Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

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  How Women Can Land Better Jobs and Negotiate Higher Pay 30.09.2026 14min

  Performance coach and professional brand strategist Erica Pearson shares actionable career advice for women seeking more senior, better-paying roles. She explains how to clarify your goals, strengthen your professional brand, use LinkedIn and networking strategically, position yourself effectively in interviews, address career gaps and imposter syndrome, and negotiate compensation with greater confidence. Find out more at ericapearson.com and connect on LinkedIn and YouTube.
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  Can AI Manage Your Money? Perplexity, Plaid and the Future of Financial Advice 30.09.2026 13min

  Could artificial intelligence soon help you budget, pay down debt and plan for retirement? Wealth management consultant Preet Banerjee examines Perplexity AI’s integration with the financial data network Plaid, separating today’s hype from its long-term potential. He and Bruce discuss data access, privacy, the limits of automated financial planning and why the future of personal finance may combine AI-powered analysis with advice validated by a qualified human professional. Connect on Instagram and X
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  How to Split Rent and Expenses Fairly With Roommates 30.09.2026 14min

  Sharing a home can make housing more affordable—but unclear expectations can quickly create financial and personal conflict. Personal finance expert Lesley-Anne Scorgie explains the money conversations roommates should have before signing a lease, including how to divide rent, utilities and shared purchases; distinguish household needs from wants; track expenses; protect credit; and build a fair arrangement that reflects each person’s space, income and responsibilities. Find out more at mevest.ca and connect on Instagram and X.
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  Home Maintenance Tips That Protect Your Property Value 30.09.2026 10min

  Outdoor design and lifestyle expert Carson Arthur joins Bruce Sellery to explain how smart exterior maintenance can protect your home, improve curb appeal and help preserve its resale value. Carson shares practical advice on setting a landscaping budget, choosing improvements with broad buyer appeal, managing drainage, inspecting mature trees, deciding when to call an arborist or contractor and documenting maintenance for future buyers and insurance claims. Connect with Carson on Instagram.
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  Protect Your Home’s Value, Manage Roommate Finances and Advance Your Career 29.09.2026 1u

  From protecting your home’s value to earning more at work, host Bruce Sellery explores practical ways to strengthen your finances at every stage of life. Outdoor design expert Carson Arthur shares budget-friendly home maintenance strategies, including curb appeal, drainage and tree care; personal finance expert Lesley-Anne Scorgie explains how roommates can divide expenses, set expectations and avoid money conflicts; wealth management consultant Preet Banerjee examines the promise and risks of Perplexity AI’s integration with Plaid; and performance coach Erica Pearson offers advice to help women land senior roles, navigate career changes and negotiate higher pay. To find out more about the guests check out: Carson Arthur: Instagram Lesley-Anne Scorgie: mevest.ca | Instagram | X Preet Banerjee: Instagram | X Erica Pearson: ericapearson.com | LinkedIn | YouTube Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  LinkedIn “Time Travel”: Should You Rewrite Your Past Jobs for the AI Era? 23.09.2026 14min

  Job seekers are going back to old LinkedIn roles and rewriting them with today’s most desirable skills and buzzwords—but where is the line between a smart update and revisionist history? Stanford University researcher Gideon Moore joins Bruce Sellery to explain LinkedIn “time travel,” including why workers add terms such as AI, GPT and LLM to past job descriptions, remove language that has fallen out of favour and close employment gaps. They also explore the ethical questions and what this growing practice means for candidates, recruiters and researchersand Find out more at gideonmoore.com and connect on X, LinkedIn and BlueSky.
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  Managing Debt After Separation: How to Protect Your Credit and Cash Flow 23.09.2026 11min

  Separation can turn shared bills and joint accounts into an overwhelming individual burden. Senior financial planner Sabiha Mukadam joins Bruce Sellery with practical strategies for managing debt after a separation, from categorizing immediate and long-term obligations to closing unused joint credit, documenting balances and protecting your credit score. She also explains how to assess whether you can afford to keep the family home, adjust to a single-income budget and recognize when it is time to seek professional help. Find out more at scfplanning.com and connect on Instagram.
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  Doom Spending: Why Canadians Shop When the Future Feels Uncertain 23.09.2026 11min

  Why do we spend money to feel better when the news is stressful and finances are already tight? NerdWallet Canada lead writer Clay Jarvis joins Bruce Sellery to unpack “doom spending,” an emotional spending habit reported by two-thirds of Canadians surveyed. They explore the small purchases people use for comfort, how social media and easy online shopping trigger spending, and practical ways to recognize those patterns, find healthier outlets and focus on the financial choices within your control. Find out more at nerdwallet.com/ca and connect on Instagram.
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  The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Every Buyer Should Budget For 23.09.2026 11min

  Buying a home costs far more than the number on the listing. Personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq joins Bruce Sellery to explain the hidden costs of homeownership, including closing fees, land transfer taxes, insurance, maintenance, renovations and unexpected utility bills. She also shares practical advice on getting multiple quotes, separating needs from wants, using a home equity line of credit responsibly and building an emergency fund that can handle the realities of owning a home. Find out more at rubinaahmedhaq.com and connect on Instagram.
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  Hidden Homeownership Costs, Doom Spending and Managing Debt After Separation 22.09.2026 57min

  What does it really cost to own a home—and how can you protect your finances when life gets stressful or uncertain? On this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery speaks with personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq about the hidden costs of homeownership, from closing fees and renovations to insurance, maintenance and emergency savings. NerdWallet Canada’s Clay Jarvis explains why two-thirds of Canadians surveyed admit to “doom spending” and offers practical ways to curb emotional purchases. Senior financial planner Sabiha Mukadam shares strategies for managing joint debt, cash flow and major financial decisions after a separation, while Stanford researcher Gideon Moore explores “time travelling” on LinkedIn—why job seekers rewrite old roles with new buzzwords such as AI and what it means for employers. To find out more about the guests check out: Rubina Ahmed-Haq: rubinaahmedhaq.com | Instagram Clay Jarvis: nerdwallet.com/ca | Instagram Sabiha Mukadam: scfplanning.com | Instagram Gideon Moore: gideonmoore.com | X | LinkedIn | BlueSky Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Investing Without Overthinking It: How Canadians Actually Build Wealth 28.07.2026 57min

  In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery cuts through the noise to prove that smart investing doesn't have to be complicated. Wealth manager Geoff Saab, author of Low Risk Rules: A Wealth Preservation Manifesto, explains the counterintuitive "low-risk anomaly" and why entrepreneurs and everyday investors should watch fees and liquidity instead of chasing hedge funds and private equity. Financial planner Mark McGrath, co-author of Wealthier: The Investing Field Guide for Canadian Millennials, argues that low-cost ETFs and a "stoic" investor mindset have essentially solved investing, and shares how to find affordable, fee-only advice. Wealthsimple's David Mak breaks down how stock lending can turn your portfolio into a passive income stream, and legendary Globe and Mail columnist Rob Carrick delivers the biggest money lessons from his 30-year career, from buying the dips to why the stock market is no place for money you'll need in the next five years. A practical, jargon-free guide to building long-term wealth in Canada. To find out more about the guests check out: Geoff Saab: Substack | X Mark McGrath: pwlcapital.com | Book | X | LinkedIn David Mak: wealthsimple.com | X | Instagram | Facebook Rob Carrick: robcarrick.ca | Substack | LinkedIn | X Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Life's Big Transitions & Your Money: Retirement Planning, Career Pivots & End-of-Life Care 21.07.2026 57min

  Life is full of transitions from starting a career to retirement, and everything in between and each one has a financial dimension. In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery explores how to navigate life's biggest changes with money in mind. Owen Winkelmolen, founder and CEO of the Adviice retirement-planning platform, explains how affordable, AI-powered tools are making detailed financial and decumulation planning accessible to everyone. Career strategist Janel Abrahami shares a practical framework for knowing when it's time for a career pivot, the six moves anyone can make, and how to use an "energy resume" and a personal board of advisors to find your next step. End-of-life doula Michelle Leray demystifies the role of a death doula and its surprising connection to estate planning, while University of Toronto professor Michelle Pannor-Silver, author of Aging with Agility, reveals why your body is a resource worth investing in and how physical health and financial health go hand in hand. A thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about preparing for change at every stage of life. To find out more about the guests check out: Owen Winkelmolen: adviice.ca Janel Abrahami:  janelabrahami.com | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Spirited Guided Path: Facebook | Instagram Death Doulas of Manitoba: Facebook | Instagram Michelle Pannor-Silver: michellepannorsilver.com Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Money Conversations That Actually Matter: Talking to Your Family About Finances 14.07.2026 1u 4min

  In this best of episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery digs into the money conversations we avoid most, starting with the taboo "Bank of Mom and Dad." The Purse founder Lindsey Stanberry unpacks the "boomer lifestyle subsidy" and the myth of the self-made success story, while RBC's Lucianna Adragna shares new poll findings on why parents hesitate to talk to their kids about money, and simple, everyday ways to build financial confidence at home. Portfolio manager Dan Bartolotti of PWL Capital offers a practical approach to helping family members without jeopardizing your own retirement, and certified financial therapist Erika Wasserman introduces her "MONEY" method for turning tense money talks into productive ones. Finally, author Jane Blaufus shares the sudden loss that inspired With the Stroke of a Pen and explains how "courageous conversations" and a clear plan can protect the people you love. Honest, practical, and full of heart, this is your guide to making money talk a normal part of family life. To find out more about the guests check out: Lindsey Stanberry: thepurse.con | Instagram Lucianna Adragna: X | Facebook | Instagram Erika Wasserman: yourfinancialtherapist.com | Instagram Jane Blaufus: janeblaufus.com | Facebook | LinkedIn Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  The Psychology of Money (Why We Do What We Do) 07.07.2026 1u 2min

  In this Best Of episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery explores the powerful connection between money and mental health. ADHD coach Leanne Gawley explains why budgeting feels different for neurodivergent brains and shares practical tips for managing impulse spending, time blindness, and financial overwhelm. Deloitte psychologist and behavioural scientist Michelle Hilscher reveals how scammers weaponize psychology, using urgency, FOMO, and false intimacy, and how to protect yourself and loved ones. Licensed insolvency trustee Rob Kilner discusses how debt load affects sleep, relationships, and overall well-being, and why simply talking about it is the first step toward relief. Mental well-being advocate Olga Morawczynski, co-founder of Heal3, puts a real dollar figure on burnout and the cost of ignoring your mental health. Finally, financial educator and author Kelly Keehn shares insights from her book Save Yourself, explaining how your money identity, and even AI tools, can help you take control of your financial future. Brought to you in part by Credit Canada. To find out more about the guests check out: Leanne Gawley: leannegawley.ca | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Michelle Hilscher: LinkedIn Rob Kilner: X | Facebook | Instagram Olga Morawcynski: heal-3.com | LinkedIn | LinkedIn(Olga) Kelley Keehn: kelleykeehn.com | Instagram | Facebook | Save Yourself Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Money Mistakes We All Make (and How to Fix Them) } Full Episode 30.06.2026 57min

  In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery digs into the money mistakes we all make and how to overcome them. Certified financial planner Hanna Horvath unpacks "friction maxxing," the trend of intentionally making spending harder (and saving easier) to curb impulse purchases. Financial coach Alana Abramsky of Broad Money walks through seven popular budgeting methods, the traditional and zero-based budgets, 50-30-20, goals-based, pay-yourself-first, spending caps, and the envelope system, and how to find the approach that actually fits you. Equifax Canada's Julie Kuzmic delivers a credit score reality check, explaining why recent credit history, unreported mortgages, and statement-period timing can quietly shape your score. And Larry Zelvin of BMO Financial Group reveals how criminals are using AI, from deepfakes to QR-code traps, plus practical steps to protect your money. Brought to you in part by Credit Canada. To find out more about the guests check out: Hanna Horvath: Substack | Instagram | TikTok Alanna Abramsky: broadmoney.ca | Instagram Julie Kuzmic: X | LinkedIn Larry Zelvin: LinkedIn | Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Why Canadian Arts Organizations Can't Get a Credit Card And the Case for a Bank for the Arts 24.06.2026 14min

  Theatres, symphonies, and galleries are the backbone of Canadian culture, so why can't many of them get a basic corporate credit card or line of credit? Jamie Bennett, consultant at Lord Cultural Resources, joins Bruce Sellery to expose the gap between arts organizations and Canada's financial services sector, explain why it's largely a problem of education and business language, and make the case for why a dedicated "bank for the arts" or at least a specialized banking vertical could change everything. Connect with Jamie on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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  Drowning in Debt? Here's What a Licensed Insolvency Trustee Can Do for You 24.06.2026 12min

  If you're struggling with debt you can't manage, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) may be the most powerful resource you've never heard of. Caryl Newbery-Mitchell, Senior Vice President at MNP's Consumer Insolvency Practice, Canada's largest insolvency firm, explains what situations lead people to seek help, how a consumer proposal works, what an LIT can and can't do, and how to tell a legitimate trustee apart from the predatory debt advisors flooding social media. Connect with Caryl on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, TikTok, and Reddit.
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  The Planet Money Book: How Economics Shapes Everything From Food Banks to Dating Apps 24.06.2026 22min

  Alex Mayyasi, longtime contributor to NPR's Planet Money podcast, joins Bruce Sellery to talk about the new book Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. From the "Pickle Problem" at food banks to Argentina's failed BlackBerry factory, the economics of remote work, and the algorithm quietly running dating apps, Alex breaks down how everyday economic principles affect decisions we make at home, at work, and in love. Find out more at alexayyasi.com and connect on Instagram, Gastronomics Podcast, Substack, and X.
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  How Money Shapes Our Lives: Economics, Debt Relief & the Future of Arts Funding | Full Episode 23.06.2026 54min

  What does economics have to do with food banks, dating apps, and the Canadian arts scene? In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery sits down with Alex Mayyasi, a longtime contributor to NPR's wildly popular Planet Money podcast and author of the new book Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. He is here **to unpack how economic principles touch everything from tariffs and remote work to the "stable marriage problem" behind dating apps. Then, Caryl Newbery-Mitchell, Senior Vice President at MNP's Consumer Insolvency Practice, breaks down exactly what a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) can and can't do to help Canadians tackle unmanageable debt, including how a consumer proposal works and how to spot predatory debt advisors online. Finally, consultant Jamie Bennett of Lord Cultural Resources makes a compelling case for why Canadian arts organizations desperately need better access to banking and what it would take to finally get them there. To find out more about the guests check out: Alex Mayyasi: alexayyasi.com | Instagram | Gastronomics Podcast | Substack | X Caryl Newbery-Mitchell: Facebook| Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | X | TikTok | Reddit Jamie Bennett: Instagram | LinkedIn Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn
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  Driver's Ed for Money: Teaching Kids Smart Financial Habits Early 17.06.2026 11min

  Karen Holland, an economist and early financial educator and founder of Gifting Sense, introduces Spending Ed: Driver’s Ed for Money, a practical kit designed to help kids ages 10–15 build lifelong money habits before bad ones take hold. Using the familiar framework of a learner’s permit, Karen walks through mindful spending tools, trade-off exercises, and back-to-school budgeting strategies that parents can use without any personal finance expertise. Find out more at giftingsense.org, connect on Instagram, and check out School’s Out. Time for Spending Ed: Driver’s Ed for Money!.