How Do They Afford That?

Michael Thompson and Canna Campbell

<p><a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/">How Do They Afford That</a>: the podcast that peeks into the financial lives of everyday Australians. Every week <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/canna-campbell-921bb71b/">Canna Campbell</a> - a financial planner for almost 20 years - and <a href="https://fearandgreed.com.au/">Fear &amp; Greed</a>'s <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcwthompson/">Michael Thompson</a> share the simple hacks, habits and ideas that can make your money work harder for you.</p> <p>New episode every Wednesday!</p>

  • 20 minutes 41 seconds
    If you lost your job tomorrow, would you be okay?

    If you lost your job tomorrow, how long could you comfortably last? A week? A month? Six months? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they walk through a guide to financial resilience - not fear, just preparation.

    This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    21 April 2026, 8:42 pm
  • 24 minutes 8 seconds
    What’s your money personality - and is it costing you?

    Most people aren’t bad with money. They just approach it in a certain way. And once you understand how you approach money, things start to make sense. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through five main money personalities, and how they can impact your financial future.

    This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 April 2026, 6:00 pm
  • 25 minutes 32 seconds
    5 ways to cut the cost of living

    Cost of living is the big challenge for everyone right now. From interest rates to just filling up the car - it’s tough. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through five ways to save on the cost of living.

    This episode is brought to you by PocketSmith. PocketSmith has a special deal for How Do They Afford That listeners — get 50% off your first two months of the Foundation or Flourish plans. Click here for more.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 April 2026, 6:00 pm
  • 21 minutes 23 seconds
    The $10,000 question: What would you do?

    If someone handed you $10,000 tomorrow — no strings attached — what would you do with it? Pay debt? Invest it? Blow it on a holiday? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore what that answer says about you — and what you probably should do.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 March 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 19 minutes 15 seconds
    The middle-class money trap

    You earn decent money. You’re doing okay. But somehow you don’t feel ahead. You’re not struggling — but you’re not building real freedom either. What’s going on? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore the middle-class money trap.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 March 2026, 4:33 pm
  • 21 minutes 29 seconds
    Dream holiday, sensible budget

    How do you have your dream holiday without a financial hangover to match? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they look at preparing for a holiday you'll truly enjoy - without any financial regret whatsoever.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 March 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 20 minutes 36 seconds
    An investor’s secret weapon explained

    We’re talking about an investor’s secret weapon: debt recycling. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they go through the nuts and bolts of debt recycling: borrowing against a property in order to invest. 

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 March 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 26 minutes 26 seconds
    A sceptic's guide to Manifesting March

    It's March, which means it's time to manifest some money. At least that's the theory. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as Canna takes a slightly sceptical Michael Through 10 steps towards manifesting money.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 March 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 21 minutes 30 seconds
    Starting from scratch with money? Start here.

    This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re starting from zero. No savings, maybe some debt, no investments, and not sure where to begin. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they explore how to start (or start over) working with your money.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 27 minutes 46 seconds
    The kids' money blueprint

    How do you set kids up for money success? Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they answer a question from listener Leonie about everything from raising money-savvy kids, to investing for a future house deposit.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 February 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 22 minutes 26 seconds
    Money basics you don't know (but everyone assumes you do)

    This episode is a judgement-free zone. It's all about money basics everyone assumes you already know… but a lot of people don’t. Join Canna Campbell - a financial planner for 20 years - and Fear & Greed's Michael Thompson as they do a crash course in everything from compound interest to salary sacrificing.

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    The information in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances, financial needs or objectives. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of it and the relevant product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. In particular, you should seek independent financial advice and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement or other offer document prior to acquiring any financial product.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd AFSL No. 700012 ABN 97 678 975 589.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 February 2026, 5:00 pm
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