Episode 37

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7th Aug 2025

#37: Conversation with Rob Carrick - Canada’s Top Journalist on the Future of Personal Finance.

Today’s episode is a special one. I’m joined by someone who has shaped the way Canadians think about money for nearly three decades: Rob Carrick.

As a longtime personal finance columnist at The Globe and Mail, Rob has helped Canadians navigate housing bubbles, market crashes, and shifting economic realities with honesty and a deep respect for the everyday investor.

Now retired, or as he puts it, “re-wired”—Rob joins me to reflect on this next chapter and share his insights on the current state of personal finance in Canada.

In this episode, we explore:

  • What led Rob to retire after nearly 30 years at The Globe and Mail
  • The biggest shift he’s seen in how people think about money
  • Whether home ownership is still a realistic goal for younger Canadians
  • Why ETFs remain an underused investment tool
  • What retirees need to know about drawing down their savings
  • How to cut through the noise of online financial advice
  • Rob’s future plans in this new phase of life
  • Whether you're planning for retirement, building your portfolio, or just starting out, this episode offers clear, thoughtful insights from one of Canada’s most trusted financial voices.

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The Prosperous and Happy Life
Money doesn’t guarantee happiness, but it sure can help. In this podcast, I bring you expert advice on how to achieve not only wealth …. But happiness too!
I shares tips and experiences from my quest to help my clients be prosperous and happy. Over more than 30 years I have worked with thousands of clients and countless experts, all looking to live a rich and fulfilling life. In my podcast interviews I share my stories and wisdom, along with advice from the many experts I have encountered along the way.

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Mary Hagerman

Mary Hagerman is an award winning portfolio manager and investment advisor with the Montreal office of Raymond James Ltd. Considered a female pioneer in building ETF-based discretionary portfolios for her clients, Mary is an expert columnist on ETFs for industry publications in French and English, and she is regularly quoted in the media. Mary combines her personal passion for karate with her professional experience in her book, The Black Belt Investor.

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