Wealth Experience

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, we unpack some of the most common money myths that may be holding you back from building real wealth. From the idea that saving is safer than investing, to believing you need a high income or home ownership to get ahead, this episode challenges outdated thinking and offers practical insights to help you make more confident financial decisions. If you have ever...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale is joined by Financial Adviser and Alman Partners business owner, Jason Kirk, to unpack the realities of running a small business in Australia. With 98% of Australian businesses falling into the SME category—and many owners sacrificing a salary in the early years—Jason explores how financial advice for business owners differs from that for individuals....

In this milestone episode, Kelsey is joined by Leanne Abela and Joseph Schepis of Pearsons Family Law, who bring 40+ years of experience each to a frank, practical conversation about family law and asset protection. Together, they cut through the confusion and debunk common myths that stop people from planning with confidence. From pre-nups and property division to settlements, asset protection, a...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale & Kelsey demystify term deposits - one of the simplest tools to grow your savings. We break down what they are, how they work, and who they’re best suited for, from cautious savers to those looking for guaranteed returns without market volatility.   You’ll also hear the key pros and cons: the comfort of fixed interest and capital security versus th...

Welcome to the first episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 of 2026. In this episode, Teneale travels through some of the most dramatic moments in financial history - the Great Depression, the Global Financial Crisis, and the COVID‑19 crash - to uncover timeless lessons about building and preserving wealth.   Across every crisis, one pattern stands out: markets fall fast…but they often rebound even faster....

The festive season is just around the corner, but for some, it’s not always the most wonderful time of the year—especially when the average Christmas spend sits between $1,200 and $1,500. In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale and Kelsey dive into the financial realities of the holidays and share practical tips to keep your budget in check.   They also explore the 5 Love Languages—Words of...

In a profession built on trust, how do you know your financial adviser is truly acting in your best interest?   In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Kelsey and Teneale unpack what it means to be a fiduciary—a role bound by legal and ethical obligations to protect your financial wellbeing. They explore how to identify fiduciary advisers and why it matters more than ever.   The collapse of Shield a...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Kelsey sits down with Ashleigh Thompson, Financial Adviser at Alman Partners, to unpack the realities of a midlife financial crisis. From impulsive spending to chasing short-term gratification, they explore how emotional decisions in your 40s and 50s can derail long-term financial security.   Ashleigh shares insights into the psychology behind midlife money mo...

They say the first generation earns it, the second enjoys it, and the third burns it - but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this thought-provoking episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale & Kelsey explore how families can break the cycle by focusing not just on wealth creation, but on the values that sustain it across generations. Join us as we dive into the mindsets and principles that build l...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Kelsey explores the hidden costs of burnout in our hyper-connected world. From brain fog and fatigue to emotional and physical strain, burnout affects more than just our productivity - it impacts our overall well-being. Why do we push ourselves to the edge? And how can stepping back actually move us forward? Tune in as Kelsey shares insights on the link betwee...

In this thought-provoking episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 Kelsey & Teneale dive into the age-old question: Does money change people? Teneale kicks things off with some late-night online shopping confessions and practical tips, setting the stage for a deeper conversation about the power and pitfalls of wealth. From the freedom and security that money can bring, to the stress it sometimes relieves...

Are you currently in the market for a new car? Are you considering a lease? Discover the benefits and drawbacks of car leasing in this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. Join Teneale and Kelsey as they investigate the pros & cons of leasing a car, including taxes and all of those extra fees included in your purchase price. 𝑻𝒖𝒏𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚!   Find us on:  𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗻 , 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 ,  𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝗙𝗠 , ...

In our 40th episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Kelsey dives into some of the common mistakes that business owners make in their own financial situations. Whether it’s mixing business and personal expenses, neglecting their own finances, or not having a retirement plan other than the business, Kelsey counts down the top 6 mistakes she comes across as a Financial Adviser.   𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐦...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale is joined by special guest, Ben Brinkerhoff - Head of Advice for Consilium in New Zealand. Ben imparts some of the investment and economic wisdom that he has attained through his 20+ years of experience in the profession.   Discussing investment fundamentals, wealth-eroding investor behaviour, and the value of having a trusted financial adviser helping...

Can AI generate better financial advice than a qualified and experienced Financial Adviser?   In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale and Kelsey pull apart a financial advice generated by AI. This great scenario was put forward to us by Alman Partners’ Client Service Officer, Jodie Coates wanting to understand the difference between the 2 outputs.   Tune in to Wealth Experience as we dive in...

For our first episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 for 2025, Kelsey is back to join Teneale in discussing the correlation between elections and market returns, and the results may surprise you.   2024 was a big year for elections around the world, with 76 countries or 60% of the world’s population voting. With so many changes happening across the globe, it left many wondering about their finances and the...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale is joined by special guest, Founder of Alman Partners, Scott Alman. After 40 years in business, with 2 successful firms to his name, Scott discusses the ups and downs of business ownership, covering topics such as how you know you have a good team behind you and being a leader.   Scott also provides some helpful tips to those wanting to begin a busines...

𝐴𝑟𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎 𝑓𝑎𝑚𝑖𝑙𝑦 𝑜𝑟 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑒𝑥𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛𝑒? 𝐻𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑑𝑒𝑙𝑎𝑦𝑒𝑑 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑠 𝑑𝑢𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑓𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑜𝑚𝑖𝑐 𝑒𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡?   In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale & Kelsey discuss the financial considerations to starting a family, covering the dreaded ‘B’ word (budgets), the importance of communication between partners and your insurance/priv...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 Kelsey & Teneale discuss how successful people spend their time. Looking into the common trends of how millionaires spend their day, it turns out that a considerable amount have a sacred morning ritual - dedicating time for mind, body and soul. Exercise proves invaluable, clearing the mind and improving focus, as well as strengthen the body.   Working early...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Kelsey interviews special guest, Teneale Laister, Business Partner and Senior Financial Adviser of Alman Partners True Wealth.   We find out if she practices what she preaches and if she does in fact have her own financial adviser. Talking about everything financial from cash flow, credit cards, offset arrangements and business accounts, the ladies cover the i...

𝑀𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑝𝑒𝑜𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑎 𝑜𝑓 𝑔𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑟𝑖𝑐ℎ 𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑐𝑘𝑙𝑦, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 ℎ𝑜𝑤 𝑟𝑖𝑠𝑘𝑦 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑠𝑒 𝑠𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑠?   Kelsey & Teneale dive into the various schemes out there that promise to get you rich quick! The ladies discuss pressure sales tactics and how you should always be wary of anything that advertises high returns with low effort over a short period of time.   Covering pyramid schemes and cryptocurrency, Teneale...

We have all heard Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote: “…𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑙𝑑 𝑛𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑏𝑒 𝑠𝑎𝑖𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑒 𝑐𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛, 𝑒𝑥𝑐𝑒𝑝𝑡 𝑑𝑒𝑎𝑡ℎ 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡𝑎𝑥𝑒𝑠,” and in this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale & Kelsey try to convince us that taxes are in fact a good thing!   After all, they do play a surprisingly beneficial role in society. From funding essential public services like schools, hospitals, and infrastructure,...

Life Risk Advisor & Partner of Personal Risk Professionals (PRP), Corey Evans joins Teneale again in this follow-up episode on all things life insurance.   In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Corey & Teneale discuss some common myths and misconceptions around insurance, how tax impacts your policy, holding insurance through a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) and rider cover.   Cor...

In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale is joined by Life Risk Advisor & Partner of Personal Risk Professionals (PRP), Corey Evans. With nearly a decade of experience in the insurance and financial industry, Corey discusses with Teneale all things personal insurance. With a passion for educating others on how insurance policies work, Corey explains the pros and cons of holding insurance...

𝐴𝑟𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡𝑜 𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑎 𝐹𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝐴𝑑𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑒𝑟? 𝑊𝑒𝑙𝑙, 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢.   In this episode of 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, Teneale and Kelsey dive into a listener question and lift the veil on financial advice.   Did you know that only 1 in 10 Australians seek advice on their financial matters? Engaging an adviser is a long-term relationship, so making sure you are comfortable with the individual,...