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Episodes
Why car dealerships make people rich
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Car dealerships don’t sound exciting, but they can be extraordinary wealth generators. Sean Aylmer is joined by Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Res...
Why 2026 might be the year to try glamping
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Camping has grown up - and glamping is one of the fastest-growing travel trends. Sean Aylmer chats with Sonny Hawkins from Luxury Escapes about why 20...
Can our newspapers, TV and radio stations survive?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Free-to-air TV, newspapers and radio have all been declared “dead”... repeatedly. Michael Thompson speaks with Tim Burrowes, founder and p...
Samsung vs Apple: who really won 2025?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung and Apple went head-to-head in 2025, and the rivalry is only getting fiercer. Michael Thompson is joined by Stephen Fenech, editor of techguid...
Why private credit is booming
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Private credit has exploded in popularity, drawing the attention of investors and regulators alike. Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Mon...
Sunken treasure vs economic sweet spots vs working remotely
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The $US15b sunken treasure vs Australia's economic sweet spot vs Sean's adventures working remotely in France: Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam ...
Albo's landslide vs Coalition's demise vs social media ban
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Albanese's landslide election win vs the demise of the Coalition vs the world-leading social media ban. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam...
The quiet Aussie sector doing world-changing things
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is emerging as a serious biotech player, backed by world-class universities, grant funding, and a growing venture ecosystem. Michael Thompso...
Tariff wars vs Europe's moment vs China's rise
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's tariff wars vs Europe's reemergence as a global player vs China's rise. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top inter...
The tech story you might have missed this year
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia punches well above its weight in global tech, but many of its biggest success stories fly a little under the radar. Michael Thompson speaks ...
Elon Musk vs Donald Trump vs rise of AI
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the incredible rise of AI - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their favourite story from the year...
Romantic holiday ideas for 2026
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it’s a honeymoon, anniversary, or just time away together, romantic travel is about slowing down... or is it? Sean Aylmer talks with Mat...
CBA & CSL slip vs the mining boom vs corporate governance
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The demise of CBA & CSL's share prices, the Aussie miners surge, and corporate governance flares up again - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam...
The ASX infrastructure vanishing act
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia once had a deep pool of listed infrastructure, but names like Sydney Airport have been taken private, and the list keeps shrinking. Sean Ayl...
Tech stocks vs gold rush vs Wall St boom
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's tech stocks vs the gold rush vs the unstoppable Wall St boom - Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top markets story ...
What investors might expect in 2026
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 has been an eventful year, with some strong returns - but what comes next? Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment M...
Interest rates & inflation vs productivity vs government spending
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three rate cuts then talk of a hike vs a government spending boom vs the big productivity challenge. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each ...
Q+A: Is the Santa rally real?
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every year around this time there's talk of a Santa Claus rally on the ASX. So what is it, is it real, and will we see one this year?Fear & Greed ...
Fast Five | 20 Dec 2025
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest business stories of the week - from a missed opportunity to fix the budget, to a massive week for Tesla and SpaceX. Join Sean Aylmer and M...
Q+A: Is the Santa rally real?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every year around this time there's talk of a Santa Claus rally on the ASX. So what is it, is it real, and will we see one this year?Fear & Greed ...
Fast Five | 20-21 Dec 2025
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 19 Dec 2025
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 19 Dec 2025
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 19 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Small beats big on ASX in ‘25 PM ...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 18 Dec 2025
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 18 Dec 2025
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 18 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Budget deficits for years Charges lai...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 17 Dec 2025
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 17 Dec 2025
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 17 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. PM says ISIS inspired Bondi attack C...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 16 Dec 2025
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 16 Dec 2025
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 16 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Tougher gun laws after massacre ASIC s...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 15 Dec 2025
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 15 Dec 2025
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 15 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Terror attack in Bondi Housing market s...
Q+A: Do we secretly like being busy?
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A drop in the national participation rate sparks a very personal discussion: what does participation look like in real life? Sean, Michael and Adam ta...
Fast Five | 13-14 Dec 2025
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 12 Dec 2025
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 12 Dec 2025
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 12 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Employment market slows Rock ’n r...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 11 Dec 2025
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 11 Dec 2025
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 11 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Social media’s “profound ...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 10 Dec 2025
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 10 Dec 2025
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 10 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Rate cut cycle ends Expenses scandal...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 9 Dec 2025
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 9 Dec 2025
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 9 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Energy rebates dumped More travel claim...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 8 Dec 2025
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 8 Dec 2025
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 8 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Miners shine as tech, healthcare fade Ra...
Q+A: The biggest mistakes managers make
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us have had bosses who didn't quite live up to expectations. Today, the Fear & Greed make a list of the eight biggest mistakes managers ma...
Fast Five | 6-7 Dec 2025
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 5 Dec 2025
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 5 Dec 2025
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 5 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Tobacco excise backfires Households spen...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 4 Dec 2025
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 4 Dec 2025
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 4 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy picks up Future Fund boss unde...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 3 Dec 2025
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 3 Dec 2025
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 3 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Federal govt’s Xmas rush Trader...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 2 Dec 2025
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 2 Dec 2025
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 2 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Defence overhaul Weight loss drugs warn...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 1 Dec 2025
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 1 Dec 2025
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 1 December 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ASX underperforms rivals Home prices sur...
Q+A: After almost 6 years as a business, what have we learnt?
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean, Adam and Michael started Fear & Greed five and a half years ago, and have learnt a lot along the way. Today, they reflect on what's wor...
Fast Five | 29-30 Nov 2025
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 28 Nov 2025
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 28 Nov 2025
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 28 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Economy picks up pace New rules to damp...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 27 Nov 2025
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 27 Nov 2025
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 27 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Inflation spikes rate cut Super funds...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 26 Nov 2025
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 25 Nov 2025
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 26 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Banks pressure over terrorism rules ...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 25 Nov 2025
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 25 Nov 2025
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 25 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Macquarie lobs $11.6b bid for Qube Ene...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 24 Nov 2025
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 24 Nov 2025
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 24 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. House prices set to jump $7 billion sho...
Q+A: Finding the opportunities in Black Friday's retail boom
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have replaced the Boxing Day sales as the year's biggest retail event. So how do three non-shoppers make the most of the...
Fast Five | 22-23 Nov 2025
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 21 Nov 2025
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 21 Nov 2025
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 21 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. DroneShield, MinRes governance pressure...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 20 Nov 2025
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 20 Nov 2025
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 20 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Banks claim support for SMEs ASX hits...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 19 Nov 2025
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 19 Nov 2025
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 19 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. CBA boss attacks RBA No rate cuts in...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 18 Nov 2025
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 18 Nov 2025
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 18 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Tech, bitcoin sell-off PM rejects shar...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 17 Nov 2025
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 17 Nov 2025
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 17 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ANZ governance slammed BHP liable for d...
Q+A: The best & worst parts of having a daily podcast
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every day for the last five and a half years, Fear & Greed has published at least one podcast episode exploring the latest business news. Today, S...
Fast Five | 15-16 Nov 2025
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 14 Nov 2025
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 14 Nov 2025
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 14 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Jobs surge dashes rate cut Libs finally...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 13 Nov 2025
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 13 Nov 2025
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 13 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Coalition set to drop net zero CBA&rs...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 12 Nov 2025
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 12 Nov 2025
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 12 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Property giants face harassment clai...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 11 Nov 2025
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 11 Nov 2025
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 11 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ANZ profit tumbles RBA plays down rate...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 10 Nov 2025
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 10 Nov 2025
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 10 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. ASX worst performers in 2025 Moderate L...
Q+A: What it's like working in radio
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two of the Fear & Greed team have a background in radio - Michael Thompson was the Executive Producer of the Ray Hadley Morning Show for many year...
Fast Five | 8-9 Nov 2025
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head to decide on the top business stories of the week.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.au/See om...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 7 Nov 2025
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 7 Nov 2025
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 7 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. $250b public servant bill NAB result dis...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 6 Nov 2025
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 6 Nov 2025
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 6 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Equities, bitcoin, gold sell-off ASIC ...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 5 Nov 2025
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...
Fast Five | 5 Nov 2025
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 5 November 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Rates on hold, cut still possible ASI...
Fear and Greed Afternoon Report | 4 Nov 2025
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today...