Finance & Fury Podcast
546 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsThere is zero formal financial education through the standard schooling system.
Your formal education prepares you for your career and making money! ...but after graduation you're on your own trying to figure out what to do. This leads to a lot of frustrated, furious people!
Finance and Fury picks up where your formal education left off, providing a unique insight into the world of economics, personal finance and building wealth with three different episodes each week.
To start the week, in Mondays' episodes we look directly at personal finance, so you can act independently and make your own financial decisions - not follow the crowds. Let's be real here, how well is that working out for the ‘average’?
Say What Wednesdays – Each Wednesday we give you the answers you are looking for and respond to questions from our listeners (that's you!)
Furious Fridays – Each Friday we explore often misunderstood topics about finance and the economy, shedding some light in dark places, and challenging some common misconceptions.
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Episodes
Sunk costs and the Commonwealth Games
August 11, 2023 05:47 - 21 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode, we look at sunk and prospective costs using the Commonwealth Games as an example. The aim of this is to see how to make better financial decisions in your everyday lives.
Private equity investments
July 28, 2023 01:19 - 25 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode, we discuss private equity investments versus investing in the share market. As this asset class has become more accessible to every day investors, is it worth it?
Predicting future market returns using the Buffett indicator
July 14, 2023 03:35 - 26 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode, we explore the Buffett indicator. Can this metric be used to predict the performance of the share market in relation to its average return?
Incentives, economic inequality and poverty
July 05, 2023 05:57 - 24 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode, we look at the current state of governmental policies to solve poverty. We will be looking at the current solutions to the problems of economic inequality and poverty and then some alternatives.
The importance of economic incentives, problems and economics
June 29, 2023 03:51 - 21 minutes - 24.8 MBIn this episode, we will look at economic incentives and human nature and how our responses to incentives can be our best and worst quality at the same time.
End of the financial year checklist
June 21, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode, we look at strategies to minimise tax or maximise wealth benefits prior to the end of the financial year.
Debt ceilings and defaults
May 31, 2023 04:29 - 19 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode, we look at the news about US debt defaults from reaching their debt ceiling. Whilst a default is unlikely to happen, what does this mean for financial markets now and into the future?
The French Revolution to Marx
May 17, 2023 04:29 - 25 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, we look at how the seeds of communism came from the free-market ideals that contributed to the breakout of the French revolution.
Are banks doing more harm than good?
May 11, 2023 02:12 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, we look at the concept of the financial curse, looking at the Goldilocks ratio of the financial system.
Regulations and the war on drugs
May 03, 2023 03:37 - 24 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode, we look at if regulations can solve societal problems. To explore this concept, we will be looking specifically at drug regulations to see if this has been a positive or negative detriment on the economy and society.
How to negate Central Banks negative effects in your own life
April 27, 2023 23:20 - 24 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode, we look at if we even need Central banks but as they are probably not going anywhere anytime soon, we look at how to negate their negative financial effects on your own life.
A case for abolishing Central Banks
April 19, 2023 03:19In this episode, we break down the real harm that Central Banks do to the population of each country and by extension, the economy.
A case for abolishing Central Banks
April 19, 2023 03:19In this episode, we break down the real harm that Central Banks do to the population of each country and by extension, the economy.
Arguments for and against a housing crash
April 12, 2023 04:27 - 21 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, we will look at both sides of the arguments for and against a housing crash. Is the property market going to see a further decline, beyond what has already occurred? Or is it on the path to recovery?
The collapse of Credit Suisse, bail ins and moral hazard
March 30, 2023 03:06 - 26 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, we look at the collapse of Credit Suisse and the role bail in legislation played in their deal with UBS. We also look at the moral hazard this creates, in an effort to see if the current legislation works in our favour or against us.
Is the bank ‘crisis’ over?
March 21, 2023 22:10 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, we focus on the liquidity issues within the financial system and if this could turn into solvency problems in banks. Or can all of these issues be solved by central banks throwing more money at the problem?
Another banking crisis?
March 14, 2023 22:45 - 22 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, we look at the risk in financial markets over bank runs, and the liquidity fears and contagion risks ramping up in the financial sector. Is it something legitimate or white noise?
Superannuation under attack?
March 07, 2023 23:38 - 31 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode, we will be doing a deeper dive into the superannuation policy proposals from Labor. We will be looking at who will be impacted and what to watch out for over the coming years.
Managed Funds or Exchange Traded Funds (ETF)?
March 01, 2023 04:21 - 25 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode we compare investing through managed funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs). Whilst they are the same in many ways, we look deeper into their structure, pros and cons and when to use them or when not to.
A response to “capitalism after the crises”
February 22, 2023 03:26 - 24 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, we break down an article written by the Treasurer of Australia that argues for the government to have a more active involvement in the economy and financial markets, describing it as "values-based capitalism". Can this really better your daily lives?
Should I invest in large, mid or small cap shares?
February 15, 2023 03:07 - 24 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode, we break down investing within the share market, between choosing large, mid or small cap? We go through what different capitalisations are, their characteristics, and how these differ in their performances.
Economics of population growth
February 07, 2023 22:22 - 22 minutes - 26.2 MBIn today’s episode, we will be looking at how population growth affects economic output, along with what the optimal population growth rate is, depending on the economy that you live in.
Will the market crash in 2023?
January 30, 2023 03:48 - 18 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode, we look at the recent Ipsos survey with predictions on the year ahead. How accurate have these predictions been in the past and do the results spell trouble for the share market in 2023?
The economics of Solar – is it worth it?
January 23, 2023 03:50 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn today’s episode, we look at the economics and viability of solar energy at large, along with the cost benefits analysis when it comes to putting this on your home, viewing this from an investment perspective.
Investing around geopolitical risks
January 16, 2023 02:48 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, we look at geopolitical risks and their effects on equity portfolios. We explore how certain events impact asset pricing, what events can be ignored and how to help mitigate any risks.
The year that was and making rational investment decisions
January 09, 2023 03:06 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode, we look back at 2022 and how to remove one major cognitive bias that impacts our ability to make financial decisions or, make rational choices in general.
Frogs and taxes
January 02, 2023 01:58 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, we look at the history of taxes and what I believe is a new type of tax that we will face, being a tailored carbon tax based around your spending.
Blackstone, liquidity and investment risks
December 16, 2022 02:56 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode, we explore the concept of liquidity and what role this plays towards investment risks. We also look at the current issues with Blackstone and if illiquidity is really a bad thing, or something that can protect investors from themselves.
What is the next major risk to crypto markets?
December 09, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this episode, we look at a road to regulation for stable coins and the fallout this would have on markets.
Using economic theory to maximise your own life and personal wealth
December 02, 2022 02:16 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, we break down the economic factors of productions and rather than applying these to an economy, look at using these principals in your everyday life to maximise your own life and personal wealth.
FTX Collapse – the end of Crypto?
November 25, 2022 01:53 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this episode, we go through a full summary on the FTX collapse and lessons that can be learnt. We also look at the many moving pieces along with the potential fallout and implications for crypto markets at large.
The economics of Hollywood and investing in entertainment
November 18, 2022 02:21 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, we look at the economics of Hollywood and how this has changed over time – to help look at the potential future of their revenue streams. We compare those that produce entertainment to those that demand it.
Can a Central Bank go bankrupt and collapse the economy?
November 11, 2022 07:11 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode, we look at the roles of Central Banks and if they go bankrupt, will they bring the economy and global financial system down with them?
Is it worthwhile to hedge currency exposures on international investment?
November 04, 2022 04:10 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode, we look at hedging international investments. But what does hedging mean, and how can it help or hurt your investment returns on international investments?
With interest rates on the rise, is borrowing to invest still a viable strategy?
October 28, 2022 05:06 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, we look at if borrowing to invest is still worth it with higher interest rates. We also look at if it is better to reduce debt or use it to build wealth?
Is this another recession that we have to have?
October 21, 2022 02:50 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode, we look at the chances of Australia going into another recession and compare this to the last one that we were told we had to have.
The bane of economic growth
October 13, 2022 23:19 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode, we look at one of the most disruptive factors for real economic growth.
What goes up, must….crash?
October 05, 2022 22:27 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIn this episode, we look at the current state of the market and black swan events.
Selecting investments and building a portfolio
September 22, 2022 01:39 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode, we will be looking at a better way to select an investment than relying solely on historical performances.
Not your grandfather’s market – is part performance useful at all?
September 13, 2022 01:56 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, we will be doing a deeper dive into historical returns, particularly focusing on if past performance is useful when selecting investments.
What is considered poor in Australia and how to become truly rich?
September 08, 2022 02:40 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, we look at some recent data from the ABS. We look at the statistical concept of poverty, how to focus on what you need and not to compare yourself to others and averages.
What is the biggest mistake the average investor makes?
August 29, 2022 05:48 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, we look at some results from the recent Dalbar study, tracking the average investors behaviours. We break down why chasing returns is the biggest mistake the average investor could make and how to avoid this.
How to reduce the root causes of financial stress
August 19, 2022 03:06 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, the aim is to look at what the root causes of financial stresses are and talk about strategies to reduce these, both initially but in the long term by implementing strategies in your own lives.
Bridges to nowhere - China’s debt problems
August 12, 2022 05:58 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode, we look at Belt and Road initiative and along with the domestic debt problems that China is currently facing. Signs are starting to point to lowering economic growth but could these lead to a major economic collapse?
All else being equal, what influences property prices more than anything else?
August 05, 2022 07:19 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode we look at why credit growth has become the most important factor when determining property price movements. We look at why credit growth matters and what fiscal and monetary policy decisions over the past 30 years have created price increases and declines.
Affordable rental policies and unintended consequences
July 29, 2022 06:33 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode, we look at recent policy promises from politicians on the rental housing market. Are these the solution to achieving affordable rent? Or can they hurt those they are seeking to help along with the investors who own the properties?
Inflation and the golden age of piracy
July 22, 2022 04:52 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode, we look at a historical example of inflation from an expansion in the money supply. We also look at the difference between inflation from money supply increases in comparison to inflation coming from a lack of supply.
Are IPOs a worthwhile investment?
July 15, 2022 02:09 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode, we will be looking at investing in IPOs and if this can be a strategy for sustainable above market returns, or if this is simply a capital trap for investors.
What allocation has the most consistent returns?
July 08, 2022 00:31 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this episode, we look at some historical performances of portfolios from Jack Bogle, Warren Buffet and Ray Dalio. We look at the allocations that have provided the most consistent returns but also why this may not be the best thing for long term returns.
Alternative solutions to inflation
June 22, 2022 03:49 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode, we look at some alternative solutions to solve inflation in the long term beyond interest rate increases. We explore supply side economics to look at helping to reduce prices in the long term and increase our capacity to demand.