{"podcast":{"title":"Australian Finance Podcast","slug":"australian-finance-podcast-1163565","podcast_index_feed_id":1163565,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RRKKR5925883975","website_url":"https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/92992eb0-1181-11ed-950d-73315c1fbe30/image/8e27fe75e7dbf62d98a37879f1052f43.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Rask","episode_count":400,"summary":"The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms. ~~ New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast. ~~ SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/ ~~ DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/australian-finance-podcast-1163565"},"episode":{"title":"Financially preparing for kids: cash flow, leave, childcare and insurance explained","slug":"financially-preparing-for-kids-cash-flow-leave-childcare-and-insurance-explained","published_at":"2026-03-09T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/australian-finance-podcast-1163565/financially-preparing-for-kids-cash-flow-leave-childcare-and-insurance-explained","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/australian-finance-podcast-1163565","url":"https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2026/03/02/how-to-financial…lanner-alex-luck/","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/RRKKR2739452634.mp3?updated=1772416454","summary":"In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Alex Luck, financial adviser and co-founder of Everest Wealth Group, for a deep dive into financially preparing for kids. Alex works with many Australians in their 20s to 40s navigating career progression, property decisions and starting families. As a father of two himself, he shares both professional and personal insights into what really matters. This episode covers: - Planning maternity and paternity leave - Understanding Centrelink entitlements - Modelling cash flow during parental leave - Childcare costs and subsidies - Property decisions before and after kids - Insurance and wills - The psychology of financial independence within couples If you’re expecting, thinking about your second child, or simply planning ahead, this episode is essential listening. Episode Resources Get financial planning Show partner resources Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith View Betashares range of funds Rask resources All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. 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