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Narelle Plapp
17 December 2012
With the development of two of her own home made allergy friendly mueslis and with positive feedback, FoodForHealth was born. Naturopath Narelle Plapp joins Switzer TV to discuss her thriving business.
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Clifford Bennett
Could the Dow Jones index reach 20,000? For a dose of optimism and forecasts, Clifford Bennett from White Crane Group joins Switzer TV.
Roger Montgomery
For his take on what, if any, impact the Budget will have on stocks, as well as an in depth look at BHP Billiton, Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management joins Switzer TV.
Steve Keen
He's been tipping doom and gloom since before the GFC. To discuss his predictions and when they may come true, Australia's scariest economist Steve Keen, author of Debunking Economics, joins Switzer TV.
James Austin
With the Reserve Bank cutting the cash rate to 2.75 per cent and term deposits heading lower, what are the alternatives for low-risk investors? For his views, James Austin from Firstmac joins Switzer TV.
Jeff Rudes
With a vision to create jeans with the perfect fit, Jeff Rudes created J Brand. Don't miss his insights into the secrets behind his success.
Simon Bond
With the Gillard Government throwing $24 billion at infrastructure projects, which stocks in the sector are set to benefit? Simon Bond reveals his stock picks.
Andrew & Lisa Margan
For the secrets behind their success in building an award-winning business, Andrew and Lisa Margan from Margan Hunter Valley Wines joins Switzer TV.
Paul Rickard
Tuesday's Budget brought with it changes to super, so how will they affect you? For a closer look, Switzer Super Report's Paul Rickard joins Switzer TV.
Budget Special
"I want what he's having." This is Peter Switzer's take on the Treasurer's newly unveiled Budget: "he is completely off with the fairies". Don't miss Switzer's take on what this Budget truly means for your business.
Tom Seymour
To locate the devil in the tax details of this year's Budget, and explain why he thinks Australian companies have been slugged hard this time around, PricewaterhouseCoopers' Tom Seymour joins Switzer TV.
Michael Knox
With the Treasurer set to reveal this year's Budget tonight, Michael Knox from RBS Morgans gives us his views on what we should expect.
Rudi Filapek-Vandyck
For a look at his top stocks and those he believes are not so hot, Rudi Filapek-Vandyck from FN Arena joins Switzer TV.
Sameer Kassam
For a close look at what is the R&D tax incentive and what it means for SMEs, Sameer Kassam from CharterNet joins Switzer TV.
Martin Grunstein
When an international hotel chain treats a customer service expert with such disdain, they’re asking for trouble. Martin Grunstein wants to know your poor service story.
Sinclair Taylor
For a look at the latest trends with SMSFs including a big spike in the number of people who want to move out of cash into shares according to a recent Westpac survey, Sinclair Taylor joins Switzer TV.
Tim Heberden
When Google recently took over Motorola, it was shown that around $5.5 billion or 44 per cent of the purchase price accounted for patents and technology. For a look at how big intellectual property held by the top 100 ASX companies is, Tim Heberden from Griffith Hack joins Switzer TV.
Gary Edstein
With online shopping in Australia booming in recent times, among the big beneficiaries are companies in the transport sector. For a look at how significant the overseas internet trade is, Gary Edstein from DHL Express Oceania joins Switzer TV.
Chris Chapman
With the conversion to digital broadcast nearly complete, Chris Chapman from the Australian Communications and Media Authority joins Switzer TV to discuss what is the digital dividend auction and how it will affect media companies.
Heidi Armstrong
Recent building approvals data showed disappointing results, however the attention on refinancing of home loans has been positive. Heidi Armstrong from State Custodians joins Switzer TV to discuss the home loan sector.
Tom Elliott
Are Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton good buys, or should we say goodbye? For his views on this, and further stocks analysis, Tom Elliott from Beulah Capital joins Switzer TV.
Anne Hamieh
With term deposits so low are insurance bonds and investment bonds worth a look? Centuria's Anne Hamieh joins Switzer TV with an in depth explanation.
Ron Bewley
Ron Bewley from Woodhall Investment Research joins Switzer TV to share his investment wizardry and what his charts are showing him right now.
Jordan Belfort
The Wolf of Wall Street is back in Australia. A former high-performing broker on the New York Stock Exchange who went to jail and is now making amends, Jordan Belfort joins Switzer TV to discuss what's in store for his upcoming Straight Line Sales and Persuasion Tour.
Adam Bennett
With the budget bottom line showing the economy is not as strong as once thought, how is small businesses faring? To give his views and explain what the Commonwealth Bank is doing to assist the sector, Adam Bennett joins Switzer TV.
James Dunn
Are stocks in the jobs and recruitment sector like seek.com.au, which has been a wonderful market performer, worth a look? For his stock picks, James Dunn from Dunn Media joins Switzer TV.
Michael McCarthy
Will the rally continue, or should we sell in May and go away? To share his views on this as well as his views on BHP, Newcrest and more, CMC Markets' Michael McCarthy joins Switzer TV.
Paul Rickard & Rudi Filapek-Vandyck Part 1
With gains on the market over the past year, what lessons can we hold on to and apply this year? Former CommSec boss Paul Rickard, and FNArena's Rudi Filapek-Vandyck, who are both writers on Switzer Super Report, join Switzer TV.
Paul Rickard & Rudi Filapek-Vandyck Part 2
With gains on the market over the past year, what lessons can we hold on to and apply this year? Former CommSec boss Paul Rickard, and FNArena's Rudi Filapek-Vandyck, who are both writers on Switzer Super Report, join Switzer TV.
Russell Evans
New research has shown a majority of small business owners are more likely to trust their "gut instinct" over professional advice, and this is perhaps at their own peril. To discuss the findings, Wolters Kluwer Asia Pacific CEO Russell Evans joins Switzer TV.
David Tomasi
Australia could be facing a long-term investment shortfall due to the cost of Australian workers. So how does Australia compare when it comes to wages? To discuss, David Tomasi from UHY Haines Norton joins Switzer TV.
Alan Lipman
For a reading on the state of healthcare equipment manufacturing in Australia, Alan Lipman from K Care, a company which also exports its products, joins Switzer TV.
Steve Mickenbecker
Canstar research reveals that over the past 10 years the amount of cash SMSF trustees hold as a proportion of overall investments hasn't changed significantly. To discuss, Steve Mickenbecker joins Switzer TV.
Bruce Harmer
With the Red Shield Appeal underway for 2013, Bruce Harmer joins Switzer TV to discuss the business behind the not-for-profit organisation, The Salvation Army.
John Edwards
With demand for loans still lacklustre, what will it mean for the housing market for the rest of this year? John Edwards from Residex shares his views.
Inese Kingsmill
The Telstra Business Women's Awards have unearthed some truly great performers from top entrepreneurs to corporate high-flyers to even top cops. With nominations for 2013 now open, Telstra's Inese Kingsmill joins Switzer TV.
Gary Stone
With falls in the gold price and the Americans getting into oil and gas big time, Share Wealth Systems' Gary Stone checks out Newcrest and Woodside. Plus, don't miss his retail sector stock picks.
Peter Strong
With the federal Budget just around the corner, what's in store for small business? To discuss, COSBOA CEO Peter Strong joins Switzer TV.
Michael Knox
Will the markets "sell in May and go away" this year? For his views, Michael Knox from RBS Morgans joins Switzer TV.
Louis Christopher
With a lot of talk of rising house prices, what's the outlook for property this year? To pick the brains of a man who watches property prices 24/7, Peter Switzer speaks with Louis Christopher from SQM Research.
Graham Richardson talks money with Peter Switzer
Sky's Graham Richardson talks money and more with Peter Switzer who reveals aspects of the super announcement many have missed.
Simon Bond
The challenge for Simon Bond from RBS Morgans this week: find a key demographic trend and the stocks that we should be looking at or ignoring as a consequence.
Dr. Amantha Imber
What drives innovation in business? Dr. Amantha Imber heads a unique consultancy, Inventium, that applies the latest findings from psychology and neuroscience to help companies gain a competitive edge. Don't miss her tips.
John Trowbridge
With the insurance industry facing massive losses from natural disasters and man made catastrophes, a leading reinsurance firm has found some insurers may not be prepared to weather the storms of the coming year. John Trowbridge, Financial Services Expert and Former APRA Regulator, shares his views.
Shane Oliver
With a rise in the unemployment rate and bad news for business conditions and consumer confidence, will we see further interest rate cuts soon? For his take on this and the health of the economy, AMP Capital's Shane Oliver joins Switzer TV.
Rudi Filapek-Vandyck
Rudi Filapek-Vandyck from FNArena joins Switzer TV to shine the spotlight on the stocks and sectors he's watching right now. Don't miss his views.
Giuseppe Lavazza
For over 100 years Lavazza has been one of the world's most popular coffee brands. Launching into Australian supermarkets, delis and cafes in the early 1980s, today it's associated with many key events such as Melbourne Fashion Week. For more on the company, Giuseppe Lavazza joins Switzer TV.
Bruce Jacques
What's the outlook for coal and which are the stocks to watch right now? For his picks, Bruce Jacques from IHS McCloskey joins Switzer TV.
Harold Mitchell
As one of Australia's leading businessmen, philanthropists and media commentators, Harold Mitchell, executive chairman at Aegis Media Australia and New Zealand joins Switzer TV to discuss the state of the media sector and share the secrets behind his success.
Tony Negline
What are the positives and negatives of investing in property inside or outside a self-managed super fund? Switzer Super Report writer Tony Negline from Financial and Technical Solutions joins Switzer TV to discuss.
Malcolm Mackerras
With the countdown on for the Federal election, and opinion polls painting a fairly bleak picture for the Gillard Government, political analyst Malcolm Mackerras joins Switzer TV to share his latest predictions on the outcome.
Clifford Bennett
With April historically a great month on Wall Street, will the rally keep on keeping on? Clifford Bennett from White Crane Group joins Switzer TV to discuss.
Jess Blanch & Suzanne Santos
It's a big step to take an Australian brand global, but it's not impossible. To discuss their experiences of marketing premium brands to the world and more, RUSSH magazine's Jess Blanch and Aesop's Suzanne Santos spoke with Emma Alberici at the recent deLux13 Forum.
James Austin
With an improvement in capital city home prices and new home approvals, are the rate cuts over? To discuss this and more, James Austin from Firstmac joins Switzer TV.
Hilton Seskin
Despite the challenges for traditional retail including the high dollar, the internet and online rivals, some new age businesses are jumping into the sector. Next Athleisure chairman Hilton Seskin brought Topshop and Topman to Australia and has just launched Super Glue. Don't miss his insights on Switzer TV.
Roger Montgomery
What stocks are good buys right now, and are the banks worth a look? For his stock picks, Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management joins Switzer TV.
Greg Evans
With the Budget just over a month away, how is the report card for this Government when it comes to small business? To discuss this, interest rates and more, Greg Evans from the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry joins Switzer TV.
Pauline Vamos
With the Federal Government hovering over superannuation like an ominous black cloud, the Association of Super Funds of Australia is forecasting potentially stormy weather ahead. For a super insiders view on what might emerge on Budget night, Pauline Vamos joins Switzer TV.
Sinclair Taylor
To shine the spotlight on asset allocation in SMSFs, Sinclair Taylor from Westpac joins Switzer TV.
Hans Kunnen
Household finances are improving with more than 45 per cent of Aussies managing to save money, according to the latest St. George-Melbourne Institute Household Financial Conditions Report. And what are we putting money away for? Holidays and travel! To discuss, St. George chief economist Hans Kunnen joins Switzer TV.
Martin Grunstein
Customer service is the main game for all business, right? Not all the time, it seems. Martin Grunstein joins Switzer TV to share a recent bad experience, and shares his tips on the right way to treat customers.
Ellie Comerford
Australian homebuyer confidence has hit the lowest level since 2008 according to the latest Genworth Homebuyer Confidence Index as concerns about job security outweigh low interest rates and improved affordability. For more, Ellie Comerford from Genworth joins Switzer TV. View the full Streets Ahead report here.
Matt Sherwood
Investor confidence has taken a hit in recent times due to fears about Cyprus. So, should we be concerned, and is this the start of a pullback? Matt Sherwood from Perpetual joins Switzer TV to share his views.
Lance Lai
Is a significant pullback ever going to happen? King of charts Lance Lai from Accountancy Invest shares his views.
Dr. Edward Altman
Financial markets are concerned about Europe and China, but are things really as risky as the doomsday merchants suggest? International risk expert Dr. Edward Altman, who is a Professor of finance at the Stern School of Business at New York University shares his views.
Andrew McEvoy
On average, tourists in Australia spend more than US$7000 per person per trip. Speaking at the recent deLux13 Forum Andrew McEvoy, managing director of Tourism Australia, shares his insights into selling Australia to the world.
James Bond
Australian chief investment officers are now the most confident they've been for two years according to the Financial Services Council CIO index. For more, the Council's James Bond, who was also an economic advisor to Kevin Rudd when he was in opposition, joins Switzer TV.
Bill Moss
At a time when green shoots are starting to show in the Australian economy, chairman of Moss Capital and former Macquarie Bank property guru, Bill Moss, joins Switzer TV to share his views on the political climate, the stock market and more.
Paul Stacey
The new commissioner of taxation promises to drive change but what does he think are the big issues for the ATO going forward? Paul Stacey from the Institute of Chartered Accountants joins Switzer TV to discuss.
Ron Bewley
With investors buying dividend yielding stocks over the past year, the yields on these stocks have been compressed. Is it too late to play this game, and is the market now too hot to handle? Ron Bewley from Woodhall Investment Research shares his views.
Paul Rickard
With the May Budget just around the corner, what are the potential changes that SMSF trustees need to look out for? To discuss, Paul Rickard from Switzer Super Report joins Switzer TV.
Victoria Newton & Mark Van Weelde
What are the common characteristics of award-winning businesses? To discuss the challenges and opportunities facing small business, Victoria Newton from StoneSet and Mark Van Weelde from Invisalign join Switzer TV.
Denise Meyerson
With many CEOs being shown the door recently, how important is it to have better leadership? To discuss this and more, Dr Denise Meyerson from Management Consultancy International joins Switzer TV.
Gerry Harvey Part 2
What are the secrets behind Gerry Harvey's success? The retail icon joins Switzer TV to share how he started in business, and what part luck and strong connections had to play. Watch part one here.
Gerry Harvey Part 1
Despite Harvey Norman reporting a 36% fall in half-year profit, Gerry Harvey remains confident the outlook for Aussie retailers is getting better. For more on this, and the impact of short sellers on the company's share price, don't miss his interview on Switzer TV. Watch part two here.
Serafina Maiorano
Advance, a network of Aussies abroad, is now awarding our future leaders and innovators. To discuss the stories of the nominees, CEO Serafina Maiorano joins Switzer TV.
Roger Montgomery
For a close look at Harvey Norman, and stocks that are worth investigating, Roger Montgomery from Montgomery Investment Management joins Switzer TV. Don't miss his picks.
John McBain
For his views on what's happening in the property sector, John McBain from diversified funds manager Centuria Capital, which recently reported its first half results, joins Switzer TV.
Clifford Bennett
To discuss his views on the US and Aussie markets for 2013 and his call that the Dow is headed to 20,000, Clifford Bennett from White Crane Group joins Switzer TV.
John McGrath
Recent balance of payment figures show that investment from overseas into Australian real estate was bigger than direct investment into mining. John McGrath from McGrath Estate Agents joins Switzer TV to discuss his top suburb picks and outlook for property in 2013.
Michael Witts
The Reserve Bank left the cash rate on hold at 3% following improved local and global economic conditions. For the details, as well as where rates are headed, don't miss Michael Witts from ING Direct.
John Borghetti
Domestic competition has hurt Virgin Australia's first-half result, and an extra heavy tax burden due to the carbon tax has impacted the bottom line. For more on the result and the outlook and strategy for the airline, CEO John Borghetti joins Switzer TV.
David Bates
David Bates from leading online employment relations service Workforce Guardian joins Switzer TV to discuss how small businesses can navigate the often challenging Fair Work Act.
Gary Stone
Where is the pullback of the stock market? For his views on whether it's time to get in or out of the market, as well as his stock picks, don't miss Share Wealth Systems' Gary Stone.
Karin Upton Baker
Despite a struggling retail sector, it's surprising to note the high-end retailers are doing well. To discuss the performance and outlook for luxury retailers, Hermès Managing Director, Karin Upton Baker joins Switzer TV.
Ben Elias
History has shown not many first class football players end up on the boards of resource companies, but Ben Elias, the Chairman of Kupang Resources, is an exception to the rule. Don't miss his story about how he went from the centre of the scrum to the top of the heap.
Heidi Armstrong
With a rapid growth in SMSFs over the past few years, are trustees stampeding into property loans? To discuss, Heidi Armstrong from State Custodians joins Switzer TV.
Andrew Bland
We all know about people chucking a sickie and getting away with it. But what happens when the boss finds out? Lawyer Andrew Bland joins Switzer TV to shed light on a recent case where an employee was sacked for appearing on Beauty and the Geek while on sick leave, but won an adverse action claim.
