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. Oct 1

    Could Planes Really Be Grounded Within Months?

    Could the Iran war trigger an energy shock severe enough to ground planes, force fuel rationing and push food prices even higher? In this week’s GOKO Podcast, Greg and Troy unpack Professor Stephen Keen’s warning about the potential economic fallout from the Iran conflict. The discussion moves from aviation and fuel shortages to food prices, government preparedness and the political consequences if everyday Australians start feeling even more pressure at the pump and supermarket checkout. They discuss: • Stephen Keen’s warning of a potentially major energy crisis • Why planes could face disruption if fuel pressure escalates • The possibility of fuel rationing • How higher energy costs could flow through to food and transport • Why governments may be underprepared for a prolonged crisis • The political consequences of worsening cost-of-living pressure • What history can teach us about public demand for political change Timestamps: 00:00 – Could planes really be grounded within months? 01:00 – Stephen Keen’s warning about the Iran war 01:35 – The potential global energy crisis 02:00 – Petrol prices, food costs and shortages 03:20 – Why Keen says fuel rationing may be needed 04:00 – What fuel rationing looked like in Australia 05:00 – The political consequences for Australia 05:35 – Nuclear war and the risk of further escalation 07:00 – Pauline Hanson, Trump and the demand for change 08:00 – What Gough Whitlam and Vietnam can teach us 09:00 – How political movements gain momentum 10:00 – Greg on whether he would “fall into line” in politics 10:40 – Viewer comments and wrapping up What do you think, are governments taking the risk of a serious energy crisis seriously enough? Subscribe to The GOKO Podcast for weekly conversations on business, investing, politics, technology and the forces shaping what comes next. #GOKOPodcast #EnergyCrisis #IranWar #CostOfLiving #FuelPrices #StephenKeen #AustraliaPolitics

  2. Sep 24

    I’ve Applied to Run for Parliament with One Nation… Here’s Why

    Greg Owen said he’d never enter politics. Now he’s put in an application to become One Nation’s candidate for the federal seat of Bennelong. In this episode of GOKO, Greg drops the announcement on Troy, who genuinely had no idea it was coming, and explains what changed his mind. Greg reveals that One Nation approached him, why he eventually submitted the application, and what happens next if he makes it through the selection process. But he’s also clear: they’re looking at him, and he’s looking at them. The conversation then turns to a much bigger question: if Greg did enter politics, what would he actually want to change about Australia? They discuss: • Why Greg changed his mind about entering politics • How One Nation approached him • What the candidate selection process could involve • The possibility of presenting in front of Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce • Why Greg believes Australia could do far more with its natural resources • Whether everyday Australians should benefit financially from the nation’s assets • Infrastructure, government red tape and long term thinking • Why Greg wants to hear directly from Australians about what they would change TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Greg’s big announcement 00:40 — “I put my application in” 01:00 — Why Troy is completely shocked 01:30 — Why Greg changed his mind 02:00 — What happens during the application process 02:30 — Presenting in front of Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce? 04:00 — Would Greg actually make a good MP? 05:20 — Why Greg decided to give it a shot 06:30 — His family doesn’t know yet 07:20 — Why One Nation approached Greg 09:20 — Greg asks Australia for its opinion 10:00 — What would Greg change about the country? 11:30 — Australia’s untapped opportunities 12:00 — Should Australians profit from our natural resources? 13:00 — Bitcoin and politics 15:00 — Greg’s message to viewers Now we want to hear from you: Do you think Greg should go through with it? And if you could change one thing about Australia, what would it be? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Greg wants to hear them. Subscribe to GOKO for more conversations on business, investing, politics, technology and the ideas shaping Australia’s future.

  3. Sep 18

    Everyone’s Panicking About Property. Here’s What Comes Next

    Everyone’s panicking about property. Prices, interest rates, recession fears and affordability are dominating the headlines — but are we missing the bigger picture? This week on GOKO, Greg Owen and Troy Harris look at the property market through a very different lens: the 18-year property cycle. Greg revisits economist Phil Anderson’s long-term property cycle and his view that the current market could flatten for several years before the next major property boom. If that cycle plays out again, today’s property prices may only be part of a much bigger story — particularly for the next generation of Australian home buyers. They also discuss the latest political polling, the growing support for One Nation, media narratives, Bitcoin’s four-year cycle and why long-term investors need to understand the difference between short-term noise and long-term trends. And make sure you stay until the end… Greg has something BIG to announce. He won’t reveal it this week — but Troy’s reaction when he hears what’s coming says plenty. Next week’s GOKO could be a very interesting one. In this episode: • Why Greg believes the property market needs to be viewed in cycles • The 18-year property cycle and what could come next • Why Phil Anderson has been talking about this period for years • The warning for the next generation of Australian home buyers • Why Greg believes the next property boom could be enormous • Property cycles vs Bitcoin’s four-year cycle • Why headlines can distort what’s really happening in markets • The latest discussion around One Nation and Australian politics • Greg teases a major announcement for next week ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – What’s happening in Australian politics? 01:20 – One Nation and the latest polling 03:00 – The superannuation debate 04:30 – What the headlines are saying about property 05:00 – Understanding the 18-year property cycle 06:00 – What could happen after the market flattens? 06:30 – The problem facing the next generation of home buyers 07:20 – Property cycles vs Bitcoin cycles 08:30 – Can you trust the headlines? 09:00 – Phil Anderson, Warren Buffett and long-term investing 10:00 – Greg teases a BIG announcement for next week Do you think Australian property is in trouble — or are we simply watching another cycle play out? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe to GOKO and turn on notifications — you won’t want to miss what Greg has to reveal next week.

  4. Sep 4

    Have the Sydney Swans Already Paid the Price?

    Have the Sydney Swans already paid the price or has the media pile-on gone too far? This week on The GOKO Podcast, Troy and Greg unpack the controversy surrounding the Sydney Swans and ask a bigger question about Australian sport: when does legitimate accountability turn into public punishment? The players put themselves in a situation they should have avoided. But with allegations still being dealt with and the story continuing to dominate headlines, Troy and Greg debate whether the reaction has become bigger than the incident itself. They also look beyond the Swans to the broader conversation around young men, misogyny, the “manosphere” and the very different allegations emerging from Sydney schools. In this episode: • The Sydney Swans controversy and the media reaction • Have the players already “copped enough”? • Why athletes need to think about the situations they put themselves in • The responsibility of clubs, coaches and management • Australia’s tall poppy syndrome • Why sporting stars become easy targets • The important distinction between the Swans story and the school allegations • Misogyny, young men and the “manosphere” • Why accountability still matters • Where should the media draw the line? TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – The Sydney Swans debacle 01:00 – Innocent until proven guilty? 02:30 – Has the media reaction gone too far? 03:20 – Should clubs do more to protect players? 04:00 – The allegations involving Sydney school students 05:00 – Why the Swans situation is different 06:00 – Athletes, responsibility and being constantly filmed 07:00 – “Nothing good happens after midnight” 07:30 – Has the punishment become excessive? 08:20 – The manosphere conversation 10:00 – Australia’s tall poppy syndrome 10:30 – Why successful athletes get torn down 12:00 – Have the Swans copped enough? 12:40 – Misogyny in schools, universities and workplace Where do you draw the line? Should professional athletes expect intense public scrutiny because of their position — or can media coverage reach a point where enough is enough? Let us know what you think in the comments. Subscribe to The GOKO Podcast for conversations about business, investing, politics, leadership, technology and the issues shaping Australia.

  5. Aug 27

    Will AI Replace 80% of Jobs?

    Will AI really replace 80% of jobs? Or have we heard this prediction before? Elon Musk believes artificial intelligence and robotics will dramatically reshape the workforce over the next few years. But Greg isn't buying it. In this week's episode, Greg and Troy debate one of the biggest questions facing business owners, investors, and professionals: are we heading toward mass unemployment, or will people do what they've always done and adapt? Drawing on examples from manufacturing, computers, and the rise of the internet, Greg argues that every major technological revolution has created fear before ultimately creating new opportunities. Is AI different this time, or is history repeating itself? In this episode: Elon Musk's prediction that AI could eliminate most jobs  Why Greg believes we're being "sold a lemon"  The historical pattern of technological disruption  Why humans have always reinvented themselves  Will younger generations accept robots more easily?  The role of AI, automation, and robotics in the future economy  Why entrepreneurial thinking may become even more valuable Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 03:20 Elon Musk and the AI jobs debate 05:00 Why emotion influences the adoption of new technology 06:45 Will younger generations embrace robots? 09:00 Can 80% of jobs really disappear? 09:40 What history teaches us about technological change 11:10 Why Greg believes society will reinvent itself again 12:30 Final thoughts: Is Elon right? Question for you: Will AI replace most jobs, or will humans adapt like we've done throughout history? Leave a comment below. We'd love to hear your perspective.

  6. Aug 20

    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.

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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.