How Do They Afford That?
How Do They Afford That: the podcast that peeks into the financial lives of everyday Australians. Every week Canna Campbell - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson share the simple hacks, habits and ideas that can make your money work harder for you. New episode every Wednesday!
Episodes
Had a festive season budget blowout? Don't worry, this episode is here to help. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they put together a money bounce-back for anyone feeling a financial hangover in the new year.
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It’s that time of year when we’re looking to start fresh. New year’s resolutions, a new approach to fitness, to work, to relationships… and most importantly - to money. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they make a list of six financial goals for 2026
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The FIRE movement has changed - and we've got your comprehensive guide to it here. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at why FIRE is now more about Financial Independence, and less about Retiring Early.
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The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financia...
At a very expensive time of year, this one is all about making some savings. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the art of the downgrade - trimmin gyour subscriptions, memberships and even brands, without feeling like you're missing out.
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We’ve all made money mistakes. Missed bills, bad investments, impulse buys - but most of us keep quiet about them. Today, we’re asking: why? Why do we hide our money mistakes, and what happens when we start talking about them? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they share their own money mistakes, and the lessons they learnt.
...If money stresses you out, today’s episode is for you. There might be an easy way to take the anxiety out of money, just by automating a lot of things - the fewer decisions you have to make, the less money stress you carry. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at set and forget finances: five ways to remove anxiety from money dec...
We talk a lot about side hustles - because who doesn't want to earn a little cash? But this episode is about the side hustles to avoid - either because they’re very hard to make money from, or because they’re outright scams. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at side hustle pitfalls, and answer a question from listener Ho...
It's very easy to slip into a scarcity mindset - there's not enough money to go around. But changing your outlook to one of abundance can have a very real impact on your money. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson look at why an abundance mentality can make a big difference, and how to make the change.
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Black Friday has replaced the Boxing Day sales as the biggest sales event on the retail calendar. But it still pays to shop smart. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson go through ten ways to save big this Black Friday.
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How much super should you have at any given age if you want to have a comfortable retirement? Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson take a look at average super balances, and Canna explains why she feels they've got limited value - and could actually be dangerous.
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Nobody seems to know what's going to happen to interest rates - are there more cuts to come? Will they stay at this level? Or is the next move a hike? So if you've got a mortgage, or are looking to get a home loan - should you be considering fixing the interest rate on part of your loan? Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson are joined in the studio by A...
If you were lucky enough to get a tax refund, there's a HUGE temptation to rush out and spend it - after all, it feels a bit like free money. But there are some great ways to use it that'll give you much better bang for your buck. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson go through five smart ideas for using your tax refund.
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Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I should be further ahead by now?” Maybe you’re not where you thought you’d be with savings, investments, or owning a home. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson tackle the comparison trap - and why feeling behind on money milestones can actually hold you back.
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Struggling to get the grocery bill down? We've got you covered. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson go through 10 supermarket tricks to slash $100 off your weekly bill.
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The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any informati...
Listener Zoe asked whether she should buy an electric vehicle to save on fuel, or whether the initial spend and ongoing expenses would outweigh the financial benefits. Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson are joined in the studio by motoring journalist and car expert Trent Nikolic for a look at whether an EV will save you money - and the best ones to bu...
So many people say “I’ll start investing one day… when I’ve got more money, or more time, or when the market’s calmer.” But the truth is, you can probably start today. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at four ways to start investing immediately.
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Can ChatGPT really help manage your budget? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they put AI through its paces to see whether it can help a household manage its money.
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The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any infor...
We’ve talked a lot about the importance of getting good financial advice - preferably from a professional advisor, if you’re able. Today goes in the opposite direction. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through four pieces of advice you can safely ignore.
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"Take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves." Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through contributions from listeners, sharing the money tips they learnt from older generations.
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The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial...
We all know we should haggle, and push for a better deal when buying a new TV, a new car, or any other big purchase. But for many of us it’s easier said than done. Whether it’s a confidence thing, or just not knowing where to start - haggling is hard. But it’s so worthwhile. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they take a...
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