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  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Kerr Neilson - Argyle Family Office

    Self-made billionaire Kerr Neilson is widely regarded as one of the most significant — and original — investors Australia has ever produced. 


    A contrarian thinker with a global perspective, he built not only immense personal wealth, but a legacy that reshaped the culture of investing in Australia.


    Born in Johannesburg in 1949, Neilson bought his first shares as a teenager, developing an early fascination with markets and the psychology that drives them. He studied commerce at the University of Cape Town before moving to London, where he learned his craft amid the inflation shocks, political turmoil, and market volatility of the 1970s. Those formative years exposed him to uncertainty early — and taught him that opportunity often appears when others are fearful.


    In 1983, he moved to Australia, where he would eventually leave an indelible mark on the nation’s financial landscape. A decade later, he co-founded Platinum Investment Management, a firm that challenged conventional wisdom and introduced generations of Australian investors to the power of global investing, independent research, and long-term thinking. Under his leadership, Platinum became one of the country’s most respected investment houses.


    But the story of Kerr Neilson is not simply one of performance, rankings, or fortune. It is a story of temperament. Of independence of mind. Of scepticism toward the crowd and a lifelong belief that price and value are rarely the same thing. While others chased momentum, Neilson searched for mispricing. While markets grew euphoric, he remained measured. While consensus became comfortable, he looked elsewhere.


    His philosophy was rooted in patience, discipline, and emotional control — qualities far rarer than intelligence in the world of investing. He understood that markets move in cycles, that fear and greed repeat endlessly, and that great opportunities often require the courage to look wrong before eventually being proven right.


    Across five decades, he has navigated crashes, bubbles, recessions, booms, and profound structural change. Through it all, he built a reputation for thoughtful judgement, calm under pressure, and the quiet courage to stand apart when it matters most.


    Kerr Neilson’s career is more than a financial success story. It is a masterclass in rational thinking, long-term conviction, and the enduring rewards of seeing the world differently.


    The Interview Australia: Australia's most watched business series.


    Founder & Host: Rob Langton


    Proudly produced & distributed exclusively by: Ready Media Group


    More about Argyle Family Office: https://argylefund.com/


    Find out about Platinum Asset Management: https://www.platinum.com.au/


    Learn about Ready Media Group: https://readymedia.com.au/


    #billionaire #billionaireinterview #billionairemindset #ausbiz #businessinterview #businessaustralia #fundsmanagement #stockbroking #entrepreneurship #investing #business #richlist #platinumassetmanagement #argyle #kerrneilson

    22 April 2026, 7:03 am
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Sam Kennard - Kennards Self Storage

    In this rare & exclusive profile, we go inside the world of multi-billionaire Sam Kennard, the man behind one of Australia’s largest & most enduring self storage empires.

    At 21, Sam stepped into a modest family business with just eight centres.

    By 24, he was running it.

    Three decades later, that business spans 125+ facilities across Australia & New Zealand, managing tens of thousands of units and a $3 billion+ real estate portfolio.

    In this conversation, Sam reveals:

    - The origins and legacy of the Kennard family

    - His upbringing and early immersion in business

    - How Kennards Self Storage evolved over three decades into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise

    - The operational discipline and long-term thinking that fuelled growth

    - The risks, setbacks, and failures that defined both him & the business

    - Key lessons in leadership, legacy, and building a company built to last

    This is more than just a business story — it’s a masterclass in strategy, resilience, and thinking long-term.

    Listen now to discover what it really takes to build a lasting empire.

    Founder & Host: Rob Langton

    Proudly produced & distributed exclusively: Ready Media Group.

    More about Kennards Self Storage: www.kss.com.au

    Learn more about Ready Media Group: www.readymedia.com.au

    #samkennard #selfstorage #ausbiz #businessnews #richlist #billionaireinterview #billionairemindset

    2 April 2026, 8:46 pm
  • 59 minutes 7 seconds
    Christian Beck - InfoTrack
    For more than three decades, self-made billionaire Christian Beck has quietly built one of the most dominant vertical software ecosystems in the legal industry.
 He started in 1992 with LEAP Legal Software, transforming clunky, manual law firm workflows into software that became indispensable. 

 Then he created InfoTrack, moving beyond software into the invisible rails of property, court, and government systems. Today, under ATI Global, he controls a tightly woven group of businesses that dominate the sector — all while remaining intensely private.
 This conversation isn’t a standard founder story. It’s a rare glimpse into the mind of someone who has built an entire ecosystem, outmanoeuvred competitors for decades, and done so with discipline, patience, and an obsession for embedding value at the core of an industry.
 We discuss the decisions that made LEAP indispensable, the strategic moves that turned InfoTrack into critical infrastructure, and the philosophy that guides him as he builds for the long game — not for headlines or hype.
 This is a masterclass in strategy, vision, and execution — from one of Australia’s most underrated business architects. Host - Rob Langton Production & Distribution - Ready Media Group #ausbiz #businessnews #richlist #christianbeck #infotrack #theinterview #theinterviewau
    26 February 2026, 12:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Chris Lucas - Lucas Collective
    Chris Lucas stands as one of Australia’s most daring and influential hospitality entrepreneurs — a creator of culture as much as a creator of restaurants. Over the past two decades, he has built a portfolio of iconic venues that consistently reset the benchmark for what dining in Australia can feel like: energetic, design-led, culturally fluent and unapologetically ambitious. As the founder and driving force behind the Lucas Restaurants group, Lucas transformed venues like Chin Chin, Kisumé, Yakimono and Grill Americano into institutions that shape the way people eat, socialise and experience their city. His signature is unmistakable: theatrical concepts, world-class interiors, deep respect for global cuisines, and a relentless focus on service and atmosphere. Lucas is widely regarded as a master of brand-building — each restaurant crafted not just as a place to dine, but as a sensory, high-voltage experience that blends food, music, art, design and cultural storytelling. His influence extends beyond hospitality; he has helped define Melbourne’s identity as one of the world’s great dining capitals while continually pushing the industry forward with scale, innovation and vision. Bold, instinctive and fiercely committed to excellence, Chris Lucas has become a symbol of what modern entrepreneurial hospitality looks like: ambitious, experiential, culturally connected and impossible to ignore. In this exclusive feature profile by Rob Langton & Ready Media Group, Chris takes us on journey inside his World, from what drives his success to how he thinks about his legacy & everything in between. The Interview - Australia's most watched business program, featuring exclusive profiles of the Nation's most successful individuals. Founder & Host - Rob Langton Proudly produced, licensed & distributed by Ready Media Group. Further Information: https://readymedia.com.au/ https://lucascollective.com/ #ausbiz #businessnews #chrislucas #lucascollective #readymediagroup #readymedia #selfmade #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #sydney #melbourne #hospitality
    21 November 2025, 12:00 am
  • 1 hour 17 minutes
    Peter Freedman AM - Røde
    Peter Freedman AM is the self-made billionaire maverick behind one of Australia’s greatest manufacturing success stories. As the Founder and Chairman of RØDE Microphones, he turned a near-bankrupt family electronics business in 1987 into a global powerhouse—now exporting to over 120 countries, manufacturing everything in Sydney, and used by the world’s leading content creators, filmmakers, musicians, and broadcasters. Bold, driven, and obsessively hands-on, Peter is more than a tech entrepreneur—he’s a fierce advocate for Australian manufacturing, design excellence, and innovation on home soil. He famously reverse-engineered his first microphone in 1990, and never looked back—building vertically integrated factories filled with robots, launching revolutionary products like the VideoMic and RØDECaster, and acquiring global brands like Mackie, Lectrosonics, Aphex and SoundField under the Freedman Group. Awarded Member of the Order of Australia in 2016, and named EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014, Peter is as well known for his philanthropy as he is for his products—donating millions to arts, mental health, and design, including a record-breaking purchase of Kurt Cobain’s MTV Unplugged guitar, which he turned into cultural capital for Australia. Blunt, brilliant, and deeply committed to legacy, he’s said: “I’m not a capitalist. I just love winning.” This is a story of grit, reinvention, and building global greatness—out of a suburban factory in Sydney. Founder & Host | Rob Langton #ausbiz #billionaire #richlist #businessnews #businessaustralia #businessau #rode #peterfreedman #rodemicrophones #theinterviewau #theinterview #readymedia
    9 July 2025, 12:00 am
  • 52 minutes 43 seconds
    Malcolm Steinberg - LAI Group
    In this exclusive feature profile, we sit down with one of Australia’s most enduring and visionary entrepreneurs — Malcolm Steinberg. Born and raised in Perth in the 1940s, Malcolm’s entrepreneurial journey began at just 18 years old, when he acquired 21 pinball machines from a relative and began placing them in corner stores, milk bars, and pubs across the city. That humble venture marked the beginning of what would become a pioneering career in the world of interactive entertainment. In 1978, Malcolm launched the first Timezone in downtown Perth — a bold move that would ultimately redefine family entertainment across the Asia-Pacific. Over the decades, Timezone grew from a single arcade into a global entertainment powerhouse, with venues in Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Along the way, Malcolm also founded LAI Games, a Perth-based arcade game manufacturer that has produced some of the world’s most iconic and innovative machines — exporting to over 50 countries worldwide. But his legacy doesn’t stop at business. In honour of his grandmother, a Russian immigrant and early inspiration, Malcolm established the Malka Foundation — a philanthropic venture focused on empowering young people and supporting social enterprise across Australia. In this conversation, we explore the full arc of Malcolm’s journey: from his early days in suburban Perth, to building Timezone into a generational brand, to giving back through the Malka Foundation. Along the way, he shares lessons on reinvention, risk, and building businesses that endure. The Interview | Australia's most watched business program. Founder & Host | Rob Langton Produced & distributed exclusively | Ready Media Group. Further Information: https://readymedia.com.au/ https://www.lai.com.au/ #ausbiz #businessnews #richlist #malcolmsteinberg #theinterviewaustralia
    22 June 2025, 12:00 am
  • 51 minutes 34 seconds
    Michael Dempsey - Pipeline Capital
    In this exclusive profile, Michael Dempsey, Founder of Ezidebit shares his remarkable journey in building & scaling his global payments business prior to selling for $305m in 2014. Michael Dempsey is a prominent Australian entrepreneur and investor, best known for founding Ezidebit, a leading payments processing company that revolutionized the way Australian businesses manage electronic transactions. Starting in 1998, Michael leveraged his engineering background to create a scalable platform that rapidly gained traction in the market. Ezidebit grew to become one of the most trusted names in payment solutions, processing billions of dollars annually. In 2014, the company was acquired by Global Payments, marking a significant milestone in Michael’s career. After his success with Ezidebit, Michael shifted his focus to investment through Pipeline Capital, his family office established to target high-growth industries, particularly fintech. With his entrepreneurial expertise and a deep understanding of both technology and business operations, Michael now invests in innovative companies, helping them scale and thrive in competitive markets. Throughout his career, Michael has shown a keen ability to identify market gaps, develop technology-driven solutions, and lead companies to success. His journey from a tech startup founder to a respected investor demonstrates his vision, leadership, and commitment to fostering innovation in the Australian business landscape. Founder & Host - Rob Langton Produced exclusively by Ready Media Group. https://readymedia.com.au/ https://pipecapital.com/ #ausbiz #businessnews #richlist #theinterviewau #readymedia
    12 June 2025, 12:00 am
  • 49 minutes 42 seconds
    Karl Morris AO - Ord Minnett
    Today, we are privileged to sit down with Karl Morris, the CEO and Managing Director of Ord Minnett, one of Australia’s leading wealth management and financial services firms. With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Karl’s leadership has been pivotal in steering Ord Minnett through significant growth and adaptation in an ever-changing market. A proud Brisbane native, Karl’s career path began with a foundation in business and commerce, earning his degree at Griffith University, before joining Ord Minnett in 1990. Over the years, he has held various leadership roles, including State Manager, Branch Manager, and Executive Chairman, before becoming CEO in 2004. Under Karl’s stewardship, Ord Minnett has maintained its reputation for excellence in client service and strategic growth, all while navigating the evolving landscape of financial technology, market trends, and regulatory changes. In this exclusive feature profile, we’ll explore his journey, the evolution of Ord Minnett, and his insights on the future of financial services.
    30 May 2025, 4:25 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Grant Petty - Blackmagic Design
    Joining our program on this episode is self-made billionaire Grant Petty - the founder and CEO of Blackmagic Design, the company behind some of the most game-changing technology in the film, television, and live production industries. From cinema cameras to colour grading software to live switchers, Blackmagic has redefined what’s possible—and who gets access to it. What started in Grant’s garage in Melbourne is now powering everything from Hollywood blockbusters to independent YouTube channels. But more than a tech founder, Grant is a filmmaker at heart—driven by a belief that creativity shouldn’t be held back by cost or complexity. In this conversation, we dive into the early days of Blackmagic, how Grant’s rural upbringing influenced his approach to innovation, and why he’s so obsessed with democratising creativity. Founder & Host - Rob Langton
    20 May 2025, 12:00 am
  • 51 minutes 25 seconds
    Morry Waked - Vinva Investment Management
    Our guest on today’s episode is investment legend, Morry Waked - the low profile but high-achieving Founding Principal & Managing Director of Vinva Investment Management. Vinva Investment Management is an independent, global investment firm that specialises in managing active equity strategies across Australian & global equity markets, with a remarkable $25bn of funds under management - in 2024, Magellan acquired a minority equity stake in Vinva for a reported $138.5m. Prior to founding Vinva in 2010, Morry’s career encapsulated a diverse range of positions including Global Head & Chief Investment Officer of Barclays Global Investors – BGI for short - (Global Active Equities), Chief Executive Officer of Barclays Global Investors (Australia & New Zealand), Head of Australian Equities at BGI and Head of Quantitative Research at Rothschild Asset Management. In 2023, Morry was inducted into the Australian Fund Manager Hall of Fame as one of only twenty-two fund managers since its inception. He is a Graduate of Macquarie University, having completed both a Masters degree and a Bachelors degree in Economics, majoring in actuarial science and statistics. In this exclusive feature-length profile, Morry shares his journey, from the son of a taxi driver to the pinnacle of financial markets, along the way charting the challenges he encountered, the opportunities he pursued and the lessons he’s learnt from a lifetime in one of the most competitive industries in the World. Founder & Host - Rob Langton https://readymedia.com.au/ https://vinva.com/
    27 April 2025, 12:00 am
  • 33 minutes 21 seconds
    Ross Norgard
    In this exclusive feature profile, Perth businessman, investor & rich-lister Ross Norgard shares his business career - from working as a chartered accountant in the halcyon days that was Western Australia in the 1980's, to the high-achieving deal-maker famed for rescuing and listing hundreds of businesses on the ASX over a four plus decade journey. More recently, Ross was the Founding Chairman of NearMap - a business that was acquired by US private equity in a $1.1bn deal and currently invests privately in a number of mining, property & technology ventures. Founder & Host - Rob Langton https://readymedia.com.au/
    13 April 2025, 1:57 am
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