Australian Finance Podcast
The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms. ~~ New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast. ~~ SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/ ~~ DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.
Episodes
July 2, 2025 • 41 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Ryan Newman, Director of Research at The Motley Fool Australia, to discuss three ASX companies with exciting growth potential. They explore:
– How Ryan finds great companies
– What makes ResMed a global health leader
– Why GenTrack is disrupting utilities and airports
– How Pinnacle structures its boutique funds for success
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June 30, 2025 • 37 mins
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lexi Smith from MoneyVine . They dive into Buy Now Pay Later and some recent changes, and how you can manage your money without needing to dive into debt. If you enjoyed this chat, don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
In this episode, Gemma and Lexi dive into:
What is Buy Now Pay Lat...
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June 26, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma is joined by a very special guest, money coach, Lexi Smith – to answer your questions.
Your questions answered today:
– How do you manage monthly pay
– Debt or savings – where should surplus money go
– Starting a new business – how to manage tax
– How to help kids manage their first pay check
– And Gemma confesses something people may be surprised about – she ...
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June 25, 2025 • 22 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask breaks down how to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) using ETFs.
With AI transforming everything from your workplace to your portfolio, this episode covers:
– How AI could add $16 trillion to the global economy
– Which ETFs give you exposure to AI megatrends
– The difference between core and satellite ETF strategies
– Risks to be aware of when investing in AI-focu...
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June 23, 2025 • 33 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask sits down with Melissa Browne – entrepreneur, author, educator, and the powerhouse behind the ‘Her Wealth Her Way’ movement. Mel shares her personal story of rebuilding after divorce, what she wishes more women knew about money, and how thousands have used her financial literacy programs to create lasting change.
Melissa opens up about:
– Giving away her divorce settlement
...
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June 19, 2025 • 38 mins
In this Q&A edition of the Australian Finance Podcast, hosts Owen Rask and Tahli Cavagnino tackle key listener questions that pop up during tax season and portfolio reviews.
This episode covers:
– How to ensure your ETF tax reporting is accurate
– Why rebalancing might not be as crucial for young investors
– What to document when doing your own tax
– How to choose the right financial adviser or accountant
They also share thou...
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June 18, 2025 • 19 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask reveals a million-dollar mistake from early in his wealth-building journey.
He explains:
– The opportunity he missed in the property market
– Why he stuck with shares and ignored other strategies
– How combining property and shares could have accelerated his financial growth
– A powerful lesson in using every tool at your disposal for long-term wealth
If you liked th...
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June 16, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask is joined by Rob Thomson from the Australian Tax Office (ATO) to help you tackle tax time in 2025. Rob shares the ATO's focus areas, common tax myths, and practical steps for getting your return right the first time. Topics include:
– The ATO’s "grand final" season: why tax time is so important
– The top 3 areas people get wrong on their tax return
– The 3 golden rules f...
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June 12, 2025 • 56 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast Q&A episode, Owen Rask is joined by Rask Financial Adviser Tahli to tackle real listener questions. In this candid and relatable conversation, they cover:
– Investing in Asian and Emerging Market ETFs
– How to think about position sizing in a portfolio
– What it’s really like to switch careers (from fitness to finance)
– Why relatable and accessible financial advice matters
– Tahli’s unique...
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June 11, 2025 • 18 mins
In this short episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask takes you through three ASX-listed companies with serious long-term growth potential. If you're keen to identify standout shares—or you’d rather play it safe with ETFs—this one’s for you.
– Why growth matters more than dividends for some investors
– What to look for in a high-quality growth stock
– A simple ETF to consider if individual shares aren’t your thing...
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June 9, 2025 • 52 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast Q&A episode, Owen Rask and financial planner Alex Luck (from Everest Wealth Group) answer your burning money questions. Tune in to hear them break down:
– Whether paying off your HECS debt early is a smart move
– The difference between managed funds and ETFs
– Stepped vs level insurance premiums explained
– Renting out your home without triggering CGT
– The proposed $3 million super tax ...
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June 5, 2025 • 45 mins
The FHSS First Home Super Saver Scheme is a great way to save for your first home. But it's complicated.
Join Owen Rask, founder of Rask, and Gemma Mitchell, financial adviser of 15+ years and Superannuation specialist as they dive into your most important FHSS questions!
- What is FHSS?
- How does FHSS?
- Is FHSS worth it?
- Who can use the FHSS?
- Super Saver v Savings Account
- Is the FHSS risky?
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Pea...
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June 4, 2025 • 51 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Navarre Trousselot
(founder of Navexa) explain what Aussie investors need to know before tax time. They cover:
– What counts as investment income
– Understanding capital gains tax (CGT)
– Smart strategies to optimise your return
– Common tax-time mistakes and how to avoid them
If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on tax and investing, you...
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June 2, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lottie Dalziel – sustainability expert, founder of Banish, and author of 365+ Ways to Save the Planet, and your money at the same time.
They bust common myths about living more sustainably, explore the biggest impact changes you can make at home (that are good for both the planet and your wallet), and share practical tips to get started tod...
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May 29, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions- covering investing in Gold, super, paying a lot of tax and much more! Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. And send in your questions via the link below.
Your questions answered today:
- Is it risky using the First home super saver scheme ...
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May 28, 2025 • 20 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask explores the big question: Is the Australian property market in a bubble in 2025?
You’ll learn:
- Why immigration is driving up demand
- What’s really going on with housing supply
- The impact of interest rates and borrowing power
- Whether house price-to-income ratios signal danger
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May 26, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell is joined by award-winning financial adviser Deline Jacovides, founder of Mazi Wealth. Together, they break down the ins and outs of discretionary (family) trusts—what they are, how they work, and when they’re worth considering.
In this episode, we cover:
What a discretionary trust is and how it works in Australia
When a trust structure makes sense—...
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May 22, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast are back to dive into a big topic – raising financially confident, and competent kids. From choosing between private or public schooling, to saving (or not saving) for your kids, we cover it all. We chat about:
Private vs public schooling – the real pros and cons
Saving and investing for kids vs focus...
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May 21, 2025 • 9 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Hugh Lam from Betashares take you inside the ATEC ETF – Australia’s homegrown tech fund. This episode covers:
What the ATEC ETF is and what companies it holds
Why investors are paying attention to Australian tech
How sectors like AI and cloud computing are driving growth
The role ATEC can play in a diversified portfolio
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May 19, 2025 • 38 mins
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Phil from Skye Wealth sit down to talk all things life insurance. They explore:
The essential types of life insurance every Aussie should understand
How to review your existing policies, especially inside super
What income protection really covers—and what it doesn’t
The pros and cons of funding insurance through your super
Why trauma and child cover matter ...
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