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In 2021 iconic Australian company became the first non-healthcare company to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for staff.Now, 18 months on, SPC CEO Robert Giles tells Sean Aylmer why he has no regrets about the decision, and how the company has handled labour shortage and soaring energy costs.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday 30th March 2023 The Reserve Bank is under pressure to end its interest rate hiking cycle, after inflation last month was lower than expected.  Also today: A major court ruling means all employers now must ask staff to work public holidays, rather than just rostering them on  The Senate passes the $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, which the government says will ensure the future of technology and manufacturing in Australia And from the world of the rich and famous – the court battle between actress Gwyneth Paltrow and a doctor about who ran into who on the ski slopes. Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the traps to avoid when refinancing your home loan. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just two years ago, the outlook for the tourism industry was pretty grim. Now, it's a different story.David Anderson, co-founder and CEO of Big Red Group, the parent company of brands like RedBalloon and Adrenaline, talks to Sean Aylmer about the sector's recovery and the rise of 'experiences' within the industry.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday 29th March 2023 Canadian giant Brookfield wins the battle for Origin Energy after the local group’s board accepted an $18.7 billion bid.  Also today: Stumbling retail sales show that interest rates are biting  Why the Westpac boss is sick of scams And lithium stocks surge after a US company offers a mega-premium for a local company Plus don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? This week is all about the traps to avoid when refinancing your home loan. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global giant Veolia operates across water, waste and energy - so has a unique perspective on efforts across the world to become greener.Richard Kirkman, CEO of Veolia Australia and New Zealand, talks to Sean Aylmer about eco-anxiety and why we should focus on the future rather than the past.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tuesday 28th March 2023 The Federal Government wins over the Greens to pass its emissions reduction plan.  Also today: NAB warns of creeping mortgage stress among home loan borrowers Latitude says its cyber breach is much bigger than thought, affecting millions of Australians. And Greenland solves the great daylight saving debate Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young people are shunning small businesses, with Australian business owners the oldest in Asia Pacific.Sean Aylmer speaks to Gavan Ord, Senior Manager of Business and Investment Policy for CPA Australia, about the long terms risks of this imbalance, and what needs to be done to get more young people into SMEs.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.