How Do They Afford That?

Hosted by Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell

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216

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Aug 2026

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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 episode every Wednesday!

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August 18, 202623 min

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 decision isn't spending less money. It's spending money in the right place. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they look at ten purchases that can actually save you money over the long run. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 11, 202623 min

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 investor? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they look at how margin loans can be used for investing, and some of the risks and pitfalls to avoid. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 4, 202621 min

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. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they answer Chris's question about setting financial goals, and dealing with the volatility and fluctuations of markets. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 28, 202626 min

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 & Greed 's Michael Thompson explore the list of the ten things wealthy people don't waste money on (and why). Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 21, 202621 min

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 that is relevant anymore? Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson make a list of the financial advice that doesn't work anymore. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 14, 202621 min

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 planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they explore the idea of the 'true hourly wage,' and how it changes the way you think about work, money and the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 7, 202622 min

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 working. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they go through the common problems with budgets, and how to fix them. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 30, 202625 min

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 checkpoint. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they set out six goals to help you finish 2026 in a stronger position than you started it. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 23, 202622 min

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 some BIG changes… where would you be in five years? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they take the five year test. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 16, 202623 min

Financial avoidance: 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 Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed 's Michael Thompson as they tackle financial avoidance, with a cheat sheet on how to get started on the most commonly delayed projects. Canna and Michael have written a book! Twelve Months to Financial Freedom will hit the shelves on September 1 - but you can preorder your copy right now . --- The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.