Airport Economist

In the 21st century, sport isn’t just entertainment it’s a global economic force. But how much does it really drive growth, shape international trade, influence diplomacy, and fuel national pride?

Footynomics is the show where renowned economist Tim Harcourt unpacks the real competition, the one happening off the field.

From the AFL to the NRL, Rugby to the A-League, and international powerhouses like the NFL, EPL and IPL, Tim sits down with the major business leaders behind the world’s biggest codes.

If you’re curious about how sport really works behind the scenes, Footynomics is your all-access pass to the business side of the game.

Tim Harcourt takes you on a journey through two of southern India’s most vital cities—Bengaluru and Chennai—both emblematic of India’s resurgence as a global economic powerhouse.

Exploring India’s competitive strengths, we delve into its world-leading IT and software sectors, cutting-edge engineering, and its expanding influence in defence, aviation, space, and artificial intelligence. We also examine Make in India, the country’s ambitious investment in advanced manufacturing.

But what opportunities does this dynamic and vast economy present for Australian businesses? To find out, Tim speaks with key diplomats, business leaders, and entrepreneurs, as well as Australian companies thriving in southern India—leveraging it as a gateway to the global market.

Brunei has achieved remarkable economic success, largely due to its abundant natural resources. However, the nation recognises the need to reduce its reliance on oil and gas. To address this, it has launched Brunei Vision 2035—an ambitious plan to establish a dynamic, diversified, and sustainable economy. The vision aims to position Brunei among the top 10 countries globally in terms of GDP. In this episode, we explore how this transformative plan is being brought to life.