Best Sophie & Sascha Podcasts (2024)

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BONUS: How to split expenses with a partner | Upgrade Chats 9:13

10d ago9:13

9:13

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about chatting finances with your partner! But the conversation doesn't stop there... We'd love to know what you think. Shoot us an email to yigc@equitymates.com or DM us @yigcpodcast and we’ll be collating your…

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Do men feel pressure to be a breadwinner? | Taboo money chats with Sam Koslowski 39:43

4d ago39:43

39:43

Well, it’s the end of a season and we are finishing on a serious high! Today we are joined by the witty Sam Koslowski from The Daily Aus who exposes all and takes us inside the boys' group chat. We cover everything from shower thoughts and risky investments, all the way to how much he spent on his recent wedding!! Although this is our last episode …

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BONUS: how to prepare for a salary negotiation | Upgrade Chats 11:06

17d ago11:06

11:06

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about salary negotiation and how to talk about salary with friends! In this Saturday upgrade we give you the tools you need to have your very own salary negotiation conversation! If you'd like to learn more abou…

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Should you tell your friends your salary? | Taboo money chats with Georgie Owen aka Maddy's housemate 36:28

5d ago36:28

36:28

If you're prepping for a salary negotiation, this is the episode for you! We're bringing you into the living room conversations we've been having in Maddy's share house over many a glasses of wine and cups of tea, and sharing how each of us has been preparing for our upcoming career chats. On today's episode, Maddy and Sophie chat to Maddy's housem…

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BONUS: How to talk about money when travelling with friends | Upgrade chats 8:13

8d ago8:13

8:13

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about the money dramas that can arise when travelling with friends! This week we had one of the best conversations on our Tuesday episode about the money conversations you should have with you friends before tra…

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How to travel with friends on different budgets | Taboo money chats with Alex Hourigan, Two Broke Chicks 38:13

1M ago38:13

38:13

We've all been there... When the vacay with your besties finally makes it out of the group chat, only to find that tensions are rising because you're all on different pages about money... Whether it be the friend that always wants to split the bill evenly despite consistently ordering the most expensive items, or the one that's eating everyone's le…

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BONUS: How to talk about splitting expenses with your household | Upgrade chats 10:03

1M ago10:03

10:03

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about the good old splitwise debate! This week we had one of the best conversations on our Tuesday episode about the cost of moving overseas, platonic love and normalising sharing money with your besties. In thi…

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Would you split your salary with your best friend? | Taboo money chats with Caitlin Emiko 37:36

1M ago37:36

37:36

If you answered no to the question in the episode title, we'd strongly encourage you to hit play on this episode!!! We're chatting to TikToker Caitlin Emiko about the costs associated with moving overseas, and how the very interesting strategy of splitting finances with her best friend is helping them both to live their best lives in one of the mos…

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BONUS: How to talk about asking your parents for money | Upgrade chats 8:47

1M ago8:47

8:47

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about how to talk about asking your parents for money (aka, the bank of Mum and Dad!) This week we got VERY personal in the Tuesday episode, chatting to our very own parents about the Bank of Mum and Dad. In thi…

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The bank of Mum and Dad | Taboo money chats with OUR PARENTS 36:00

2M ago36:00

36:00

Ever caught yourself wondering, how on earth do they afford it? Well, there's a good chance it's thanks to the bank of Mum and Dad! And yet, whether or not your friends are getting money from their parents is very rarely spoken about. Of course, there is a huge amount of privilege inherent in this conversation (which is probably why it's not common…

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BONUS: How to talk about the cost of fertility | Upgrade chats 9:46

2M ago9:46

9:46

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about how to talk about the cost of fertility! We'd love to know what you think. Shoot us an email to yigc@equitymates.com or DM us @yigcpodcast and we’ll be collating your thoughts (anonymously of course). You …

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MUST LISTEN about the cost of fertility | Taboo money chats with Dr Preeya Alexander 44:52

2M ago44:52

44:52

If you want to learn more about fertility options - AMH testing, egg freezing, IVF, male fertility options - this is the episode for you. These options come at a (high) cost and so we interviewed Dr Preeya Alexander to learn just how much these options might set us back if we need them, and how we can better prepare financially. Preeya is the host …

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BONUS: How to talk about the cost of friendship| Upgrade Chats 7:03

2M ago7:03

7:03

In these Saturday Upgrade episodes we will be giving you the actual words you need to start a money conversation... and this week it’s all about how to talk about financial pressure with your friends. We'd love to know what you think. Shoot us an email to yigc@equitymates.com or DM us @yigcpodcast and we’ll be collating your thoughts (anonymously o…

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Why adult friendships are so expensive | Taboo money chats with Gyan Yankovich 35:07

2M ago35:07

35:07

You can't put a price on friendship, right??? Whilst our hearts are saying yes to every new restaurant, Saturday night gig, or weekend away that someone sent into the Whatsapp group, our brains are frantically subtracting what another night out might set us back with just one week left until our next paycheque. On today's episode we chat with Gyan …

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BONUS: How to talk about the singles tax | Upgrade chats 7:40

2M ago7:40

7:40

Surprise!!! Dropping into your podcast feed with our brand new BONUS Saturday episode. These short Saturday episodes will be giving you the actual words you need to actually start a money conversation... We'd love to know what you think. Shoot us an email to yigc@equitymates.com or DM us @yigcpodcast and we’ll be collating your thoughts (anonymousl…

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Is the singles tax real? | Taboo money chats with Hannah Ferguson 44:33

2M ago44:33

44:33

Is it more expensive to be single than in a relationship? That's the question we're unpacking on today's episode... Whether it's as boring as the household bills or as exciting as nights out and holidays with friends - the sad reality is that all of these things cost more if you're single. On today's episode we chat with Hannah Ferguson, Founder an…

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How much do I need to start a business? | Taboo money chats with Lucy Wark 40:53

5M ago40:53

40:53

Do you have a million-dollar idea? Always dreamed of working for yourself? Starting a business can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences, but where do you begin? Actually figuring out how to start your own business can be tricky. Do you quit your job so you have time to grow your idea? Do you forego your house deposit to invest into…

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Can I afford to have a baby? | Taboo money chats with Rachel Maksimovic 48:33

6M ago48:33

48:33

How much does it actually cost to have a baby? On today's episode Rachel Maksimovic, solo mum and co-host of her own podcast Mothering on my Own shares how much it has cost her. As we enter our late 20s, we have started to feel a societal pressure to consider whether or not we want to have kids. With more people getting married and moving onto the …

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To Splitwise or Not To Splitwise? | Taboo money chats with Sophie McIntyre 39:57

6M ago39:57

39:57

Today's episode has the perfect representation of what a dinner table conversation with our friends would look like when discussing money. So luckily, we are joined by the dinner club queen herself, Sophie McIntyre, founder of Club Sup. Through the three courses of this episode, we share our money stories, and discuss whether the concept of "treati…

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Does being wealthy make someone more attractive? | Taboo money chats with Chantelle Otten 44:07

6M ago44:07

44:07

If you've ever felt stressed about money in a relationship or if it's a topic that has caused a fight or two, then you are definitely not alone. Finances are the leading cause of stress in a relationship, mostly because we all have different views on how we feel about making and spending money - so when there is misalignment, there is tension. To t…

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It costs how much to attend a wedding? | Taboo money chats with Rhi Joyce 38:11

6M ago38:11

38:11

Moving into your late 20s and into your 30s means your social calendar shifts from birthdays to wedding season! And boy does wedding season hurt the bank account. Don't get us wrong, we absolutely love, love and there is no better experience that watching people closest to you tie the knot, but wedding culture has become, well, expensive. The other…

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What to do about the lifestyle creep | Taboo money chats with Dyl Buckley 48:30

7M ago48:30

48:30

The saying goes that comparison is the thief of joy. But when it comes to your finances, comparison can also seriously derail your financial goals. It's true, most of us will experience the lifestyle creep to some degree throughout our lifetime... particularly in a time where comparison is rife on social media. Who can blame you if your first thoug…

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Would you split the bill based on how much you earn? | Taboo money chats with Kath Ebbs 42:34

7M ago42:34

42:34

The saying, "don't broach topics of sex, religion, or politics," is widely known, and truthfully, money has consistently found a place within that. The fact of the matter is, money is still a taboo topic, and we aren't properly educated on how to approach conversations about our finances. This summer series is here to break down that barrier, and g…

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How much money is in your bank account? | Taboo money chats 42:00

7M ago42:00

42:00

Has anyone ever asked you how much you have in your savings accounts? Would you be willing to show someone the figure if they asked? There’s a high chance you’ve either answered no to both those questions or you feel a bit uncomfortable about the thought of someone logging into your bank account! The fact of the matter is, money is STILL a taboo to…

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We love Formula One but is it a good investment? 34:12

12M ago34:12

34:12

For all our Drive to Survive fans, this one is for you! There is no doubt that Formula One has seen an incredible rise over the last few years, but did you know it's one of the only sports you can actually invest in? Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with…

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We love Shopify but is it a good investment? 38:56

12M ago38:56

38:56

Shopify is one of those companies that you probably interact with multiple times a day without even realising it. So on this episode, we're bringing you up to date with what you need to know... Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with the companies we inter…

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We love Realestate.com but is it a good investment? 37:40

12M ago37:40

37:40

Did you know that 65% (!!!) of Australia's adult population browse realestate.com each month? Nice to know we're not the only ones. And as it turns out, the website's parent company REA Group is one of Australia's great start-up success stories Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the …

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We love Uniqlo but is it a good investment? 42:02

1y ago42:02

42:02

Buying Uniqlo basics is an investment for your wardrobe, so it got us wondering whether you could invest in Uniqlo. Turns out you can! Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with the companies we interact with on a daily basis. Who knew that the companies we k…

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We love Kmart but is it a good investment? 34:44

1y ago34:44

34:44

Wesfarmers is an Australian darling, housing the likes of Bunnings and Kmart. With the resurgence of the Bunnings sausage sizzle post COVID and consumers turning to Kmart as we feel the cost of living squeeze, it got us thinking, would Wesfarmers be a good investment? Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. W…

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We love L'Oreal but is it a good investment? 35:59

1y ago35:59

35:59

Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with the companies we interact with on a daily basis. Who knew that the companies we know and love can actually have a compelling investment thesis! Over the next 8 weeks, we are putting that theory to the test, and deep …

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We love Barbie but is it a good investment? 29:27

1y ago29:27

29:27

Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with the companies we interact with on a daily basis. Who knew that the companies we know and love can actually have a compelling investment thesis! Over the next 8 weeks, we are putting that theory to the test, and deep …

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We love Tesla but is it a good investment? 28:01

1y ago28:01

28:01

Investing can feel over complicated and the thought of research can be a drain. We think that one of the best places to start is with the companies we interact with on a day-to-day basis. That's because these companies that we know and love can often have a compelling investment thesis. Over the next 8 weeks, we are putting that theory to the test,…

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Cathie Wood: the investment case for ESG, AI and Bitcoin 33:17

1y ago33:17

33:17

Part Two. In October of 2020, Maddy and Soph were inspired to start a podcast about investing to help make it more accessible for their friends. One of their inspirations? Cathie Wood. A true trailblazer in the investing world, Cathie is a revolutionary female founder setting out to change the world. Her tenacity to challenge the status quo has ear…

1+ y ago25:08

25:08

Can you believe that it's February already? 2023 is in full swing already, and we're back from the break. Today Sophie and Maddy start four episodes where they talk about financial fixes you can put in place in Feb, as we're all aware how the cost of living is creeping up on us. Sophie is going to try and buy no new clothes - and say nup to fast fa…

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