How Do They Afford That?

This isn't an episode about how to make a budget. Most households already have some form of a budget in place. This is about how to fix one that's not working. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through the common problems with budgets, and how to fix them. Canna and Michael have written a book!...

It’s a new financial year. Fresh start. Clean slate. And while most people think about resetting in January… July is actually a pretty good financial checkpoint. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they set out six goals to help you finish 2026 in a stronger position than you started it. Canna and...

If nothing changed with your money in five years, where would you be? If you made small changes to your money… where would you be? And if you made some BIG changes… where would you be in five years? Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they take the five year test. Canna and Michael hav...

Everyone has something they’re avoiding financially. Super. Insurance. Investing. A credit card statement. Even just opening the banking app. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they tackle financial avoidance, with a cheat sheet on how to get started on the most commonly delayed projects. Can...

The conversation around property investing in Australia has changed. With changes to negative gearing underway, where does property fit into a wealth creation plan? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they explore property investing with a focus on generating passive income, rather than tax benefits. Cann...

There's been a real spike in EV ownership lately, and not just because of the soaring cost of petrol and diesel. There are also some significant tax incentives - and while the federal government is planning to wind these back over the next few years, for now they're still in place. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thomp...

We spend a lot of time talking about saving, investing, building wealth, but it’s worth stopping and asking… what are we actually working for? More money? More freedom? More security? Something else entirely? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they take a closer look at what drives us financ...

Entertaining can get expensive very quickly. Food, drinks, presentation - it all adds up. So today, how do you entertain well, without overspending? Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  are joined in the studio by Roger Bond from Dan Murphy's for a masterclass in choosing great wine at affordable prices, before Ca...

What happens if you change your finances by just $100 a week? Saving it. Investing it. Cutting it. Redirecting it. It doesn’t sound like much — but it adds up quickly. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they explore the $100-a-week experiment. Canna and Michael have written a book!&nbsp...

You start with good intentions - a new budget, or a goal to save more - and before you know it you're drowning in new accounts, apps and budgeting systems. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at whether we're making money too complicated - and how to simplify your finances. Canna and Michael hav...

Why do some people seem to get ahead easily, while others feel like they’re constantly on the back foot? Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at the role of financial luck... and just how to turn yours around. This episode is brought to you by  PocketSmith . PocketSmith has a spe...

If you lost your job tomorrow, how long could you comfortably last? A week? A month? Six months? Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they walk through a guide to financial resilience - not fear, just preparation. This episode is brought to you by  PocketSmith . PocketSmith has a special deal fo...

Most people aren’t bad with money. They just approach it in a certain way. And once you understand how  you approach money, things start to make sense. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through five main money personalities, and how they can impact your financial future. This ep...

Cost of living is the big challenge for everyone right now. From interest rates to just filling up the car - it’s tough. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through five ways to save on the cost of living. This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith . PocketSmith has a special deal for How...

If someone handed you $10,000 tomorrow — no strings attached — what would you do with it? Pay debt? Invest it? Blow it on a holiday? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they explore what that answer says about you — and what you probably  should  do. --- The information in this...

You earn decent money. You’re doing okay. But somehow you don’t feel ahead. You’re not struggling — but you’re not building real freedom either. What’s going on? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they explore the middle-class money trap. Canna and Michael have written...

How do you have your dream holiday without a financial hangover to match? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at preparing for a holiday you'll truly enjoy - without any financial regret whatsoever. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your pers...

We’re talking about an investor’s secret weapon: debt recycling. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through the nuts and bolts of debt recycling: borrowing against a property in order to invest.  --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into acco...

It's March, which means it's time to manifest some money. At least that's the theory. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as Canna takes a slightly sceptical Michael Through 10 steps towards manifesting money. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your person...

This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re starting from zero. No savings, maybe some debt, no investments, and not sure where to begin. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they explore how to start (or start over) working with your money. --- The information in this podcast is general in nat...

How do you set kids up for money success? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they answer a question from listener Leonie about everything from raising money-savvy kids, to investing for a future house deposit. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your pe...

This episode is a judgement-free zone. It's all about money basics everyone assumes you already know… but a lot of people don’t. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they do a crash course in everything from compound interest to salary sacrificing. --- The information in this podcast is genera...

This episode is all about reassurance. There's so much negativity about money, and so many comparisons with others who seem to be better, richer and more clever - but you're actually doing okay... and here's why. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through the seven signs you're better with...

It's nearly time for Frugal February - the annual financial reset and detox that can change the way you spend money forever. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through the Frugal February challenge: how to do it, why it matters, and the long-term benefits beyond February. --- The information in t...

Improving your financial position doesn't need to involve changing your entire life. Sometimes, it's just introducing the right habits. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go thorough the seven money habits that will change your year. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and...