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The Money Puzzle

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Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.

Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.

Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.

Submit your questions at themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au.

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How many years can a bull market last? What will it take to dampen investor sentiment in the year ahead, and what should you, the active investor, be doing?

Will Hamilton of Hamilton Wealth Partners joins Associate Editor-Wealth, James Kirby in thi... more

Property prices are tipped to rise by 5 per cent in 2026 : But where will investors really make their money?In our property investment outlook show for the year ahead, we identify the property sector that is ready to rebound...and we pinpoint the bes... more

The ASX can return 10 per cent again in 2026...or maybe even more, says star stockpicker Jun Bei Liu...but what to buy? In this second part of our 2026 investment outlook, she outlines very clearly the red-hot sectors offering the top stock picks and... more

It looks like the sharemarket will once again be the place to make money in 2026, especially on Wall Street. But it's not going to be a smooth ride: In the first weeks of the year, the US has unleashed a wave of foreign interventions - and President ... more

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Recent Guests

Lionel Lee
International investment operator and financial educator
InvestUnite
Episode: Summer series: FIRE - Financial Independence, Retire Early - Could you do it?
Terry Ryder
Founder of Hotspotting, a property advisory service
Hotspotting
Episode: The no 1 formula for locating property investment success
Alan Kirkland
ASIC commissioner with oversight on consumer affairs
ASIC
Episode: Do I really need that much? The problem with superannuation calculators
Sam Price
Buyer's advocate based in Brisbane with over 15 years of experience in property management and buying throughout southeast Queensland.
Templeton
Episode: The Olympic-sized property opportunity
Matthew Cassidy
Top financial advisor in Australia and part of Partners Wealth Group
Partners Wealth Group
Episode: Special Edition - Australia's Top Financial Adviser tells all
Anissa Cavallo
Property expert focused on helping Australians build wealth through property investment.
EDA Property Group
Episode: Lending limits return as a risk in a red-hot residential market
Cameron Kusher
Independent consultant at Kusher Consulting, formerly with CoreLogic
Kusher Consulting
Episode: Nowhere to move: The hidden driver of rising house prices
Max Shifman
CEO of Intrapac, a developer active across Australia
Intrapac
Episode: Why house prices will keep going higher... even without further rate cuts
Josh Chiat
Mining stock writer and correspondent for Stockhead
Stockhead
Episode: The Critical Minerals boom - how to play it?

Host

James Kirby
Host of The Money Puzzle, bringing expertise in finance and wealth management discussions, and engaging with various industry experts.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • It’s just OK

    TLDR: Another Murdoch Empire stooge editorialising on right wing politics… I think I’m going to call time on the Money Puzzle. It’s much less entertaining since he split with Alan Kohler and has turned into a bit of a James Kirby waffle-fest. He brings on guests but often interrupts them to answers his own questions, goes off on tangents and waffling editorials and takes guesses at answering questions without knowing the answers. It’s still OK, just not great. If you’re pretty right wing and onl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Tig42
    Australia6 months ago
  • What happened

    I’ve listened to the money puzzle for years and its a shame the quality of content and guests is worsening over the years. You’ve lost a listener. It’s quite obvious the right wing bias of the Australian is getting to Kirby and co. Obvious sour grapes for this organisation that does not reflect the Aussie voter.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    smith171717
    Australia6 months ago
  • Too many adverts

    Really undermines the impartiality and credibility of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SimonAlfref
    Australiaa year ago
  • Millennials need space

    So true about millennials moving to get access to houses or homes with space. Raising kids in a unit designed for investors is hard work. Loved this episode, an actuate picture of what’s happening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nina joyjoy
    Australiaa year ago
  • Shameless promotion of property speculation!

    No, private property investors are not essential! Whoever thought speculation on a basic need such as housing was ok is beyond the pale. Housing should be provided by governments and not for private mum-and-dad investors who expect to profit off the backs of the less fortunate. Shame on you for promoting property investment! Stick to shares and stocks which doesn’t directly hurt people by driving up property prices and making housing unaffordable!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    devia8
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the format and variety of expert guests, finding the content informative and relevant to current financial markets.
Some express frustration with perceived political biases and feel that discussions at times favor wealthier perspectives over broader financial inclusivity.
A significant number of reviews highlight the educational value of the content, particularly for those navigating the complexities of investing and property markets.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#26
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Apple Podcasts
#217
Australia/Top Podcasts
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#5
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#10
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Apple Podcasts
#71
Russia/Business/Investing
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#83
Indonesia/Business/Investing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Summer series: Investing Secrets from $1.5bn Fund Manager Jun Bei Liu
Q: What do you believe is the best approach for someone looking to improve their investment skills?
Find a company you understand and have confidence in; avoid hot tips as they often lead to purchasing at inflated prices.
Summer series: Investing Secrets from $1.5bn Fund Manager Jun Bei Liu
Q: Is there something that you look towards to try and work out that behavioral piece?
You need to start investing without a preconceived idea; many investors make mistakes by only looking for evidence that supports their view.
Summer series: Investing Secrets from $1.5bn Fund Manager Jun Bei Liu
Q: Can you remember your very first investment? What it might have been and how old you were when you made your first investment all on your own?
My first investment was in Woolworths because I worked there and knew the company well.
Summer series: FIRE - Financial Independence, Retire Early - Could you do it?
Q: What strategies can individuals use when setbacks occur in their FIRE journey?
Individuals should adapt their goals, increase their earnings, and maintain a long-term perspective despite market fluctuations.
Summer series: FIRE - Financial Independence, Retire Early - Could you do it?
Q: How does superannuation affect the pursuit of FIRE in Australia?
Superannuation acts as a forced savings mechanism, which can be beneficial but may also dilute the need to actively save and invest outside of it.

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Focus on practical financial strategies aimed at empowering listeners to make informed investment decisions. Episodes cover a variety of topics, including superannuation, property investment, mortgage rates, and critical minerals, delivered through conversations with industry experts. Notably, there is an emphasis on understanding the complexities of the financial landscape in Australia, making it relevant for listeners interested in wealth management and financial literacy. The dual-episode format each week also provides timely insights into current market trends and investment opportunities, making it valuable for both novice and experienced investors.

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1. The Money Café with Alan Kohler
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3. The Rules of Investing
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The Money Puzzle launched 9 years ago and published 589 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Money Puzzle include:

1. Lionel Lee
2. Terry Ryder
3. Alan Kirkland
4. Sam Price
5. Matthew Cassidy
6. Anissa Cavallo
7. Cameron Kusher
8. Max Shifman

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