Decoding the formula for being healthy, happy and present dad [James Stephan]
This episode is a little different. When we decided to focus this season of It’s Never About Money on health, I knew there was one conversation I wanted to record. My brother James is someone I admire deeply. His approach to exercise, discipline and self-improvement still shocks me with its intensity. In this episode I […]
Why Sleep Matters More Than We Think
Sleep shapes every part of our lives, yet most of us only think about it when it starts to fall apart. We sacrifice it to early mornings, long workdays and glowing screens, rarely stopping to consider what that trade-off might mean over time. In this episode of It’s Never About Money, I’m joined by Simon […]
What if your health data could change your financial future?
When we talk about financial planning, we often focus on numbers. Income, savings, returns and time horizons. But there’s another layer that quietly shapes every financial decision we make: our health. Halo, a longevity and healthspan assessment program created by Heather Holmes, brings together genetics, lifestyle and environment to help people understand how long and […]
Why Willpower Isn’t Enough (and What Really Builds Habits) [Bevan James Eyles]
Willpower. Why is it so unfairly distributed? Why is it that some people can build exercise into their lives almost effortlessly, while others struggle to summon the willpower even when they know how important it is for their health and wellbeing? Bevan James Eyles has spent his career searching for answers to this question. As […]
Why Hormone Health is Stuck in the Dark Ages [Ceri Cashell]
Why We’re in the Dark Ages for Hormone Health When you think about hormones, you might think about puberty, pregnancy, or menopause. The reality is that “sex hormones” such as oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone influence every system in the body for both men and women. They affect how you think, how you feel, how you […]
Don’t believe everything you think [Hannah Conkey]
The way we think shapes the way we live, work, and relate to money. But here’s the catch: not everything we think is true. Many of our thought patterns are just well-worn processes we have been running for years. In this episode of It’s Never About Money, I sit down with executive coach and neuroscience […]
Why It’s Never Been About Money [Joe Stephan]
When I first started It’s Never About Money, I thought of it as a side project. A way to have interesting conversations about the deeper side of finance, legacy, purpose, and meaning. What I didn’t realise at the time was that this podcast would become one of the most meaningful things I do. Episode 70 […]
Punting on Purpose: Finding Meaning Beyond the NFL [Daron K Roberts]
On this episode of It’s Never About Money, I am joined by Daron K. Roberts, a former NFL coach and award-winning college professor. Named as a “Top 20 Global Speaker” in 2024, Daron’s clients range from professional sports teams to Fortune 100 companies. Join us as Daron shares his inspiring journey from law student, to […]
Money, Family, and Fairness: Building Legacies That Last [Philip Pryor]
On this episode of It’s Never About Money, I am joined by Philip Pryor, CEO and founder of Family Business Central. With over 28 years of experience advising family businesses across New Zealand, Australia, London, and New York, Phil blends his expertise in family psychology, change management, and business strategy to help families thrive personally […]
Leading with Purpose: Transforming Australia’s Non-Profit Sector [Rachael McLennan]
On this episode of It’s Never About Money, I am joined by Rachael McLennan, the CEO and co-founder of People for Purpose. For over a decade, People for Purpose has championed outstanding leadership and governance in Australian charities—a cause close to Rachael’s heart. In our conversation, Rachael shares her inspiring journey into philanthropy, her experiences […]