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Episodes

  • How much do I need to start a business? | Taboo money chats with Lucy Wark

    How much do I need to start a business? | Taboo money chats with Lucy Wark

    Today we chat with Lucy Wark, co-founder of sexual wellness brand Normal and career skills platform Fuzzy, as well as one of the founding Vinemakers at Grapevine, which aims to combat sexual harassment, bullying and bias in Australian startups

    27 February

  • Can I afford to have a baby? | Taboo money chats with Rachel Maksimovic
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    Can I afford to have a baby? | Taboo money chats with Rachel Maksimovic

    On today's episode Rachel Maksimovic, solo mum and co-host of her own podcast Mothering on my Own shares how much it has cost her.

    20 February

  • To Splitwise or Not To Splitwise? | Taboo money chats with Sophie McIntyre
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    To Splitwise or Not To Splitwise? | Taboo money chats with Sophie McIntyre

    Today's episode has the perfect representation of what a dinner table conversation with our friends would look like when discussing money.

    13 February

  • Does being wealthy make someone more attractive? | Taboo money chats with Chantelle Otten
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    Does being wealthy make someone more attractive? | Taboo money chats with Chantelle Otten

    Chantelle Otten, joins us to chat about splitting expenses, power dynamics and communication tactics that can really help us all

    6 February

  • It costs how much to attend a wedding? | Taboo money chats with Rhi Joyce

    It costs how much to attend a wedding? | Taboo money chats with Rhi Joyce

    This week, we chat with the powerhouse, Rhi Joyce, about navigating comparison as we move into our 30s. Whether it be budgeting for, or working out when it is ok to say no, or setting realistic expectations for your property goals so that you don't overwhelm your bank balance - Rhi provides a refreshing perspective on navigating it all.

    30 January

  • What to do about the lifestyle creep | Taboo money chats with Dyl Buckley

    What to do about the lifestyle creep | Taboo money chats with Dyl Buckley

    This week, Mads and Soph chat with Dyl Buckley about each of their experiences "keeping up with the Jones'". We discuss how Dyl's money mentality has been shaped by his family experiences growing up, how he navigated fluctuating pay as a football player, some of his biggest money mistakes (and what he learnt!), and how to align your spending with things you truly value.

    23 January

  • Would you split the bill based on how much you earn? | Taboo money chats w Kath Ebbs

    Would you split the bill based on how much you earn? | Taboo money chats w Kath Ebbs

    16 January

  • How much money is in your bank account? | Taboo money chats

    How much money is in your bank account? | Taboo money chats

    Has anyone ever asked you how much you have in your savings accounts? Would you be willing to show someone the figure if they asked? There’s a high chance you’ve either answered no to both those questions or you feel a bit uncomfortable about the thought of someone logging into your bank account! The fact of the matter is, money is STILL a taboo topic, and we aren’t properly educated on how to approach conversations about our finances. This summer series is here to break down that barrier, and give you the conversations starters you need to broach money chats in your own life. This week, Mads and Soph talk about their current money vulnerabilities, exposing their savings balances, why they feel like they can’t keep up with the Jones’, and how they plan on changing their money mindsets for 2024.

    8 January

  • We love *Formula One* but is it a good investment?

    We love *Formula One* but is it a good investment?

    For all our Drive to Survive fans, this one is for you! There is no doubt that Formula One has seen an incredible rise over the last few years, but did you know it's one of the only sports you can actually invest in?

    29 August

  • We love *Shopify* but is it a good investment?
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    We love *Shopify* but is it a good investment?

    Shopify is one of those companies that you probably interact with multiple times a day without even realising it. So on this episode, we're bringing you up to date with what you need to know...

    22 August

  • We love *Realestate.com* but is it a good investment?

    We love *Realestate.com* but is it a good investment?

    Did you know that 65% (!!!) of Australia's adult population browse realestate.com each month?

    15 August

  • We love *Uniqlo* but is it a good investment?

    We love *Uniqlo* but is it a good investment?

    Buying Uniqlo basics is an investment for your wardrobe, so it got us wondering whether you could invest in Uniqlo. Turns out you can!

    8 August

  • We love *Wesfarmers* but is it a good investment?
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    We love *Wesfarmers* but is it a good investment?

    With the resurgence of the Bunnings sausage sizzle post COVID and consumers turning to Kmart as we feel the cost of living squeeze, it got us thinking, would Wesfarmers be a good investment?

    1 August

  • We love *L'Oreal* but is it a good investment?
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    We love *L'Oreal* but is it a good investment?

    Earlier this year, L'Oreal acquired Aussie brand Aesop for a record breaking $3.7 billion. So it got us thinking, is Aesop's new parent company a good investment?

    25 July

  • We love *Barbie* but is it a good investment?

    We love *Barbie* but is it a good investment?

    With the launch of the Barbie Movie this week, we're seeing promotions eve-ry-where! So it got us thinking, is Barbie's parent company Mattel a good investment?

    18 July

  • We love *Tesla* but is it a good investment?

    We love *Tesla* but is it a good investment?

    Over the next 8 weeks, we are putting that theory to the test, and deep diving into the companies you love but haven’t quite decided yet whether or not they’re a good investment. First up: Tesla.

    11 July

  • Cathie Wood: the investment case for ESG, AI and Bitcoin

    Cathie Wood: the investment case for ESG, AI and Bitcoin

    Part Two. In October of 2020, Maddy and Soph were inspired to start a podcast about investing to help make it more accessible for their friends.

    4 July

  • Cathie Wood: the biggest investing opportunity right now & how to be on the positive side of AI adoption

    Cathie Wood: the biggest investing opportunity right now & how to be on the positive side of AI adoption

    After almost three years of joking that one day Cathie might join the pair on the pod, YIGC have turned that vision into a reality.

    27 June

  • Is seaweed the solution? Dr Julia Reisser on alternative plastics

    Is seaweed the solution? Dr Julia Reisser on alternative plastics

    It is not everyday that you speak with a founder who is quite literally tackling one of the world's largest problems. But today, we get an insight to the magical powers of seaweed and how it just might be the key to a sustainable future.

    20 June

  • Reflecting on 2 years of YIGC: We answer your questions!
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    Reflecting on 2 years of YIGC: We answer your questions!

    We have had the most incredible 8 weeks speaking with some of Australia's most inspirational entrepreneurs. These conversations have given us time to reflect on the past 2 years of building up YIGC, so we thought we would get vulnerable and talk about the highs and lows, the lessons and our experience in starting a side business.

    9 May

  • Looking back at 2 years of podcasting: YIGC with Maddy & Sophie | Part 1

    Looking back at 2 years of podcasting: YIGC with Maddy & Sophie | Part 1

    We have had the most incredible 8 weeks speaking with some of Australia's most inspirational entrepreneurs. These conversations have given us time to reflect on the past 2 years of building up YIGC, so we thought we would get vulnerable and talk about the highs and lows, the lessons and our experience in starting a side business.

    2 May

  • Embrace your curiosity: Sunroom with Michelle Battersby
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    Embrace your curiosity: Sunroom with Michelle Battersby

    Today we chat to Michelle Battersby, the Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer at Sunroom. Michelle talks about how she found what circumstances and environment has her performing best, how she nurtures her curiosity and the path that took place to lead to Sunroom!

    25 April

  • Women are busier than ever before: DISSH with Lucy Henry-Hicks

    Women are busier than ever before: DISSH with Lucy Henry-Hicks

    Today we chat with the founder and managing director of DISSH - Lucy Henry-Hicks. Lucy co-founded the business with her Mum, when she was still in high-school.

    18 April

  • Building a body positivity movement: KIC with Laura Henshaw

    Building a body positivity movement: KIC with Laura Henshaw

    Today we chat with the delightful Laura Henshaw about her journey building KIC. From humble e-book to international expansion, Laura's founder story highlights lesson in building a community and taking your learning into your own hands.

    11 April

  • Making the most of your 4,000 weeks: Glow Capital with Kate Morris | Part 2

    Making the most of your 4,000 weeks: Glow Capital with Kate Morris | Part 2

    Today it's the second part of our conversation with Kate Morris, founder of Adore Beauty and Glow Capital - a Private Equity company with a specific focus on high growth and future focused companies. Kate had been investing privately on purpose-led consumer brands and mentoring informally and got a lot of joy from helping and guiding other founders.

    4 April

Meet your hosts

  • Maddy Guest

    Maddy Guest

    Maddy lives in Melbourne, works in finance, but had no idea about investing until she started recently. Her favourite things to do are watching the Hawks play on weekends, reading books, and she says she's happiest, 'when eating pasta with a glass of wine'. Maddy began her investing journey when she started earning a full time income and found myself reading about the benefits of compound interest in the Barefoot Investor. Her mind was blown, and she started just before the pandemic crash in 2020. What's her investing goal? To be financially independent for the rest of her life, and make decisions without being overly stressed about money.
  • Sophie Dicker

    Sophie Dicker

    Sophie lives in Melbourne, and enjoys playing sport, and then drinking red wine immediately after finishing sport. She works in finance, but honestly had no idea about investing until her partner encouraged her to start. She says, 'my interest has only taken off from there - I find it exciting… I mean who doesn’t like watching their money grow?' Her investing goal is to build the freedom to do things that she's passionate about - whether it be start a business, donate to causes close to her, or to take time out of the workforce to start a family. Right now, there’s no specific goal, she just wants to have the freedom when she'll need it.

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