Guest: Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli Original publication date: 10 June 2024 Original description: Currently, children can have their own profiles on most platforms from the age of thirteen. But there's a major push to have that age increased to sixteen through federal legislation. The campaign is called 36 Months, representing the three years between 13 and 16. Sean Aylmer talks to the driving force behind 36 Months, radio presenter Michael Wipfli, better known as Wippa - one third of the Nova Sydney breakfast show, Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie. Update: The social media ban for kids under 16 passed parliament on Thursday night. It had bipartisan support, but many experts and advocates have raised concerns that it was rushed through. It was referred to committee for one day, in which time 15,000 submissions were received. The passage of the legislation is now making news worldwide.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head on the top business stories of the week, with Fear & Greed colleague Adam Lang adjudicating.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, in just a few minutes.  Economists bad news on rates Chalmers pushes RBA changes REA sues Domain Social media bans Fox boom Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Zaid asks: How can people invest in the dollar and how does the price fluctuate? For example if i have aussie dollar in my bank, and the price increases for aussie dollar, does my bank account balance go up, or can i exchange more dollar and get more value if i exchange it to US dollar? Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer listener questions.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 29 November 2024 A frantic last day of the year for federal parliament with the government successfully pushing through legislation affecting housing and migration, through to social media bans and changes to the Reserve Bank.  And more, including: Business investment stays weak as interest rates bite The world’s first 24-hour equities trading exchange is given the go-ahead Plus the local share market hits another record high and takeover deals in the home building and insurance sectors Plus don’t miss the new episode of The Property Pendulum, brought to you by Domain and Fear & Greed. This week’s episode: the hottest trends in homes right now. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The average ransomware payment in Australia has soared to a massive $1.35 million, with businesses increasingly willing to pay to regain access to computer systems and data locked up by cybercriminals.Darren Hopkins and Brendan Payne, Cyber Partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, talks to Sean Aylmer about their annual assessment of the ransomware threat now faced by Australian companies.McGrathNicol Advisory is a supporter of Fear & Greed.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, in just a few minutes.  Banks lead the way Star cash woes Bid for AVJennings ACC takes on Webjet F&P disappoints Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday 28 November 2024  New inflation figures show any future rate cut is a long time away And more, including: The superannuation industry hits $4 trillion dollars A major break-through in peace negotiations in the Middle East Plus Gerry Harvey warns on the economy, and we tell you about a delivery person who hid $US132 million from his employer Plus don’t miss the new episode of The Property Pendulum, brought to you by Domain and Fear & Greed. This week’s episode: the hottest trends in homes right now. Get it from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's hot in property right now? Alice Stolz, National Property Editor at Domain, and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson look at the latest trends, from indoor smokers to infrared spas. Can the features of a home be too niche? By embracing these trends, can sellers get a premium for their property?  Plus a look at the features that have officially gone out of style.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, in just a few minutes.  ASX pushed above 8400 points Housing construction rises Rare earths warning Web Travel flies NSW likely to escape blackouts Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.