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Financial Secrets Revealed

Financial Secrets Revealed

Written by: Amanda Cassar
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The podcast is based on Amanda Cassar's book: Financial Secrets Revealed and asks people from all walks of life about their money journey. Whether surviving on Government pensions; or thriving with multi-million dollar enterprises or running global charities; Amanda wanted to go behind the scenes and unveil the financial secrets behind the people. These interviews do a deep dive into people's money stories, the lessons they've learned, how they've overcome setbacks and asks about the legacies they'd like to leave behind.

Amanda is a writer, dreamer, author, blogger, regular traveler, business owner, friend, mother, wife and philanthropist. She loves good food, great wine, the company of her friends and family and a fabulous pair of heels. She totally believes that life is meant to be lived and has trekked the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda to see the endangered Mountain Gorillas, has gone scuba diving from Lake Malawi to the Cook Islands and has her motorbike license.

Amanda is the sole Director of Wealth Planning Partners, a financial advisory firm and Trusted Aged Care Services, helping families navigate the maze of Aged Care. She is a proud supporter of the financial services industry and a champion for raising financial literacy levels.

Season 1 interviews those who appeared in the book.
Season 2 shines the spotlight on Financial Abuse.
Season 3 we Meet the Experts.

This podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only. It does not replace professional financial, tax or legal advice. Any advice is general in nature and takes no account of your personal objectives, situation or needs.
Because of that, you need to consider if you should act on the information. If you purchase any product mentioned in this podcast, you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and obtain appropriate financial advice that is tailored to your personal needs.

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Episodes
  • Enduring Value: Lessons from the Allan Gray and Orbis Partnership
    Dec 22 2025

    In this final episode of our collaboration with Allan Gray Funds, Amanda sits down with LJ Collyer to reflect on a deep dive into investment philosophy and market resilience. As market cycles come and go, LJ explains why the core of successful investing isn't just about numbers—it's about mastering human behavior. From the pitfalls of chasing AI fads to the benefits of a global research "sounding board," this episode provides a professional roadmap for staying the course in an unpredictable financial landscape.

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    22 mins
  • Steady by Design: Inside the Allan Gray Australia Stable Fund
    Dec 20 2025

    In this episode of Financial Secrets Revealed, Amanda welcomes back Simon Mawhinney from Allan Gray to explore the intricacies of the Allan Gray Stable Fund. Often perceived as a "boring" or cash-heavy option, Simon reveals the sophisticated, contrarian strategy behind the fund that prioritizes capital preservation and low volatility while seeking to outperform traditional cash holdings. Whether you are a retiree looking for tax-efficient returns or an investor seeking a "safe harbor" in an expensive market, this discussion provides a comprehensive look at how discipline and patience drive long-term stability.

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    38 mins
  • Financial Secrets Revealed with Allan Gray Australia Portfolio Manager, Dr. Suhas Nayak
    Dec 18 2025

    Welcome to the Financial Secrets Revealed podcast, continuing our collaborative series with Allan Gray Australia! In this episode, Amanda sits down with Dr. Suhas Nayak, a seasoned Portfolio Manager at Allan Gray Australia. Dr. Nayak, who manages approximately 35% of the Allan Grey Australia Equity Fund, provides an insightful exploration into the firm’s commitment to contrarian investing and how this philosophy drives the performance and risk management of the Equity Fund. Listen as Dr. Nayak details how focusing on price and challenging market sentiment leads to significant investment opportunities.

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    29 mins
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