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Success and More Interesting Stuff

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Take a front-row seat to hear the stories behind some of Australia’s most successful and iconic sports people and business leaders. The show is hosted by Matthew Kidman, former business editor of the Sydney Morning Herald and author of three books. Kidman takes the time to uncover the rarely heard stories behind these successful individuals to give listeners a unique perspective of what makes them... more

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Manny Pohl may well be the 'father of growth investing' in Australia, but his journey began thousands of miles away as an electrical engineer in South Africa. From a chance meeting on the Gold Coast to co-founding the $17-billion-dollar powerhouse Hy... more

In this episode of Success and More Interesting Stuff, we sit down with Dr Don Hamson, founder of Plato Investment Management.

Hamson built a $25 billion fund manager, but it started with a problem. His original long/short strategy was disrupted dur... more

Jillian Broadbent has worked at the heart of Australia’s financial and policy institutions for decades.

She began at the Reserve Bank under Nugget Coombs, helped build Bankers Trust during deregulation, and later served three terms on the RBA board ... more

Guzman y Gomez Founder & co-CEO Steven Marks joins Matthew Kidman to discuss his decision to leave Wall Street, the tough early years building GYG, why quality is non-negotiable, and what comes next as the business expands into the US.

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Manny Pohl
Founder/CEO of ECP Asset Management, former founder of Hyperion Asset Management
ECP Asset Management
Episode: Manny Pohl: Is Growth still the right bet?
Dr. Don Hamson
Founder of Plato Investment Management, pioneer of a quantitative, income-focused investing approach
Plato Investment Management
Episode: Dr Don Hamson: The pivot that built a $25bn business
Jillian Broadbent
Senior corporate director and former Reserve Bank board member, chancellor of the University of Wollongong
Various boards including Reserve Bank of Australia, Bankers Trust, CEFC
Episode: Why Jillian Broadbent believes reform, not rhetoric, will drive Australia forward
Steve Marks
Co-founder of Guzman y Gomez
Guzman y Gomez
Episode: This ain’t junk! Why GYG’s Steven Marks refuses to compromise on quality
Chris Judd
Former professional Australian rules footballer turned fund manager
Chirruti
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Jun Bei Liu
Funds manager with experience in investment analysis
Tencap
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Shane Oliver
Chief economist and head of strategy with extensive market experience
AMP
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Alexis George
CEO of AMP
AMP
Episode: Alexis George: Rebuilding AMP
Viktor Shvets
A renowned strategist with extensive experience in financial markets and author of two books
Macquarie Bank
Episode: Viktor Shvets: The end of cycles and the cost of progress

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Dodgy

    Can find a shonk - Potts, Kelly, Phesorous.

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    JamesYass
    Australia5 months ago
  • Wonderful Interviews

    Matthew Kidman is a wonderful interviewer, head and shoulders above anyone else I have heard, in my opinion at least. He treats his guests with respect, does a great job of drawing out who they are and what their personal qualities are. He is not concentrating on the figures produced by their companies; there are plenty of other sources for those details, but you get a rare and valuable insight into people running public companies or funds that we may or may not be investing in.

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    5
    Bill_H.)
    Australia2 years ago
  • Gem

    Love the interviews. Great mix of established stars of the business world and unknown gems. Each person seems to have a unique background but managed to enjoy remarkable success

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JWHDCE
    Australia2 years ago
  • Matthew has some obsessions

    These are good interviews but the interviewer Matthew has some grating obsessions - what private school you attended, what sport you were competitive at when at school (preferably AFL it seems), and what boys club inner circle you’re part of.

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    4
    toggle98
    Australia3 years ago
  • More episodes please!

    First time I’ve ever left a review for a podcast but just had to do it for this. This is the best finance/investing podcast I have come across for a long time. Top class guests and a great interviewer! Listened to all the episodes too quickly. Great work Matthew! Loved the insight from yourself and your guests.

    Apple Podcasts
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    therealcub92
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners note recurring questions about schools and clubs, which they find repetitive but not deal-breaking.
Great mix of established leaders and rising stars; unique backgrounds and success stories.
Consistently strong interviewer who draws out guests' personal stories and leadership qualities.

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Dr Don Hamson: The pivot that built a $25bn business
Q: What role does education play in acquiring new investors for a niche, quantitative strategy?
Education is central; convincing financial planners and clients about the rigor and benefits of a systematic approach helps grow adoption beyond early adopters.
Dr Don Hamson: The pivot that built a $25bn business
Q: How does the 130/30 shorting structure work in practice?
The structure effectively creates a 160 million gross exposure by shorting part of the fund while maintaining an overall market exposure similar to a long-only fund, with shorts intended to underperform the market but provide downside protection.
Dr Don Hamson: The pivot that built a $25bn business
Q: Was it easy to move from your previous roles into running your own fund with Plato?
It was a tough journey, fueled by a belief in better processes and hiring smart people; the move required accepting risk, backing from backers, and persistence.
Dr Don Hamson: The pivot that built a $25bn business
Q: Interesting. Can we just talk about that period 2006-2008?
The period forced a pivot away from the original shorting strategy to an income-focused approach designed for retirees, and the team emphasized educating the market to adopt the new product.
This ain’t junk! Why GYG’s Steven Marks refuses to compromise on quality
Q: How does that work working for hedge fund legend Steve Cohen?
Marks describes his experience working at SAC Capital, focusing on the insights gained about market discipline and emotional detachment.

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What is Success and More Interesting Stuff about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced interview series centered on Australia's finance, business leadership, and high-performing individuals. Conversations typically explore career journeys, leadership challenges, market views, and the strategic decisions that shaped successful companies and investment theses. Notable strengths include a focus on personal stories behind public success, a blend of corporate governance insights, and seasoned market perspectives from prominent guests. Listeners who want practical lessons from executives and investors, plus a window into the thinking behind major business moves, are likely to find this show valuable. The format often emphasizes the people and their underlying mindset as much as the figures they manage, which makes it a... more

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Recent guests on Success and More Interesting Stuff include:

1. Manny Pohl
2. Dr. Don Hamson
3. Jillian Broadbent
4. Steve Marks
5. Chris Judd
6. Jun Bei Liu
7. Shane Oliver
8. Alexis George

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