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Friends With Money

Money Magazine
Superannuation
Financial Planning
Financial Advice
Retirement Planning
Investing
Financial Independence
Investment Strategies
Bitcoin
Estate Planning
Insurance
Australia
Retirement Savings
Interest Rates
Personal Finance
Financial Literacy
Cryptocurrency
Inflation
Solar Energy
Investment Fees
Tariffs

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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

Federal Budget 2026: CGT discount ends, negative gearing tightens & new tax offsets explained

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Romance Scams: ACCC Deputy Chair Catriona Lowe on Red Flags, AI Risks & How to Protect Yourself | Friends With Money

Romance scams are evolving fast, and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission wants Australians to recognise the warning s... more

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Should You Switch to an EV? Fuel shortages, charging costs & best electric cars in Australia

The war in Iran and resulting oil shortages are driving petrol and diesel supply anxiety in Australia, while more EVs from Asia, better home charging option... more

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Family Trusts Explained (Australia): Tax Flexibility, Asset Protection & Who They’re For | Friends With Money

This week on The Friends With Money podcast, Money Magazine’s Ryan Johnson speaks with licensed Australian financial adviser and author Hel... more

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Catriona Lowe
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Deputy Chair
ACCC
Episode: Love, lies, and money
Matt Campbell
Money's contributing motoring editor
Money Magazine Australia
Episode: Fuel crisis: Is it time to buy an EV?
Nick Bruining
Financial advisor at Netplan
Netplan
Episode: One year out from retirement
Alex Jamieson
Founder and Principal from Jamieson Private Wealth
Jamieson Private Wealth
Episode: Defence shares rally
Ryan Johnson
Journalist
Episode: Kmart chaos: The rise of third-party sellers
Joseph Daoud
Mortgage broker, founder of It's Simple Finance
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Episode: How debt recycling can make you money
David Sharpe
CFP, chair of the FAAA and practicing financial advisor
FAAA
Episode: From $100k to 10M: Your windfall game plan!
Alan Kirkland
ASIC Commissioner
Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Episode: Super switching: Are you being misled?
Simon James
Partner at HLB Mann Judd Sydney
HLB Mann Judd
Episode: IPOs to watch in 2026

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Great podcast but needs less ahs

    Tom constant use of ah is unpleasant to listen to. Needs some interview training.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JB93#
    Australia10 months ago
  • Good info

    Thanks Michelle & guests for your podcasts. Really liked the Boomer to Zoomer trading secrets recently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NarelleHooper
    Australiaa year ago
  • Retirement

    This topic was a very low level information session. So many broad statements made which offer little to no effective retirement strategies.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gorgeous Boo
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great

    Great bite-sized pod with super practical financial advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @chrisveraa
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great content!

    Really enjoying the friends with money podcast. Excellent relevant information. It’s helping me on my journey to become financially educated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esthair
    Australia3 years ago

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Some feedback requests improved audio quality and less interruption during interviews.
Listeners appreciate practical, easy‑to‑implement money tips.
Audiences note strong, credible guest lineups and clear host guidance on complex topics.

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#45
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#108
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#220
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#234
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Fuel crisis: Is it time to buy an EV?
Q: What has changed to make more Australians consider an EV now?
Several factors converge: government emissions schemes pushing manufacturers to offer EVs, a broader and more affordable model lineup, improved battery ranges, and a perception that running costs are lower when paired with home solar and smarter charging.
Love, lies, and money
Q: AI, has that accelerated the risk of scammers seeming real, and how might AI shape romance scams of the future?
AI is likely to intensify the sophistication of scams, enabling more realistic imagery and profiles, while regulators and investigators also use AI to process information and disrupt schemes.
Love, lies, and money
Q: Is this mainly an online problem, or does it involve real-life elements as well?
Scams often begin online through dating apps or sites and then move to encrypted messaging; the online-to-offline transition is a key pattern that includes moves to other channels and various payment requests.
Love, lies, and money
Q: All right, now I'm going to go back to a question about that a little bit later. But for now, how much money do Australians lose to romance scams each year?
They are one of the scam types that cause the highest financial loss, with reported figures through ScamWatch showing substantial losses each year, including figures like over $28.6 million in a recent period.
Family trusts
Q: When should someone consider setting up a family trust?
Typically when there is a significant amount of money and a need to spread income or capital among beneficiaries to optimize tax and protection, especially with varying family members' incomes.

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A practical money show that centers on personal finance, investing, and staying savvy amid shifting markets. Episodes frequently feature regulatory insights, windfall planning, home buying, and retirement options, with guest experts ranging from financial advisors and regulators to economists and bankers. The hosts mix approachable, action‑oriented guidance with real‑world examples, helping listeners balance debt, superannuation, and investments while considering family and life stage impacts. A standout attribute is the strong Australian focus, accessibility for non‑experts, and a steady stream of actionable tips tied to current market conditions and policy changes.

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Recent guests on Friends With Money include:

1. Catriona Lowe
2. Matt Campbell
3. Nick Bruining
4. Alex Jamieson
5. Ryan Johnson
6. Joseph Daoud
7. David Sharpe
8. Alan Kirkland

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