Where's My Money? Season 2

Where’s My Money? is back for Season 2! Yes, that’s right, we’re back on air with more guests and tips to help you be smarter with your money. This podcast is brought to you through a partnership between rova and enable.me–to equip New Zealanders with the tools to get ahead financially. Buckle in, as we talk you through debt, KiwiSaver, money mind games, money in motherhood – and much, much more.

Season 2, Episode 1 

Unpacking the “Great Where’s My Money?” Study: Insights on KiwiSaver, Debt, and Financial Stress 

Feel like money is a toxic romantic partner dragging you down? You’re not alone.

We launched The Great Where’s My Money? Study in Season 1 to understand New Zealanders’ relationship with their finances – and discovered how many people feel money is just a source of stress.

In this episode, economist Shamubeel Eaqub and ANZ’s Emily Mendez-Ribeiro join Reagan to chat all things personal finances in New Zealand. Listen up for their valuable insights about a range of topics highlighted in the study results – from KiwiSaver, to rising costs, debts, and strategies to manage your money better. Find out how to build a better long-term partnership with money – and take control of your financial future.

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Season 2, Episode 2  

Bob and Ange’s Big Budget Adventure: The Psychology of Money Pt 1

Money isn’t just a number – but a measurement of the emotional toll our finances can take on our lives. That number adds a layer of pressure to all parts of your life but, with the right strategy, it can also become a source of freedom. Meet Bob and Ange, a couple in their 50s navigating debt and financial stress, who met enable.me’s Hannah McQueen to make a positive change. They join Reagan in the Where’s My Money? studio to share how money impacts their lives – and how people in similar situations can find relief through support. Their story highlights the effects of making positive change in our lives, and the importance of strengthening mental fitness alongside financial resilience. Later, self-leadership pioneer Sue Kohn–Taylor joins the podcast for a discussion about the psychology of money with top tips on how to identify the small changes that make a big difference. If you’ve ever felt at risk of a financial freakout, this episode is for you.  

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Season 2, Episode 3  

Tegan’s Path: Understanding Money’s Mind Games

Some people feel their money game is sorted while living on easy mode – without realising that there’s an opportunity to level up. Enter Mai FM’s Tegan Yorwarth, who is crushing her career and home hunting. She chats on the podcast with enable.me Financial Coach Shelley Palman to discover how she can accelerate her progress even faster. It’s inspiring to hear the audible astonishment when Tegan hears how she can tweak her financial plan to push herself, including buying a second property within three years. While Tegan is acing the financial game, there’s also a mental challenge that goes alongside it. Dr. Dougal Sutherland from Umbrella Wellbeing adds his expertise to the conversation, breaking down how money stress messes with our heads – and what you can do to wrangle it. Discover not just how to survive with money, but how to thrive, in this episode of Where’s My Money?

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Season 2, Episode 4  

Sydney or Stay: Weighing the Financial Pros of Moving to Australia  

Is the sun, sand and promised pay rise offered by the shores of Australia calling out to you? In some situations, though, moving to Australia can be a financial sin – rather than a win. Justin Gauci, enable.me Financial Coach who lived in Australia and jumped the ditch in the reverse direction, shares that in many circumstances it won’t make you financially better off. He runs the numbers to explore the real difference in pay packets between New Zealand and Australia – including superannuation – and how a move overseas could translate to less disposable income, after taking into account accommodation and living costs. The Cheques and Balances podcast team, James and Mike, also join the conversation to discuss some of the hidden costs that come with a big move to Australia, helping listeners decide if the sand is truly softer – financially – across the ditch.

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Season 2, Episode 5  

No Lotto Wins Here: Taking Control of Your Financial Future with Kristin Sutherland

A surprising number of Kiwis are hoping for a Lotto win to sort them out for retirement. But when 80% are relying on KiwiSaver alone, thinking it will be enough, is either approach more realistic than the other? Author and Financial Coach Kristin Sutherland shares the crucial steps to create a secure retirement – including calculating your number to continue living your ideal lifestyle throughout retirement. Kristin also discusses the mental shift in this new stage of life – and highlights how to be psychologically prepared for these later years. Mai FM’s Tegan Yorwarth is back to update us on her financial journey, joining the discussion with her Financial Coach Shelley Palman to discuss how she is building wealth with a focus on long-term success. Inspired? We certainly were. Don’t leave your future to chance – listen to this episode of Where’s My Money? to find out how you can make your own luck.

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Season 2, Episode 6  

House It Going? Katie Wesney and Hannah McQueen Answer Your Burning Questions

It’s such a common dream that it almost feels like a promise – buying a house. But how do you get started saving and planning towards achieving the Kiwi Dream, without losing your mind? Katie Wesney, Head Strategic Coach at enable.me, shares her insider tips about how to prepare yourself for lending, without stretching the budget too far to risk losing it all. She reminds us to look at our own budget and plan when deciding how much of a mortgage to take out – not just accept the maximum the bank is willing to lend you. Financial force of nature Hannah McQueen is back on the podcast to answer listeners’ burning questions, inspiring listeners to make bold moves with their money. Is there a well-kept secret to placing your foot on the first step of the property ladder? Find out – and catch up on all the tea – in this episode of Where’s My Money?

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Season 2, Mid-Season Bonus Episode

Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection to Money with Bari Tessler

We all want quick fixes and ‘hacks’ to achieve more, faster. Speed isn’t always the best strategy, especially not when it comes to the emotional impact of finances. In this special bonus bite-sized episode of Where’s My Money?, Financial Therapist Bari Tessler joins Reagan and maps out the mind-body connection of money – and how to harness your mindset to improve your holistic life. She discusses managing financial stress through the tool of ‘body check ins’ when it comes to money conversations. Don’t pass it off as ‘woo woo’ – Bari divulges practical tips you can use to have more effective money conversations and build better habits. Could hacking your mind-body money connection be a secret tool in managing financial stress? Have a listen to the full conversation on the podcast.

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Season 2, Episode 7  

KiwiSaver Deep Dive – How to Make Your Money Work Harder!

Many people treat their KiwiSaver as ‘set and forget’. They tick the box when starting their first job, get allocated to a default provider, and never look at it again. But optimising your KiwiSaver settings can add thousands – maybe even hundreds of thousands – to your balance by the time you hit 65. Financial Adviser Tamika Blair shares with host Reagan to review your provider and fund choice regularly to ensure it is aligned with your financial goals. Review often – but don’t necessarily obsess over the dollars and cents week-to-week. Since it is an investment scheme, the balance will rise and fall over the long term. enable.me Founder Hannah McQueen joins the discussion to add her knowledge around property investments, balancing debts, and strategic money moves to create a secure future. Avoid committing a financial faux pas – listen to the full insights about how to optimise your KiwiSaver.

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Season 2, Episode 8

Premiums, Policies, and Peace of Mind: Insurance 101

Navigating how insurance works can feel like walking through a forest on a foggy morning – it’s hard to see the right path without an experienced guide. AdviceFirst National Insurance Lead Willie Moala shares that, “insurance is a promise… it’s a promise that if I do my part as the consumer and I pay you… then the insurer’s part of the promise is that they will deliver at the claim time.” He demystifies the ins and outs of insurance that often feel bamboozling, from income protection to health cover. Willie talks us through when you need it, how much to spend on premiums, and why it matters. Insurance provides cover when the worst situations in life happen. Willie shares a powerful story of his client who was diagnosed with a sudden terminal illness – and how, as their insurance adviser, he was able to support them through the claim process and make all the difference in accessing essential treatment.  Sharpen your sight and protect the path towards your financial future – listen to Willie’s full insights around insurance on this episode of Where’s My Money?

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Season 2, Episode 9

The Money Cave Chronicles: Frances Cook on Finance

Financial success doesn’t happen overnight. But small, actionable changes over time can get you there. Financial journalist Frances Cook joins the podcast to shares her journey from feeling stagnant in her twenties to thriving as a finance podcast host. She discusses how she channels her ‘spender’ financial personality into spending that makes the money work harder for her – like putting that cash into investments instead of buying consumer items. Overall, she emphasises the importance of discovering our values, identifying our financial goals, and deeply understanding our personal non-negotiables to create a fulfilling life. Want to learn how you can step off the treadmill and walk at your own pace? Listen to all the money insights by Frances Cook below.

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Season 2, Episode 10

Smashing Barriers: Emma McLean on the Motherhood Penalty

Getting up in the middle of the night to feed, taking sick leave to look after children, school drop off and pick up, keeping the home tidy and clean – the Motherhood Penalty impacts a large portion of the workforce. Emma McLean, Founder of Works for Everyone, explains how motherhood affects women’s careers, salaries, and retirement savings. She advocates for couples to have candid conversations about family roles and responsibilities – before starting a family – and for systemic and workplace changes. Emma supports both parents in the relationship, acknowledging that it is difficult for not only women, but men too, due to the way working life and home life is inherently structured. Hear more about the financial and career impacts of motherhood – and parenthood in general – in this episode of Where’s My Money?

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Is that it?

Reagan’s story doesn’t end with Season 2. Where’s My Money? returns for Season 3 – and now in video. You can find out more and read our weekly podcast wrap-ups here.   

Missed Season 1 or just want to revisit Reagan’s journey from the start? You can find the full wrap up of Where’s My Money? Season 1 here.  

Disclaimer: The Where’s My Money? podcast and the information shared by host Reagan White and his guests does not constitute individual financial advice. If you’re interested in receiving financial advice, you can book a consultation with an enable.me coach. Costs apply.