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Why 2026 might be the year to try glamping

Camping has grown up - and glamping is one of the fastest-growing travel trends. Sean Aylmer chats with Sonny Hawkins from Luxury Escapes about why 2026 could be the perfect year to try glamping. From luxury tents to unique nature-based stays, this is a look at why travellers are choosing the outdoors... with a few indulgent extras.

This episode is brought to you by Luxury Escapes. Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.

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Can our newspapers, TV and radio stations survive?

Free-to-air TV, newspapers and radio have all been declared “dead”... repeatedly. Michael Thompson speaks with Tim Burrowes, founder and publisher of Mumbrella and the Unmade newsletter, about the short-term future of Australia’s legacy media, from the big TV stations to networking radio shows like Kyle & Jackie O.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.

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Samsung vs Apple: who really won 2025?

Samsung and Apple went head-to-head in 2025, and the rivalry is only getting fiercer. Michael Thompson is joined by Stephen Fenech, editor of techguide.com.au, to assess who really came out on top. From Samsung’s aggressive release schedule - including foldables and even a trifold phone - to Apple’s late-year resurgence with the iPhone 17 and its professional-grade camera upgrades, Stephen breaks down the key battlegrounds.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12. All information is general in nature. If you want to invest, we recommend you visit a financial advisor who can tailor investments to your needs.

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Why private credit is booming

Private credit has exploded in popularity, drawing the attention of investors and regulators alike. Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management to explain why banks have stepped back from business lending, how non-bank lenders have filled the gap, and why private credit has become so attractive for income-seeking investors. Roger also outlines the key risks to watch for, and the importance of independent credit ratings when choosing a fund.

Learn more about Montgomery’s private credit funds at
www.montinvest.com/privatecredit

For more information, visit www.montinvest.com or call 02 8046 5000.
Follow Roger’s insights at www.rogermontgomery.com

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12. This episode is brought to you by Montgomery Investment Management. All information is general in nature. If you want to invest, we recommend you visit a financial advisor who can tailor investments to your needs.

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Sunken treasure vs economic sweet spots vs working remotely

The $US15b sunken treasure vs Australia's economic sweet spot vs Sean's adventures working remotely in France: Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate the best good news story from the year, and choose a winner.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.

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Tariff wars vs Europe's moment vs China's rise

It's tariff wars vs Europe's reemergence as a global player vs China's rise. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top international story from the year - and choose a winner.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.

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The tech story you might have missed this year

Australia punches well above its weight in global tech, but many of its biggest success stories fly a little under the radar. Michael Thompson speaks with Stephen Fenech, editor of techguide.com.au, about the Australian companies making a global impact. From Canva’s rise as a design powerhouse, to Rode, Blackmagic Design, BlueAnt and Halfbrick, Stephen explains why Australian tech is so strong on the world stage.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12. All information is general in nature. If you want to invest, we recommend you visit a financial advisor who can tailor investments to your needs.

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What investors might expect in 2026

2025 has been an eventful year, with some strong returns - but what comes next? Sean Aylmer is joined by Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management to break down the forces that shaped markets this year. Looking ahead to 2026, Roger explains why investors should expect lower returns and higher volatility, how stretched valuations could limit future gains, and why rebalancing portfolios now may make sense. 

For more information, visit www.montinvest.com or call 02 8046 5000.
Follow Roger’s insights at www.rogermontgomery.com 

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12. This episode is brought to you by Montgomery Investment Management. All information is general in nature. If you want to invest, we recommend you visit a financial advisor who can tailor investments to your needs.

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Interest rates & inflation vs productivity vs government spending

Three rate cuts then talk of a hike vs a government spending boom vs the big productivity challenge. Sean Aylmer, Michael Thompson and Adam Lang each nominate their top economic story from the year - and choose a winner.

This is Fear & Greed's summer series - all-new short episodes every day, with regular news back from January 12.

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Fast Five | 20 Dec 2025

The biggest business stories of the week - from a missed opportunity to fix the budget, to a massive week for Tesla and SpaceX. Join Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson for a five minute guide to all the business news you need to know.

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