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How Do They Afford That?

How Do They Afford That?

Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell 205 Episodes Aug 11, 2026

How Do They Afford That is a podcast that explores the financial lives of everyday Australians. Hosted by financial planner Canna Campbell and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson, each episode shares simple hacks, habits, and ideas to make your money work harder for you. New episodes are released every Wednesday.

Episodes

Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap?
Margin loans: powerful tool or dangerous trap? Aug 11, 2026 1388 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 w
The market hit my goal before I did
The market hit my goal before I did Aug 4, 2026 1286 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.&nbs
Ten things wealthy people don't waste money on
Ten things wealthy people don't waste money on Jul 28, 2026 1566 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 y
The financial advice that doesn’t work anymore
The financial advice that doesn’t work anymore Jul 21, 2026 1316 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!
What’s your true hourly wage?
What’s your true hourly wage? Jul 14, 2026 1265 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) movem
Why your budget isn’t working (and how to fix it)
Why your budget isn’t working (and how to fix it) Jul 7, 2026 1330 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! T
New Financial Year, New You: 6 goals for the rest of 2026
New Financial Year, New You: 6 goals for the rest of 2026 Jun 30, 2026 1551 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 Micha
The 5 year test: Where you and your money will be
The 5 year test: Where you and your money will be Jun 23, 2026 1379 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 writt
Financial avoidance: the cost of putting it off
Financial avoidance: the cost of putting it off Jun 16, 2026 1395 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
Property investing for passive income
Property investing for passive income Jun 9, 2026 1359 The conversation around property investing in Australia has changed. With changes to negative gearing underway, where does property fit into a wealth creation plan? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore property investing with a focus on generating passive income, rather than tax benefits.Canna and
Should you lease an EV?
Should you lease an EV? Jun 2, 2026 1247 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 incentives - and while the federal government is planning to wind these back over the next few years, for now they're still in place. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson&
What are you actually working for?
What are you actually working for? May 26, 2026 1197 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 money? More freedom? More security? Something else entirely? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they take a closer look at what drives us financially

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