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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Your money questions answered: HECS, insurance ...
Got questions about HECS debt, capital gains tax, managed funds, life insurance premiums or the proposed $3 million super tax? Owen and Alex Luck from Everest Wealth Group explain what Aussies need to know.
50 min
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FHSS - How to use the Super Saver Scheme (expla...
The FHSS First Home Super Saver Scheme is a great way to save for your first home. But it's complicated.
43 min
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How to optimise your tax & investments before J...
Get your investments and taxes in shape before June 30. Learn what counts as income, how capital gains tax works, and smart strategies to optimise deductions and stay on the ATO’s good side.
49 min
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Budget-friendly sustainability: Saving the plan...
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lottie Dalziel – sustainability expert, founder of Banish, and author of 365+ Ways to Save the Planet, and your money at the same time.
43 min
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Tax free super, buying gold and investing your ...
In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions- covering investing in Gold, super, paying a lot of tax and much more!
34 min
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Is the property market in a bubble in 2025?
Discover whether Australia’s property market is in a bubble in 2025 as Owen Rask breaks down key economic trends, including immigration, supply shortages, and interest rate pressures.
18 min
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Family trusts: smart strategy or overrated?
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell is joined by award-winning financial adviser Deline Jacovides, founder of Mazi Wealth.
48 min
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Saving, Schooling and Setting Kids Up for Life
In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast are back to dive into a big topic – raising financially confident, and competent kids.
40 min
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Inside ATEC: tech investing on the ASX
Discover the ATEC ETF from BetaShares, featuring 40 of the fastest-growing Australian tech companies, including Xero, Pro Medicus, and NextDC.
6 min
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How to review and rebuild life insurance with S...
Learn how to review your life insurance policies, understand the different types of cover, and avoid common traps when setting up insurance through superannuation or privately.
35 min
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Owen is losing sleep & $27 Million fines- Q&A
In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions
40 min
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4 dividend shares to add to your watchlist
Learn how dividend investing works, what to look for in a quality dividend stock, and discover four Aussie income-paying shares (including one ETF) to add to your watchlist.
18 min
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Plan a wedding without blowing the budget
Planning a wedding without blowing the budget? Yes, it’s possible.
50 min
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Money Moves for Your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s & 60s
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by the newest member of the Rask Advice team – financial adviser Tahli Cavagnino.
53 min
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3 budgeting strategies that actually work
Learn how to build a realistic, sustainable budget using three popular strategies, including the 50/30/20 rule, a free budgeting spreadsheet, and the PocketSmith app.
12 min
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Stop worrying about money- with Jacqui Clarke
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell sits down with Jacqui Clarke, author of Stop Worrying About Money, to talk about how you too can stop worrying about money, start living, and prepare for a secure financial future.
43 min
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I’ve got $500k to invest, tax on shares and re...
In this episode of the Australian FInance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions!
47 min
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10 financial planning questions answered (for e...
Alex Luck from Everest Wealth answers 10 of the most important money questions — from investing and super to family budgeting and debt recycling — to help you build long-term wealth with confidence.
59 min
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Freelance or Fraud - Is this the ultimate self ...
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Zara McGuffie from The Australian Business Podcast to tackle a question on many Australians’ minds: how do you bring in more income?
42 min
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Weekly Q&A- your questions answered
In this episode of the Australian FInance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions!
35 min
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SHORT: A step-by-step guide to buying property ...
In this short episode, Owen shares a practical and step-by-step guide to buying your first property in 2025. From mortgage brokers to deposit tips and super strategies, here’s how to get your dream home the smart way.
12 min
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Bitcoin, crypto ETFs and getting off zero
Cameron Gleeson from BetaShares joins us to explore bitcoin and crypto ETFs, the rise of digital assets, and how these ETFs are helping Australians invest safely and simply in the crypto economy.
27 min
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Rare Pokémon cards and kids investment accounts...
In this episode, Owen and Gemma answer your questions and cover lots of areas: cashflow, investing, debt and how Owen’s nostalgia collection of Pokémon cards has been a pretty good investment.
47 min
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Bonus: 5 Steps to sort your cashflow
In this bonus episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma’s flying solo and tackling budgets – in under 10 minutes.
9 min
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Financial Fallout: What Happens When Your Healt...
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell chats with Wade – a former financial adviser whose life changed overnight.
44 min