How did a regional Victorian start-up called Aussie Broadband take on Telstra (ASX: TLS)... and win customers over?  Is customer service a competitive advantage?

In his first-ever long-form interview, Aussie Broadband CEO, Brian Maher, joins your host Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer of Rask Invest, in telling us about the company's incredible journey of growth, resilience, strategy and customer service.

Topics covered in this Aussie Broadband deep dive:

~~ Episode resources ~~

ASX filings & annual report: https://www.aussiebroadband.com.au/investor-centre/

Become an Aussie customer: https://www.aussiebroadband.com.au/customer/?utm_source=RASK

~~ Rask Resources ~~

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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. 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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What are the best books for investing, business and... life?

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask and Drew Meredith answer your questions and discuss their favourite investing books for 2025 and beyond.

Don't forget, throughout January you can ask us all types of questions by using our online Q&A form:

Ask a question >> https://bit.ly/R-quest

Books mentioned:

~~ Rask Resources ~~

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~~ Episode resources ~~

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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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask speaks with Alec Renehan, co-founder of Equity Mates Media, about the business he and Bryce have built, the future of media and his favourite interviews.

Topics covered today:

~~ Episode resources ~~

Tune into Equity Mates, Get Started Investing: https://equitymates.com/get-started-investing/

Bryce & Ren's book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Dont-Stress-Just-Invest-investments/dp/1761470469

~~ 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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Qiao Ma, Portfolio Manager of the Munro Partners Global Small and Mid Cap Fund, joins Owen Rask on The Australian Investors Podcast to discuss:

1. What it takes to find killer stocks

2. How Qiao survived the GFC

3. Why founders tend to win

4. The importance of 'control' in long-term investing

5. Munro's investment process

6. Qiao's two pieces of advice to her younger self

Episode resources:

Munro Partners

Nick & Owen's discussion

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How do the wealthiest people invest? How do they make their money?

In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask and Drew Meredith answer your questions. Don't forget, throughout January you can ask us all types of questions by using our online Q&A form:

Ask a question >> https://bit.ly/R-quest

Topics covered today:

~~ 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

~~ Episode resources ~~

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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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask and Drew Meredith answer your questions. Don't forget, throughout January you can ask us all types of questions by using our online Q&A form:

Ask a question >> https://bit.ly/R-quest

Topics covered today:

~~ 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

~~ Episode resources ~~

ASIC resources for financial planners:

https://asic.gov.au/regulatory-resources/financial-services/financial-advice/professional-standards-for-financial-advisers/qualification-exam-and-professional-development/

CFP program:

https://faaa.au/financial-planning-education/cfp-certification/

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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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Marie Vakakis, an experienced therapist, mental health and relationship educator, and host of the This Complex Life Podcast.

In this podcast with Marie Vakakis, Owen and Marie discuss:

~~ Episode resources ~~

Marie's upcoming webinar - Relationship Refresh: https://marievakakis.com.au/etn/relationship-refresh/

Discount code to get 30% off: RASK2025 

Marie's first Rask podcast: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2023/09/15/relationships-money-how-to-start-having-better-conversations/

~~ Rask Resources ~~

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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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The $10,000 portfolio challenge on The Australian Investors Podcast for 2025 is HERE! It's Team Owen Rask versus Team Drew Meredith versus you, The Rask Community.

On January 1st, 2025 we'll begin tracking the three hypothetical portfolios selected by our teams. Then we'll provide weekly commentary and updates on the portfolios every Saturday morning (at 7am MEL/SYD time) as part of our '2 Sense' instalments on The Australian Investors Podcast. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, YouTube or Spotify.

WARNING: Remember, nothing in these portfolios should be considered as investment advice. We are NOT investing in these portfolios in real life, and the portfolios we build at Rask Invest (or Drew, via Wattle Partners) have nothing to do with these three portfolios. Please do not believe these portfolios are our actual portfolios, or represent the portfolios we professionally manage for our clients. Investing is risky and can result in permanent capital loss.

~~ Episode resources ~~

Portfolio tracking starts in January at: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/portfolio

Show notes page (show portfolio): https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/12/30/10000-portfolio-challege/

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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. 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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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Grant Hackett, OAM, who is the CEO of Generation Development Group (ASX: GDG) - a $1.1 billion company that has grown rapidly in recent years.

In this podcast with Grant Hackett, Owen and Grant discuss:

~~ Episode resources ~~

Lifebuilder (investment bond): https://bit.ly/rask-bond1

Childbuilder (investment bond): https://bit.ly/rask-bond2

Grant's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-hackett-oam-30820225?originalSubdomain=au

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~~ Timestamps ~~

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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Joe Aston, author of The Chairman's Lounge and prolific financial journalist, joins Owen Rask to dive into corporate ethics, the role of journalists and Qantas' control over the business elite, on this episode of The Australian Investors Podcast.

Get Joe's book:

Topics covered:

1:30 - How Joe keeps companies accountable

8:45 - Harvey Norman red flags

15:30 - Joe Aston's research process

23:00 - Joe Aston on Qantas story

26:46 - What is the Chairmans Lounge?

32:30 - Virgin & Qatar coming for Qantas?

36:20 - Finding sources in journalism

38:00 - Bias in journalism

46:15 - Power abuse in business

50:45 - Youth is wasted on the young

~~ Rask Resources ~~

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Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-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. 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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