Financially Fierce

In this special episode, we’re sharing Jess’s conversation with Laura Henshaw on KICPod. Laura and Jess chat about the beliefs that shape our relationship with money, how to align your spending with your values, setting short-term and long-term financial goals, building wealth for the future and why financial freedom looks different for everyone. Whether you're just getting started or looking...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess breaks down her biggest hot takes from the 2026 Federal Budget. From the measures that could genuinely help Australians right now to the policies that feel more like headlines than solutions, she unpacks the best bits, the BS bits and what it could actually mean for your money, housing, tax and cost of living. Buy Jess's new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonse...

On this episode of Financially Fierce , Jess sits down with Betsy Westcott to unpack the real cost of having kids and why so many people are questioning whether they can actually afford parenthood. From record-low birth rates and rising childcare fees to fertility costs, housing pressure and the motherhood penalty, they explore what it really costs to raise a family today. Buy Jess's new book 'Get...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess unpacks the big question on everyone’s mind right now… what does it actually take to buy property in Australia? Using median prices, she breaks down the income needed to buy a unit on your own versus the income needed to buy a house as a couple and why the gap may be bigger than you think. If you’ve been doom-scrolling property listings or wondering whet...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess sits down with Madeleine Park to unpack a question that might stop you in your tracks… do we wear our worth? We dive into the invisible rules women are taught about how to show up, the psychology behind what we wear, and how it can quietly shape confidence, perception and even financial opportunities. Because whether we realise it or not, how we present...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess dives into the world of frugal and extreme savers, unpacking the wild, the clever and the slightly unhinged money habits people use to cut costs, and what is actually worth borrowing for your own financial life (we don't recommend any for OHS reasons tbh). Buy Jess's new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freedom'...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess dives into what to do when a financial storm hits. From rising costs, to unexpected curveballs - she breaks down what to focus on, what actually matters, and the practical steps you can take to steady your money, stay on track, and ride it out with confidence. Buy Jess's new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freed...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess breaks down whether it’s actually cheaper to rent or own, what the data really says, and how to make the right call for your life. Buy Jess's new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freedom' in the link below: click here. To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing C...

IM BACK! In this new episode of Financially Fierce, Jess Brady returns with a life update, a book and a whole lot of hot takes on what's going on in the world and what it actually means for your money. Buy Jess's new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freedom' in the link below: https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/jessbrady_financialadvice/media/amzn1.ideas.media...

On this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess breaks down why changing everything at once doesn’t work and how small, consistent money habits lead to long-term financial success. Pre-order Jess's brand new book 'Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freedom' in the link below: https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/jessbrady_financialadvice/media/amzn1.ideas.media.18M4ZL6JJ9K8...

Feeling overwhelmed by New Year money and goals pressure? This episode of Financially Fierce, Jess shows you how to set one calm, realistic money goal that actually works. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au To organise...

As 2025 comes to a close, Jess has a look back on the year that was, all of her own personal wins and loses and shares some incredible money wins from the Financially Fierce community and she shares some lessons we can take into the new year. If you’re feeling exhausted, proud, disappointed, hopeful or all of the above, this episode's for you. This will be last episode for the year as we are takin...

The money world has been a little wild lately — and in this episode Jess breaks down everything you actually need to know about what's been going on - from the launch of the Help to Buy shared equity scheme, to the 5% deposit scheme blowouts, to APRA cracking down on high debt-to-income lending, interest rate predictions and so much more. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loan...

Elder financial abuse is one of the fastest-growing and most hidden forms of exploitation in Australia — and for many families, it’s happening right under their noses. In this episode, Jess sits down with Pascale Helyar-Moray who shares how she uncovered that her own mother was losing thousands of dollars every month at the hands of someone she trusted. TW: abuse, financial abuse. If you believe t...

In this episode of Financially Fierce, Jessica Brady sits down with author and financial behaviour specialist Emma Edwards to unpack her new book The Wardrobe Project — the story of how a one-year challenge to stop buying clothes transformed her confidence, body image, relationship with consumption and sense of self. Check out more from Emma here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/ Financially Fierce...

Australia’s property market has just hit a record-breaking $12 trillion, but what does that mean for you? In this episode, Jess Brady breaks down the latest housing data, why prices keep climbing and how first-home buyers, investors and frustrated Aussies can still find a way in. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https:/...

In this episode of Financially Fierce, Jess Brady dives deep into the psychology of spending, the dopamine-driven tactics marketers use to make us buy, and how to turn the sales frenzy into something that actually supports your financial goals. Check out Jess' socials for her list of Aussie Businesses and Women run Businesses. @jessbrady_financialadvice Financially Fierce is proudly supported by S...

In this episode recorded at SXSW Sydney, Jess Brady chats with Patrycja Slawuta (Behavioural Scientist and Founder of UnLab) to explore the psychology, power, and emotions that shape our relationship with money — from shame and ego to family dynamics and self-worth. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehom...

In this episode of Financially Fierce, recorded live at South by Southwest, Jess Brady sits down with neuroscientist, Brian Oakley from 'Up' to explore how our brains shape the way we spend, save, and emotionally connect to money and the gamification of money. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans...

In this final episode of our insurance mini-series, Jess Brady unpacks Trauma Insurance — what it covers, how it’s different from other types of insurance and why it can be one of the most emotionally charged (yet important) types of cover to understand. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.a...

In this second episode of Jess Brady's conversation with Kat Halliday they explore the complexities of Ultra Fast Fashion, looking at its history, the rise of consumerism and how our wardrobes reflect our values. Check out Behind The Barcode Podcast series here: https://bwaa.co/mmm-podcast View the Ethical Fashion Guide: https://baptistworldaid.org.au/resources/ethical-fashion-guide/ And to use th...

In this third episode of our personal insurance series, Jess Brady unpacks Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Insurance and dives into everything you need to know — including what it is, how it works, how much cover you might need and the real-life costs of living with a disability. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out ht...

In this episode, Jess Brady sits down with Kat Halliday from Baptist World Aid to unpack the truth about ultra fast fashion as they explore the rise of ultra-fast fashion brands, the emotional and financial cost of our buying habits and how small changes can make a big impact. Check out Behind The Barcode Podcast series here: https://bwaa.co/mmm-podcast View the Ethical Fashion Guide: https://bapt...

In this second episode of the insurance series, Jess Brady unpacks Income Protection Insurance and dives into everything you need to know including what each type of policy does, common exclusions, waiting periods, cost considerations and more. And if you've never thought about Income Insurance, make sure you check this one out. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye...

Jess Brady kicks off a four-part Insurance series with a deep dive into Life Insurance, explaining the differences between default cover through superannuation and retail insurance, when and why people need it, how it works and more. Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth. Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Need to review your...