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Money Matters
Hosted by The Peak · EN
Money Matters from The Peak is the only podcast you need to get smarter about your money. In this five-episode limited series, we break down how you can improve your finances in less than 10 minutes. Join host Meera Raman as she sits down with experts to unpack the money topics that actually matter.
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How To Throw a Wedding on a Budget
Nov 14, 202400:09:58Tap to summarizeWeddings aren’t cheap – the average wedding in Canada for about 90 guests costs around $26,000. In this episode, Meera dives into how to create your dream wedding without breaking the bank. Join wedding planner Andrea Hounsell as she shares budget-friendly tips and reveals the one thing you should definitely splurge on.
Transcribe →Finfluencers are everywhere... should you listen to them?
Nov 7, 202400:10:00Tap to summarizeMore people than a third of Gen Z investors in Canada are turning to social media to get financial advice. In this week’s episode of Money Matters, we talk to financial experts about the rise of ‘finfluencing’ and how to validate the information you find on the internet.
Transcribe →Are You Actually As Broke As You Feel?
Oct 31, 202400:09:00Tap to summarizeA recent report by Credit Karma found that 43% of Gen Zers in the United States have experienced money dysmorphia. In this episode, Meera explores the gap between how people see their finances and what’s really going on. Hear tips from experts on how to take control of your finances, and how social media is making the problem worse.
Transcribe →Do Budgeting Apps Put Your Financial Data At Risk?
Oct 24, 202400:09:53Tap to summarizeThe Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reported that Canadians lost $567 million to scams in 2023. If you use a budgeting app, you might be at risk too. In this episode, Meera talks with fraud experts about how these apps handle your data and shares tips for keeping your financial information safe — like avoiding sketchy WiFi networks and using two-factor authentication.
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Stop Staying Home To Save Money
Oct 17, 202400:09:17Tap to summarizeMore than half of Canadians are staying home to save money, but being stuck inside while friends are out having fun can really affect your mood. In this episode, Meera chats about "inflation isolation." She speaks with a Toronto resident who's trying to balance money worries with the urge to hang out, and a financial expert to figure out how we got to this point.
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