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Calm money systems for real life.

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SugarMamma’s Fireplay is a personal finance show led by host and financial planner Canna Campbell, with a strong bias toward calm, repeatable action. Episodes translate listener money questions into concrete steps around emergency savings, investing, superannuation, home buying, and family cash flow.

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About SugarMamma’s Fireplay

SugarMamma’s Fireplay sits in the practical end of personal finance, where motivation has to become a transfer, a buffer, a review, or an investment plan. Canna Campbell frames money as something that can feel calmer when it is broken into repeatable systems. The show often starts with a real question. A young listener asks how to begin after finishing school. A couple asks whether staggered retirement might help their money last longer. Another household wants to build an $80,000 emergency fund while starting with less than $1,000. Those questions give the episodes a lived-in shape. Campbell answers with lists, examples, cautions, and plain-English explanations, moving between emotional reassurance and concrete numbers. She is comfortable with compounding, ETFs, LICs, redraw facilities, superannuation, cash flow forecasting, and mortgage buffers. She is also comfortable saying when something is risky. Episodes on super fund switching, platform products, and self-managed super funds carry a protective tone, especially when younger people with smaller balances may be moving without fully understanding costs or advice incentives. Other episodes are more domestic and habit-based. Frugal February becomes a case study in grocery pressure, school holiday spending, phone calls, cancelled events, small savings, and turning leftover money into longer-term wealth. The Start Here mini-series gives the feed a steady listener-service rhythm. It is not abstract finance chat. It is household-level planning with an Australian accent, frequent sponsor reads, and a strong belief that early, consistent action matters. The show fits people who want encouragement, but only if it comes with a spreadsheet-sized next step.

Made for: SugarMamma’s Fireplay is for Australians building financial confidence around savings, investing, superannuation, mortgages, retirement, and family cash flow. It especially suits listeners who want practical structure without dense finance jargon.

What sets it apart: The show blends planner-style caution with highly specific household examples: emergency accounts, redraw buffers, grocery pressure, property costs, and compounding math. Its Start Here format gives listener questions a direct, actionable path.

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Having been a Financial Planner for over 15 years, I have seen first hand how money problems can breed stress. Often, people make wrong money decisions because the world of finance can be intimidating and confusing. This podcast cuts through the jargon and provides practical, accessible financial education and empowerment - so you can build sustainable wealth and help achieve financial freedom. You will also hear real-life success stories from people who have transformed their finances and be empowered by valuable advice from industry experts. So join me for the start of a bold and brilliant financial future and growing community. For immediate access to all my content follow @SugarMammaTV@C…

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Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Canna Campbell connects savings, home buying, investing and habit systems through practical household examples and clearly sequenced actions.

SugarMamma's Fireplay turns household finance into a sequence of decisions that can be acted on. Host and financial planner Canna Campbell moves between emergency savings, first-home costs, investing and goal systems, usually grounding the subject in a household scenario or her…

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Episodes

  1. 1

    START HERE: How Many ETFs or LICs Should I Own?

    ·25m
  2. 2

    Super Fund Switching Warning: The Risks of SMSFs, Platforms & Lead-Generated Advice

    ·20m
  3. 3

    START HERE: Should Couples Stagger Retirement to Help Money Last Longer?

    ·17m
  4. 4

    Micro-Investing: A Starting Line, Not the Finish Line

    ·19m
  5. 5

    START HERE: Nervous About Debt Recycling? 7 Rules to Do It Safely (Before You Start)

    ·19m
  6. 6

    Interest Rates Are Rising — What Smart Homeowners Are Doing Right Now (INVALUABLE ADVICE with Adam McCabe)

    ·19m
  7. 7

    START HERE: How Long Will My Portfolio Take to Recover After a Market Crash?

    ·14m
  8. 8

    Hope Housing – What you need to know about this different way of buying a home!

    ·11m
  9. 9

    START HERE: Finding Hope When Debt Feels Impossible - Vicki’s Path to Financial Freedom

    ·17m
  10. 10

    Smart Shopping = Smart Saving: Making the Most of Prime Big Deal Days

    ·17m
  11. 11

    Inheritance in Australia: The Hidden Tax You Didn’t Know About

    ·19m
  12. 12

    START HERE: Should We Move to a Regional Town to Afford the Life We Want? (Housing Affordability, Family Finances & The “Financial Gap Year”)

    ·16m
  13. 13

    START HERE: How to Build Emergency Savings When You're Starting From $0

    ·23m
  14. 14

    How Much Emergency Money Do You Really Need? (And Why It's Not 3 Months Expenses)

    ·16m
  15. 15

    START HERE: Everyone is buying property - Are You Missing Out?

    ·15m
  16. 16

    The $50,000 Super Gap: Why Women Retire With Less And How To Close It | International Women’s Day Special

    ·18m
  17. 17

    START HERE: Should You Sell Your Shares During a Crisis? What History Says

    ·17m
  18. 18

    Frugal February Results: How I Saved $1,065 in One Month (And Turned It Into Long-Term Wealth)

    ·23m
  19. 19

    START HERE: Mini-Retirement, Burnout & Designing a Sustainable Life

    ·16m
  20. 20

    Only have a 5% deposit? No worries - The Governments First Home Buyer Solution

    ·26m
  21. 21

    START HERE: Helping Adult Children Into Property Without Sacrificing Your Own Financial Future

    ·21m
  22. 22

    6 FIGURE SALARIES MAKING BANK!

    ·15m
  23. 23

    START HERE STARTING FROM NOTHING

    ·15m
  24. 24

    My 2026 Goals: How I Set Them, Why They Matter & How I Stay Committed

    ·23m
  25. 25

    START HERE: I’m Receiving an Inheritance: How Do I Protect My Financial Future?

    ·20m
  26. 26

    The Best Goal-Setting Insights from Diary of a CEO — Through a Financial Lens

    ·27m
  27. 27

    Frugal February: The 28-Day Money Reset That Gives You Back Control

    ·18m
  28. 28

    Debt-Free Forever: The Mindful Way to Crush Credit Cards and Rebuild Your Wealth

    ·20m
  29. 29

    START HERE: Investing for Grandchildren - The Gift That Lasts A lifetime

    ·16m
  30. 30

    7 Habits Keeping You Broke!

    ·28m
  31. 31

    START HERE: How Do I Set My Financial Goals Without Burning Out?

    ·29m
  32. 32

    🔥 How to Retire Earlier Than You Think: 7 Smart Money Moves That Actually Work

    ·23m
  33. 33

    START HERE: Why Your Budget Keeps Failing (And How to Finally Fix It)

    ·19m
  34. 34

    How to Start Investing in 5 Simple Steps (and Change Your Financial Future)

    ·18m
  35. 35

    START HERE - Which Financial Goal Should We Do First?

    ·24m
  36. 36

    My 5 Best Non-Financial Investments: The Things That Truly Paid Off this year 💕

    ·24m
  37. 37

    START HERE: How to Manage Irregular Child Support, Pay Off Debt & Build Financial Security as a Single Parent

    ·19m
  38. 38

    🔥 My 2025 Financial Goals - Passes, Fails & Lessons Learned

    ·24m
  39. 39

    START HERE: Should I Accept Money From My Parents If I’m Still in Debt?

    ·22m
  40. 40

    BNPL vs Credit Cards - Which one is "safer" to use this Christmas?

    ·19m
  41. 41

    START HERE: It’s Not Too Late! How to Rebuild Super & Pay Down Debt in Your 40s

    ·26m
  42. 42

    Why You Need to Check Your Loans URGENTLY! APRA’s New DTI Rules

    ·28m
  43. 43

    START HERE: Downsizing for Retirement: How to Turn Your Home Equity Into Financial Freedom

    ·23m
  44. 44

    ASK ADAM: When and how to upgrade the family home without going broke

    ·23m
  45. 45

    START HERE: How to Talk to Your Parents About Money (Without Starting a Fight)

    ·21m
  46. 46

    Why You Need to Start Investing Now (with Michael McCarthy from moomoo)

    ·38m
  47. 47

    START HERE: Should I Get Income Protection Insurance? How to Protect Your Income Without Breaking Your Budget

    ·29m
  48. 48

    Your Money Motivation Manifesto: How to Reignite Your Financial Fire

    ·35m
  49. 49

    START HERE: Beating Financial Burnout - Finding Balance, Motivation & Hope For Mandy

    ·22m
  50. 50

    Live Longer, Live Better: Why Prevention Is the Best Investment You’ll Ever Make

    ·39m
  51. 51

    START HERE: How to Use a Margin Loan WISELY: 7 Rules to Reduce Risk & Build Wealth

    ·23m
  52. 52

    AI May Take Your Job… But Here’s My Financial Game Plan to Retire Rich

    ·26m
  53. 53

    START HERE: How Do I Pay Off $28,000 in Credit Card Debt and Finally Get Ahead?

    ·20m
  54. 54

    From FIFO to Financial Freedom: Lindsey’s Journey to $1.8 Million Net Worth

    ·45m
  55. 55

    START HERE: Should You Switch Your Super to Growth or High Growth?

    ·27m
  56. 56

    What Happens to Your Money When You Can’t Work Anymore? FINANCIAL SURVIVAL

    ·25m
  57. 57

    From Paintbrush to Paycheck: Anna Price’s Inspiring Creative Journey

    ·43m
  58. 58

    Side Hustles & the Cost of Living: How Aussies Are Taking Back Control

    ·15m
  59. 59

    START HERE: What Should My Daughter Do With Her $25,000? | A Start Here Guide for Young Investors

    ·12m
  60. 60

    The Personal Growth Course That Healed & Transformed Me ( + Budget Friendly!)

    ·17m
  61. 61

    START HERE: Should I use my dividends to pay off DEBT or REINVEST for FINANCIAL FREEDOM?

    ·24m
  62. 62

    ASK Adam: The 7 Questions to ask before buying a property together!

    ·30m
  63. 63

    START HERE: The Power of Compounding Interest to build YOU wealth!

    ·23m
  64. 64

    Why You Might Owe the ATO This Year! And How to Avoid It in the Future

    ·19m
  65. 65

    START HERE: How should I invest $10,000 inheritance for each of my kids?

    ·21m
  66. 66

    The Sleep Well Strategy: My #1 Rule for ALL Retirees (and Future Retirees)

    ·18m
  67. 67

    START HERE: Overwhelmed by BNPL? Do This Now.

    ·18m
  68. 68

    Michelle is evidence that women Do F.I.R.E. Differently - And Why That’s Our Superpower

    ·35m
  69. 69

    START HERE: How to Get on Top of Your Finances When You've Been Avoiding It for Years

    ·21m
  70. 70

    From Housing Commission to Homeowner: Jessie’s Journey to Financial Empowerment

    ·32m
  71. 71

    START HERE: I Lost ALL of my Super...now what do I do?

    ·17m
  72. 72

    From Remote Work to $1.5M Net Worth: How This Aussie Family Reached Mortgage Freedom

    ·47m
  73. 73

    START HERE: How can I build wealth & retire early WITHOUT buying a property?

    ·31m
  74. 74

    From Grants to Schemes: How to Actually Afford a Home RIGHT NOW!

    ·30m
  75. 75

    START HERE: Should I pay off my mortgage OR invest in my superannuation first?

    ·24m
  76. 76

    7 Questions to ask your partner before committing financially!

    ·19m
  77. 77

    START HERE: Reclaiming Your Power After a Financial Setback

    ·23m
  78. 78

    Stop trying to "pick" the best stocks to invest in! Everything you need to know about Listed Investment Companies

    ·31m
  79. 79

    START HERE: Single Mum: Should I downsize if I can't afford my mortgage or enjoy any lifestyle?

    ·21m
  80. 80

    Don’t Buy Anything on Prime Day Until You Hear This

    ·15m
  81. 81

    Start Here: Episode 6- How can I invest this $10,000 gift into shares?

    ·18m
  82. 82

    Why Aussie Industrial Shares Fuel FIRE (And Peter Thornhill’s Take on Unrealised CGT)

    ·32m
  83. 83

    Financial Fitness - Is Your Gym Membership burning a hole in your budget?

    ·24m
  84. 84

    This OUTRAGEOUS unrealised CGT is everyones problem... PLUS what you can do about it!

    ·20m
  85. 85

    The BEST Financial Advice for Single Parents

    ·35m
  86. 86

    7 Ideas To Pay Off Your Mortgage AS FAST AS POSSIBLE!

    ·33m
  87. 87

    THIS FREE CHALLENGE CHANGED MY LIFE! You need to know about this...

    ·27m
  88. 88

    From Self-Destruction to Financial Freedom - Adam Cooper's Inspiring Journey

    ·31m
  89. 89

    Minimalism and Money: My self discovery into a richer life

    ·25m
  90. 90

    Interest Rate Cuts: How to get ahead & be MORTGAGE FREE ASAP!

    ·22m
  91. 91

    Loud Budgeting - The Power of Saying No

    ·19m
  92. 92

    START HERE! Should I buy this investment property for my mum?

    ·18m
  93. 93

    My SECRET F.I.R.E Strategy - Building $200,000 p.a. passive income

    ·23m
  94. 94

    Fun Frugal February - The Challenge I Didn't Know I Needed

    ·18m
  95. 95

    How To Be Fucking Awesome With MONEY!

    ·35m
  96. 96

    5 Financial Fears - be aware, avoid & ahead for financial sanity!

    ·25m
  97. 97

    Is refinancing really worth it? $200,000+ worth of savings from this!

    ·30m
  98. 98

    The 5 Money Rules that have helped me build financial freedom

    ·20m
  99. 99

    How To Build Your Financial Game Plan for 2025

    ·36m
  100. 100

    START HERE: Mortgage vs Super vs Investing: What Should You Focus on in Your 40s?

    A financial coach advises a couple in their 40s on whether to prioritize paying off their mortgage, student debt, or investing more, emphasizing balance and goal alignment.

    ·27m
  101. 101

    START HERE: 5 Smart Money Moves to Set Yourself Up Financially in Your 20s

    Hidden gem

    A financial coach provides five simple steps for a young adult to build a strong financial foundation in their 20s.

    Apr 17, 2026·18m·1 clip
  102. 102

    Your Financial Atomic Habits! Easy Financial Success

    Canna Campbell applies James Clear’s Atomic Habits framework to financial goals for 2026, focusing on systems that continue when motivation fades.

    Apr 12, 2026·23m·1 clip
  103. 103

    START HERE: How to Manage Irregular Child Support, Pay Off Debt & Build Financial Security as a Single Parent

    This episode provides financial advice for single parents on managing irregular child support, paying off debt, and building financial security.

    Apr 9, 2026·19m
  104. 104

    Super Fund Switching Warning: The Risks of SMSFs, Platforms & Lead-Generated Advice

    The host warns about the risks of switching from mainstream super funds to SMSFs and platforms, especially for those under 45 with low balances.

    Apr 5, 2026·20m
  105. 105

    START HERE: Should Couples Stagger Retirement to Help Money Last Longer?

    A financial advisor discusses whether couples should stagger their retirement dates to make their money last longer, addressing tax strategies and superannuation considerations.

    Apr 2, 2026·17m
  106. 106

    Micro-Investing: A Starting Line, Not the Finish Line

    Mar 29, 2026·19m
  107. 107

    START HERE: Nervous About Debt Recycling? 7 Rules to Do It Safely (Before You Start)

    Mar 26, 2026·19m
  108. 108

    Interest Rates Are Rising — What Smart Homeowners Are Doing Right Now (INVALUABLE ADVICE with Adam McCabe)

    Mar 22, 2026·19m
  109. 109

    START HERE: How to Build Emergency Savings When You're Starting From $0

    Hidden gem

    SugarMamma's Fireplay's "START HERE: How to Build Emergency Savings When You're Starting From $0" answers James's question about moving from less than $1,000 to an $80,000 emergency fund.

    Mar 19, 2026·23m·1 clip
  110. 110

    How Much Emergency Money Do You Really Need? (And Why It's Not 3 Months Expenses)

    Mar 15, 2026·16m
  111. 111

    START HERE: Everyone is buying property - Are You Missing Out?

    Mar 12, 2026·15m
  112. 112

    The $50,000 Super Gap: Why Women Retire With Less And How To Close It | International Women’s Day Special

    Mar 8, 2026·18m
  113. 113

    START HERE: Should You Sell Your Shares During a Crisis? What History Says

    Mar 5, 2026·17m
  114. 114

    Frugal February Results: How I Saved $1,065 in One Month (And Turned It Into Long-Term Wealth)

    Hidden gem

    Financial planner Kanna Campbell, host of SugarMamma's Fireplay with over 20 years of experience, shares her Frugal February results: despite setting her lowest-ever goal of $400, she saved $1,065 through a combination of a phone call to Origin Energy (16% electricity discount, 11% gas discount, $90/month recurring saving), mortgage restructuring with broker Adam McCabe of Blue Lantern ($200/month recurring saving once complete), two weeks of self-cleaning the house ($600 saved when her cleaner was away), and pantry-shopping her last grocery week ($80 saved).

    Mar 1, 2026·23m·1 clip
  115. 115

    START HERE: Mini-Retirement, Burnout & Designing a Sustainable Life

    Feb 26, 2026·16m
  116. 116

    Only have a 5% deposit? No worries - The Governments First Home Buyer Solution

    Mortgage broker Adam McCabe from Blue Lantern Home Loans joins SugarMamma's Fireplay host Canna to break down the newly launched Australian government First Home Guarantee, which allows buyers to purchase with a 5% deposit by replacing lender's mortgage insurance.

    Feb 22, 2026·26m·1 clip
  117. 117

    START HERE: Helping Adult Children Into Property Without Sacrificing Your Own Financial Future

    Helping adult children buy property without sacrificing your own financial future, based on a listener question.

    Feb 20, 2026·21m
  118. 118

    6 FIGURE SALARIES MAKING BANK!

    Feb 15, 2026·15m
  119. 119

    START HERE STARTING FROM NOTHING

    Feb 12, 2026·15m
  120. 120

    My 2026 Goals: How I Set Them, Why They Matter & How I Stay Committed

    Hidden gem

    Canna Campbell uses SugarMamma’s Fireplay to explain why her year ends on December 1, not December 31, because December is for rest, reflection, and “sacred time.” She says she caps herself at five goals after years of setting 15-plus, because “overload completely kills momentum” and clarity creates progress.

    Feb 8, 2026·23m·1 clip
  121. 121

    START HERE: I’m Receiving an Inheritance: How Do I Protect My Financial Future?

    Feb 5, 2026·20m
  122. 122

    The Best Goal-Setting Insights from Diary of a CEO — Through a Financial Lens

    Feb 1, 2026·27m
  123. 123

    Frugal February: The 28-Day Money Reset That Gives You Back Control

    Jan 29, 2026·18m
  124. 124

    Debt-Free Forever: The Mindful Way to Crush Credit Cards and Rebuild Your Wealth

    Jan 25, 2026·20m
  125. 125

    START HERE: Investing for Grandchildren - The Gift That Lasts A lifetime

    Jan 22, 2026·16m
  126. 126

    7 Habits Keeping You Broke!

    Jan 18, 2026·28m
  127. 127

    START HERE: How Do I Set My Financial Goals Without Burning Out?

    Jan 15, 2026·29m
  128. 128

    🔥 How to Retire Earlier Than You Think: 7 Smart Money Moves That Actually Work

    Jan 11, 2026·23m
  129. 129

    START HERE: Why Your Budget Keeps Failing (And How to Finally Fix It)

    Jan 8, 2026·19m
  130. 130

    How to Start Investing in 5 Simple Steps (and Change Your Financial Future)

    Jan 4, 2026·18m
  131. 131

    START HERE - Which Financial Goal Should We Do First?

    Jan 1, 2026·24m
  132. 132

    My 5 Best Non-Financial Investments: The Things That Truly Paid Off this year 💕

    Dec 28, 2025·24m
  133. 133

    START HERE: How Many ETFs or LICs Should I Own?

    Dec 25, 2025·25m
  134. 134

    🔥 My 2025 Financial Goals - Passes, Fails & Lessons Learned

    Dec 21, 2025·24m
  135. 135

    START HERE: Should I Accept Money From My Parents If I’m Still in Debt?

    Dec 18, 2025·22m
  136. 136

    BNPL vs Credit Cards - Which one is "safer" to use this Christmas?

    Dec 14, 2025·19m
  137. 137

    START HERE: It’s Not Too Late! How to Rebuild Super & Pay Down Debt in Your 40s

    Cam answers Jessica's question about staying on track with debt reduction and rebuilding superannuation in her 40s, praising her progress and offering guidance.

    Dec 11, 2025·26m
  138. 138

    Why You Need to Check Your Loans URGENTLY! APRA’s New DTI Rules

    Dec 7, 2025·28m
  139. 139

    START HERE: Downsizing for Retirement: How to Turn Your Home Equity Into Financial Freedom

    A financial expert answers a listener's question about downsizing her home to fund retirement, explaining the downsizer contribution rules and practical steps.

    Dec 4, 2025·23m
  140. 140

    ASK ADAM: When and how to upgrade the family home without going broke

    Nov 30, 2025·23m
  141. 141

    START HERE: How to Talk to Your Parents About Money (Without Starting a Fight)

    Nov 27, 2025·21m
  142. 142

    Why You Need to Start Investing Now (with Michael McCarthy from moomoo)

    Nov 23, 2025·38m
  143. 143

    START HERE: Should I Get Income Protection Insurance? How to Protect Your Income Without Breaking Your Budget

    Nov 20, 2025·29m
  144. 144

    Your Money Motivation Manifesto: How to Reignite Your Financial Fire

    Nov 16, 2025·35m
  145. 145

    START HERE: Beating Financial Burnout - Finding Balance, Motivation & Hope For Mandy

    Nov 13, 2025·22m
  146. 146

    Live Longer, Live Better: Why Prevention Is the Best Investment You’ll Ever Make

    Nov 9, 2025·39m
  147. 147

    START HERE: How to Use a Margin Loan WISELY: 7 Rules to Reduce Risk & Build Wealth

    Kanna answers Kat's question about using a margin loan wisely, offering 7 rules to reduce risk and build wealth.

    Nov 6, 2025·23m
  148. 148

    AI May Take Your Job… But Here’s My Financial Game Plan to Retire Rich

    Nov 2, 2025·26m
  149. 149

    START HERE: How Do I Pay Off $28,000 in Credit Card Debt and Finally Get Ahead?

    Oct 30, 2025·20m
  150. 150

    From FIFO to Financial Freedom: Lindsey’s Journey to $1.8 Million Net Worth

    Oct 26, 2025·45m