Māori Millionaire Podcast

The pink tax isn’t a conspiracy theory. It’s a pattern. From razors and deodorant costing more just because they’re pink, to the unspoken expectation that women must spend more to be seen as “presentable” — being a woman in this economy comes with a price tag. But it doesn’t stop at retail. Wāhine Māori contribute billions to Aotearoa’s economy. When unpaid mahi like caregiving, whānau support and...

What are the best money books to read if you actually want to build wealth? In this episode of the Māori Millionaire Podcast, I share the top 10 money and mindset books that completely changed the way I think about wealth, investing, financial independence, and personal growth. From classics like Rich Dad Poor Dad , Think and Grow Rich , and The Millionaire Next Door to powerful mindset books like...

What does tino rangatiratanga actually look like in real life? Not in Parliament. Not at Waitangi. Not just in protest. In this episode of the Māori Millionaire Podcast, I unpack how sovereignty is not something the government grants. It is something we practise daily. We talk about: • How to practise tino rangatiratanga tō reo in your home • What tino rangatiratanga tō hauora looks like beyond po...

This Valentine’s Special is your reminder that a man is not a financial plan. In this episode of the Māori Millionaire Podcast, we talk about financial independence in relationships, how to protect yourself financially, and why loving yourself more than you love the relationship changes everything. This is not anti men. It is pro sovereignty. We unpack: • Why financial dependency creates vulnerabi...

I recently stayed at the home of a former Prime Minister and instead of being impressed by status or wealth, I walked away with some of the most grounding lessons about mindset, health, leadership, and how powerful people actually move through the world. In this episode, I unpack what I observed behind closed doors. How critical thinking shows up in everyday decisions Why there was zero scarcity m...

Being good with money shouldn’t feel hard, stressful, or like a constant test of discipline. In this episode, I break down how I made managing money ridiculously easy by designing simple systems that work with human behaviour, not against it. Instead of relying on motivation or willpower, this kōrero focuses on removing decisions, automating the boring stuff, and setting up money so the right choi...

If I could restart my financial journey, there are a few things I would do very differently. In this episode, I share the honest lessons I’ve learned about money, timing, and self awareness. From investing early when I had no bills, to questioning whether university was the right choice, to understanding the true cost of chasing success without tending to mental health first. This kōrero explores...

Teaching kids about money starts long before budgets, bank accounts, or earning a paycheck. In this episode, we explore how children form money beliefs early in life and why emotional experiences around money matter more than financial rules. Many of us grew up learning about money through stress, silence, or shame. Without realising it, those same patterns can be passed down to our tamariki. This...

If you’ve ever felt calm when life is messy and uneasy when things are finally going well, this episode is for you. In this episode, we unpack addiction to chaos , one of the most destructive and overlooked patterns shaping our relationships, mental health, and money habits. Growing up in survival mode wires your nervous system to associate stress with safety. That wiring doesn’t disappear when yo...

Personal branding is not about being loud, viral, or turning yourself into a product. It is about trust. In this episode, I break down what a personal brand actually is why you do not need to be an expert to build one and how people turn personal brands into real income without being fake or exhausting. We talk about how personal brands make money through opportunities, not followers what to share...

Podcasting is not quick money. But it is powerful money when you understand what it is actually for. In this episode, I break down how people really make money from podcasts and why most shows never earn a dollar. We talk about what you actually need to start a podcast why your podcast is not the product but the relationship how small podcasts can monetise without huge download numbers and the big...

This episode is about Te Tiriti o Waitangi and personal responsibility. And no, those two things are not in conflict. In this kōrero, I unpack what Te Tiriti was actually meant to represent partnership, protection, participation and why waiting for the government to fix everything has never been our survival strategy. We talk honestly about systemic disadvantage and colonisation why broken systems...

This episode is uncomfortable to record. But it is important. Over the past couple of years, I made a $40k mistake. Not because I am bad with money. Not because I did not know better. But because I pedestalised money, mentors, and advice that did not actually align with who I am. In this kōrero, I talk openly about mentorship mistakes putting people on pedestals because they are wealthy or success...

Networking has a bad reputation. It makes people think of awkward small talk, forced conversations, and trying to impress people who feel out of reach. This episode is not that. In this kōrero, I break down what networking actually is building real relationships over time without pretending to be someone you are not and without burning yourself out We talk about how to use LinkedIn in a way that f...

If money feels heavy right now — this episode is for you. This is a short, grounding pep talk for the days when you’re tired of thinking about money, tired of trying, and tired of feeling like you should be further along. In this episode, I share 10 reminders I come back to when money stress is loud — not advice, not tactics, just perspective to help you get through the hard season. We talk about:...

six-month safety net isn’t flashy — but it’s one of the most powerful things you can do for your money and your nervous system. In this episode, I break down why a proper safety net matters more than investing early , how it reduces stress and increases options, and exactly how I built mine in a realistic, non-perfect way. We cover: What a safety net actually is (and what it’s not) Why six months...

Do people who are seen as “more attractive” actually earn more money? In this episode, we dig into the research behind appearance-based pay gaps — what the data says, how big the effect really is, and why it shows up in hiring, promotions, and income over time. But we don’t stop at the numbers. We unpack how ideas of “attractiveness” and “professionalism” are not neutral , and how they’re shaped b...

If you had $1,000 to invest in Aotearoa, where could it actually go? In this episode, we break down KiwiSaver as an investment — not just a savings account — and explain why it’s often the smartest, lowest-stress place to start for most people in New Zealand. We cover: How KiwiSaver actually invests your money Why employer and government contributions are literally free money How to think about ri...

Need extra money — fast? Before you start a side hustle, there’s a simpler option most people overlook: selling the stuff you already own. In this episode, I break down exactly how to make money selling second-hand items — from clothes and tech to furniture and random household gear. I share what actually sells, where to sell it in Aotearoa, how to price things properly, and how to turn unused stu...

Brand partnerships aren’t about being famous — they’re about trust, alignment, and influence. In this episode, I break down how brand partnerships actually work for content creators , including what brands look for, why follower count matters less than you think, and how to position yourself for paid partnerships — even if you have a small audience. We cover: What a real brand partnership is (and...

If budgeting harder hasn’t changed your situation, this episode is for you. In this kōrero, I break down realistic ways to increase your income in 2026 — starting with low-effort options that don’t require much time or skill, and moving all the way through to side hustles and starting a business. We talk about income in layers , not hustle culture. I share: simple ways to increase income quickly (...

I’ve tried a lot of ways to make money. As a kid, I sold second-hand pens. I did gardening, babysitting, and mowing lawns. I worked minimum-wage jobs, dropped out of school, went pine planting, and stacked jobs while broke at uni. I joined a pyramid scheme (without realising), lost money in forex, almost joined another one — and eventually became self-employed. In this episode, I walk through ever...

Have you ever been triggered by someone online — especially around money, success, or confidence — and couldn’t quite explain why? In this episode, I unpack what triggers actually are (from a psychology and nervous-system perspective) and why they show up so strongly around money and identity. I share a personal story about being triggered by a Pākehā creator online, and how sitting with that disc...

We’re often told that more money will fix our stress, our habits, and our lives. But what if money doesn’t change who you are — it exposes what was already there? In this episode, I unpack why pay rises, bonuses, Lotto wins, and sudden wealth so often fail to create stability — and why money tends to amplify existing habits, values, and systems instead of fixing them. We talk about: Why earning mo...

Every financial decision has a cost — even the ones that don’t feel expensive. In this episode, we unpack opportunity cost — not as a boring economics concept, but as one of the most powerful forces shaping your money, time, energy, and future options. We talk about: Why every “yes” quietly comes with a “no” How small, repeated choices cost more than big one-off decisions Why opportunity cost hits...