Best Fabian Ruggieri Podcasts (2025)

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31: Re-Run - Meet Vas Piperoglou: Markets, Discipline, and the Power of Patience 24:18

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This week we’re throwing it back to one of our favourite Season 1 episodes. We sat down with Vas, the CIO and co-founder of Collins Street Asset Management, to explore a value-investing philosophy built on focus, conviction, and the courage to look where everyone else isn’t. From cracking open his piggy bank at twelve, to running a concentrated Aus…

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30: Meet Jonas Benner: Bitcoiner, Crypto Guru, and Quant at AMP 47:09

28d ago47:09

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An Australian, nationally recognised, retail super fund investing in Bitcoin? That’s not a headline grab; it’s a measured, research-led step that says a lot about where money is going. This week, we sit down with AMP quantitative researcher Jonas Benner to unpack why a quant team that runs dynamic overlays across equities, bonds, and commodities no…

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29: Meet Andrew McKie: Monopolies, Markets and Mindset 39:18

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We are kicking off Season 4 with a powerhouse conversation as Fabian sits down with Andrew McKie, Co-Founder and Portfolio Manager at Elston Asset Management! With two decades of experience navigating markets, constructing portfolios, and guiding clients through every economic cycle, Andrew brings unmatched clarity to a world that often feels overl…

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Season 3 Wrap-Up & What’s Next: Sneak Peek at Season 4! 20:40

2M ago20:40

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That’s a wrap on Season 3 of Finance Friends - From the Field to Finance! In this episode, we reflects on the conversations, lessons, and standout moments that defined this season — from navigating career pivots to uncovering what truly drives success in the world of finance. You’ll hear insights from some of our favourite guests, behind-the-scenes…

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28: Meet Jack Trengove, Youngest AFL Captain, Equities Analyst at Lanyon Asset Management 28:48

3M ago28:48

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At just 20 years old, Jack Trengove made history as the youngest-ever captain in the AFL! Leading Melbourne Football Club with maturity beyond his years. After nearly a decade in professional sport, Jack made the bold move to pivot his career, trading the footy field for the finance world. Now an Equities Analyst at Lanyon Asset Management, he brin…

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27: Meet Izzy Chilcott, Professional WNBL Player and Director and Fund Manager at Centuria Bass Credit 39:10

3M ago39:10

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From scoring three-pointers at the University of San Diego to leading major real estate credit strategies as Director at Centuria Bass Credit, Izzy Chilcott's journey demonstrates how elite sporting mindsets create exceptional business outcomes. Izzy's basketball career took her from the Gold Coast to college basketball in the U.S.A, then through a…

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26: Meet Andy Gowers, Hawthorn FC President, Former AFL Player, and Founder of Vest Advisory 52:37

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From premiership glory at Hawthorn to the boardroom as President of the Club and Founder of Vest Advisory, Andy Gowers’ journey is one of leadership, trust, and reinvention. Known as a hard-working half-back in Hawthorn’s 1991 Premiership side, Andy’s playing career was built on discipline, resilience, and a relentless team-first mindset. But his s…

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25: Meet Tom King, Olympic Champion and Chief Investment Officer of Nanuk Asset Management 35:25

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What happens after you've reached the pinnacle of human achievement? For Tom King, Olympic gold medalist in sailing at the 2000 Sydney Games, the journey from elite athletics to the corporate world reveals surprising challenges and universal truths about success, purpose, and reinvention. Tom pulls back the curtain on his remarkable path from saili…

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24: Meet Shane Wakelin, Renowned AFL Player, and Executive Director of Distribution at Ark Capital 39:50

4M ago39:50

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From AFL powerhouse to Executive Director of Distribution at ARK Capital: Shane Wakelin’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and leadership beyond the field. Across 252 AFL games with St Kilda and Collingwood, Shane Wakelin built a reputation as a tough, reliable player who thrived under pressure. But what makes his journey remarkable is how …

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23: Meet Grant Hackett OAM, Olympic Gold Medallist and CEO of Generation Development Group 38:40

5M ago38:40

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Grant Hackett's journey from Olympic gold medal glory to CEO of a $2 billion ASX-listed company offers a masterclass in high-performance mindset and leadership transition. When Grant Hackett was 13 years old, he made a decision that would shape his entire life: he wasn't just going to the Olympics – he was going to win gold. This clarity of purpose…

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22: Meet Ted Richards, Iconic AFL Defender and Head of Melbourne at Wilsons Advisory 43:55

5M ago43:55

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From premiership glory to private wealth... Ted Richards joins us for Episode 3 of From the Field to Finance! A former Sydney Swans premiership player and All-Australian defender, Ted takes us on an extraordinary journey from elite sport to high-stakes finance. With remarkable candour, he shares the mindset shift that transformed his football caree…

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21: Meet Luke Jones, Former Wallaby, Rugby Union Star and Investment Specialist at Fawkner Property 53:01

6M ago53:01

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Former Wallaby, international rugby star, and now Investment Specialist... Luke Jones joins us for the second episode of From the Field to Finance! After a 14-year professional rugby career that spanned Australia and France, Luke made the leap from elite sport into the world of Finance. Now an Investment Specialist at Fawkner Property, he’s respons…

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20: Meet Chris Judd, AFL Star, Founder of Cerutty Macro Fund 37:08

6M ago37:08

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He needs absolutely no introduction... A two-time Brownlow Medallist, premiership captain, and one of the greatest to ever play the game, AFL legend, Chris Judd, kicks off our exclusive third season: From the Field to Finance. Judd's transition from AFL superstar to successful portfolio manager and Founder of the Cerutty Macro Fund, reveals strikin…

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Season 2 Wrap-Up & What’s Next: Sneak Peek at Season 3! 25:17

7M ago25:17

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Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a finance podcast? Host Fabian and producer Sienna pull back the curtain to share the Finance Friends journey and preview an extraordinary new season featuring sports stars who've conquered the finance world. Want the inside scoop on which sports stars are joining us? Follow Finance Friends Podcast on…

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19: Meet Natalie Jollow, Head of Marketing at GlobalX 22:13

7M ago22:13

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What does it take to rise from a call centre agent to the head of marketing at a major investment firm? Nat Jollow's journey shatters expectations and offers a refreshingly honest look at career development in financial services. This episode delves deep into how modern marketing within financial services has evolved beyond creative campaigns to be…

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18: Meet James Wrigley, Financial Advisor and Finfluencer 25:56

7M ago25:56

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What happens when a financial advisor goes viral? James Wrigley has amassed over 220,000 followers across social media platforms with his refreshingly authentic approach to financial advice, reaching millions of people worldwide with every post. But his success story begins far from the spotlight. Now, James is a principal advisor helping clients n…

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17: Meet Nadia Jaworski, Infrastructure Strategy Advisor and Partner of Maverick Advisors 27:14

8M ago27:14

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Join us as we sit down with Nadia Jaworski, joint founder and partner of Maverick Advisors, who pulls back the curtain on the fascinating world of social infrastructure development. With over 25 years of experience working across both government and private sectors, Nadia offers rare insights into how essential community facilities move from idea t…

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16: Meet Ray Becher, Property Advisor and Senior Buyers Agent 25:08

8M ago25:08

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What separates a great property purchase from a costly mistake? Ray Becher, Property Advisor and Senior Buyer's Agent at Cohen Handler, reveals the strategic depth behind successful property transactions that most buyers never consider. Drawing on three generations of property knowledge, Ray takes us through his fascinating journey from performance…

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15: Meet Marc Olynyk, Senior Lecturer and Course Director of Financial Planning. 29:42

8M ago29:42

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Career journeys are rarely straightforward, and Marc Olynyk's path from accounting to academia proves just that. In this weeks episode, our host Fabian Ruggieri chats with his past professor Marc, now the Senior Lecturer and Course Director at Deakin University's renowned financial planning program. Marc takes us through the unexpected twists that …

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14: Meet Andrew Beaumont, Director of Vest Capital 24:34

8M ago24:34

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In this weeks episode, Fabian chats with Andrew Beaumont, Director of Vest Capital. Andrew reveals the inner workings of private credit and how Vest Capital is changing the game for businesses needing fast, flexible financing solutions across Australia. Andrew's personal journey from big four accounting through management consulting to fund managem…

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13: Meet Sean Graham, Managing Director of Assured Support 30:41

8M ago30:41

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Sean Graham, Managing Director of Assured Support, takes us on a journey through the evolution of compliance in Australia's financial advice landscape. Far from the rigid box-ticking exercise of decades past, today's compliance function requires creativity, psychological insight, and commercial acumen to drive better business outcomes. What makes a…

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12: Meet Samantha Sun, Senior Manager Practice Engagement & Growth 26:26

9M ago26:26

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Ever wondered about the invisible support system behind successful finance professionals? This week, our host, Fabian Ruggieri chats with Samantha Sun as she pulls back the curtain on this fascinating profession in a candid conversation that explores the critical role of practice management in helping advisors build thriving businesses. As Senior P…

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11: Meet David Werdiger, Family Wealth Generalist 34:25

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This week, our host, Fabian Ruggieri chats with David Werdiger, Family Wealth Generalist. Having navigated his own journey from working in his own family's business, to working on software development, to successful tech entrepreneur, and finally to his current role as an author and generalist advisor on family dynamics and wealth transition. Throu…

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10: Meet Chris Clayton, Head of Distribution at L1 Capital 26:29

9M ago26:29

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Meet Chris Clayton, Head of Distribuition at L1 Capital. Chris shares his journey with us in this episode from starting as a manager at McDonalds when he was 18, to becoming a CEO of a funds management firm by 29. This conversation peels back the curtain on success and servant leadership in finance, with Clayton explaining how important empowerment…

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9: Meet Stefan Galbo, Partner, Corporate Finance at PKF 24:33

9M ago24:33

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Explore the world as a Partner in Corporate Finance with this weeks guest, Stefan Galbo. Stefan shares how his humble beginnings working in a Greek restaurant through high school and university, taught him valuable life lessons, of which he continues to implement into his everyday life, and that ultimately led him to the success he wears every sing…

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8: Meet Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP 25:58

10M ago25:58

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Dive into the world of economics with Diana Mussina, the Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, in the first episode of Season 2 at Finance Friends! Diana shares her inspiring journey from a finance and economics student at the University of New South Wales to a leading role in one of Australia's prominent financial institutions. Listeners will learn about…

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7: Meet Frank Campisi, Mortgage Broker 24:59

1y ago24:59

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Join us in this week’s episode of Finance Friends with Fabian as we chat with Frank Campisi, mortgage broker and co-founder of Explore Finance. Frank opens up about his career journey from accounting to broking, the key skills for building trust with clients, and how he balances a busy professional life with running a farm and a childcare business.…

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6: Meet Stefan D'Alessandro, Risk Insurance Adviser 25:24

1y ago25:24

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Join us in this weeks episode of Finance Friends with Fabian, as we chat with Stefan D'Alessandro, founder and director of The Risk Lab, about his journey from computer science to risk insurance specialist. Stefan shares his thoughts about building meaningful client relationships, the importance of balancing work with personal passions, and how his…

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5: Meet Peter Vlachos, Senior Distribution Manager 25:06

1y ago25:06

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Join us in this week’s episode as we sit down with Peter Vlachos, Senior Distribution Manager at Elston Asset Management. Peter takes us through his journey from studying financial planning to becoming a key player in the funds management industry. He shares valuable insights into the challenges of building relationships, the importance of resilien…

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4: Meet Kieran Berry, Managing Director and CEO 19:45

1y ago19:45

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Join us in this weeks episode of Finance Friends with Fabian, as we sit down with Kieran Berry, CEO and Managing Director of RiverX, one of Australia’s fastest-growing investment advisory firms. Kieran shares his journey from selling stock market newsletters at 23 to building his own business, offering insights into the challenges of building a cli…

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3: Meet Vas Piperoglou, Chief Investment Officer 23:11

1y ago23:11

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Join us in this weeks episode as we chat with Vas Piperoglou, Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer at Collins Street Asset Management. Vas' path to a successful career was paved by motivation, ambition, and the power of knowledge. From starting his investment journey at the age of only 12 with the help of his father, Vas developed a passion for …

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2: Meet Chris MacEachern, Financial Planning CEO 28:03

1y ago28:03

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Join us as we chat with Chris MacEachern, AKA C-Mac, the Financial Planning CEO behind Australia's Freedom Finance. Chris's path to success is a testament to resilience and strategic thinking. Listen in as we explore how his early interest in finance, sparked by his father's day trading, led him to the successful career he has today.…

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1: Meet Fabian Ruggieri, Director of RIVA Recruitment 16:52

1y ago16:52

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In the first episode of Finance Friends with Fabian, we dive into the personal and professional journey of Fabian, director of RIVA Recruitment and our podcast host. Joined by co-host Megan, Fabian shares his path from studying finance at La Trobe University to working at prestigious financial firms, both in Australia and abroad. With insightful re…