Pocket Money

When's the last time you got excited about a bank?

Today, we've got an exclusive interview with the co-founder of Up, Dominic Pym. Up is a pretty new digital bank that's been making waves in Australia for their slick branding, engaging product and attitude towards technology and customer experience.

Dom and Sally discuss the origin story of the neobank and why it's been so appealing to young Aussies, with 50% of their customers between 16 and 24 years old! We also talk about the Tree of Up, a public roadmap of what Up is currently working on for their customers, including a just-announced partnership with TransferWise.

Whether you're pleased with your bank, looking for a new one, or keen to better understand the world of fintech, give it a listen!

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

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It's no secret that we Australians love to travel, but how much is it costing us?

On this episode of the Pocket Money podcast, Marc and Sally are joined by Stephanie Yip, Travel Editor at Finder, country-hopper and Yellowcard superfan, to uncover how much we spend, where we're going, and some interesting trends and insights about the relationship between our travel habits and our wallets.With Steph's expert insights and our usual banter, we dive into some interesting research from the likes of Expedia, Roy Morgan and Kayak, and reveal the top destinations for Aussie travellers. We also discuss the effects of FOMO and social media, Steph's analysis on the different types of travel spenders, and why influencers are overrated.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

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Passive income is like cruise control for your wealth. The idea is, that with the right amount of time and energy up front, you can set up streams of income that require little to no upkeep. How good is that?

To understand exactly how passive income works, the various tools and how to get started setting up and earning your own passive income streams, we spoke with personal finance creator and YouTuber Nicholas Muscat, aka the AussieMoneyMan. He shared his thoughts on setting up his multiple streams of passive income from affiliate marketing to revenue from social media, and why he thinks Gary Vee is a bit overrated.

Whether you are looking for your next side hustle, keen to earn a bit of cash on the side, or curious about how YouTubers earn a living, this is a key podcast to check out!

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

If you add up every single one of your assets and subtracted your debts, you would know, on paper, your net worth. But that number actually reveals so much more about you and your financial health than you might think.

This week on Pocket Money, we explore all the ins and outs of net worth. how you should think about net worth when you're young, the difference between good debt and bad debt, and why Mr. Burns from The Simpsons is a surprisingly good financial role model.

On this episode, we are joined by Jared Lock, the creator of the Money and My Daughter blog. Jared brings a wealth of knowledge about thinking about your personal finance with the future in mind, setting goals, and lessons we can take from the FIRE movement.

P.S. starting next week, we'll be releasing weekly episodes of Pocket Money!

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Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

The path to becoming rich is not a sprint, it's a marathon. If you look closely, there are some surprisingly similar reasons most millionaires around the world have achieved financial success. As you'll hear on today's episode of Pocket Money, It all comes down to forming the right habits.

We sat down with Michael Yardney, one of Australia's leading property commentators, and host of the popular Michael Yardney Podcast. Michael has studied the rich and mentored many successful investors, entrepreneurs and business owners, documenting his findings in his international best-selling book – Rich Habits, Poor Habits.

Michael, Sally and Marc delve into a number of the habits you should seek to develop if you want to grow your wealth, and why it's so important to not only act rich but think rich. From planning your future to learning the power of delayed gratification, this podcast will help get you on the path toward finding financial success in your own life.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

If you want to get better at something, it makes sense to learn from the experts. This is as true about learning to play the piano, as it is with managing your money.

As you'll find out, financial advice isn't just something reserved for the wealthiest 1%.

On this episode of the Pocket Money podcast, we are joined by Charlie Viola, an award-winning financial adviser and Partner for Wealth Management at Pitcher Partners in Sydney. Charlie really knows this stuff in and out.

We discuss what financial advisers really do, how to decide when you should speak with one, plus what to expect when you meet, and how much it all costs. We also learn Charlie's perspective on what high-net-worth individuals do with their money, some insight on investing, and more great insight.

Full show notes and transcript at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

When it comes to retirement, it's all about preparation. In Australia, superannuation is a big part of the financial picture, and it pays off to know exactly how it works. On today's episode, Marc speaks with Vanessa Stoykov, a consumer finance expert, author and host of Nine's Secrets of the Money Masters.

💸 We get into how super works, the superannuation guarantee, perks and benefits of choosing the right super fund, and thinking about your investments in a balanced way.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

Investing in the share market can be a roller coaster of emotions, especially for those of us that are new investors.

On this episode, we break down the importance of discipline, and the many biases affecting our brains when it comes to investing and life in general. As we learn from the world of behavioural psychology, our decisions can be impacted by outside noise of all kinds.

Marc is joined on this episode by Ted Richards, a former Sydney Swan and current director of Business Development at Six Park. You can also hear Ted on his own investment-focussed podcast, The Richards Report.

We'll discuss five emotions to watch out for including, loss aversion, recency bias and of course the infamous FOMO… the fear of missing out.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

The Internet has forever changed the art world. On one hand, it's a great place to share your art, turn your creativity into a business and garner a loyal following. On the other hand, the internet can make it easy for your work to be copied, without you getting a cent.

From Etsy and Kickstarter to our favourite independent stores and meme accounts, the confusing world of copyright affects a whole lot of people and their finances.

So what is an artist to do? On this episode, we explore just that. We're joined by Nikita Margarita, the creative force behind the boutique jewellery studio Doodad and Fandango, and Sean Graham, a financial services lawyer experienced with intellectual property, trademark and copyright work. Join us as we explore the world of art theft from the perspectives of the artist, and of the law.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

Environmentalism is not just a trend, it's become an essential aspect of shaping the future of our planet. In a world full of single-use plastics, fast-fashion and growing landfills, it can be overwhelming to think about reducing our impact. The zero waste movement is taking these challenges head-on. Through making everyday decisions about what we choose to consume, and dispose of we can turn the future of our wonderful home planet around. On this episode of the Pocket Money podcast, we're joined by author, rocket-scientist and zero-waste expert Anita Vandyke. Her helpful tips on what it means to reduce your impact on the environment are as accessible as they are practical.

Full show notes at https://www.finder.com.au/podcast

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