Best Zero Balance Budget Podcasts (2024)

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Simon Birmingham on China, abandoning 2030 climate targets and nuclear power 39:28

2h ago39:28

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Guardian Australia political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the shadow foreign affairs minister and opposition leader in the Senate, Simon Birmingham. This follows both the visit of Chinese premier Li Qiang and Peter Dutton’s announcement of the Coalition’s seven proposed nuclear sites this week. They discuss the uncertainties and outcomes of t…

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Greatest Hits: Factfulness - Why The World Is Better Than You Think 1:01:24

2h ago1:01:24

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What is the #1 fear of most travelers, and how can you reign that fear in? Today’s Greatest Hits episode is about changing your perspective, worldview, and life through factfulness. Anna Rosling Rønnlund is the co-founder of Gapminder.org, whose mission is to fight ignorance by providing a fact-based worldview (for FREE). She is also the co-author …

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Guardian Essential report: voters split on Dutton’s 2030 target – Australian politics podcast 24:35

1d ago24:35

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Paul Karp, Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, and columnist Peter Lewis discuss what voters think about opposition leader Peter Dutton’s announcement to abandon Australia’s emissions reduction target for 2030. Climate experts have described it as a ‘destructive’ and ‘utterly irresponsible’ move that would breach Australia’s legally…

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How To Be a “New Tourist,” the Powers and Perils of Tourism, Embracing Tourist Traps, and the Impact of Travel With Paige McClanahan 1:40:12

2d ago1:40:12

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How is tourism impacting communities, and what can we do about it? Paige McClanahan joins me to talk about the dualities of the tourism industry and how we can have deeper travel experiences while benefiting the world. Paige McClanahan is the author of The New Tourist: Waking up to the Power and Perils of Travel. She is an American journalist based…

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EP 21: How to Break the Paycheck to Paycheck Cycle | How to create a weekly budget 21:56

2d ago21:56

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Many people are stuck in a cycle of living paycheck to paycheck with seemingly no way out. But there is a solution! Of course you need a budget, but even more specifically - a weekly budget. This will help you get so intentional with your money and move forward with money and in your life. Do you want help getting started with a budget? Join the BU…

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Greatest Hits: The Geography of Bliss With Eric Weiner 1:26:56

7d ago1:26:56

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How would you describe your current level of happiness, and what would need to change to improve that? Award-winning journalist and bestselling author Eric Weiner joins me to explore the many themes of his book The Geography of Bliss: One Grump's Search for the Happiest Places in the World and get into the nitty-gritty of what it means to be happy.…

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Anthony Albanese on climate targets, gas strategy and the voice eight months on 42:32

8d ago42:32

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Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, about the Coalition’s decision to ditch the 2030 target, pro-Palestine protests outside electorate offices and the voice eight months onBy The Guardian

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How To Live a Long and Useful Life (The Wisdom of Ben Franklin) With Eric Weiner 1:17:04

9d ago1:17:04

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Did you know Ben Franklin was an extensive traveler for his time? Today, I'm joined by New York Times bestselling author Eric Weiner to talk about his new, incredibly unconventional biography, Ben & Me: In Search of a Founder's Formula for a Long and Useful Life, a guide for living and thinking well. We talk about Eric's unique way of weaving trave…

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EP20: Don't start your budget without doing these 4 things | How to start a budget 16:46

9d ago16:46

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If you need help getting a budget started, start with these four things. BUDGET JUMPSTART CHALLENGE So if you have been wondering: How do I stick to a budget? How do I even get started with budgeting? How do I pay off debt? How do I invest when I live paycheck to paycheck? How can I move forward as a single mom? Then this episode is for you. My mis…

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Bill Shorten on the misuse of the NDIS and what’s being done to fix it 33:30

13d ago33:30

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Guardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with Bill Shorten, the minister for government services and the National Disability Insurance Scheme, on the misuse of the NDIS, robodebt and why he won’t be the next ambassador to FranceBy The Guardian

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Greatest Hits: The Nordic Theory Of Everything With Anu Partanen 1:11:08

14d ago1:11:08

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What do you love about your home country? What do you think could be better? After moving to America in 2008, Anu began to notice how much more complicated and stressful things seemed to be in the States compared to her home country of Finland. Anu Partanen is a Finnish journalist and author of The Nordic Theory of Everything—In Search of a Better …

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Essential report: a different view between the ages 22:31

15d ago22:31

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How does age shape political views? Paul Karp, Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, and columnist Peter Lewis discuss how age effects views on current debates on age restrictions on social media, the age of criminal responsibility and criminalising hate speech. Based on new research on artificial intelligence in different workplaces,…

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An Unconventional Approach to Challenges, Maximizing Travel With a Full-Time Job, Advice on Publishing, Creating Solo Travel Magic With Jen Ruiz 1:29:10

16d ago1:29:10

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How can one simple concept or decision radically change your life? In 2017, Jen Ruiz set out to take 12 trips in 12 months before her 30th birthday while employed full-time as an attorney. By the end of the 12 months, she had taken 20 trips and discovered a new career path, empowering others to change their lives through travel. Jen is a five-time …

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Ep 19: 3 Actions to Bring You More Joy (that Cost Zero Dollars) 22:04

17d ago22:04

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If you want to move forward in life with money, in your motherhood, in your womanhood, then work on these three things. The great thing is that they are totally free to pursue. CLICK HERE for the BUDGET JUMPSTART CHALLENGE. Click here for the Whole Life Wellness Reflection Question of the Week: <

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Dan Tehan on who’s to blame for Labor’s immigration ‘war game’ 28:08

20d ago28:08

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Karen Middleton, Guardian Australia’s political editor, speaks with shadow minister for immigration and citizenship Dan Tehan about ministerial direction 99 and the visas of non-citizens with serious criminal convictions. They also discuss Peter Dutton’s plans to cuts to migration and why there won’t be a nuclear reactor in Anglesea – a town in Teh…

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What To Expect This Month on Zero To Travel (June 2024) 3:39

23d ago3:39

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What epic episodes are we dropping this month on the podcast? Listen in to this quick announcement and find out. What topics and themes do you want to hear about on the podcast? I'd love to hear what they are, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all ep…

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Greatest Hits: How To Overcome Travel Anxiety and the Fear of Flying 53:35

22d ago53:35

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Do you have a fear of flying or get stressed and anxious while you're traveling? In today’s Greatest Hits episode, you'll learn how to run your brain instead of letting your brain run you with Lawrence Leyton and Mark Wein, experts in overcoming the fear of flying. Through their work with the Fear of Flying TV show in the UK and easyJet's Fearless …

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10 Years on the Road, Self-Care for Long-Term Travelers, Excitement and Challenges of Different Travel Modes, and Creating Your Own “Dream Day” with Will and Jessica Sueiro 1:44:58

27d ago1:44:58

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How does full-time travel impact your mental health? What happens when the novelty of full-time travel begins to wear off? Today, I’m joined by Will and Jessica Sueiro to talk about the rewards and challenges of living this lifestyle. Will and Jessica Sueiro have been traveling full-time with their two kids for the last 10 years. They are the duo b…

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EP 18: Tips for Sticking to a Summer Budget (While Still Having Fun) 25:12

27d ago25:12

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If you want to have an active summer, but you don’t want to break your budget, then this is the episode for you. We discuss preparing for summer with kids, summer routines, summer on a budget, budget friendly summer activities and more. Listen in. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------…

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Helen Haines on the transition to net zero in rural and regional areas 35:20

27d ago35:20

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Guardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the independent federal member for Indi, Helen Haines – well known for her strong interest against corruption and for transparency in government. When it comes to the transition to renewable energy, Haines is pushing for the government to improve the ways they’re addressing the conce…

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Travel To Utah: Fireside Dances, Ancient Ruins, and the Beauty of Hózhó (Balance) 1:01:51

1M ago1:01:51

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Today, we have a special episode from Utah: Life Elevated. This documentary podcast takes you on an unforgettable road trip through the Beehive State with travel writer and host Aaron Millar. You can't really know a place without hearing from the people who have always been there. Utah is the sacred and ancestral home of eight different tribal nati…

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Essential report: what’s the voter verdict on Labor’s budget? 24:57

1M ago24:57

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Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Paul Karp talks to Peter Lewis from Essential Media about whether or not voters think that Labor’s third federal budget will make a meaningful difference to their current cost of living, and their assessment of a $300 energy bill rebate. They also discuss public perceptions of Labor’s economic man…

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5 Surprising Experiences in Africa, How to Transition to a New Career After Travel, and Exploring the African Diaspora With Jay Cameron 1:13:27

1M ago1:13:27

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How can one trip entirely change your life? Jay Cameron joins me to share about the life-altering trip he took to Ghana when he was 40 years old. After having this experience, Jay left his career running summer camps for kids and founded Maximum Impact Travel, a tour company connecting people to the magnificent continent of Africa and the African d…

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EP17: How to improve your shopping habits | Tips for sticking to a budget 16:26

1M ago16:26

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If you have trouble sticking to a budget and reaching your money goals, then let's take a look at your shopping habits. And I'm not talking about LACK here. I'm not going to tell you that YOU CAN'T SHOP. I'm actually teaching you how to UPGRADE your shopping habits to get MORE of what you want. There are 3 Steps to Upgrading your Shopping Habits 1.…

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Jim Chalmers on his budget balancing act 22:29

1M ago22:29

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In this episode of the Australian Politics podcast, Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the treasurer, Jim Chalmers, about whether his third budget can really provide cost-of-living relief without fuelling inflation Exclusive: Labor to run $45m taxpayer-funded Future Made In Australia advertising campaign…

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What Happens When You Die? (Part Two): A Journey to the Other Side with Peter Panagore 1:32:15

1M ago1:32:15

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This is part two of my interview with Peter Panagore, who is sharing the incredible stories of his not one but two near-death experiences. In this episode, you’ll hear about what happened the second time he died and how it’s changed how he goes through life. We talk about the difficulties of living as your new authentic self after having a transfor…

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What Happens When You Die? (Part One): A Journey to the Other Side with Peter Panagore 1:07:10

1M ago1:07:10

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Is there any bigger journey we take than the journey to the other side? Today’s guest is Peter Panagore, who is sharing the incredible story of his first (yes, first) near-death experience. In part one of this two-part series, you’ll hear the harrowing tale of how Peter froze to death and came back to life while ice climbing and why it’s important …

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Ep 16: How to Budget for Family Fun | Using your Budget to Live Intentionally 15:59

1M ago15:59

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Using your budget to live an intentional life is the goal. Since most of us value connecting and spending time with our kids, let's make sure we put that in the budget each month. This works both ways: 1. We value it, so we put it in our budget. 2. And it's in our budget, so it reminds us to live intentionally in what we value. In this episode you …

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James Paterson on Australia’s immigration detention system 34:07

1M ago34:07

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Guardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the shadow home affairs minister, James Paterson, about the government’s deportation bill. They also discuss immigration, relations with China and what might happen to home affairs under a Coalition government.By The Guardian

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Greatest Hits: Staying Healthy and Stress-Free While Traveling With Kirsten Pontius 1:17:52

1M ago1:17:52

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Do you ever find yourself overcome by stressors in your daily life? Today, I am joined by Integrative Health Coach, Wellness Consultant, and expat Kirsten Pontius to talk about how you can reduce stress and increase happiness in your life no matter where you are or what you're doing. If you've ever wondered how you can better manage and overcome di…

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Essential report: can Labor meet the demand for online safety protections? 23:11

2M ago23:11

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Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Paul Karp, talks to Peter Lewis from Essential Media about the current national debate around online safety reform and the spread of violent content on social media platforms in the wake of the alleged stabbing at the Wakeley church and the attack at Bondi Junction as well as the prevention and re…

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How To Explore Paris Like a Local, Working on Hospital Ships, and Becoming an Expat on a Mystery Visa With Jay Swanson 1:30:52

2M ago1:30:52

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Planning a trip to Paris? Jay Swanson is an American writer & vlogger who came to Paris on a visa no one had heard of and managed to stay. His down-to-earth vlogs documenting life in Paris have built a devoted following, leading him to become a trusted local travel expert. Jay shares helpful and uncommon advice for tackling a city like Paris, like …

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Ep15: Create this List to Save Money on Groceries, Get Organized, and Save Mental Energy 13:05

2M ago13:05

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This one-time, 20-minute activity could save you hours! Get organized by creating a “Monthly Essentials” list. Then save yourself so much time, save mental energy, stick to a shopping budget, and save money for years to come. My mission is to teach you how to create and stick to a plan for your money that you believe in and love so that you can hav…

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[BONUS] How to release resentment | How to release negative emotions: Ep14 11:05

2M ago11:05

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[BONUS] This slightly off-topic bonus episode is an explanation of a practice that I used to finally release the negative emotions that would not leave me. I specifically used it to release anger and resentment. You could use to it to release any negative emotion: stress, worry, anxiety, sadness. If you have processed it, felt it, sat it in for lon…

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Michelle Rowland on reducing the harm the internet can cause 23:56

2M ago23:56

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Karen Middleton, Guardian Australia’s political editor, speaks with the minister for communications, Michelle Rowland, about the government’s plan for tackling misogyny online. They also discuss how parents can manage their lack of visibility over what their children are seeing online and the role of public interest journalism…

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