Australian Investors Podcast

By Rask

The Australian Investors Podcast is a twice weekly podcast (Wednesday & Saturday), featuring laid back but intelligent short- and long-form conversations about markets, business, psychology, lesso... more

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Australian Investors Podcast episodes:

May 02, 2025Microsoft reports, Australia decides & top brokers
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss:
Tesla's drop

Why their fake portfolios offer real investing lessons

Microsoft's latest results

A recap on their $10,000 fake portfolios, and

Whether Commsec is still top dog

early. At Rask, we take our obligation to our clients and investors extremely seriously - even if it makes us look silly live on air. He’ll make it up to you, next week.

If you love learning about long-term investing, ETF strategies, and behavioural finance, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Resources for this episode
📄 Want to learn more about investing? Check out our investing and finance courses here:
👉 https://education.rask.com.au/
~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get financial planning – https://www.rask.com.au/advice
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access show notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: ⁠@rask.invest⁠
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Disclaimer
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.

If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.
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40min
April 30, 2025Bonds are not boring: Lessons from a bond analyst with Philip Brown from FIIG
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with Philip Brown, Head of Research at FIIG (Fixed Income Investment Group) to discuss:
How bond markets move before equities
Understanding credit ratings and junk bonds
How FIIG helps everyday investors access corporate bonds
The crossover between strategy in sport and investing
If you love learning about diversification, risk management, and fixed income investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Topics Covered
Philip Brown’s unlikely path from gateball to global bond research
Why bond markets move before equity markets
What investors can learn from bond pricing and sentiment
How credit ratings are determined and what they mean
The role of diversification in a bond portfolio
Understanding subordinated and junk bonds
How FIIG makes bonds accessible to everyday investors
Red flags Philip looks for in a bond issuer
The overlap between strategic sport thinking and investment research
Resources for this episode
📄 Learn more about FIIG:
FIIG Official Website

~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

Disclaimer
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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56min
April 25, 2025Elon returns to Tesla, ETF shake-up and divorce restarts
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith and Owen Rask discuss:
Are markets heading for another GFC-like crisis?
Tesla’s dramatic share price moves and Trump’s Tesla photo op
How each of their fake $10,000 portfolios are holding up
Lessons in position sizing, diversification and sticking to your plan
If you love learning about stock market psychology and long-term investing, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Topics Covered
Market panic: is this another GFC?
Fake $10,000 portfolios update: all 3 in the red
Trump buys a Tesla on the White House lawn?
Lessons from the drawdowns: position sizing and holding through volatility
What should investors actually do right now?
Community feedback: should we add monthly portfolio trades?
Resources for This Episode
📄 Learn more about diversification and rebalancing:
$10,000 portfolio challenge

~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get financial planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access show notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the investor podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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55min
April 23, 2025Mitch Sneddon’s worst investments & what they taught him
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Mitch Sneddon discuss:
Mitch’s worst-ever investment (Fleetwood, ASX:FWD)
Why mining services can be dangerous for retail investors
Lessons learned from overconfidence and poor diversification
Why Rask Invest now focuses on core-satellite ETF portfolios
If you love learning about ETFs, risk management, and avoiding classic investing mistakes, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Topics Covered
Mitch shares the story behind his biggest loss: an 80% drop on Fleetwood
How the mining boom masked serious business risks
The importance of identifying “price takers” vs “price makers”
Why underinvestment in non-core business areas can be fatal
The danger of overconfidence and investing without diversification
How Mitch uses ETFs today to avoid repeating past mistakes
Why Rask Invest portfolios steer clear of individual ASX small caps
Investor psychology and the critical need to plan for retirement
Tips for retirees on managing risk and staying the course
Mitch’s framework for modern portfolio construction
Resources for This Episode
📄 Learn More About ETF Investing & Rask Invest:
Check out Rask Invest
Follow Mitch’s daily investing blogs
~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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57min
April 18, 2025Buy FANG stocks (why Trump is good for US tech)
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of The Rask Group, and Drew Meredith, Director of Wattle Partners, dive into the latest ASX news, explain why FANG stocks should be on your watchlist, and the latest at WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC).

If you like small-cap investing, global technology companies or the stock market in general, you'll get the names and analysis of top ASX shares and NASDAQ-listed shares.

If you like this Australian Investors Podcast episode on US stocks and portfolio construction, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Topics covered today:
The case for US stocks
China v America company-specific trade war
Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) director changes
Are we worried about inflation?
What is a family trust + bucket company and why did Owen use one?
How to construct a portfolio with low risk assets
Is 23% in Soul Patts (ASX: SOL) and Australian Foundation Investment Ltd (ASX: AFI)
How to get a job in finance
Resources for this episode
$10k portfolios - daily tracking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/portfolio/
Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest

Rask Resources

All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest

DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg

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58min
April 16, 2025Global Investing Lessons with Invesco’s Andrew Hall
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Andrew Hall discuss:
Invesco’s global investment process and strategy
Why 80% of the fund targets compounders, and 20% improvers
How the Invesco Global Opportunities Fund is built and managed
Lessons learned from crises like COVID-19 and the GFC
How Andrew uses data, discipline and team introspection to manage money globally
If you love learning about portfolio construction, global investing, and behavioural discipline, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!

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Topics Covered
– Welcome & introduction to Andrew Hall and Invesco
– What makes equities the best long-term asset class
– The 80/20 split: compounders vs improvers
– How Andrew defines a compounder and what separates them from improvers
– The role of change, leadership and industry dynamics in selecting improvers
– How the Invesco Global Opportunities Fund is structured and managed
– Lessons learned from major crises: the GFC, COVID-19, and more
– How Andrew made tough calls during the COVID crash
– Reflections on personal resilience, team strength, and managing under pressure
– Portfolio management discipline and handling uncertainty

Resources for This Episode
Learn More About Invesco & the Global Opportunities Fund:
Invesco Australia
Invesco Global Opportunities Fund (Hedged Class A)
~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Australian Investors Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.
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48min
April 11, 2025Owen's $100k investment (and how it's gone), plus Drew's Prado flex | 2 Sense
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss:
Trump’s tariff bombshell and its global market impact
Owen’s $100K investment using equity release
How Owen's timing the market went surprisingly well
Owen is buying Costco (NASDAQ: COST) + WiseTech Global Ltd (WTC)
Why diversification and long-term thinking still win
Weekly investor mailbag
How to build a core plus satellite with shares
An Elon conspiracy theory
If you love learning about global markets, investing strategies, and macroeconomic trends, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Topics Covered
Welcome & catching up during school holidays
Markets in meltdown: ASX, S&P 500 & Nasdaq fall hard
Owen’s $100K investment: humblebrag or genius move?
Equity release strategy explained
Baby Munger arrives: Charlie Derrimuth Rask is born
Trump's tariff reversal: what it really means
China’s response & global economic risks
Drew’s view: trade wars, inflation & the American manufacturing revival
Will tariffs help young Americans get jobs?
The US vs China economic policy approach
Backing American tech giants over government defence
Apple, Google, Microsoft & the future of global dominance
Bonus: Drew’s new mystery vehicle and Owen’s studio upgrade plan
Resources for This Episode
📄 Learn More About US Tariffs & Trade Wars:
Why Trump is using Tariffs – Owen’s article
Owen’s $100,000 investment – what he bought
25 things Owen would teach his child
Debt recycling and equity release explained
~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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1h 3min
April 09, 2025Global Investing, AI, and the Russell 2000 (RSSL) – A Deep Dive with Billy Leung
In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, host Owen Rask sits down with Billy Leung from Global X ETFs to discuss:
Why global investing is more important than ever
How AI is reshaping markets & investment strategies
The role of the Russell 2000 (RSSL) Index in a diversified portfolio
How investors can think about currency hedging for international exposure
If you love learning about global markets & ETFs, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.
Topics Covered
Welcome & Introduction
The Rise of AI & Its Impact on Investing
Why Investors Should Think Globally
Home Country Bias & How to Overcome It
What Is the Russell 2000 (RSSL) & Why It Matters?
How AI Could Unlock Mid-Cap Growth
Currency Hedging Strategies for Global Investors
Final Thoughts & Takeaways for Investors
Resources for This Episode
📄 Learn More About These ETFs:
Global X Russell 2000 ETF (RSSL): https://www.globalxetfs.com/funds/rssl/
Global X FANG+ ETF (FANG): https://www.globalxetfs.com.au/funds/fang/
~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest
DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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36min
April 07, 2025 🚨 ASX meltdown? How to protect yourself and your portfolio [SPECIAL]
The ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) price is crashing down 6.5%. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price is down 7.7%. BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price is down 8%.

VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/SBxxCavI2Lo

ASX 200 investors, what should you do in a market crash?!

If you're watching the ASX 200 sell-off in fear, rest assured - at 12 noon today (MEL/SYD time), Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask will break down his 5-part market crash investing checklist.

✨ Resources ✨
Rask Invest portfolio: https://www.rask.com.au/rask-invest
Join our community: https://community.rask.com.au
Get financial advice: https://www.rask.com.au/advice

Special guest Claude Walker:
https://arichlife.com.au/

All information in this podcast is strictly general in nature. It is not personal financial advice as it does not take into account your needs, goals or objectives. So don’t act on it before speaking with your financial planner. Owen Raszkiewicz can be verified on asic.gov.au. He is the ultimate holder of AFSL 563907 and you can read Rask's Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg Investing can be risky and result in permanent capital loss.

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1h 42min
April 04, 2025Best Business Models & ASX + US Companies We'd Buy | 2-Sense with Owen & Drew
On this week's Australian Investors Podcast 2 Sense episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss:
The best business models in the world and why they work
Why Pinnacle (ASX:PNI) stands out in Aussie funds management
Apple & Microsoft: the power of platforms and ecosystems
Which ASX and US companies Owen and Drew would buy and hold forever
If you love learning about business quality, competitive advantages, and building high-performing portfolios, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.

Topics Covered
– What makes a great business model: scalability, margins, customer stickiness
– Why funds management used to be unbeatable (and what’s changed)
– Pinnacle Investment Management (ASX:PNI) and the affiliate model explained
– Apple’s ecosystem and Microsoft’s B2B dominance
– The most profitable sectors by net margins
– Which one ASX and one US company Owen & Drew would buy

~~ Rask Resources ~~
🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services
📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan
📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest
📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes
❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @rask.invest
TikTok: @rask.invest

DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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35min

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