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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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.
1
Last-minute Christmas gifts under $50 that peop...
Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask share practical, affordable and thoughtful last-minute Christmas gift ideas under fifty dollars.
20 min
2
What if Vanguard goes bust? Last Q&A of 2025
Get clear answers on mortgages, investing and ETF risk. Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack fixed vs variable rates, money in relationships, geared ETFs and what happens if providers fail.
55 min
3
5 Ways They Get You – with Chris Kohler
Chris Kohler joins the Australian Finance Podcast to expose the hidden tricks businesses use to take your money and how to fight back.
44 min
4
The million-dollar formula: Small moves, big im...
Today, your host Gemma is joined by Roxanne Calder — recruitment expert and author of the new book Earning Power.
35 min
5
10 money hacks to level up your life in 2024 [T...
Kate Campbell & Mitchell Sneddon share 10 different money hacks to help you maximise your finances in 2024
34 min
6
How (& why) insurance works: real-life claims w...
What really happens when you make an insurance claim? Phil Thompson from Skye Wealth explains how the claims process works, shares real-life case studies, and reveals how to get the most from your cover.
37 min
7
How Owen Rask & Alex Luck *actually* invest [Ad...
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask answers your questions with Everest Wealth Group founder and financial adviser, Alex Luck.
43 min
8
Super, saving like a boomer and exit-rentvestin...
Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell dive into your questions on saving, investing, brokers, kids’ money and planning your next big property move.
42 min
9
Invest your first $1,000 with these 5 steps
In this short Wednesday bonus episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell walks you through a simple, practical roadmap for investing your first $1,000. No jargon, no complicated charts, just clear steps you can actually follow.
13 min
10
Can You Go a Year Without Shopping? Emma Edward...
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Emma Edwards — financial behaviour expert, founder of The Broke Generation, and now two-time author.
43 min
11
Super, parental leave pitfalls and teaching tee...
In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask unpack your questions on investing, super, HECS and even a Christmas dilemma.
47 min
12
Making sense of retirement: Super & retirement ...
Gemma and Tahli unpack what retirement really looks like in Australia, the biggest misconceptions, and introduce Rask's Retirement Academy.
41 min
13
Do this now for a great 2026
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent of Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Gemma Mitchell from Rask discuss how to make 2026 your best financial year yet.
23 min
14
BGBL v GGBL, Gearing 101, and debt inside Super
Discover how ETF gearing works, when it helps (or hurts), and whether it's the right tool to accelerate your wealth creation over time.
43 min
15
Property or shares: Which wins? Mid-life super ...
In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack your questions on super, property and how to juggle big money decisions at different life stages.
32 min
16
5 ways to research an ETF like a pro
How do you research an ETF from scratch? Owen Rask reveals his exact steps to follow.
26 min
17
AI career disruption, vibe coding & investment ...
Discover how Pearler CTO Hayden Smith navigates money, mindset, investing, and career disruption in the age of AI — with practical takeaways you can apply today.
51 min
18
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
19
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
20
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
21
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
22
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
23
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
24
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
25
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