Nigel Baker

The Scientiam Show

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In this podcast we share the knowledge from the minds of finance and business to help you become more informed. Our host Nigel Baker, a 20 year veteran as a Chartered Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, interviews leaders from business, sport and tech industries. All content in this podcast by me and any guests is general in nature, we don’t know your personal situation, so we cannot give you personal advice, so if you require personal advice seek out an independent adviser or message us and we can provide a few names in your local area.

Author

Nigel Baker

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.scientiam.com.au

Latest episode

Aug 25, 2025

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Episodes

Season 2 Episode 18 - How did your fund go for the year - Year End Market Update 2023 16.07.2023

In today's show, we talk about the returns for the previous financial year and what investors should look for when they receive their 30 June superannuation reports. 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: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scientiam.com.au/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠...

Season 2 Episode 17 - Where are people learning about investing in today's world? 28.06.2023

In today's show, we look at where people are consuming information about investing in today's world. The ASX released a very informative report this week and some of the findings may astonish you if you are running an advice business. Unless you are starting to offer a way to engage these investors ( and they are not all young) with digital tools like video and the ability to research at t...

Season 2 Episode 16 - What to do before the end of the financial year 08.06.2023

In today's show, we talk about what to do before the end of the financial year. 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: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scientiam.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠htt...

Season 2 Episode 15 - Interview with Nathan Krieger - Co Head of Client Group Dimensional Fund Advisers 07.05.2023

In today's show, we interview Nathan Krieger the co-head of client group Australia for Dimensional Fund Advisers. Dimensional is one of the largest and I believe most interesting fund managers in the world. Having started in 1981 they now have over $900bn under advice and offices all around the world. They have a strong belief in research and bringing these ideas to you and implementing them i...

What the Heck is EOS? Episode 14 - Interview with Cam Ogilvie 27.04.2023

In this episode, we jump into the topic of running a successful business, the journey, ups and downs and how to use a world-class structure to get the best results for your team, clients and stakeholders. The advice and superannuation industry has faced significant overhauls in the last decade, making running a business in this sector incredibly challenging. So we thought it was time for our audie...

Season 2 Episode 13 - The World (and your super) is getting better! 19.04.2023

In this episode we talk about all the bad news out there - and consider whether the world is actually getting worse or better, and how this relates to your super we also talk about - Making sure your super is safe - How to avoid scams - Some investment principles Contact us at Scientiam.com.au , like and share or podcast or email me nigel@scientiam.com.au We would love to hear from more of our lis...

Season 2 Episode 12 - Understanding your Superannuation with guest Scott Aggett from Hellohaus.co 11.04.2023

In this episode of Understanding your Superannuation , we talk to Scott Aggett from HelloHaus.co. I have known Scott for 25 years and am excited to interview him today as we share knowledge about property with one of Australia's leading property experts check out Hellohaus.co for more information! About Us | Hello Haus We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. sub...

Season 2 Episode 11 - Understanding your superannuation - What do clients want? Aimie Roberts 30.03.2023

In this episode of Understanding your superannuation, we talk about 5 key topics with our guest Aimie Roberts. Education Access to advice Costs Online experience How is Scientiam used? 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: ⁠⁠https://scientiam.com.au/⁠⁠ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn:...

Season 2 Episode 10 - US Banking collapses, ETF's and performance data 15.03.2023

In todays episode Nigel discusses the US Banking collapse and implications,  ETF's and performance data We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me nigel@scientiam.com.au  Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.l...

Series 2 Episode 9 - Interview With Estate Planning Solicitor - Danielle Manion from Stuart Latham Solicitors 09.03.2023

In today's episode, we talk with Danielle Manion, a solicitor with Stuart Latham Solicitors The topics we discuss are  - death benefits in super  - the different types of nominations  - what happens if you won't make a nomination  - estate planning and wills  - collaborative estate planning You can find out more here   STUART LATHAM SOLICITORS Phone: (02) 9918-3222 &n...

Series 2 Episode 8 - New taxes announced in super ! 01.03.2023

 In this episode we talk about the superannuation tax system and consider if all the current taxes are more than enough ! So why the new taxes announced this week ? Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662  Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/company/scientiam-investment  Follow S...

Series 2 Episode 7 - The Latest Round of the Super Wars begins! 24.02.2023

In this episode we look at the start of the new "super wars".  The Labor Government is looking at legislating exactly what super is , and is also framing up the conversation to make reforms to the current system, taxes and rules.  This will be fascinating, so watch this space! Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25...

Series 2 Episode 6. The Quality of Advice Review and Why it's important to Australians with superannuation 20.02.2023

In this week's podcast, we run through the Quality of Advice Review. The Purpose of the review is "to ensure Australians have access to high quality, accessible and affordable financial advice" So it's important to understand what this all means for your super! Overall if legislated, these reviews look good for you as a superannuation investor. Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au...

Series 2 episode 5. Understanding costs - What should a super fund cost you? 13.02.2023

In this episode we talk about costs. What are the costs involved with super. What should you be paying and what do the typical funds cost to run?  Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/company/scientiam-investment Follow Scientiam on Facebook: https://...

Series 2 episode 4. Where do your superannuation returns come from ? What should i expect ? 12.02.2023

In This episode of our series Understanding Your Superannuation, we discuss performance returns and explain the key principles to consider when understanding your super fund's performance. What should you expect as a return? Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.linkedi...

Series 2 Episode 3. What to focus on in 2023 24.01.2023

In this episode of our series " Understanding your Superannuation" ,  In this episode, we talk about planning for 2023... it can be daunting so we break it down into a few simple steps to get your finances humming for 2023! Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.lin...

Series 2 episode 2 - What to make of all the “New Year” stock predictions? 24.01.2023

In this episode of our series " Understanding your Superannuation" , we look at the new year stock predictions and go through some steps to work out whether this is a smart approach to manage superannuation money. Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/compa...

Series 2 Episode 1: Understanding your Superannuation Series by Scientiam 06.01.2023

Theme – understanding your super so you can retire comfortably This podcast is all about super and giving you the knowledge to do better. We also run a weekly zoom class that you can attend for free and ask questions about this podcast topic of anything super, and of course its recorded for Scientiam members Simply email me nigel@scientiam.com.au   and will send you the details Or go to scien...

Josh and Nic's Insights and Experiences As New Financial Advisers | Episode #25 13.12.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being. In today's episode, Josh and Nic share their insights on being financi...

Chris Holcombe's Industry Insights & Views on the Quality of Advice Proposals - sharing his experience as a Compliance Manager | Episode #24 13.11.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being.  In today's episode, we speak with Chris Holcombe, compliance Manager...

Q3 2022 Market Review with Dr Steve Garth | Episode #23 30.10.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being.  In this episode, Dr Steve Garth and I conduct a quarterly market review fo...

Tom Buckley on The Importance of Cybersecurity For The Financial Planning Industry | Episode #22 12.10.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being.  In today's episode, we speak with Tom Buckley, Managing Director of M...

John Hazell's Insights & Experience as a Financial Expert | Episode #21 25.09.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being. In today's episode, we speak with John Hazell, Managing Director and P...

How Will Quality of Advice Review Proposal Papers Affect Advisers and Clients? | Episode #20 11.09.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being. In today's episode, I discuss some important key points from Michelle...

Colin Weir on How Advisers Can Use Technology to Add More Value for Clients | Episode #19 24.08.2022

Welcome to The Future Financial Adviser, where our mission is to make advice accessible to more Australians. On the show we discuss the latest digital platforms, best practices, and evidence-based investing strategies, to give financial advisers the tools they need to help more investors improve their financial well-being. In today's episode, we speak with Colin Weir, CEO and Founder of Morok...

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