The Economy of Everything

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  Auckland’s billion-dollar infrastructure problem 18.08.2026 27min

  New Zealand’s housing market remains stubbornly flat, our birth rate has fallen to historic lows, and Auckland is once again talking about another Harbour Crossing. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker ask whether the great Kiwi property boom is truly over, what slower population growth means for the economy, and why New Zealand can spend decades talking about major infrastructure without actually building it. The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Money Talks: Why Chris Smith says you can’t retire just by working 13.08.2026 37min

  CMC Markets managing director Chris Smith joins Liam Dann to talk about the investing bug that started when he was 16, why New Zealand has historically favoured property over shares, and the mistakes that taught him the most. He also discusses market crashes, AI investment, KiwiSaver, our appetite for risk and why he believes simply earning a salary may not be enough to build the wealth needed for retirement.Money Talks is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Did Luxon have a point about struggling businesses? 11.08.2026 28min

  New Zealand businesses have spent much of the past year waiting for the recovery, but what if the economy they’re dealing with now is the new normal? Join Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker as they ponder whether Christopher Luxon had actually had a point when he shared his controversial thoughts with the Rotorua business community. They also unpack the latest unemployment figures, and look ahead to reporting season. The Economy of Everything is made in partnership with CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Can NZ grow without more immigration? 04.08.2026 25min

  Could more babies be the answer to New Zealand’s economic problems? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker unpack Winston Peters’ proposed $45,000 Kiwi Kids Grant, ask whether cash can really lift the birth rate, and look at why migration may still be the more realistic path to growth. Plus, why Christchurch and the regions are outperforming Auckland—and whether rising building consents offer a glimmer of hope. The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Could NZ's job market get worse before it gets better? 03.08.2026 23min

  New Zealand’s unemployment rate is already at an uncomfortable level, and may be heading higher again.Young people and jobseekers in Auckland, Wellington and the Bay of Plenty are facing an especially tough market, leaving many wondering why the recovery is taking. Tamsyn Parker and Liam Dann discuss the latest unemployment figures and whether AI is squeezing the juice out of entry-level roles. They also chat about how global conflict and rising oil prices could continue to impact inflation and mortgage, and they ask the question: could Australia’s approach to taxing beer offer a lifeline for NZ’s struggling pubs, bars and city centres? The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The economy is coming for our fun 21.07.2026 28min

  First it came for the groceries, the mortgage and the power bill. Now the economy is coming for our fun. From $12 glasses of wine and $27 movie tickets to streaming subscriptions that keep creeping up, the cost of enjoying yourself is becoming harder to justify. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker unpack “funflation”, the latest inflation data, and whether bird flu could make chicken and eggs the next household staples to surge in price.The Economy of Everything is made in partnership with CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Money Talks: The plan to make every Kiwi wealthier with Leonard Hong 16.07.2026 28min

  Could compulsory KiwiSaver help make New Zealanders wealthier and build a stronger economy? In this episode of Money Talks, Liam Dann speaks with policy advocate and economics student Leonard Hong about why he believes New Zealand needs a more ambitious approach to saving, investment and long-term wealth creation. Leonard reflects on his Korean-New Zealand upbringing, his fascination with economics and politics, and the lessons New Zealand could take from Australia and Singapore. He also discusses Gen Z’s financial anxiety, the future of work in an AI-driven economy, and why compulsory retirement saving could give ordinary Kiwis a far more secure future. Money Talks is brought to you in partnership with CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why New Zealand wages are falling behind 14.07.2026 30min

  The Official Cash Rate has risen for the first time in three years — but does that mean mortgage rates are about to climb too? Tamsyn Parker is joined by NZ Herald Wellington Business Editor Jenée Tibshraeny to unpack the OCR hike, the risk of inflation becoming embedded and why fixed-term borrowers may not feel the impact immediately. They also examine an OECD report suggesting New Zealand’s real wages are near the bottom of the developed world, why workers are struggling to negotiate pay rises, and whether restrictive employment contracts are holding back productivity. Plus, thousands of properties could carry a hidden natural-hazard warning that may affect insurance claims, renovations and even the ability to secure a mortgage. The Economy of Everything is brought to you with the help of CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is New Zealand finally through the worst? 07.07.2026 27min

  There are signs of optimism in the New Zealand economy, but are we ready to believe in the recovery? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker look at the latest economic signals, from falling petrol prices and a stronger sharemarket to the lingering pressure on households. They also discuss new research showing young New Zealanders are more worried about the cost of living than their global peers, the impact of AI on the future of work, and why the Indian Prime Minister’s visit could mark a major trade moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is the AI Boom too good to be true? 30.06.2026 27min

  Could the AI frenzy end in a painful market correction? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker discuss the warnings and what it could mean for KiwiSaver. Plus, should the Reserve Bank should leave interest rates alone? And what does the falling New Zealand dollar mean for you? The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  'Take it off me, make me save' - could compulsory KiwiSaver protect our future? 23.06.2026 27min

  National's proposal to make KiwiSaver compulsory could be one of the biggest changes to New Zealand's retirement system in decades. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker break down what it would mean for workers, businesses and future retirees. Is compulsory saving the key to closing the wealth gap with Australia? They also examine new data on the cost of living, wage growth and why so many New Zealanders feel poorer than they did a few years ago. Plus, are younger generations giving up on the traditional Kiwi dream, and what does that mean for our future economy?The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Will cheaper petrol finally kickstart New Zealand's recovery? 16.06.2026 26min

  The US-Iran peace deal has brought down oil prices and eased some inflation fears. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker discuss what that means for Kiwi wallets, the outlook for interest rates, and whether New Zealand's long-awaited recovery might finally be gaining momentum.Plus, what can we learn from Switzerland's debate over immigration and population growth? The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Money Talks: What NZ gets wrong about growth with Kelly Eckhold 11.06.2026 29min

  From collecting bottles for pocket money in small town South Canterbury to advising governments at the IMF, Westpac chief economist Kelly Eckhold has spent a lifetime thinking about how economies work. He joins Money Talks to discuss inflation, productivity, inequality and why New Zealand's biggest challenge may not be how we divide the pie, but how we grow it.Money Talks is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The great property reset 09.06.2026 27min

  House prices are still falling in real terms, construction is slowing and businesses are losing faith in a quick recovery. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker discuss what could be New Zealand's biggest property reset in decades,  They also explain why Auckland's economy is feeling the pain and consider whether upcoming GDP figures will show the recovery has stalled once again (probably). The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The superannuation reckoning 02.06.2026 27min

  Should the retirement age rise to 67? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker discuss the growing cost of NZ Super and whether younger generations are being asked to foot the bill. They also look at the surprising figures opposed to the potential rise in retirement age. Plus, a new levy on banks and insurers, the Heartland-TSB merger and what a split OCR vote could mean for mortgage holders.   The Economy of Everything is brought to you by CMC MarketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Budget 2026: Even grown-ups like presents at Christmas 26.05.2026 20min

  Thursday's Budget is being illed as 'grown-up' with no lolly scrambles under a cloud of tough choices ahead. But with rising mortgage costs and stubborn inflation, will the Government deliver something people can actually feel in their wallets? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker unpack what’s been revealed ahead of Budget day and what might still be hiding in the numbers.Plus, are mortgage holders already trapped by rising rates, and is AI becoming a convenient excuse for job cuts?The Economy of Everything is brought to you by NZ Herald in partnership with CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Oil prices, inflation & interest rates: Is the worst still coming? 19.05.2026 20min

  Oil prices surged, inflation risks are rising again, and all eyes are now on the Reserve Bank’s next OCR decision. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker break down why petrol prices haven’t hit worst-case forecasts, what it means for the wider economy, and whether interest rate hikes are coming sooner than expected. The Economy of Everything is brought to you by NZ Herald in partnership with CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Our young people are chasing the Kiwi dream ... in Australia 12.05.2026 24min

  It might feel weird telling the young people in your life to pack up and head across the ditch for better prospects, but right now it may actually be the best advice.   Youth unemployment is sitting at worrying levels in New Zealand, the cost of living crisis is dragging on and somehow our mates in Australia seem to have jobs to spare and money to burn.   Join Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker as they unpack why so many young Kiwis are eyeing Australia, what’s driving the latest brain drain fears and whether New Zealand’s economy is about to get even tougher.   The Economy of Everything is brought to you by NZ Herald in partnership with CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is this just life now? When the cost of living crisis becomes the new normal 05.05.2026 27min

  Welcome to the first episode of The Economy of Everything, with thanks to CMC Markets. To kick things off, our hosts Tamsyn Parker and Liam Dann tackle the cost of living crisis, what's happening with markets as the Middle East war kicks back into gear, and the significance of today's unemployment data release.    The Economy of Everything is brought to you by NZ Herald in partnership with CMC Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Closing the books: the best of Money Talks, 2025 08.10.2025 37min

  For the final episode of season eight,  Liam is joined by Money Talks producer Jane Yee to look back at the best bits of the show for 2025.    A huge thanks to all our guests for sharing their money journeys with us. Thanks also to editor Richard Martin for bringing the show to life. See you in 2026!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.