Best Foxtel Podcasts (2024)

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TV Bingebox 2024.E01 -- TOP GEAR AUSTRALIA S05, REN FAIRE, PRESUMED INNOCENT, LADIES IN BLACK 50:39

2d ago50:39

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Here's another episode of the TV BINGEBOX podcast to tide you over in the absence of the TV BLACKBOX podcast. ----- SURPRISE! It's a Wednesday, not a Tuesday record this week (oh well) but that only means BIGGER, BETTER, and somehow MORE INTERESTING things. Four new shows, community recommendations, and a bunch of new UpMolk and DownMolk quick-ish-…

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What 2024 Property Forecasts Got Right – And Wrong: Mid-Year Review 53:27

4d ago53:27

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Wondering how the 2024 property forecasts are stacking up so far? Tune in to our mid-year review as we dive into the real estate predictions that nailed it and the ones that missed the mark. In this episode, we dissect the key trends, market shifts, and unexpected twists that have shaped the housing landscape in the first half of the year. Today, w…

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TV Bingebox 2024.E01 -- COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS S02, RENEE GRACIE: FIREPROOF, AUSTIN S01, THE CLEANER S01 49:52

9d ago49:52

49:52

SURPRISE! You might love the TV Bingebox component of the (sadly now retired) TV Blackbox podcast...well here's Molk with an entire episode full of what you could/should be watching! Join him Tuesdays 8pm AEST for the live recording or simply enjoy it as it drops into the podcast feed here... :) ----- We're back for a short, sharp, invigorating sea…

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Red Flags You Must Know Before Hiring a Buyer’s Agent 55:27

11d ago55:27

55:27

How can you distinguish the trustworthy buyer’s agents from the rest in a market flooded with options? With so many buyer’s agents vying for your attention, it's easy to fall prey to misleading promises and hidden agendas. In this episode, we delve deep into the world of buyer’s agents, uncovering the essential red flags every prospective property …

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What Is Lenders Mortgage Insurance and How Does It Really Work? 59:44

18d ago59:44

59:44

Are you curious about what Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is and how it actually works? Do you wonder if it's necessary and worth considering when purchasing a property, or do you think it's just an additional cost you can avoid? In this episode, we sit down with Strachan Taylor from Helia, Australia’s leading provider of LMI, to delve into the d…

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The Hidden Forces Behind Brisbane’s Property Boom 54:11

25d ago54:11

54:11

Are you curious about the hidden forces driving Brisbane’s property boom? What impact is the upcoming Olympics having on the property market, and is the construction for the games draining resources from other sectors? Beyond these questions, what else could be behind this sustained period of rapidly rising property prices, and is there any sign of…

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Is Increased Housing Supply the Real Solution to this Housing Crisis? 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Could increasing housing supply alone effectively address our current affordability challenges, or is the housing crisis more accurately characterised as just a recurring issue with a new label? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cameron Murray, Chief Economist at Fresh Economic Thinking who specialises in property and urban development. We dive…

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Suburb Trends May 2024: How to Spot False Positives in Property Data 52:15

1M ago52:15

52:15

In this month's Suburb Trends report for May 2024, we're diving deep into the world of property investment, exploring a critical issue that every investor should be aware of: false positives in property data. With the property market experiencing upward pressure on prices due to low supply, investors risk being misled by appearances, just like the …

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Is Australia’s 1.2M Housing Target Attainable in the Next 5 Years? 1:01:17

2M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

As Australia grapples with the ambitious challenge of constructing 1.2 million new dwellings in the next five years, we aim to answer the pressing question: Is this target attainable? We talk about the implications of this challenge, including the need to address housing pressure and determine suitable locations for new developments. Moreover, we d…

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What’s Behind Melbourne’s Unusual Property Market Behaviour? 48:26

2M ago48:26

48:26

With property values stagnant amidst a backdrop of soaring prices in other cities, we explore the factors contributing to Melbourne's unique market behaviour. Could the city's prolonged lockdowns have played a significant role in shaping its property landscape? What does the future hold for buyers and sellers? Meanwhile, rising rents beg the questi…

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The Nexus Between Property Taxes and Housing Market Behaviour 59:24

2M ago59:24

59:24

Ever wondered why economists seem to favour land tax? What happens if we get rid of stamp duty on houses? And why do some people say negative gearing and capital gains tax discounts are bad? We're here to unpack these questions and more. Join us in this episode as we explore the often-debated topics of negative gearing and the capital gains tax dis…

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S09E12 Grief porn, THE BIGGEST LOSER, and BLUEY gives us the sign of things to come 1:17:49

2M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

This week there was not enough time for us to adequately cover the full breadth and depth of even these topics: As quickly as the horror unfolded at what became the tragedy of WESTFIELD BONDI JUNCTION, so too the TV networks leapt into rolling coverage. Well, most did. The ABC ignored it, and Seven had the horses to finish running (with the latter …

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What Economic Tensions Are Impacting Australia’s Property Market? 54:52

2M ago54:52

54:52

What is driving the relentless rise in Australia's property prices, and how are homeowners managing as the fixed mortgage rates from the COVID era expire? These are important questions as we deal with rising inflation and increasing living costs, so in this episode, we tackle these issues to see how they're affecting both the housing market and pot…

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S09E11 SPOTLIGHT returns (for now); MICHAEL PELL pulls his payroll plug; and is this the untimely end of BLUEY?! 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

You almost could have predicted what we we going to talk about this week: Seven confirm that, despite the growing public displeasure with the behind the scenes shenanigans coming out as a part of the Lehrmann/Channel 10 defamation case, 7NEWS SPOTLIGHT will return this week...but they have not confirmed that executive producer MARK LLEWELLYN will m…

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Auctions: Common Mistakes Made by Buyers, Vendors & Auctioneers 1:02:48

2M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Ever wondered why people end up spending more than they planned at auctions? What about the missed opportunities for vendors due to ineffective auctioning practices? These common pitfalls not only impact individual transactions but also shape the broader dynamics of the auction process. In this episode, we're joined by award-winning auctioneer Andy…

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S09E10 LEHRMANN's (alleged) links; DING DONG's for beer pong; and ROVE make Rob livid over live (tv) 57:12

3M ago57:12

57:12

Brand new things we talked about this week: Rob delivers an exclusive update on the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case with Channel 10; Denise 'Ding Dong' Drysdale lands sprout-deep in the I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Australia jungle, which allows Rob and Robbo to wax lyrical about the taping of that infamous Christmas segment; Seven brings h…

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Can You Rely on a Strata Report Provided by the Vendors’ Agent? 55:42

3M ago55:42

55:42

Depending on a potentially biased strata report could lead to problems later on, like unexpected costs or hidden issues with the property. Without clarity on what might be omitted or misrepresented in these reports, buyers risk making decisions based on incomplete or biased information, therefore jeopardising their investment. Today, we are joined …

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Vertical Hold Ep 460: So Long and Thanks For All The Fish 2:35

3M ago2:35

2:35

After more than 10 years, more than 450 episodes and a shiny award for Independent Media, the time has sadly come to where we're going to have to wind down Vertical Hold... For now.By Adam Turner and Alex Kidman

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S09E09 New ABC Chair KIM WILLIAMS decrees; MARCIA, Marcia, Marcia; BROOKE BONEY(s) herself 54:51

3M ago54:51

54:51

Relax, fella. The ratings don't matter this week. Come over here and give me a cuddle. It's a steaming fresh pile of stuff you may be interested in: New ABC Chair and the one filling the biggest stillettos in the business Kim Williams fires a shot across the entire collective ABC staff's bow to ensure they know he means business when it comes to im…

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Queensland’s Housing Crunch: What Can Be Done to Ease the Strain? 57:33

3M ago57:33

57:33

With Queensland’s housing market facing an unprecedented crunch, many are left wondering: What can be done to ease the strain? The consequences of this housing crisis are far-reaching, affecting individuals, families, and communities across the state because it's not just about finding a roof over your head anymore. With housing prices soaring and …

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S09E08 THE DOCTOR is out (and in?); Nine's HAMISH TURNER talks their great start to 2024; McGarvey in charge (of our days and nights...again) 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Here we go, friends. It's another extremely frest episode of the TV Blackbox podcast wtth Rob, Robbo, and Molk...all completely livestreamed live, with audio as-live. Every Tuesday night in season from 8pm AEDT/7pm AEST/etc., you can join us live on the TV Blackbox Facebook page or YouTube channel. We'd absolutely love it if you joined in - as many…

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Why Is Negative Gearing Making Headlines Again? 59:51

3M ago59:51

59:51

Negative gearing and its companion, the capital gains tax discount, have reemerged as hot topics in economic and political circles. But why does it matter? Well, it affects investors, homeowners, and the economy as a whole. There's a lot of confusion about what it all means and what might happen next. In this episode, we explain what negative geari…

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S09E07 Vale MIKE McCOLL-JONES; Streaming steps up; Nine Perth getting tippy with it 46:58

3M ago46:58

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The end of an era in Australian comedy writing offers an answer to the classic "Why did the chicken cross the road?"..."To pay tribute to Mike McColl-Jones" So what did we talk about? Check this out: It finally happened...streaming has overtaken linear broadcast TV as the predominant way we watch television (and it happened last year!); Channel 9 P…

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The Data Conundrum: Brisbane’s Boom, Hobart’s Decline, and Perth’s Renaissance Revealed 58:35

3M ago58:35

58:35

The real estate landscape is constantly evolving, and recent data has unveiled surprising trends in Australian cities' property markets. Brisbane's boom, Hobart's unexpected decline, and Perth's resurgence raise intriguing questions and we're unsure if the numbers we're seeing are telling us the whole truth. Are these trends indicative of long-term…

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S09E06 META doesn't mince words; Seven seek to sway the public; and bad news for NZ 55:01

4M ago55:01

55:01

The boys are back in town - Rob, Robbo, and Molk are locked and loaded to deliver you another massive podcast. Just be careful what you wish for (in both livestreamed video and audio formats). We punch out the livestream every Tuesday night in season from 8pm AEDT/7pm AEST/etc., you can watch live on the TV Blackbox Facebook page or YouTube channel…

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Rental Pressures in 2024: Analysing Trends and Forecasts 50:32

4M ago50:32

50:32

Are rental pressures set to continue in 2024, or is there hope for easing in certain areas? Securing a rental property is becoming increasingly challenging in 2024, posing difficulties for landlords and tenants alike. For property investors, it’s about facing the task of strategically investing their funds. Meanwhile, tenants are faced with the unc…

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S09E05 The Prominence presentations; Vale Jesse Baird; and Foxtel's Hubbl almost launched into orbit 1:03:28

4M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

A little bit of kumbya goes a long way when you have to present to a joint Parliamentary committee, asking them to help save your struggling business model. Hello darlings - Robbo is out sick this week, so Rob and Molk welcome back super-sub and producer to the stars Abbey to the podcast! Also, despite all the encouragement we've returned in simult…

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How Do First Home Buyer Incentives Impact Affordability? 54:10

4M ago54:10

54:10

Do first home buyer incentives actually help make housing more affordable, or do they unintentionally worsen affordability issues? As the debate surrounding first home buyer incentives continues, we seek to understand their true effect on property prices and overall housing affordability. Governmental interventions, such as lending to first home bu…

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S09E04 10 Co-CEO exits, Melbourne Cup now on Nine, and are you ready to HUBBL?! 51:33

4M ago51:33

51:33

One half the co-CEO duo at 10Paramount gets the chop as Paramount Global boss Bob Bakish downsizes everything (again), and the Wilkinson/10 trial takes an interesting turn as Bruce Lehrmann weighs in by filing a complaint on one of 10's lawyers. We dive into hypothesizing on Lisa Wilkinson's future media opportunities and...look, we think they're n…

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What Are the Unseen Challenges in Managing the Surge of New Dwellings in Strata? 57:16

4M ago57:16

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Are we adequately prepared for the consequences of the rapid surge in apartment construction and the subsequent increase in strata dwellings? As we witness a significant increase in the number of new dwellings within strata schemes, it's essential to assess whether our current strata management practices are sufficient to handle the associated chal…

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S09E03 Wilkinson WAS fired, streaming crybabies lawsuit, and…wait — the AACTAs were on?! 48:11

4M ago48:11

48:11

Also, the Super Bowl was massive in the US and here in Australia…but was it reasonable? Rob, Robbo, and Molk return talking all things TV trends, trials, and tribulations (and we tried a new thing…but more on that later). The huge news was the affidavit from Lisa Wilkinson proving she was pushed from THE PROJECT as her court case with Channel 10 st…

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Can YIMBYs Revolutionise Urban Living Without Compromising Quality? 1:01:23

4M ago1:01:23

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The YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) movement proposes increasing urban density while maintaining the quality of life. This raises questions about the potential impact on developer profits, the power struggle between YIMBYs and NIMBYs, and the broader implications for city planning and community dynamics. Join us as we talk with Melissa Neighbour, an urb…

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S09E02 Paramount+ pulls local shows, VOZ is a mess, and the GRAMMYS set a new standard 55:00

5M ago55:00

55:00

There's real news about the fate/future of Paramount+/10Paramount that concerns even us! This week it's Rob(erto), Robbo, and Molk lining up to discuss and dissect the week in Australian TV (and attached bits). As Paramount's US boss Bob Bakish looks to be preparing Paramount Global for sale, what will this mean for 10Paramount down under? Is their…

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Strata Due Diligence, Manager Woes, Land Tax Strategies, East Coast vs. Perth, and Modular Homes – Listener Q&A Session 49:17

5M ago49:17

49:17

Join us in today's episode as we tackle real estate head-on, responding to questions from our listeners that hit close to home. Ever found yourself rushing to perform strata due diligence on a property about to slip through your fingers? We've got you covered with practical strategies for navigating this time-sensitive challenge. And what do you do…

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S09E01 Upset at Aunty, all-new ratings challenges, Grimshaw back at Nine, and hello 2024 56:07

5M ago56:07

56:07

Oh, we're back friends, and boy do we have stuff to talk about Rob, Abbey, Robbo, and Molk return for another massive year of the TV BLACKBOX podcast - fresh from our mouths to your earholes (ew). There is literally heaps to talk about tonight, from Antoinette Lattouf's firing from the ABC for a retweet to ABC boss David Anderson losing the support…

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