Finding confidence in your personal style, with Maddy Forster
In this episode I chat to stylist, Maddy Forster from Mad About Fashion about the power of finding your personal style, for your happiness, your bank account, and your confidence. This episode originally appeared as part of my 6 week group experience, The Wardrobe Project, where we hit pause on o…
How to feel like the hottest sh*t to ever walk the earth, pt 1: The Comments Section with E & V
This week we're kicking off with part 1 of a 2 parter about a huuuge topic: confidence. We’re getting into the nitty-gritty of self-love and confidence, which are sneaky aspects of our lives that impact making financial decisions. No one is scrutinising us as much as we do ourselves, and it’s huma…
"Spending" vs "investing in yourself"
When are we buying to fix ourselves, and when are we "investing in ourselves"? In this solo episode I dive into the sometimes-dangerous advice I see on social media about "investing in yourself" (which is basically just fixing yourself and/or emotional spending in disguise), and unpack the differen…
If someone bought you a lottery ticket and you won a prize, would you share it? The Comments Section with Emma & Victoria
Today, we tackle our very own trolley problem: If someone gives you a lottery ticket as a gift and you win, would you share the winnings? Join us as we delve into the complexities of this scenario, pondering what we'd do if we won and what we'd expect if we were the gifter. We explore themes of tra…
Does frugality ever really work? + the power of a year of focus, with Tash Etschmann
Your ears are about to be blessed yet again by the incredible Tash Invests, as we talk about the power of frugality and its role in building wealth. We explore Tash's journey of focused frugality, strategic investments, and the behavioural discipline that led to her impressive financial achievement…
Should you bother tracking your spending? The Comments Section with Emma & Victoria
This week, we promise we're not telling pork-pies, we're tackling a dicey subject - tracking your spending. We look at various approaches - from meticulous budgeting to more relaxed methods - and their impact on financial well-being. Join us as we discuss practical strategies for managing finances,…
Guided 5 step mid year money reset [recast]
This episode is a recast of my annual guided mid year money review that is PERFECT for taking stock of where you're at as we close out the first half of 2024 and look ahead to what's to come. Even if you've heard this 5-step review process episode before, I encourage you to listen again with this y…
Splitting bills and having money conversations: The Comments Section with Emma & Victoria
To kick off season two of The Comments Section, we're diving into the ever-complicated topic of splitting the bill or shared payments. We discuss scenarios where deciding who pays can be tricky, like group dinners, birthday celebrations, and even hen parties. We share personal stories that highligh…
Mid-year check in: 24 goals for 2024
In this episode I take you through a mid-year update on my 24 goals for 2024. From contributing to my retirement fund every month, to reading 30 books, to learning to sew with a zip, to limiting my clothing purchases, tune in to find out how I'm tracking on those goals I set back in January. Wher…
How to make money progress when everything is a mess
In this episode, I explore navigating your financial goals while existing in a world of rising costs and stagnant wages. It's crucial to maintain focus and avoid a defeatist mindset. I outline five strategies to help you build financial resilience, as well as a strong mindset. Developing both ment…