Best Life On Part Time Salary Podcasts (2025)

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Would You Shock a Stranger? What a 1960s Experiment Reveals About Your Money Decisions 1:30:14

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#656: What would you do if someone in authority told you to do something that felt wrong? Most of us like to think we'd speak up, push back, stand our ground. But research tells a very different story. In fact, when Yale researchers conducted a famous experiment in the 1960s, they found that 65% of people would administer what they believed to be d…

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Qiao Ma: finding killer companies, surviving the GFC & why founders win 53:30

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Qiao Ma, Portfolio Manager of the Munro Partners Global Small and Mid Cap Fund, joins Owen Rask on The Australian Investors Podcast to discuss: 1. What it takes to find killer stocks 2. How Qiao survived the GFC 3. Why founders tend to win 4. The importance of 'control' in long-term investing 5. Munro's investment process 6. Qiao's two pieces of ad…

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Should Doctors Unionize? The Story of Why Physicians at Salem Hospital Joined a Union to Take Back Power with Dr. Sean Codier 42:16

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We're releasing a Physicians AI Whitepaper and need your help! Calling all MDs: Help us shape the future of what AI looks like in medicine. Participate Here! Dr. Sean Codier is an emergency physician at Salem Hospital within Mass General Brigham and one of the leaders behind the first successful physician unionization effort in the system’s history…

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Your money reset, part 2: Super, property, and the freedom to choose 19:31

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In this bonus episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell returns with part two of The Money Reset 2 part series. If you’re ready to take your financial reset to the next level, this bite-sized episode walks you through the final six steps, tackling debt, property, super, and protection, and shows you how to build lasting flexibi…

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Q&A: How to Choose Between Financial Freedom and a First Home 1:14:26

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#655: What would you do if, at the age of 23, you found yourself with $70,000 a year leftover after expenses? Would you pour everything into retirement and coast to financial independence, or stockpile a down payment before life gets pricier with kids, a mortgage, and maintenance costs? This week, we dive into that real-life dilemma and explore how…

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Australian unicorns: $1 billion startups you've never heard of 44:41

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask sits down with Wenee Yap and Thomas Derricott, co-authors of the new book “Riding the Unicorn: The Startup Guide You'll Want to Read” In a deeply insightful and inspiring conversation, they explore: – What makes a company a “unicorn” – Why Australia punches above its weight in the global …

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How to Stop Fighting About Money 1:25:49

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#654: Fights about money are common, but they're rarely about math. They're about power, shame, vulnerability, and trust. And no amount of data or fancy spreadsheets is going to fix it. What you need is a better system for fairness, more open communication, and a shared ambition. In this candid conversation with Heather and Doug Bonaparte, we explo…

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Owen is writing a book! $250k in redraw, super tax & salary sacrifice secrets – Q&A 38:07

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In this Friday episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell answer your questions on: – Whether it’s too late to start investing in your 50s and 60s, and how to balance mortgage repayments, redraw funds and retirement goals – What to look out for when reviewing your first full-time job offer, including salary packag…

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Why Women Physicians Still Earn Less — and What We Can Do About It With Dr. Vineet Arora 41:23

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Dr. Vineet Arora is the Dean for Medical Education at the University of Chicago and one of the nation’s leading voices on equity, leadership, and physician well-being. Her groundbreaking research has exposed how gender bias and pay inequity continue to shape medicine—from how residents are evaluated to how faculty are promoted and paid. But more im…

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Scottish Property Tax 101 - What is LBTT and ADS? 30:15

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In this episode of The ESPC Property Show, Paul & Megan are joined well renowned tax expert, Alan Barr (Partner at Brodies LLP) to discuss Scottish property taxation including Land & Buildings Transaction Tax and Additional Dwelling Supplement. Use ESPC's LBTT calculator here: https://espc.com/advice/tools/lbtt-calculator You can skip to your favou…

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No caps, no LMI, no waitlist — the new 5% deposit rules explained 23:36

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In this short Wednesday bonus episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, hosts Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask unpack the government’s newly expanded 5% Deposit Scheme — what it means for first home buyers, who’s eligible, and how it can help you get into the property market sooner.It’s a quick, practical breakdown of the key updates — no income caps,…

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Radical Transparency in Real Estate Predictions 1:02:15

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#653: What happens when we actually check our predictions? In this episode we play clips from our 2023 conversation with Scott Trench from BiggerPockets and ask the uncomfortable question: were we right? Two years ago we made some big calls about the housing market. Mortgage rates had doubled. Prices hadn’t crashed. Inventory was vanishing. Everyon…

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80// How to Plan Now for a Calm, Budget-Friendly Holiday Season 22:00

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🎅Link to HOLIDAY PLANNER The holidays are coming — but you don’t have to rush or stress this year. In this episode, Erin helps you get ahead now so you can feel calm, organized, and financially prepared when the season arrives. You’ll walk through how to plan your time, money, and mindset in advance — so you can be present with your kids and actual…

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6 US stocks + 1 ETF we L-O-V-E right now ft Hugh Lam 41:27

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Hugh Dive from Betashares each bring 3 of their favourite US stocks to the table — and finish off with an ETF that gives you exposure to all of them.They unpack:– Broadcom, Intuit, Adobe, Palantir, Netflix, and PepsiCo– How these companies make money and what makes them so special– Wh…

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Why High Earners Stay Broke, with Rose Han 1:12:33

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#652: What if you did everything “right”, earned the degree, landed the six-figure job, and still felt broke? That’s exactly where Rose Han found herself. Fresh out of NYU with a finance degree and a Wall Street paycheck, she had a negative net worth, mounting stress, and a sinking feeling that traditional success wasn’t the path to freedom. In thi…

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HELP debt changes, company shares & first home hacks – Q&A 37:40

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20% HELP debt reduction, new superannuation rules, salary sacrificing for company shares — this week’s Q&A is packed with hot topics and practical money tips. In this Friday episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell are answering your questions on: – Whether salary sacrificing for company shares is worth it …

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Breaking Free from W-2 Medicine: The Physician’s Guide to Locum Tenens with Dr. Ali Chaudhary 39:47

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Dr. Ali Chaudhary is an emergency physician, entrepreneur, and one of the leading voices helping doctors reclaim control over their careers. After leaving a traditional W-2 job, he built Locums United and LocumOS - two platforms designed to bring transparency, fairness, and autonomy to how physicians are staffed and compensated. Having lived both s…

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Your Money Reset: How to Boost Net Worth, Self Worth & Income 20:08

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In this bonus episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, host Gemma Mitchell kicks off a two-part mini-series based on her new book, The Money Reset. If you’ve been thinking about a fresh start with your finances, especially as we roll into a new year, this bite-sized episode will help you reset your mindset, rebuild your foundation, and start movi…

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Everyone Says Don’t Hold Bonds in Taxable Accounts. They’re Wrong 1:24:46

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#651: Many who reach CoastFI find themselves in a strange in-between: financially independent enough to stop saving, but not ready to fully retire. When you’re living off a taxable brokerage for decades, does the “never hold bonds in taxable” rule still apply? This episode explores how traditional asset location advice meets real-life spending. We …

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79// How to Do Allowance! And other family money habits - with Emily Holthaus (Part 2) 51:12

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Welcome to Part 2 of our KIDS and MONEY series. Here's a link to Part 1 - Episode 77. In this episode we cover: How to do allowance with your kids How to teach kids to be patient when they want something How to budget with kids at any age How to help our children deal with marketing, consumption, and comparison It's filled with practical steps to h…

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Pocket money, compounding, and investing for kids – with Pearler’s Ana Kresina 47:51

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Today, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Ana Kresina from Pearler — two-time author (Kids Ain’t Cheap and How to Not Work Forever) and co-host of the Get Rich Slow Club podcast. Together, they unpack how parents can raise money-savvy kids and start teaching investing early. Ana shares practical ways to make money lessons fun, age-appropriate an…

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How Money Moves Through Markets 1:13:26

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#650: Sarah Williamson is the kind of person who shapes the decisions that move trillions of dollars. She earned her MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and holds both the CFA and CAIA designations, two of the most demanding credentials in finance. In this episode, she helps us understand how investing really works, who the major play…

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Emergency funds, defensive assets & when to pay for advice 51:46

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FHSS, defensive assets & the real cost of financial advice – this Q&A has it allIn this Friday episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell are back for your weekly Q&A.From using your super to buy your first property, to whether you really need a financial adviser once you’ve already nailed your money, this ep…

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Q3 Local Property Market Update - Roundtable Discussion 33:33

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This week's episode is another special episode - Paul & Megan are joined by four ESPC solicitor estate agent member firms to discuss the current property market. From a drop in property listings to the outlook for the Christmas market as well as some insight on where property is moving fast. If you enjoyed this episode, remember to subscribe to our…

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The Future of Emergency Medicine: Dr. Alison Haddock on Physician Empowerment, Unionization, and Survival in the ED 29:29

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Dr. Alison Haddock is an emergency physician, educator, and past president of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). She’s spent her career fighting for physician autonomy and building a sustainable future for emergency medicine. One where doctors aren’t just surviving shift to shift, but leading the systems that shape their work. A n…

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78// Are You an “If” or a “Because” with Your Money? 9:51

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🎉Grab your free Budget School JUMPSTART. Ever notice how your thoughts about money shape your results? In this episode, Erin breaks down two powerful ways of thinking about your household money: “if” and “because.” Are you telling yourself: “I’ll stick to my budget if everything goes smoothly”? “I’ll save if there’s anything left over”? Or are you …

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Festive Season on a Budget: 10 Money-Saving Hacks 18:28

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Q&A: Should You Buy a House Now or Invest Your Down Payment Instead? 1:08:54

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#649: Many first-time buyers feel like they’re watching the train pull out of the station. If you’ve saved for years but can’t afford a home nearby, should you stretch to buy further (maybe hours) away or invest that cash instead? In this episode, we dig into the psychology, math, and lifestyle tradeoffs behind the “buy now or wait” dilemma. Plus, …

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Forget everyone else: goal-setting your way 34:50

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In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast dig into one of the biggest game-changers for your finances – setting clear goals. But not just any goals — the right ones for you. We cover: Is it really a goal, or just a nice idea? Do you actually need clear goals to succeed?…

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First Friday: The Government Shuts Down -- But Bitcoin is at an All-Time High?!? 41:35

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#648: The U.S. government is shutting down. Bitcoin just hit a record high. Inflation whispers are back. And Wall Street is buzzing with speculation. What does this all mean for your money, your portfolio, and your long-term financial freedom? On this First Friday episode, we unpack the economic headlines you can’t ignore — and help you separate si…

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ETFs vs Mortgage: Where’s Your Money Best Spent? – Q&A 29:26

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Questions we answer on this episode: - How the Age Pension works alongside superannuation (and yes, you can have both) - What happens to your super if you die without a will - Mortgage vs ETFs: which should you focus on after buying your first property? - What debt recycling actually means, and whether it’s worth considering - Wrap accounts explain…

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Escaping Physician Exploitation: Private Practice, Pay Transparency, and Entrepreneurship with Dr. Brian Dixon 41:20

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Dr. Brian Dixon is a psychiatrist, entrepreneur, and one of the boldest physician voices pushing for salary transparency and fairness in medicine. He’s the founder of Simply Psych and Mindful, and he’s built his career by pulling back the curtain on contracts, compensation, and the hidden math of how health systems profit off physicians. With radic…

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How I built a $4.5m business, with Phil Thompson 55:28

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with Phil Thompson, the founder of Skye Wealth. Phil reveals how he bought into a financial advice business at 24, navigated six years of no growth, and then pivoted the business to insurance-only — ultimately building a team of over 55 and generating over $4.3 million in ann…

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Q&A: How Do You Maximize a Mini-Retirement? 1:01:15

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#647: What if you and your partner want to take a few months – or even a year – off work? How do you handle health insurance once you leave your jobs? And how do you make sure the time off isn’t wasted, but becomes a launchpad for what’s next? In this week’s Q&A, we dive into those questions. We also cover three more listener questions: what to do …

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No Pay Rise? No Problem (Sort Of)! 28:12

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lexi Smith from MoneyVine to unpack a little-known work perk that’s actually worth it — financial wellbeing workshops. If you enjoyed this chat, don’t forget to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode, Gemma and Lexi dive i…

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The Third Option Between Working and Retiring 1:12:29

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#646: What if you didn’t have to choose between grinding full-time until retirement or quitting work altogether? By 40, Andy Hill and his wife had built a $500,000 portfolio and paid off their home. Instead of racing toward early retirement, they chose a third way: scaling back to part-time work, becoming equal partners in parenting, and reclaiming…

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Lessons from Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett – Q&A 45:28

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Franking credits, ETF fees & starting from zero – we’re answering your burning questions.In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Mitchell Sneddon, Head of Funds at Rask and co-host of the Australian Investor Podcast, to tackle your questions!Questions answered in today’s Q&A- What a franking credit a…

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How Two ER Doctors Created the Top Clinical Tool for Physicians: The Origins of MDCalc with Dr. Joe Habboushe 36:30

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This episode is sponsored by Abridge - the leading AI platform that drafts structured, clinically useful notes at the point of conversation. MDCalc turns 20 this year. What began as a scrappy side project in med school grew - without outside funding - into one of the most-used, most-trusted clinical references in the world. In this episode of How I…

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Life insurance in Australia: What cover do you really need? 40:25

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Phil Thompson from Skye Wealth dive into the world of life insurance in Australia. They cover:– What personal insurance is and why it matters– The different types of cover (life, TPD, trauma, income protection, child cover)– How Aussies typically get insurance & what options are b…

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Q&A: My Friend Won’t Invest - How Can I Help? 1:16:47

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#645: Mike (02:50): After 15 years of intentional living, Mike is 80 percent of the way to financial independence. Now he’s trying to help friends take control of their own financial future. But what happens when one spouse is eager to learn and invest, while the other isn’t interested? Michael (27:07): For two years, Michael has tracked his net wo…

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77// 3 Money Mindsets to Teach to your Kids: Powerful and Practical! with Emily Holthaus from Raising Little Millionaires 38:04

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In this episode, I sit down with Emily from @RaisingLittleMillionaires to talk about how to teach kids about money in practical ways. We’re already teaching them about money—whether we realize it or not—through our habits and conversations. Let’s do it better! We cover the 3 essential money mindsets to teach at home: Split it before you spend it – …

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Financial planning tips from a pro: What you need to know in your 30s 47:30

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask chats with Everest Wealth’s Alex Luck about the 5 most important lessons he’s learned from advising thousands of young professionals and families. In this honest, practical conversation, Alex shares: – Why building an emergency fund is boring—but essential– How the power of compounding favours e…

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The Hidden Psychology Behind Every Financial Decision You Make with Dr. Daniel Crosby 1:09:41

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#644: Why do we both crave money and resent it? Why do some people sabotage their financial futures in the name of short-term comfort? And why is your brain — not the stock market — the biggest threat to your wealth? In this conversation, we explore the surprising ways that psychology and money intertwine. Our guest, Dr. Daniel Crosby, is a behavio…

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Q&A: Salary sacrifice, first home super, and when to use credit cards 28:13

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In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Rask Advice senior adviser Tahli Cavagnino (while Owen’s away!) to tackle your questions! Questions answered in today's Q&A: - What really happens when your super goes into pension mode and how the tax-free income stream works - The smart way to invest for your…

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From Hospital Insider to Physician Advocate: How Ethan Nkana Switched Sides to Champion Doctors’ Voices 40:11

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Ethan Nkana spent over a decade as a hospital executive negotiating contracts on behalf of health systems. He knew the inside playbook: how administrators calculated physician value, what mantras they used behind closed doors, and the quiet ways hospitals exploited physician professionalism. Then he switched sides. In this episode of How I Doctor, …

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"You can borrow six times your salary now" | An update on the mortgage market 30:14

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On this week's episode of the ESPC Property Show, Paul & Megan are joined by two of the ESPC Mortgages team: David Lauder & Lisa Bell. In this episode we chat about: 0:00-0:44 Intro 0:44-2:39 How is the market reacting to the interest rate reductions? 2:39-4:07 What's the average mortgage interest rate at the moment? 4:07-5:16 Do lenders have diffe…

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AI investing made easy: The beginner’s guide 25:31

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask breaks down how investors can take advantage of the AI boom through a practical investing framework. Drawing inspiration from Geoffrey Moore’s classic book The Gorilla Game, Owen walks you through: – The 4 types of companies to look for in high-growth industries – Where AI is creating the most v…

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LIVESTREAM: A Former Fed Economist Reveals What's Really Happening, with Karsten Jeske (“Big ERN”) 1:03:19

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#643: Picture this: you're at the Federal Reserve years ago. The chairman literally hangs up a conference call, waits 30 minutes, then calls back — suddenly everyone agrees on the rate decision. That's the kind of insider story Karsten Jeske (“Big ERN”) shares when he joins us to break down what's happening with the economy right now. Karsten worke…

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BONUS: Stagflation, Stocks & Social Security - What’s Next for Your Money? with Rob Berger 26:06

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EXCLUSIVE: Is your money safe in today’s economy? In this bonus interview, Paula Pant sits down with financial expert Rob Berger to unpack the latest on inflation, interest rates, market valuations, and the future of Social Security. Together, Paula and Rob dive into the tough questions: Is the American Dream dead for Gen Z? Will there be another m…

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5 ASX ETFs for a passive income portfolio 49:12

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask is joined by Tom Wickenden from Betashares to explore the world of income-focused ETFs. In this deep-dive, they discuss: – Why income from ETFs is more relevant than ever – How ETF structures can provide access to monthly or quarterly income – The difference between placing cash in an …