In this episode of Get Rich, Molly Benjamin sits down with finance journalist and creator Chris Kohler (700k+ on Instagram) to unpack the sneaky ways Australians lose money without even noticing. Based on Chris’s book How They Get You, this chat covers the everyday “money traps” hiding in plain sight, from subscription creep and food delivery markups, to loyalty programs that don’t truly reward you, drip pricing, and the psychology of tap-and-go spending.

You’ll learn how modern payments and marketing are designed to make spending feel painless, why “being loyal” can cost you more, and what small habits quietly blow up your budget over time. Chris also shares his simple “Hell Day” strategy, a practical system for negotiating bills and cutting recurring costs in one focused hit.

If you want to feel more confident, more in control, and way harder for companies to “get”, this episode is a must-listen.

PS – I get asked constantly for a good mortgage broker or financial adviser, so we finally did something about it.

We’ve just launched our new directory of trusted, vetted financial professionals we genuinely recommend.

It’s live now you’ll find the link here 👉 https://directory.ladiesfinanceclub.com/

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The advice shared by Ladies Finance Club is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Our content is for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon to make financial decisions. If you are considering purchasing a financial product, read the PDS and TMD and seek financial advice tailored to your personal needs. Molly Benjamin and Ladies Finance Club Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Wattle Partners Pty Ltd, AFSL 383169.

Ladies Finance Club acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which this podcast was recorded, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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In this episode of&nbsp;Get Rich, Molly Benjamin sits down with finance journalist and creator&nbsp;Chris Kohler&nbsp;(700k+ on Instagram) to unpack the sneaky ways Australians lose money without even noticing. Based on Chris&rsquo;s book&nbsp;How They Get You, this chat covers the everyday &ldquo;money traps&rdquo; hiding in plain sight, from subscription creep and food delivery markups, to loyalty programs that don&rsquo;t truly reward you, drip pricing, and the psychology of tap-and-go spending.
You&rsquo;ll learn how modern payments and marketing are designed to make spending feel painless, why &ldquo;being loyal&rdquo; can cost you more, and what small habits quietly blow up your budget over time. Chris also shares his simple &ldquo;Hell Day&rdquo; strategy, a practical system for negotiating bills and cutting recurring costs in one focused hit.
If you want to feel more confident, more in control, and way harder for companies to &ldquo;get&rdquo;, this episode is a must-listen.
PS &ndash; I get asked&nbsp;constantly&nbsp;for a good mortgage broker or financial adviser, so we finally did something about it.
We&rsquo;ve just launched our new directory of trusted, vetted financial professionals we genuinely recommend.
It&rsquo;s live now you&rsquo;ll find the link here 👉&nbsp;<a href="https://directory.ladiesfinanceclub.com/">https://directory.ladiesfinanceclub.com/</a>
💌&nbsp;Want more money tips straight to your inbox? Join thousands of Australian women getting savvy with their finances -subscribe to the Ladies Finance Club newsletter for the latest money hacks, expert advice, and exclusive event invites!<a href="https://www.ladiesfinanceclub.com/newsletter25"> Sign up here at https://www.ladiesfinanceclub.com/newsletter25</a>
Are we friends on Instagram? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ladiesfinanceclub">Follow us here at https://www.instagram.com/ladiesfinanceclub</a>
The advice shared by Ladies Finance Club is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Our content is for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon to make financial decisions. If you are considering purchasing a financial product, read the PDS and TMD and seek financial advice tailored to your personal needs. Molly Benjamin and Ladies Finance Club Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Wattle Partners Pty Ltd, AFSL 383169.
Ladies Finance Club acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which this podcast was recorded, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
[See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.]

Welcome to Get Rich by Ladies Finance Club - the personal finance podcast that helps women do just that: get rich and stay rich. Hosted by Molly Benjamin, founder of the award-winning Ladies Finance Club and a reformed hot financial mess, this is where smart, ambitious women come to take control of their finances, grow their wealth, and level up their money game.  

We make personal finance fun, fearless, and totally doable no matter where you're starting from. No confusing jargon, no guilt trips - just high-impact, simple money strategies that anyone can start using right away.  

Whether you’re saving for a home deposit, creating a budget that actually works, investing in property or the sharemarket, growing your income, or finally figuring out superannuation, this podcast has you covered.   Hit subscribe and let’s get rich (and stay rich) together.

Welcome to Get Rich by <a href="https://instagram.com/ladiesfinanceclub">Ladies Finance Club</a> - the personal finance podcast that helps women do just that: get rich and stay rich. Hosted by Molly Benjamin, founder of the award-winning Ladies Finance Club and a reformed hot financial mess, this is where smart, ambitious women come to take control of their finances, grow their wealth, and level up their money game. &nbsp;
We make personal finance fun, fearless, and totally doable no matter where you're starting from. No confusing jargon, no guilt trips - just high-impact, simple money strategies that anyone can start using right away. &nbsp;
Whether you&rsquo;re saving for a home deposit, creating a budget that actually works, investing in property or the sharemarket, growing your income, or finally figuring out superannuation, this podcast has you covered. &nbsp; Hit subscribe and let&rsquo;s get rich (and stay rich) together.

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Welcome to Get Rich by Ladies Finance Club- the personal finance podcast that helps women do just that: get rich and stay rich.

Hosted by Molly Benjamin, founder of the award-winning Ladies Finance Club and a reformed hot financial mess, this is where smart, ambitious women come to take control of their finances, grow their wealth, and level up their money game.  

We make personal finance fun, fearless, and totally doable no matter where you're starting from. No confusing jargon, no guilt trips - just high-impact, simple money strategies that anyone can start using right away.  

Whether you’re saving for a home deposit, creating a budget that actually works, investing in property or the sharemarket, growing your income, or finally figuring out superannuation, this podcast has you covered.  

Hit subscribe and let’s get rich (and stay rich) together.

Welcome to Get Rich by Ladies Finance Club- the personal finance podcast that helps women do just that: get rich and stay rich.
Hosted by Molly Benjamin, founder of the award-winning Ladies Finance Club and a reformed hot financial mess, this is where smart, ambitious women come to take control of their finances, grow their wealth, and level up their money game. &nbsp;
We make personal finance fun, fearless, and totally doable no matter where you're starting from. No confusing jargon, no guilt trips - just high-impact, simple money strategies that anyone can start using right away. &nbsp;
Whether you&rsquo;re saving for a home deposit, creating a budget that actually works, investing in property or the sharemarket, growing your income, or finally figuring out superannuation, this podcast has you covered. &nbsp;
Hit subscribe and let&rsquo;s get rich (and stay rich) together.