How Do They Afford That?

What’s your true hourly wage? 14.07.2026 21min

Most people think they know what they earn. Salary. Hourly rate. Take-home pay. But that’s not the full picture. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the idea of the 'true hourly wage,' and how it changes the way you think about work, money and the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why your budget isn’t working (and how to fix it) 07.07.2026 22min

This isn't an episode about how to make a budget. Most households already have some form of a budget in place. This is about how to fix one that's not working. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through the common problems with budgets, and how to fix them.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Financial Year, New You: 6 goals for the rest of 2026 30.06.2026 25min

It’s a new financial year. Fresh start. Clean slate. And while most people think about resetting in January… July is actually a pretty good financial checkpoint. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they set out six goals to help you finish 2026 in a stronger position than you started it.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 5 year test: Where you and your money will be 23.06.2026 22min

If nothing changed with your money in five years, where would you be? If you made small changes to your money… where would you be? And if you made some BIG changes… where would you be in five years? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they take the five year test.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial avoidance: the cost of putting it off 16.06.2026 23min

Everyone has something they’re avoiding financially. Super. Insurance. Investing. A credit card statement. Even just opening the banking app. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they tackle financial avoidance, with a cheat sheet on how to get started on the most commonly delayed projects.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property investing for passive income 09.06.2026 22min

The conversation around property investing in Australia has changed. With changes to negative gearing underway, where does property fit into a wealth creation plan? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore property investing with a focus on generating passive income, rather than tax benefits.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you lease an EV? 02.06.2026 20min

There's been a real spike in EV ownership lately, and not just because of the soaring cost of petrol and diesel. There are also some significant tax incentives - and while the federal government is planning to wind these back over the next few years, for now they're still in place. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at the costs and benefits of using a novated lease for a new electric vehicle.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are you actually working for? 26.05.2026 19min

We spend a lot of time talking about saving, investing, building wealth, but it’s worth stopping and asking… what are we actually working for? More money? More freedom? More security? Something else entirely? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they take a closer look at what drives us financially, and how it can change your approach to saving, spending and investing.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to entertain well - without overspending 19.05.2026 26min

Entertaining can get expensive very quickly. Food, drinks, presentation - it all adds up. So today, how do you entertain well, without overspending? Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson are joined in the studio by Roger Bond from Dan Murphy's for a masterclass in choosing great wine at affordable prices, before Canna shares her top three tips for entertaining on a budget.Dan Murphy's is a supporter of this podcast.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The $100-a-week experiment 12.05.2026 20min

What happens if you change your finances by just $100 a week? Saving it. Investing it. Cutting it. Redirecting it. It doesn’t sound like much — but it adds up quickly. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the $100-a-week experiment.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you making money too complicated? 05.05.2026 22min

You start with good intentions - a new budget, or a goal to save more - and before you know it you're drowning in new accounts, apps and budgeting systems. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at whether we're making money too complicated - and how to simplify your finances.Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The truth about financial luck 28.04.2026 20min

Why do some people seem to get ahead easily, while others feel like they’re constantly on the back foot? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at the role of financial luck... and just how to turn yours around.This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you lost your job tomorrow, would you be okay? 21.04.2026 20min

If you lost your job tomorrow, how long could you comfortably last? A week? A month? Six months? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they walk through a guide to financial resilience - not fear, just preparation.This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s your money personality - and is it costing you? 14.04.2026 24min

Most people aren’t bad with money. They just approach it in a certain way. And once you understand how you approach money, things start to make sense. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through five main money personalities, and how they can impact your financial future.This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 ways to cut the cost of living 07.04.2026 25min

Cost of living is the big challenge for everyone right now. From interest rates to just filling up the car - it’s tough. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through five ways to save on the cost of living. This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The $10,000 question: What would you do? 31.03.2026 21min

If someone handed you $10,000 tomorrow — no strings attached — what would you do with it? Pay debt? Invest it? Blow it on a holiday? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore what that answer says about you — and what you probably should do. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The middle-class money trap 24.03.2026 19min

You earn decent money. You’re doing okay. But somehow you don’t feel ahead. You’re not struggling — but you’re not building real freedom either. What’s going on? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the middle-class money trap. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dream holiday, sensible budget 17.03.2026 21min

How do you have your dream holiday without a financial hangover to match? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at preparing for a holiday you'll truly enjoy - without any financial regret whatsoever. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An investor’s secret weapon explained 10.03.2026 20min

We’re talking about an investor’s secret weapon: debt recycling. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through the nuts and bolts of debt recycling: borrowing against a property in order to invest.  --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sceptic's guide to Manifesting March 03.03.2026 26min

It's March, which means it's time to manifest some money. At least that's the theory. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as Canna takes a slightly sceptical Michael Through 10 steps towards manifesting money. --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.