Episodes

  • Q+A: The Week Ahead | 27 Apr 2026
    Apr 26 2026

    This week we get the all-important March quarter inflation figures. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at what to expect in an environment of rising inflation, slowing economic growth, profit downgrades in corporate Australia and the looming risk of stagflation.

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    13 mins
  • Q+A: 3 million Australians to be trained: the push to make AI inclusive
    Apr 23 2026

    Artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming businesses. It’s reshaping schools, charities and entire communities.

    Sean Aylmer is joined in the studio by Justin Spelhaug, President of Microsoft Elevate, to look at how AI is being rolled out beyond the corporate world: from training three million Australians in AI skills to helping teachers reclaim hours each week.

    Justin is visiting Australia as part of the Microsoft AI Tour, which featured some of the biggest names in technology and business, including Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft. For the highlights and announcements from yesterday’s event, click here.

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    13 mins
  • Q+A: A new market regime? What investors need to understand
    Apr 22 2026

    Markets are volatile, from Middle East tensions and high oil prices to inflation, tariffs and slowing growth.

    Sean Aylmer speaks with Jonathan Armitage, Chief Investment Officer at Colonial First State, about how experienced investors cut through the noise - and why today’s environment may signal a new investment regime, with more volatile inflation, rising protectionism and shifting global dynamics. He also outlines why traditional defensive assets like government bonds may no longer offer the same protection, and where investors are looking instead.

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    12 mins
  • Q+A: Apple after Tim Cook: can the next CEO deliver in the AI era?
    Apr 21 2026

    Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO of Apple after 15 years at the helm, leaving behind one of the most successful runs in corporate history. Now, long-time insider John Ternus takes over, with AI, hardware innovation and global competition shaping the next phase.

    Sean Aylmer speaks with Josh Gilbert, Head Analyst for APAC and the Middle East at eToro, about what Cook got right, and what comes next.

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    10 mins
  • Q+A: The AI breakthroughs exciting Microsoft’s Australia boss
    Apr 20 2026

    Artificial intelligence is moving beyond hype, and starting to deliver real-world results.

    Sean Aylmer speaks with Jane Livesey, President of Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, about the AI breakthroughs that are improving outcomes for businesses and organisations. From accelerating cancer research with organisations like the Cancer Council to improving education and customer experience, Livesey explains where AI is already making a difference - as well as where companies are getting it wrong.

    This Thursday, Sydney will be home to the Microsoft AI Tour (April 23), featuring some of the biggest names in technology and business, including Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft. To find out more, click here.

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    11 mins
  • Q+A: The Week Ahead | 20 April 2026
    Apr 19 2026

    What to make of last week's dismal business confidence and consumer sentiment figures, what the labour figures tell us about the RBA's next interest rate move, and a closer look at the Aussie dollar's strong run. Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas.

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    13 mins
  • Five Questions: Have we made travel worse - even as it’s gotten easier?
    Apr 18 2026

    Have we made travel easier... but somehow worse? From seat space and in-flight Wi-Fi to queues, convenience and expectations, Michael quizzes Sean and Adam on what really makes a good trip today.

    Does experience still matter more than efficiency? Do airline and hotel brands still influence decisions? How does travel change depending on who you’re with?

    Plus, their one fix to improve travel immediately... including a very specific request from Sean.

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    14 mins
  • Q+A: $2bn pipeline: how Aussie businesses can win work in the Pacific
    Apr 16 2026

    There’s a $US2 billion pipeline of infrastructure projects across the Pacific - and up to $14 billion more behind it - but many Australian businesses aren’t taking advantage.

    Sean Aylmer speaks with Austrade’s Trade Commissioner for the Pacific, Tim Houghton, about why the opportunity exists, what types of projects are on offer, and how businesses - from SMEs to large corporates - can get involved.

    The new platform launched by Austrade can be accessed here.

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    11 mins