Australian Finance Podcast

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen chat to Brendan Malone, the CEO of Raiz Invest Australia. We dive into the highly requested topic of micro-investing and how it works in Australia! We also discuss reducing barriers to investing, the behavioual side of automating your investments and if there's ever a time to "graduate" from micro-investing. Get in touch and send quest...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen chat to fellow podcaster Phil Muscatello about his investing experiences since starting his podcast series called Shares of Beginners. We dive into some of Phil's share investing mistakes and lessons that he's learned from both personal experiences and from the great range of guests he's interviewed. Get in touch and send questions for...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen chat to Kanish Chugh from ETF Securities, a leading Australian ETF provider. We dive into the topic of thematic investing and how ETFs can be used to express your views on the future of specific global trends and industries. Kanish also answers some listener questions, including how providers can keep management fees low, the hidden ri...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen chat to Anson Parker, the Head of Product at Up bank - an Australian neobank. We chat about how neobanks are differentiating themselves, how they make money, risks & rewards and whether the big banks are going to start copying them. Get in touch and send questions for future Q&A episodes our way at podcast@rask.com.au or on Instagram @...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen jump right in and provide you with five money moves to make during October 2020, to finish the year on a strong note (hint: they're easy money moves to make!). From starting to financially prepare yourself for Christmas, taking a free finance course, considering spouse super contributions and donating to charity, we cover a range of gr...

In this Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen crack open the podcast inbox. Owen puts his analyst hat on and explains share splits and how short selling actually works, Kate checks in with Spaceship Voyager to find out exactly where client money is held. Grab a cup of coffee and tune into our latest Q&A episode. Other questions answered: I have $80k in Super but I want to chan...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate & Owen dive into the fine-print ridden world of health insurance. From ambulance, hospital and extras cover to the medicare levy surcharge, we provide you will the tools and resources for you to decide if health insurance is right for you. *This episode was recorded remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions, we apologise for any inconsistencies i...

On recent episodes of The Australian Finance Podcast, you may recall that Owen dropped a few hints about his plans to buy his first property. Well, the papers are signed and keys are in hand, so Kate’s turning the tables on Owen this week and finding out just how this share lover ended up buying a house (during COVID-19 no less). From initial research to finally ripping up the carpet, tune in for...

Getting financial help in Australia is not the easiest task and for most people, talking openly to someone else about your finances is understandably a daunting process. Thankfully in Australia we have a fantastic solution to this, in our hard-working financial counsellors. They’re the people who can listen to your financial issues, propose solutions and even advocate on your behalf to banks and d...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate and Owen are back behind the mic answering some common listener questions received over the last month. In this episode we answer a range of great questions, ranging from… Help for those starting their finance journey in late 30s/40s/50s Should you get a financial advisor if you’ve only got a small amount of money to manage? Multiple bank acc...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate and Owen share their top personal finance apps for 2020. We often throw out the name of a personal finance app that we’ve found helpful here and there, but in this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate and Owen are bringing them all together for you in one spot. From record keeping, budgeting, banking, investing and making money, th...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate talks with expert guest Lacey Filipich, Founder and Author of Money School. Ultimately, the FIRE movement is all about taking back control over your time, and Lacey is a wonderful example of an Aussie doing just that. Kate chats to Lacey about her journey to financial independence (without even being aware of the FIRE movement), how to know i...

There’s been a lot going on over the last few months and we’ve had some great guests on the show, so Kate and Owen are certainly due for a catchup to discuss current financial events, recap on our favourite episodes and respond to common listener questions. Tune in for a catch up with Owen and Kate! SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: https://bit.ly/afpep69 We're proudly supported by ETF Securities Learn more...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate and Owen talk with Anna Glynn, a positive psychology teacher and expert on wellbeing. Before starting her own practice, Anna worked in financial services for a decade. Anna talks us through essential tips for combating the tricks our mind can play on us, especially during times of uncertainty. Things we talk about: Think more positive at home...

How does thinking and talking about money make you feel? Is it something you avoid, run screaming from or happily chat about? Mel Browne helps people unlearn and relearn, to swap behaviour, to be aware of their money triggers and their money identity and discover how to apply personal leadership to their finances. It’s time to understand that money isn’t good or evil but is simply a tool we can us...

Amy Lunardi is back on The Australian Finance Podcast to talk about property investing 101, including how to do it right, wrong and everything in between. Amy covers what you must know about property investing, including buying your first home and getting a plan in place. Full show notes: https://bit.ly/amyprop | We're proudly supported by ETF Securities Learn more about ETF Securities: https://bi...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast we’re not just talking about diversifying your investments, we cover the importance of applying the principles of diversification to all areas of your financial life. Show notes: https://bit.ly/diversitytwo | We're proudly supported by ETF Securities Learn more about ETF Securities: https://bit.ly/fundsETFS | The information in this podcast is gene...

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen talks with ETF Securities CEO, Kris Walesby, about his journey, where ETFs came from, the Core and Satellite approach to investing, the GOLD, FANG+ and CURE ETFs, trading ETFs and more. If you're completely new to ETFs, consider going back to Kate and Owen's episode, "How to pick and choose ETFs" and "Australian Investing 101". While Kris and...

Going on holiday? Got time to read? In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast Kate and Owen share their top five personal finance books and/or resources. A simple -- yet powerful -- top five! SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/finpod-books If you have any questions, feedback or suggestions for better books, please email Kate and Owen now. We're proudly supported by ETF Securities Learn more about...

Something that COVID-19 has demonstrated to us, is just how uncertain the future is and the importance of being flexible with our lives. So what does that actually look like? In this episode, Owen and Kate have a chat about the potential long-term effects that COVID-19 might have on our finances and whether it’s still worth making plans. TLDR, yes, you should still make financial plans! If you don...

Alisha Henderson is the creative genius and go-getter behind Sweet Bakes cakes, the author and designer of the Storybook Sweets, speaker, Instagramer and so much more. Alisha's journey with Sweet Bakes started when she was just 19, it's been profitable since day one and has experienced incredible growth as she meticulously crafted her brand, marketing strategy and lived her life "with total joy"....

Starting a (magnificent) business in Australia isn’t easy. Take it from me. There’s a LOT of work involved after the business is up and running. But before you even accept your first dollar of cash or revenue, you need to understand lots of complicated nonsense that seems so overwhelming. SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/3dY9t5L **We're proudly supported by ETF Securities** Learn more about ETF Securiti...

Tax time is fast approaching! In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast Kate and Owen talk about… (drum roll) taxes, including 5 ways to manage your tax affairs in 2020. Full show notes: https://bit.ly/30jegeb Keep your affairs in order Claim a tax deduction for extra Super contributions (if you're eligible) Manage your ETF and share holdings Know your working from home deductions Don't bu...

COVID-19 has brought forward a wide range of economic challenges and industries have been shaken to the core. Can print news come back from this? Will ordering groceries online become a regular occurrence? Will the education system finally start to catch up with the 21st century? Despite this tough and unpredicted situation, some businesses have forged ahead and emerged victorious through clever a...

COVID-19 has brought many changes to the world of work and has led to many Aussies losing their jobs. Losing your job can often come as a shock and it can take some time to figure out who you are again. In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Owen and Kate dive into some of the key actions to take if you’ve lost your job recently and ways to set yourself up for success when hunting for...