7 Oct 2026 · 27 min
Is AI being bolted onto old workflows, or built into new ways to work?
Professor Paul Andon, Dean of UNSW Business School, on why AI strategy should begin before the first prompt, and what your business should do next.
Podcast · Business
The Business Of
by AGSM | UNSW Business School · English · Business
Ever wondered what separates good businesses from great ones? The Business Of, from UNSW Business School, goes behind the headlines to explore the global forces, industry shifts and leadership challenges shaping business today. Host Dr Juliet Bourke speaks with leaders about technology, finance,
- New episodes
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 27 min
- Latest
- 7 Oct 2026
- Language
- English
Latest episode
Earlier episodes 29 most recent
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E80 · 17 Aug 2026 · 32 min
Closing the generational wealth gap in a changing economy
The generational wealth gap is changing how Australians build financial security. UNSW Vice Chancellor’s Professor Richard Holden explains why investing in your skills may be the most valuable investment you can make in a changing economy.
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E79 · 3 Aug 2026 · 27 min
Financial literacy - Building the confidence to make better financial decisions
Financial literacy is more than a measure of what you know, it's the foundation for making confident financial decisions. UNSW Professor Isabella Dobrescu explores why millions of Australians struggle with financial literacy, how the shift to a digital economy is changing the way we manage money, and the practical habits that can help build lasting financial confidence.
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E78 · 20 Jul 2026 · 24 min
Financial abuse - The 5 red flags hiding in plain sight
Financial abuse isn't always obvious. It can be hidden in tax returns, business structures, joint accounts and routine paperwork. UNSW Professor Ann Kayis-Kumar explains the red flags to look for, from restricted access to money and hidden assets, to debt shifting and exclusion from financial decisions.
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E77 · 7 Jul 2026 · 20 min
Generation unplugged – Will Australia's social media ban backfire on brands?
Australia just introduced a total social media ban for anyone under 16. So, how are the smartest brands getting creative and staying ahead of the game? UNSW Associate Professor Carmen Leong explains.
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E76 · 24 Jun 2026 · 29 min
Is it green or greenwashed? Know before you buy
How does greenwashing trick consumers? UNSW Law and Justice academic Dr Riona Moodley explains why.
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E75 · 10 Jun 2026 · 20 min
AI deepfakes – Could your reputation survive one?
If your feed is drowning in AI clutter, you know how hard it is to believe anything online. Deepfakes have become a genuine threat to businesses, public figures, and the rest of us. According to UNSW Associate Professor Eric Lim, the fix isn't a better algorithm...it’s the trust you earn before the fake even appears.
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E74 · 27 May 2026 · 26 min
AI at work – Toby Walsh on the skills AI won’t replace
Australia’s leading AI expert, Scientia Professor Toby Walsh, explains why "leading" AI in your workplace is now more important than simply "using" it.
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E73 · 13 May 2026 · 23 min
Work, interrupted – You're flexible. But are you focused?
Working from home started as a pandemic fix. Now it’s just work. You're working at home, in the office and everywhere in between. You've got more flexibility, but you're also always reachable. Emails, text messages, video calls. Is it any surprise it feels like you can never switch off? UNSW Scientia Professor Manju Ahuja has spent years studying what distraction actually does to your focus work – and how to reclaim it.
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E72 · 29 Apr 2026 · 25 min
AFL coaching legend John Longmire on why motivation breaks down and how to fix it
John Longmire led the Sydney Swans through one of their most consistent eras in AFL history. Hear how he motivated a team and turned crisis into culture.
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E71 · 3 Dec 2025 · 24 min
Smarter ageing – How living longer is reshaping how we live and work
We’re living longer, but not all those years are healthy ones. In Australia, there’s now roughly a 12-year gap between how long we live and how long we live in good health – meaning many of us can expect a decade or more of life with health problems. So, how can we shrink that gap? UNSW Scientia Professor Kaarin Anstey is one of the world’s leading experts on cognitive ageing and dementia prevention. She explains why brain health is key to ageing well, and how demographic shifts are transforming workplaces and opening new markets in the ‘brain economy’.…
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E70 · 19 Nov 2025 · 28 min
Pampering our pets – Inside one of Australia's fastest-growing industries
Pet ownership is booming – and so is the business behind it. From birthday parties for pets to organic food and premium grooming, consumers are spending big to keep their animals healthy and happy. So why are people so invested in their pets? AGSM @ UNSW Business School MBA alumna Anneke van den Broek is the CEO and founder of premium pet-care brand Rufus & Coco. She explains our changing relationship with our pets and how it’s reshaping the multi-billion-dollar industry. +++ The Business Of podcast is brought to you by the University of New South Wales Business School, produced…
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E69 · 5 Nov 2025 · 24 min
Same product, different price – When AI decides how much you pay
What if you paid a different price for the same product – not because of demand, but because of your data. Prices change, whether it’s annual sales or seasonal variability. But what happens when AI sets the price – not just for the market, but for you ? “The scope and the scale and the pervasiveness down to the individual with personalised pricing is pretty unprecedented.” UNSW Associate Professor Sam Kirshner explores the trade-off between personalisation and privacy, and the importance of responsible AI use as companies employ new personalised pricing models.…
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E68 · 22 Oct 2025 · 27 min
Pocket Doctor – How the MedTech app is reshaping healthcare access
Millions of people lack access to reliable healthcare. Can technology help bridge global healthcare gaps? Dr Jackie Rabec (AGSM MBA 2020) is co-founder of MedTech company ThinkMD.ai , which builds tools that put a doctor’s expertise into the hands of frontline healthcare workers. She explains how the company is bridging health divides in low-income countries where doctors are scarce, and what technology could mean for healthcare all around the world. +++ The Business Of podcast is brought to you by the University of New South Wales Business School, produced with Deadset Studios . This…
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E67 · 8 Oct 2025 · 23 min
Burnout is holding us back – Here’s how to beat it
Burnout has gone from a buzzword to a business risk. According to the latest Women’s Agenda Ambitions Report, 72% of women say they’ve experienced burnout in the past year. It’s no longer just a personal struggle—it’s a workplace crisis. So what’s driving this rising tide of exhaustion? Angela Priestley, co-founder of independent news platform Women’s Agenda, shares the findings of their 2025 report, exposing the pressures pushing employees to breaking point and what leaders can do to stop it. +++ The Business Of podcast is brought to you by the…
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E66 · 24 Sep 2025 · 23 min
Reaping the rewards – The promises and pitfalls of loyalty programs
iFLYflat founder Steve Hui shares how businesses generate value from loyalty programs, and the mistakes to avoid.
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E65 · 10 Sep 2025 · 33 min
Disconnected – The hidden cost of workplace loneliness
Clinical psychologist Dr Zac Seidler explains how poor mental health is harming workplace productivity and cohesion, and what we can do to reduce it.
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E64 · 27 Aug 2025 · 30 min
No plan, no problem – How Sibella Court designed her own career path
From New York fashion shoots to heritage hotels in Australia, designer Sibella Court proves instinct can be your sharpest business tool.
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S7 · E63 · 13 Aug 2025 · 27 min
The sharing economy – Can collaboration cure overconsumption?
Turo managing director Robert Chan explains what it takes to run a successful business in the sharing economy.
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E62 · 30 Jul 2025 · 28 min
Home truths – How the housing crisis is hurting business
Professor Philip Oldfield explains the economic toll of Australia’s housing crisis and suggests business has a role in building better workplaces – and cities.
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E61 · 4 Jun 2025 · 30 min
Smarter not harder – How AI is changing the way we work
AI is shaking up the way we do business, but is it actually making us more productive? And what does this mean for the future of work?
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E60 · 21 May 2025 · 27 min
IT Upgrade – The future of recycling office e-waste
From trash to treasure. James Lancaster, founder and CEO of Renew IT, is turning your e-waste into valuable new products.
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E59 · 7 May 2025 · 29 min
From Test to T20 – How cricket bowled over a new generation of fans
Former Australian cricket star and commentator Lisa Sthalekar explains how the game’s new format is shaking up the sport, attracting a whole new generation of fans.
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E58 · 23 Apr 2025 · 31 min
From cash to clicks – How technology is changing financial transactions
Cash is out. Digital payments are in. Economist and UNSW Scientia Professor Richard Holden explains why a cashless future is inevitable – and how businesses can prepare for it.
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E57 · 9 Apr 2025 · 27 min
The new marketing mix – Are podcasts the future of brand marketing?
Podcasting is having a moment, revolutionising how brands connect with audiences. Podnews editor James Cridland unpacks why it’s so popular and how can it be integrated into your marketing mix, whether you’re looking to advertise on existing shows or create your own.
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E56 · 26 Mar 2025 · 30 min
Building Banish – How Lottie Dalziel turned a New Years resolution into a sustainability startup
Lottie Dalziel launched Banish in 2018. What started as e-commerce marketplace for sustainable products, has evolved into a business that’s centred on education and recycling initiatives.
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E55 · 12 Mar 2025 · 26 min
What’s the story? How to create a compelling brand narrative
Shane Currey is obsessed with stories and he’s on a mission to help business leaders craft more compelling and affecting narratives. You’re his next student.
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E54 · 26 Feb 2025 · 29 min
Culture and data – What sets the Sydney Swans apart on and off the field
Want to build a culture of elite performance in your business? Sydney Swans COO Drew Arthurson will show you how.
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E53 · 12 Feb 2025 · 23 min
Programmed for loyalty – The psychology of consumer behaviour
Every business wants loyal customers. But Professor Nitika Garg says there’s a fine line between effective and unethical marketing.
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E52 · 29 Jan 2025 · 28 min
Understanding Gen Z – How this start up is engaging a new generation of consumers
How Sam Koslowski transformed a daily Instagram post into a successful company that delivers news to the next generation.
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Ever wondered what separates good businesses from great ones? The Business Of, from UNSW Business School, goes behind the headlines to explore the global forces, industry shifts and leadership challenges shaping business today. Host Dr Juliet Bourke speaks with leaders about technology, finance,
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