Money Talk, Real Talk

Carlii Lyon, personal branding speaker, coach and author of Courage to Be, joins Suzanne and Trish to talk about why so many women feel invisible in mid-life, and what it actually takes to restart a career after a break. Carlii shares her own pivot from running an international PR consultancy representing high-profile clients to becoming a stay-at-home mum, and the identity shift that followed. Th...

We like to think we're rational decision makers. But 95% of our beliefs are made subconsciously. In this episode, we're unpacking unconscious bias. How it shows up, and how it's quietly costing women opportunities, promotions and pay. We cover: 🔹 What unconscious bias actually is 🔹 Where it shows up most in our careers 🔹 The most common biases women face 🔹 How bias impacts pay and promotions...

Are you actually asking to be paid what you're worth? Most of us aren't. And it's not because we don't deserve it, it's because nobody ever taught us how to have this conversation. In this episode, we're unpacking: Why women ask for pay rises just as often as men, but are far less likely to actually get them The exact time to negotiate (hint: before you sign, not after) How...

What happens when the paycheck stops? For many Australians, you think retirement is a financial transition, but it's an much more an identity shift. In this episode, Trish & Suzanne are joined by retirement specialist and financial adviser Jenny Brown , who shares what really matters when preparing for your 60s and beyond. We discuss:✅ Where your income comes from when you're no longe...

What really happens to your finances in your 50s? In this epic episode of Money Talk Real Talk, Trish Gregory and Suzanne Alexander are joined by financial adviser and business owner Peita Diamantidis to explore the financial and emotional realities of money in your 50's. From menopause and aging parents to debt, health challenges, retirement planning, and redefining success, this conversation...

Midlife can feel like a financial pressure cooker. You're supporting children, managing mortgages, caring for parents, growing your career, trying to invest, planning retirement and somehow still expected to enjoy life. In this episode, Suzanne and Trish break down: The biggest financial risks facing women in their 40s Burnout, debt and money stress Superannuation and investment strategies Why...

Your 30s can feel like a decade of competing priorities: career growth, relationships, children, housing, travel, ageing parents, and the pressure to "have it all figured out." In this episode of Money Talk Real Talk , Trish Gregory and Suzanne Alexander sit down with Danielle Walt , Director of Policy at Financial Counselling Australia, to unpack what really matters financially in your...

Money management isn't just about maths. It's about executive function and for neurodivergent kids, that changes everything about how money "clicks." What works for one child doesn't always work for another, and most of us are trying to teach money in a way that simply doesn't match how our child's brain works. This week on Money Talk, Real Talk, we're unpacking p...

This week on Money Talk, Real Talk we're talking about something so many women carry: the mental load. And for neurodivergent women, that load can feel even heavier. We sat down with Laetitia Andrac, co-founder and CEO of Understanding Zoe, to unpack how ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence show up in relationships, from communication to household responsibilities to money. This is a conver...

Join us this week as we chat with Tina Mathams, otherwise knwon as the ADHD accountant, author of ADHD Money and Podcast host of @adhdmoneypodcast to explore building money systems that work for your brain. In this episode we explore: How to move from chaos to clarity with ADHD and money The biggest mistakes she sees when trying to get financially organised Simple hacks that work for ADHD brains S...

If you've ever felt like traditional money advice just doesn't fit the way your brain works, this episode is for you. We're joined by Katherine Spitzkowsky, founder of Yulania Financial and a neuro-affirming financial adviser, to talk about the invisible reality of ADHD, autism and money in mid-life. In this episode we explore: The less obvious ways neurodivergence shows up financially...

If you've ever wondered whether buying property is still possible in today's market, this episode is for you.  We're joined by one of Australia's leading mortgage brokers, Rachelle Kroon, co-author of The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property , to talk about what first-home buyers are actually doing to get into the market right now. In this episode we explore: The biggest miscon...

Are You Accidentally Raising Financially Dependent Kids? Most parents focus on leaving money behind. But what if the real secret to building generational wealth is teaching your kids what to do with money before they ever inherit it? In this eye-opening episode, Money School founder Lacey Filipich shares why she'd choose financial knowledge over a million-dollar inheritance every single time....

Ever felt like a scary headline made you question your entire investment strategy? You're not alone. In this episode of Money Talk Real Talk , Trish Gregory and Suzanne Alexander explore the psychology of investing and why confidence matters more than finding the "perfect" investment. They discuss: ✅ Why market headlines are designed to grab your attention ✅ How fear and uncertaint...

You've built the savings account. You've worked hard. You've done all the "right" things. So why does investing still make you feel uncomfortable? In this episode of Money Talk Real Talk , Trish and Suzanne explore one of the biggest financial mindset shifts women face: moving from saving to investing. Together, they break down: Why saving and investing require completely dif...

Investing has traditionally been marketed as a male-dominated field, which can create a barrier for women. Many women are conditioned to believe they’re not capable investors, leading to a fear of making mistakes. This fear of failure can be paralysing and is often exaggerated when considering midlife, where the stakes feel higher. Join Suzanne & Trish as they demystify investing for women, ad...

Does tax planning sound dodgy, or feel complicated? In this episode of Money Talk, Real Talk, Trish and Suzanne pull back the curtains and show you what tax planning is really about, and why everyday Australians like you should be paying attention. The truth is - tax planning isn't about loopholes - it's about understanding the system and making some smart decisions before the end of the f...

We tend to think about tax as something that shows up once a year… but the reality? Some of the biggest tax consequences come from the biggest moments in your life. In this episode of Money Talk, Real Talk , Trish and Suzanne unpack the hidden tax implications behind life-changing events like: Separation and divorce Inheriting money or property Downsizing your home Illness, injury, and insurance p...

Tax time rolls around every year, and somehow we’re all expected to just… know what we can and can’t claim. Join us as we chat about all things deductions, helping you make sense of what can and can't be deducted. Links: https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/income-deductions-offsets-and-records/deductions-you-can-claim Enjoy! Suzanne & Trish X Email: moneytalkrealtalkpod@gmail.c...

Welcome to Tax 101: The guide we wish we'd all been taught in school. Enjoy! Suzanne & Trish X Email: moneytalkrealtalkpod@gmail.com Disclaimer: The advice or information shared on this podcast is general and doesn't consider your personal circumstances. You should consider if the advice or information is appropriate for you before acting. Make sure you read any product disclosure stat...

Join us as we chat with Jessica Brady , award‑winning financial educator, business founder and author of Get Growing . Jess is a powerhouse in helping women build values‑aligned businesses while navigating the stress, identity shifts and vulnerability that come with entrepreneurship. You can connect with Jess here: https://www.instagram.com/jessbrady_financialadvice/ https://jessicabrady.com.au/ h...

We break down the recent Australian federal budget, focusing on its implications for women in midlife, including cost of living relief, healthcare, housing, and aged care. The federal budget can often feel overwhelming, especially with all the numbers and headlines. But understanding its implications is crucial, particularly for women in midlife. In this post, we’ll break down the essential elemen...

Join us as we unpack the hidden physical cost of ongoing financial pressure. We explore how financial stress impacts the physical body, including why our weight changes and how inflammation and exhaustion aren’t personal failures, but biological responses to chronic stress. Enjoy! Suzanne & Trish X Email: moneytalkrealtalkpod@gmail.com Disclaimer: The advice or information shared on this podca...

Ready to level up your travel game? ✈️ In this episode we're decoding the secrets of points hacking with tips from the queen herself! Katherine Hayes, a financial advisor who specialises in personal protection strategy advice, reveals how to turn loyalty programs into real savings. Enjoy x Trish & Suzanne You can connect with Katherine on linkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherin...

In this series, we’re exploring health and wellbeing, and to begin, we’re joined by Gitte Hellen Nielsen, a high-performance leadership and behavioural strategist who has spent her career helping ambitious professionals excel without burning out. Gitte is known for her ability to decode the psychology of success, and the personal cost that can come with it. We discuss: - When "winning at all...