Worldonomics

In this episode, UQES dives into the career of UQ Economics Alumni, and current Head of Structural Policy Analysis at the OECD, Dan Andrews. Dan completed a Bachelor of Economics/Arts at UQ with first class honours and the university medal back in the year 2000. Since then he has spent time working at the RBA, The Treasury, the OECD and he also completed a Master of Public Administration at Harvard University. He now specialises in public policy with a specific focus on the implications of technological advancement and changes in the labour market on global productivity.Additionally, within the episode, Dan reflects on the increasingly important role of data analysis in shaping policy in a more data-driven world, and he gives a few insights into the books that most influenced his love for studying economics.

Our guest on episode 3 of Career Pathways  is Hugo Bell! Hugo is an investment banking associate at HSBC working in leveraged  & acquisition finance. Bronwyn chats to him over the phone about his university experience and she attempts to understand his job as he gives us an insight into IB.  Tune in to hear how Hugo maintains the elusive work-life balance and the stellar advice he has for ES members!   (Tip: use earphones for a better listening experience. Audio through the phone call isn't as great. Apologies!)    UQES would like to acknowledge the First Nations people as  the Traditional Owners of the land on which part of this interview took place,  Meeanjin (Mee-an-jin), Brisbane. We recognise the country north and south of the Brisbane River, as home of both the Turnbul and Jagera nations. We pay deep respects to all Elders past and present and future.

Fiona's journey takes her from PNG, to New Zealand, to the UK and back to PNG.  Listen in to to find out more about Fiona's position as CIO for the largest super fund in Papua New Guinea and her experience working in the industry in developing country!  UQES would like to acknowledge the First Nations people as the original inhabitants or as the Traditional Owners of the land on which this interview  took place ,Meeanjin (Mee-an-jin), Brisbane. We recognise the country north and south of the Brisbane River, as the home of both the Turrbul and Jagera nations. We pay deep respects to all Elders past and present and future.

Grace Houlihan, a recent UQ Graduate speaks to the team about her transition from student to economist at the Queensland Treasury. Listen to find out about Grace's university experience and advice for current students! 

Was 9/11 funded by money laundering?  Do remittances artificially prop up exchange rates?Listen to find out! This week, Jo chats to Professor Richard Brown about remittances and foreign aid against the context of labor migration and broader immigration. Professor Richard Brown discusses his work and findings  on remittances and explains the implications of this for policy. 

No Boomer, immigrants are not here to steal your job!On this episode, the diversity team and Professor Richard Brown discuss all of the rumours you’ve heard about immigration and how it effects our economy.    Join us as we chat about the effect immigration has on jobs, wages, taxes and a whole lot more. Want to know what’s fact or fake? Tune in here to find out…

This week, Isaac from our Corporate team discusses the future of work with Senior Workforce Success Executive at Tanda, Phil Johnson. Expect to hear about: traps in employment data, the change in the type of worker that will valuable in the future, the rise of competency based training and the effect of this and blending of blue collar and white collar roles. Phil and Isaac also discuss different ways to make the most of the changing demands and how to differentiate yourself and your resume in a Post-Covid world. 

In this episode our diversity team chats to Dr Fabiane Ramos and Dr Belinda Eslick about the myth of lean-in (aka corporate) feminism. Join us as we touch on topics such as the ambition gap, gender equity, and the role of capitalism in sustaining gender inequality. We’ll discuss what leaning-in means and how it can be harmful in a corporate environment.Here is a balanced article about the 'lean-in myth' that our guests recommended:https://thefeministwire.com/2013/10/17973/

In Part 2, Jo from our Diversity Team and Jim Walker continue their discussion. They discuss incarceration rates, deaths in custody and the three pillars of racism and their consequences. Listen to find out the possible  solutions and ideas brought forward to help combat harmful stereotypes and cycles. Keep an eye out for the final instalment of the Closing the Gap series next week. 

Welcome back to Worldonomics! In this episode, Jo from our Diversity team chats to Jim Walker about Closing the Gap. Want to learn more about Closing the Gap but don't know where to start? Tune in here to find out...Jim Walker has been involved in advocating for the rights of Indigenous Peoples in excess of 20 years both in Australia and internationally.He is an Aboriginal man of the Jagera, Yiman and Goreng Goreng First Nations peoples of Australia.  He has been involved in development and implementation of policies and programs in the fields of social justice, education, health, housing, economic development, Indigenous rights advocacy, Indigenous cultural protection, environment protection and science research.He holds a Bachelor of Business (QUT) and a Master Degree in Public Administration at the University of Canberra.(https://sees.uq.edu.au/profile/14514/jim-walker)

Welcome to Worldonomics Season 2! In this episode, our Education team chats to Dr Jorge Miranda-Pinto about the short run macroeconomic effects of this pandemic. They discuss the questions on everyone’s mind about jobseeker, the effectiveness of the current policies, and touch on moral hazards and unconventional monetary policy.

Resources: Black Lives Matter(https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/)(Click on #BLM Australia, you will be directed to resources and also useful links to donate should you wish)Donate:Sisters Inside(https://sistersinside.com.au/about/support-us/)North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency(http://www.naaja.org.au/donate/) (See first link for more options to donate)

Stay Tuned to the end to hear application tips from our Secretary, Jen! Approximate time stamps to help you out: 1:00 Recruitment Process w/ Secretary Jen3:30 President-Machel 4:30 Treasurer- Grace5:30 Publications VP- Zach7:00 Marketing Officer- Sushankar8:15 Education Officer- Luisa9:17 Corporate Officer- Ryan 10:30 Socials Officer- Emily 11:42 Diversity VP - May, Diversity Officer- Liam Don't forget to register and attend the webinar to find out more, or to have any questions answered! Registration for UQES 101 Webinar: https://forms.gle/SSdrc8E6QrpLYiJH9Nominate your interest in an Officer position here:https://forms.gle/6XVEJm1cNppsua7YAApplications close 11.59pm Friday 5 June. Don't miss out!Podcast Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Podcast Correction: Domestic Violence costs the economy $22 billion. In the podcast, the figures $22 Million and $27 Billion were incorrectly stated. Famin's Instagram: instagram.com/famin_makes/Donate at https://www.givenow.com.au/crowdraiser/public/FaminMakesforWLS/Podcast Music: Podcast Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

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In the third installment of our Internship Experiences series, we interview our very own UQES executives, Thomas Mitchell and Kosei Stephenson. Both Thomas (Publications Officer) and Kosei (Socials Officer and Sports/Culture Director) indulge us in their fascinating summer experience, working as interns in the finance function for Boeing Defense Australia.