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Thrift

RNZ
Cost Of Living Crisis
Budgeting
New Zealand
Sustainability
Gardening
Consumer Behavior
Food Waste
Community Gardening
Energy Efficiency
Meal Planning
Christchurch
Homemade Cleaning Products
Rental Properties
Dunedin
Student Life
Christmas
Frugal Living
Pacifica Community
Op Shopping
Vegetable Gardening

Thrift is an upbeat podcast that offers wise ways to beat the cost of living crisis and get the best from your money

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Latest Episodes

How do you take your first steps on the investment ladder? About a million New Zealanders now have a DIY share investing account. Katy Gosset meets some of them.

Guests:

Cam Scott, Share Trading App Investor

Rachel Pratt, Share Trading App Invest... more

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How are you dealing with the rise in fuel prices? Whether its jumping on a bike or choosing public transport, more people are trying to ditch their cars. Katy Gosset talks to a transportation engineer about different and thrifty ways to get around. more

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Ready or not, here it comes. Forget your investment portfolios, what are the budget basics you need for a comfy retirement? Katy Gosset looks at what you need to tick off before you knock off.

Guests: Tracey OÇallaghan, Retirement Coach,

Madelei... more

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We love our pets, but they can be pricey. There's nothing like a flea infestation or a sudden surgery to throw out your weekly budget. Katy Gosset gets a vet's view on keeping pet costs down without compromising your animal's health.

Guest: Elora Sa... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Edmunds
RNZ money correspondent
RNZ
Episode: Investing with Share Trading Apps
Glen Koorey
Christchurch Transportation Engineer
Christchurch City (via Via Strada)
Episode: Getting Frugal With Fuel
Tracey O'Çallaghan
Retirement coach
Private practice/retirement coaching
Episode: Ready for Retirement?
Madeleine Burdon
Newish retiree and downsizer
Self (retiree)
Episode: Ready for Retirement?
Elora Saha
Christchurch veterinarian
At the Vets, Christchurch
Episode: Pruning Petcare Costs
Scarlet Bennett
Brand new homeowner, recently moved to Ototahi
Episode: Buying a Home With Friends
Claudia Gray
Brand new homeowner, recently moved to Ototahi
Episode: Buying a Home With Friends
Linda Smith
Financial mentor
Christchurch Methodist Mission
Episode: Splurge and Save
Lisa Willert
Owner and operator of Everybody's Butchery in Addington Christchurch
Everybody's Butchery
Episode: Making Ends Meat

Host

Katy Gosset
Host of Thrift, RNZ affiliate, with extensive experience curating budget-focused conversations and thrifty living tips.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Absolute gem!

    Such an easy listen, episodes full of knowledge and practical wisdom. I really enjoy how it is delivered, with engaging interviews. I eagerly wait for another episode to drop.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Tahni Johnston
    Australiaa year ago

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Easy listen with lots of actionable budget hacks.
Engaging interviews with practical wisdom and money-saving tips.
High-quality guests and relatable stories about thrifty living.

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Getting Frugal With Fuel
Q: So what's the plan?
The plan is to start with an assessment of current transport patterns, then experiment with a gentle switch to cycling or public transport a day or two per week, and finally consider longer-term changes like home location shifts or job changes if feasible.
The $20 Challenge
Q: Did we manage to stay strong?
Despite good intentions, all participants eventually broke their budget in some way, reflecting the challenges of changing spending habits.
The $20 Challenge
Q: How does it fit in with what we learned about last time, all those tricky little triggers that make us spend?
The episode explores that spending triggers are often emotional and linked to our identity.
Why We Spend
Q: What is present bias and how does it affect spending?
Present bias refers to the tendency to prefer immediate rewards over larger, delayed ones, which often results in impulsive spending decisions.
Why We Spend
Q: What are some emotional triggers that lead to unnecessary spending?
Emotional triggers such as stress, mood, or a desire to impress others often lead people to make unnecessary purchases.

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What is Thrift about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical, budget-minded living in a cost-of-living era, with a strong emphasis on frugality, thrifting, secondhand style, and smart financial habits. Across episodes, guests share real-life strategies for saving money, planning meals on a budget, and navigating big life decisions (like home ownership or travel) without sacrificing enjoyment. A recurring thread is community and resourcefulness—whether through rental-friendly decor tips, group cooking, or crowd-sourced budgeting ideas—often featuring experts, students, small-business owners, and everyday savers. Notably, the format blends personal stories with actionable tips, making complex money topics approachable for a broad audience seeking tangible savings and smar... more

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Thrift launched 2 years ago and published 47 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 Thrift include:

1. Susan Edmunds
2. Glen Koorey
3. Tracey O'Çallaghan
4. Madeleine Burdon
5. Elora Saha
6. Scarlet Bennett
7. Claudia Gray
8. Linda Smith

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