Explore every episode of the podcast Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery
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| Wealthsimple Kids and Teens Accounts: Teaching Money Skills with Parent-Paid Interest | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:11:49 | |
How can parents help kids learn good money habits in a world of tap-to-pay spending? On Moolala: Money Made Simple, Bruce Sellery talks with Wealthsimple senior product director Sam Newman-Bremang about the company’s kids and teens accounts and their approach to financial literacy. They explore hands-on lessons in spending and saving, a tailored account experience for young people, and parent-paid interest, a feature that lets parents top up interest to make the rewards of saving and compound interest more tangible. They also discuss why learning the basics of money management should come before investing, and how Wealthsimple is thinking about future features for young savers. Find out more at wealthsimple.com and connect on X, Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| Renting vs. Buying in Canada: How to Handle Homeownership Pressure | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:12:18 | |
Feeling pressured to buy a home before you’re ready? Financial educator Kelley Keehn joins Bruce Sellery on Moolala: Money Made Simple for the Keys to Home Confidence series to explore the cultural and family expectations around homeownership in Canada. They discuss how to compare renting versus buying, look beyond the mortgage payment to property taxes and maintenance costs, and weigh the opportunity cost of a down payment. From lifestyle trade-offs to the risks of treating home equity like an ATM, Keehn explains why your housing decision should fit your finances and life goals, not someone else’s timeline. Find out more at kelleykeehn.com. Pick up a copy of Save Yourself on Amazon and connect on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| Investing Psychology: How to Avoid Panic Selling | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:24:22 | |
Why do smart people make emotional investing decisions, and how can you avoid doing the same? On Moolala: Money Made Simple, Bruce Sellery speaks with psychologist and behavioural finance expert Dr. Daniel Crosby about the updated edition of The Behavioral Investor. Crosby explores how investing biases, market hype and our environment influence financial behaviour, and shares practical approaches to managing volatility, including a safety bucket of savings and support from a financial advisor. Plus, they discuss making retirement goals more vivid and navigating the psychological shift from saving money to spending it. Find out more at daniel-crosby/the-behavioral-investor and connect on X. | |||
| The Psychology of Money: Investing, Homeownership & Teaching Kids to Save | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:53:06 | |
How much do emotions shape your financial decisions? On this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery explores the psychology of money with Dr. Daniel Crosby, author of The Behavioral Investor, including practical strategies to manage investing biases, avoid panic selling and shift from saving to spending in retirement. Financial educator Kelley Keehn tackles the pressure to buy a home in Canada, the real costs of homeownership and how to weigh renting versus buying against your goals. Plus, Wealthsimple’s Sam Newman-Bremang explains how its kids and teens accounts use hands-on money management and parent-paid interest to help young people learn about spending, saving and compound interest. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Small Business Cash Flow: Lessons from the Zenbooks Financial Clarity Index | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:11:11 | |
Strong revenue doesn’t always mean a healthy business—or a reliable paycheque for its owner. Bruce Sellery speaks with Zenbooks principal Eric Saumure about the Financial Clarity Index and what it reveals about Canadian small business finances. From owners delaying their own pay to gaps in emergency funds, explore why integrated financial tools, cash flow planning, and understanding profit—not just sales—matter for better business decisions. | |||
| AI Scams and Deepfakes: How to Protect Your Money | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:11:01 | |
AI-generated images, videos, and impersonations are making financial scams harder to spot. Bruce Sellery talks with University of Toronto assistant professor Aviad Levis about how deepfakes work, why fraud detection is an evolving challenge, and what consumers can do to reduce their risk. Learn why checking original sources, seeking independent confirmation, and pausing before responding to urgent money requests are important safeguards. Find out more at aviadlevis.info or pi-vision.github.io. | |||
| Canada’s Housing Affordability Challenge: Why Supply Matters | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:14:02 | |
Why is housing so expensive in Canada, and what would it take to make it more affordable? Bruce Sellery speaks with CMHC deputy chief economist Aled ab Iorwerth about the housing supply challenge, regional differences, and what recent research reveals about the need for more homes. Explore how construction and supply affect renters and prospective homebuyers—and why improving affordability is a long-term undertaking. Find out more at cmhc-schl.gc.ca and connect on X, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. | |||
| Save Money on Home Repairs: DIY Maintenance Tips with Ken Long | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:11:48 | |
Small home maintenance tasks can help prevent big repair bills—but how do you know what to tackle yourself? Bruce Sellery talks with contractor, carpenter, and DIY creator Ken Long about building confidence with tools, seasonal maintenance, and the difference between preventing problems and paying to fix them. Learn how simple upkeep can save money around the house and when it makes sense to call a professional. Connect with Ken on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. | |||
| How to Save Money on Home Repairs, Spot AI Scams & Navigate Housing Costs | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:54:32 | |
Want to save money on home repairs and protect your finances from increasingly sophisticated scams? On this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery talks with contractor and DIY creator Ken Long about practical home maintenance, preventing costly repairs, and knowing when to call a professional. CMHC deputy chief economist Aled ab Iorwerth explains how Canada’s housing supply affects affordability for renters and homebuyers, while University of Toronto computer science professor Aviad Levis explores AI-powered scams, deepfakes, and ways to verify suspicious requests before sending money. Plus, Zenbooks principal Eric Saumure shares findings from the Financial Clarity Index, revealing what Canadian small business owners can learn about cash flow, emergency funds, and the difference between revenue and profit. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Using Home Equity in Retirement: Reverse Mortgages and Other Options | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:14:35 | |
Could the equity in your home help fund a more secure retirement? Susan Pimento, author of Your Retirement Reset: How to Convert Home Equity into Financial Security, joins Bruce Sellery to examine when a reverse mortgage may or may not make sense. They explore the costs and risks, alternatives such as refinancing and home equity lines of credit, potential tax advantages and the importance of comparing every option before making your home part of your retirement income plan. Find out more at retirewithequity.ca and connect on | Facebook and Instagram. | |||
| Divorce and Your Mortgage: What Separating Couples Need to Know | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:14:21 | |
A separation or divorce can make an already complicated mortgage even harder to manage. Neil Drepaul, director of Canadian Mortgage Services, joins Bruce Sellery to discuss joint mortgage responsibility, home equity buyouts, refinancing, renewals and qualifying on one income. He explains how lenders assess spousal and child support, when to contact a mortgage professional, what payment-relief options may be available and why independent home appraisals can help couples reach a fair settlement. Find out more at cmsmortgages.ca and connect on Instagram. | |||
| Renters’ Rights in Canada: Evictions, Repairs and How to Advocate for Yourself | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:13:28 | |
Renters may feel powerless in a competitive housing market, but they still have important legal rights. ACORN Canada national board representative Nichola Taylor joins Bruce Sellery to explain what Canadian tenants should know about rent increases, evictions, repairs, maintenance and withholding rent. She also shares where renters can seek help, how newcomers and lower-income tenants can advocate for themselves and why understanding the rules in your province is essential. | |||
| 5 Debt Mistakes Keeping You Stuck, and How to Break Free | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:11:13 | |
Getting out of debt takes more than willpower; it takes a strategy. Financial coach and Broad Money founder Alanna Abramsky joins Bruce Sellery to reveal five common debt mistakes: not knowing your numbers, relying on willpower instead of systems, ignoring emotional spending triggers, making only minimum payments and failing to plan for life’s inevitable expenses. Learn practical ways to manage cash flow, automate repayment, choose between the debt snowball and avalanche methods and build a financial cushion for the unexpected. Find out more at broadmoney.ca and connect on Instagram. | |||
| Canadian Housing & Debt: Renters’ Rights, Mortgages, Divorce & Retirement | 06 Oct 2026 | 01:00:11 | |
Housing costs and debt can feel overwhelming, but the right knowledge can help you move forward with confidence. Bruce Sellery speaks with financial coach Alanna Abramsky about five common debt mistakes and practical ways to break the cycle; ACORN Canada’s Nichola Taylor explains renters’ rights and how tenants can advocate for themselves; mortgage professional Neil Drepaul shares what couples should know about managing a mortgage through separation or divorce; and Your Retirement Reset author Susan Pimento explores reverse mortgages and other ways homeowners can use home equity to strengthen their retirement security. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| How Women Can Land Better Jobs and Negotiate Higher Pay | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:14:41 | |
Performance coach and professional brand strategist Erica Pearson shares actionable career advice for women seeking more senior, better-paying roles. She explains how to clarify your goals, strengthen your professional brand, use LinkedIn and networking strategically, position yourself effectively in interviews, address career gaps and imposter syndrome, and negotiate compensation with greater confidence. Find out more at ericapearson.com and connect on LinkedIn and YouTube. | |||
| Can AI Manage Your Money? Perplexity, Plaid and the Future of Financial Advice | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:13:56 | |
Could artificial intelligence soon help you budget, pay down debt and plan for retirement? Wealth management consultant Preet Banerjee examines Perplexity AI’s integration with the financial data network Plaid, separating today’s hype from its long-term potential. He and Bruce discuss data access, privacy, the limits of automated financial planning and why the future of personal finance may combine AI-powered analysis with advice validated by a qualified human professional. | |||
| How to Split Rent and Expenses Fairly With Roommates | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:14:39 | |
Sharing a home can make housing more affordable—but unclear expectations can quickly create financial and personal conflict. Personal finance expert Lesley-Anne Scorgie explains the money conversations roommates should have before signing a lease, including how to divide rent, utilities and shared purchases; distinguish household needs from wants; track expenses; protect credit; and build a fair arrangement that reflects each person’s space, income and responsibilities. | |||
| Home Maintenance Tips That Protect Your Property Value | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:10:19 | |
Outdoor design and lifestyle expert Carson Arthur joins Bruce Sellery to explain how smart exterior maintenance can protect your home, improve curb appeal and help preserve its resale value. Carson shares practical advice on setting a landscaping budget, choosing improvements with broad buyer appeal, managing drainage, inspecting mature trees, deciding when to call an arborist or contractor and documenting maintenance for future buyers and insurance claims. Connect with Carson on Instagram. | |||
| Protect Your Home’s Value, Manage Roommate Finances and Advance Your Career | 29 Sep 2026 | 01:00:57 | |
From protecting your home’s value to earning more at work, host Bruce Sellery explores practical ways to strengthen your finances at every stage of life. Outdoor design expert Carson Arthur shares budget-friendly home maintenance strategies, including curb appeal, drainage and tree care; personal finance expert Lesley-Anne Scorgie explains how roommates can divide expenses, set expectations and avoid money conflicts; wealth management consultant Preet Banerjee examines the promise and risks of Perplexity AI’s integration with Plaid; and performance coach Erica Pearson offers advice to help women land senior roles, navigate career changes and negotiate higher pay. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| LinkedIn “Time Travel”: Should You Rewrite Your Past Jobs for the AI Era? | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:14:00 | |
Job seekers are going back to old LinkedIn roles and rewriting them with today’s most desirable skills and buzzwords—but where is the line between a smart update and revisionist history? Stanford University researcher Gideon Moore joins Bruce Sellery to explain LinkedIn “time travel,” including why workers add terms such as AI, GPT and LLM to past job descriptions, remove language that has fallen out of favour and close employment gaps. They also explore the ethical questions and what this growing practice means for candidates, recruiters and researchersand Find out more at gideonmoore.com and connect on X, LinkedIn and BlueSky. | |||
| Managing Debt After Separation: How to Protect Your Credit and Cash Flow | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:11:16 | |
Separation can turn shared bills and joint accounts into an overwhelming individual burden. Senior financial planner Sabiha Mukadam joins Bruce Sellery with practical strategies for managing debt after a separation, from categorizing immediate and long-term obligations to closing unused joint credit, documenting balances and protecting your credit score. She also explains how to assess whether you can afford to keep the family home, adjust to a single-income budget and recognize when it is time to seek professional help. Find out more at scfplanning.com and connect on Instagram. | |||
| Doom Spending: Why Canadians Shop When the Future Feels Uncertain | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:11:42 | |
Why do we spend money to feel better when the news is stressful and finances are already tight? NerdWallet Canada lead writer Clay Jarvis joins Bruce Sellery to unpack “doom spending,” an emotional spending habit reported by two-thirds of Canadians surveyed. They explore the small purchases people use for comfort, how social media and easy online shopping trigger spending, and practical ways to recognize those patterns, find healthier outlets and focus on the financial choices within your control. Find out more at nerdwallet.com/ca and connect on Instagram. | |||
| The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Every Buyer Should Budget For | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:11:42 | |
Buying a home costs far more than the number on the listing. Personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq joins Bruce Sellery to explain the hidden costs of homeownership, including closing fees, land transfer taxes, insurance, maintenance, renovations and unexpected utility bills. She also shares practical advice on getting multiple quotes, separating needs from wants, using a home equity line of credit responsibly and building an emergency fund that can handle the realities of owning a home. Find out more at rubinaahmedhaq.com and connect on Instagram. | |||
| Hidden Homeownership Costs, Doom Spending and Managing Debt After Separation | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:57:52 | |
What does it really cost to own a home—and how can you protect your finances when life gets stressful or uncertain? On this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery speaks with personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq about the hidden costs of homeownership, from closing fees and renovations to insurance, maintenance and emergency savings. NerdWallet Canada’s Clay Jarvis explains why two-thirds of Canadians surveyed admit to “doom spending” and offers practical ways to curb emotional purchases. Senior financial planner Sabiha Mukadam shares strategies for managing joint debt, cash flow and major financial decisions after a separation, while Stanford researcher Gideon Moore explores “time travelling” on LinkedIn—why job seekers rewrite old roles with new buzzwords such as AI and what it means for employers. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Investing Without Overthinking It: How Canadians Actually Build Wealth | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:57:45 | |
In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery cuts through the noise to prove that smart investing doesn't have to be complicated. Wealth manager Geoff Saab, author of Low Risk Rules: A Wealth Preservation Manifesto, explains the counterintuitive "low-risk anomaly" and why entrepreneurs and everyday investors should watch fees and liquidity instead of chasing hedge funds and private equity. Financial planner Mark McGrath, co-author of Wealthier: The Investing Field Guide for Canadian Millennials, argues that low-cost ETFs and a "stoic" investor mindset have essentially solved investing, and shares how to find affordable, fee-only advice. Wealthsimple's David Mak breaks down how stock lending can turn your portfolio into a passive income stream, and legendary Globe and Mail columnist Rob Carrick delivers the biggest money lessons from his 30-year career, from buying the dips to why the stock market is no place for money you'll need in the next five years. A practical, jargon-free guide to building long-term wealth in Canada. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Life's Big Transitions & Your Money: Retirement Planning, Career Pivots & End-of-Life Care | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:57:12 | |
Life is full of transitions from starting a career to retirement, and everything in between and each one has a financial dimension. In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery explores how to navigate life's biggest changes with money in mind. Owen Winkelmolen, founder and CEO of the Adviice retirement-planning platform, explains how affordable, AI-powered tools are making detailed financial and decumulation planning accessible to everyone. Career strategist Janel Abrahami shares a practical framework for knowing when it's time for a career pivot, the six moves anyone can make, and how to use an "energy resume" and a personal board of advisors to find your next step. End-of-life doula Michelle Leray demystifies the role of a death doula and its surprising connection to estate planning, while University of Toronto professor Michelle Pannor-Silver, author of Aging with Agility, reveals why your body is a resource worth investing in and how physical health and financial health go hand in hand. A thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about preparing for change at every stage of life. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Money Conversations That Actually Matter: Talking to Your Family About Finances | 14 Jul 2026 | 01:04:20 | |
In this best of episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery digs into the money conversations we avoid most, starting with the taboo "Bank of Mom and Dad." The Purse founder Lindsey Stanberry unpacks the "boomer lifestyle subsidy" and the myth of the self-made success story, while RBC's Lucianna Adragna shares new poll findings on why parents hesitate to talk to their kids about money, and simple, everyday ways to build financial confidence at home. Portfolio manager Dan Bartolotti of PWL Capital offers a practical approach to helping family members without jeopardizing your own retirement, and certified financial therapist Erika Wasserman introduces her "MONEY" method for turning tense money talks into productive ones. Finally, author Jane Blaufus shares the sudden loss that inspired With the Stroke of a Pen and explains how "courageous conversations" and a clear plan can protect the people you love. Honest, practical, and full of heart, this is your guide to making money talk a normal part of family life. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| The Psychology of Money (Why We Do What We Do) | 07 Jul 2026 | 01:02:06 | |
In this Best Of episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery explores the powerful connection between money and mental health. ADHD coach Leanne Gawley explains why budgeting feels different for neurodivergent brains and shares practical tips for managing impulse spending, time blindness, and financial overwhelm. Deloitte psychologist and behavioural scientist Michelle Hilscher reveals how scammers weaponize psychology, using urgency, FOMO, and false intimacy, and how to protect yourself and loved ones. Licensed insolvency trustee Rob Kilner discusses how debt load affects sleep, relationships, and overall well-being, and why simply talking about it is the first step toward relief. Mental well-being advocate Olga Morawczynski, co-founder of Heal3, puts a real dollar figure on burnout and the cost of ignoring your mental health. Finally, financial educator and author Kelly Keehn shares insights from her book Save Yourself, explaining how your money identity, and even AI tools, can help you take control of your financial future. Brought to you in part by Credit Canada. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Money Mistakes We All Make (and How to Fix Them) } Full Episode | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:57:17 | |
In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery digs into the money mistakes we all make and how to overcome them. Certified financial planner Hanna Horvath unpacks "friction maxxing," the trend of intentionally making spending harder (and saving easier) to curb impulse purchases. Financial coach Alana Abramsky of Broad Money walks through seven popular budgeting methods, the traditional and zero-based budgets, 50-30-20, goals-based, pay-yourself-first, spending caps, and the envelope system, and how to find the approach that actually fits you. Equifax Canada's Julie Kuzmic delivers a credit score reality check, explaining why recent credit history, unreported mortgages, and statement-period timing can quietly shape your score. And Larry Zelvin of BMO Financial Group reveals how criminals are using AI, from deepfakes to QR-code traps, plus practical steps to protect your money. Brought to you in part by Credit Canada. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Why Canadian Arts Organizations Can't Get a Credit Card And the Case for a Bank for the Arts | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:14:20 | |
Theatres, symphonies, and galleries are the backbone of Canadian culture, so why can't many of them get a basic corporate credit card or line of credit? Jamie Bennett, consultant at Lord Cultural Resources, joins Bruce Sellery to expose the gap between arts organizations and Canada's financial services sector, explain why it's largely a problem of education and business language, and make the case for why a dedicated "bank for the arts" or at least a specialized banking vertical could change everything. | |||
| Drowning in Debt? Here's What a Licensed Insolvency Trustee Can Do for You | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:12:45 | |
If you're struggling with debt you can't manage, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) may be the most powerful resource you've never heard of. Caryl Newbery-Mitchell, Senior Vice President at MNP's Consumer Insolvency Practice, Canada's largest insolvency firm, explains what situations lead people to seek help, how a consumer proposal works, what an LIT can and can't do, and how to tell a legitimate trustee apart from the predatory debt advisors flooding social media. Connect with Caryl on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, TikTok, and Reddit. | |||
| The Planet Money Book: How Economics Shapes Everything From Food Banks to Dating Apps | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:22:15 | |
Alex Mayyasi, longtime contributor to NPR's Planet Money podcast, joins Bruce Sellery to talk about the new book Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. From the "Pickle Problem" at food banks to Argentina's failed BlackBerry factory, the economics of remote work, and the algorithm quietly running dating apps, Alex breaks down how everyday economic principles affect decisions we make at home, at work, and in love. Find out more at alexayyasi.com and connect on Instagram, Gastronomics Podcast, Substack, and X. | |||
| How Money Shapes Our Lives: Economics, Debt Relief & the Future of Arts Funding | Full Episode | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:54:20 | |
What does economics have to do with food banks, dating apps, and the Canadian arts scene? In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery sits down with Alex Mayyasi, a longtime contributor to NPR's wildly popular Planet Money podcast and author of the new book Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. He is here **to unpack how economic principles touch everything from tariffs and remote work to the "stable marriage problem" behind dating apps. Then, Caryl Newbery-Mitchell, Senior Vice President at MNP's Consumer Insolvency Practice, breaks down exactly what a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) can and can't do to help Canadians tackle unmanageable debt, including how a consumer proposal works and how to spot predatory debt advisors online. Finally, consultant Jamie Bennett of Lord Cultural Resources makes a compelling case for why Canadian arts organizations desperately need better access to banking and what it would take to finally get them there. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Driver's Ed for Money: Teaching Kids Smart Financial Habits Early | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:11:41 | |
Karen Holland, an economist and early financial educator and founder of Gifting Sense, introduces Spending Ed: Driver’s Ed for Money, a practical kit designed to help kids ages 10–15 build lifelong money habits before bad ones take hold. Using the familiar framework of a learner’s permit, Karen walks through mindful spending tools, trade-off exercises, and back-to-school budgeting strategies that parents can use without any personal finance expertise. Find out more at giftingsense.org, connect on Instagram, and check out School’s Out. Time for Spending Ed: Driver’s Ed for Money!. | |||
| Division of Labour: How Real Couples Split Work, Kids & the Household in 2026 | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:10:12 | |
Financial journalist Alicia Adamczyk from The Purse shares insights from her ongoing Division of Labour series, which profiles real couples and how they navigate the daily split of childcare, household tasks, and finances. From stay-at-home dads to same-sex couples rewriting the rulebook, Alicia explores how gender norms still shape, and sometimes limit, the choices couples make at home. Find out more at thepurse.co and connect on Instagram, and TikTok. | |||
| The Ambition Penalty: How Corporate Culture Pushes Ambitious Women Out | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:24:20 | |
Author Stefanie O'Connell joins Bruce to unpack her data-driven book The Ambition Penalty, revealing how workplace culture tells women to lean in, then penalizes them for doing exactly that. From biased performance reviews to salary negotiation backlash and the "paradox of meritocracy," Stefanie explains why the problem isn't women's ambition, but the environments responding to it differently based on gender. Find out more at tooambitious.substack and connect on Instagram, Threads, TikTok, LinkedIn, and check out The Ambition Penalty. | |||
| Women, Work & Money: Ambition, Household Equality and Raising Financially Smart Kids | Full Episode | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:52:27 | |
Why do ambitious women keep getting penalized at work even in 2026? In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery sits down with author Stefanie O'Connell to dig into her data-driven book The Ambition Penalty, which reveals how corporate culture tells women to step up and then pushes them back down through biased performance reviews, salary negotiation backlash, and the "paradox of meritocracy." Then, financial journalist Alicia Adamczyk from The Purse shares real-couple stories from her Division of Labour series, exploring how household responsibilities are (or aren't) being shared equally. Finally, Karen Holland, founder of Gifting Sense, walks us through Spending Ed: Driver's Ed for Money, a practical kit designed to give kids the money skills they need before they need them most. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| A Tax Credit That Could Help 10 Million Canadians Save for Retirement at Work | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:09:48 | |
Nearly 10 million Canadians have no access to a workplace retirement plan and the problem is most severe at small and mid-sized employers. Alex Mazer, co-founder and CEO of Commonwealth, joins Bruce to make the case for a Small Employer Retirement Plan Tax Credit: a federal incentive that could reduce the cost of setting up a group retirement plan by roughly 40% over three years, including up to $1,000 per employee in matching contribution credits. It's a policy proposal that could help close Canada's retirement savings gap and it may just appeal to politicians across the spectrum. Find out more at commonwealthretirement.com and connect on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Rise of the Permanent Renter — What Canada's Housing Crisis Really Means for Your Wealth | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:12:19 | |
For decades, buying a home was seen as the cornerstone of financial security in Canada. But with Toronto and Vancouver homes priced at 10 to 12 times the average family income, more Canadians are renting well into their 30s and 40s not by choice, but by necessity. Senior Desjardins economist Kari Norman discusses her recent study on the rise of the permanent renter, exploring the data behind affordability, the trade-offs between renting and owning, the lack of family-sized rental housing in major cities, and what a 27-year-old saving today should really be thinking about. Connect with Kari on LinkedIn. Connect with Desjardins on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out the study here Economics Study and Economics Study Registration. | |||
| How to Tell If Your Finfluencer Is Actually Trustworthy — Introducing the Influencer Safety Score | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:09:55 | |
Financial influencers are everywhere on TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn but how do you know if the advice they're sharing is accurate, unbiased, and actually right for your financial situation? Zainab Williams, founder and CEO of Fund Evolve, joins Bruce to walk through her Influencer Safety Score, an AI-powered tool that analyzes financial videos for red flags like sponsored bias, factual inaccuracies, and suitability gaps. Think of it as a food label for your financial content which helps you consume smarter and stay anchored to your true financial picture. Find out more at fundevolve.com and connect on Instagram. | |||
| What to Do With Your Crypto — Tax Rules Every Canadian Investor Needs to Know | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:13:04 | |
With crypto prices swinging wildly, many Canadians are sitting on gains or losses and aren't sure what to do next. Certified financial planner Jason Heath of Objective Financial Partners and Objective Tax and Accounting breaks down exactly how the CRA treats cryptocurrency: when profits are taxed as capital gains versus business income, how switching between coins triggers a taxable event, what to do with a capital loss, and why the lack of T-slips makes crypto reporting more complicated than most people expect. Whether you bought Bitcoin on a dip or mined your way to a windfall, Jason has the tax clarity you need. Find out more at objectivefinancialpartners.com and connect on X, Facebook, and Instagram. | |||
| Crypto Taxes, Finfluencers & the Future of Wealth Building in Canada | Full Episode | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:52:43 | |
In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery tackles four pressing personal finance topics for Canadians. Certified financial planner Jason Heath breaks down the tax implications of cryptocurrency, including capital gains and losses, the risks of business income classification, and the importance of proper CRA reporting. Zainab Williams, founder of Fund Evolve, introduces her Influencer Safety Score, an AI-powered tool that helps Canadians evaluate the credibility and personal suitability of financial advice found on TikTok, Instagram, and beyond. Senior Desjardins economist Kari Norman explores the rise of the permanent renter in Canada, examining affordability data, wealth-building trade-offs, and why cities like Toronto and Vancouver are pushing more people to rent for the long term. Finally, Alex Mazer, co-founder and CEO of Commonwealth, makes the case for a Small Employer Retirement Plan Tax Credit which is a policy proposal designed to help the nearly 10 million Canadians who currently have no access to a workplace retirement plan. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| Protecting Your Disabled Child's Financial Future: A Guide to RDSPs & Henson Trusts | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:11:28 | |
Carol Willes, Director of Estate Planning at BMO Private Wealth, offers essential guidance for families navigating the financial complexities of caring for a child with a disability. She breaks down the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), a tax-sheltered account eligible for up to $70,000 in government grants, and explains when and why a Henson Trust is the right tool for passing on an inheritance without disqualifying a child from provincial benefits. Carol also shares a cautionary real-life story about a well-intentioned estate plan that went wrong, and what every parent in this situation needs to know before it's too late. Connect with Carol on LinkedIn. | |||
| Financial Fawning & the Trauma of Money: How Your Past Shapes Your Money Habits | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:14:07 | |
Chantel Chapman, CEO and founder of the Trauma of Money Institute, reveals the surprising and deeply personal ways that past trauma, including generational scarcity, relational wounds, and systemic stress, shows up in our financial behaviour. She introduces the concept of "financial fawning" (using money to seek approval and avoid abandonment), explains why scarcity triggers the same brain response as trauma, and shares why naming what's happening in a client relationship can be the single most powerful thing a financial professional can do. Find out more at thetraumaofmoney.com and connect on Instagram with @chantelchapman, and @traumaofmoney. | |||
| Queer Joy Is a Superpower: Mischa Oak on Belonging, Allyship & Rainbow Wisdom | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:23:22 | |
Mischa Oak, LGBTQ+ keynote speaker and author of Rainbow Wisdom: 18 LGBTQ+ Life Lessons for Everyone, joins Bruce to explore why inclusion still matters in the modern workplace. Mischa shares how "thinking queerly" means breaking out of imposed boxes, the critical difference between fitting in and truly belonging, and how allies can "queer the space" in their daily interactions. He also explains why queer joy isn't just a cultural phenomenon; it's a proven driver of creativity, innovation, and organizational performance Find out more mischaoak.com and connect on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. | |||
| Financial Trauma, LGBTQ+ Inclusion & RDSP Planning: What Canadians Need to Know | Full Episode | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:55:45 | |
In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery tackles three powerful conversations that connect identity, emotion, and financial well-being. First, LGBTQ+ keynote speaker and author Mischa Oak joins Bruce to discuss Rainbow Wisdom: 18 LGBTQ+ Life Lessons for Everyone, which explores queer joy as a workplace superpower, the difference between fitting in and truly belonging, and what real allyship looks like in practice. Then, Chantel Chapman, CEO and founder of the Trauma of Money Institute, unpacks how past trauma, from childhood poverty to generational scarcity, shapes our financial behaviours today, including a concept she calls "financial fawning." Finally, Carol Willes, Director of Estate Planning at BMO Private Wealth, guides parents caring for a child with a disability through the critical financial and legal tools available to them, including the RDSP, the Henson Trust, and the do's and don'ts of estate planning in these complex family circumstances. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||
| First-Party Fraud Explained: Why More Canadians Are Lying to Get Credit | 20 May 2026 | 00:12:06 | |
Cherolle Prince, Director of Fraud and Identity Management at Equifax Canada, unpacks the alarming rise of first-party fraud — when individuals misrepresent their own identity or inflate their income to qualify for credit. With economic pressures pushing more Canadians to the financial edge, Equifax data shows first-party fraud is up over 30% year over year, doubling in both credit cards and banking. Cherolle explains how AI-powered detection tools and lender collaboration are fighting back, and why this growing trend ultimately tightens credit access for everyone — even those who play by the rules. Connect on LinkedIn(Cherolle), X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn(Equifax). | |||
| HELOC Explained: How Home Equity Lines of Credit Really Work (and the Risks) | 20 May 2026 | 00:13:05 | |
Ron Butler, principal broker at Butler Mortgage and host of the Angry Mortgage Podcast, breaks down exactly how home equity lines of credit work, the key differences between a HELOC and a traditional mortgage, and the real risks of using one to cover vacations, pay off credit cards, or fund rental properties. He also explains why a HELOC is a demand loan — meaning the bank can reduce or call it on just 24 hours' notice — and offers one simple self-assessment to determine whether you have the financial discipline to manage one responsibly. Find out more at butlermortgage.ca and connect on X, Instagram, and Facebook. | |||
| Thoughtload: Why Your Brain Feels Overwhelmed at Work | 20 May 2026 | 00:22:35 | |
Organizational psychologist Dr. Liane Davey explains the concept of "thoughtload" — the invisible drain on your performance caused by cognitive overload, emotional triggers, and depleted energy. She shares how to identify your overwhelm style (whirlwind, stickler, brooder, or rogue), why multitasking is counterproductive, and practical tools like three-tiered priority lists and dedicated "focus and forge" time blocks to help you work smarter, reduce anxiety, and replenish your energy reserves. Find out more at lianedavey.com and connect on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X. | |||
| Overwhelmed and Overextended: Thoughtload, HELOC Risks & the Rise of Credit Fraud | Full Episode | 19 May 2026 | 00:53:34 | |
In this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery tackles three pressing issues facing Canadians today. Organizational psychologist Dr. Liane Davey introduces the concept of "thought load" , an invisible tax on your performance and presence driven by rising cognitive demands, emotional triggers, and depleted energy reserves. Liane shares practical strategies to identify your overwhelm style and reclaim your focus. Then, Ron Butler, principal broker at Butler Mortgage and host of the Angry Mortgage Podcast, breaks down the pros and cons of home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), explaining how they work, when they make sense, and the critical difference between a mortgage and a demand loan. Finally, Cherolle Prince, Director of Fraud and Identity Management at Equifax Canada, reveals why first-party fraud, which is when individuals misrepresent their own financial information to qualify for credit, is surging at over 30% year over year, and what lenders and AI tools are doing to fight back. To find out more about the guests check out:
Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn | |||