The GOKO Podcast

Greg Owen and Troy Harris

The world is changing faster than ever. AI is reshaping industries. The way we work is evolving. Traditional financial systems are being challenged. And new opportunities are emerging for the people willing to think differently and stay ahead of the curve. Welcome to The GOKO Podcast. Hosted by Greg Owen and Troy Harris, this weekly show explores the biggest shifts happening across business, entrepreneurship, investing, technology, wealth and the future of how we live and work. Each episode brings real conversations, practical insights, bold perspectives and world-class guests discussing what’s actually happening behind the headlines — without the noise, confusion or fear-driven narratives. Whether you're building a business, growing your perfect portfolio, navigating AI, or simply trying to make smarter decisions in a rapidly changing world, this podcast is designed to help you think bigger, position yourself earlier and create a life by design. Subscribe now and join us each week as we unpack what’s next — and what it could mean for you.

  1. 10h ago

    Have Gambling Apps Gone Too Far?

    Have gambling apps crossed the line? Sports betting has always been part of Australian culture, but has technology changed the game? In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg and Troy tackle one of Australia's biggest and most controversial issues: the rise of smartphone betting apps and the explosion of gambling advertising. They discuss whether modern betting platforms are making gambling too accessible and ask whether vulnerable Australians are being deliberately targeted. From sports advertising to political inaction, this conversation explores where personal responsibility ends and where society should step in. In this episode: • Are gambling apps making addiction worse? • Why sports betting advertisements are everywhere. • How smartphone betting changed the gambling industry. • Are betting companies targeting vulnerable people? • Should governments regulate betting more aggressively? • Where should the line between freedom and responsibility be drawn? Timestamps 00:00 - Have gambling apps gone too far? 01:00 - Gambling advertising and its impact on Australian families 02:00 - Why betting apps have changed everything 03:00 - Peter V'landys and the role of sporting organisations 04:00 - The government's response to the gambling debate 05:00 - Politics, regulation and public responsibility 06:00 - Australian cricket and leadership 07:00 - The Allan Border Medal controversy 08:00 - Returning to the gambling debate 09:00 - The AFL, the NRL and betting 10:00 - Are gambling companies targeting vulnerable people? 11:00 - Freedom of choice versus social responsibility 12:00 - Senate inquiries, addiction and enabling behaviour 13:00 - Final thoughts and audience reactions What do you think? Should Australians be free to gamble however they choose, or should betting apps and advertising face tougher restrictions? Leave your thoughts in the comments. 👍 Subscribe to The GOKO Podcast for more conversations about business, technology, investing, leadership, politics and the future.

  2. 6d ago

    Trump, Iran and a War Nobody Can Control

    Trump, Iran and a War Nobody Can Control Could the Iran war become a conflict that nobody can stop? In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg Owen and Troy Harris unpack the growing conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States, the apparent breakdown between Trump and Netanyahu, and why this situation could become much bigger than many people expect. The conversation explores America's long history of military intervention, comparisons with Vietnam and Iraq, concerns about nuclear escalation, and whether the same anti-establishment politics that transformed the US could reshape Australia. This isn't about telling you what to think. It's about asking difficult questions and encouraging independent thinking. In this episode: • Trump and Netanyahu's growing divide • Why the Iran war could become much harder to contain • Is America repeating the mistakes of Vietnam and Iraq? • Five possible outcomes for the conflict • Could this become a catastrophic regional crisis? • Is Australia following America's political path? ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Trump and Netanyahu fall out 01:00 – Why the war started 03:00 – Is Trump any different from previous presidents? 06:00 – Pauline Hanson and anti-establishment politics 10:00 – Five possible outcomes for the Iran war 12:00 – Bigger than Vietnam? 💬 What do you think? Is Trump making the same mistakes America has made for decades, or is he simply more direct than the politicians who came before him? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

  3. Aug 6

    Australia Is Sitting on a Fortune... So What's Going Wrong?

    Australia Is Sitting on a Fortune... So What's Going Wrong? Australia is one of the most resource-rich countries on Earth. So why does it feel like we're constantly told we can't afford to build for the future? In this episode, Greg Owen argues that Australia's biggest problem isn't a lack of oil, gas, water or opportunity, it's the way we think. Instead of planning decades ahead, governments focus on the next election cycle, leaving massive opportunities on the table. Greg shares his ideas on how Australia could unlock its natural wealth, why successful entrepreneurs should have a bigger role in shaping the country's future, and whether long-term thinking, not more politics, is the key to making Australia stronger. In this episode: Why Greg believes Australia has enormous untapped potentialThe problem with four-year political thinkingShould governments work alongside entrepreneurs like Gina Rinehart and Twiggy Forrest?Could Australia's natural resources create greater prosperity for everyone?Why long-term infrastructure projects rarely happenDoes Australia need a completely different approach to leadership?Greg's thoughts on Pauline Hanson and whether minor parties can drive meaningful changeWhy younger leaders may be essential for Australia's futureTimestamps 00:00 – Is Australia wasting its greatest opportunities? 01:00 – Why governments only think four years ahead 02:00 – Australia's untapped oil and natural resources 03:00 – Could business leaders help build the country? 05:00 – The idea of a national water infrastructure project 06:00 – Long-term thinking vs short-term politics 07:00 – Gina Rinehart, entrepreneurs and national wealth 08:00 – Pauline Hanson and Australia's political future 10:00 – What would it take to make Australia truly prosperous? What do you think? Is Australia's biggest challenge really leadership, or is there something else holding the country back? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. If you enjoyed this discussion, make sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of The GOKO Podcast.

  4. Jul 30

    Has Pauline Hanson Made Her Biggest Mistake Yet?

    Should Pauline Hanson be standing alongside Tommy Robinson? In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg Owen and Troy Harris unpack Pauline Hanson's Spotlight interview, Tommy Robinson's growing influence, and the broader debate around immigration, patriotism and freedom of speech. The conversation explores whether Tommy Robinson is being misunderstood, whether politicians should engage with controversial figures, and what Australia's future could look like if it follows the path of the UK. This isn't about telling you what to think. It's about asking the difficult questions and encouraging independent thinking. In this episode: • Pauline Hanson's Spotlight interview • Tommy Robinson: misunderstood or too controversial? • Has England changed forever? • Immigration and preserving national identity • The role of mainstream media vs independent voices • Donald Trump's latest controversial appointment ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Pauline Hanson's Spotlight interview 01:00 – Why almost one million Australians tuned in 01:45 – Tommy Robinson and the UK 03:00 – Has England changed forever? 05:15 – The Australia travel controversy 06:00 – Is Tommy Robinson misunderstood? 08:15 – Patriotism vs extremism 10:45 – Should politicians meet controversial figures? 13:20 – Donald Trump's latest announcement 15:30 – Final thoughts 💬 What do you think? Should politicians engage with controversial people to better understand them, or does it simply give them a bigger platform Let us know your thoughts in the comments.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on AI, business, investing, entrepreneurship, politics and the future of wealth

  5. Jul 23

    Should Pauline Hanson Be Meeting Tommy Robinson?

    Should politicians spend time with controversial people? Should Karl Stefanovic have interviewed Tommy Robinson? Was Pauline Hanson right to travel to the UK and spend time with one of Britain's most controversial figures? In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg Owen and Troy Harris discuss Tommy Robinson, Pauline Hanson's UK visit, immigration, mainstream media, political leadership, and whether understanding someone is the same as supporting them. This isn't about telling you what to think. It's about asking the questions many people won't. In this episode: • Should politicians meet controversial figures? • Karl Stefanovic's move from mainstream to independent media • Pauline Hanson's visit to the UK • The immigration debate in Britain and Australia • Why leadership matters during times of change • Is Australia's two-party system coming to an end? ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Should Karl Stefanovic interview Tommy Robinson? 01:55 – Tommy Robinson's controversial past 03:00 – Immigration and the changing face of Britain 05:10 – Should immigrants adopt a country's culture? 06:45 – Pauline Hanson's visit to the UK 07:30 – Karl Stefanovic and independent media 08:45 – Trump, leadership and political influence 11:15 – Can Pauline Hanson reshape Australian politics? 12:05 – Is the two-party system coming to an end? 13:20 – Final thoughts 💬 What do you think? Should political leaders spend time with people they disagree with, or does it give those people an unnecessary platform? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe for weekly conversations on AI, business, investing, entrepreneurship, politics and the future of wealth.

  6. Jul 9

    The Internet Didn't Like Our Pauline Hanson Take

    Last week's Pauline Hanson episode sparked one of the biggest reactions we've ever had. Hundreds of comments. Strong opinions. Plenty of disagreement. And that's exactly what we wanted. In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg Owen and Troy Harris respond to your feedback, revisit their thoughts on Pauline Hanson, the Liberal Party and Labor, and discuss whether anything has changed after hearing from viewers across Australia. They also unpack Barnaby Joyce's influence, why the Liberal Party continues to struggle, and whether Labor still has a pathway to winning the next election. In this episode: • Reading your comments from last week's episode • Did we get Pauline Hanson wrong? • Does One Nation actually have policies? • Barnaby Joyce's role in One Nation's future • Can the Liberal Party recover? • What does Labor need to do to survive? • Why the pub test still matters • Greg Owen's latest political predictions ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Reacting to your comments 01:00 – Did viewers agree or disagree? 02:00 – Does One Nation have policies? 03:00 – The Liberal Party's biggest mistake 05:00 – Why Greg still believes the Liberals are struggling 08:00 – Barnaby Joyce's influence 10:00 – Can Pauline Hanson build the right team? 12:00 – Is there still hope for Labor? 13:00 – Greg's latest prediction 14:00 – Final thoughts If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to The GOKO Podcast for weekly discussions on business, investing, entrepreneurship, politics and the biggest shifts shaping Australia's future.

  7. Jul 2

    Is Zuckerberg About To Create The World's Biggest Casino?

    Is Mark Zuckerberg about to change the future of crypto? In this episode of The GOKO Podcast, Greg Owen and Troy Harris unpack Meta's reported partnership with Polymarket, why prediction markets are exploding in popularity, and what this could mean for the future of cryptocurrency. They also discuss the rapid rise of online betting, why billionaires continue to invest in industries that generate massive cash flow, and whether crypto is quietly becoming part of everyday life without most people even realising it. In this episode: • Why Mark Zuckerberg is backing prediction markets • Could Meta bring crypto to billions of users? • What is Polymarket and how does it work? • Will this drive the next wave of crypto adoption? • The risks of online betting becoming mainstream • Why "the house always wins" • How billionaires identify trillion-dollar opportunities • What this could mean for the future of Ethereum and digital assets ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Facebook, crypto and online betting 00:45 – What is Polymarket? 02:00 – Is this hard gambling? 03:00 – Can Meta bring this to Australia? 04:00 – Why prediction markets are exploding 05:00 – Could this drive crypto adoption? 06:00 – The connection between Polymarket and Ethereum 07:00 – Where is crypto heading next? 08:00 – "The house always wins" 09:00 – Why billionaires invest differently 10:00 – James Packer, Elon Musk and the biggest opportunities 11:00 – Final thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The GOKO Podcast for weekly conversations on AI, business, investing, entrepreneurship, cryptocurrency and the opportunities shaping the future.

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The world is changing faster than ever. AI is reshaping industries. The way we work is evolving. Traditional financial systems are being challenged. And new opportunities are emerging for the people willing to think differently and stay ahead of the curve. Welcome to The GOKO Podcast. Hosted by Greg Owen and Troy Harris, this weekly show explores the biggest shifts happening across business, entrepreneurship, investing, technology, wealth and the future of how we live and work. Each episode brings real conversations, practical insights, bold perspectives and world-class guests discussing what’s actually happening behind the headlines — without the noise, confusion or fear-driven narratives. Whether you're building a business, growing your perfect portfolio, navigating AI, or simply trying to make smarter decisions in a rapidly changing world, this podcast is designed to help you think bigger, position yourself earlier and create a life by design. Subscribe now and join us each week as we unpack what’s next — and what it could mean for you.