The Federal Budget can feel really personal. One minute people are celebrating tax cuts, the next they’re stressed about housing, HECS, or feeling like they’re falling behind.

In this episode, we chat through the 2026 Australian Federal Budget in a way that feels more real than political. We talk about why money decisions can feel so emotional, how different people are impacted differently, and how looking at the data and statistics can sometimes help us step back and understand the bigger picture.

Just two teachers trying to make sense of money, emotions and what it all means for everyday Australians.

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Teach Me Money provides general advice only.

The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes and does not take into account your personal financial situation, needs or goals.

Before making any financial decisions, consider what is right for you and seek professional advice where appropriate.

We unpack the wild reality of money over a lifetime… because earning more doesn’t automatically make you wealthy.

Why do some high-income earners still feel broke?

How much of our pay actually disappears to tax, bills and lifestyle creep?

And have you ever thought about how the industry you work in can shape your entire financial future?

The difference between people on the same salary can literally add up to millions over a lifetime.

This ep might change the way you think about income, spending and what “doing well financially” actually means.

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Disclaimer

Teach me money provides general advice only.

It doesn’t take into account your personal financial situation, needs, or goals.

Before making any financial decisions, consider what’s right for you and seek professional advice if needed

Welcome to Teach Me Money! We are so excited to be starting this journey together.

In episode 1, we introduce ourselves, test our compatibility as podcast partners, and dive into our own money habits. We also unpack the statistics that genuinely shocked us and ultimately led us to start this podcast.

If financial literacy has always been on your mental to do list, this is your sign to start.

CHAPTERS

00:50 Introductions

06:03 Testing our compatibility as podcast partners

17:35 Money habits

24:16 Shocking financial statistics

35:25 How financially literate are you?

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Financial stress

Median house pricing

Credit Cards

Economic abuse

Cutting back on essentials

Gen Z and social media investing

Disclaimer

Teach Me Money provides general advice only. This content does not take into account your personal financial situation, needs or goals. Before making any financial decisions, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and seek professional advice if needed.