The Shady Economist
Here you will find curious economic market perspectives, breaking down theories and issues into engaging discussions. Whether you're aiming to expand your knowledge of global economic events or decode the ways market shifts and policies impact your life, this podcast is where you should begin. Join me and connect on Instagram @the.shady.economist!
Episodes
26 episodes
Taylor Swift - the economic (anti) hero
Taylor Swift isn’t just the music industry, she’s the economy. Tune in to understand her global impact on growth during the Era’s Tour. What does it all mean for hospitality, accomodation and transport sectors? Is her economic agency enough to ...
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8:35
How to find success in a world of capitalism
Why does self worth and productivity guilt stem from capitalism? With the recent ‘fall’ in grind culture, does the resistance to the capitalist imperative suggest that productivity itself has outgrown its importance?Tune in find out why...
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9:21
E24: Fringe Benefits?
Step into the world of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to explore how this iconic event balances artistic freedom with financial realities at the intersection of a cost of living crisis and housing market meltdown.
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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20:30
E23: Is art worth it?
Join me in a conversation with Dr Elizabeth Burns-Dans, Art Historian, University Lecturer and Gallery Coordinator, to break down how society accounts for the historical and contemporary value of art.What does the future of the art econo...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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45:46
E22: Financial Literacy is Sexy
Do you have a kink for finance? Tune in for a bite-sized breakdown of the relationship between inflation, the cash rate and the value of your money.
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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6:33
E21: When will WA be ready to open borders?
Tune into an interview with Libby Mettam - Liberal member for Vassee and Shadow Minister for Health; Mental Health; Disability Services; Prevention of Family & Domestic Violence. Given the recent announcement of the extended hard border, wh...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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27:51
E20: Buy now or wait?
Everything you need to know about the Australian housing market in under 11 minutes. What's caused the surge in house prices over the past year and when do we expect the market to cool down?
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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10:27
E19: Does the US Have Australia's Back?
An interview with the most senior US public official in WA - US Consul General David Gainer. Tune in to understand the importance of the US to the Australian economy from a trade and foreign investment perspective, the focus toward...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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45:53
E18: The Influencer Economy - Is it worth it?
Drawing upon personal anecdotes from Ilma, (Instagram handle - 'hellomoia'), I discuss whether it's worthwhile pursuing a vocation as an influencer; the effect of rising influencer saturation on the labour market; what benefits brands receive f...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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24:10
E17: Beers & Budget: Will the Deficit Strike Back?
Tune in to my conversation with WA Business News Journalist, Matt McKenzie. Here we dive into key federal budget outcomes to secure economic recovery after the pandemic and importantly, what this means for Australia. Is there room for Modern Mo...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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44:51
E16: Your Guide to Start-up Funding and Stock Market Valuations
An interview with Rob Affleck, Innovation Engagement Manager and start-up funding expert at Woodside Energy. Tune in to understand how to value the stock market and what you need to consider before investing in start-ups, index funds, singular ...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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48:46
E15: Economic Impacts of Mental Illness in Australia
An insightful interview with Celia Hammond MP to discuss the economic impacts of metal illness in Australia and the Government's response to address this systemic issue.Follow and contact me:Instagram
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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30:11
E14: Finding Your Golden Nugget
Trying to find and fulfill yourself with a creative pursuit but not sure what it could be or where to start? This short FEATURE episode will provide you with some strategies on how to find your 'Golden Nugget'.Follow and contact me:...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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15:00
E13: Investing for Beginners
New to investing or want to get started? Tune in to this episode with 'finfluencer', Tash Etschmann (Insta @tashinvests), to strip all investing jargon back to basics. Tash will answer all your questions - Where do you start? What inves...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:43
E12: Drugs & The Black Market
Tune in to my conversation with Dr James Colalillo to understand why we are seeing an upward trend in the demand and supply of Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS) sold on the black market, the current issues associated with tracking their marke...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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37:16
E11: 2 Italians, 1 Cannoli
A compelling conversation with small business owner, Luke D'Ambrogio. Luke just started his one-man business called, 'Divine Cannoli', and has already sold out for Christmas! Tune in to understand the most effective marketing and business strat...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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26:01
E10: Don't fight the robots. Tax them.
Can we place tax file numbers on robots? If automation continues to substitute for labour, what will this mean for government revenue, income inequality and welfare distribution? Tune in to an insightful conversation with with Julie Matheson, f...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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47:36
E9: Beers & Budgets - Future of the WA Economy
A compelling conversation with Matthew Mckenzie from WA Business News on the current and future state of our WA economy, with perspectives on the recent release of State and Federal budgets.Follow and contact me:Instagram
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:32
E8: Universal Basic Income: Is it time?
Is Universal Basic Income the solution to the personal and economic effects of COVID-19? Explore the upsides and downsides of UBI in this episode to determine whether this 'one-size-fits-all' program would work.Follow and contact me:
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:39
E7: The Economics of Disposable Dating Culture
Did you know the nature and tactics of dating culture are really all about economics? Tune in to apply some economics principles to your life. This episode covers topics ranging from the demand and supply for relationships, the opportunity cost...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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22:42
E6: Going Green - The Economics of Energy
A conversation with Business News Journalist, Matthew Mckenzie. Tune in to explore how economics intercepts energy, how effective Australia's policy stance is towards climate change, and where we see the future going with renewables. Fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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41:24
E5: Rent or Buy? The Millennial Dilemma
Why do some believe home ownership is a smart financial move while others believe it's one of the worst financial moves you can make? This episode will equip you with the economic tools to assess your financial situation and understand the dyna...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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17:21
E4: The Drag Queen Economy
A very insightful conversation with a well known Perth drag queen, Skye Scraper. How are drag queens and economics related? Everything you need to know from RuPaul's business model, representation in the LGBTQ+ community, drag price wars and fl...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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38:04