Strong Money Podcast
Episodes
39. How Will AI Affect Financial Independence?
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my thoughts on what impacts AI could have on the idea of financial independence. We'll discuss the changing job environment, ...
38. The Power of Momentum on Your FI Journey (Beyond the Math)
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down how momentum works outside the numbers, and why it’s so powerful on your FI journey. We’ll talk about identity,...
37. Saving or Investing - What Actually Makes You Rich?
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m unpacking an often debated topic - is it more important to focus on saving or investing? More importantly, which one will ...
36. Achievement vs Enjoyment After FI (how to have both)
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dig into the tension between achievement and enjoyment, why it’s hard to slow down after reaching a big goal like FI, and ho...
35. Semi-Retirement: Your Shortcut to Freedom
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down why semi-retirement can be an excellent alternative strategy for freedom. I explore a concept called the 50% rule, a fra...
34. Business Principles For Your Personal Finances
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share 7 business principles you can apply to your finances, so you can run your life like a well-managed company, and move towards ...
33. How to level up your finances and life in 2026
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I walk you through a simple but powerful reset to start the year. How to upgrade your mindset, your money, and your lifestyle in such...
32. How to Actually Pull the Plug and Leave Work
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down some of the common fears around leaving work, and I give you some practical guidelines to follow so you can confidently ...
31. The Lost Art of Moderation
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I unpack the underrated power of moderation - and why it might be the single most valuable skill for building wealth and freedom.You ...
30. Lessons from being 'retired' in my 30s (Part 2)
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a few more lessons and reflections from having freedom in my 30s. Not everyone gets this type of experience, and it has...
29. How to Guarantee You Beat Inflation and End Up Rich
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down how to guarantee you beat inflation and 5 different strategies to position yourself to ensure you always come out ahead....
28. Why You Won't Be 'Priced Out' of the Housing Market
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain why as long as you’re half decent with money, you are NOT going to be priced out of the housing market - despite what the...
27. The Inconvenient Truth About ‘Cost of Living’
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm sharing a viewpoint that might make you uncomfortable. Despite all the talk about cost of living, Australians today have roughly ...
26. Making Big Money From Little Changes (Part 3)
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're covering four more strategies that could be worth roughly $1 million dollars over 20 years. Some of these go against convention...
25. Earning More vs Spending Less
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm diving into one of the biggest debates in personal finance: should you focus on earning more money or spending less? Both sides h...
24. What If Everyone Pursued Financial Independence?
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm tackling one of the biggest objections to the FIRE movement: what if everyone did this? What if everyone became frugal, retired e...
23. How I'd Reach Financial Independence Starting Today
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm answering one of the more common questions I get: could I actually repeat what I've done if I started from scratch right now?&nbs...
22. Getting Your Spouse On Board with FIRE
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're tackling what might be the trickiest part of pursuing FIRE - getting your spouse on board when they don’t seem interested. We...
21. Rent vs Buy - Your Complete Guide to Making the Best Choice
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I look at renting vs buying through the lens of financial independence. I break down the true costs and long term outcomes of both st...
20. Making Big Money From Little Changes (Part 2)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into some simple but powerful ways you can make big strides toward financial independence… all by making some relati...
19. The FIRE Mindset: A Life-Changing Philosophy
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we unpack what I call the FIRE mindset. I break down the key differences between how most people think about money and how the F...
18. Turn Your Income into Effortless Wealth
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down how to make saving, investing, and even paying off your mortgage effortless.We’ll explore five powerful automation st...
17. Die With Zero: Key Takeaways for the FIRE Community
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my takeaways from the book Die With Zero — one of the most talked-about finance books of the last decade.We’ll go through...
16. How Consumerism Turned Us Into Money-Spending Slaves
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down the evolution of consumerism, and how it’s changed and adapted over time. I’ll explain why it keeps people stu...
15. How to Become Rich and Happy (In One Podcast)
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how to achieve both wealth and happiness. I’ll discuss why they’re interconnected, and how focusing on one can ac...
14. Lessons From Retiring At 28
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some of the early lessons and realisations from quitting my job in 2017. Some of these are things I should’ve known, b...
13. How to Beat FOMO and Create Your Own Path to Wealth
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the challenge of balancing enjoyment now with building for the future, and how to prioritize what truly matters. Plu...
12. Should You Pay Off Your Home, Invest, or Debt Recycle?
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll discuss whether it's better to pay down your mortgage, invest, or debt recycle during a period of higher interest rates. ...
11. Making Big Money From Little Changes
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into some simple but powerful ways you can make big strides toward financial independence.All by making some relativel...
10. The Wealth Illusion: Acting Rich vs Being Rich
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore what I call the wealth illusion. That is, the number of people who look and act wealthy, yet have very little to thei...
9. The Biggest Mistakes and Traps to Avoid As You Build Wealth
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll explore some of the common mistakes and traps people fall into on their way to Financial independence. I’ll share how...
8. Questions, Complaints & Criticisms About Retiring Early
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll tackle some of the pushback and criticisms people have about the idea of retiring early. I’ll address the doubts, con...
7. Seven Steps to FI That Anyone Can Follow
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll walk you through the key steps to making your financial independence plans come to life. We’ll look at the process of ...
6. The Great Divergence (Get Ahead or Get Left Behind)
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a phenomenon I’ve named the Great Divergence — the growing divide in society between those who are taking control of...
5. Do You Need to Own A Home to Retire Early?
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into whether owning a paid-off home is a necessary part of financial independence. We'll weigh the benefits of both rent...
4. How to Spend More While Still Getting Richer
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore how it's possible to spend more as your wealth increases without derailing your path to financial independence. We’...
3. If the FIRE Journey Makes You Miserable, You’re Doing it Wrong
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the myth that achieving financial independence means you miss out enjoying life. I share a few examples of ...
2. The Art of Making Smart Money Decisions
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my personal framework for making smarter money decisions. Instead of just giving you random instructions, I’ll walk yo...
1. A Brief History of My Wealth-Building Journey and Life After FI
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, I give a brief rundown of my journey to financial independence - where I came from, the ups and downs along the way, and what life ...
Welcome to the Strong Money Podcast
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Strong Money Podcast!I’m Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia, and in this new solo podcast, I'll be turning some of my most importan...