The Curve

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 

The S&P500’s had a big bad month, but it’s not all doom and gloom! We look at the realities of over performing and why all that goes up must, at some point, come down. And when it comes to going down, we couldn’t go past WeWork’s recent bankruptcy saga and the tough choice investors will face between getting the hell out or keeping the faith. We look at the surprising success of Pinterest, the public perils of IPOs, and dive under the coyote-fur hood of Canada Goose … and Vic gives herself a new nickname. Punny Vic anyone?  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.

Let us introduce you to Laurie Wang - inspiring, humble and incredibly talented. Laurie grew up in a first generation Chinese immigrant family in the US. Her parents wanted her to follow a traditional career path, so she found herself completing a finance degree, although she knew it wasn't what she really wanted to do. Fast forward a decade, and Laurie has truly 'found her flow' in a completely different industry. This episode is a conversation about having the bravery to change careers, start a business and have a family - all while building and growing wealth through investing. It's full of personal finance, saving and investing hacks - but most importantly, Laurie talks about how we can all find our 'rich life'.  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.

In a bid to make finance more fun, we decided to dress up for Halloween … and instantly regretted it. Bear with us as Vic reads her notes through wonky eyeholes. It’s reporting season (again!) so we’re bringing you a few tricks and treats to pop into your little finance buckets. We’re talking Snapchat’s highs and lows, Meta’s latest (and potentially very expensive) controversy and Hong Kong’s not-very-sexy problem – as well as the impact the Israel-Palestine war is having on advertising revenue, and Microsoft’s epic commitment to looking after women going through menopause. Happy Halloween 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.

In todays episode Vic opens up about one of the best investments she's ever made drum roll please... in property! Six years ago Vic was deported from the US and no she wasn't smuggling anything up her 🍑 for those wondering. It was a simple visa error, but one that meant she ended up back in NZ unexpectedly. Nearing 30, with nowhere to live and no job, she decided to buy a house. Everyone told her she was silly to do so as she would be 'buying at the top of the market'. Fast forward 6 years, and that house is now worth $800,000 more than when she snagged it up. This is a story about how Vic saved her deposit, went through the process of buying her now dream house, and everything she learnt along the way. 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.

In today's episode, we're chatting with Nicole Bremner, the financial wizard juggling a share in 18 properties. Fun fact: Ross from Friends once tried to buy one of her houses! From global banking, to investing in a dynamic mix of startups, stocks, and property, Nicole's journey is a rollercoaster of financial adventures. With a history of once owning shares in a whopping 108 properties, she dishes out valuable investment insights, like the golden rule: "It's better to regret the ones you didn't buy than the ones you did." Join us for a fun, inspiring dive into Nicole's world of financial discipline and the thrill of modern investing! 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.

Vic’s decided to build herself a library (complete with old-timey ladders, naturally) and the first book on the shelf is without a doubt going to be ‘The Psychology of Money’, by Morgan Housel. We’re here to run you through this incredible book’s key takeaways – to help you gain control of your time, prioritise saving, lean into kindness and ultimately sleep much, much better at night … while making lots of money along the way. Warning: if you’re a friend or family member of Vic’s, listen with caution, as you’re definitely getting a copy for Christmas. 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.