Australian Finance Podcast

Rask
Australian Finance Podcast

The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen & Kate 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 2022, 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/australian-finance-podcast/ ~~ 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.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    How to get out of debt in 2025 (strategies & resources) [Part 5 of 12]

    How do I get out of debt? Join us for Part 5 of 12 in our summer series, which is all about understanding, managing... and getting out of - debt! On this Australian Finance Podcast, Rask's Head of Advice Gemma Mitchell and Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask dive into part 5 of 12 of our 2025 summer series on financial foundations. In our summer series episodes for 2025, you will find: 20-25 minutes of essential finance concepts An explainer of where to get help and who to work with A link to Gemma & Owen's full PDF workbook 5-minute rapid overview of 1 Betashares ETF, our summer series show partner (always read the PDS & TMD before investing in any ETF) Today's topic is debt and cashflow management. PDF workbook Get help from Rask View the Betashares funds This podcast is sponsored by Betashares, official sponsor of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2025 and supporter of our Summer Series. Show your support for Betashares by checking out their range of funds and ETFs: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-services All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #debtfree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Salary, passive income & boosting income [Part 4 of 12]

    On this Australian Finance Podcast, Rask's Head of Advice Gemma Mitchell and Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask dive into part 4 of 12 of our 2025 summer series on financial foundations. In our summer series episodes for 2025, you will find: 20-25 minutes of essential finance concepts An explainer of where to get help and who to work with A link to Gemma & Owen's full PDF workbook 5-minute rapid overview of 1 Betashares ETF, our summer series show partner (always read the PDS & TMD before investing in any ETF) Today's topic is about boosting your salary and getting more income. PDF workbook Get help from Rask View the Betashares funds This podcast is sponsored by Betashares, official sponsor of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2025 and supporter of our Summer Series. Show your support for Betashares by checking out their range of funds and ETFs: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-services All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #career Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  3. JAN 9

    How to budget like a pro in 2025 [Part 3 of 12]

    Want to budget like a pro in 2025? This expert podcast explains how to budget like a pro, with financial adviser Gemma Mitchell. On this Australian Finance Podcast, Rask's Head of Advice Gemma Mitchell and Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask dive into part 3 of 12 of our 2025 summer series on financial foundations. In our summer series episodes for 2025, you will find: 20-25 minutes of essential finance concepts An explainer of where to get help and who to work with A link to Gemma & Owen's full PDF workbook 5-minute rapid overview of 1 Betashares ETF, our summer series show partner (always read the PDS & TMD before investing in any ETF) Today's topic is about budgeting and making the most of your money in 2025. PDF workbook Get help from Rask View the Betashares funds This podcast is sponsored by Betashares, official sponsor of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2025 and supporter of our Summer Series. Show your support for Betashares by checking out their range of funds and ETFs: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-services All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #budgeting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  4. JAN 6

    Behavioural finance 101: Your money mindset [Part 2 of 12]

    On this Australian Finance Podcast, Rask's Head of Advice Gemma Mitchell and Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask dive into part 2 of 12 of our 2025 summer series on financial foundations. In our summer series episodes for 2025, you will find: 20-25 minutes of essential finance concepts An explainer of where to get help and who to work with A link to Gemma & Owen's full PDF workbook 5-minute rapid overview of 1 Betashares ETF, our summer series show partner (always read the PDS & TMD before investing in any ETF) Today's topic is knowing your money and investing mindset, and how to get started. PDF workbook Get help from Rask View the Betashares funds This podcast is sponsored by Betashares, official sponsor of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2025 and supporter of our Summer Series. Show your support for Betashares by checking out their range of funds and ETFs: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-services All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  5. JAN 2

    Part 1 of 12: Knowing your values, setting goals and where to get financial help

    On this Australian Finance Podcast, Rask's Head of Advice Gemma Mitchell and Chief Investment Officer OwenRask dive into part 1 of 12 of our 2025 summer series on financial foundations. In our summer series episodes for 2025, you will find: 20-25 minutes of essential finance concepts An explainer of where to get help and who to work with A link to Gemma & Owen's full PDF workbook 5-minute rapid overview of 1 Betashares ETF, our summer series show partner (always read the PDS & TMD before investing in any ETF) Today's topic is goal setting, knowing your values and where to get help. PDF workbook: https://www.rask.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rask-2025-foundational-workbook-Dec25-V1.0.pdf-2.pdf Get help from Rask: https://bit.ly/R-services View the Betashares funds: https://bit.ly/beta-25 This podcast is sponsored by Betashares, official sponsor of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2025 and supporter of our Summer Series. Show your support for Betashares by checking out their range of funds and ETFs: https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-services All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  6. 12/30/2024

    How to set financial goals like a pro, with financial adviser Gemma Mitchell

    Financial adviser Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask explain how to set (and smash!) 2025 financial goals on this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast. Note: this episode is not part of our Summer Series (it starts this Friday) but you can jump ahead of the curve and get our financial goal-setting workbook (PDF) for free by clicking here: https://www.rask.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rask-2025-foundational-workbook-Dec25-V1.0.pdf-2.pdf Goal topics covered: A bit about Gemma Common financial goals and how to achieve them Gemma's pro tip Owen's pro tip Why goals fail Gemma's 5-step process for goal setting Owen & Gemma's top goal for 2025 ~~ Partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min
  7. 12/27/2024

    2024 wrap: Pearler & Rask year in review

    Go behind the scene at Pearler & Rask, with Owen Rask and Pearler co-founders Nick Nicolaides and Hayden Smith, as we recap 2024 together. Topics covered: Pearler's core focus areas - mistakes, successes and new horizons Rask's audience in 2024 Why Rask did our rebrand and how we did it How much money Pearler manages on its platform Future of finance technology & Rask's educational focus Video version: https://youtu.be/yhV6U9uC9MY ~~ Partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  8. 12/23/2024

    Inside Qantas' Chairman's Lounge, power abuse and what happens in Canberra

    Joe Aston, author of The Chairman's Lounge and prolific financial journalist, joins Owen Rask to dive into corporate ethics, the role of journalists and Qantas' control over the business elite, on this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast. Get Joe's book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/Chairmans-Lounge-inside-story-Qantas/dp/1761429760 Audible: https://www.amazon.com.au/Chairmans-Lounge-Inside-Story-Qantas/dp/B0D9WJYSGJ Topics covered: 1:30 - How Joe keeps companies accountable 8:45 - Harvey Norman red flags 15:30 - Joe Aston's research process 23:00 - Joe Aston on Qantas story 26:46 - What is the Chairmans Lounge? 32:30 - Virgin & Qatar coming for Qantas? 36:20 - Finding sources in journalism 38:00 - Bias in journalism 46:15 - Power abuse in business 50:45 - Youth is wasted on the young ~~ Partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith ~~ Rask Resources ~~ All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

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The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen & Kate 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 2022, 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/australian-finance-podcast/ ~~ 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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