Good With Money

Welcome again to another monthly wrap where I take you through an overview of what's been going on in my life, money and business. This is the last monthly wrap until August so buckle in for a bumper episode as I yap about all things new foundation, winding down work for maternity leave, and navigating the massive life change that's about to come.  Thanks again to PocketSmith for being the of...

In this episode I'm joined again by Tash Etschmann from Tash Invests to dissect a particularly eye opening mortgage misconception I found on Reddit. A true lesson in why financial literacy and mortgage education should be a duty of care from lenders to would-be mortgage holders, we unpack how one first home buyer thought they were going to be making repayments at over 90% of their take home pay af...

In this episode, I explore how replacing a rigid financial map with a values-driven compass can transform the way you manage money. Rather than chasing fixed numbers and linear plans, I share why understanding your deeper values leads to better financial decisions — especially in a world where careers, costs, and life circumstances are constantly shifting. Key takeaways: Why rigid financial...

In this episode I'm joined by Tash Etschmann of Tash Invests to discuss the concept of lifestyle creep versus values-based spending, and how we keep on top of small expenses adding up while still enjoying our money and experiencing life now. Inspired by my recent $21 spend on coffee and hash browns on hotel room service, we unpack value versus values, the psychological concept of category limits,...

In this episode I'm talking about a VERY important part of any goal: the pointless phase (don't worry, I'll explain). Nobody ever speaks about this aspect of personal finance, and often the advice we hear is coming from people on the other side of that struggle, leaving us psychologically disconnected from what we're being told. When we learn to recognise the pointless phase when we're in it, we c...

Another month has flown by so let's take a look back at what went down in my life, money and business in May! Thank you as always to PocketSmith for being the official sponsor of The Monthly Wrap. Head to  www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to get 50% off your first two months of PocketSmith's Standard plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a creeping cultural narrative that ambition is cringe, having goals is naïve, and if you're still trying to get ahead financially or professionally, you've somehow missed the memo that everything is pointless. And I get it. The disillusionment is real and it's earned. The system has genuine problems. But somewhere along the way, valid critique of broken structures has quietly morphed...

Money is one of the last areas where we resist turning inward — and it's costing us. In this episode, I'm digging into why financial self-awareness is the missing piece for so many of us who feel stuck with money. We talk about pop psychology, the shame avoidance cycle, and why our brains are wired to work against us financially. The human brain isn't rational, and pretending money is just m...

The Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme and the Australian Government Help to Buy Scheme are two different pathways to homeownership for Australians – but do you know the difference between the two? If you're buying a home in the near future, these schemes may be relevant to you, and may support or shift the way you approach home buying. I've deep dived into both schemes, including the b...

Trigger warning: this episode contains discussions around pregnancy and fertility. Back again with another Monthly Wrap sharing what's been going in my finances, and a look at what's going down in life, money and business. Plus, I share some personal news that I've been keeping under wraps for a while!  Mentioned in this episode: Manners London trousers*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-51197832 Recip...

A rainbow literally appeared while I was speaking to you in this episode and if that's not a sign to open your mind up to all the ways you maybe CAN do the thing your brain is telling you you can't, I don't know what is.  In this episode I take you through a simple mindset shift that'll take you from fixed, restrictive thinking to a mindset of possibility and opportunity – and you'll ba...

One of your MOST LOVED eps from last year was all about upgrading your life without spending a fortune, so I'm back with more ways to do exactly that. From what you drink your morning coffee out of, to how you unwind when you're stressed, these 10 little upgrades are absolutely overflowing in lifestyle value and bang-for-buck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever feel like your brain is constantly running a background tab called "am I spending this right?" This episode is all about quieting that noise. Money rules can help you simplify your financial decisions and allow money to be a resource in your life. Instead of relying on willpower in the moment, your 'personal policies' let you pre-decide, so your future self doesn't have to. In this episode, w...

Welcome back once again to The Monthly Wrap: what's been cracking in life, money and business over here at Broke HQ. Thanks as always to PocketSmith for sponsoring this episode. Each month I'll take you through: The monthly mood: what was the vibe of my finances last month? An overview of the month in life, money and business RECEIPTS: where my money went, using my PocketSmith dashboard for insigh...

In this episode I'm diving into the doom spending narrative that's spreading online, including why we're tempted to do it, why it's unhelpful, and what to do instead. ORDER THE WARDROBE PROJECT! Australia/NZ:  https://amzn.to/3Jatx9x   UK:  https://shorturl.at/fKH5O   Non-Amazon UK:  Bookshop.org  US:  https://shorturl.at/9KNyb   Canada:  https://shortu...

In this episode I'm talking about a piece of advice that has come up over and over again in conversations about money in recent months, which is this: manage your money and your life like its a business and you're in charge. Developing emotional intelligence around your money is a critical part of being good with money – but we're not taught how to do it. Starting with this business-style ap...

Welcome back to another Monthly Wrap episode thanks to my friends at PocketSmith. Each month I'll take you through: The monthly mood: what was the vibe of my finances last month? An overview of the month in life, money and business RECEIPTS: where my money went, using my PocketSmith dashboard for insights The money mirror: what was my transaction list reflecting back at me BOARD MEETING: business...

I'm back with a new instalment of my 'thank yourself in 10 years' series, so get your hot little butt out for a walk and listen to the next batch of stuff you can do to make life easier for yourself in a decade's time. Mentioned in this episode: How to like yourself part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1SkrdHK8Nn4jpp38lfyJUE How to like yourself part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4O7qznE...

n this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership. Episode 3 highlights: The cost of common p...

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership. Episode 2 highlights: Financial anxiety a...

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership. Episode 1 highlights: Is pet insurance re...

In 2025 I committed going one whole year without buying clothes... for a SECOND TIME! In this episode I take you through what I learned, the challenges, the wins, and how it differed from the first time around. The Wardrobe Project group challenge is now open for enrolment for our next cohort starting March 1st, and early bird pricing is available until 12th Feb! Save your spot here: https://thebr...

 The Monthly Wrap is BACK, BABY!!! A loved episode format from many moons ago, I'm thrilled to bring back my monthly wrap up of goings on in my finances, life and business, in partnership with my friends at PocketSmith. Each month I'll take you through: The monthly mood: what was the vibe of my finances last month? An overview of the month in life, money and business RECEIPTS: where my money...

In this episode I take you through an epic guided framework to help you create a blueprint for your hottest money year ever. Combining both objective and subjective elements of your finances, this blueprint will give you a complete look at your finances and establish the most bang-for-buck areas to focus on in 2026. Mentioned in this episode: Payday routine episode: https://thebrokegeneration.com/...

Welcome to 2026!! In this episode I'm unpacking the power of pride (and the momentum it generates) in your personal finances and exploring what we can do to make ourselves proud this time next year.  Mentioned in this episode: Reflect & Reset | The two part workshop: https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/reflect-reset-2025/ ORDER THE WARDROBE PROJECT! Australia/NZ:  https://amzn.to/...