The Scientiam Show

Episode Description In this episode of The Scientiam Show, we sit down with Bhanu Singh, CEO of Dimensional Fund Advisors Australia and Senior Investment Director. Bhanu shares his journey from studying accounting in the US, to unexpectedly landing at Dimensional, to eventually leading the firm in Australia and New Zealand. We dive into what sets Dimensional apart— from its evidence-based investme...

Are today’s investing trends truly unlocking greater transparency, personalisation, and outcomes for clients, and how can advisers harness them to deliver lasting value? In this episode of  The Scientiam Show , Nigel Baker and Dr. Katherine Hunt explore: Evidence-Based Investing (EBI):  How decades of research and data-backed strategies are better than speculation - and why adoption remains limite...

Sustainable investing is more than a trend — but what does it really mean? In this episode of The Scientiam Show , we take a dive deep into the growing world of sustainable investing, from ESG screening to greenwashing scandals. Nigel breaks down how to align your investments with your values, the challenges super funds face in ethical investing, and how evidence-based firms like Dimensional and V...

In this episode of The Scientiam Show , Nigel Baker sits down with Nick , a creative entrepreneur and founder of Journey Maker , a tech platform reshaping the travel experience through AI and authentic storytelling. From designing record covers for global stars in London to launching startups in India and Silicon Valley, Nick shares his unconventional journey from advertising to founding a growing...

In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by psychologist and industry expert Dr Katherine Hunt to unpack the mindset barriers holding advisers back — and what it really takes to build the advice practices of the future. They explore the difference between advisers stuck solving yesterday’s problems and those with a bold vision to help thousands. From aligning your goals with your values tochall...

In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by Dr Katherine Hunt to explore one of the most debated topics in the financial advice industry: the future of Statements of Advice (SOAs). With looming legislative changes, increased scrutiny on compliance, and the rapid evolution of AI tools, how should advisers respond? This episode dives into: ✅ AI and the automation of SOA workflows✅ Compliance in...

🎙️ Episode 2: Reimagining the Client Experience in Financial Advice – with Nigel Baker & Dr Katherine Hunt In this episode of The Scientiam Show , co-hosts Nigel Baker and Dr Katherine Hunt explore how technology and behavioural research are transforming the client experience in financial advice. From the deeply human emotions clients face in their very first meeting, to the science-backed str...

Episode 1 – How AI Is Transforming Financial Advice: Ethics, Scale & the Future of Advice with Nigel Baker & Dr Katherine Hunt | The Scientiam Show Welcome to the first episode of The Scientiam Show. Join co-hosts Nigel Baker and Dr Katherine Hunt as they dive into how technology is reshaping the financial advice industry — creating better outcomes, improving access, and helping advisers s...

Trailer for the new podcast from Nigel Baker.

Josh Smyth is an Associate Advisor for Arch Capital, a highly qualified independent financial advice company. They are professionals with Chartered Accounting and Certified Financial Planning qualifications who use a rigorous investment philosophy and access to the world's best academic research to ensure client portfolios are commendably constructed using science rather than speculation.

Libby Newman is an Investment Specialist, Strategy and Research with Vanguard Australia. In this role Libby is responsible for supporting Vanguard's distribution team by connecting the adviser community with Vanguard's extensive investment and strategic research. https://www.vanguard.com.au HOST - Nigel Baker PRODUCER - Andrew O'Brien

Ben is a director of a boutique business service chartered accountancy firm with a specific focus on small and medium business. The services Jennings Partners provides are for business owners who are seeking peace of mind in having a registered finance professional look after their book-keeping, business financials and accounting. https://www.jenningspartners.com.au

Tim Findlay is an accomplished senior financial professional with over 20 years experience in corporate and commercial lending, sales, relationship management and operations. He is the owner of Cato Advisory located in Young NSW. After growing up on a farm in Cowra in the NSW Central West, Tim attended Charles Sturt University in Bathurst before embarking on a career in Sydney, Dublin, and London...

Pauline Blight-Johnston is CEO and Managing Director of Helia, Australia’s largest lenders mortgage insurer. An actuary with more than 30 years of global industry experience in wealth management and insurance, Pauline is passionate about driving customer focused innovation and building inclusive working cultures.

Ian is a reformed branding and advertising creative director turned entrepreneur, co-founder of national corporate audiovisual company Scene Change. He studied as a vet, got expelled, and became a corporate AV technician. He was exposed to radioactive megadoses of corporate motivator shtick, and realized they’re generally 99% Showbiz and 1% business experience. https://ianwhitworth.net/ https://ww...

Brigitta is a Certified Financial Planner & Accredited SMSF Association Specialist Adviser. She speaks four languages and in 2022 was the winner of the Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award, “recognising the highest achiever in the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certification Unit, with demonstrable dedication to providing high-quality financial advice”.

Dave Segal and ex Wallaby captain Phil Kearns founded Front Row Group over 20 years ago and have shaped the company into a boutique marketing consultancy firm, offering its clients a range of unique entertaining, hospitality and marketing services.

Ash Cooper has 20 years of highly successful experience as an accomplished business development and relationship builder within the global financial markets sector. He is currently the co founder of Jelly C, a cutting edge digital assets company. jellyc.io Host - Nigel Baker Producer - Andrew O'Brien

Scott Aggett is Australia’s leading property negotiator and founder of Hello Haus, a busines revolutionising the Australian property buying experience. Leveraging his 30 years of experience, including 3,500+ property transactions across three continents, Scott’s expertise helps clients buy homes faster and at the most competitive prices. https://hellohaus.co/ Host - Nigel Baker Producer - Andrew O...

With over 25 years experience in the financial sector Anthony is currently Deputy Head of Equities for Perpetual. Prior to joining Perpetual, he worked at Ellerston Capital for six years, where he was the Portfolio Manager for the Ellerston Capital Global Equity Management Fund for. Before Ellerston Capital, Anthony worked as an Analyst at UBS Investment Bank for 8 years. SPOTIFY: https://spotifya...

Stirling Mortlock AM is a Founding Partner of  XV Capital Advisory , a sports advisory and investment firm that invests in global sports innovation. A world renowned representative rugby player, he represented the Australian Wallabies, the ACT Brumbies and the Melbourne Rebels captaining all teams during his inspirational rugby career. www.xvcapitaladvisory.com https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e...

The trailer for Money Never Sleeps, a new podcast By Nigel Baker. Presented by Scientiam.com.au

In today's show, we talk about Sustainable Investing In recent years lots of new Sustainable investing products have hit the market. How do you know which one is right for you? How do you know if the investments are actually sustainable? Some funds have been caught out for "greenwashing" and consequently fined and closed. In this episode, we discuss sustainable investing, how to asse...

In this special episode of the ifa show, Nigel is interviewed on the Independant financial adviser or IFA show Australia. IFA a host Keith Ford chats to Nigel Baker, CEO and founder of Scientiam, a pioneering company in the financial advice industry. Mr Baker shares his journey, from working in renowned accounting firms to establishing his own independent practice, Arch Capital. The pair delve int...

In today's show, we talk about returns , a key superannuation strategy and an awesome business process we have been using called EOS. Hope you enjoy this episode and if you do can we ask you a favour to provide a like or a review. We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me at nigel@scientiam.com.au Visit the Scientiam website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht...