Australian Finance Podcast

The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms.

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New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast.

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SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/

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DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.

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1
Zero-fee super: Scam or smart? ETF crash myths ...
In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell dig into your money questions. This week we look at how to spot risks inside your super fund, what’s reasonable to expect from a financial adviser, how to think about market crashes without panicking, and what happens if you can no longer use your FHSS funds.
40 min
2
Emma Edwards’ 5 Rules for Spending Right in 2026
In this short and snappy Wednesday bonus episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by financial behaviour expert and author Emma Edwards to share five practical tips to help you spend less — without feeling deprived.
17 min
3
David Gardner, 6 traits to beat the market, rul...
Discover how David Gardner (The Motley Fool) beats the market, the six traits of rule-breaker stocks, why “lose to win” works, and how to hold for decades.
80 min
4
Maximising Annual Leave, AI Holiday Hacks and 2...
Get money-smart this Christmas with Gemma & Lexi! Discover holiday budgeting hacks, saving tips, and family finance ideas to start 2026 strong.
27 min
5
5 thematic ETFs I'm watching like a hawk
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, get 5 thematic ASX ETFs to boost your long-term portfolio potential
18 min
6
How to retire on $3,000 per week - the property...
Learn how to retire on $3,000 per week. Property expert Ben Kingsley shares proven strategies from his new book, The Property Playbook.
54 min
7
Qiao Ma: finding killer companies, surviving th...
Qiao Ma, Portfolio Manager of the Munro Partners Global Small and Mid Cap Fund, joins Owen Rask on The Australian Investors Podcast
51 min
8
Your money reset, part 2: Super, property, and ...
If you’re ready to take your financial reset to the next level, this bite-sized episode walks you through the final six steps.
17 min
9
Australian unicorns: $1 billion startups you've...
Discover how Australia became a top hub for unicorn startups, the lean path to billion-dollar businesses, and why discipline, not dollars, is our secret edge.
42 min
10
Owen is writing a book! $250k in redraw, super ...
Worried it’s too late to invest? Wondering how Super is taxed over $3 million? Or trying to make sense of salary sacrifice fees and first job offers? This week’s Q&A covers it all.
35 min
11
No caps, no LMI, no waitlist — the new 5% depos...
Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask unpack the government’s newly expanded 5% Deposit Scheme — what it means for first home buyers, who’s eligible, and how it can help you get into the property market sooner.
21 min
12
6 US stocks + 1 ETF we L-O-V-E right now ft Hug...
Explore 6 top US stocks and 1 ETF with Owen Rask and Hugh Dive from Betashares — how they make money, grow, and power portfolios in 2025.
38 min
13
HELP debt changes, company shares & first home ...
20% HELP debt reduction, new superannuation rules, salary sacrificing for company shares — this week’s Q&A is packed with hot topics and practical money tips.
35 min
14
Your Money Reset: How to Boost Net Worth, Self ...
In this bonus episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell kicks off a two-part mini-series based on her new book, The Money Reset
17 min
15
Pocket money, compounding, and investing for ki...
45 min
16
Emergency funds, defensive assets & when to pay...
In this Friday episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell are back for your weekly Q&A.
49 min
17
Festive Season on a Budget: 10 Money-Saving Hacks
On this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast your host Gemma is joined by Tahli, to share 5 tips each to survive Christmas spending.
15 min
18
Forget everyone else: goal-setting your way
In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast dig into one of the biggest game-changers for your finances – setting clear goals.
32 min
19
ETFs vs Mortgage: Where’s Your Money Best Spent...
In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Rask Adviser James Phelan to tackle your questions
26 min
20
How I built a $4.5m business, with Phil Thompson
Discover Phil Thompson’s journey to building a thriving insurance-only advice firm, growing Skye Wealth into a $4.3m business with over 55 staff.
52 min
21
No Pay Rise? No Problem (Sort Of)!
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lexi Smith from MoneyVine to unpack a little-known work perk that’s actually worth it
25 min
22
Lessons from Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and W...
From franking credits to ETF fees and investing legends like Buffett, Munger and Lynch — we answer your top investing questions in this Q&A.
42 min
23
Life insurance in Australia: What cover do you ...
Discover what life insurance cover you really need. In this episode, we explore personal insurance and how to protect your financial future.
37 min
24
Financial planning tips from a pro: What you ne...
Discover the 5 key financial truths that could change how you manage your money in your 30s. From emergency funds to tax structuring, this is financial planning made real.
45 min
25
Q&A: Salary sacrifice, first home super, and wh...
Super pensions, kids’ investments & whether credit cards can actually help – we’re answering your burning questions.
25 min