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Australian Finance Podcast

The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms. ~~ New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced

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46:14

Becoming a financial planner, SpaceX IPO & your...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/30

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask is joined by Rask Advice Associate Milli Russell to unpack Milli’s journey into financial advice, alongside answering your biggest money questions. They cover:– Milli’s pathway from school to financial planning – What it actually takes to become a financial adviser – How the industry is changing post-Royal Commission – Real-world answers to listener questions on mortgages, ETFs, and investing Topics Covered – Why Milli chose a

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34:13

Low deposit, high stakes: Inside Australia's 5%...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/26

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent of Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Gemma Mitchell from Rask discuss whether first homebuyers should use the 5% deposit scheme. Here’s what they cover: -Criteria for qualifying for the new scheme -The new property price caps -Getting the right loan -Managing cashflows -Retaining a buffer -The benefits of using the 5% deposit scheme -The risk and the drawbacks And their summary thoughts and tips. This episode

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46:42

Are Australians really doing it tougher? Real...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/23

If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode, you'll love our series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on⁠⁠ Apple⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Spotify⁠⁠,⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠, or wherever you get your podcasts!Follow us on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠ for more investing insights. Topics Covered – What is PocketSmith and how does it track spending data? – Understanding the Global Spending Map – Mortgage spending trends in Australia vs NZ vs US – Why Australian mortgage costs have doubled in five years –

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32:40

Is super a gamble? Super Payday, fixed rates,...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/19

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Gemma Mitchell and Leigh Gant answer your weekly money and life questions. They cover: – Whether superannuation is really a “gamble” and what happened during past crashes – What the new Super Payday rules mean for when your employer pays your super – What to consider when your fixed home loan rate rolls off – Whether interest-only loans are smart strategy or short-term relief – How to define (and stick to) your ‘enough’ number for stepping

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44:59

3 big retirement changes you need to know (plus your...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/16

We are only a couple of months into 2026 and we’ve already seen significant retirement changes announced. These updates could directly impact your super, Age Pension eligibility and contribution strategy.In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by James O’Reilly- co host on the Australian Retirement Podcast and financial adviser at Northeast Financial Wealth, go through three big retirement changes you need to know in 2026 — and then take you through your

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36:42

Hedged vs unhedged ETFs, ETF size, super duplication...

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2026/03/13

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen is away so your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Mitchell Sneddon (one of our hosts of the Australian Investor Podcast) to answer your weekly investing questions on ETFs and portfolio construction. They cover:– Hedged vs unhedged international ETFs (and when it matters) – Whether ETF fund size and liquidity should influence your choice – How to think about overlap between super investments and investments outside super – Kids investing via minor

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70:30

Financially preparing for kids: cash flow, leave,...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/09

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Alex Luck, financial adviser and co-founder of Everest Wealth Group, for a deep dive into financially preparing for kids.Alex works with many Australians in their 20s to 40s navigating career progression, property decisions and starting families. As a father of two himself, he shares both professional and personal insights into what really matters. This episode covers: - Planning maternity and paternity leave - Understanding

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38:37

Super at retirement, pension timing and health costs...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/05

In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Tahli Cavagnino, Senior Adviser at Rask Advice, to answer some of the most common and nuanced questions people face as they approach retirement. This episode focuses on the decisions that sit right at the transition point, when work is winding down, structures start to matter more, and the tax and timing trade-offs can feel overwhelming. If you found this episode helpful, hit follow on Apple, Spotify,

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60:56

Tom's $100,000 ETF portfolio (with a twist)

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2026/03/04

Owen Rask and Betashares’ Tom Wickenden construct two themed $100,000 ETF portfolios — one focused on the rise of China and Asia, the other built as an “existential” hedge against US dominance and structural risks.In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Tom Wickenden from Betashares to construct two high-conviction $100,000 ETF portfolios — each with a clear macro theme and five-year horizon. We cover: - What Tom has personally invested in recently — and why - Owen’s

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56:35

The four stages of wealth: What to focus on at each...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/03/02

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Gemma Mitchell sits down with financial adviser, author and host of the Financially Fierce Podcast, Jess Brady. Jess is the author of Get Growing and founder of The Greenhouse education program. Together, they unpack Jess’s powerful framework: the four stages of wealth — and what you should actually focus on at each stage. They cover: – Why money feels overwhelming (and why you’re probably not the problem) – The four stages of wealth: Sprouted,

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35:49

Rewarding yourself, ETF losses and walking away from...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/26

In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell tackle the emotional side of money decisions, from learning how to actually enjoy financial progress, to handling early investing nerves, career burnout and retirement timing.This episode is less about spreadsheets and more about behaviour, mindset and realistic trade-offs, especially for people who are doing “well on paper” but still feeling stuck or unsure. If you liked this episode of The Australian

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26:11

Unclaimed money: Are you leaving free money on the...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/23

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell dive into one of the easiest money wins of the year: finding unclaimed money. T hey uncover: – Why billions of dollars are sitting unclaimed in Australia – How to check if any of it is yours (in 10 minutes or less) – The three places to search: ATO, ASIC, and your state government – Why this should be part of your annual financial health check If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on

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45:19

AI & your money, super strategies and SMSF ETF risks...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/19

Explore how AI tools like ChatGPT can support (and mislead) your financial planning, understand key differences between pre- and post-tax super contributions, and unpack SMSF concerns around ETF custodial ownership.In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack some of the most common and timely questions we’re seeing right now around AI, superannuation strategies and SMSF investing. With tools like ChatGPT becoming part of everyday

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40:45

Super stats: How does your superannuation compare?

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/16

How does your super really stack up? Average vs top 10% super balances explained.In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask break down the latest Australian superannuation statistics and answer the question so many people quietly worry about: Am I behind on super? This episode cuts through the averages, explains what the numbers actually mean, and gives you practical ways to improve your superannuation position whether you’re behind, on track, or already

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36:45

Baby on the way? Money tips, leave & childcare costs

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/12

In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by James Phelan, Senior Adviser at Rask Advice, to answer the big money questions that tend to come up when a baby is on the way.From planning for income changes to understanding parental leave, childcare costs and shared money dynamics, this episode focuses on practical, real-world decisions new and growing families are navigating right now. If you enjoyed this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, follow

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48:39

Dare to be wealthy – with Mel Browne

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/09

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by long-time friend of the show, Mel Browne – a multi-time founder, author, and ex-financial adviser with a fresh take on what it really means to be wealthy.With her new book Dare to Be Wealthy hitting shelves, Mel and Gemma dive into some of the biggest mindset blocks, money myths and systemic challenges holding people back – especially women – from feeling in control of their financial lives. From redefining wealth, to

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41:15

Executor of an estate and first home buyer trade-offs...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/05

In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell tackle some of the bigger, more complex money questions that tend to show up in mid-life and major transitions.We cover what it really means to be an executor of an estate, how to think through first home and property decisions as a couple, and how investors at different stages can make more confident choices without feeling out of their depth. Owen and Gemma cover: - Where to start when you’re named

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58:53

Is FIRE still possible in 2026? Ft. Dave Gow

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/02/01

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia for a deep, honest conversation about the future of FIRE — and whether financial independence is still achievable in 2026.Is FIRE still achievable in Australia in 2026? Why FIRE feels harder now — and why it’s not impossible How Dave would rebuild financial independence from $0 today The role of income: penalty rates, night shifts and FIFO work Why earning more matters more than

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41:19

The King's private school, renovation loans and...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/01/29

In this Friday Q&A episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell work through some of the big, messy money decisions many families face but rarely get clear answers on.This week we unpack how to think about private school costs, who to speak to when planning a major renovation, what happens with kids’ investing accounts as they grow up, and how to weigh up mortgage progress versus super contributions. Owen and Gemma cover: • Whether it’s reasonable to feel uneasy about

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79:10

Investing, ETFs, AI & the Future of Advice — with...

Australian Finance Podcast ·

2026/01/26

In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask sits down with Hayden Smith, Co-Founder and CTO of Pearler, to explore how Australians really invest — and where investing, technology and advice are heading next.From ETFs and core-satellite portfolios to AI, robo-advice and the slow shift away from property-first thinking, this conversation goes deep on what’s working, what’s overrated, and what the “average successful investor” of the future might actually look like. 🧠 What

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