How Do They Afford That?

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How Do They Afford That?

How Do They Afford That?

Creator: Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell

How Do They Afford That: the podcast that peeks into the financial lives of everyday Australians. Every week Canna Campbell - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson share the simple hacks, habits and ideas that can make your money work harder for you. New e...

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218 episodes
Are you taking too much risk? Or not enough?

Are you taking too much risk? Or not enough?

Every investment platform, adviser and super fund seems to ask the same thing: What's your risk profile? The problem is, most people have no idea what...

2026-08-25 23:44:02 1194
Ten purchases that actually save you money

Ten purchases that actually save you money

We often talk about the need to spend less. But today we're looking at the other side of the equation. Because sometimes the smartest financial decisi...

2026-08-18 14:00:00 1413
Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?

Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?

Some investors swear by margin loans, while others won't go near them. So are they a powerful wealth-building tool, or a trap for the unprepared inves...

2026-08-11 14:00:00 1388
The market hit my goal before I did

The market hit my goal before I did

Today's episode is based on a listener question from Chris - who set an investing goal, and is now about to achieve it much earlier than they thought....

2026-08-04 14:00:00 1286
Ten things wealthy people don't waste money on

Ten things wealthy people don't waste money on

A wealthy mindset is as much about what you don't spend on money as what you do.
Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear &...

2026-07-28 14:00:00 1566
The financial advice that doesn’t work anymore

The financial advice that doesn’t work anymore

There’s a lot of financial advice that’s been around forever: work hard, buy a house, stay loyal and save 10 per cent of your income. But how much of...

2026-07-21 14:00:00 1316
What’s your true hourly wage?

What’s your true hourly wage?

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 pla...

2026-07-14 14:00:00 1265
Why your budget isn’t working (and how to fix it)

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

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...

2026-07-07 14:00:00 1330
New Financial Year, New You: 6 goals for the rest of 2026

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

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...

2026-06-30 14:00:00 1551
The 5 year test: Where you and your money will be

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

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 som...

2026-06-23 14:00:00 1379
The cost of putting it off

The cost of putting it off

Everyone has something they’re avoiding financially. Super. Insurance. Investing. A credit card statement. Even just opening the banking app. Join Can...

2026-06-16 14:00:00 1395
Property investing for passive income

Property investing for passive income

The conversation around property investing in Australia has changed. With changes to negative gearing underway, where does property fit into a wealth...

2026-06-09 14:00:00 1359
Should you lease an EV?

Should you lease an EV?

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 i...

2026-06-02 14:00:00 1247
What are you actually working for?

What are you actually working for?

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 mo...

2026-05-26 14:00:00 1197
How to entertain well - without overspending

How to entertain well - without overspending

Entertaining can get expensive very quickly. Food, drinks, presentation - it all adds up. So today, how do you entertain well, without overspending? C...

2026-05-19 14:00:00 1586
The $100-a-week experiment

The $100-a-week experiment

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...

2026-05-12 14:00:00 1223
Are you making money too complicated?

Are you making money too complicated?

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 sys...

2026-05-05 14:00:00 1325
The truth about financial luck

The truth about financial luck

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...

2026-04-28 14:00:00 1228
If you lost your job tomorrow, would you be okay?

If you lost your job tomorrow, would you be okay?

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 year...

2026-04-21 16:42:48 1241
What’s your money personality - and is it costing you?

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

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....

2026-04-14 14:00:00 1448
5 ways to cut the cost of living

5 ways to cut the cost of living

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 finan...

2026-04-07 14:00:00 1532
The $10,000 question: What would you do?

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

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 Campbe...

2026-03-31 13:00:00 1283
The middle-class money trap

The middle-class money trap

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’...

2026-03-24 12:33:42 1155
Dream holiday, sensible budget

Dream holiday, sensible budget

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 ...

2026-03-17 13:00:00 1289
An investor’s secret weapon explained

An investor’s secret weapon explained

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 T...

2026-03-10 13:00:00 1236
A sceptic's guide to Manifesting March

A sceptic's guide to Manifesting March

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 Fea...

2026-03-03 12:00:00 1586
Starting from scratch with money? Start here.

Starting from scratch with money? Start here.

This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re starting from zero. No savings, maybe some debt, no investments, and not sure where to begin. Join C...

2026-02-24 12:00:00 1290
The kids' money blueprint

The kids' money blueprint

How do you set kids up for money success? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they answer...

2026-02-17 12:00:00 1666
Money basics you don't know (but everyone assumes you do)

Money basics you don't know (but everyone assumes you do)

This episode is a judgement-free zone. It's all about money basics everyone assumes you already know… but a lot of people don’t. Join Canna Campbell -...

2026-02-10 12:00:00 1346
7 signs you're better with money than you think

7 signs you're better with money than you think

This episode is all about reassurance. There's so much negativity about money, and so many comparisons with others who seem to be better, richer and m...

2026-02-03 12:00:00 1195
Buckle up, it's Frugal February

Buckle up, it's Frugal February

It's nearly time for Frugal February - the annual financial reset and detox that can change the way you spend money forever. Join Canna Campbell - a f...

2026-01-27 12:00:00 1358
Seven money habits that will change your year

Seven money habits that will change your year

Improving your financial position doesn't need to involve changing your entire life. Sometimes, it's just introducing the right habits. Join Canna Cam...

2026-01-20 14:46:47 1627
Your money bounce-back plan

Your money bounce-back plan

Had a festive season budget blowout? Don't worry, this episode is here to help. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Gr...

2026-01-13 12:00:00 1288
Six financial goals for 2026

Six financial goals for 2026

It’s that time of year when we’re looking to start fresh. New year’s resolutions, a new approach to fitness, to work, to relationships… and most impor...

2026-01-06 12:00:00 1579
FIRE 2.0: more 'Financial Independence', less 'Retire Early'

FIRE 2.0: more 'Financial Independence', less 'Retire Early'

The FIRE movement has changed - and we've got your comprehensive guide to it here. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear &...

2025-12-30 12:00:00 1487
The art of the downgrade

The art of the downgrade

At a very expensive time of year, this one is all about making some savings. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed...

2025-12-23 12:00:00 1410
Why we hide our money mistakes

Why we hide our money mistakes

We’ve all made money mistakes. Missed bills, bad investments, impulse buys -  but most of us keep quiet about them. Today, we’re asking: why? Why do w...

2025-12-16 12:00:00 1213
Five ways to end money anxiety

Five ways to end money anxiety

If money stresses you out, today’s episode is for you. There might be an easy way to take the anxiety out of money, just by automating a lot of things...

2025-12-09 12:00:00 1242
Want a side hustle? Avoid these ones

Want a side hustle? Avoid these ones

We talk a lot about side hustles - because who doesn't want to earn a little cash? But this episode is about the side hustles to avoid - either becaus...

2025-12-02 12:00:00 1416
How an abundance mindset can change your bank balance

How an abundance mindset can change your bank balance

It's very easy to slip into a scarcity mindset - there's not enough money to go around. But changing your outlook to one of abundance can have a very...

2025-11-25 12:00:00 1335
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