The Economy, Stupid

Former RBA board member reflects on the early days of the GFC when financial contagion threatened the global economy. Discusses the government's white paper on jobs and opportunities and the definition of full employment. Explores the increase in golf participation due to remote work and the blurred boundaries between work and leisure.

How women and their employers are paying a big price because of menopause. El Nino weather and its impact on economic staples. What are Central Bank Digital Currencies and could they change the financial landscape?  

Exploring the uncertainty surrounding China's economy and its impact on Australia. Ongoing trade disputes between China and Australia and the impact on industries. The rise of the consumer class in Asia, particularly in China. The significance of global economic development and the increasing importance of Asia in the global economy. The decline in the consumer class in certain countries and projections for future growth. The economic impact of people forgetting to cancel unwanted subscriptions and efforts to address this issue.

Psychology behind drip pricing, concerns over shifts in Ireland's economic data, impact of multinational companies on Ireland's economy, and the potential exclusion of Ireland's data from Eurozone indicators.

Exploring the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to green energy in Australia, including the slow construction of necessary infrastructure, lack of community consultation and their impact on farming practices, developing transmission infrastructure for the green energy transition, the decreasing cost of battery technology, and the need for skilled professionals and improved coordination for the clean energy transition.

Exploring the impacts of an aging population and rising demand for care services. Challenges of workforce participation, secure and well-paid jobs, and technology's role. The transformative power of the digital revolution, investment in infrastructure, and tax reform. The purpose and shortcomings of Intergenerational Reports. The principles and constraints of Islamic banking in Australia.

The podcast explores the softening job market, the reasons why people prefer tax agents over online filing, and the lack of trust in economists. It also discusses the importance of teaching economics and the lack of diversity in the profession. The speakers emphasize the need for reflexivity and alternative perspectives in economics.

The podcast discusses the rise of debt collection and late invoice payments as a potential warning sign for certain industries. It also explores the tensions between employers and workers regarding working from home. In addition, the podcast uncovers the hidden costs of online shopping returns and the challenges they pose for retailers.

Exploring the impact of transitioning to higher mortgage costs in Australia. The trade row with the EU and its effect on Australian food producers. The favoritism of financial news reporting towards the rich and its contribution to inequality.

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