Our guest this episode is Sebastian Broadhurst, an economist that has investigated the methods and data used by the consulting firm IER; used by various racing bodies for their economic reports to government, including Racing and Wagering WA.

Termed as 'fluff pieces' these reports use bad methodology and at times non-existent data to glorify the economic benefit of the racing industry in Australia. Join us as Sebastian unveils the truth behind the reports and the danger of using such methods to inform government decision making.

Read Sebastian's report here https://www.freethehounds.com.au/economists-review-of-the-ier-report-2/

Sign our petition here https://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/Parliament/LCePetitions.nsf/($All)/B0E44E4103D9D08C48258AC100256186?opendocument

Find the IER 83-page report here https://www.rwwa.com.au/about/corporate/corporate-reports/economic-social-impact-report/