This week, Greg McKenna, CEO of Police Bank, joins us to explore the evolving landscape of Australian lending and its impact on housing affordability. We discuss the challenges posed by current lending regulations, the need for innovative lending products, and the critical role of increasing housing supply to ensure future generations can achieve home ownership.Greg also shares insights into the competitive banking sector, the potential of AI to transform operations, and the importance of regulatory frameworks that support both consumer protection and access to credit.Follow Greg here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-mckenna-3a963922/X: https://x.com/gregorymckennaWebsite: https://www.policebank.com.au/executive-leadership-teamFollow Me here:LinkedIn:https://lnkd.in/gbqaSuBZInstagram: https://lnkd.in/guJqhENYWebsite: www.evanlucas.com.auChapters00:00 The Lending Landscape in Australia07:16 Government's Role in Housing Affordability12:01 Supply vs. Demand in the Housing Market14:40 The Need for Innovative Lending Products20:20 Competition in the Banking Sector26:23 The Impact of AI on Banking27:04 Regulation and Its Effects on the Banking Industry33:37 Building a Future: The Importance of Housing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Exchanges with Kieran Gilbert: The (Tiny) Australian Election
This week on Exchanges, I'm joined by Kieran Gilbert, Chief News Anchor at Sky News, to unpack the current state of the Australian election landscape. From low voter engagement and thin policy debates to the growing prominence of housing affordability, Kieran offers a front-line perspective on what’s shaping the national conversation.We explore the increasing scrutiny on political leaders, the influence of international relations on domestic policy, and the structural challenges facing modern governance. Kieran also reflects on the need for stronger leadership accountability and greater transparency in political discourse, as Australia heads into a critical electoral period.Follow Kieran here:Website: https://www.skynews.com.au/the-team/kieran-gilbertX: @Kieran_GilbertFollow Me here:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanlucas_/Website: www.evanlucas.com.auYou can buy my book Mind over Money here: https://lnkd.in/gxtsgt95Chapters00:00 Election Atmosphere and Voter Engagement02:48 Policy Discussions and Economic Strategies05:47 Housing as a Central Election Issue08:53 Scrutiny and the Role of Independents12:09 International Relations and Domestic Impact14:54 Future of Governance and Structural Reform17:59 Leadership and Political Accountability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Exchanges with Steve Sammartino: The culture of AI
This week on Exchanges, I am joined by one of the most cerebral digital thinkers around - Steve Sammartino. Steve explores the cultural shifts that have and are being driven by tech giants, the rise of AI, and how algorithms are reshaping public discourse.We dive into the importance of open-source technology, the future of work in an AI-powered world, and the growing political influence of corporations. Steve also calls for urgent reform in political funding to protect the integrity of our democracy in the digital age.Follow Steve here:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesammartino/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammartino/Website: https://www.youtube.com/user/SuperAwesomeMicroFollow Me here:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanlucas_/Website: www.evanlucas.com.auYou can buy my book Mind over Money here: https://lnkd.in/gxtsgt95Chapters00:00 The Role of Tech Companies in Cultural Decline02:58 The Evolution of the Digital Age05:53 The Impact of Algorithms and Polarisation09:05 The Rise of AI and Open Source12:03 The Future of Work in an AI-Driven World26:10 Political Influence and Corporate Power Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Exchanges with Mary Delahunty: The beautiful wealth creator
This week, the amazing Mary Delahunty, CEO of the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) joins me to unpack the current state of Australia’s superannuation system and its role as a long-term wealth creator. We explore the impact of recent market shifts, the need for equitable taxation, and how infrastructure investments can support economic growth.Mary also shares insights on industry consolidation, the changing bond and fixed income landscape, and why it’s time to link superannuation, sustainability, and financial equity in a broader national conversation.Follow Mary here:LinkedIn: hhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/marydelahunty/Website: https://www.superannuation.asn.au/professional-development/investment-summit/mary-delahunty/ASFA: hhttps://www.superannuation.asn.au/Follow Me here:LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gbqaSuBZInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanlucas_Website: www.evanlucas.com.auYou can buy my book Mind over Money here: https://lnkd.in/gxtsgt95Or from all good online book stores.Chapters00:00 Market Reactions and Long-Term Perspectives03:06 Superannuation as a Wealth Creator05:57 Taxation and Equity in Superannuation09:02 Investment Opportunities and Global Markets12:00 Infrastructure Investment and Government Partnerships15:13 The Future of Bond Markets and Fixed Income18:06 Consolidation in Superannuation and Fee Structures20:57 Personal Reflections and Future Directions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Exchanges with Chris Kohler: Social, Media, Money
On This Week’s Episode of Exchanges: Chris Kohler Finance Editor at Nine. Chris has had an extensive career across the Australian financial media landscape and now in the social media world. So who better to get on to discuss the evolution of financial reporting, the rise of social media as a communication tool, and how they now shape public understanding of key issues like housing affordability, monetary policy and the cost of living crisis.Chris insights into the ever changing consumer behaviour, the ethics of advertising, and the unique pressures facing today’s property market is not to be missed. As well as his biggest bug bear the importance of factual accuracy in financial journalism and why transparency in advertising practices matters more than ever.Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation at the intersection of media, money, and trust.Follow Chris here:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisKohlerNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriskohlernews/Website: https://chriskohler.news/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacoptYinDC4mnhib3tUU1OeVqcp70xGsTnc6EFRYqWPY9DLZETy08FdSG57mg_aem_3ZMDrcJeN8N0Ta55aVTpewFollow Me here:LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gbqaSuBZInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/evanlucas_/Website: www.evanlucas.com.auYou can buy my book Mind over Money here: https://lnkd.in/gxtsgt95Or from all good online book stores.Chapters:00:00 Career Overview02:48 The Avocado Debate and Housing Affordability06:02 Cost of Living vs. Spending Crisis09:01 The Impact of COVID-19 on Financial Awareness11:46 Social Media's Role in Finance Communication15:08 Property Market Dynamics and Consumer Behaviour18:05 Ethics in Real Estate and Development21:01Advertising Honesty and Consumer Awareness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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