The Contrarians with Adam and Adir
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 250
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.7/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Listener location: Australia
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
will@thecontrarianspod.com
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Host
Adam Schwab - Co-founder of Luxury Escapes and a business operator with experience in Australian startups and corporate strategy.
Adir Shiffman - Executive Chairman of Catapult Sports and a technology and business executive with experience in high-growth companies.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Chris Judd - Macro Investing, Uncertainty, Inflation, US Debt, Founder-led Investing, Cogstate, MAAS Group, Firmus, And Data Centres.
Luke Laretive - Active Investing, Aligned Fee Structures, Australian Finance Group, HMC Capital, Healthco, Healthscope, Digico, Private Credit, And Overlooked Assets.
Chris Judd - Markets, Macroeconomic Conditions, Inflation, US Debt, Founder-led Investing, Cogstate, MAAS Group, Firmus, And Data Centres.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Blackmagic Founder Cage Match, More Cettire Drama and is Bending Spoons the Real Deal?
October 09, 2026
Adam and Adir unpack the ugly founder and shareholder battle at Blackmagic Design, what it says about minority ownership and why a strong shareholders agreement matters. They then revisit Cettire after Dean Mintz buys another $2.7 million of shares and debate whether taking the company private could make sense, before turning to Bending Spoons’ acquisition of Miro and whether its highly leveraged “cigar butt” strategy can really create lasting value. Join us on Substack for articles, news a...
Firmus IPO Pulled: We go inside and explain what went wrong
October 09, 2026
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Jim’s Inflation Catastrophe, Credit Card Surcharge Backlash, Codan Goes Parabolic, Iran’s Negotiation Fail, Joby Takes Off and Mike’s Apology
October 05, 2026
Adam and Adir unpack the fallout from Australia’s credit-card surcharge changes, why retailers and consumers may both end up worse off, and whether the policy risks adding more inflationary pressure. Mike apologises for GTAVI misinformation, discussing Codan’s extraordinary growth and valuation, and dig into Joby Aviation, autonomous aircraft and the future of flying taxis. 00:00 - Queenstown, Tourism and GTA 6 20:45 - Credit Card Surcharges and Retail 54:02 - Iran, Energy and Geopolitic...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Contrarians with Adam and Adir?
The Contrarians with Adam and Adir is hosted by Adam Schwab and Adir Shiffman. Its publicly listed email is will@thecontrarianspod.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for The Contrarians with Adam and Adir?
The publicly listed email for The Contrarians with Adam and Adir: will@thecontrarianspod.com.
How many listeners does The Contrarians with Adam and Adir have?
Podseeker estimates The Contrarians with Adam and Adir reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Contrarians with Adam and Adir?
The Contrarians with Adam and Adir typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Fund managers, investors, founders, senior executives, and business experts with substantive experience in Australian companies, markets, entrepreneurship, or economic policy. Common among recent guests: Leadership of an established company or investment firm; Demonstrated investment or operating track record; Recognized expertise in Australian business, markets, or corporate strategy. Recent guests include Chris Judd, Luke Laretive, and Chris Judd.
How hard is it to get booked on The Contrarians with Adam and Adir?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does The Contrarians with Adam and Adir cover?
Recent episodes cover Business, Entrepreneurship, Investing, Corporate Strategy, and Startups. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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