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.~~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.~~SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts...
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How to build your ETF portfolio: Simple strategies that work [4/5]
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell continue the ETF mini-series by helping you actually build your ETF portfolio. After learning what ETFs are, how they work, and how to research them, this episode focuses on decision-making—how to choose ETFs, structure your portfolio, and grow with confidence over time. They cover: - How to build a simple ETF portfolio from scratch - The role of asset allocation and diversification - Common beginner building blocks like A200 and global ETFs - How your portfolio evolves as you become more experienced If you like th...
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How to research ETFs: The ultimate beginner checklist [3/5]
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell continue the ETF mini-series by showing you how to research and compare ETFs like a pro. After learning what ETFs are and how they work in episodes one and two, this episode focuses on building trust and confidence when choosing between similar ETFs. They cover: – How to research ETFs using a simple checklist – The key documents you need (like the PDS) – How to compare performance, fees and fund size – Why similar ETFs can still be very different If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on ETFs, yo...
Federal Budget Q&A: What it means for your money, property & super
<p>What does the 2026 Federal Budget actually mean for your money once you cut through the noise? In this Australian Finance Podcast Q&A, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack the biggest proposed changes and explain what they could mean for everyday Australians, investors and retirees.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The episode walks through the headline issues people are asking about right now: proposed changes to the capital gains tax discount, new limits on negative gearing, what discretionary trust changes could mean for families and business owners, and why super may have become even more attractive if the proposed...
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How ETFs actually work: Capital growth, dividends & risk explained [2/5]
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell continue the ETF mini-series with a deeper dive into how ETFs actually work.</p> <p> After covering the basics in episode one, this episode focuses on building your confidence by explaining how you make money from ETFs, what’s happening behind the scenes, and how to think about risk. They cover: - How ETFs generate returns through capital growth and distributions - What’s inside an ETF and how index tracking works - The difference between passive and thematic investing - How to assess risk and choo...
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What is an ETF? Beginner guide to investing in ETFs [1/5]
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell kick off a 5-part ETF investing mini-series by breaking down what ETFs actually are and why they’ve become so popular. Over this series, you’ll learn how to research, compare and build your own ETF portfolio with confidence. In this first episode, we focus on the foundations and remove the intimidation around getting started. They cover:</p> <p> - What an ETF is (and what it’s not!) - What “exchange traded fund” actually means - Why ETFs have grown so quickly in Australia - The key be...
Christian Hull’s Hot-Mess Money Makeover: Where to Start
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell kicks off Episode 1 of the Christian Hull ‘Hot-Mess Money Makeover’ coaching series. With over six million followers, Christian Hull is no stranger to attention—but managing money behind the scenes is a different story.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode, they cover:</p> <p>- Christian’s current financial confidence and stress levels</p> <p>- How Christian’s business works and how he makes money</p> <p>- What his cash flow looks like right now</p> <p>- The money goals he wants to achieve</p> <p>- Wh...
Super vs property vs ETFs: What should you focus on?
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack more listener questions around investing strategy, superannuation, and navigating today’s economic environment. They cover: </p> <p>– How to split investments inside vs outside super</p> <p>– Whether you’re still eligible for first home buyer grants</p> <p>– How to think about investing during global uncertainty</p> <p>– Super vs ETFs vs property: where should you focus? </p> <p>If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode, you'll love our series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your...
Like design? Listen to this: Why AI makes human judgment more valuable, ft. Andrew Hogan
<p>AI can now generate prototypes, content and product ideas at speed — but Figma’s Andrew Hogan says the real edge is still human judgment.</p> <p>In this episode, Owen Rask chats with Andrew about what AI is changing inside teams, why design is becoming more valuable, and how leaders are using better tools to communicate ideas with more clarity. They explore why senior designers may be worth more than ever, how non-designers are increasingly doing design work, and why businesses are taking on bigger projects because AI expands what feels possible.</p> <p>If you want to understand wher...
Got $1 million overnight? What to do next
<p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell tackle real listener questions on navigating big financial decisions. </p> <p><br></p> <p>They cover:</p> <p>- What to do when you receive a $1m inheritance</p> <p>- How to think about rising insurance premiums in super</p> <p>- The reality of buying a home as a single person today</p> <p>- The key wealth trends shaping Australian households</p> <p><br></p> <p>If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode, you'll love our series. </p> <p>Don't forget to...
Why buying your first home feels impossible (and what to do instead) with Lucinda Hartley
<p>Discover why the traditional path to buying your first home no longer works, the trade-offs modern buyers must make, and how to rethink home ownership in today’s market.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lucinda Hartley, author of Finding Home, to unpack what’s really changed when it comes to buying your first home. They cover:</p> <p>– Why the traditional “rulebook” no longer applies</p> <p>– How first home buyers need to rethink what “home” means</p> <p>– The key trade-offs you must understand before buying</p> <p>– Ho...
