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812 breaking ETF news: Betashares HBRD changes & Vanguard takes on IVV
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking ETF news you actually need to know! Vince Scully unpacks major changes to HBRD and whether Vanguard’s new S&P 500 ETF is worth switchin...
811 should you really dollar cost average your investments?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dollar cost averaging is often promoted as the safest investing strategy but is it actually the best one? In this episode Vince breaks down where the ...
810 why this strategy is flawed (especially for Aussies)
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vince unpacks where the 4% rule came from and why it may not apply to Australian investors, especially early retirees. 👉🏽 what ...
809 core & satellite investing: smart strategy or overhyped?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Vince breaks down where the core and satellite investing strategy came from, why it became so popular, and whether it genuinely adds v...
808 rebalancing your portfolio vs riding winners: what actually works?
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should you rebalance your portfolio or are you watering the weeds and cutting the flowers as Peter Lynch would say? In this episode Vince Scully unpac...
807 global & US equities (investing principles 11/11)
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Vince Scully looks beyond Australia to the global and US index funds available on the market. He covers:👉🏼 the global market ...
806 ethical investing: does ESG actually make a difference?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ethical investing and ESG sound appealing but do they actually make a difference? Vince Scully breaks down the reality of ESG-aware investing - why pe...
805 investing in real estate & infrastructure (investing principles 10/11)
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate and infrastructure play a powerful role in diversified portfolios. Vince Scully explains how they work, how they perform in downturns, and...
804 bonds & fixed interest (investing principles 9/11)
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are bonds the boring cousin of other investment options? Not entirely. In this episode Vince Scully unpacks what you need to know about bonds and fixe...
803 investing in gold (investing principles 8/11)
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gold has delivered strong returns and big headlines but is it really worth holding and is bitcoin really digital gold? Vince unpacks:👉🏼 why gold...
802 investing in Australian equities: home bias, franking credits & ETF choices (investing principles 7/11)
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should Aussie investors stick close to home or look offshore? In this episode Vince breaks down home bias, franking credits, ASX concentration and how...
801 choose your weapon: ETFs, LICs & managed funds (investing principles 6/11)
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
ETFs, managed funds or LICs, which one should you actually choose? Vince breaks down the real differences between each structure, how tax and pricing ...
747 what's an index and why should you care (investing principles 5/11)
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Vince Scully breaks down how market indexes were created, how they’re constructed and how to use them effectively as an investor. He...
746 building the ideal portfolio (investing principles 4/11)
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the investing principles series, Vince Scully walks through how to actually choose funds for your investment portfolio that fit ...
745 understanding & embracing risk (investing principles 3/4)
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vince unpacks one of the biggest misconceptions in investing - the difference between real risk and day to day volatility. He also br...
744 the 5 B's to investing + why invest in gold (investing principles 2/4)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vince breaks down the 5 Bs which make up the core building blocks of every investment portfolio: bills, bonds, bullion, bricks and businesses + 6 comm...
743 introducing a new host! + inflation, returns & your investing why (investing principles 1/4)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vince Scully kicks off a new era of this is investing with a back to basics 4-part series. In this episode Vince looks at why we invest in the first p...
742 the 10 questions with Sim Kaur from Friends That Invest
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Glen puts Simran Kaur from Friends That Invest in the hot seat with his signature 10 questions. They chat about:👉 what makes a successful investor👉...
741 passive income and life on your own terms
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Glen and Nick Bradley get real about passive income, touching on:👉🏾 Nick’s $180k income target in Spain👉🏼 hat’s truly...
740 the 10 questions with Jenny from @worththehappiness
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While at FinCon 2025 in Portland, Oregon, Glen James caught up with finance coach and educator, Jenny from @worththehappiness. Glen asked Jenny:👉🏾...
739 should I move from Raiz Invest to Betashares Direct?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should anon move their $8k share portfolio from Raiz Invest to DHHF on the BetaShares Direct platform? Glen shares his thoughts, touching on:👉 anon...
738 investing in silver & other precious metals
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Silver’s been having a moment lately, but is it really worth the hype? Glen dives into what’s driving the buzz and what it could mean for your inv...
737 the 10 questions with Bryce & Alec from Equity Mates
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alec Renehan and Bryce Leske from the popular Equity Mates investing podcast join Glen in this episode to answer the 10 questions! Plus, a chat about ...
736 selling an investment property, $400k cash: offset vs invest?
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Glen answers a listener’s question about selling an investment property and what to do with the proceeds. With around $400k expected after debts, th...
735 the 10 questions with Queenie Tan
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finance content creator (@investwithqueenie) and author Queenie Tan joins Glen in this episode to answer 10 questions:👉🏾 what makes a successful...
734 the 10 questions with Brian Parker
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Glen interviews Brian Parker, Chief Economist at Australian Retirement Trust in a quick-fire Q&A. Okay... so it's not quite 10 questions, but clos...
733 the 10 questions with Vince Scully
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short and sharp money Q&A, Glen chats with Vince Scully about what makes a good investor, mortgage or invest?, what "making it" with money...
732 turning your home into an investment property
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of moving out and renting your home? In this episode, Glen James is joined by Rachelle Kroon to unpack the steps you need to take when turnin...
731 should I invest only in Australia?
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should you invest only in Australian equities? Glen shares his thoughts.Learn to be a better investor with Glen and Nick’s book, 'The Quick St...
730 how to get comfortable with investing risk
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Investing always involves some level of risk but how do you get comfortable with that? Glen unpacks why education, diversification and experience are ...
729 how to get out of analysis paralysis and start investing
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck on the sidelines because you're afraid to make the wrong investment move? Glen shares some strategies for tackling analysis paralysis to...
728 the 10 random stocks quietly crushing the market
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Nick’s final episode of this is investing before he kicks off his new YouTube show, 15 Minute Money! Before handing the mic over to Glen Jame...
727 Glen interviews Nick Bradley + announcement of future plans
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Glen's hijacking the mic to interview Nick about his FIRE journey, investing lessons, and what’s next. They chat about regrets (like paying of...
726 I'm selling SCHD & exploring 3 other high-income ETFs
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SCHD has been one of my core dividend holdings for years but it is now time to look into new options with a higher dividend yield. Let's analyse 3 str...
725 Peter Lynch's stock-picking strategy
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Lynch is one of the most successful and well-known investors in history, widely recognised for his tenure as the manager of the Fidelity Magella...
724 the psychology of investing
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever make an investment and then regret it right away? Ever fight FOMO? Well on today's show we dive into 5 practical steps to keep a cool head and ma...
723 the top 5 cyber security stocks
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CrowdStrike, FTNT, Datadog and... well take a listen as Nick nails down the top 5 cyber security stocks.Nick & Glen’s book 'The Quick Start-Guid...
722 which of these tech stocks are the best buy?
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AMD, GOOG, ASML which tech growth stock is right for your portfolio?Nick & Glen’s book 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' is available here: &...
721 this stock is up 100% YTD
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HIMS is up 96% in the last month. What is the deal and is this stock worth a look for our portfolios? Nick does a deep dive on HIMS to find out.Nick &...
720 what the GFC, COVID crash & Black Monday can teach investors
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Nick breaks down The Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas Taleb - one of the most influential investing books of our time. From the GFC to the COVID cr...
719 investing in robots: hype or the next big thing?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Humanoid robots might sound like sci-fi, but they’re coming fast and investors are paying attention. In this episode, Nick breaks down why humanoid ...
718 is this the next wave in AI?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the AI boom over or just getting started? Nick talks through how to make money now and points us towards the future. Dystopian? We will find out.Ni...
717 how three friends turned $30k into $30 million
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Nick dives into the story of Dumb Money, a trio of everyday investors who made millions during the chaos of 2020. From betting big on...
716 how Nick's magic investing formula is going one year later
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last April, Nick conducted an experiment by following the advice from a popular investing book. The journey began in Episode 616: The little book that...
715 passive income from the stock market? here’s how Mark does it
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Nick chats with ex-hedge fund manager, options trader and educator Mark Yegge about how he uses covered calls and in-the-money leaps to gen...
714 I asked ChatGPT for stock advice
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Desperate times call for desperate measures. The markets are as wonky as Donald Trump's hairline and when the crazy American president is causing chao...
713 more than 90% of analysts say to buy these 10 stocks
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love a good Black Friday sale? Some of your best stocks are 20-25% off right now. Are they value buys are bear traps in the waiting? Nick unpac...
712 nvidia’s latest investment moves
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nvidia (ticker symbol NVDA) invests in companies just like the rest of us. In today’s episode, we unpack six of their most recent investment moves. ...
711 historic stock comebacks that shocked the market
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever watched a stock plunge 20, 30, or even 50% and assumed it was a lost cause? Well on today’s episode Nick breaks down six stocks that defied the...
710 why founder-led companies can be stock market game-changers
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Founder-led companies such as Apple, Microsoft and Amazon often bring vision, innovation, and long-term focus. In this episode, Nick dives into four l...
709 why the market always goes up + how to buy the dip
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When markets are down, many investors freak out. But should they? In this episode, Nick breaks down why the stock market is designed to go up over tim...
708 are the Magnificent 7 still magnificent?
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are the Mag 7 still magnificent, or is their best growth behind them? Nick dives into the latest numbers, breaks down whether these tech giants are ov...
707 the best investments I’ve found for passive income
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Nick's neverending search for more passive income, he has come upon some new income-producing funds to talk about today.Nick’s book 'The Quick St...
706 invest like the Amish
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ok, maybe that was a clickbait title but Brandon does have Amish in the family so it's not that far off! Today Nick chats with an American banker and ...
705 building a simple Aussie ETF portfolio (6 funds, less stress)
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 703, Nick covered 6 American-based ETFs so today's episode is for the Aussies! Nick rants about tariffs and DeepSeek before diving into 6 A...
704 back to the basics: why you NEED to invest
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Memes about living in your parent's basement might be funny, until that's your reality because you can't afford otherwise. The best way to avoid that?...
703 simplify your investing strategy with these 6 ETFs
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we need to just make things easier! Today, Nick covers 6 ETFs that you could put on autopilot to change your wealth.Nick’s latest book 'Th...
702 bitcoin ETFs with INSANE dividend yields: crazy, genius or both?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we review some newish ETFs based on Bitcoin that have INSANE dividend yields. Nick looks at the companies who created them and how they make inc...
701 hit or miss? did Barron's 2024 stock picks perform?
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We began last year by reviewing Barron's top 10 stocks for 2024 - let's review them a year on to see how they actually performed.Nick’s latest book ...
best of 2024: 5 financial goals before you turn 40
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No new episode this week, but this one’s worth a replay – trust usHere are 5 good goals to have settled before you turn the big 4-0 (or any age!)....
best of 2024: websites that will help you be a better investor or trader
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back by popular demand – enjoy this replay from earlier in the year.Let's dive into some top-tier websites that can help you in your investing life ...
best of 2024: bonds + bond ETFs: either, neither or both?
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Missed this one? Here’s your chance to catch up on a must-listen from earlier in the yearLet's take a look at the world of boring old bonds and bond...
650 best and worst stocks from 2024
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the end of the year, there may still be a few weeks remaining, but indications are already emerging regarding the standout performers a...
649 how to sound smart at christmas dinner
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we will discuss general advice, focusing on the Top 25 Investing Quotes of all time, featuring a special guest, Glen James.Nick’s latest book...
648 can bitcoin reduce portfolio risk?
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's widely acknowledged that bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies carry risks. However, consensus on this point is not universal. Despite the perceived...
647 mastering entry points, dollar cost averaging + market timing strategies
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s show, we explore the results of several investment strategies, including Dollar Cost Averaging, the 50/100 Day Moving Average, and the co...
646 do you own these cheap and high-quality stocks? part 2
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In last week's episode, Nick explored 5 out of 10 high-quality companies that are cheap right now. Let's take a look at the next 5 stocks - TSM, PEP, ...
645 do you own these cheap and high-quality stocks?
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some high-quality companies that may not be commonly recognised as dividend stocks are offering buying opportunities. In today's episode, we will exam...
644 top 5 companies to buy and hold forever
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A popular YouTuber recently posted a video featuring their top five 'buy and hold forever' companies. I'd like to review their selections, then compil...
643 how I subsidise my income with options
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick discusses his experience with options selling, focusing on how to use cash-secured puts and covered calls to generate extra income.Nick’s lates...
642 TSLA lays an egg
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elon's highly anticipated RoboTaxi event generated a lot of excitement, but ultimately, it delivered very little. Nick’s latest book 'The Quick Star...
641 boring companies that beat the S&P 500 this decade
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe owning sexy tech stocks is necessary to outperform the S&P 500's returns? Think again. These 7 unexciting companies have outperform...
640 election stock trades to consider
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who will win Harris or Trump? Who cares let's make money either way!Nick’s latest book 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' is available here:  ...
639 are bonds back? finding value in a shifting market
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With central banks around the world cutting interest rates, some big investors are looking into bonds. Let's see what we can learn.Nick’s latest boo...
638 diving into Wendy's dividends: a good buy?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Big news at Wendy's - a new CEO, a new chairman. Is this positive or negative news and will Nick add Wendy's to his dividend portfolio?Nick’s latest...
637 a closer look into Diageo and Airbnb
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick and Glen's book, 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvDiageo and Airbnb - two companies with great upsi...
636 Hindenburg shorts SMCI
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The latest victim to fall to Hindenburg is the data center tech company SCMI.Nick’s latest book 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' is available he...
635 super investor quarterly moves
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's take a moment to review the 13F filings of super investors.Nick’s latest book 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' is available here: ht...
634 the 3 growth stocks that aren't growing
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
These 3 stocks were once the fastest-growing companies, but have experienced significant declines in the past year. Let's delve deeper to determine if...
633 dividend stocks near 52 week lows
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at 4 dividend stocks near their 52 week lows to see if they are a value to maybe add into a portfolio or are they a value trap?Nick’s ...
632 the 4 things Blackrock is looking at
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BlackRock is a major investment firm, so when they mention focusing on 4 areas, we should consider doing the same. Today, we will.Nick’s latest book...
631 investing in coal
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wind power in the USA just passed coal for the first time. So why is a mega investor buying up so much of a coal company?Nick’s latest book 'The Qui...
630 what is the Russell 1000?
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, we dive into the value index called the Russell 1000. With all the craziness in AI and a top-heavy S&P 500, the Russell 1000 migh...
629 Mr. Wonderful's portfolio
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin O'Leary is a wealthy businessman and investor who rose to fame on America's Shark Tank TV show. While he is known for his shrewdness on the show...
628 should you pick stocks from an AI Instagram post?
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In December 2023 an Ai instagram post picked three stocks that did poorly in 2023 and made a pitch that they might recover well in 2024. We are 1/2 th...
627 let's learn from an early crypto investor
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to Kyle about his journey in crypto. Kyle started investing in 2017 into Ethereum and has seen some wild things in Crypto. What are his ...
626 is this market overpriced?
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we hear from Blackrock's Rick Reider about current mrket conditions and then we look at 2 value based indicators to see if they agree with Rick'...
625 will the S&P hit 5600 by year end?
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
People are making claims of a 5600 S&P that seems in the bag. What else can we learn from the so called professsionals on wall street?Have a quest...
624 Roaring Kittie, GME and Intel
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, we diversify into a few different topics. Roaring Kittie is back. GME is still a bad stock and Intel might be poised for a comeback.H...
623 lessons from the book "Invested"
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Personal Finance Made Accessible: "Invested" offers a refreshing take on personal finance, making complex investing concepts accessible to readers of ...
622 a guest who doesn't invest
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick sits down with a friend Aaron who has never bought a share. We dive into what he is affraid of and why it is so hard with the Gen Z's to invest.H...
621 Terry Smith's investing philosophy
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's take a look at how the British investor Terry Smith, often likened to Warren Buffett, goes about buying stocks. Have a question or topic for the...
620 dividend portfolios! are they simple enough to live off?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick has dreams of warmer weather in Southern Spain. But can he create a portfolio that generates enough Dividend income to support his family? We fin...
619 should you invest in stock splits?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chipotle Announces a HUGE 50:1 stock split, so what does that mean? Let's talk about itHave a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook ...
618 what's up with TSLA?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TSLA is one of the most volatile blue chips stocks out there. Is this a car company or a Tech company and either way, is this a good stock for your po...
617 how podcast listener Maxene invests
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show we get to know a long time listener Maxene Ryan. We will hear her investing journey and take a look into her plans for the future.Have...
616 the little book that beats the market
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joel Greenblatt wrote a book a long time ago and made some big claims on getting rich. How does his research stack up?Have a question or topic for the...
615 three investing GOATS and their top 5 holdings
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Buffett, Dalio, Druckenmiller's top 5 investmentsHave a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.This podcast is produced and pub...
614 AMZN is now in the DOW, sell the news?
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're chatting about Amazon, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and how to make some real $$.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our...
613 bitcoin is BACK! (with Glen James)
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're going to the moon (again) baby! Nick and Glen have a chat about the resurgence in crypto.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our F...