Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell

How Do They Afford That?

How Do They Afford That: the podcast that peeks into the financial lives of everyday Australians. Every week Canna Campbell - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson share the simple hacks, habits and ideas that can make your money work harder for you. New episode every Wednesday!

Author

Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell

Category

Education

Podcast website

fearandgreed.com.au

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Budget Battle | Winning competitions vs hosting TV crews at home 15.09.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips or money-making hacks from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. Got a money hack or tip for Michael? Send them to him  here via Instagram , or email him at  michael.thompson@fearandgreed.com.au Got a tip for Canna?  Instagram's the best way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An investing guide for each generation  10.09.2024

Investing is not a one-size-fits-all approach - and every generation has different priorities and strategies.  Roger Montgomery , founder of  Montgomery Investment Management , joins  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  to look at investing for Gen Z, Y, X and Baby Boomers. Visit  www.montinvest.com , sign up for Roger’s insights...

Budget Battle | Empty accounts vs Bunnings rentals 08.09.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips or money-making hacks from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. Got a money hack or tip for Michael? Send them to him  here via Instagram , or email him at  michael.thompson@fearandgreed.com.au Got a tip for Canna?  Instagram's the best way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to save a house deposit faster 03.09.2024

When house prices are rising faster than you can save a deposit, property ownership may seem a long way off. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at ways to save a house deposit as quickly as possible. The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances,...

Budget Battle | Pet medicine vs cheap streaming 01.09.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips or money-making hacks from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. Got a money hack or tip for Michael? Send them to him  here via Instagram , or email him at  michael.thompson@fearandgreed.com.au Got a tip for Canna?  Instagram's the best way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 money myths busted 27.08.2024

Do you need to be rich to invest? Does buying in bulk always save money? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they bust 10 popular money myths.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, y...

Budget Battle | Free event tickets vs insurance rewards card 22.08.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips or money-making hacks from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. Got a money hack or tip for Michael? Send them to him  here via Instagram , or email him at  michael.thompson@fearandgreed.com.au Got a tip for Canna?  Instagram's the best way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six side hustles you haven't considered 20.08.2024

Everyone wants to earn a little extra cash. But have you considered these six ideas? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through Canna's six unexpected side hustles.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Befo...

Budget Battle | Christmas Clubs vs free holiday accommodation 15.08.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips or money-making hacks from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. Got a money hack or tip for Michael? Send them to him  here via Instagram , or email him at  michael.thompson@fearandgreed.com.au Got a tip for Canna?  Instagram's the best way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial advice for the budget-conscious 13.08.2024

Everybody should get financial advice - but not everybody can afford a full-service financial planner. Fortunately, there are other options available. Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  are joined by Karen Eley from NobleOak's new financial planning service  Wealth Maximiser . Together they look at the different options for advic...

Budget Battle | Car sharing vs meal boxes 08.08.2024

Michael and Canna battle it out with savings tips from listeners to the podcast. A guest judge then picks the best tip of the week. To send your money hacks and tips to Michael,  click here . To send them to Canna,  click here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Confused about health insurance? Listen to this 06.08.2024

If you've ever been confused by private health insurance, then this is for you.  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  are joined by Finder's Tim Bennett for a brilliantly straightforward guide to choosing the right private health insurance policy for you and your family. This episode is supported by  ahm health insurance . Tim Benn...

The best strategies for paying off debt fast 30.07.2024

There are plenty of strategies for paying off debt - but some are better than others. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at the debt avalanche, the debt snowball, and everything in between.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financia...

Money & relationships: Canna + Tom pt 2 23.07.2024

How does financial planner  Canna Campbell  manage her own money - and what does it mean for her relationship? This is part two of a very honest conversation between Canna and her partner Tom about money in their relationship, hosted by  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson .   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financi...

Money & relationships: Canna + Tom 16.07.2024

How does financial planner  Canna Campbell  manage her own money - and what does it mean for her relationship? Canna's partner Tom joins her and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  in the studio for an honest discussion about money, budgets and financial goals in their relationship.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstance...

Using your tax cut to set yourself up 09.07.2024

Every working Australian received a tax cut on July 1. It's a golden opportunity to improve your financial situation, and there are plenty of options. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they talk to Jessica Looi from  UniSuper  about salary sacrificing into super, paying off debt, saving the money, or investing outside o...

Interest rates may be rising - here's what you can do 02.07.2024

There's plenty of talk that interest rates could rise again very soon. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they talk to Adam McCabe from Blue Lantern Financial Services about the impact of a rate rise, and how to get a lower rate from your bank.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into...

Should you join an investing club? 25.06.2024

Getting started investing can be daunting. Could an investing club make it easier? Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at the pros and cons of joining a club where you pool your money and invest as a team. The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumsta...

Five ways to budget your money 18.06.2024

There are plenty of different budgets out there - but some are definitely not as good as others. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at five popular methods of budgeting, including the 50/30/20 rule, and the envelope system.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account yo...

10 financial mistakes to avoid in your 20s and 30s 11.06.2024

From relying on toxic debt, to ignoring your credit score - here are the top 10 mistakes to avoid in your 20s and 30s (and probably your 40s and 50s too). Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they put together the list, and ways to fix the mistakes already made.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and doe...

Getting your money priorities straight 04.06.2024

Should you pay the mortgage down before investing? What about building up savings, or topping up your super? Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson as they answer a listener question about how to decide your financial priorities.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal c...

Can money make you happy? 5 tips for mindful spending 28.05.2024

Money may not buy happiness. But surely there are ways to spend money that are better for both you and your budget. Join  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they go through five tips for mindful spending.   The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financia...

The ultimate beginner's guide to buying shares 21.05.2024

It doesn't matter if you're just starting out as an investor, or have been trading shares for years: this episode has something for you. Roger Montgomery , founder of  Montgomery Investment Management , joins  Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  to take them through his own investing principles - and how to spot a quality company....

Asset rich but cash poor? Listen to this. 14.05.2024

Are you or a family member considering a reverse mortgage as a way to unlock the equity in your home? It's a a product aimed at older Australians - but it's not the only way to free up money for the asset rich and cash poor. Join Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson  as they look at the pros and cons of reverse mortgages, as well as...

BONUS: How to make the household budget go further 12.05.2024

In this bonus episode, Canna Campbell  - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and  Fear & Greed 's  Michael Thompson are joined by Anthony Seymour-Walsh from Cashrewards . They look at ways to stretch the household budget further - and how customers are earning hundreds of dollars in cashbacks by using Cashrewards. Cashrewards is a great supporter of this podcast - check them out here! Th...

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