Hannah Wootton

Join professional services reporter Maxim Shanahan, who keeps a close eye on scandals, and Hannah Wootton, a columnist skilled at humanizing the news, as they unravel the chaos at Slater and Gordon. They discuss a shocking, all-staff email that exposes internal strife and serious allegations of employee underpayment. The episode dives deep into the scandal's implications for workplace culture, revealing the involvement of a mysterious figure with a troubled past. Don't miss their insights into restoring trust amid controversy!

In this conversation, James Thomson, a Chanticleer columnist for The Australian Financial Review, teams up with reporter Hannah Wootton to dissect the turmoil in Australia’s superannuation sector. They explore the significant lawsuit against Cbus for insurance claim delays, questioning accountability and customer trust. With super funds facing a governance crisis, they discuss the emotional toll on Australians due to poor claims handling. The duo also examines the urgent need for enhanced customer service and governance reform to restore faith in the system.