We’re back! After a little break, we’re sharing what we’ve been up to and opening up about our own money stories. We explore the experiences that shaped our relationship with money, why financial literacy matters, and why we’re passionate about helping others build financial confidence. We’d also love to hear your money story!

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DISCLAIMER

Teach Me Money provides general advice only.

The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes and does not take into account your personal financial situation, needs or goals.

Before making any financial decisions, consider what is right for you and seek professional advice where appropriate.

The Federal Budget can feel really personal. One minute people are celebrating tax cuts, the next they’re stressed about housing, HECS, or feeling like they’re falling behind.

In this episode, we chat through the 2026 Australian Federal Budget in a way that feels more real than political. We talk about why money decisions can feel so emotional, how different people are impacted differently, and how looking at the data and statistics can sometimes help us step back and understand the bigger picture.

Just two teachers trying to make sense of money, emotions and what it all means for everyday Australians.

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DISCLAIMER

Teach Me Money provides general advice only.

The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes and does not take into account your personal financial situation, needs or goals.

Before making any financial decisions, consider what is right for you and seek professional advice where appropriate.

We unpack the wild reality of money over a lifetime… because earning more doesn’t automatically make you wealthy.

Why do some high-income earners still feel broke?

How much of our pay actually disappears to tax, bills and lifestyle creep?

And have you ever thought about how the industry you work in can shape your entire financial future?

The difference between people on the same salary can literally add up to millions over a lifetime.

This ep might change the way you think about income, spending and what “doing well financially” actually means.

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Disclaimer

Teach me money provides general advice only.

It doesn’t take into account your personal financial situation, needs, or goals.

Before making any financial decisions, consider what’s right for you and seek professional advice if needed