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NZ Tech Podcast 339: Intel Compute Card, New Macs, Apple HomePod, iPad Pro comes of age, SpaceX recycling

This week: Intel Compute Card, News from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference highlights incl new Macs, Apple HomePod, iPad Pro comes of age. SpaceX recycling rockets and capsules, 25% of Australians support a cashless society, Dubai’s Robot Cops.
Hosted by Paul Spain and featuring guests Mark Webster and Damien O’Carroll.

NZ Wine Podcast 21 Beaujolais: Wine Regions of France

This session has us exploring the often overlooked Beaujolais region; discovering what makes many wine enthusiasts obsess about these wines. Jean-Christophe Poizat & Marc Taddei take us on a quick journey through the wine regions of France.

Be You – The Fearless Kitchen 53

In this podcast episode I describe my arrival into the USA, as in my 20s I took up a Private Chef role with a family on Cape Cod.

Sir John Key and Misti Landtroop talk Cyber Security with Paul Spain

Sir John Key and Misti Landtroop talk Cyber Security with Paul Spain

Hear former Prime Minister Sir John Key (Director – Palo Alto Networks) and Misti Landtroop (Managing Director NZ- Palo Alto Networks), as they join Paul Spain to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Sir John Key shares unique perspective drawn from his current and past experiences, including:

  • Prime Minister of New Zealand
  • Minister responsible of Special Intelligence Service (SIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB)
  • Director at Palo Alto Networks
  • Director at ANZ Bank
  • Director at Air New Zealand

The episode is focussed on cybersecurity viewpoints – including predictions for 2025 from Unit 42, and reflects on the importance of continuous adaptation, education, and integration in the fight against cyber threats from various sources including powerful nation state actors. A range of other topics were discussed including weighing up the importance of privacy vs security.

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Wealth Drivers in ’25, Ep 448 Mike Taylor

Wealth Drivers in ’25, Ep 448 Mike Taylor

Today’s guest is Mike Taylor, CEO and founder of PIE Funds.

No one can guarantee an investment return because no one controls the market. You can show up prepared though, and with a strategy you stick to, you just might get lucky. Part of preparation involves knowing which market to fish in, and in what season. Read more.

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Nature, commerce and COP 16 – Manu Caddie

Nature, commerce and COP 16 – Manu Caddie

Every two years, delegates meet at the UN Convention on Biological Diversity – a sort of nature version of the more famous climate COPs. This year, COP16, was held in Cali, Colombia, and there were high expectations following the successes at the COP15 in Montreal in 2022 which launched the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). However, despite some breakthroughs, funding and agreements fell short as negotiations were hampered by poor internet connections, conflicting agendas and shortage of time. Two steps forward, one step back. Witnessing from the sidelines was Manu Caddie, who is part of the Indigenous Caucus, representing the Aotearoa Indigenous Rights Trust. Manu is also a champion of indigenous IP development in pharmaceuticals and natural health.

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Bitcoin: This Goes Much, MUCH Higher, Ep 447 Peter Dunworth

Bitcoin: This Goes Much, MUCH Higher, Ep 447 Peter Dunworth

Delayed gratification, should be the central tenet of the doctrine of passive investing, though. In the sacrosanct communion of frugality and dollar cost averaging, low-cost index funds are Transubstantiated into the omnipotent force of compounding returns. Read more

Thank you to special guest Peter Dunworth, found of The Bitcoin Adviser.

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Brought to you in partnership with: Icehouse Ventures is a Kiwi Venture Capital firm investing in Kiwi startups since 2001. 

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The Bitcoin Adviser: Plan for intergenerational digital wealth.

Hatch: For US markets.

Sharesies: For local, and international markets.

Easy Crypto: To buy and sell digital assets.

Sharesight: For tracking and reporting on your portfolio

Exodus: Get rewards on your first $2,500 of swaps

Revolut: For a new type of banking.

*Some links create a financial benefit.

Online courses:

The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a better mortgage.

The KiwiSaver Millionaire Roadmap: Get a Rockstar Retirement!

New Wealth Foundations: Personal finance from a wealth-builder’s perspective.

Take the free, 5-part online course Crypto 101: Crypto with Confidence

Get Social:

Check out the most watched/downloaded episodes here

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Disclaimer: Please act independently from any content provided in these episodes; it’s not financial advice, because there’s no accounting for your individual circumstances. Do your own research, and take a broad range of opinions into account. Ideally, engage a financial adviser / pay for advice!

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Spark NZ’s future with Renee Mateparae

Spark NZ’s future with Renee Mateparae

Listen in as host Paul Spain and Renee Mateparae (Spark NZ) delve into Spark’s plans for data centres, the benefits of 5G Standalone, transition from 3G and the role of AI in service enhancement and Spark’s strategic vision for the future of telecommunications. Plus tech news from the week including:

  • NZ banks’ new scam protection tools
  • Cheap phone charger sparks house fire
  • Parking fines highlights cities limited parking options for Tradespeople
  • Meta’s $10B subsea cable project
  • Australia’s social media ban for under 16’s

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Soft Landing for Christmas?! Ep 446 Mike Jones

Soft Landing for Christmas?! Ep 446 Mike Jones

Thou Shalt Not Sweat the Technique, Nor Disregard Nuance

The property market is a bit of a complex beast, but interest rates are [arguably] the primary driver. Prices will always follow interest rates. So, figure out what moves interest rates, and you can predict prices.

Read more.

Mike Jones is the Chief Economist at BNZ Bank

Disclaimer: Please act independently from any content provided in these episodes; it’s not financial advice, because there’s no accounting for your individual circumstances. Do your own research, and take a broad range of opinions into account. Ideally, engage a financial adviser / pay for advice!

Book in a free 15-min phone call with Darcy Ungaro (financial adviser).

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I may receive a financial benefit if you click on these links.

The Bitcoin Adviser: Plan for intergenerational digital wealth.

Hatch: For US markets.

Sharesies: For local, and international markets.

Easy Crypto: To buy and sell digital assets.

Sharesight: For tracking and reporting on your portfolio

Exodus: Get rewards on your first $2,500 of swaps

Revolut: For a new type of banking.

Online courses:

The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a better mortgage.

The KiwiSaver Millionaire Roadmap: Get a Rockstar Retirement!

New Wealth Foundations: Personal finance from a wealth-builder’s perspective.

Take the free, 5-part online course Crypto 101: Crypto with Confidence

Get Social:

Check out the most watched/downloaded episodes here

Follow on YouTube , Instagram, TikTok: @theeverydayinvestor, X (@UngaroDarcy), LinkedIn.

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The Global Warming Premium – Kali Mercier

The Global Warming Premium – Kali Mercier

NZ Drug Foundation staff portraits, Wellington, Friday, 25 August 2017. Credit: Hagen Hopkins.

As sea levels rise, home insurance premiums follow. A new report from the Helen Clark Foundation and engineering consultancy WSP New Zealand says it’s time we sorted out how best to protect our homes. Report author Kali Mercier tells Ross Inglis what residential property insurance could look like in a time of climate change.

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2024 Insights and Future Vision with CEO Mark Callander

2024 Insights and Future Vision with CEO Mark Callander

Host Paul Spain sits down with 2degrees‘ CEO Mark Callander, as They delve into New Zealand’s connectivity landscape, exploring rural broadband advancements, the future of 5G, and strategic mergers shaping the industry. Mark shares insights on satellite technologies, Network for Learning partnership, customer-centric innovations and how 2degrees is positioning itself as a value player amidst economic challenges.

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But Will They KEEP Dropping? Ep 445 Bevan Graham

But Will They KEEP Dropping? Ep 445 Bevan Graham

It’s not easy to understand all the views, but macro economics, geopolitical issues, cyclical and secular trends are the items we can’t control, but can find positions in.

One of the big concerns I would have right now around interest rates, is short termism, or myopia…[read more]

My special guest is Salt Funds Chief Economist, Bevan Graham.

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I may receive a financial benefit if you click on these links.

The Bitcoin Adviser: Talk to me about using Bitcoin as an intergenerational wealth transfer vehicle.

Hatch: For US markets.

Sharesies: For local, and international markets.

Easy Crypto: To buy and sell digital assets.

Sharesight: For tracking and reporting on your portfolio

Exodus: Get rewards on your first $2,500 of swaps

Revolut: For a new type of banking.

 

Online courses:

The Home Buyers Blueprint: Get a better home; Get a better mortgage.

The KiwiSaver Millionaire Roadmap: Get a Rockstar Retirement!

New Wealth Foundations: Personal finance from a wealth-builder’s perspective.

Take the free, 5-part online course Crypto 101: Crypto with Confidence

Get Social:

Check out the most watched/downloaded episodes here

Follow on YouTube , Instagram, TikTok: @theeverydayinvestor, X (@UngaroDarcy), LinkedIn.

www.ungaro.co.nz

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Disclaimer: Please act independently from any content provided in these episodes; it’s not financial advice, because there’s no accounting for your individual circumstances. Do your own research, and take a broad range of opinions into account. Ideally, engage a financial adviser / pay for advice!

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Mark Cochrane – CEO Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand

Mark Cochrane – CEO Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand

Join host Paul Spain and guest Mark Cochrane, CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand, as Mark shares his journey from the scenic landscapes of South Otago to leading one of the most acclaimed agencies in Asia Pacific. With engaging anecdotes from his diverse career—from marketing execution at BT Cellnet to expanding Saatchi’s presence in Bangkok and Australia—Mark offers valuable insights into the art of fostering meaningful client relationships, innovative leadership, the adaptability and work ethic of New Zealanders, and embracing a “nothing is impossible” mindset in the ever-evolving landscape of global marketing.

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A fair trade in Cola – Albert Tucker, Karma Cola Foundation

A fair trade in Cola – Albert Tucker, Karma Cola Foundation

Vincent had the pleasure of interviewing Albert Tucker, chairman of the Karma Cola Foundation, and a leading figure in the Fairtrade movement. The interview was part of a talk he gave at a Sustainable Business Network event, so apologies for sound issues as it was a live recording. Albert is an amazing individual. He was born in Sierra Leone but fled with his family to the UK before the civil war.

After graduating with an MA in Social Policy and Administration he moved into community working with Comic Relief and The Big Lottery fund. But his roots pulled him back to African and he now specialises in helping small-scale farmers to use trade to grow their communities, improve their income, and protect their environment. Vincent started by asking Albert to describe life for the cola farmers in Sierra Leone.

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Investing in and growing Kiwi Tech and Startups

Investing in and growing Kiwi Tech and Startups

Host Paul Spain sits down with venture capitalist Lance Wiggs (Punakaiki Fund, Climate VC Fund), as they delve into the evolving landscape of venture capital in New Zealand and its critical role in nurturing Kiwi tech startups. Together they explore the history, challenges, and successes of venture capital, innovative climate investments and current NZ tech startups. Listen in and gain insights into the impact of economic challenges and successes within the New Zealand tech investment arena.

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Special thanks to our show partners: One NZ, 2degrees, Spark NZ, HP, and Gorilla Technology.