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The Economy of Everything

The Economy of Everything

NZ Herald 97 Episodes Oct 6, 2026

The Economy of Everything explores the intersection of major economic headlines and everyday life. Hosted by NZ Herald's business editor at large Liam Dann and business editor Tamsyn Parker, the weekly show covers markets, interest rates, jobs, housing, and the cost of living. A monthly segment, Money Talks, features high-profile guests discussing their personal relationship with money. The podcast is presented in partnership with CMC Markets.

Episodes

What will it take to get Auckland’s buzz back?
What will it take to get Auckland’s buzz back? Oct 6, 2026 1802 New Zealand’s housing market remains subdued, but the building work hasn’t stopped. NZ Herald property editor Anne Gibson joins Liam Dann to discuss the housing slump, the opportunities for first-home buyers, and how falling property values affect the wider economy. They also explore the growth in build-to-rent apartments and hospital developments, signs of life in Auckland’s CBD
The recovery is here for farmers. When will cities feel it?
The recovery is here for farmers. When will cities feel it? Sep 29, 2026 1765 Is New Zealand’s economic recovery finally taking hold? Liam Dann is joined by NZME managing editor of business Duncan Bridgeman to examine the signs of growth coming through the rural economy, and why households and retailers in the cities may still be waiting to feel them. They discuss Fonterra’s strong result, fuel costs and consumer confidence, the role of housing and KiwiSaver, an
Why Kiwis are putting more on credit cards
Why Kiwis are putting more on credit cards Sep 22, 2026 1555 Credit cards accounted for 71.1% of card transactions in August — their highest share in more than two decades. Does that reflect renewed confidence, the convenience of online spending, or are more New Zealanders relying on debt simply to make ends meet? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker examine what the figures reveal about household finances, how election uncertainty could slow the economic reco
KiwiSaver is changing – but who’s going to pay for it?
KiwiSaver is changing – but who’s going to pay for it? Sep 15, 2026 1633 New Zealand’s major political parties appear to be moving closer together on KiwiSaver – but there are some significant differences in how far they’re willing to go. Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker look at plans to increase employer contributions, whether compulsory saving is the answer to New Zealand’s retirement shortfall, and why businesses may ultimately carry much of the c
Money Talks: Caci Clinic founder Jackie Smith on how she’d transform healthcare
Money Talks: Caci Clinic founder Jackie Smith on how she’d transform healthcare Sep 11, 2026 1551 Caci founder Jackie Smith didn’t set out to build one of New Zealand’s best-known beauty businesses. Starting out as a nurse, Smith and her husband David launched their first clinic in 1994 before expanding Caci into a nationwide franchise. She joins Liam Dann on Money Talks to discuss the risks they took along the way, why they kept reinvesting in the business rather than spending the
Could weight loss drugs transform the economy?
Could weight loss drugs transform the economy? Sep 8, 2026 1467 Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are already transforming lives – but could their impact on the economy be even bigger? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker look at predictions GLP-1 drugs could boost the US economy by hundreds of billions of dollars, slash healthcare costs and fundamentally change the food industry. And could New Zealand be one of the big winners as demand shifts towards pr
NZ’s economy is recovering. So why doesn’t it feel like it?
NZ’s economy is recovering. So why doesn’t it feel like it? Sep 1, 2026 1596 New Zealand’s economic data is finally showing some signs of life – but for many businesses and households, it certainly doesn’t feel like a recovery. Nearly 3,000 hospitality businesses ceased trading in the past year, liquidations remain elevated, and unemployment is likely to take longer to turn around. At the same time, confidence is improving and economists are increasingly
The world thinks Auckland fixed housing. Did we?
The world thinks Auckland fixed housing. Did we? Aug 25, 2026 1339 The Financial Times says Auckland has solved its housing crisis — but has it really? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker look at why housing affordability has improved, the economic pain sitting behind falling Auckland house prices, why older workers may be particularly vulnerable in the current jobs market, and what mortgage holders can expect from next week’s Reserve Bank decision. The Econo
Auckland’s billion-dollar infrastructure problem
Auckland’s billion-dollar infrastructure problem Aug 18, 2026 1679 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 bu
Money Talks: Why Chris Smith says you can’t retire just by working
Money Talks: Why Chris Smith says you can’t retire just by working Aug 13, 2026 2248 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
Did Luxon have a point about struggling businesses?
Did Luxon have a point about struggling businesses? Aug 11, 2026 1735 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 t
Can NZ grow without more immigration?
Can NZ grow without more immigration? Aug 4, 2026 1554 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 off

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