Share

money money money
848b long-term investing, pay off the mortgage vs invest, fun buckets and life seasons + more
Glen sits down with financial advisers Dawn Thomas and Michelle Flanagan for a candid chat about careers, women in leadership, money habits + some quickfire investing questions.
๐๐พ Michelle's instrumental role in Glen's career
๐๐ฟ Michelle's path into financial advice and entering a male dominated industry
๐๐ป Dawnโs path into financial advice
๐ leadership styles
๐๐ผ what do Glen, Michelle and Dawn do with their money?
๐๐ฝ what makes a successful investor?
๐๐พ invest inside or outside of super and why?
๐๐ฟ invest or pay down the mortgage?
๐๐ป what's your definition of success and have you achieved it?
๐ whatโs one line that should be on your tombstone?
๐๐ผ what's been your best investment to date?
๐๐ฝ Dawn and Michelle's parting tips about making sure your super is set up correctly & the value of advice
Learn how to be a better investor with 'The Quick-Start Guide to Investing' book: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/store
money money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.
Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au
Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au
We hate email spam so we donโt create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.
To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.
Any advice is general financial advice only which 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. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
More episodes
View all episodes

917b wwgd: Kate is a 41yo nurse earning six figures but living week-to-week
51:27||Season 9In today's episode Glen sits down with Kate from Brisbane. She earns a decent income as a cosmetic injectables nurse but has maxed out 2 credit cards and just can't seem to get ahead. Kate wants to know: am I past the point of no return? They unpack:๐๐ผKate's goal to get out of consumer debt and save a home deposit๐๐ฝ her income, work and lifestyle๐๐พ cashflow, consumer debt situation & why a budget hasn't stuck๐ super, assets and protection plan๐๐ฟ living situation๐๐ผ Kate's past & a recent ADHD diagnosis๐๐ป Glen's take on Kate's situationmoney money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
917 how to ask for more money & land your dream job (careers & income Q&A with Emily Bowen)
01:02:53||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/Glen is joined by Emily Bowen, HR consultant, Operations Manager at Boldside and host of this is work for a full community Q&A on careers, pay and all things workplace. They touch on:๐๐ผ Kayla asked how to negotiate a pay rise when you feel you are being unpaid๐๐ฝ Francis asked what to put in a cover letter when you donโt tick all criteria๐๐พ Chelsea asked how to stand out in an AI-driven recruitment world๐๐ฟ Kate said, I work in HR and I'm always putting out fires. How can I break this reactive loop?๐๐ป how to negotiate more pay without seeming ungrateful๐ what can you do if you're on an award or in a Government role?Download the Unofficial Income Guide ebook: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/unofficial-income-guideIf you lead a team, check out Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/Check out this is work with Shell and Emily wherever you get your podcasts.money money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
916b Mitch has 3 properties & no borrowing power, what to focus on next? (clarity call with John Pidgeon)
53:28||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/In this clarity call, John Pidgeon host of this is property chats with Mitch who is feeling stuck and unsure on how to move his property portfolio forward. They unpack:๐๐ผ Mitchโs roadblock๐๐ฝ his businesses๐๐ฟ long term lifestyle, property and business goals๐ cashflow and expense management๐๐ป the lending reality as a new business owner๐๐พ clarifying focus & building income first, then investing๐๐ผ Mitch's property portfolio๐๐ฟ John's 4 pillars of wealth creation๐ action stepsInterested in a clarity call with John? Book here: https://www.solverewealth.com.au/clarity-call-with-john-pidgeon/money money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
916 disputing your bank, property & starting a family, gen Z at work & career pivot in your 50s
48:44||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/In this episode Glen James, John Pidgeon and Rachelle Kroon answer your questions about:๐๐ผ challenging your bank over lost bonus interest๐๐ฝ property analysis paralysis: single woman, 1-bed apartment & IVF plans๐๐พ ur community discussion: are you planning to retire early?๐๐ฟ gen z jargon at work - I want to sound more professional!๐๐ป considering a career change in your 50s & AI's impact on careersmoney money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
915b wwgd: 25yo doctor has $400k in ETFs but...
51:00||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/Connor is a 25yo junior doctor renting for $145 a week and somehow has $400,000 invested in shares. But when he asks Glen James about buying his first home, optimising his portfolio and figuring out when "enough is enough," Glen's take isn't quite what he expected.๐๐ผ Connor's situation: 25yo junior doctor, single, training towards anesthetics๐๐ฝ income, savings rate & spending system๐๐พ cash, HELP debt & super (First Home Super Saver Scheme)๐๐ฟ living situation & housing plans๐๐ป the $400k share portfolio: VAS, VGS & Pearler๐ specialty training, moving around & the housing timing problem๐๐ผ what would Glen do?๐๐ฝ the non-deductible debt problem๐๐พ investment property vs buying to live in vs keep renting๐๐ฟ the two-ETF๐๐ป should Connor gear?money money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
economic update: fuel prices, oil, interest rates & inflation (with Brian Parker, Chief Economist at ART)
01:15:33||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/This economic update with Brian Parker, Chief Economist at ART was recorded on 10 April, 2026.This episode is brought to you by Australian Retirement Trust. They're the super fund helping over 2.4 million Aussies awaken their super, because you could be sitting on a big blue monster. Consider the PDS and TMD before deciding. Learn more at art.com.au.money money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
915 the unofficial income guide: what mmm listeners actually earn
37:41||Season 9Learn to invest with our award-winning investing book, The Quick-Start Guide to Investing: https://www.investingbook.com.au/Earlier in the year, we surveyed our community about their incomesโฆ and today, weโre finally revealing the results. Some of the numbers might surprise you (or mess with your head a little)! Glen is joined by Emily Bowen, General Manager at Boldside to unpack the data and 7 ways to increase your income. Download the Unofficial Income Guide here:https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/unofficial-income-guideThey touch on:๐๐ผ what sparked the survey๐๐ฝ age, location and industry breakdown๐๐ฟ income & work satisfaction snapshot๐ work arrangement breakdown๐๐ป you don't need a degree to earn big!๐๐พ what drives people at work?๐๐ผ career breaks, impact and desire for flexibility๐๐ฝ what does $200k+ actually look like?๐๐ฟ part time doesn't mean low income๐ 7 ways to increase your incomemoney money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
the 10 questions with Frances Cook
10:35||Season 9In this episode, Frances Cook host of the Making Cents podcast joins Glen to answer some quickfire money questions!๐๐พ what makes a successful investor?๐๐ฟ invest in Kiwi Saver or not and why?๐๐ป extra money into mortgage or invest?๐ what do you think is the biggest barrier to people investing?๐๐ผ do you have to be smart to be good with money?๐๐ฝ how do you define success and have you achieved it?๐๐ผ how do you know when you've financially made it?๐๐พ one line on your tombstone, what would it be?๐๐ผ if you had a spare $10,000 what would you do with it?๐ what's been your best investment to date?๐๐ป what are you currently reading, watching or listening to?๐๐ผ what's one book you would recommend to become a better investor?The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James & Nick Bradley: https://www.investingbook.com.au/Your Money, Your Future by Frances Cook: https://amzn.to/4caYaGvmoney money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.
914b wwgd: 3 properties, young kids, working part-time & what next?
55:49||Season 9Learn how to be a better investor with 'The Quick-Start Guide to Investing' book: https://www.investingbook.com.au/Three properties, two young kids, both working part-time. Sophia* joins Glen to unpack whether selling an investment property, reducing debt and rethinking their strategy could set them up better long term or if theyโre at risk of overcomplicating a strong position.๐๐ผ Sophia's situation: 3 properties, young family, part-time setup๐๐ฝ spending, savings & cashflow gap๐๐พ insurance, super & financial foundations๐๐ฟ property portfolio & assets๐๐ป lifestyle goals๐ their desire to โsemi-retireโ๐๐ผ Glenโs take on the situation and what he would domoney money money is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auApply to be a guest! https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/apply-to-come-on-the-show๐ก Join our Facebook community: https://bit.ly/m3fbgroupWatch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@m3.podcastCheck out all our show resources: https://www.moneypodcast.com.au/mmmshownotesThis content is for education and entertainment purposes only and is intended for Australian residents. It is not a substitute for professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice provided is general financial advice only, which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.You should consider whether the advice is appropriate for your circumstances before acting on it. If you choose to buy a financial product, read the relevant product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD), and seek personal advice from a licensed adviser. We may discuss products, services or listener questions within our content for illustration and entertainment purposes. It is impossible to provide personal advice in this format, as we donโt know your individual financial situation. We may also change the names of questioners for privacy. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies. Guest opinions are theirs and their respective licence holders. SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd and Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd, which holds Australian Financial Services Licence 451289. Please read our Financial Services Guide at moneypodcast.com.au.