reserve Bank Of Australia
ASX 200
Qantas
BHP
Inflation
Apple
Commonwealth Bank
S&P ASX200
Angus Taylor
One Nation
NVIDIA
Rio Tinto
Interest Rates
Iran
S&P/ASX 200
Federal Liberal Party
Spacex

Five business news stories in five minutes, with journalists Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. When you remove the grey, you get your news quicker. Find out more at fearandgreed.com.au

PublishesDailyEpisodes3052Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Tuesday 2 June 2026

The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson.

• Tech stocks surge

• One Nation poll stirs up Canberra

• Battle for NRL rights

• Aussie unis drop down rankings

• Ford Motors’ pivot t... more

This is the Fear & Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in just a few minutes.

• ASX flat as tech surges

• One Nation most popular party

• Peter Warren... more

Monday 1 June 2026

The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson.

• House prices tumble

• $A at decade high

• Pollies told to stay mute in Chinese EVs

• Use of debit cards declines

• CIA official accuse... more

This week, it's Five Questions on redundancy, career shocks and what comes next.

Sean, Michael and Adam share their own experiences of losing jobs, the emotional hit that comes with redundancy, and why it can also become a turning point.

They discu... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Lange
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Juliette Saly
Ausby's media professional guest
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Jason Pellegrino
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Matthew Berg
Founder and co-CEO of Local Residential
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Gaurav Sodhi
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Luke Humphries
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Tim Burrowes
Founder and publisher of media and marketing website Mumbrella and the newsletter Unmade.
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Hosts

Michael Thompson
Host of Fast Five and related Fear and Greed programs (frequent contributor across episodes)
Sean Aylmer
Co-host and lead on top five business stories; frequent presenter of market briefings
Nadine Blaney
Guest-host on Fast Five segments and Fast Five-related coverage; also featured on Fear and Greed editions

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 165 ratings
  • Constantly bashing the right wing side of politics

    When I first started listening this podcast was just business news. Now it seems to be all news regardless of if it is business related or not. Sean unashamedly displays his love of the left side of politics as he consistently beats up the right and downplays the failings of the left. Journalism should be unbiased but clearly even a non major news source can’t help but ignore their own biases

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Reviewer 0685
    Australiaa year ago
  • Not about business

    I don’t like how Sean is constantly talking about trump in a negative way. This podcast is supposed to be about business news and not bashing politics. Unfollowed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kristian12345678910
    Australia2 years ago
  • Short & Sweet

    Great daily wrap up of the major market movers. Perfect length to absorb while dealing with all the other daily crises at home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wil from BrisVegas
    Australia4 years ago
  • Brilliant

    😍 love this podcast,wish it was 5 minutes longer,very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandygirl0077
    Australia5 years ago
  • Must listen

    This is a must listen if you want to know what is going on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Djlngild
    Australia5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the compact format and quick hits
Audience notes strong penchant for practical insights and market context
Some listeners wish for less political commentary and more pure business news
The daily briefings are praised for clear takeaways and relevance to market moves
Guests and banter add personality without losing brevity

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#86
Australia/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#219
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#175
South Korea/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#204
New Zealand/Business/Investing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Five Questions: We'll happily pay extra for these things
Q: What is something people spend big money on that you still do not understand?
Some people invest heavily in luxury items like expensive headphones or premium fashion accessories, yet the group often questions the perceived necessity versus cost, highlighting varied value judgments.
Five Questions: We'll happily pay extra for these things
Q: What is something you used to think was a waste of money but now understand its value?
Subscriptions and ongoing content access (streaming services, premium news, etc.) have proven their value over time, making people more willing to pay regularly for continued access.
Five Questions: We'll happily pay extra for these things
Q: What is becoming outrageously expensive, but you still keep buying it?
Travel remains a top example where the perceived value and the need for comfort and efficiency drive continued spending, including upgrades and perks even when prices rise.
Five Questions: We'll happily pay extra for these things
Q: What is one thing that you will happily pay extra for every single time?
A recurring theme is upgrading small comforts that significantly affect the experience, like pillow quality for sleep and better seating or space in travel, which many of us value enough to pay a bit more.
Five questions: What was the worst experience you had in a role?
Q: The final question, the media person you admire most?
Sean and Juliette share admiration for mentors and newsroom leaders who shaped their craft, with specific references to editors and broadcasters who supported and challenged their work.

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Brisk, five-minute daily briefings cover top business and market stories with brisk analysis from two co-hosts. Episodes span Australian market moves, policy shifts, corporate earnings, and geopolitical tensions, often pairing data-driven context with light banter and practical takeaways for business listeners. A notable element is the fast, repeatable format that makes complex headlines accessible, with occasional guest contributions that bring additional perspectives. This mix of market color, policy impact, and real-world implications is likely to appeal to finance professionals, investors, and executives seeking quick, actionable updates.

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2. Juliette Saly
3. Adam Lane
4. Mark Carney
5. Jason Pellegrino
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7. Gaurav Sodhi
8. Luke Humphries

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