The Curve
Episodes
TCW49: There’s a new IPO on the scene, Apple’s turned sour and we’re refreshing our finances for 2024.
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Although not fully switched off from holiday mode… we’re back. And to kick this year off, we look at the shiny new IPO that’s arrived on the sce...
RTC96: The delicious (and inspiring) life of Condiment Claire.
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not always easy to back yourself – to throw yourself into the unknown – but today’s guest is living proof of what can happen when you sta...
RTC95: The very best bits of 2023, part two (this one’s for you, Meg).
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2023, aka the year of incredible guests. From Jess Quinn’s inspirational chat about the cost of her prosthetic leg to Frances Cook’s life-changing...
RTC94: The very best bits of 2023, part one.
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we’re still unsure what inspired this episode (Creative genius? Laziness? A well-deserved celebration of our year, or a great way to sneak off...
TCW48: Hot tips, hot chips and hot guys in Morocco.
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today – coming to you all the way from sunny NZ and the back of Muhammed’s car – we’re wrapping up the year that’s been for some of our favo...
RTC93: Microsoft – good investment or amazing deep fake?
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Vic goes head-to-head with Alison George, our very clever and succinct friend at Australian Ethical. If you’ve listened to thi...
RTC92: What we’ve learnt in 2023.
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re rolling out a slightly different format. With 2023 nearly behind us, we’re wrapping up the year that’s been and all the lessons...
TCW47: Big shorts, big bounce-backs and big red flags.
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ahhh, December. The trees are up, the carols are cranking, and things are looking rather bright and merry in the world of finance – unless, of cours...
RTC91: Shortland Street and Elon Musk: Getting ethical with Beth Allen.
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Child actor, teenage homeowner, Shortland Street star and mum-of-three … it’s safe to say that Beth Allen (Google her face immediately, you know h...
TCW46: Black Friday, Kim K and the return of Robin Hood.
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A big week for The Curve! Soph went to the movies (and ordered nachos – questionable), Vic discovered Temu and we won a podcast award! Morale could ...
RTC90: The cost of transitioning with Allegra Bambi Haines.
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re always excited to chat to our guests, but this week Soph has quite possibly lost her mind in anticipation. To celebrate the recent Transgender...
TCW45: AI’s booming, fashion’s getting faster and crypto’s doing it dirty.
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AI scandals, dirty crypto and weeping at Singapore Airport … safe to say, it’s been a wild old week for all involved. While Vic finally touched do...
RTC89: The cost of infertility with Brett Russo.
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For so many, fertility doesn’t come easy. In fact, it can come at a huge, overwhelming and often unattainable cost. In today’s episode, we’re ta...
TCW44: Never trust a man called Dirk.
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know Vic loves a party … so to celebrate her birthday week, Soph’s bringing the party to this episode! We’re talking messages of love, a ...
RTC88: The cost of having kids (and a life) with Chancè Hindirlane.
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re looking for amazing energy, absolute honesty and a big old mindset-shift – then have we got the episode for you. Today’s guest, Chancè...
TCW43: Love, money and stopping to smell the Gherkin.
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When a founder steps down, usually so does the share price. And this week, Whitney Wolfe Herd – founder and CEO of Bumble, and the world’s younges...
RTC87: Apples for apples: Our big, curvy ethical debate.
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here at The Curve, we love ourselves a good debate – and today’s guest, Lily from Pathfinder, is an incredible (and very succinct) contender. We’...
TCW42: Canada Goose is flapping, there’s interest in Pinterest and WeWork might be WeGone.
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The S&P500’s had a big bad month, but it’s not all doom and gloom! We look at the realities of over performing and why all that goes up must, ...
RTC86: Figuring out what your rich life is with Laurie Wang.
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let us introduce you to Laurie Wang - inspiring, humble and incredibly talented. Laurie grew up in a first generation Chinese immigrant family in the ...
TCW41: Meta’s getting sued, Hong Kong’s lost its mojo and Microsoft’s doing it for the ladies.
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a bid to make finance more fun, we decided to dress up for Halloween … and instantly regretted it. Bear with us as Vic reads her notes through wo...
RTC85: How Vic made $800,000 in 6 years!
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode Vic opens up about one of the best investments she's ever made drum roll please... in property! Six years ago Vic was deported from ...
RTC84: Property Powerhouse: Nicole Bremner's wild ride with 108 property investments.
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're chatting with Nicole Bremner, the financial wizard juggling a share in 18 properties. Fun fact: Ross from Friends once tried...
RTC83: The Psychology of Money: Earn by day, sleep like a baby by night.
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vic’s decided to build herself a library (complete with old-timey ladders, naturally) and the first book on the shelf is without a doubt going to be...
TCW40: Birks are down, women are out of pocket, and Soph might be in for more baggage.
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Since entering the stock market with their IPO, Birkenstock have gone from smokin’ hot to a little bit not – but why the fall from grace? Meanwhil...
RTC82: The Millionaire’s Wife: Freedom, feminism and $80 lattes.
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ok everyone, this one’s a bit different. In today’s episode, we’re talking to viral TikTok sensation, Linda Andrade – aka ‘The Millionaire’...
RTC81: Hot Property! Myths, mortgages and margaritas.
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today at Curve HQ we’ve got property myths, ping pong bats and mortgage-wizard Laura from Lighthouse Financial … that’s right, it’s our first ...
TCW39: Why we’re breaking from tradition to take a little look at politics.
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we usually avoid the murky old waters of politics, with the New Zealand election happening this week we thought it was a good time to talk parti...
RTC80: Let’s get ethical: Putting your money where your morals are.
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s World Investor Week! To celebrate we’re partnering with the FMA (the investing-police) to share a really important (and interesting, we promi...
TCW38: Costco’s pumping, Nike’s jumping, and Tay-Tay’s raining gold on the NFL.
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While September has been a bit of a (predicted) shocker, it’s not all bad news out there. Despite the ongoing struggles of the cozzie-livs, a few bi...
RTC79: Manifesting the life you've always wanted with Roxie Nafousi.
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you don't know her already, let us introduce you to Roxie Nafousi. She was described by The Times as 'the face of manifesting' and wow wow wow - wh...
TCW37: Good news! Inflation’s coming down, Disneyland’s still cool, and it’s a big month for hot guys in sandals.
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re saying goodbye to doom and gloom by bringing you a few juicy titbits to brighten up your Monday. First of all – Birkenstocks. Eve...
RTC78: The cost of being a woman: the endometriosis edition.
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING: hysterectomy. Today’s episode is an exploration on the financial cost of being a woman, thanks to Eve Wellness. For 1/9 women, Endo...
TCW36: Cranking side-hustles, a hairy week for Airbnb and another big win for AI.
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bonjour! This week, Vic’s getting bougie in St Tropez, Soph’s having serious croissant withdrawals and it seems the global IPO drought may finally...
RTC77: Why we’re no longer talking about retirement.
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re anything like us, when you hear the word ‘retirement’, your mind goes straight to the rest home: long lonely days, wiry greys, and end...
TCW35: Sour apples for China, sexy dividends for OnlyFans and the lucrative rise of female fever.
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the ongoing US vs China big-dog showdown, China has banned the use iPhones for all government officials, leaving Apple shareholders (and everyone e...
RTC76: Limes and tequila: Vic + Soph’s weekly spending revealed
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The self-proclaimed 'Millionaires Wife', AKA Linda Andrade is a TikTok sensation known for her outrageous spending habits. She posted a video recently...
TCW34: The Danish pharma-giant taking the world by storm, and how literal storms are adding to inflation.
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re dealing with a bit of doom and gloom – but don’t worry, Vic still has some great jokes to rehash! We’re talking ra...
RTC75: Shit … do we need wills?
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap in, people. In today’s episode we’re going slightly rogue and vaguely uncomfortable. We’re talking money (obviously), scandal (yes please)...
TCW33: Is there a run on the stock market or are Gen Z just not buying shoes?
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bad news comes in threes for Soph this week and then she finds out how her Netflix shares would be looking if she hadn’t sold them back in June…✨...
RTC74: My Grandma left behind a million dollar portfolio
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we talk about intergenerational wealth, and how you can leave it behind. Soph's very clever Grandmother started investing 50 years a...
TCW32: How much do the FIFA Women's World Cup winners earn?
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much do you think the Spanish team got paid for winning the FIFA Women’s World Cup? We hit the streets of East London this weekend to ask a few ...
RTC73: Plastic Fantastic: How Visa, Mastercard & Amex are doing on the stock market.
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you swiped your Visa, Mastercard or American Express today? Well, so have BILLIONS of other people. These companies are so familiar to us that we...
TCW31 - Disney’s getting greedy, China’s deflating and everyone’s living with their parents.
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s trip around the globe, we look at French takeover offers, the home-life of Brits in their 30s and why we all need China to stay inflated....
RTC72: The Power of the Prenup (and the cost of being Kevin Costner)
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In case you haven’t seen the news lately, Yellowstone star Kevin Costner has found himself in some seriously hot water – all thanks to a little pi...
TCW30: 115 million reasons to think about renting your house out on Airbnb and HOT GOSS on why Vic doesn’t invest in airlines.
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever thought about renting your house out on Airbnb, now would be a good time because more than 300,000 years worth of nights were booked ...
RTC71: London Life Lessons: money, men and makeshift music.
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 5 of Raising The Curve! We can't wait to share all of the incredible guests *from all over the world* with you, but first, the girls...
TCW29: Reporting season, baby! Highs, lows and Google hash browns.
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘Tis (still) the season for reporting – and Vic’s (still) absolutely pumped. We cover big dogs on the rise, the inevitable decline of Snapchat, ...
TCW28: Grab the popcorn, big stock market moves!
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You'd think Christmas, New Years Eve or maybe even her birthday would be Vic's favourite time of the year...nope! Our favourite finance geek LOVES whe...
TCW27: Why Vic is popping the champagne (and Soph isn't drinking it)! The fastest growing app ever, and China the outlier.
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
FINALLY some good news with interest rates for home owners. Vic also shares some stats on the fastest growing app ever, what's happening in China that...
TCW26: Mark Zuckerberg had a baby and Elon Musk did NOT send flowers
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We know you would have heard by now, but there's a new scroll-worthy social media app in town. If you don’t already know about Mark Zuckerberg’s n...
RTC70: Embracing your broken pieces and buying expensive shoes with Sarah Lindsay
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After moving across the world to New Zealand with her partner Josh, British born Sarah Lindsay didn’t set out to own a yoga studio, she set out to f...
TCW25: Tom Hanks inspired our new investing strategy!
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Curve weekly there is a LOT going on. Vic gives us a mid-year stock market update, explains why Bitcoin is up 90%, talks about the latest CEO ...
RTC69: Changing your money mindset with the friend that paid for Soph’s bus ticket.
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get yourself a non-judgemental friend like Ella Gordon Latty. She was the person Soph messaged when she couldn’t pay for her bus ticket recently. We...
TCW24: We know when we'll reach gender equality! Spoiler: it's 131 years.
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stats that have come out about gender inequality, and how long it's going to take to disappear completely. News flash - it's f*cking ages. We talk abo...
RTC68: The $100,000 reason you need to sort your retirement fund TODAY.
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Margaritas on the beach in Mexico? Spending time with your Grandchildren? No matter how you picture your ideal retirement, your KiwiSaver is going to ...
TCW23: Don't panic, but we are officially in a recession
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone freaking out that NZ is officially in a recession, and other countries around the world are close, firstly - take a deep breath. In this ep...
RTC67: Low-maintenance investing and how the $100 challenge could make you RICH in 40 years with Bryce & Alec from Equity Mates
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s hear it for the boys! Our first male guests on the pod - Bryce and Alec from Equity Mates AKA one of Australia's top podcasts! In this episode...
TCW22: Why the crypto market is like a naughty teenager and Australia’s surprise interest rate announcement
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Coming to you live from our Italian rooftop! In this week’s The Curve Weekly we discuss some pretty big teething issues happening across the Crypto ...
RTC66: Cash baggies and other millennial money saving tips with Sharyn Casey
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we tell you it features tequila shots and cameo’s from Sophie’s latest mystery man, you might mistake this episode for a Thursday night out a...
TCW22: Why and how is AI impacting money, biz + the markets!
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly Vic and Soph are on the other side of the world! Coming to you live (well not really live), from the UK! So this week the ...
RTC65: Vic spills the ☕ on the size of her mortgage and what's going on in the property market
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed crickets with all the (lack of) property market chat lately? Well, it's because house prices are going one way right now - down! Fo...
TCW21: A mid-year check in on what's hot and what's not in the money, business + finance world
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly, we look at how the stock market has performed this year to date. Luxury brands have taken a dive, there was a really impo...
RTC64: How a money diary can change your life with Frances Cook
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk to fellow podcaster Frances Cook from Cooking the Books! She talks about how difficult it can be to save money in the current ...
TCW20: US debt through the roof, Burberry stock and big NZ budget changes!
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly, we zoom around the world in 15 minutes! There's been huge news in the UK, the US and NZ - all of which has seriously impa...
RTC63: A guide to adulting - Getting your Plan B sorted before it’s too late
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you like Soph and have selective hearing every time someone mentions the word insurance? Traditionally insurance is just like all other areas of f...
TCW19: SUPER incredible news has come out of the UK for women in the workplace
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly we are coming to you live from the bush in Raglan (Vic's nature getaway), and mountains in Arrowtown (Soph's nature getawa...
RTC62: Jess Quinn talks about the price of losing her leg (literally)
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we were lucky enough to speak to the ever inspirational Jess Quinn. At the age of 9 she battled cancer and ever since has been a pilla...
TCW18: Adidas is making a comeback after ditching Kanye West!
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly we talk about the Adidas stock which has gone up 30% after ditching Kanye West and his Yeezy line, and Vic explains why Ap...
RTC61: How to invest during a recession with Izzy Truman
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With all the uncertainty in the economy you might be considering how to balance your spicy investments vs conservative ones. Or maybe you're wondering...
TCW17: Is AI taking over the world, the NASDAQ comeback and a new IPO!
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks Curve Weekly it looks like a lot of acronyms, but basically we had a BIG (and good) week for the NASDAQ (the New York Stock Exchange) wh...
RTC60: How to negotiate a pay rise with Meggie Palmer
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does the thought of approaching your boss for a pay rise make you want to run for the hills? Turns out you're not alone - almost a third of The Curve ...
TCW16: Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds are surprisingly clever with their money!
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Curve weekly there were lots of famous people making headlines. We talk about Taylor Swift + Ryan Reynolds genius investing decisions...
RTC59: Pfizer - a very stiff competitor 😏
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You better believe there are a fair few penis jokes in this episode, and that's because we looked at the Pfizer stock! The company who first invented ...
TCW15: LVMH is killing it, the UK economy is battling away, and France have raised their retirement age!
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Curve Weekly Vic updates us on what the markets are doing around the world, some scary news about the UK + US economies, and what France raisi...
RTC58: Amy Fraser on balancing family and career when life doesn't go according to plan
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven’t yet met the powerhouse that is Amy Fraser, then you’re welcome in advance. Amy is the founder of OKREAL, a coach, mentor and mum of...
TCW14: An expensive Easter, Apple's secret and Aesop is now public!
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Curve Weekly Vic explains why you might have noticed Easter was extra expensive this year, a big update with one of the world's biggest...
RTC57: Everything you need to know about prenups
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-nup? Or Pre-yup? You might be wondering whether or not you need a prenup. Or maybe you're wondering how the hell to bring up such an awkward conve...
TCW13: All the bits and bobs of the stock market (including chats on miracle pimple patches!)
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks Curve Weekly we managed to keep it to 10 mins! That was always the plan for this pod, short and snappy - but somehow we always struggle ...
TCW12: Crypto is back in vogue and there's a battle of the sneaker giants
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last year cryptocurrency fell off a cliff, and in this Curve Weekly Vic explains why it seems to be climbing back up again. The Adidas and Nike stocks...
TCW11: The economy might be up shit creek but it's not all bad...
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have been wondering how far up shit creek we are in terms of the overall global economy... especially after the two major bank meltdowns last ...
TCW10: A BIG week for the banks. Is your money safe?
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the weekend a big bank in the US (SVB - Silicon Valley Bank) fell over, which hasn't happened since the Great Financial Crisis. Questions have be...
RTC56: Why does the gender pay gap exist and how can we change it?
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this International Women's Day Special, we were lucky enough to speak to the CEO of Spark Jolie Hodson. Wild fact - Spark is the only company in th...
TCW9: Why the oil price is skyrocketing and who pays for what when it comes to weddings!
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many things were discussed in this episode, including a fair amount of wedding chat as both Vic and Soph attended one this weekend. Who should pay for...
RTC55: An inspiring and incredibly important conversation with the Māori Millionaire
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An inspiring and incredibly important conversation with Te Kahukura AKA The Māori Millionaire. At just 8 years old she read the iconic investing bo...
TCW8: The worst week in markets and how investing has nothing to do with maths....
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Soph loved this episode - she learnt (and laughed) lots. Vic talks about the future of retailing + how investing has nothing to do with maths (she alw...
RTC54: How to save for BIG TICKET items
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about Soph's big money goal of wanting to buy a new car. It's been something she's wanted for years, but felt too embarrassed ...
TCW7: Another inflation update and what some of the BEST investors are investing in
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Curve Weekly we get a quick market and inflation update and talk about a recent [and quite weird] investment decision that Warren Buffet. Bein...
RTC53: JJ Feeney on money, mental health + sharing finances with her ex-husband
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our Mindful Miniseries we were lucky enough to speak to JJ Feeney, the queen of radio. She talks candidly about her relationship wi...
RTC52: Forget Love Languages, let's talk Money Languages!
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard about love languages but have you heard about money languages? In this bonus podcast ep we talk to BraveFace's resident psychologist D...
TCW6: A company at the top and bottom of The Curve
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Curve Weekly we talk about the the Disney stock! Vic explains why it's at the top of The Curve, as well as why Lyft (Ubers competitor) is at t...
RTC51: Building resilience with your money when times are tough with Kayla Gordine
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our Mindful Miniseries we interview the amazing Kayla Gordine about her journey with wealth (and health). She is an absolute ...
TCW5: The best way to grow your $$ and why the NASDAQ is soaring!
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you've had a relaxing Waitangi weekend. In this Curve Weekly we talk about the NASDAQ (one of the main US indexes) which is doing really well,...
RTC50: Why are our finances + mental health so intertwined?
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode in our new mindful miniseries, where we interview four amazing women and talk about all things mental health + wealth. In th...
TCW4: Who might be the next Google and a (depressing) inflation update
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It may be a public holiday in NZ but AS IF we would take a day off The Curve Weekly! In this weeks episode we talk about ChatGPT which is apparently g...
TCW3: Travel getting cheaper (yay!), Google cutting staff and Netflix making a comeback
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-warning: we were both QUITE sleep deprived when recording this ep. In hindsight recording every Monday morning may not have been the cleverest pla...
TCW2: Apple, Tesla and Disney move the stock market higher & recession ow more?
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this ep it was another good week in the stock market which we love to see. Big news with Apple, Tesla, Disney and crypto that you'll want to know a...
TCW1: Welcome to our new podcast, The Curve Weekly!
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're so excited to bring you this new Curve podcast! With weekly 10-minute episodes, we're going to give you all the money, business + the stock mark...
RTC49: One of the biggest frauds in US history - explained in layman terms
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This scandal is almost too ridiculous to be true. At the time of this podcast being recorded, Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX (a crypto trading ...
RTC48: A deep dive into the Meta stock + why it's fallen 60%
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook (Meta’s) share price fell 60% in 2022! But what does that mean if you own shares? We obviously can’t tell you what to do with your portfo...
RTC47: Why you shouldn't panic if your portfolio isn't doing well
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's really important to remember in times of uncertainty not panic sell or buy. If you're seeing a lot of your investments go down, remember blips ha...