SMSF? Or hand it off to one of the big dogs? Aggressive? Passive? What's the best strategy? Andrew Fisher from Australian Retirement Trust sits down with Scott Phillips to explain his team's process for makin' dough, and what that means for your own investment strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Living with a disability comes with its barriers, but those at Life Without Barriers are challenging what those barriers are, and how they can be pulled down. Emma Bennsion, Chief Innovation Officer at Life Without Barriers spoke with Scott Phillips to explain how this work is happening, and what it looks like for someone with a disability and someone without. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whether we know it or not, Australians have inherited, and carry forward, a long history of what we now know as (small-l) liberalism. And it’s a worldview worth celebrating, according to philosopher, academic and writer Alexandre Lefebvre. Host Scott Phillips sits down to chat with Alexandre about what liberalism really means, and why we should lean into it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Australian economy is not the same as it was over the past half-century, and policymakers risk making a big mistake if they use that history to decide what to do next according to economist Warren Hogan. Host Scott Phillips sits down to chat with Warren, who also thinks interest rate forecasts are likely to be proven wrong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What do you get when you mix an authentic host, quality filming, a beautiful backdrop and campfire cooking? You get the YouTube channel and cookbook success of Fire To Fork, with 117,000 subscribers. And that doesn't happen by accident. Host Scott Phillips talks to Harry Fisher about content creation, the future of long form videos and the business of YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are more than 60,000 charities in Australia. So how do you know which is the right one for you... And whether that charity even passes muster? That's where charity matchmaking service, Seedling Giving, is trying to make a difference. Host Scott Phillips chats to Seedling Giving's co-founders Kylie Wallace and Jessica Bowman about the challenges of giving, and how Seedling Giving is trying to help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Simon Holmes à Court is an executive, entrepreneur, investor and more recently political influencer, through his political fundraising organisation Climate 200. He’s also the author of a fantastic book… the Big Teal. This is Simon’s second time on The Good Oil - he gave us his thoughts on the nuclear debate previously, but this time he’s here to talk about politics and the rise of the so-called Teal Independents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are a set of myths that dominate the way we look at housing, and a new book is outlining why they exist and how you can bypass them to get a clearer understanding of the market and your position within it. This episode originally published in April, but it’s worth reheating. Join host Scott Phillips as he unpacks Cameron Murray's attitude towards housing and learns about his book the 'Great Housing Hijack'. https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Cameron-K.-Murray-Great-Housing-Hijack-9781761470851See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is navigating the Australian employment market tougher than it looks? In this episode of The Good Oil, Charles Cameron, CEO of the RCSA, cuts through the noise and unpacks the real challenges and opportunities in today’s workforce. From the rise of the gig economy to managing flexible work arrangements, he explains why understanding these shifts is key to thriving in a post-pandemic job market—and how employers and workers alike can seize the moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robin Hood type situation? Or is it not that simple? What's the best way to fund Australia's retiree's, and is it as simple as taxing the rich? Maiy Azize is Deputy Director at Anglicare Australia, she sat down with host Scott Phillips to unpack the pros and cons of the differing views in Aussie retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's the best way to tax Australians? Income, land, inheritance, capital growth, assets? It's been a conversation for decades, and isn't one with an easy answer. Tim Helm from Prosper has a few theories, and the data him and his team collect are helping to back it up. https://www.prosper.org.au/author/tim-helm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The magic number, but one which is tough to reach - but, according to some, a lot easier than you think. Best selling author Dave Gow unpacks the truth behind retiring early, and explains why the steps he took were successful for him. Find Dave's book "Strong Money" - here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How can you be aware of your money? How can you stay in control of your money, whilst still making return savvy decisions? A reheat of one of our favourite episodes from all the way back in November 2022. Effie Zahos, editor of Money, Chanel 9's Today Show money expert and all round Aussie media finance powerhouse sits down with Scott Phillips to talk everyday finance and smart money decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After Peter Dutton announced the Liberal's plans for nuclear power, the convenor of the climate 200 political movement has his say on whether nuclear is a viable option for Australia. Scott Phillips sits down with Simon Holmes à Court in a recording pre Dutton announcement, which is why we're bringing it to you as soon as we possibly can. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should the government be taxing more or less? And who should be carrying the brunt of the taxation load? Thomas Walker, the CEO of Think Forward sits down with Scott Phillips to chat through TF's view on taxation, and explains that whilst he's in favour of supporting young people, he still feels we all need to pay our fair share. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a world of profit and cash, why is a social-enterprise a viable option for founders looking to make an impact? Eloise Hall is the co-founder of TABOO Period Products, one of Australia's leading period product providers, and a social enterprise that's making a tangible real world impact for women and girls facing period poverty. Eloise joins host Scott Phillips online to talk through her founders story, what TABOO is looking to do next and how she's tackling the impact vs profit conversation. TABOO Period Products is launching a new charity, the TABOO Foundation, to expand its work in addressing period poverty in Australia. To find out more, contact home@tabooau.co If you would like to support the growth of the TABOO Foundation, email us to make a donation and we can provide you with a tax deductible receipt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No principle, interest only. That's the strategy of Chris Gray, who's had major success in the industry and is passionate about sharing his methods. He sat down with host Scott Phillips to walk him through how it all works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A genuine prediction on what will happen to interest rates in 2024, and why this particular prediction is one people should really take note of. Warren Hogan is one of Australia's most respected economist, and a voice worth listening to when it comes to the housing market. He sat down with Scott Phillips to explain why he believes interest rates are set to rise in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all work hard, but do we work smart? What's the trick to optimising your time and finding the sweet spot between life and work? Tim Duggan is a best-selling author, journalist, entrepreneur and business owner. He sat down with host Scott Phillips to chat through his career and how he's working smarter, to find more success. Tim's new book 'Work Backwards' is out now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ability Agriculture is trying to change the game for people with disabilities working in agriculture, and it's founder Josie Clarke is leading from the front. Agronomist, Research Assistant, PhD candidate in gene editing for crop improvement, and passionate disability advocate, Josie Clarke is a powerhouse. The founder of Ability Agriculture, she’s on a mission to give a voice to people with a disability, to change perceptions of their capacity to work in agriculture and create opportunities for them to be involved in the sector they love. Join host Scott Phillps as he unpacks Josie's work and her continued passion for advocacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adam
I usually really like Scott's stuff, but this episode was just a 45 minute ad for whisky.