
You had your best-laid plans and then COVID-19 came along and hammered the entire economy. But you’ve got this – if you have the right information. Join The Globe and Mail’s personal finance team, columnist Rob Carrick and editor Roma Luciw, as they guide you through one of the biggest stress tests your finances will ever face. If you’re between 20 and 40, this financial advice is for you.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 117 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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I’m not young by any stretch but somehow this one appeals to me a lot. Great insights in a simple way.
I have been listening for a little while now and I am really enjoying this podcast. I am glad it is speaking about personal finance from a Canadian persective. Thank you!
This podcast makes personal finance interesting and fun! Highly recommend!
The latest episode made me unsubscribe, nepo babies are the only ones who can buy houses in Canada… okay??? We’ve known this.
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The show focuses on practical personal finance in a Canadian context, with episodes that mix real-life stories and expert guidance to demystify housing, investing, retirement, and career decisions. Across recent installments, guests share firsthand experiences—from renters navigating affordability to DIY investors evaluating apps, and from legal and financial planning pros to policy-minded researchers—offering actionable steps and guardrails for listeners facing shifting markets and economic uncertainty. A standout element is the emphasis on relatable, human-scale narratives paired with professional insights, making complex topics feel accessible and locally relevant for people navigating money, housing, and work in Canada.
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