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The Scientiam Show
by Nigel Baker
In this podcast we share the knowledge from the minds of finance and business to help you become more informed. Our host Nigel Baker, a 20 year veteran as a Chartered Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, interviews leaders from business, sport and tech industries.All content in this podcast by me and any guests is general in nature, we don’t know your personal situation, so we cannot give you personal advice, so if you require personal advice seek out an independent adviser or message us and we can provide a few names in your local area.
Episodes
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Why younger Australians face a very different retirement
In this episode we discuss rising living costs, housing challenges, longer life expectancies, and how changing superannuation rules are reshaping retirement planning.
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Vanguard: The company that changed investing forever.
How did Vanguard become one of the most influential investment firms in history? In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking ideas of founder Jack Bogle, the rise of index investing, and how Vanguard helped transform the way millions of people build wealth. Discover why its low-cost,...
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Understanding Dimensional Fund Advisors
Discover the story behind Dimensional Fund Advisors, a pioneer in evidence-based investing. We explore its philosophy, strategies, and how it helps investors pursue long-term success.
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Why Gen Z is investing with purpose
What does it mean to invest with purpose, and why is Gen Z leading the charge? In this episode, we explore how the next generation of investors is reshaping the financial landscape by prioritizing sustainability, ethics, and social impact alongside financial returns.
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The Future of AI and Tech Security
As AI continues to transform the way we live and work, the need for stronger, smarter security has never been greater. In this episode host Arabella explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, from advanced threat detection and automated defense systems to the...
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Australian Federal Budget 2026-27 Tax Summary
What does the Federal Budget 2026-27 mean for your wallet, your business, and the broader economy? In this episode, we break down the key tax measures announced in the budget and explore their impact on individuals, families, investors, and business owners.
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A Gen Z Q & A on money and investing. Introducing Arabella Park.
New hosts Andrew & Arabella sit down for a 1 on 1 discussing everything Gen Z faces in todays financial landscape. About Scientiam Scientiam provides a white-label solution for advice firms to engage thousands of clients who aren’t yet ready for full advice. Our platform helps address key...
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Ep 8 - Culture, Ethics & Trust with Bhanu Singh - CEO of DFA Australia
Episode Description In this episode of The Scientiam Show, we sit down with Bhanu Singh, CEO of Dimensional Fund Advisors Australia and Senior Investment Director. Bhanu shares his journey from studying accounting in the US, to unexpectedly landing at Dimensional, to eventually leading the firm…
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Ep 7: Evidence-Based Investing & SMAs — Cutting Through the Hype
Are today’s investing trends truly unlocking greater transparency, personalisation, and outcomes for clients, and how can advisers harness them to deliver lasting value? In this episode of The Scientiam Show, Nigel Baker and Dr. Katherine Hunt explore: Evidence-Based Investing (EBI): How decades…
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Ep 6: Sustainable Investing - Values, Greenwashing & What to Watch For
Sustainable investing is more than a trend — but what does it really mean? In this episode of The Scientiam Show, we take a dive deep into the growing world of sustainable investing, from ESG screening to greenwashing scandals. Nigel breaks down how to align your investments with your values, the...
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🎙 Ep 5: AI, Storytelling & Travel Tech – with Nick Bonney from Journey Maker
In this episode of The Scientiam Show, Nigel Baker sits down with Nick, a creative entrepreneur and founder of Journey Maker, a tech platform reshaping the travel experience through AI and authentic storytelling. From designing record covers for global stars in London to launching startups in…
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Ep. 4: The Mindset Shift Advisers Need to Scale Impact
In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by psychologist and industry expert Dr Katherine Hunt to unpack the mindset barriers holding advisers back — and what it really takes to build the advice practices of the future. They explore the difference between advisers stuck solving yesterday’s...
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Ep 3. The Future of SOAs: AI, Compliance, and the Mindset Shift
In this episode, host Nigel Baker is joined by Dr Katherine Hunt to explore one of the most debated topics in the financial advice industry: the future of Statements of Advice (SOAs). With looming legislative changes, increased scrutiny on compliance, and the rapid evolution of AI tools, how…
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Ep 2. Reimagining the Client Experience in Financial Advice
🎙️ Episode 2: Reimagining the Client Experience in Financial Advice – with Nigel Baker & Dr Katherine Hunt In this episode of The Scientiam Show, co-hosts Nigel Baker and Dr Katherine Hunt explore how technology and behavioural research are transforming the client experience in financial advice....
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Ep 1. How AI is Transforming Financial Advice
Episode 1 – How AI Is Transforming Financial Advice: Ethics, Scale & the Future of Advice with Nigel Baker & Dr Katherine Hunt | The Scientiam Show Welcome to the first episode of The Scientiam Show. Join co-hosts Nigel Baker and Dr Katherine Hunt as they dive into how technology is reshaping the...
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The Scientiam Show
Trailer for the new podcast from Nigel Baker.
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Ep 12. Josh Smyth - ARCH CAPITAL
Josh Smyth is an Associate Advisor for Arch Capital, a highly qualified independent financial advice company. They are professionals with Chartered Accounting and Certified Financial Planning qualifications who use a rigorous investment philosophy and access to the world's best academic research…
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Ep 11. Libby Newman - VANGUARD
Libby Newman is an Investment Specialist, Strategy and Research with Vanguard Australia. In this role Libby is responsible for supporting Vanguard's distribution team by connecting the adviser community with Vanguard's extensive investment and strategic research. https://www.vanguard.com.au HOST…
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Ep 10. Ben Jennings - JENNINGS PARTNERS
Ben is a director of a boutique business service chartered accountancy firm with a specific focus on small and medium business. The services Jennings Partners provides are for business owners who are seeking peace of mind in having a registered finance professional look after their book-keeping,...
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Ep 9. Tim Findlay - CATO ADVISORY
Tim Findlay is an accomplished senior financial professional with over 20 years experience in corporate and commercial lending, sales, relationship management and operations. He is the owner of Cato Advisory located in Young NSW. After growing up on a farm in Cowra in the NSW Central West, Tim...
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Ep 8. Pauline Blight-Johnston - HELIA
Pauline Blight-Johnston is CEO and Managing Director of Helia, Australia’s largest lenders mortgage insurer. An actuary with more than 30 years of global industry experience in wealth management and insurance, Pauline is passionate about driving customer focused innovation and building inclusive...
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Ep 7. Ian Whitworth - SCENE CHANGE
Ian is a reformed branding and advertising creative director turned entrepreneur, co-founder of national corporate audiovisual company Scene Change. He studied as a vet, got expelled, and became a corporate AV technician. He was exposed to radioactive megadoses of corporate motivator shtick, and...
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Ep 6. Brigitta Hembrow-Gersey - ARCH CAPITAL
Brigitta is a Certified Financial Planner & Accredited SMSF Association Specialist Adviser. She speaks four languages and in 2022 was the winner of the Gwen Fletcher Memorial Award, “recognising the highest achiever in the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certification Unit, with demonstrable...
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Ep 5. Dave Segal - FRONT ROW GROUP
Dave Segal and ex Wallaby captain Phil Kearns founded Front Row Group over 20 years ago and have shaped the company into a boutique marketing consultancy firm, offering its clients a range of unique entertaining, hospitality and marketing services.
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Ep 4. Ash Cooper - JELLY C
Ash Cooper has 20 years of highly successful experience as an accomplished business development and relationship builder within the global financial markets sector. He is currently the co founder of Jelly C, a cutting edge digital assets company. jellyc.io Host - Nigel Baker Producer - Andrew...
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Ep 3. Scott Aggett - HELLO HAUS
Scott Aggett is Australia’s leading property negotiator and founder of Hello Haus, a busines revolutionising the Australian property buying experience. Leveraging his 30 years of experience, including 3,500+ property transactions across three continents, Scott’s expertise helps clients buy homes...
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Ep 2. Anthony Aboud - PERPETUAL
With over 25 years experience in the financial sector Anthony is currently Deputy Head of Equities for Perpetual. Prior to joining Perpetual, he worked at Ellerston Capital for six years, where he was the Portfolio Manager for the Ellerston Capital Global Equity Management Fund for. Before...
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Ep 1. Stirling Mortlock - XV CAPITAL ADVISORY
Stirling Mortlock AM is a Founding Partner of XV Capital Advisory, a sports advisory and investment firm that invests in global sports innovation. A world renowned representative rugby player, he represented the Australian Wallabies, the ACT Brumbies and the Melbourne Rebels captaining all teams...
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Money Never Sleeps
The trailer for Money Never Sleeps, a new podcast By Nigel Baker. Presented by Scientiam.com.au
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Season 2 Episode 20 - Sustainable and ethical Investing - what to look out for and how to implement successfully
In today's show, we talk about Sustainable Investing In recent years lots of new Sustainable investing products have hit the market. How do you know which one is right for you? How do you know if the investments are actually sustainable? Some funds have been caught out for "greenwashing" and...
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Special Episode - IFA Show - Embracing Change and Innovating Advice with Nigel Baker
In this special episode of the ifa show, Nigel is interviewed on the Independant financial adviser or IFA show Australia. IFA a host Keith Ford chats to Nigel Baker, CEO and founder of Scientiam, a pioneering company in the financial advice industry. Mr Baker shares his journey, from working in...
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Season 2 Episode 19 - A chat about returns , super strategies and EOS
In today's show, we talk about returns , a key superannuation strategy and an awesome business process we have been using called EOS. Hope you enjoy this episode and if you do can we ask you a favour to provide a like or a review. We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please...
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Season 2 Episode 18 - How did your fund go for the year - Year End Market Update 2023
In today's show, we talk about the returns for the previous financial year and what investors should look for when they receive their 30 June superannuation reports. We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me at [email protected]...
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Season 2 Episode 17 - Where are people learning about investing in today's world?
In today's show, we look at where people are consuming information about investing in today's world. The ASX released a very informative report this week and some of the findings may astonish you if you are running an advice business. Unless you are starting to offer a way to engage these…
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Season 2 Episode 16 - What to do before the end of the financial year
In today's show, we talk about what to do before the end of the financial year. We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me at [email protected] Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on…
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Season 2 Episode 15 - Interview with Nathan Krieger - Co Head of Client Group Dimensional Fund Advisers
In today's show, we interview Nathan Krieger the co-head of client group Australia for Dimensional Fund Advisers. Dimensional is one of the largest and I believe most interesting fund managers in the world. Having started in 1981 they now have over $900bn under advice and offices all around the...
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What the Heck is EOS? Episode 14 - Interview with Cam Ogilvie
In this episode, we jump into the topic of running a successful business, the journey, ups and downs and how to use a world-class structure to get the best results for your team, clients and stakeholders. The advice and superannuation industry has faced significant overhauls in the last decade,...
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Season 2 Episode 13 - The World (and your super) is getting better!
In this episode we talk about all the bad news out there - and consider whether the world is actually getting worse or better, and how this relates to your super we also talk about - Making sure your super is safe - How to avoid scams - Some investment principles Contact us at Scientiam.com.au ,...
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Season 2 Episode 12 - Understanding your Superannuation with guest Scott Aggett from Hellohaus.co
In this episode of Understanding your Superannuation , we talk to Scott Aggett from HelloHaus.co. I have known Scott for 25 years and am excited to interview him today as we share knowledge about property with one of Australia's leading property experts check out Hellohaus.co for more…
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Season 2 Episode 11 - Understanding your superannuation - What do clients want? Aimie Roberts
In this episode of Understanding your superannuation, we talk about 5 key topics with our guest Aimie Roberts. Education Access to advice Costs Online experience How is Scientiam used? We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me at...
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Season 2 Episode 10 - US Banking collapses, ETF's and performance data
In todays episode Nigel discusses the US Banking collapse and implications, ETF's and performance data We would love to hear from more of our listeners - please comment/like. subscribe and share or email me [email protected] Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel…
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Series 2 Episode 9 - Interview With Estate Planning Solicitor - Danielle Manion from Stuart Latham Solicitors
In today's episode, we talk with Danielle Manion, a solicitor with Stuart Latham Solicitors The topics we discuss are - death benefits in super - the different types of nominations - what happens if you won't make a nomination - estate planning and wills - collaborative estate planning You can…
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Series 2 Episode 8 - New taxes announced in super !
In this episode we talk about the superannuation tax system and consider if all the current taxes are more than enough ! So why the new taxes announced this week ? Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/ Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow...
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Series 2 Episode 7 - The Latest Round of the Super Wars begins!
In this episode we look at the start of the new "super wars". The Labor Government is looking at legislating exactly what super is , and is also framing up the conversation to make reforms to the current system, taxes and rules. This will be fascinating, so watch this space! Visit the Scientiam...
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Series 2 Episode 6. The Quality of Advice Review and Why it's important to Australians with superannuation
In this week's podcast, we run through the Quality of Advice Review. The Purpose of the review is "to ensure Australians have access to high quality, accessible and affordable financial advice" So it's important to understand what this all means for your super! Overall if legislated, these…
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Series 2 episode 5. Understanding costs - What should a super fund cost you?
In this episode we talk about costs. What are the costs involved with super. What should you be paying and what do the typical funds cost to run? Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nigel-baker-b25662 Follow Scientiam on...
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Series 2 episode 4. Where do your superannuation returns come from ? What should i expect ?
In This episode of our series Understanding Your Superannuation, we discuss performance returns and explain the key principles to consider when understanding your super fund's performance. What should you expect as a return? Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on...
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Series 2 Episode 3. What to focus on in 2023
In this episode of our series " Understanding your Superannuation" , In this episode, we talk about planning for 2023... it can be daunting so we break it down into a few simple steps to get your finances humming for 2023! Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on...
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Series 2 episode 2 - What to make of all the “New Year” stock predictions?
In this episode of our series " Understanding your Superannuation" , we look at the new year stock predictions and go through some steps to work out whether this is a smart approach to manage superannuation money. Visit the Scientiam website: https://scientiam.com.au/Follow Nigel on LinkedIn:...
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Series 2 Episode 1: Understanding your Superannuation Series by Scientiam
Theme – understanding your super so you can retire comfortably This podcast is all about super and giving you the knowledge to do better. We also run a weekly zoom class that you can attend for free and ask questions about this podcast topic of anything super, and of course its recorded for...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In this podcast we share the knowledge from the minds of finance and business to help you become more informed. Our host Nigel Baker, a 20 year veteran as a Chartered Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, interviews leaders from business, sport and tech industries.All content in this podcast by me and any guests is general in nature, we don’t know your personal situation, so we cannot give you personal advice, so if you require personal advice seek out an independent adviser or message us and we can provide a few names in your local area.
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