Cryptocurrencies aren't new but they are hitting the headlines more as their value becomes more volatile. But not everyone knows exactly what a Bitcoin is or what they can do with it. In this episode, we decrypt cryptocurrencies to find out what they are, how they work and if they are the future of money. We also look at how safe they are and if there needs to be more regulation around what's supposed to be decentralised currencies.

Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.

Host: Gemma Acton

Guest: Sean Foley, Associate Professor of Applied Finance at Macquarie University

Guest: Patrick Veyret, senior campaigns and policy adviser at CHOICE

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

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It's Tightarse Tuesday and this week we're helping you save money on your internet bill.

With 91% of Australian adults having a home internet connection, having the internet at home has become a necessity, especially following the pandemic. But the team at Mozo found many of us are paying too much to stay connected. So how can you save up to $1,100 on your NBN bill? Tom Godfrey from Mozo explains.

Host: Gemma Acton

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

Guest: Tom Godfrey, Mozo

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Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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Cost of living is a growing concern around the world, but the United States this week saw inflation hit 8.6%, sending financial markets into a tailspin with concerns one of the world's biggest economies is headed for recession. So, is it possible? And will it flow onto us here in Australia? Two experts explain what's happening and why there's no need to hit the panic button just yet.

Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.

Host: Gemma Acton

Guest: David Bassanesem, chief economist at BetaShares

Guest: Chris Brycki, founder and CEO of Stockspot

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

A 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media

Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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Let's Get Fiscal is an all-new money podcast from 7NEWS, designed to help you understand your money and make it work better for you.

In Episode 2, 7NEWS Network Finance Editor Gemma Acton spoke with tech entrepreneur Mike Cannon-Brookes about Australia's energy situation and why power bills will continue to rise. In this Tightarse Tuesday edition, Christine Seib from Canstar Blue gives us tips to reduce your power usage to mitigate rising power prices.

Host: Gemma Acton

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

Guest: Christine Seib, Editor In Chief for Canstar Blue

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Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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With many people losing work during the pandemic, and the cost of living on the rise, many Australians are looking for new ways to make money or supplement their income. Subscription site OnlyFans has seen a meteoric rise in popularity in the last few years, allowing people to make money from selling all sorts of content, but most prolific on the site is adult content. In this episode, we meet a mum who left her job in banking and is now a full-time OnlyFans creator. Plus an expert in digital media and sexual development explains why OnlyFans is actually a good thing for young people.

Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.

Host: Gemma Acton

Guest: Lucy Banks, OnlyFans content creator

Guest: Alan McKee, Professor in Digital and Social Media at University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

A 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media

Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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Let's Get Fiscal is an all-new money podcast from 7NEWS, designed to help you understand your money and make it work better for you.

In Episode 1, 7NEWS Network Finance Editor Gemma Acton explained how interest rates work, how they affect home loans, inflation and the economy as a whole. In this Tightarse Tuesday edition, Sally Tindall from RateCity explains whether it's time to fix your interest rate, why loyalty doesn't always pay and how easy it can be to save thousands on your home loan.

Host: Gemma Acton

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

Guest: Sally Tindall, Research Director for RateCity

A 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media

Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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The cost of energy is a hot issue across Australia at the moment. With the cost of living on the rise and the winter chill looming, many households are concerned about how they'll stay warm without breaking the bank. Tech entrepreneur Mike Cannon-Brookes has been leading the charge in the fight for cleaner and more affordable energy, most prominently trying to take over AGL, a move that was ultimately knocked back. But the billionaire was successful in thwarting a proposed demerger of AGL into two entities recently. Gemma Acton sat down with Cannon-Brookes for a rare one-on-one interview, where he discusses why he opposed the demerger and the future of energy prices in Australia.

Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.

Host: Gemma Acton

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

Special guest: Mike Cannon-Brookes

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Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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Interest rates, cash rate, inflation ... these are all terms we hear on the news or read in articles, but not all of us know what they mean or how they affect us. In this debut episode of Let's Get Fiscal, Gemma Acton breaks down what the Reserve Bank of Australia is, what they do with interest rates, and how inflation affects the economy. We also look at hyperinflation in overseas economies, and how money can become worthless.

Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.

Host: Gemma Acton

Anchor/Producer: Damien Haffenden

A 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media

Information contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.

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