May 1

Is a Computer Science Degree Still Worth the Debt?, with Ron Lieber

#711: A computer science degree used to feel like a sure thing. Job placement rates topped 90 percent. Starting salaries cleared $80,000. You could do the math on your student loans before you enrolled. That math doesn't work the same way anymore. New York Times "Your Money" colu ... Show More

1 h

Apr 28

Q&A: He Wants to Die With Zero – Here’s How to Spend $1M Without Running Out

#710: What does it really look like to balance financial optimization with real-life tradeoffs—whether that’s choosing meaningful work, spending down your savings, or deciding where your next dollar should go? Mike is planning to retire at 60 with $1 million saved and a clear goa ... Show More

1h 12m

Apr 24

The Financial Reality of Developmental Disabilities, with Keith Wargo

#709: Keith Wargo has spent decades navigating one of the most daunting financial planning challenges a family can face: raising a child with a developmental disability. He joins us to share what families need to know. The financial stakes are significant. Keith, who is the CEO o ... Show More

1 h

Aug 2025

How Much Should You Really Have in Savings? And What To Do If Your Financial Advice Feels Wrong

So… what is the magic number you should have when it comes to savings? Is it a neat percentage, a chunky dollar figure, or three months of bills sitting pretty in your account? This week we’re spilling the tea on how to work out your number, so you can stop guessing and start sav ... Show More

33m 39s

Mar 2022

Should you pay for your partners kid?

This week G + V breakdown the intricate and not so simple situation of managing a relationship with a partner who has a child/children. Should you be financially supporting them? Is that your responsibility, or is it theirs? Is it perhaps a joint responsibility? What if you haven ... Show More

39m 25s

Aug 2025

She’s 64, Broke, and Wants to Day Trade - Here's What I'd Tell Her (Money Q&A)

In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we are going to answer questions on this Money Q&A about she’s 64, broke, and wants to day trade - Here's What I'd Tell Her. Today we are going to answer these questions: Should my 67-year-old mom take a $100K lump sum pension or $ ... Show More

44m 25s

Jul 2019

A little bit of HELP on that HECS

Hello lady! Do you belong to the 36% of Aussies who have attended uni? Well, today we've got a special episode just for you. Firstly, what the hell is HECS/HELP debt, and should we be trying to pay it off ASAP? Then, what's the deal with the robo-debt Centrelink scandal that's ... Show More

32m 31s

Jul 2022

How Online Businesses Can Win During a Recession, with Jacquette Timmons

There’s a lot of talk about a recession and the economy lately, and I have seen a number of posts online about recession-proofing your business. ‍‍<ul><li><a href='https://quayjo.thrivecart.com/atcc-one/?coupon=QPOD'>Cut your lead gen costs in HALF with my $37 mi ... Show More

46m 57s

Aug 2024

Have You Checked Your Credit Score Lately?

Have you checked your credit score lately? If not, it’s time to take a closer look! On today's ep we chat about why your credit score should be a priority on your financial to-do list to keep financial health in check. And of course, we've got some practical tips on how to boost ... Show More

48m 12s

Jul 2021

How To Navigate A Financial Crisis

In a financial crisis, like when you lose your job or the country is in a recession, you have to answer some tough questions: what bills should you prioritize? Who should you turn to? Is it ok to ask for a loan? Michelle Singletary, personal finance expert and author of the new b ... Show More

17m 27s

Nov 2024

When Bridal Parties Turn Into Money Dramas

Let’s talk bridal parties and the money dramas that no one warns you about! This week, we’re tackling a juicy listener dilemma: what happens to your money when you drop out as a bridesmaid? Is it fair for them to keep the cash, or is that just bad friendship vibes? We’ve got opin ... Show More

49m 55s

Oct 2025

How to Set Up Your Kids (Without Losing Your Benefits)…And What to Do When You’re Putting in More for the House Than Your Partner

We all want to be the parent who “sets the kids up,” right? But between savings accounts, offsets, and “future nest egg” fantasies it's hard to know what to do. So this week we’re breaking down how to actually make your money work harder (for you and your mini-me). Then things ge ... Show More

33m 36s

Aug 2025

Dave Ramsey’s Shocking Prediction For Housing Prices, Stock Market, & The Trump Economy

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1h 35m

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