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Season finale: How to be as happy as Larry Emdur
32:17|In our season one finale, we welcome Australian TV legend and now author Larry Emdur. Best known as the host of Seven's The Morning Show and The Chase Australia, Larry opens up about his television career, growing a property portfolio from a young age, and the lasting legacy of The Price Is Right. His new memoir Happy As: Stories of Summer, Childhood and the Magic of... is available now from all good bookstores.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Larry Emdur, TV legendAnchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media
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Should we be tipping more in Australia?
21:31|With so many people returning to overseas travel, we thought we'd take a look at tipping - why it's so important in some countries and should we be doing in more here in Australia.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Gary Mortimer, Professor of Marketing and Consumer Behaviour, QUT Business SchoolGuest: David Woiwod, 7NEWS US correspondent Anchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media9.1. Tightarse Tuesday: getting the most out of your rewards points
17:55||Season 1, Ep. 9.1This week, we're not strictly talking about money, but rewards points come sometimes be just as good, so it's worth making sure you're getting the most out of them. We speak to Steve Hui. better known as The Points Whisperer from iFLYflat. A note that due to a technical error in the recording process, the audio in this episode is less than optimal and we apologise.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Steve Hui. iFLYflat Anchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West MediaInformation contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.8.1. Tightarse Tuesday: making the most of your superannuation
19:30||Season 1, Ep. 8.1In Episode 8, we got a clearer picture of what's happening with the financial markets affecting our superannuation. In this Tightarse Tuesday episode, how to make sure you're not paying more in fees and insurance than you need to, in order to maximise your final return.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Chris Brycki - Founder & CEO, StockspotAnchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West MediaInformation contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.8. What's happening with your superannuation?
27:12||Season 1, Ep. 8With so much volatility in the financial markets recently, it's easy for people to panic about their superannuation investments, and start looking at moving things around for more stability. So we spoke to some experts to give us the lowdown on what's really happening and whether it really is time to hit the panic button.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy and Economics and Chief Economist - AMP CapitalGuest: Camille Schmidt, PhD - Market Insights Manager - SuperRatingsAnchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media7.1. Tightarse Tuesday: things you can and can't claim on tax
07:53||Season 1, Ep. 7.1After speaking with ATO Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh in Episode 7, we wanted to delve more into the things you can and cannot claim in your tax return this year.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Elinor Kasapidis, CPA Australia tax expertAnchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West MediaInformation contained in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account individual circumstances. Consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other professional advice to check how information from this episode relates to your unique circumstances.7. Your ultimate 2022 tax guide
13:12||Season 1, Ep. 7It's tax time again, which means furiously trawling through handbags and the third drawer down for receipts, and working out if you need a tax agent or if you can wing it on the ATO website. No need to panic! We've got you covered, with advice from ATO Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh.Gemma Acton is the Network Finance Editor for 7NEWS, filing stories on money and the economy. Gemma has more than 18 years' experience in the finance sector, working for companies such as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, as well as a correspondent for CNBC. She regularly appears on 7NEWS bulletins across Australia, Sunrise, The Morning Show and The Latest.Host: Gemma ActonGuest: Tim Loh; ATO Assistant CommissionerAnchor/Producer: Damien HaffendenA 7NEWS Podcasts production for Seven West Media