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EscuchadoEx-Army Soldier & Defence Investor Steve Baxter on how War has changed forever
EscuchadoSteve Baxter discusses his journey from regional Queensland to establishing a defense investment fund focused on scaling Australian startups into the US market. The episode explores how modern warfare, particularly in Ukraine, is driving an intense innovation cycle characterized by 'neo primes,' drone technology, and decentralized procurement marketplaces. The conversation further examines the technological arms race involving counter-drone systems, the complexities of navigating US taxation and supply chain sovereignty, and the broader geopolitical implications of energy shifts. Ultimately, Baxter highlights the strategic necessity of defense investment as a means of deterrence in an increasingly volatile global landscape.
Gerard Rennick on How Australia’s Economy Is Broken and How We Fix It
EscuchadoGerard Rennick shares how his upbringing in a farming family and early accounting career, combined with extensive global travels, shaped a 'people first' worldview. He critiques the rise of political polarization driven by social media algorithms, the dangers of belligerent diplomacy, and the lack of hands-on experience among modern professional managers. The discussion explores specific economic proposals from the 'People First' party, including tax threshold increases, making superannuation voluntary, and creating a development bank to fund infrastructure. Rennick argues for a return to fundamental values like family and community while addressing the challenges of bureaucracy, housing inflation, and the need for domestic manufacturing.
Dr Nick Coatsworth: COVID Mistakes, Big Government & The Future of Australia
EscuchadoDr. Nick Coatsworth discusses his transition from humanitarian work with Doctors Without Borders in the Congo, Chad, and Sudan to a prominent role in Australia's COVID-19 response. The conversation explores the psychological weight of pandemic decision-making, the rise of 'safetyism,' and the use of predictive modeling to justify lockdowns. The episode further examines Australian economic policy, addressing risks in tax structural changes and imbalances within the care economy. The speakers conclude by discussing declining living standards, concerns over infrastructure corruption in Victoria, and the current lack of a cohesive national vision in Australian politics.