The Yarn with Senator Andrew Bragg
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Episodes
13 episodes
Housing Crisis: The Silver Bullet Nobody's Using
Supply is the Silver Bullet - Professor Steven Hamilton on Solving Australia's Housing CrisisIn this episode of The Yarn, we venture across the Pacific to speak with Australian economist Professor Steven Hamilton at George Washington Uni...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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34:36
Master Builders CEO: How to Fix Australia's Housing Crisis
In this episode, we examine the construction industry's perspective on solving Australia's housing crisis with Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders Association of Australia. From addressing skilled labour shortages to navigating complex industri...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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28:44
NIMBYs vs YIMBYs: The Fight For Australian Housing
In Episode 2 of this season of The Yarn, we dive into the grassroots movement transforming local housing politics with Jonathan O'Brien from Yes in My Backyard (YIMBY) Melbourne. From successfully challenging heritage overlays to confronting re...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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27:01
Mortgage rules are hurting Australians: MFAA's Anja Pannek on Lending Reform and First Home Ownership
Starting season 3 of The Yarn, we explore the evolving landscape of mortgage lending with Anja Pannek, CEO of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA). Join us as we unpack critical issues facing borrowers, from the contentious ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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24:17
Unraveling the Housing Crisis - Peter Tulip's Take on Zoning, Superannuation, and Government Action
In this explosive episode of The Yarn, we take a deep dive into the complexities of the Australian housing crisis. From zoning, superannuation, and government action, join us as we engage with Peter Tulip, the Chief Economist at the Center for ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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28:29
Tech Under Fire: Kate Pounder Tackles AI Challenges and Techno Nationalism in Australia on The Yarn
On this episode of The Yarn, join Kate Pounder, the dynamic former CEO of the Tech Council of Australia, as she delves into the pressing issues at the forefront of Australia's technology landscape. Broadcasting from the iconic Parliament House ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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32:03
Housing in Crisis: Erin Reily's YIMBY Approach to Combat NIMBYism
In Today’s episode we sit down with Erin Reily, a driving force behind YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard), an organisation dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by NIMBYism (Not In My Backyard) and how YIMBY emerged as a counterforce advocating ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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29:58
Navigating Australia's Economic Outlook with Stephen Halmarick: Chief Economist at the Commonwealth Bank.
Welcome to the Summer Series - Season 2 of The Yarn! In this episode, we welcome Stephen Halmarick, the Chief Economist at the Commonwealth Bank, for a deep dive into the currents shaping Australia's economy. As we navigate through...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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27:05
Navigating the Dynamic Interplay: Governance and Commerce - A Candid Conversation with Jason Falinski
Today we delve into politics with our guest the new NSW Liberal Party President Jason Falinski. Jason talks about enterprise-focused issues like tax and regulation as well as the nuances of the political landscape.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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26:59
Navigating the Crypto Frontier: A Conversation with Caroline Bowler of BTC Markets
In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of cryptocurrency with Caroline Bowler, the driving force behind BTC Markets. With over 300,000 Australian clients and $23 billion in assets processed, BTC Markets is shaping the crypto landscape ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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34:09
Challenging Economic Norms: A Deep Dive with Dr. Cameron Murray on Superannuation, Rent-Seeking, and Political Favoritism
Today we dive deep into the complexities of economics and policy with Dr. Cameron Murray. A contrarian economist at the University of Sydney, Dr. Murray challenges the status quo on superannuation, financial sector issues, and why our system is...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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34:05
Unraveling White-Collar Crime: A Conversation with Investigative Journalist Adele Ferguson
Today, we're joined by Adele Ferguson, an award-winning journalist from ABC, who has been a key figure in exposing corporate scandals and regulatory shortcomings. Tune in as we discuss the role of media and politicians in holding institutions a...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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30:00
Unlocking the Government: Former Senator and Submariner Rex Patrick on Transparency, FOI, and Senate Power
Today, we're joined by Rex Patrick, a former Senator and submariner, and now of Transparency Warrior. Tune in as we discuss the challenges of obtaining government information, the role of the Senate, and how Rex is still shaking things up post-...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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