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Success and More Interesting Stuff

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Take a front-row seat to hear the stories behind some of Australia’s most successful and iconic sports people and business leaders. The show is hosted by Matthew Kidman, former business editor of the Sydney Morning Herald and author of three books. Kidman takes the time to uncover the rarely heard stories behind these successful individuals to give listeners a unique perspective of what makes them... more

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Guzman y Gomez Founder & co-CEO Steven Marks joins Matthew Kidman to discuss his decision to leave Wall Street, the tough early years building GYG, why quality is non-negotiable, and what comes next as the business expands into the US.

To mark the 50th episode of Success and More Interesting Stuff, Matthew Kidman is joined by Chris Judd, Jun Bei Liu and Dr Shane Oliver for a panel discussion focused on four timely issues facing markets as we approach 2026.

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Mark Landau’s best investment decision wasn’t a stock pick — it was meeting his future business partner, Rafi Lamm. Together they built L1 Capital from scratch into a $17 billion fund manager. In this episode, Landau reflects on the lessons from succ... more

From small-town Bega to the boardrooms of London and Hong Kong, Alexis George built a global career before taking on one of the toughest jobs in Australian business — rebuilding AMP. In this episode, she shares her story, the lessons she learned abro... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Judd
Former professional Australian rules footballer turned fund manager
Chirruti
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Jun Bei Liu
Funds manager with experience in investment analysis
Tencap
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Shane Oliver
Chief economist and head of strategy with extensive market experience
AMP
Episode: Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Alexis George
CEO of AMP
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Episode: Alexis George: Rebuilding AMP
Viktor Shvets
A renowned strategist with extensive experience in financial markets and author of two books
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Episode: Viktor Shvets: The end of cycles and the cost of progress
Nick Griffin
Fund manager and co-founder of Munro Partners
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Episode: Nick Griffin on finding stocks that can double earnings in 5 years
Paul Taylor
Head of Australian Investments at Fidelity
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Episode: How Fidelity’s Paul Taylor stays ahead of the market
Philip Lowe
Former Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia
Reserve Bank of Australia
Episode: Dr Philip Lowe: Interest rates alone can’t conquer Australia’s cost of living crisis
Chris Corrigan
Legend of the Australian corporate landscape and former leader at Bankers Trust
Episode: Success and More Interesting Stuff is back in 2025

Host

Matthew Kidman
Matthew Kidman is a seasoned host and former business editor of the Sydney Morning Herald, known for his insightful interviewing style that uncovers the personal stories behind successful individuals.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Dodgy

    Can find a shonk - Potts, Kelly, Phesorous.

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    2
    JamesYass
    Australia2 months ago
  • Wonderful Interviews

    Matthew Kidman is a wonderful interviewer, head and shoulders above anyone else I have heard, in my opinion at least. He treats his guests with respect, does a great job of drawing out who they are and what their personal qualities are. He is not concentrating on the figures produced by their companies; there are plenty of other sources for those details, but you get a rare and valuable insight into people running public companies or funds that we may or may not be investing in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill_H.)
    Australia2 years ago
  • Gem

    Love the interviews. Great mix of established stars of the business world and unknown gems. Each person seems to have a unique background but managed to enjoy remarkable success

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JWHDCE
    Australia2 years ago
  • Matthew has some obsessions

    These are good interviews but the interviewer Matthew has some grating obsessions - what private school you attended, what sport you were competitive at when at school (preferably AFL it seems), and what boys club inner circle you’re part of.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    toggle98
    Australia3 years ago
  • More episodes please!

    First time I’ve ever left a review for a podcast but just had to do it for this. This is the best finance/investing podcast I have come across for a long time. Top class guests and a great interviewer! Listened to all the episodes too quickly. Great work Matthew! Loved the insight from yourself and your guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therealcub92
    Australia3 years ago

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Overall, there is a strong appreciation for the insights shared by both the host and guests, making it a favored choice for finance and investing discussions.
Some feedback suggests that the host's personal questions about schooling and background can sometimes feel repetitive.
Listeners praise the quality of interviews, highlighting that Matthew Kidman stands out as a skilled and respectful interviewer.
Many enjoy the mix of established industry leaders and emerging voices, noting the unique backgrounds of guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#72
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#169
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#79
Singapore/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#206
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Apple Podcasts
#207
Singapore/Business
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#209
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Q: What's your outlook for 2026?
Jun Bei expresses cautious optimism for continued positive returns driven by corporate growth despite potential economic challenges.
Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Q: Do you think we're going to go through the same bubble with AI?
Chris suggests that unlike the internet bubble, the business models around AI require significant capital and are less likely to result in a bubble similar to that of the late 90s.
Gold, AI and the risks investors can’t ignore heading into 2026
Q: So, for someone who's running a portfolio of size, how do you handle it and how do you see precious metals at the moment?
Jun Bei discusses the importance of precious metals as hedges against inflation and geopolitical uncertainty, highlighting their role in portfolio diversification.
Viktor Shvets: The end of cycles and the cost of progress
Q: What's changed in how people analyze markets and analyze companies?
Shvets elaborated on how the advent of technology has transformed market analysis, mentioning the shift from deep analysis to a reliance on provided information, alongside changes in the role of analysts.
Viktor Shvets: The end of cycles and the cost of progress
Q: As a young analyst, were you surprised with the reaction from the investors and how the share price started to?
Shvets expressed that the investors were quite supportive throughout the process, which was encouraging for him as a young analyst, although the backlash came from brokerage houses associated with Adelaide Steamship.

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4. Alexis George
5. Viktor Shvets
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7. Paul Taylor
8. Philip Lowe

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