What does it mean to invest with purpose, and why is Gen Z leading the charge? In this episode, we explore how the next generation of investors is reshaping the financial landscape by prioritizing sustainability, ethics, and social impact alongside financial returns.

As AI continues to transform the way we live and work, the need for stronger, smarter security has never been greater. In this episode host Arabella explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, from advanced threat detection and automated defense systems to the emerging risks posed by AI-powered attacks.

What does the Federal Budget 2026-27 mean for your wallet, your business, and the broader economy? In this episode, we break down the key tax measures announced in the budget and explore their impact on individuals, families, investors, and business owners.

New hosts Andrew & Arabella sit down for a 1 on 1 discussing everything Gen Z faces in todays financial landscape.

About Scientiam

Scientiam provides a white-label solution for advice firms to engage thousands of clients who aren’t yet ready for full advice. Our platform helps address key challenges such as improving access to advice, facilitating intergenerational wealth transfer, and effective client segmentation.

Book a call — Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ to learn more.

Episode Description

In this episode of The Scientiam Show, we sit down with Bhanu Singh, CEO of Dimensional Fund Advisors Australia and Senior Investment Director. Bhanu shares his journey from studying accounting in the US, to unexpectedly landing at Dimensional, to eventually leading the firm in Australia and New Zealand.

We dive into what sets Dimensional apart— from its evidence-based investment philosophy to its culture of long-term thinking. Dr. Katherine Hunt (fresh from the surf!) also shares insights into Dimensional’s ethical commitment to avoiding commissions and resisting the pull of short-term trends. Bhanu reflects on the challenges and rewards of carrying this culture across a global business, highlighting why staying true to principles matters in an industry so often swayed by fads.

Whether you’re an investor, adviser, or simply curious about how one of theworld’s leading asset managers thinks, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

About the Hosts

Nigel Baker — Founder & CEO of ⁠Scientiam⁠, Chartered Accountant, and

CFP® with 20+ years in finance.

Dr. Katherine Hunt — Founder & Head Researcher at ⁠Ardentura⁠, finance academic, and former financial adviser. Connect with Katherine for your next event as a keynote speaker.

About Scientiam

Scientiam provides a white-label solution for advice firms to engage thousands of clients who aren’t yet ready for full advice. Our platform helps address key challenges such as improving access to advice, facilitating intergenerational wealth transfer, and effective client segmentation.

Book a call — Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ to learn more.

Are today’s investing trends truly unlocking greater transparency, personalisation, and outcomes for clients, and how can advisers harness them to deliver lasting value?

In this episode of The Scientiam Show, Nigel Baker and Dr. Katherine Hunt explore:

• Evidence-Based Investing (EBI): How decades of research and data-backed strategies are better than speculation - and why adoption remains limited.
• SMAs: The benefits, considerations, and evolving role they play in delivering personalised, transparent client experiences.

Sharing practical ways to combine evidence, ethics, and technology to keep investment strategies client-focused and future-ready. Whether you’re an adviser, wealth manager, or investor, this conversation will help you navigate these trends with clarity and confidence.

About the Hosts:

Nigel Baker — Founder & CEO of Scientiam, Chartered Accountant, and CFP® with 20+ years in finance.

Dr. Katherine Hunt — Founder & Head Researcher at Ardentura, finance academic, and former financial adviser.

Connect with Katherine for your next event as a keynote speaker.

About Scientiam
Scientiam provides a white-label solution for advice firms to engage thousands of clients who aren’t yet ready for full advice. Our platform helps address key challenges such as improving access to advice, facilitating intergenerational wealth transfer, and effective client segmentation.

📩 Book a call — Email us at [email protected] to learn more.

Sustainable investing is more than a trend — but what does it really mean?

In this episode of The Scientiam Show, we take a dive deep into the growing world of sustainable investing, from ESG screening to greenwashing scandals.

Nigel breaks down how to align your investments with your values, the challenges super funds face in ethical investing, and how evidence-based firms like Dimensional and Vanguard approach sustainability with integrity and rigour.

We’ll also explore:

• Why investor confidence has been shaken — and how to rebuild it

• How to avoid "greenwashed" funds

• Real-world ESG examples, metrics & carbon footprint insights

• The difference between exclusions vs reduced weightings in portfolios

  
  

  👉 Want to learn more? Visit the Scientiam website or reach out to Nigel directly at [email protected].

In this episode of The Scientiam Show, Nigel Baker sits down with Nick, a creative entrepreneur and founder of Journey Maker, a tech platform reshaping the travel experience through AI and authentic storytelling.

From designing record covers for global stars in London to launching startups in India and Silicon Valley, Nick shares his unconventional journey from advertising to founding a growing ecosystem of businesses across film, branding, and AI-powered travel tech.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• How AI is revolutionising personalised travel experiences

• The power of relentless creativity in entrepreneurship

• Why mass tourism is outdated—and how hyper-personalisation creates better travel

• Tips for validating and testing business ideas quickly with AI

• How AI isn’t replacing jobs—it’s elevating the quality of human work

🚀 Whether you’re a business owner, creative, or tech-curious traveller, this episode is full of insights on navigating change, building smarter, and embracing innovation.

🔗 Stay tuned as we explore how to use AI not just to scale — but to tell better stories, solve real-world problems, and make meaningful connections.

• Scientiam
• Journey Maker | AI Travel Planning That Feels Personal

HOST - Nigel Baker

PRODUCER - Andrew O'Brien

In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by psychologist and industry expert Dr Katherine Hunt to unpack the mindset barriers holding advisers back — and what it really takes to build the advice practices of the future.

They explore the difference between advisers stuck solving yesterday’s problems and those with a bold vision to help thousands. From aligning your goals with your values tochallenging the industry’s "100-client" mindset, this episode is a powerful call to think bigger.

🔍 Topics covered:

• Why mindset matters more than tech
• Aligning your business model with your values
• Scaling advice without losing the human touch
• How tech like Scientiam helps expand your reach
• Shifting from lifestyle practice to impact-driven firm

Whether you're an adviser, business owner, or just someone thinking about the future of financial advice — this one's for you.

In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by Dr Katherine Hunt to explore one of the most debated topics in the financial advice industry: the future of Statements of Advice (SOAs).

With looming legislative changes, increased scrutiny on compliance, and the rapid evolution of AI tools, how should advisers respond?

This episode dives into:

✅ AI and the automation of SOA workflows✅ Compliance in a post-reform world✅ Why advice quality starts with strategy, not documents✅ The role of tech in scaling meaningful client engagement✅ Practical opportunities for paraplanning firms and licensees

Packed with insights, strong opinions, and practical suggestions — this is a must-listen for forward-thinking financial professionals.

🎧 Listen now and transform the way you think about advice delivery.