The Curve

Ahhh, December. The trees are up, the carols are cranking, and things are looking rather bright and merry in the world of finance – unless, of course, you’re Michael Burry (the man behind The Big Short – it has Ryan Gosling in it, you’ve probably seen it). Today, we’re talking big risks, big bets and the danger of betting on failure. On a more positive note, the S&P500 is up, Uber’s finally in the big-dog club, Facebook is flying, Zuckerberg’s selling, TikTok is absolutely massive and Vic’s hit travel gold (for only 35 measly little Euros). ‘Tis the season, people. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Child actor, teenage homeowner, Shortland Street star and mum-of-three … it’s safe to say that Beth Allen (Google her face immediately, you know her) has lived a pretty exciting life. Today, we have the privilege of sitting down with Beth to talk about her own financial journey, and the importance of keeping her finances aligned with her ethics. From industry pay disparities to the cost of being a woman on screen, investing her kids’ pocket money to Elon Musk’s big plans for Mars, Beth’s here to tell it like it is. Sophie really, really wants to be her friend – and we’re pretty sure you will too. Watch the interview on YouTube. If you want to find out what kind of investor you are, try this quiz we've put together with Pathfinder! It's such a great way to find out what your values are and what kind of companies you might like to invest in! And for more information about Pathfinder head to Pathfinder.kiwi. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

A big week for The Curve! Soph went to the movies (and ordered nachos – questionable), Vic discovered Temu and we won a podcast award! Morale could not be higher, and neither could the latest Black Friday stats. We look at the sky-high spending, massive profits and a few scary red flags. We’re also talking the joy of black cabs, the (third) return of Robin Hood, Soph’s saucy Christmas costume and this summer’s hottest fashion trend – the IPO. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

We’re always excited to chat to our guests, but this week Soph has quite possibly lost her mind in anticipation. To celebrate the recent Transgender Awareness Week, we’re talking to the hilarious, honest and totally inspiring Allegra Bambi Haines. Born and raised in South Wales, in an idyllic (and very sheltered) community, Allegra’s journey from uncertain child to proud trans-woman has not been an easy one. From her traumatic ‘lightbulb moment’ at 21 to being struck off the NHS waiting list, from estrogen on toast to funding the renovation that never ends – Allegra takes us, graciously and wittily, through the real cost of transitioning. Deeply moving and unflinchingly honest, her story will leave you wanting to be a better person – and an even better friend. Watch the interview on YouTube. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

AI scandals, dirty crypto and weeping at Singapore Airport … safe to say, it’s been a wild old week for all involved. While Vic finally touched down on safe ground (yes, the weeping was hers) the same can’t be said for the big dogs behind ChatGPT, who are currently dealing with a veeery shaky landing. We talk about riding the AI wave, the inevitability of greed following success, and the beauty of investing in an ETF. We also look at dodgy money (and founders) in the world of crypto and the controversial boom in Zara’s rising share price. Two time zones, multiple topics and at least two birthdays for Vic. Hip hip! For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

For so many, fertility doesn’t come easy. In fact, it can come at a huge, overwhelming and often unattainable cost. In today’s episode, we’re talking to Brett Russo, author of ‘The Underwear in my Shoe’ – a powerful, funny and unflinchingly honest account of her journey through IVF – about her own experience with infertility. Born and raised in New Jersey, Brett and her husband endured five rounds of IVF to have their two gorgeous sons. Brett found the experience so harrowing and all-consuming, she decided to write a book about it. From privilege to heartbreak, hidden costs to the importance of overcommunicating – Brett’s been through it all and she’s more than happy to share. Inspiring, confronting and extremely important, this is a must-listen for everyone out there.  Watch the interview on YouTube For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Eve is on a mission to erase the shame surrounding taboo health topics like periods, hormones, sexual and mental well-being so together we are doing a podcast miniseries about the cost of being a woman. We want to dissolve the stigma and create space for open, empowered discussions around what it means (and costs us) to be a woman. Eve’s products are super high quality, they are some of our faves, with dosages and forms that match scientific studies. Basically, they work! Find them at evewellness.com and use the code CURVE to get 15% off. Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

We all know Vic loves a party … so to celebrate her birthday week, Soph’s bringing the party to this episode! We’re talking messages of love, a few dirty secrets and one very sexy bunch of flowers. And because this is a finance podcast, we’ve also found time to cover WeWork’s ongoing bankruptcy saga (and why it may actually make them more powerful), the widening gap between men and women, why Amazon’s getting into bed with Snapchat, and the scandalous rise of ‘shrink-flation’ (we’re looking at you, Dirk). Note: For those only interested in the finance news – and not our lives – please skip ahead to the 8-minute mark! We got a bit carried away with Vic’s big day…  For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

If you’re looking for amazing energy, absolute honesty and a big old mindset-shift – then have we got the episode for you. Today’s guest, Chancè Hindirlane, is a trailblazer, a boss and a genuine breath of fresh air. Originally from Congo, Chancè and her 11 siblings were raised by their mother – and a village of support people. After moving to America and having her first child, she quickly realised that not only was finding her own village incredibly tough – it also came at a huge financial cost. A big believer in prioritising the mum-life you want to live, Chancè is paving the way for mums (and mums-to-be) everywhere: inspiring them to drop the guilt, outsource where possible and totally own their worth. Trust us, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. Watch the interview on YouTube. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Eve is on a mission to erase the shame surrounding taboo health topics like periods, hormones, sexual and mental well-being so together we are doing a podcast miniseries about the cost of being a woman. We want to dissolve the stigma and create space for open, empowered discussions around what it means (and costs us) to be a woman. Eve’s products are super high quality, they are some of our faves, with dosages and forms that match scientific studies. Basically, they work! Find them at evewellness.com and use the code CURVE to get 15% off. Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

When a founder steps down, usually so does the share price. And this week, Whitney Wolfe Herd – founder and CEO of Bumble, and the world’s youngest self-made female billionaire – is calling it quits. We talk about plummeting share prices, the cost of love and the benefits of having a founder in the driver’s seat. We’re also looking at some Shein IPO rumours, Buffy the Finance Slayer’s savings account (Vic's attempt at a Warren Buffet joke), Uber’s latest offering (hot air balloon, anyone?) and why it’s important to take time to stop and smell the Gherkin. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

Here at The Curve, we love ourselves a good debate – and today’s guest, Lily from Pathfinder, is an incredible (and very succinct) contender. We’re partnering with Pathfinder on a brand-new ethical miniseries – and to kick things off, we’re going right to the core of one of the juiciest names in the business. Apple. With Lily fighting in Apple’s corner, and Vic doing her best to pick it apart, we go deep into Apple’s operations to find out how many problems the world’s largest tech-giant is solving … and causing. From creativity to consumerism, profit to privacy – it’s all on the table today. If you want to find out what kind of investor you are, try this quiz we've put together with Pathfinder! It's such a great way to find out what your values are and what kind of companies you might like to invest in! And for more information about Pathfinder head to Pathfinder.kiwi. For more from The Curve:InstagramWebsiteTikTokNewsletter Curve disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice. Pathfinder disclaimer: Pathfinder Asset Management Limited is the issuer of the Pathfinder KiwiSaver Plan and Pathfinder Investment Funds. Product Disclosure Statements for the offers are available at pathfinder.kiwi