Best Sharesies Podcasts (2024)

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Tax for investors 101 23:00

20h ago23:00

23:00

Is tax something you dread or would rather avoid? We’ve got you covered. We ask common questions and chat about what you need to know about your tax as a retail investor. Mark Lash, a partner with Deloitte Private, helps demystify some of that pesky jargon and breaks down the what, when and how of tax when investing in company shares and funds. Thi…

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Building communities and empowering people with Paul Oosting from Acacia 52:33

1d ago52:33

52:33

Paul Oosting is a growth marketer, strategic campaigner and community builder, and is currently Chief Growth Officer at environmental finance platform, Acacia. Before that, Paul Oosting was CEO at social change platform GetUp, where he built up a member base of a million people that believe in the power of people to bring about widespread change.…

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Quick Bite: The Japanese stock market hit all time high in 2024 4:04

4d ago4:04

4:04

In this quick bite: Chris Di Leva from Harbour Asset Management discusses the surprising performance of the Japanese stock market with host Dan Brunskill. Did you know Japan's market hit an all-time high in 2024, matching its 1989 peak? Chris explains the 35-year journey of zero nominal returns and recent reforms driving Japan's market rally. Plus,…

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The US v NZ investing conundrum 28:38

8d ago28:38

28:38

Why invest locally when the action appears to be in the US? The meteoric rise of US chipmaker NVIDIA and the dominance of high earning tech stocks makes it hard for the likes of the NZX and ASX to compete. We talk to Harbour Asset Management’s Chris di Leva about how the sector make-up of an index and the local economy are a huge influence. But als…

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Quick Bite: How crucial are ports to New Zealand's economy? 5:36

12d ago5:36

5:36

In this quick bite: Todd Dawson, CEO of Napier Port, discusses the vital role of ports in New Zealand's economy. Did you know 90% of the country's exports and imports travel by sea? Plus what are the revenue streams for a port? Eg: container trade, bulk trade (primarily logs), and the growing cruise industry. This quick bite is from our previous ep…

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Why invest in a port? Napier Port CEO Todd Dawson 32:34

16d ago32:34

32:34

Ports are critical to our island nation given more than 90% of our exports and imports travel by sea. Our conversation with Napier Port CEO Todd Dawson explores how a traditional business has embraced tech and supply chain logistics. You’ll find out the benefits of a public-private partnership model (including employees with skin in the game), how …

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Helping businesses decarbonise from within, with Lucy Piper from WorkForClimate 49:59

15d ago49:59

49:59

In Episode 11, Nick speaks with Lucy Piper from WorkForClimate. Lucy’s journey is far from typical. From making films and travelling the world, to empowering everyday employees to chart a path to decarbonisation from within their organisations, Lucy is dedicated to helping businesses make meaningful change.…

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Quick Bite: Can AI Speed Up Drug Discovery? 5:19

19d ago5:19

5:19

In this quick bite we talk to Dr Deborah Lambie, global equity analyst at Milford Asset Management, about how cutting-edge technologies like AI-driven molecular design, accelerated simulations, and the concept of "self-driving labs" are enabling companies to develop new medicines up to 10 times faster and at significantly lower costs. Plus, we expl…

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Weight loss drug boom—opportunities & risks 24:16

23d ago24:16

24:16

US big pharma, including Ozempic maker Novo Nordisk, continue to make huge gains from the new generation of obesity drugs. But how do investors weigh up the potential of this industry? We talk to Dr Deborah Lambie, global equity analyst at Milford Asset Management, about why these drugs have captured the world and the eye watering share price gains…

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Alfa Technology: From celebrity magician to startup founder 1:13:46

24d ago1:13:46

1:13:46

From performing magic for prime ministers and billionaires to gracing stages on shows like Britain's Got Talent. Alfie Whattam shares his unorthodox journey from entertainment to launching his own recruitment startup, Alfa Technology. Alfa builds software engineering teams for businesses operating in cutting-edge technologies like AI and Web3. Unco…

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Quick Bite: What makes a 'great New Zealand company'? 3:13

26d ago3:13

3:13

In this quick bite: Infratil CEO Jason Boyes reflects on why it’s important for the infrastructure company to not only grow globally, but still appeal to the hearts and minds of NZers. For more or to watch on youtube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Brought to you by Sharesies, with BusinessDesk. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorseme…

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Work Backwards with Author Tim Duggan 43:58

25d ago43:58

43:58

On today’s episode I caught up with a new friend and author of ‘Work Backwards’ , Tim Duggan. Tim founded a digital company known as ‘SameSame’ then eventually paved the way for a media company Junkee which is co-founded and helped to scale to great success. Despite realising his dreams, Tim found himself burnt and ready to quit. He knew something …

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How has Infratil sustained double digit growth? 33:04

1M ago33:04

33:04

What’s next for the market darling infrastructure investment company infratil? Can it maintain double digit growth? We talk to Infratil CEO Jason Boyes as the company reflects on 30 years and its $14 billion portfolio of 15 companies across four sectors—digital, renewables, healthcare and airports. Off the back of Infrail’s full year results and ou…

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Quick Bite: How low will property go? Tony's take. 4:38

1M ago4:38

4:38

In this quick bite, Tony Alexander looks at current downturn in New Zealand's housing market, delving into the surge of listings and the emerging trend of investors offloading properties. Plus the big question, when will the market recover? For more or to watch on youtube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Brought to you by Sharesies, with Busi…

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Vendor back-log keeps a lid on house prices 23:28

1M ago23:28

23:28

A sharp increase in house listings as some long-time investors exit, has put the ball back in the buyer's court. We talk to independent economist Tony Alexander about his analysis on this and the latest results from the quarterly Sharesies Investing Insights survey. You'll hear his prediction on when interest rate cuts will start, why house prices …

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Creating financial empowerment with Brooke Roberts of Sharesies 40:30

1M ago40:30

40:30

In Episode 10 of The Mucky Middle, Nick speaks with Brooke Roberts, Co-CEO and Co-founder of Sharesies — a New Zealand startup working to create financial empowerment for everyone. Brooke shares her thoughts on the B Corp movement and why every business should be a social enterprise, what it’s like sharing the CEO role with two other founders, and …

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Connectd: Embracing delusion, neurodiversity, and self-awareness in startup success 1:16:14

1M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

How this entrepreneur overcame ADHD and dyslexia and used these diagnoses as his superpower to build two businesses worth millions. Hear the inspiring story of Roei Samuel, who discusses the importance of self-belief, transparency, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Roei got an exit with his first business, Real Sport, and has gone on to build the…

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EROAD’s highway to the USA 20:42

1M ago20:42

20:42

EROAD has 120,000 devices in cars in New Zealand and is making inroads in the US. What’s the potential of this data combined with the latest in AI development? We find out in this bonus episode featuring EROAD co-CEOs Mark Heine and David Kenneson following the company’s recent financial results. Our conversation covers technology, privacy and futu…

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Energy and water tech on steroids—Gentrack 28:20

1M ago28:20

28:20

The transition to net-zero has put NZ founded tech company Gentrack on the investor map. We talk to CEO Gary Miles off the back of some impressive half-year results and as Gentrack expands into the Middle East, Asia and Europe with its software that includes smart metering, sensors and billing for power and water utilities, and airports. You’ll lea…

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Quick Bite: Where do you park your cash? With Brad Olsen 3:51

2M ago3:51

3:51

In a landscape of fluctuating interest rates, where are you parking your cash? Economist Brad Olsen breaks down the current financial environment and we ask what decisions are facing savers and borrowers? Plus, the emerging trend of shorter fixed mortgage terms... This is from our previous episode 'When will interest rates turn? Brad’s view' For mo…

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When will interest rates turn? Brad’s view 32:24

2M ago32:24

32:24

The economy has been a bleak subject for much of this year. But are we starting to see that light at the end of the tunnel? For a pulse check we talk to Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen about how NZ is faring and what makes our situation different to other parts of the world. Unsurprisingly the higher interest rate environment dominates o…

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Sooper Books: The £5 Dragons’ Den Deal that made history 1:49:24

2M ago1:49:24

1:49:24

Meet the power couple who quit their jobs and made Dragons' Den history, by giving away 5% of their business for £5. Introducing Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood, the founders of Sooper Books. Hear their incredible journey, which started as a simple idea to aid their daughter’s bedtime routine, which quickly turned into the world's number one …

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Bonus Bite: Meta's AI Ambitions: Leveraging User Data? 7:24

2M ago7:24

7:24

In this bonus bite, Frances Cook & Milford's Daniel Wu dive into Meta's (Facebook's) planned use of AI and the potential to leverage its massive user data trove. We explore how Meta might responsibly use this data for other purposes, such as training AI models, while addressing privacy concerns. Join us as we discuss Meta's AI ambitions, the challe…

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Meta in focus–AI, ethics and TikTok 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

What’s next for Meta, the tech titan behind brands like Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp? Sydney based Milford Asset Management senior analyst, David Wu, covers all the bases following Meta’s Q1 earnings, including why its forward guidance disappointed some investors. This conversation looks at the potential and the challenges ahead for Meta includ…

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Leighton’s take on ‘Woodstock for capitalists’ - the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting 11:44

2M ago11:44

11:44

We cross to Omaha, Nebraska in the US to speak with Sharesies co-founder and CEO Leighton Roberts as he fulfills a life-long dream to hear investing legend Warren Buffet. Leighton was one of 40,000+ investors from all over the world who attended the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting. Helen Matterson asks Leighton about the experience an…

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Season 5 teaser 14:58

2M ago14:58

14:58

A teaser for Season 5. We deep dive into the minds of early-stage founders, who are only a couple of steps ahead. Our unique podcast format, blending interviews with analysis, brings you closer to the action. Our hosts, Dr Becky Sage and Ollie Tiramuragan Collard unpack the business lessons for you. Join us as we tackle taboo topics and feature a d…

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Behind the B: How B Corps make business better 33:46

2M ago33:46

33:46

Ever seen a small ‘B’ logo on a product or website? You were probably looking at a certified B Corporation—a business that meets rigorous standards of social and environmental performance. Sharesies co-founder and co-CEO Brooke Roberts sits down with Alex Hannant and Mindy Leow from B Lab—the nonprofit network behind B Corp certifications—to discus…

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Clementine: Freeing millions of women to go from I can't to I can 1:19:26

2M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

The untold story of how one woman's mental health crisis led her to create a revolutionary mindset company for women. Meet Kim Palmer founder of Clementine, a company on a mission to free women from unhelpful thoughts, feelings & expectations. Kim's very personal crisis led her to champion mental well-being and create a movement for women. Clementi…

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Quick Bite: James Shaw on the 'eye-popping' numbers going into climate capital 2:52

2M ago2:52

2:52

Last week on Shared Lunch James Shaw, former Climate Change Minister, joined Pattrick Smellie to talk climate investment. In this quick bite he shares how he sees the global transition to sustainable technologies as one of the most significant investment opportunities we’ve faced, spanning infrastructure, housing, transport, energy, waste managemen…

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Kids & Money with ZM's Clint Roberts 26:19

2M ago26:19

26:19

In this Kids & Money school holiday episode, Brooke Roberts chats with ZM Drive host Clint Roberts (no relation!). Clint hosts The Parenting Hangover podcast, and shares his money experiences as a dad of two young daughters. We find out about growing up Roto-vegas, his DJ side hustle, and how tips from Hamish Blake & co-host Jordan 'How to Dad' Wat…

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Kids & Money with Jamie Beaton from Crimson Education 33:20

3M ago33:20

33:20

Join Sharesies co-founder Brooke Roberts in this Kids & Money school holiday episode for her conversation with Jamie Beaton, CEO of Crimson Education and NZ Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2023. Jamie shares his inspiring story of getting into top universities like Harvard and Yale and starting Crimson to help other students achieve their academic d…

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Ride the wave or be the wave—James Shaw 44:11

3M ago44:11

44:11

When it comes to climate investing: where are we? Where do we need to be? How will we get there? We ask former Climate Change Minister and co-leader of the Green Party, James Shaw, before he leaves Parliament on May 1. Shaw explains that while much of his job was telling the truth about a bleak subject, he’s buoyed by the ‘astonishing’ amount of mo…

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SCVC: College dropout to IPO - the journey from cofounder to deeptech investor 1:28:20

3M ago1:28:20

1:28:20

Get a rare insight into one entrepreneur's remarkable journey to a $1.5B market cap. Discover John Williams's insider strategies and personal challenges as he co-founded and scaled Kudan from startup through to IPO. John's next chapter is building SCVC, a deep tech VC he and partner Harry Destecroix wished they had as founders. This episode is a mu…

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Quick Bite: What tax differences are there with NZ ETFs? 4:27

3M ago4:27

4:27

In this quick bite, Smartshares CEO Anna Scott, explains some of the advantages when it comes to the tax treatment of NZ based exchange-traded-funds. Plus what to consider—including currency exchange—when buying offshore ETFs versus local ‘wrapper’ versions. This is from our previous episode ‘Why invest in ETFs from NZ?’ For more or to watch on you…

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Why invest in ETFs from NZ? 30:49

3M ago30:49

30:49

There are many advantages to investing in exchange-traded-funds (ETFs), but with so much choice how do you know whether to invest locally or go offshore? We ask these questions and more of Anna Scott the CEO of Smartshares—a fund manager owned by the NZX. We find out about moves to make it easier to invest in NZ infrastructure. Plus basics around E…

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Routines & Habits for Motivation with Odette Barry 50:11

3M ago50:11

50:11

Welcome back to the StartUp Creative Podcast and the first episode for 2024. On today's episode I caught up with Odette Barry who has been a long time network/friend from the creative entrepreneur world. We got chatting on Instagram about our morning routines and thought it would make for a great conversation about how different they were and how i…

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What does investing in healthcare real estate look like? 27:12

3M ago27:12

27:12

In this bonus episode we talk to Aaron Hockley, fund manager of Vital Healthcare Property Trust Fund, which is the only specialist healthcare property fund listed on the NZX. You’ll find how REITs (real estate investment trusts) work and in particular what’s unique to investing in healthcare real estate using this structure. Plus how rising interes…

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Property and investing trends—pain and gain 35:20

3M ago35:20

35:20

Investors are seeing through the doom clouds and investing in shares, while the property market is harder to navigate. We talk to independent economist Tony Alexander about investor preferences in the latest Sharesies quarterly Investing Insights Survey, which also shows crypto is edging back in popularity. Tony's pick for interest rates easing is …

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From high school dropout to high growth octopus with Katrine from Fable Foods 49:15

3M ago49:15

49:15

Nick chats with Katrine Fox, the Marketing Director of Fable Food Co., about the growth of the sustainable meat alternative brand. Katrine discusses the challenges of product launches, the importance of packaging and branding, and iterative marketing strategies. The conversation covers Fable's mission to end industrial animal agriculture and encour…

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Sharesies Special: Being AI lists on the NZX 23:14

3M ago23:14

23:14

Being AI, an AI and web-3 specialist, is the latest company to list on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX), and is now available on Sharesies. We sat down with Nyssa Waters, the CEO and co-founder of Being Consultants, and David McDonald, the CEO of Being AI, to find out more about the company, the people behind it, and its ambition for the future…

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Mr Bug - From music to mealworms 58:14

3M ago58:14

58:14

Meet Conal Cunningham, a music industry veteran turned pet food innovator, and discover his remarkable business journey of perseverance and innovation. We deep-dive into the origins of Mr Bug, a company redefining pet nutrition through sustainably bred insect protein. This startup story has everything from kitchen experiments to funding struggles a…

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Sobering times for the Red Shed 28:10

3M ago28:10

28:10

NZ’s biggest retailer The Warehouse Group is getting back to basics after writing off Torpedo7, declining sales and plans to exit e-commerce venture TheMarket.com. We talk to acting CFO Celia Mearns following the Red Shed’s half-year results, which it describes as ‘sobering’. Celia shares the challenges of online sales and competing with the likes …

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Quick Bite: Kiwi businesses are too nervous about failure 4:55

3M ago4:55

4:55

On our recent episode we caught up with Skellerup's outgoing CEO David Mair. BusinessDesk's Rebecca Stevenson chatted to David about this exceptional growth, which he puts down to a focus on process and continuous improvement driven by the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen / Kaikaku. David also thinks we're too worried about failure, so what's his appr…

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Skellerup’s David Mair on leadership and legacy 33:33

4M ago33:33

33:33

Skellerup—the Kiwi icon famous for Red Band gumboots—has gone from financial troubles to a multi-national solving complex tooling and material problems in industry and agriculture. We talk to star CEO, Skellerup’s David Mair about this journey during his nearly 14 years at the helm, and what the future holds when he steps down at the end of this mo…

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SOS Dance Global: Choreographing change and empowering a generation 1:35:36

4M ago1:35:36

1:35:36

Entrepreneurship is a lot like dancing; both require resilience, adaptability, and the courage to step outside your comfort zone. Find out how one startup, SOS Dance Global, is combining these elements to reach the top of the industry. This is a story of empowerment, resilience, and defying the odds. Bonnie Parsons, shares her remarkable journey fr…

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Quick Bite: Why business needs less regulation 5:27

4M ago5:27

5:27

Steven Joyce, former deputy PM & finance minister, shares his candid perspective on the shifting tides of the nation's business environment under the new government. He reflects on the regulatory burdens and the resilience of local businesses. Plus his take on the 'year of changing gear' and the government policy and business confidence that could …

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Changing gears—Steven Joyce on where business is headed 38:53

4M ago38:53

38:53

How will business fare under the coalition government? What’s working? What needs to change? We sit down with entrepreneur, former cabinet minister and newly appointed board member of The Icehouse & Icehouse ventures Steven Joyce to chew over these and more. You’ll learn why he thinks capital markets could be revitalised with more companies listing…

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Quick Bite: AI in your portfolio, plus the risks 5:27

4M ago5:27

5:27

What are the challenges and risks for investment strategies in the age of AI? In this quick bite Guy Thornewill and Mike Taylor from PIE Funds delve into the impact of artificial intelligence on various business sectors. They share cautionary tales, like how AI has disrupted the business model of companies such as Chegg, and provide insights into w…

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