Better Money with the MAIAs

Ep 21 - Stephanie Fitzgerald, The Money Charity

In this episode of Better Money with the MAIAs, Michael Gilmore speaks with Stephanie Fitzgerald from The Money Charity, winners for their work supporting underserved communities. Stephanie shares why financial education should be lifelong, how the charity tailors programmes for people with learning disabilities, and why addressing scams and financial abuse is a growing priority. They also discuss the importance of engaging teaching methods, empowerment through choice, and helping people build a positive relationship with money. This conversation highlights why inclusive, supportive financial education is essential for long-term financial wellbeing.

Ep 20 - Tracy Hall, Intimate Fraud Survivor & Advocate

In this episode of Better Money with the MAIAs, Michael Gilmore speaks with Tracy Hall, who shares her experience of intimate fraud, a form of financial abuse carried out by someone she trusted deeply. Tracy reflects on the emotional and psychological impact of the scam, the challenges victims face when seeking support, and how shame and misunderstanding often compound the harm. She also discusses her journey from survivor to advocate, calling for better education, stronger systems of support, and a more compassionate response to fraud. This episode highlights the complexity of financial scams and why protecting people requires understanding trust, trauma, and human behaviour, not just warning signs.

Ep 19 - Jane Monica-Jones, Financial Therapist

In this episode of Better Money with the MAIAs, Michael Gilmore speaks with Jane Monica-Jones, financial therapist, researcher, and co-founder of the Financial Well-Being Company. Jane opens up about the emotional side of financial literacy — exploring how trauma, family history, and even neurodivergence shape our relationship with money. She discusses her own money story, the patterns she has seen across her work, and why a trauma-informed approach is essential for truly effective financial education. Discover how financial therapy helps people navigate the beliefs and behaviours that traditional financial education often overlooks.

Ep 18 - Surya Banda, Multiply by Creador Foundation

In this episode of Better Money with the MAIAs, Michael Gilmore speaks with Surya Banda from Multiply by Creador Foundation, a financial education initiative transforming how women in India learn about money. Surya shares how the programme began in Malaysia, why it expanded to India, and what they’ve learned about creating content that truly engages people — from short-form videos to WhatsApp delivery and AI-driven support. Discover why confidence, community recognition, and practical real-world learning sit at the heart of Multiply’s impact.

Ep 17 - Fleur Iannazzo, The Money Pizza

In this episode, MAIAs Best Book 2025 winner Fleur Iannazzo shares “The Money Pizza,” a simple, behavior-first framework to build a money system that fits your life. We break down debt, buffers, decision-making, risk vs reward, and how to have calmer money conversations at home, without shame or rigid rules.