Friends With Money
We all have questions about money; how to earn it, how to spend it, and the best ways to invest so we can watch it grow. The Friends With Money podcast, created by Money Magazine (Australia’s longest-running and most-read personal finance magazine), shares its extensive network of finance experts, in-depth knowledge of markets and timely advice to help you understand the world of money. Hosted by senior writer, Tom Watson, and editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, Friends With Money is a weekly chat with a variety of credentialed guests that you won’t want to miss. Listening and learning will help you on the path to financial freedom.
Episodes
In this episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, Vanessa Walker, managing editor of Money, interviews Paolo Sironi, a global research leader in banking and finance from the IBM Institute for Business Value, about the transformative impact of AI on the banking sector, its innovations, and the emerging trends of digitalisation, personalisation, communication, and platformisation.
They also delve into the risks associated with AI, s...
In this bonus episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with David Higgins, CTO at Eftsure, about the alarming rise in a scam known as ghost tapping.
Higgins explains what the new scam is, what to watch out for, and how to protect yourself.
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Volatility has been the major theme in investment markets during the first six months of 2025, but is that likely to continue?
On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Jonathan Shead, Australian head of investments at State Street Investment Management, to discuss the recent performance of equity and fixed income markets and take a look at the months ahead.
01:52 Volatility, macroecon...
Bitcoin has notched yet another record high, but can the bull market continue or will prices come back down to earth?On this bonus episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Charlie Sherry, head of finance at BTC Markets, to discuss the latest surge in the price of Bitcoin and the drivers behind it.
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Interested in the idea of investing regularly, but don’t have tons of cash to contribute? Micro-investing could be the solution.
This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Kylie Purcell, investments analyst at Finder, to run through the ins and outs of micro-investing.
They discuss:
- How micro-investing differs from traditional investing
- The major micro-investing apps and platforms ...
The RBA handed down a surprise cash rate decision on Tuesday, so why were rates held and what could be in store next month?
On this bonus episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Paul Bloxham, HSBC’s chief economist for Australia and New Zealand, to discuss the fallout from the RBA Monetary Policy Board’s July meeting.
...In this episode of the Friends with Money podcast, we explore the housing crisis in Australia and how renting out spare bedrooms could help provide more affordable housing.
Money's Ryan Johnson joins host Managing editor, Vanessa Walker, to discuss the housing shortfall in Australia. They talk about the factors contributing to the crisis, including lagging construction and policies that favour investors over first-time buyers. Ryan...
In this bonus episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, Michelle Baltazar, editor-in-chief of Money magazine, chats with Stephen Dover, chief market strategist at global fund manager Franklin Templeton, which manages more than $2.35 trillion in assets globally.
They explore the implications of the 'Big Beautiful Bill'—a significant tax bill aimed at reducing dependence on imports, boosting jobs, and fostering economic growth...
The age pension can be a crucial part of the financial mix in retirement, but many retirees aren’t unlocking its full potential.
On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Andrew Dinsdale-Scanlon from TelstraSuper Financial Planning to run through the financial strategies that could help Australians maximise their age pension entitlements.
00:00 Introduction
00:41 Overview on maxi...
Curious about the latest Consumer Price Index data and its impact on interest rates?
Join Money's Michelle Baltazar and Ivan Calhoun, chief economist at Creditor Watch, on our bonus Friends With Money podcast episode.
Get the latest on the recent CPI numbers and the upcoming RBA’s rate decision.
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In volatile markets, is there anywhere you can safely invest your hard-earned cash?
In this episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, Michelle Baltazar, editor-in-chief of Money Magazine, discusses the concept and benefits of Global Private Credit with Nehemiah Richardson, chief executive and managing director at Pengana Credit.
The discussion centers around why diversification, especially in financial uncertain times, is importan...
In this bonus episode of the Friends with Money Bonus Podcast, Vanessa Walker from Money Magazine interviews Jane McNamara of NBN about the upcoming accelerated speed plans starting in September.
Jane discusses how these changes will benefit the growing number of connected devices in Australian homes and offers advice on leveraging end-of-financial-year sales to upgrade plans or in-home equipment.
From finding unclaimed money to benefiting from financial advice, there’s plenty of upside to taking a curious approach to super.
On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Sarah Forman, chief retirement officer at Team Super, to discuss the benefits of taking an active interest in super (and how to get started).
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Three things every super member should know
...After a shock bid pushed Santos shares up 27%, podcast host Michelle Baltazar chats with investment expert Dale Gilham on why investors may be turning their sights on the appeal of Whitehaven Coal and Woodside shares.
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Money can really complicate relationships.
On this episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, hosted by Money's Vanessa Walker, writer Nicola Field discusses ways to have healthy financial relationships, even when things go wrong.
They explore how to maintain healthy financial relationships, the realities and statistics of marriage and divorce in Australia, and key factors like transparency, communication, and financial goals in re...
The 2024-25 financial year is almost over, which means tax time is just around the corner. So what can taxpayers do to prepare?
On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Mark Chapman, director of tax communications at H&R Block, to discuss key tax dates, contributions, deductions, documents and more.
00:00 Introduction
00:28 Key dates for the 2025 tax season
03:08 The taxpayers und...
In this bonus episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar talks with Janine Young, Ombudsman at Energy and Water Ombudsman New South Wales, about effective strategies to manage and reduce winter energy bills.
The discussion includes insights on recent energy price hikes, understanding market contracts, and tips for finding the best energy deals.
01:43 Understanding energy price increases
04:18 T...
Feeling stuck in your career and wondering if you should be earning more?
Are there steps you can take today to boost your future prospects?
This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with employment expert and author Roxanne Calder about how you can improve your salary and career opportunities.
- How to earn an extra million dollars
- Salary tips in your 20s, 30s and 40s
- Steps to a better ca...
On this episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, we delve into how the family home can play a critical role in retirement planning for older Australians
Money's Vanessa Walker chats with Telstra Super's Rebecca Cheevers and Sophie McRae about downsizing contributions, the impact of selling your home on pension entitlements, and strategies for couples where one partner is still working.
They also explore the benefits and drawbacks...
Market jitters got you worried?
Tune into the Friends With Money podcast as Money's Michelle Baltazar and Money magazine founder Paul Clitheroe unpack recession-proof investing strategies.
Discover how to safeguard your savings and investments, the power of diversification, and why a cool head can be your best asset.
Paul also shares his expert perspective on historical market cycles and actionable tips for weathering economic stor...
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