Get Started Investing
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ASX Week: The Guide to Building a Balanced Portfolio with Gemma Dale
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bryce and Alec talk to Gemma Dale, who’s the Director, SMSF and Investor Behaviour at NAB, about the principles behind building a b...
ASX Week: The Guide to ETF Investing: John Caulfield's Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bryce and Alec chat to John Caulfied, Director, Intermediaries and Institutions from VanEck, and what he thinks are the 5 mistakes ET...
ASX Week: Helen Chong's top tips for successful investing in Australia
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's ASX Week! In this episode, Bryce and Alec talk to Helen Chong who's Business Development Manager, Investment products at the ASX. During their co...
Mastering the Art of Investing Thesis Writing
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the past two episodes Bryce and Alec have explained what 'is' a thesis, and why it makes an important tool within your investing journey. They disc...
Investment Thesis Tracking: Tips and Tricks for Success
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this second installment of our three part series on building a thesis, Bryce and Alec talk about how to track your thesis, how often to revisit it,...
How to Develop an Investing Thesis That Works for You
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the first of this three part series, Bryce and Alec talk about… well exactly what is a thesis, and why it does matter. They look at how developin...
ESG Investing: Maximizing Returns While Making a Positive Impact
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s Get Started Investing, we rehash some of the concepts that we’ve learned over the past two weeks, outline the divestment v engagement d...
ESG Investing: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re going to try and answer the million dollar question - what is ethical? Bryce and Alec talk about considering what factors are ...
ESG Investing: Balancing Ethics and Financial Returns
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode Alec and Bryce start a new chapter - about all things ESG. In this first episode, they look at the landscape, and answer the most basic q...
Community Spotlight: Sam Koslowski - Stock Tips & Start-Ups | The Daily Aus
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Koslowski is one half of The Daily Aus, a news source for millennials who want the top news in under a minute a day. Alongside running his busy st...
Community Spotlight: SMH Jessica Irvine's Top 6 Sharemarket Tips for Beginners
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bryce and Alec continue their conversation with our wide community of investors, and today they talk to Jessica Irvine, Senior Economics writer for th...
Fixed Income Investing 101: A Beginner's Guide | Blossom
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the need to diversify your portfolio at Get Started Investing. This episode, Bryce and Alec talk to founder and Chief Investment Officer...
Community: DJ Tigerlily on aligning your investments with your values
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Get Started Investing, Bryce and Alec are joined by Dara Hayes… who you might know better by the name DJ Tigerlily. Dara is one o...
Sort Your Money: Mastering Cash Flow with Kylie Purcell | Finder
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is proudly supported by Finder.Besides getting fit, sorting out your money is something that most Australians want to get right! So on Ge...
Sort Your Money: Mastering Your Savings Strategy | Finder
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is proudly supported by Finder.Besides getting fit, sorting out your money is something that most Australians want to get right! So on Ge...
Sort Your Money: Mastering Debt Management with Graham Cooke | Finder
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sorting out your money is something that most Australians want to get right! So on Get Started Investing, over the next three episodes we’ve partner...
Building an investment thesis with You're in Good Company
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
today it’s a really special episode… cause we’re taking a break and handing over the reins to the YIGC team! We’re keen to share the limelight...
Taking Control of Your Superannuation: This is Super Important
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Super Saturdays - an Equity Mates Media series on superannuation, proudly brought to you by our friends at Superhero, who are now disruptin...
From the Experts: Emma Kirk on Global Investing | Magellan Financial Group
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've been on a round the world trip the last few weeks, talking about why investing beyond Australia's borders is a really good idea. Before we board...
The Inspiring Story of Lauren Simmons, the Youngest Female NYSE Trader
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We loved this conversation with Lauren Simmons, who is a trailblazer and inspiration as she was the youngest female trader in the history of the NY St...
Global Investing 101: What You Need to Know Before Investing Abroad
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've talked about the 'why', and we've talked about the 'how', but in this episode we're going to talk about all the factors you need to consider bef...
Global Investing 101: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last episode, we talked about the importance of investing with a global mindset, and why spreading your money all across the globe (metaphorically at ...
Global Investing 101: Why Diversification Beyond Australia is Key
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're going Global! Well, Equity Mates is already available everywhere, but this episode is all about why you should set your sights (and put your dol...
Community: Lucinda Price (Froomes) on trying to make $1m in a year
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we open our guest mic and welcome a true icon to the Get Started Investing studio - it's Lucinda Prices, who's otherwise known (especially on in...
Community Spotlight: Adam's biggest investing mistakes and lessons learned
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Adam is one half of the smash hit economics podcast, Comedian v Economist. Adam is a stand up comedian, having played shows around Australia and is re...
The Top Mistakes to Avoid in Investing and Life
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's another in our series of mistakes - the ones we've made, and how *not* to make them again! This week, we’re going to look at the reasons why we...
Investing Mistakes to Avoid: Common pitfalls and how to steer clear
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey! Scared of investing because you don't want to stuff it up? Well, this is the right place to look. We’ve all made mistakes, and WILL make more m...
The Art of Asset Allocation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Portfolio
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the third chapter of our Asset class(es), Bryce and Alec talk about how they think of different assets in their own portfolios.Some of our favourit...
The Benefits of Diversifying Your Asset Portfolio
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our second Asset class, Bryce and Alec break down the need for different assets, and how your choice might reflect the stage of investing you're at...
Asset Classes: The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Investment Portfolio
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our chapter series with a deep dive into all your questions about assets! An asset is any resource that can be owned or controlled and has...
Community Spotlight: Investment Tips with Alisha Aitken-Radburn
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Bryce and Alec are joined by one of our community members - Alisha Aitken-Radburn. Maybe recognised by some of you as a former con...
Equity Mates' Investing Styles: A Deep Dive into Their Strategies
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the third of our GSI chapters, we start putting the elements together. We’ve spoken about passive and active investing styles, and you can probab...
Discover Your Ideal Investing Style
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second of our three part series on Investing Styles! In Part 1 - we covered what we mean when we discuss ‘investing styles’, and what ...
Investing Styles: Are You Passive Or Are You Active?
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We loved the narrative arc of our original 12 part series, so we’re going to try and bring that back with GSI. This is the first of our new chapters...
How to Unf*ck Your Finances: Mastering Your Money Mindset with Melissa Browne
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Browne is not only an accountant, ex-financial advisor and entrepreneur, but also a financial wellness advocate, financial coach and occasiona...
How to Build Wealth While Paying Off Debt
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One question we get asked all the time at Equity Mates is, should I be investing if I have a lot of other financial commitments, including debt? In sh...
A Beginner's Guide to Understanding Cryptocurrency
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's crypto week here at Equity Mates! So we're swapping equities for blockchain, and breaking down all your questions about the crypto climate. There...
Community Spotlight: Rohan's Insights and an Update on His Investing Journey
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rohan's back! And he sits down with Alec and Bryce to talk about how his investing journey has progressed since he first opened his CommSec Pocket app...
Get to Know the Hosts of Our You're In Good Company!
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this very special bonus introduction episode, Bryce and Alec interview brand new hosts and members of the Equity Mates Media team - Maddy and Sophi...
Community Spotlight: How Tash Invests is Making Her Dreams of Financial Independence by 35 a Reality
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bryce and Alec sit down with Natasha Etschmann - who documents her investing journey on Instagram and TikTok under the handle @tashinvests. At just 23...
How to Build Wealth with Micro-Investing: A Step-by-Step Guide
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the idea that you don’t have enough money to invest. Because long gone are the days of our parents when you needed thousands of dollars to di...
How to Achieve Financial Independence with Molly Benjamin from Ladies Finance Club
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Benjamin is the founder of Ladies Finance Club in Australia. Ladies Finance Club was born in London in 2018 and in 2019 Molly launched in Austra...
Why Waiting to Invest Could Cost You in the Long Run
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since the creation of the first company, nothing has created more wealth for more people than investing in companies. A lot of this wealth creation is...
Phil Muscatello's Top Beginner Tips for Investing in Shares
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with Phil Muscatello from the podcast 'Shares for Beginners', for a dual interview, where we compare notes about starting ...
Community Investor: Candice's Breakdown of the FIRE Movement
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak to Equity Mates community member, Candice, about her investing journey. Candice shares her experience getting started and her...
Bonus Episode: Meet Pay Love - meet the hosts of our newest podcast!
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Valentine's Day, we'll be launching our latest podcast, Meet Pay Love. In this special bonus episode, we meet our newest hosts, Carmel and Zoe, and...
Don't work for the company — instead, own the company
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Get Started Investing, We've kind of talked about this topic before, but we thought it was important to revisit WHY we invest. Because as everyday ...
The Impact of Reporting Season on the Stock Market
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Get Started Investing, the podcast where they cover ALL the basics that you need to start your investing journey. We unpack all the jargon and...
3. Broker Basics: How to Place Orders & Manage Your Portfolio Like a Pro
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use?"So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all!...
2. Broker Basics: How to Choose the Right Broker for Your Needs
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use?"So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all!...
1. Broker Basics: Fundamentals of Brokers
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use?"So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all!...
The Ultimate Broker FAQ: Everything You Need to Know
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Over three episodes, we’re going to be doing a Broker Basics with Superhero. We crowdsourced your questions from the Equity Mates Community and incl...
Bonus Episode: Meet Comedian V Economist
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Equity Mates Media is excited to be launching a new show for the Equity Mates Community.Comedian V Economist is everything you've wanted to know about...
3. ETFs For Beginners - Managing Your Portfolio w/ BetaShares
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journ...
2. ETFs For Beginners - What Are Your Options w/ BetaShares
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journ...
1. ETFs For Beginners - Basics 101 w/ BetaShares
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journ...
'Build An ETF' Shortlist & Winner Announced
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As part of the launch of our Get Started Investing: ETFs For Beginners series, we held a 'Build An ETF' competition. The rules were simple: submit an ...
From Zero to Investor: The Journey Of A Millennial Getting Into The Markets - Part 3
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Over three episodes, we track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to do. We cover the basics,...
The Ultimate Guide to ETFs for New Investors
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're about to launch our ETFs For Beginners series. Hear what it's all about and make sure you subscribe to Get Started Investing so you don't miss i...
From Zero to Investor: The Journey Of A Millennial Getting Into The Markets - Part 2
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Over three episodes, we track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to do. We cover the basics,...
From Zero to Investor: The Journey Of A Millennial Getting Into The Markets - Part 1
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Over the next three episodes, we’re going to track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to d...
Be Global, Be Different, Get Out of Your Own Way
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You've made it to the end of Get Started Investing. We hope this series has helped you get started on your investing journey.In this final episode we ...
Building an investment portfolio
12 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to build a great portfolio?This episode we debunk the myth that you need to be an expert to build a great portfolio. The truth is, i...
Tips when buying and selling
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now that you've found a company you'd like to buy, there are a few things to consider when buying, and selling.In this episode you will learn:How do I...
How to Find a Good Company
05 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've taken the plunge and put money into the stock market through an index fund. Now it is time to take the next step and buy our first company. Ther...
Knowledge is Power: Finding the right information
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the best and worst things about investing in the 21st century: there is never a shortage of information. You can find more facts and opinions o...
Pardon the Jargon: Terms you need to know
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
At Equity Mates we are the only media company with an official policy on jargon. We hate it and officially are against it. A lot of people in the fina...
Just get started: Buying an index
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Halfway through this series and we're only just getting to 'buying your first stock'.What have we been talking about... The theme of this episode is a...
First decision every investor makes: Finding a broker
22 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The first decision every investor has to make, whether you are Warren Buffett or a new investor. We all start our investing journey with the same firs...
What can we invest in?
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The beauty of investing is the world of choice that is available to you. Technology has broken down barriers and it has never been easier to access al...
Basics of Investing
15 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We understand how you might be feeling right now - that you don't know enough about investing and the markets to get started. Let us comfort you by sa...
Saving to Invest
15 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common reasons we hear from people not investing is that they don't have enough money.In this episode we will prove to you why this is...
Who We Are & Why We Invest
15 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join us and Get Started Investing with Equity Mates as we take you on a journey into the world of investing.The stockmarket brings with it amazing pot...
What Is Get Started Investing?
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We know that the world of investing can be confusing, that’s why we created this show; a jargon-free zone where we break down investing concepts in ...