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Interviews with leading Australian entrepreneurs and business builders, commentary, economic analysis and trends
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Why start-ups fail: a roundtable discussion on venture capital in Australia [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Start-ups and venture capital: a roundtable discussion How great of a challenge do Australian entrepreneurs face in trying to set up their own businesses? Successful start-ups depend on venture capital to grow and thrive, yet many innovative idea-smiths fail to impress investors with an inadequate understanding of the commercial side of their businesses. In this new year, is there a disconnect growing between business founders and funds? You won’t want to miss this special edition podcast, featuring eight (count ‘em, eight!) influential investors and start-up specialists and their insights on promoting a healthy venture capital industry in Australia. The featured guests are: Vern Bowles, founder of Hatchtech Darren Kelly, CFO of Fibre-Tech Grant McLachlan, CEO of Neuprotect Chris Nave, co-founder of Brandon Capital Partners Michael Panaccio, Investment Principal at Starfish Ventures Brigitte Smith, Managing Director of GBS Venture Partners Stuart Snell, Communications Manager of AVCAL Katherine Woodthorpe, CEO of AVCAL Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. European-style hot chips, | 8 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rick Hooper, energising the developing world with Cool Company Barefoot Power [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Rick Hooper This podcast features a chat with Rick Hooper, CEO of Barefoot Power, a highly lauded company that distributes clean and renewable energy products, including solar panels and LEDs, in underdeveloped communities in Africa and Asia. Here, Hooper talks about the business model that defines Barefoot Power and his efforts to expand the company’s outreach. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. | 4 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How retailers are changing up their operations to meet the online shopping demand [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: PayPal Australia’s Adrian Christie In this podcast, Adrian Christie of PayPal Australia talks to Leon and Garry about the exponential rise of online shopping in Australia. With growth rates as high as 400% in the past year, Christie presents his analysis of how thousands of businesses, large and small, are adjusting their retail operations to meet this growing trend. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. European-style hot chips, | 30 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Mumtrepreneur Antonette Golikidis on promoting chemical-free infant care [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Antonette Golikidis Antonette Golikidis is the founder of Little Innoscents, which manufactures baby skin care products (including lotions, oils and creams) that are made from wholly natural and organic ingredients. In this interview, she shares some background on Little Innoscents: how her experience as a mum has informed her business and how she strives to keep her brand sustaining the baby market. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. | 10 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Are daily deal sites recession-proof? Catchoftheday founder Gabby Leibovich says yes. [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Gabby Leibovich Gabby Leibovich has established himself at the forefront of the online deals industry in Australia with two very popular sites, CatchOfTheDay and Scoopon. In particular, CatchOfTheDay has grown exponentially since Leibovich started the business five years ago, when he began selling excess merchandise out of his garage. In this podcast, Leibovich explains the business model that he believes has allowed him to weather the GFC and pinpoints the challenges that traditional, physical department stores must now face. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. | 8 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Bike Exchange CEO Jason Wyatt on getting into high gear with online retail [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Jason Wyatt Australia’s top biking retail website, BikeExchange.com.au has rolled out some impressive numbers: 535,000 visitors every month, 85,000 database users and over 50,000 bicycles and cycling accessories sold since the site’s inception in 2007. Bike Exchange has emerged as the go-to site for both local retailers and individuals Australia-wide looking to buy or sell their bikes or bike parts. In this podcast, Leon and Garry have a chat with Bike Exchange CEO Jason Wyatt about his company’s accomplishments and aspirations. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. European-style hot chips, | 23 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How do Australian executives feel about the current business climate? [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Barry Westhorpe Barry Westhorpe is Chief Executive of The CEO Institute – Victoria, a leading networking group for senior executives. In this podcast, Westhorpe explains the results of a recent report released by the institute on CEO confidence levels in Australia. While news has been good for the financial and service sectors, business sentiment is turning pessimistic due to uncertainty in overseas markets and in Government policy on SMEs. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. European-style hot chips, | 18 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The sad, pitiful self-destruction of the Qantas brand, explained. [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview: Branding expert Michel Hogan Qantas has stuffed up its once iconic brand by commoditising itself out of business, according to Brandology’s Michel Hogan. In this Talking Business interview, Hogan pulls no punches in her blunt assessment of the airline’s “race to the bottom” and its loss of consumer confidence. Can the Flying Kangaroo sell itself once again as Australia’s premium airline? Have a listen to the podcast to hear Hogan pinpoint Qantas’s brand weaknesses and the lessons the company should have learned from Apple. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. Image by wheredidgogogo European-style hot chips, | 9 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How to boost Australian innovation? A look at “trends” and “tends” with Curve Tomorrow [PODCAST] | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview A growing concern that Australia may be falling behind in the field of innovation led three guys to found Curve Tomorrow. Treating innovation as a science, the team is shaping a platform that crosses disciplines and makes it easier for enterprises to collaborate with university and government research programs. The three in charge — Vikash Rugoobur, Avinash Rugoobur and Mohinder Jaimangal — all come from decorated business and technology backgrounds. Of late, the Curve Tomorrow team has joined forces with EDay Life in its development of an electric car; Vikash recently explained to Leon and Garry the tablet he has been designing that will control the car’s operations. This podcast features an extended interview with the trio, in which we hear about Curve Tomorrow’s prescription for boosting innovation at home — in particular, how they measure old and established trends and pinpoint possible new ones (what they call “tends”) to produce the Next Big Thing. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes European-style hot chips, | 29 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Is this the future of fast food? Mark Koronczyk tells the story behind Lord of the Fries. | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Mark Koronczyk, Lord of the Fries Garry and Leon talk with Mark Koronczyk, founder and CEO of successful food outlet Lord Of The Fries. Originating in a van, the Lord has grown into five store locations in the Melbourne area. The chain emphasizes fresh ingredients with an all-vegetarian menu that includes soy protein hamburgers and, of course, its signature European-style hot chips. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes European-style hot chips, | 4 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Abigail Forsyth on raising consciousness, one coffee cup at a time | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Interview Abigail Forsyth is the founder of KeepCup, a company that sells reusable plastic coffee mugs as eco-friendly alternatives to paper cups. In this podcast, she talks to Garry and Leon about winning the endorsements of baristas, selling to corporates around the world, and how to sell the message behind the product itself. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes European-style hot chips, | 25 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Why companies should never waste a good crisis: An Interview with Deloitte Chief Giam Swiegers | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Giam Swiegers, Interview This podcast features an interview full of insights from Giam Swiegers, CEO of Deloitte Australia. Advising that a company should always seek opportunity in times of crisis, Swiegers has stayed true to form: Deloitte continues to take on new staff and maintain an aggressive acquisitions strategy. Swiegers also talks about innovative people and his firm’s welcoming of social media as a tool to increase accountability. Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. | 11 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Does Australia have a bipolar economy? | Talking Business is a podcast review of the Australian economy, presented by seasoned business journalists Leon Gettler and Garry Barker, produced in association with the RMIT College of Business. It features interviews with prominent business leaders and expert analysis from RMIT academics. Analysis RMIT economist Sinclair Davidson talks about what’s been described as Australia’s “bipolar economy” with the mining sector booming but other sectors like retail and manufacturing struggling. Press play to listen. Talking Business Podcasts on iTunes Garry Barker and Leon Gettler both have established careers with The Age newspaper, where Garry Barker is its Technology Editor, and Leon Gettler is a Senior Business Journalist. Gettler also works freelance on a number of other publications. | 8 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 13 Episodes |
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