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The Finance Bible#102 - Building your first $100,000: From Rainy-Day Fund to Investment StrategyWelcome back to The Finance Bible Podcast with Zeke Guenthroth and Oscar Don — and yes, the boys are back in the same room again!Following on from last week’s deep dive into compound interest, this episode breaks down the next step in your wealth journey: building your first $100K.You’ll learn how to set up a practical, disciplined framework to move from saving to investing — including how to structure your cash, when to start investing, and the traps that stop most people from ever reaching that milestone.📘
2025-12-0115 minThe Finance Bible#101 - Compound interest explained clearlyIn this episode, Zeke and Oscar break down compound interest — the simplest concept in finance that most people still don’t understand. You’ll learn the difference between good compound interest (shares, ETFs, property, superannuation) and bad compound interest (credit cards, personal loans, and late fees that snowball into debt traps).Using real calculations and case studies, they show how starting early can turn a few dollars a week into millions — and how ignoring it can cost you just as much.📈 Topics covered:How compounding actually works — and...
2025-11-2533 minThe Finance Bible#100 - STOP Making these Savings Mistakes!!!Most people think they’re “saving” — they’re really just parking cash and calling it progress. In this episode, Zeke and Oscar break down the six most common saving mistakes they see every week and show you how to fix each one fast. We cover separate banks for savings vs spending, a simple budgeting model that actually works, cash drag and inflation, “saving to spend” (holidays, cars), automation that removes willpower, and why you should clear high-interest debt before you “save”. We also hit DCA vs lump sum, lifestyle creep, emergency funds, and the small wins that keep you...
2025-11-1333 minThe Finance BibleZG #9 - Becoming the Expert with Katrena FrielBecoming the Expert — 7 Income Streams & Personal Brand Power w/ Katrena FrielIn this high-impact episode of The Finance Bible, Zeke is joined by Katrena Friel — award-winning author, international speaker, and founder of Becoming the Expert. With 25+ years of business transformation under her belt, Katrena reveals how to turn your life story into a seven-figure personal brand.We dive into:The 7 income streams of a personal brand (author, speaker, trainer, coach, mentor, facilitator, consultant)Why shame-filled stories are actually your strongest assetsHow to turn your book into...
2025-09-1256 minThe Finance BibleZG #8 - Sick, Sad & Sedated, Australia’s Health Crisis: Exposing the Collapse (Part 5/6)In a world where antidepressants are more common than multivitamins and junk food is cheaper than fresh fruit, being healthy is no longer the default — it's a luxury.In this hard-hitting episode, Zeke Guenthroth dives deep into the collapse of health in Australia and across the globe. With skyrocketing obesity, declining mental resilience, and a pharmaceutical industry booming off your breakdown, we expose how society is designed to keep you sick, slow, and sedated.We cover:Australia's rising suicide rates and skyrocketing prescriptions for ADHD, anxiety, and depressionThe obesity epidemic — how it beca...
2025-09-1230 minThe Finance BibleZG #7 - Australia's Housing Crisis: Exposing the Collapse (Part 4/6)The Great Australian Dream is dead—and it’s not coming back unless we take bold action.In this explosive episode of The Finance Bible, Zeke Guenthroth exposes why home ownership has become a pipe dream for an entire generation. From the 1980s to 2025, housing prices have spiralled from 3.3x income to 11.2x nationally—and nearly 14x in Sydney—locking out everyday Australians and creating the most unaffordable property market in the world.We break down the structural failures driving this crisis:Mass immigration outpacing supplyGovernment policy favouring investors over first home buyersZo...
2025-07-2530 minThe Finance BibleZG #6 – No Fathers, No Future: Exposing the Collapse (Part 3/6)What happens when fathers disappear? The ripple effect doesn’t just hit the household — it fractures society, destabilises youth, and rewrites the future of Australia.In this hard-hitting episode of The Finance Bible, Zeke Guenthroth breaks down:📉 How fatherless homes have doubled in Australia since the 1980s🇺🇸 Why 1 in 3 American children grow up without a dad🔗 The direct link between broken homes and youth crime (70% of youth in custody come from single-parent families)👶 Australia's birth rate crash to 1.5 children per woman — and how it's tied to relationship breakdow...
2025-07-1536 minThe Finance Bible#99 How I Built $130k in Assets in 2 years, Why I Left My Job & Chose Property Over Shares with Guillaume JouvencelIn this episode of The Finance Bible, Zeke shares his full journey — from starting with almost nothing, to building $130,000 in investments, to launching a podcast, and founding Asset Road.You’ll learn:Why property has outperformed the ASX 200 (yes, dollar for dollar)How Zeke used debt strategically to grow wealth earlyThe story behind launching The Finance Bible podcastHow to know if you're ready to invest — or what to fix firstReal insights for couples in their 30s juggling kids, mortgages, and big financial goalsWhy most people start too late and miss the window for compound growthAnd the challe...
2025-07-0736 minThe Finance BibleZG #5 - Australia's Education System Plummeting 2/2: Exposing the Collapse (Part 2/6)Australia’s school system is no longer just broken — it’s actively working against the very values that once built our nation.In this second instalment of The Finance Bible’s cultural reality check series, Zeke Guenthroth is joined by youth mentor Curtis Piper to deliver one of the hardest-hitting education critiques you’ll hear anywhere. This isn’t a surface-level chat about schooling — it’s a full-body audit of the mental, moral, and academic collapse of the Australian education system.We’re not here for sugar-coated solutions or woke buzzwords. We’re here to confront the...
2025-07-0136 minThe Finance BibleZG #4 - Australia's Education System Plummeting 1/2: Exposing the Collapse (Part 2/6)Australia’s school system is broken — and the numbers don’t lie.In this episode, Zeke Guenthroth is joined by education advocate and guest speaker Curtis Piper to dissect the crisis consuming our classrooms. From plummeting literacy to ideological agendas replacing basic knowledge, our schools have shifted from institutions of excellence to breeding grounds of confusion, underachievement, and social decay.🔍 What you’ll learn:Why 1 in 3 Year 9 students now fail to meet minimum reading standards (NAPLAN)How Australia fell behind the OECD in reading, maths, and science (PISA results)The hidden costs of abandoning discipline...
2025-06-2440 min
Consulting LeadersThe Trust Building Tips for Finance Coaches to Convert Fans into Clients - Zeke GuenthrothLook into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)In this episode of Podcast Gurus, we’re diving into how personal finance education and smart wealth-building strategies can empower individuals at various life stages, featuring Zeke Guenthroth, co-founder of Asset Road and The Finance Bible Podcast. Zeke shares his journey from working in traditional banking to creating a trusted platform that educates people on investing, managing debt, and building assets through practical advice and a mission to help clients succeed financially.Zeke breaks down th...
2025-06-1136 minThe Finance BibleZG#2 - How Trying to Save $400 Blew Up in This Client’s Face🎙️ "When it comes to investing, business, or even everyday decisions, cutting corners to save a few bones can cost you thousands. And today, I’m proving exactly why."In this episode of The Finance Bible Podcast, Zeke shares a real-life story of a client who ignored expert advice to save just $400 a year on property management—and ended up losing over $5,000 in rental income, unnecessary fees, and wasted time.✅ Why cutting corners often costs more in the long run.✅ The hidden dangers of prioritizing price over quality...
2025-02-0413 minThe Finance BibleOD #3 - You’re Probably Doing Money WRONG! Here’s How to Fix It Before It’s Too Late!💥Most people are stuck in a financial trap—and don’t even know it. Is that YOU? In this episode, we’re exposing:🚨 The budgeting hack that could save you THOUSANDS (hint: it’s the 50-30-20 rule).💳 The shocking truth about “good debt” vs. “bad debt” (yes, some debt makes you RICH).⏳ Why delaying your retirement planning could cost you BIG.🔥 How to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle once and for all.Unlock the secrets of mastering personal finance management and fundamentally change your financial future. Discover practical strategies to track expenses, set achievable go...
2025-01-2727 minThe Finance BibleOD #2 - 28% of People Are Trapped in Holiday Debt for a Year—You Need to Hear This to Avoid It!Could you imagine starting the new year burdened by last year's holiday debt? In our latest episode, we unravel the secrets to sidestepping this all-too-common pitfall and stepping into financial freedom. With a staggering 28% of individuals still haunted by holiday bills a year later, we offer a fresh perspective on holiday spending. Discover how treating it like a regular monthly expense and adding a safety buffer can transform your approach. We promise you'll walk away with practical strategies to break free from the holiday debt cycle and a newfound confidence to enjoy the festive season without financial stress.
2025-01-2016 minThe Finance BibleOD #2 - 28% of People Are Trapped in Holiday Debt for a Year—You Need to Hear This to Avoid It!Could you imagine starting the new year burdened by last year's holiday debt? In our latest episode, we unravel the secrets to sidestepping this all-too-common pitfall and stepping into financial freedom. With a staggering 28% of individuals still haunted by holiday bills a year later, we offer a fresh perspective on holiday spending. Discover how treating it like a regular monthly expense and adding a safety buffer can transform your approach. We promise you'll walk away with practical strategies to break free from the holiday debt cycle and a newfound confidence to enjoy the festive season without financial stress.
2025-01-2016 minThe Finance BibleZG #1 - Zeke Calls BS On Gregarious News Gimmick 'Super Sweet Spot' (Retirement Strategy)Imagine being told to spend down your hard-earned retirement savings just to qualify for a pension. Sounds like terrible advice, right? That’s exactly what the mainstream media is pushing—and I’m here to call it out.In this episode, Zeke Guenthroth dives into the latest gimmick circulating in the media: the so-called "retirement sweet spot," which claims you can live better than millionaires with just $400,000 in superannuation. Spoiler alert—it’s a logistical nightmare.🔍 What you’ll learn in this episode:Why spending down your assets to qualify for the pension is a da...
2025-01-1418 minThe Finance BibleOD #1 -The 3 Key Habits That Took Me From Financial Chaos to ConfidenceImagine breaking free from the relentless cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, I share my personal story of how a simple shift in mindset—from scarcity to abundance—transformed my relationship with money. It's not about earning more but about thinking and acting differently with what you already have. We tackle the power of the Kaizen philosophy, focusing on being just 1% better each day through daily habits like waking up early and practicing gratitude. These small changes can accumulate into significant financial freedom, reducing stress and leading a more satisfying life.We also explore prac...
2025-01-0619 minThe Finance Bible#96 Is 2025 Your last chance to Create Wealth?The last four years have been a whirlwind of disruption, chaos, and opportunity, creating some of the fastest wealth-building moments in recent history. But 2025 could be the final chapter of this rapid-growth era. In this episode, Zeke Guenthroth breaks down why this year is critical for taking action, how to maximise your potential in Q1, and what you can do to prepare for the next big wealth-building event.Don’t wait for another opportunity to come knocking—it’s time to grab the bull by the horns and make 2025 your defining year for financial growth. Whether you’re an in...
2025-01-0119 minThe Finance Bible#95 Our Top 6 Books In 2024Discover the transformative power of reading as we reveal our top book picks for personal growth and development. You'll learn how to kick procrastination to the curb with "Level Up" by Rob Dial and delve into the psychological intricacies of human behavior with insights from Oscar's favorite, "The Laws of Human Nature" by Robert Greene. These books are not just about self-improvement but are guiding lights on our personal journeys. We also explore the inspiring story of Armando Christian Pérez, better known as Pitbull, whose autobiography is a testament to resilience and success against all odds. From his r...
2024-10-2128 minThe Finance Bible#94 Understanding Today's Real Estate DynamicsWhat if the real estate market wasn't as predictable as you thought? Join Zeke and Oscar in the latest episode of the Finance Bible Podcast, where we unravel the surprising trends in dwelling sales and property values. With properties moving faster than ever, despite rising interest rates and living costs, we guarantee you’ll gain fresh insights into why the median dwelling values have grown at an impressive 6.9% annual rate since 2000. Understand the statistics that matter and learn the strategies needed to navigate this evolving landscape.The ripple effects of foreign millionaires on the Australian property market ta...
2024-10-1628 minThe Finance BibleA Journey Through Housing TrendsSend us a textCan you imagine navigating the housing market with confidence, even as interest rates soar and living costs rise? Tune in to our latest episode of the Finance Bible Podcast, where we promise to equip you with insights into the remarkable trends shaping dwelling sales over the past three years. Zeke and Oscar are back, diving into why the real estate market has become so fiercely competitive, with median dwelling values approaching $1 million nationwide. We'll discuss the implications of a tight housing market with a supply lasting only three months and compare real estate...
2024-10-1031 minThe Finance Bible#93 Population Shifts and Market Trends Revealed with ZekeCurious about the secrets behind the skyrocketing property market and its implications on your investments? Prepare to uncover the driving forces behind the significant increase in property dwelling sales and the dramatic reduction in housing supply. With insights drawn from trusted data sources like SQM, CoreLogic, and the ABS, we chart the market's transformation from a six to seven-month supply in 2011 to a lean 3.1 months today. Learn about the 6.9% annual growth rate in detached houses, and 5.5% in apartments, and how these trends are reshaping the property landscape. We'll also highlight how recent global events have influenced property values and...
2024-09-3018 minThe Finance Bible#92 5 Ways to Beat ProcrastinationIs procrastination holding you back from achieving your full potential? Get ready to conquer it once and for all. Join me, Oscar, in our latest episode where we tackle the ever-present issue of procrastination, especially in our tech-heavy world. We’ll reveal actionable strategies that make a real difference, starting with the power of setting clear and specific goals. Learn how SMART goals can break down overwhelming tasks and make them more approachable. Discover the Pomodoro Technique, a revolutionary time management method that ensures you remain productive through focused work intervals and rejuvenating breaks. Plus, we emphasise why disconnecting fr...
2024-09-2316 minThe Finance Bible#91 Setting Up Finances As a CoupleCan open communication really make or break your relationship's financial future? On this episode of the Finance Bible podcast, we promise you'll discover the essential steps new couples need to take to set up their finances together. From those initial, sometimes awkward conversations about money to aligning financial goals for the future, this episode is packed with practical advice on how to be transparent about income, spending habits, and any hidden financial issues like debts or gambling. Learn how to build a joint budget, set shared savings goals, and even the benefits of merging some—but not all—financial acco...
2024-09-1817 minThe Finance Bible#90 Can You Afford the Retirement You Want? 💸What if you could retire without financial worries, maintaining the lifestyle you love? On today's episode, we promise to equip you with the essential skills to calculate your net disposable income and set realistic retirement savings goals. You'll learn why understanding your post-tax and post-mortgage income is foundational for a secure retirement. We also walk you through a practical example for couples, illustrating how to project the income you'll need to live comfortably in your golden years. Don't wait until it's too late; start planning your financial future now.Despite persistent economic concerns, many Australians remain hesitant...
2024-09-1022 minThe Finance Bible#89 Inspiring Client Success StoriesCan you imagine transforming your financial future with just one strategic investment? Tune in to this episode of the Finance Firewall podcast to discover how a self-employed couple turned their low superannuation balances and mounting medical expenses into a solid retirement plan. By working alongside financial advisors and mortgage brokers, they invested in a brand new unit in Queensland, which not only generated substantial rental income but also significantly boosted their retirement prospects. Their inspiring journey showcases the power of smart property investments in overcoming financial hurdles and securing a comfortable future.We also unveil various success...
2024-09-0224 min