Shared Lunch

Epizódok

• Bite: Should ambitious Gen Z leave New Zealand? (Bonus) 25.05.2026 5p

  “So many people feel like they’re falling behind.”In additonal to our recent chat with Luke Kemeys from Keep the Change, Leighton and Luke share their thoughts on wealth, gratitude, opportunity, and why New Zealand still has something special. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions can be found on our website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Sharesies Wills are a simple online will product that has been co-designed with legal experts to meet New Zealand legal requirements. However, Sharesies is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. This service is a "do-it-yourself" tool for straightforward estates. See our website for full terms and conditions. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Can you still hit your first $100k? With Luke Kemeys of Keep the Change 20.05.2026 28p

  Why are we hooked on negative news? Luke Kemeys of Keep the Change joins us to dissect the media "doom loop" and how the algorithmic bias towards negativity impacts money decisions.  We discuss the psychological impact of hitting your first $100,000 milestone and why compounding returns feel completely different after you cross that barrier. Luke explains how he’d reverse-engineer a 25-year financial plan, how to overcome action paralysis, and whether the goals of the FIRE movement are really attainable—or desirable. We also discuss the gap between Kiwi business and the wider Asia-Pacific region when it comes to adopting technology — and how a new generation is acquiring business from retiring baby boomers and using digital upgrades to rapidly increase profitability. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Sharesies Wills are a simple online will product that has been co-designed with legal experts to meet New Zealand legal requirements. However, Sharesies is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. This service is a "do-it-yourself" tool for straightforward estates. See our website for full terms and conditions. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Inside NZ's billion-dollar kiwifruit industry 18.05.2026 3p

  Seeka CEO Michael Franks explains how kiwifruit became one of New Zealand’s biggest export success stories from its reputation as a clean, nutritious product to the scale of the industry today. Plus, Seeka’s role in the industry, the lessons learned after PSA devastated orchards in 2010, and why the company expanded into avocados and Australia to build resilience for the future. This bite is from our previous episode 'Seeka’s $440m high-tech harvest' For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions can be found on our website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Seeka’s $440m high-tech harvest (Kiwifruit & more) 13.05.2026 20p

  Is kiwifruit at the cutting edge? Michael Franks is the CEO of Seeka, New Zealand’s largest kiwifruit grower and a major post-harvest provider, operating 11 automated packhouses and a network of leased and managed orchards. We trace Seeka’s strong recovery after being "brought to our knees" by the Psa virus to become a $440m trans-Tasman operation. Michael explains Seeka’s embrace of renewable energy and emerging tech, with AI helping to reduce perishable fruit waste, automation to address labour shortages and reduce costs, solar energy to supplement their industrial power usage, and rain-tolerant rootstock to meet a changing climate.  Plus, Michael explains why a new free trade agreement with India could provide a strong safety net for New Zealand growers. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Half of us still don’t have a will 11.05.2026 3p

  “We still see 10–15 deceased estates a week.” That was one of the more confronting moments from this conversation about wills, investing, and what happens when your wishes aren’t documented. In this quick bite we cover off some of the big points from our previous episode 'Are you leaving your wealth in limbo?'  For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions can be found on our website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Are you leaving your wealth in limbo? 06.05.2026 25p

  What happens to your house, your shares, and even your dog if you don’t document your wishes with a will? With the launch of Sharesies Wills, we’re talking to Tammy McLeod from Davenports Law and Naomi Garry from Sharesies to cover an often-overlooked part of wealth: protecting it for the next generation. Find out what it means if your estate gets caught up in complex legal probate, and how easy it can be to protect your assets from being split in ways you never intended. Tammy and Naomi explain the avoidance and myths that keep 50% of Kiwis from creating a will, and what the Property Relationships Act means for de facto, separated, and divorced couples. Learn about common mistakes when choosing an executor, and the rules and pitfalls around life insurance payments and your KiwiSaver balance.  Plus, why offers of a ‘free’ will might be too good to be true. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—can be found on our website. Sharesies Wills are a simple online will product that has been co-designed with legal experts to meet New Zealand legal requirements. However, Sharesies is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. This service is a "do-it-yourself" tool for straightforward estates. See our website for full terms and conditions. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Ignore the headlines, says Mary Holm (Bonus Bite) 04.05.2026 3p

  Bad news sells — but it can also mislead investors. Mary Holm explains why headlines exaggerate market moves, and what you should do instead: step away, zoom out, and stick to your plan. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• This time it's no different — with Mary Holm 29.04.2026 27p

  Legendary finance journalist and author Mary Holm applies her decades of experience to the latest market movements. In the wake of oil shocks and geopolitical conflict, we ask how recent events compare to COVID panic and the generational 1987 crash. Mary draws on her first-hand knowledge to explain why long-term investing still beats trying to time the market — and why chasing last year's top-performing fund is usually a mistake. We cover the role of bonds, gold, and crypto in diversifying your portfolio, what inflation does to cash returns, and the enduring case for index funds. Plus, what Mary calls “the most dangerous words in investing”. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Selling luxury in a tough market 28.04.2026 4p

  Luxury is slowing down globally — with major brands seeing sales dip as consumers pull back on discretionary spending. But Michael Hill’s CEO says the picture isn’t that simple. We unpack what’s really driving the downturn, from shifting global demand to rising gold prices — and why “accessible luxury” could still be a winning strategy. This bite is from our episode ‘Pressure makes diamonds: Michael Hill’. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Pressure makes diamonds: Michael Hill 22.04.2026 24p

  How does an iconic Kiwi brand recover from store closures, falling earnings, and the deaths of its founder and CEO? Jonathan Waecker, new CEO of Michael Hill, talks about stepping in to honour the jeweller’s legacy while creating urgent change.  Jonathan talks through the high-stakes call to drop newer sub-brands, moving to a fully private-label model, and cornering the “mass premium” market. Learn how Canada has become the company's primary growth engine, with 85% of sales now outside NZ, and whether customers still want affordable luxury during an economic downturn. How is a jeweller impacted by the rising prices of gold and silver? What’s the role of the velvet-rope retail store in an era where you can Doordash a diamond ring? What’s got institutional investors like the ACC doubling their stake?  Plus, the story of how Michael Hill was born out of a house fire in 1977. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Vanguard’s take on volatile markets 20.04.2026 6p

  In this bonus clip, Vanguard’s Kathy Kellert breaks down how markets have historically responded to geopolitical shocks—and how staying invested can play out. Drawing on decades of data, she explains why investors who zoom out, stay diversified, and stick to a long-term strategy are often rewarded, even after major sell-offs. We also explore impact of holding cash during volatile periods. This bite is from our previous episode with Vanguard. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Buying the whole haystack–Vanguard's Total World Fund 15.04.2026 24p

  Could diversification across 10,000 global companies can help protect your wealth against volatility? Kathy Kellert, Vanguard’s Head of Equity Index Product, talks to us about Vanguard Total World Fund (VT), and responding to supply shocks and inflation without compromising long-term strategy. Hear why Kathy believes timing the market is "paralyzing," and the hidden costs of holding cash during a recession. We explore the classic "core-satellite" strategy, which pairs steady index funds with high-growth bets like AI, and why VT’s global portfolio remains 60% US investments, while keeping an eye on markets like India and Brazil. Plus, Kathy traces how geopolitical events, from 1960s shocks to modern conflicts, typically result in positive returns within twelve months. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—can be found on our website.Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Are we heading toward stagflation? 14.04.2026 1p

  In this bonus clip, economist Brad Olsen unpacks the risk of stagflation, where inflation rises but economic growth stalls and why it’s back on the radar. With oil shocks, global uncertainty, and pressure building across the economy, we explore what could trigger it and how today’s environment compares to the past. This bite is from our latest episode of Shared Lunch. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• OCR holds, rates rise? Brad Olsen explains 08.04.2026 17p

  Principal Economist and CEO of Infometrics Brad Olsen unpacks the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%, and what’s happening with inflation and your mortgage.  What has the Reserve Bank said about inflationary pressures, and the oil-driven price shocks hitting businesses and households? Brad walks through the longer-term wholesale swap rates already pushing fixed mortgage rates higher, and shares Infometrics' forecast for rate rises. Plus, the sectors where investors might find relative shelter from volatility, and the power of diversification.  For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Infratil's AI infrastructure bet 06.04.2026 4p

  How big is the AI opportunity—really? In this bonus clip, Infratil CEO Jason Boyes breaks down why data centres sit at the centre of the AI boom. From surging demand driven by AI agents to the real-world returns already showing up in businesses, we explore why they think it could be one of their biggest investment calls of this decade. This bite is from our previous episode with Infratil. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Infratil’s “biggest call of our careers” 01.04.2026 31p

  How will all the spending on AI translate to bottom-line results? Infratil CEO Jason Boyes spends his days and nights thinking about data centers, and he has thoughts about where investors could see real returns.  We’re talking about the “defensive” nature of Infratil’s $11B infrastructure portfolio, and the impacts Jason anticipates from interest rate rises and shifting geopolitics. Hear about the outlook for portfolio assets from solar farms in Texas to runways in Wellington, and what’s different about the cooling technology in Infratil’s Canberra Data Centres.  Plus, why Jason believes the market is still sleeping on US renewable energy developer, Longroad. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bonus bite: The retail investor edge 30.03.2026 5p

  How do retail investors stack up against institutional? In this bonus clip, Centuria Co-CEO Jason Huljich explains why that’s not always the case—sharing how retail investors can be more flexible, more loyal, and ultimately more valuable over the long term. From building an investor base from zero to managing tens of thousands today, this is a perspective you don’t often hear in funds management. This bite is from our episode with Centuria Capital. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• A property fund for the future economy 25.03.2026 28p

  Meet Jason Huljich, co-CEO of ASX 200 property fund manager Centuria Capital. Since the 90s, Centuria has built an empire worth $22B, managing 150 funds spanning from industrial warehouses to private credit. Why does Jason believe the work from home shift is finally stabilising—and how is it impacting office supply vs demand? How do you offset the risks of lending billions to residential developers during a housing crisis? Why does Centuria use 26 different banks?  We discuss Centuria’s expansion from bricks and mortar into digital infrastructure and alternative assets—and partnering with Nvidia to build "AI factory" data centres, using liquid immersion technology to cool high-powered processors. Plus, hear Jason’s view on luring workers back to the office with saunas. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Bite: Why Australia loves dividends 22.03.2026 3p

  Australia has one of the strongest dividend cultures in the world.  We unpack how the franking credit system shapes investor behaviour, why income is such a central part of the Australian market, and how structures like listed investment companies aim to smooth dividends even through downturns. This bite is from our episode ‘AFIC's hundred-year long game’. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• AFIC's hundred-year long game (Australian Foundation Investment Company) 18.03.2026 29p

  Does consistency and patience win in the end? Geoff Driver is General Manager at Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC), the century-old ASX mainstay managing $10B in assets. Amid an upcoming CEO transition and questions about performance, Geoff explains why he remains confident in AFIC’s philosophy of seeking resilient businesses with quality balance sheets. So, why does AFIC avoid “cyclical” sectors like gold and small-caps, even when they’re having a strong run? How does AFIC’s listed investment company (LIC) structure work, and how is it different from the “open-ended” structure of an ETF? We examine Australia’s obsession with dividends, the technicalities and the benefits for different tax brackets, the power of the franking credit system, and why Geoff believes it creates a fairer market for individual shareholders.  Plus, why AFIC won’t be starting a big international portfolio anytime soon. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.