How Do They Afford That?

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

October 7, 2025 33 mins

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...

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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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September 23, 2025 23 mins

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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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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September 2, 2025 22 mins

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, for most of us. 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 Th...

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August 26, 2025 21 mins

Plenty of us have inconsistent incomes - freelancers, casual employees, commission-based workers and more. So how then do you save money (for holidays, for investing, for emergencies)? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at how to save on an inconsistent income, and a budgeting method that can change everything.

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August 19, 2025 24 mins

There are things lurking in your budget right now that are either costing you money, or causing you unnecessary angst. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they put together a list of five silent budget killers: the hidden costs or surprise expenses that can derail your finances if you're not careful.

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August 12, 2025 23 mins

Money is such an important issue in a relationship, and communication is key. But what are some of the financial red flags to watch out for? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at the financial red flags in a relationship, from a minor mismatch in attitudes to money, through to the very serious problems of financial abuse and coe...

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August 5, 2025 22 mins

Starting a side hustle? It can be a great way to bring in some extra cash - and if you do it right, could turn into a long-term money spinner. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through four things to keep in mind when setting up a side hustle.

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Cash is nowhere near as popular as it once was. But before you go completely cashless, there are a few benefits to still embracing notes and coins. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at the benefits and risks of going cashless, and why cash envelopes can still work as a budgeting system.

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July 22, 2025 21 mins

Terrible at budgeting? Been investing since you were a kid? Can't stop yourself spending your savings? Chances are those money habits formed a long, long time ago. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at how we develop our feelings and habits about money - and how we make sure the habits we're shaping in the next generation are good ones.

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If you've got multiple debts, it might be tempting just to roll them all into one. But it's not a quick fix. You need to know the risks, how it works, and what it says about your attitude to money and debt. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at debt consolidation as a strategy for getting on top of multiple debts.

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Budget in need of a tune-up? Or yet to set one up, and not sure where to start? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through Canna's own guide to budgeting and taking control of your money.

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July 1, 2025 23 mins

There's no shortage of social media influencers out there, sharing their financial advice. But what separates these finfluencers from the experts who actually know their stuff? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at the world of financial influencers, including how to spot dodgy advice, and where to find quality information from profe...

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Overwhelmed by the options in private health insurance? Sick of hitting a wall of jargon and exclusions? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they demystify the world of private health insurance, with the assistance of someone who answers these questions every day: Jason Jones, who manages the member contact centre at HBF.

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If you're feeling overwhelmed by money, you're not alone. After work and family and general life admin, there's not a lot of time (or capacity!) to get your finances in order. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at way to deal with the mental load of money, and to prioritise the things that'll actually make a difference to your financ...

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June 10, 2025 22 mins

Sometimes it's the little things that can have the biggest impact on our money. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they identify three financial secret weapons: simple changes that could make a massive impact to your financial future.

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We all have financial and life goals, but deciding what to do tackle first is tough. Do we try to pay down the mortgage? Build up emergency money? Start investing? Add to super? There’s only so much money, so we need to make some decisions about our life goals. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they talk to Lucy Winship, Head of Ventures at ...

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Property prices keep rising, and if you’re not already on the property ladder, it might feel like it’s just getting further and further out of reach. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they put together 10 ideas to help you get on the property ladder, including a look at the grants and support available for new homebuyers.

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