The Bellcast

Bridge the investing and markets knowledge gap with the Bell Direct Bellcast. From bite-size thought snippets, to full length interviews with the top executives of leading ASX200 companies, you'll be informed and ready for any market movement.

The Bellcast is a business podcast hosted by Bell Direct, with 86 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Bell Direct hosts The Bellcast, a business show with 86 episodes published.

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  From the helm: Blackpearl Group Limited (ASX:BPG), Nick Lissette, CEO

  Dec 15, 202517 minS0

  <p>In this episode of From the helm, Sophia Mavridis chats with Blackpearl Group’s Chief Executive Officer, Nick Lissette to discuss the rapid evolution of AI-powered sales and marketing tools, and how enterprise adoption is set to accelerate as major platforms like Microsoft, HubSpot, Salesforce and Google embed foundational models deeper into their ecosystems.<br/><br/>Nick shares insights into Blackpearl’s product suite, data advantage, acquisition strategy, and the company’s roadmap toward scaling globally through its enterprise “Data as a Service” model.<br/><br/>In this interview, Nick covers:<br/>• (0:55): enterprise adoption of AI sales and marketing tools over t...

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  From the Helm: Rural Funds Group (ASX:RFF), Tim Sheridan, COO & James Powell, GM

  Oct 29, 202514 minS0

  <p>In this episode of From the Helm, Grady Wulff sits down with Rural Funds Group (ASX:RFF) COO Tim Sheridan and General Manager of Investor Relations, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, James Powell, to discuss Australia’s first ASX-listed agricultural REIT, its diversified portfolio of farmland, and growth strategy, including its expanding macadamia holdings.<br/>Tim and James share insights into RFF’s portfolio composition, market outlook, and how the company is leveraging technology and sustainability initiatives to maintain a competitive edge in Australian agriculture.<br/><br/>In this interview, they cover:<br/>• (0:52) an overview of Rural Funds Group and its divers...

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  From the helm: SenSen Networks Limited (ASX: SNS), Dr Subhash Challa, CEO

  Oct 27, 202519 minS0

  <p>In this episode of From the Helm, Grady Wulff sits down with SenSen Networks Limited (ASX:SNS) CEO, Dr Subhash Challa, to discuss the company’s strong FY25 performance, growing profitability, and strategic roadmap amid the global AI and sensor analytics boom.</p><p>Dr Challa shares insights into SenSen’s key growth drivers, expansion into international markets, and the company’s progress in scaling its AI-powered “SenDISA” data fusion platform across government and enterprise sectors worldwide.</p><p>In this interview, Dr Challa covers:</p>(0:32) an overview of SenSen Networks and the markets it operates in(4:27) revenue growth of over 20...

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  From the helm: Cobram Estate Olives (ASX:CBO), Sam Beaton, Co-CEO

  Sep 30, 202510 minS0

  <p>In this episode of from the helm, Grady Wulff sits down with Cobram Estate Olives (ASX:CBO) Co-CEO, Sam Beaton, to explore the company’s impressive FY25 performance, US expansion strategy, and premium olive oil brand growth.<br/><br/>Sam shares insights into Cobram Estate’s branded product sales, grove development plans, and investment priorities across Australia and California, while discussing how the company maintains its premium brand positioning in competitive markets.<br/><br/>In this interview, Sam covers:<br/>• (0:41) an overview of Cobram and its core operations in olive farming and extra virgin olive oil production<br/>• (3:03) branded product...

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  From the helm: Bhagwan Marine Limited (ASX:BWN), Andrew Wackett, Director of Finance

  Sep 30, 20258 minS0

  <p>In this episode of from the helm, Grady Wulff sits down with Bhagwan Marine Limited (ASX:BWN) Director of Finance, Andrew Wackett, to unpack the company’s record FY25 results, divisional growth opportunities, and strategic plans for FY26 and beyond.</p><p>Andrew shares insights into Bhagwan Marine’s revenue drivers, vessel utilisation strategies, and expansion into new sectors including renewable energy and offshore wind.</p><p>In this interview, Andrew covers:</p>(0:49) an overview of Bhagwan Marine and its primary revenue streams(1:18) the key drivers behind BWN’s record FY25 results(3:06) managing rising day rates and tight vessel supply...

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