Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your future

By: Simon Kuestenmacher and Michael Yardney
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  • Join leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher and wealth and property investment expert Michael Yardney as they share data-driven insights that help business leaders, entrepreneurs and investors make informed decisions. Each week we bring you in-depth discussions, expert insights, and actionable advice on demographic shifts, economic trends, and social changes. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or investor, our podcast equips you with knowledge to stay ahead of the curve. In a rapidly changing world, empower your business and investment decisions with data-driven insights. By subscribing to Demographics Decoded, you gain access to: • Expert analysis from leading authorities in demography, economics and the future. • Insights into the trends that will impact your business and investments. • Strategies for leveraging demographic shifts to your advantage. • Exclusive content and early access to new episodes. https://DemographicsDecoded.com.au
    2024
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Economics Personal Finance
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  • Born Lucky or Just Lucky? Exploring Warren Buffet’s Ovarian Lottery.

    Born Lucky or Just Lucky? Exploring Warren Buffet’s Ovarian Lottery.
    Sep 24 2024
    In today’s episode, we explore Warren Buffett's theory on the lottery of life, which is a powerful reminder of the role of luck in shaping our destinies. Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors of all time, is not just known for his financial acumen but also for his profound insights into life and society. One of his most compelling concepts is the "lottery of life," often referred to as the "ovarian lottery." The term "ovarian lottery" refers to our nationality, gender, race, health, and family background. These are obviously factors over which we have no control yet profoundly affect our life chances. In our conversation today, we unravel the role luck and uncontrollable factors like nationality, gender, and family wealth play in shaping our economic futures. The Economic Impact of Luck and Demographics In our discussion today, we explore Warren Buffett's concept of the "ovarian lottery" and examine how factors like nationality, gender, and family background affect our futures. The episode also takes a closer look at the economic divide in Australia, the role of family wealth, and the influence of global trends on local economies. ● [00:00:59] Warren Buffett's "ovarian lottery" and the role of luck in shaping our lives ● [00:04:46] How demographics such as nationality, gender, race, and health impact individual destinies ● [00:05:43] The growing economic disparity in Australia, especially between urban and rural areas ● [00:08:36] The things that make Australia a lucky country ● [00:14:51] The significant role family wealth plays in individual success, particularly in the housing market ● [00:17:02] Potential measures like wealth taxation to address economic inequality ● [00:18:20] The evolving role of education and its impact on economic outcomes ● [00:20:23] The socio-economic barriers that persist despite technological advancements ● [00:22:15] How the ovarian lottery of life is going to be affected by demographic changes in future generations ● [00:27:50] Global demographic trends and their contribution to economic inequality ● [00:31:24] Policies or initiatives that governments could consider to level the playing field The episode provides a comprehensive look at how various factors, both within and beyond our control, shape economic opportunities and outcomes. By understanding these influences, listeners can gain valuable insights into navigating and potentially overcoming economic inequalities. Links and Resources: About Simon Kuestenmacher Simon Kuestenmacher is co-founder and Director – The Demographics Group Simon is a prolific media commentator on demographic and data matters and a columnist for The New Daily and The Australian newspapers. He ranks as one of the world’s Top 10 influencers in data visualisation. If you can’t get enough of the kind of data that explains how the world works, make sure to follow Simon on Linked In or X (formerly Twitter) or any of his other social channels. Click here for a media enquiry or if you would like to book Simon Kuestenmacher for a speaking engagement. His presentations and quirky observations are enjoyed by audiences from the financial services, property, government, education, technology, retail, and professional services industries, among others. About Michael Yardney Michael Yardney- founder of Metropole Property Strategists has been voted one of Australia’s 50 most influential Thought Leaders. While he is best known as a property expert, Michael is also Australia’s leading expert in the psychology of success and wealth creation. Michael is a #1 best-selling author of 9 books and frequently challenges traditional finance advice with innovative ideas on property investment, personal finance, and wealth creation. Follow Michael on Linked In or Instagram Are you interested in property investment - let the team at Metropole build you a Strategic Property Plan to help give you clarity, direction, and wealth-producing results. Some of our favourite quotes from the show: “So most people live in a city, but still within the city we have vast differences of lives that we live, and increasingly over the last couple of decades, we segregated in our cities according to our income, according to our wealth.” - Simon Kuestenmacher “Well, I think one of the lessons I learned when I read about this theory many years ago was don't judge people. You don't really understand where they've come from and what's going on in their head.” - Michael Yardney “To a degree, we softened the impact of education, but statistically it's still true the more highly educated you are, the easier the access to education for you was, the better your lot in life.” - Simon Kuestenmacher PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because ...
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    34 mins
  • What Australia will look like in 40 years & why you should care

    What Australia will look like in 40 years & why you should care
    Sep 17 2024
    Last year, Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the latest Intergenerational Report from the federal government, which predicts what our country will look like in 40 years and the state of the nation’s finances. So, in today’s episode, we discuss what will Australia look like in 40 years. Australia in 2063: Demographic Shifts and Economic Strategies In this episode of Demographics Decoded, the conversation revolves around insights from Australia's latest intergenerational report, highlighting critical projections and their implications for the nation's future. ● Australia's latest intergenerational report, projecting demographic and economic changes over the next 40 years ● The aging population, longer life expectancies, and evolving attitudes toward assisted dying among baby boomers ● Anticipated population growth driven significantly by immigration and the importance of strategic urban planning ● Keeping Australia attractive to immigrants ● Economic forecasting in a mining-driven economy and the challenges posed by global market dependencies ● Impact of decarbonization and changing consumer preferences on government revenue, including shifts away from fuel taxes and tobacco excise ● Case study on vaping as an example of innovation disrupting markets and necessitating new regulations ● Future property trends towards medium and high-density dwellings in urban areas to accommodate an aging population ● Future productivity growth ● Increasing service-based economies ● Australia's potential to transition into a clean energy leader, similar to Norway's model of reinvesting fossil fuel profits into sustainable initiatives ● Challenges of rising government debt and the need for increased productivity to maintain economic growth and sustainability Our discussion emphasizes the importance of innovation, strategic planning, and sustainable policy adjustments to ensure Australia's long-term prosperity. Links and Resources: About Simon Kuestenmacher Simon Kuestenmacher is co-founder and Director – The Demographics Group Simon is a prolific media commentator on demographic and data matters and a columnist for The New Daily and The Australian newspapers. He ranks as one of the world’s Top 10 influencers in data visualisation. If you can’t get enough of the kind of data that explains how the world works, make sure to follow Simon on Linked In or X (formerly Twitter) or any of his other social channels. Click here for a media enquiry or if you would like to book Simon Kuestenmacher for a speaking engagement. His presentations and quirky observations are enjoyed by audiences from the financial services, property, government, education, technology, retail, and professional services industries, among others. About Michael Yardney Michael Yardney- founder Metropole Property Strategists has been voted one of Australia’s 50 most influential Thought Leaders. While he is best known as a property expert, Michael is also Australia’s leading expert in the psychology of success and wealth creation. Michael is a #1 best-selling author of 9 books and frequently challenges traditional finance advice with innovative ideas on property investment, personal finance, and wealth creation. Follow Michael on Linked In or Instagram Are you interested in property investment - let the team at Metropole build you a Strategic Property Plan to help give you clarity, direction and wealth-producing results. Some of our favorite quotes from the show: “So we can't grab young European people into the country. It's utterly impossible, and we don't have any ethnic goal or strategy in our migration or population growth narrative. So we just take them from countries where young people are, and that is Asia.” - Simon Kuestenmacher “Our cities are going to expand and I think just the way we live is going to mean we're still going to be living in the big capital cities and, yes, there'll be some large regional centers around, but the sort of accommodation we're going to live in will be a bit different too.” - Michael Yardney “And so, that's where we need to honestly rethink about our economy because Australia has been complacent. Australia has been falling in all of those fun rankings like global innovation index, global complexity indexes, and so forth.” - Simon Kuestenmacher PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because they help new people discover this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review on your favourite podcast app.
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    33 mins
  • What if we stopped immigration? The answer isn’t pretty.

    What if we stopped immigration? The answer isn’t pretty.
    Sep 10 2024
    In today’s episode, we discuss immigration to Australia, particularly whether Australia is ready for zero migration, as some people suggest. We currently have a housing crisis with not enough accommodation in part due to our burgeoning population. Being an election year, we'll probably hear much more about immigration levels. There is already a lot of talk about reducing immigration numbers. Our migration policies have been in the news a lot lately and are often discussed in the context of their immediate political and social effects, but today, we look at the longer-term demographic shifts and their implications. The Demographic and Economic Impact of Immigration From exploring the impact of zero migration to discussing the cultural enrichment brought by migrants, this episode offers a comprehensive examination of how immigration influences Australia's workforce, demographics, and overall stability. Join us as we navigate through these themes and uncover strategic insights for property and wealth management. · [00:00:00] Introduction · [00:01:06] The potential impact of zero migration on Australia's demographics and economy · [00:01:49] Australia's reliance on immigration for population growth amid declining birth rates and an aging population · [00:04:05] The economic contributions of young immigrants through market expansion and tax revenues · [00:10:54] Migration’s impact on jobs, particularly in the aging sector · [00:12:12] Migration's impact on social cohesion in both urban and regional areas · [00:17:25] The cultural enrichment brought by migrants · [00:18:13] Effects on Australia's cuisine, lifestyle, and social fabric · [00:20:38] The challenges and successes of integrating diverse groups over generations · [00:25:15] Looking ahead to next week’s episode This episode provides insights into the role of immigration in shaping Australia's future, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the country's economic and social dynamics. Whether you're an investor, a homebuyer, or simply curious about demographic trends, this discussion offers a wealth of knowledge to help you navigate the future. Links and Resources: About Simon Kuestenmacher Simon Kuestenmacher is co-founder and Director – The Demographics Group Simon is a prolific media commentator on demographic and data matters and a columnist for The New Daily and The Australian newspapers. He ranks as one of the world’s Top 10 influencers in data visualisation. If you can’t get enough of the kind of data that explains how the world works, make sure to follow Simon on Linked In or X (formerly Twitter) or any of his other social channels. Click here for a media enquiry or if you would like to book Simon Kuestenmacher for a speaking engagement. His presentations and quirky observations are enjoyed by audiences from the financial services, property, government, education, technology, retail and professional services industries, among others. About Michael Yardney Michael Yardney- founder Metropole Property Strategists has been voted one of Australia’s 50 most influential Thought Leaders. While he is best known as a property expert, Michael is also Australia’s leading expert in the psychology of success and wealth creation. Michael is a #1 best selling author of 9 books and frequently challenges traditional finance advice with innovative ideas on property investment, personal finance and wealth creation. Follow Michael on Linked In or Instagram Are you interested in property investment - let the team at Metropole build you a Strategic Property Plan to help give you clarity, direction and wealth-producing results. Some of our favorite quotes from the show: “We need more people. That means we need to import them. So unless we completely redo the whole economic setup of Australia, which we could do theoretically but we won't because it makes no sense, then we will see a continuation of the high migration approach.” – Simon Kuestenmacher “I think migration brings in not just the talents that we don't have here but other skills for the skills shortage. But it also fosters innovation.” – Michael Yardney “And I think once we become successful, as you and I have, in our own professions, it's part of our job to help others become successful and make this a country where everyone's got a chance.” – Michael Yardney PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW Reviews are hugely important to me because they help new people discover this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a review on your podcast app and tell others about our show.
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    26 mins

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