You’re kicking goals. The numbers look great. The farm’s expanding. But here’s the question nobody’s asking: At what cost? In this punchy MINI EPISODE, Ben Law — The Financial Bloke — delivers a much-needed gut check for ambitious rural families and business owners chasing growth at full tilt. Because success built the wrong way might leave you wealthier… but lonelier, burned out, or disconnected from the people who matter most. Ben shares the subtle warning signs he sees in farming families acr...
Jun 26, 2025•7 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What do Olympic medal-winning teams, the All Blacks, and elite farming families have in common? According to Chris Webb — high-performance advisor to Australia’s top sporting teams — it’s not just talent that wins the day. It’s culture, clarity, and the courage to call out bad habits. In this high-octane episode, Chris reveals what truly separates good teams from great ones — and how farming families can apply the same principles to grow stronger businesses and deeper relationships. You’ll disco...
Jun 19, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Ever feel like you're just reacting — putting out fires, chasing deadlines, and telling yourself, “I'll deal with that later” ? In this bite-sized MINI EPISODE of the Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast, Ben Law — The Financial Bloke — throws down a challenge: If your life was a movie… would you be the hero, or just a spectator? Ben pulls back the curtain on the quiet cost of “one day” thinking — the missed moments, the unspoken regrets, and the slow drift that pulls families apart. With raw h...
Jun 12, 2025•5 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Avoiding the tough conversations? It could be costing you everything. In this powerful episode, Ben Law is joined by communication specialist Katie Godden to unpack the hidden danger that derails most succession plans, fractures family trust, and stalls high-performing families: the conversations that never happen. It’s not the paperwork. It’s not the accountant. It’s the silent tension — the things left unsaid for too long. Katie shares why most families avoid the conversations that matter, wha...
Jun 05, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 101
MINI EPISODES are back — and this one pulls no punches. In the second instalment of this new short, sharp series, Ben Law — The Financial Bloke — tackles one of the biggest myths holding family businesses back: that being “nice” keeps the peace and holds things together. It doesn’t. In fact, being liked might be the very thing that’s keeping your family stuck. Ben shares a raw story from his early career that revealed the difference between being respected and being effective — and lays out four...
May 28, 2025•8 min•Season 2Ep. 2
What happens when a family doesn’t just talk about legacy — but builds it, lives it, and scales it? In this powerful episode, Ben Law sits down with Josie Angus of Angus Pastoral Company and Signature Beef — one of the most respected names in Australian beef. Together, they unpack the rarely-heard behind-the-scenes strategy that turned a fourth-generation grazing family into a vertically integrated powerhouse that spans 162,000 hectares, 35,000 head of cattle, a $37M abattoir, and four adult chi...
May 22, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Introducing something new and powerful… This episode marks the launch of Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom MINIs — short, sharp, solo episodes released fortnightly between our usual deep-dive guest interviews. These bite-sized sessions are designed to give high-performing farming families a straight-talking dose of insight, strategy, and mindset — fast. Every mini tackles a specific challenge or idea from the 9 Pillars of the High Performing Families Framework — helping you grow wealth, strengthen r...
May 15, 2025•8 min•Season 2Ep. 1
What do Donald Trump’s tariffs, China’s trillion-dollar bond stash, and Australian interest rates have in common? They’re all shaping your farm’s future—and no one breaks it down quite like Saul Eslake. Back by popular demand, leading economist Saul Eslake returns to The Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast to help farming families make sense of today’s economic chaos and where it might lead. From America’s erratic trade decisions to what’s really going on with Australian inflation and interest...
May 08, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 99
What if the biggest challenge holding your family back isn’t money, land, or succession—but the way you speak (and listen) to each other? In this episode, I sit down with Allan Parker OAM—renowned international negotiator, behavioural scientist, and a man who’s facilitated everything from global UN policy to grassroots farming family disputes. Allan delivers a masterclass in communication that every family on the land needs to hear. We unpack: Why 90% of stress in farming families is avoidable—a...
Apr 24, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 98
In this timely and thought-provoking episode, Ben Law sits down with John Anderson—former Deputy Prime Minister, generational farmer, and host of one of Australia’s most influential podcasts—for a conversation every values-driven farming family needs to hear. Together, they explore the slow erosion of the very virtues that built Australia: responsibility, self-sacrifice, financial prudence, family unity, and moral courage. As global stability fractures and population decline accelerates, John of...
Apr 10, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 97
What happens when a rookie with no formal ag training transforms a startup cattle operation into one of Australia’s top-performing beef producers? Meet Andrew Miller, manager of Braidwood Station in Western Queensland. In this episode, Andrew reveals the grit, mistakes, and mindset shifts that took him from overstocked paddocks and sleepless nights to running a powerhouse operation ranked in the top 20% of the beef industry. Discover how Andrew’s relentless focus on knowing his numbers, building...
Mar 27, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 96
In this episode of the Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast, Ben sits down with David Westbrook—a man who’s lived the highs and lows of farm succession. David shares the raw, unfiltered story of stepping away from his family’s legacy after conflict and disillusionment, only to return years later with a new perspective and renewed hope. From confronting generational differences to navigating difficult conversations, David’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, self-discovery, and c...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Most farming families struggle with succession. Some avoid the hard conversations, others get bogged down in conflict, and too many leave it too late. But the Conaghan family? They’ve turned the challenge into an opportunity—and they’re thriving. In this episode, Lynise Conaghan of Barmount Station joins me to share how her family successfully navigated massive transitions, including transitioning out of a business partnership, bringing the next generation into the operation, and expanding into ...
Feb 27, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 94
What makes a farming family truly rich? Spoiler: it’s not just the land or the livestock. Elaine Froese, celebrated as Canada’s 'Farm Whisperer,' joins Ben to share her 30+ years of wisdom as a farm family coach. Together, they tackle the big issues—from fairness in succession and breaking the cycle of conflict avoidance to fostering harmony through tough conversations. Elaine’s powerful stories and practical tools will inspire you to shift your mindset, build clarity in your family, and create ...
Feb 13, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Meet Karen Penfold, a driving force behind one of Australia's most dynamic family agribusinesses. In this candid conversation, Karen shares the highs and challenges of managing succession in a multi-generational farming family. Hear how she and her husband Dan transitioned out of their family business, raised four incredibly driven daughters, and are now proactively setting the stage for the next generation. Learn how their family prioritises communication, clarity, and collaboration to build a ...
Jan 30, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Ben Law is back with Tim Rivett to unpack a controversial topic affecting farming families worldwide: inheritance taxes. As whispers of policy changes gain momentum, Ben and Tim dissect the UK’s sudden move to slash tax exemptions for farmers and what it might mean for Australia. Discover why death taxes are back on the table, how governments eye the “pot of gold” in farming assets, and the ripple effects for multi-generational businesses. With real-world examples, including political missteps a...
Jan 16, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode of The Agricoach Wealth and Wisdom Podcast, Ben Law sits down with Kylie Wilson, a specialist in rural asset planning, to discuss one of the most effective tools for securing the future of your family farm: a family agreement. From managing the tricky process of transferring land and assets to addressing the emotional challenges that can come with succession planning, Kylie explains how these agreements set clear expectations for everyone involved. They discuss key elements that ...
Jan 02, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Oli Le Lievre, the creator of the hugely popular Humans of Agriculture podcast. Oli’s journey—from growing up in the city to falling in love with the bush—has fuelled his mission to bridge the city-country divide through the power of storytelling. Together, Ben Law and Oli tackle the big questions: how can storytelling reshape agriculture’s narrative, build empathy, and foster connection in a world of increasing division? From breaking down misconceptio...
Dec 19, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this episode, Ben welcomes Ram Savana from Enable Ag, known as a "Farmers Time-Freedom Coach" by his Nuffield Scholar clients. Ram specialises in helping farmers break free from the daily grind and reclaim their time. He shares his incredible journey from biotechnology in India to revolutionizing farm management in Australia. If you’re overwhelmed by farm management and craving more freedom, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how Ram’s simple yet powerful systems and task management tool...
Dec 05, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 88
In this episode of the Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast, Ben welcomes Nick Davison from Legacy Livestock to shed light on the often-misunderstood subject of non-bank lending. With the traditional reliance on banks, many farmers overlook the potential of alternative finance options, which can be a real game-changer for agribusinesses. Listeners will discover how non-bank lending, once thought to be the last resort for those in financial trouble, is now a strategic choice even for those with ...
Nov 21, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Join us on this episode of The Agricoach Wealth and Wisdom Podcast as we welcome back Ag Marketing Specialist Brendan McDonald. If you’re in the beef cattle business or handle stud livestock and are eager to boost your sales, this episode is packed with valuable strategies. We’ll revisit the fundamentals of marketing—what it really means for your stud bull business, including pricing, product positioning, and promotion strategies. Brendan will explain how today’s technology can transform your ap...
Nov 07, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 86
In this special episode, recorded live at the 3R Angus Bull & Genetics Sale in Tamworth, Ben hosts a compelling ‘Fireside Chat’ during the Cattleman Series Dinner 2024 with industry heavyweights Geoff Birchnell of 3R Angus Genetics, Bryce Camm of Camm Agriculture Group, and Robert Gill of Alexander Downs. This episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in the beef industry. From breeding and genetics to navigating the challenges of the supply chain, our panellist...
Oct 24, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode of The Agricoach Wealth and Wisdom Podcast, we’re joined by Libby Newman, a seasoned investment specialist from Vanguard Australia with over 25 years of experience in the financial markets. For those of you focused on building off-farm wealth through managed funds and index investing, this conversation is a must-listen. Libby breaks down the performance of major investment markets in the US and Australia over the past year, highlighting key drivers behind the returns and whether ...
Oct 10, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In this episode, we get straight to the heart of what truly drives profit in family agribusinesses, with insights from Kate Burke of Think Agri. As a seasoned farm consultant with a PhD in agronomy and a background in managing one of Australia's largest grain producers, Kate knows a thing or two about making farms profitable. She joins us to share her expertise and challenge some common misconceptions. Kate kicks off by sharing a bit about her impressive background, setting the stage for a discu...
Sep 26, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Join us in this compelling episode as we reconnect with Ardie and Kacie Lord, the dynamic duo behind Lord Pastoral in Sutherland, QLD and a prime example of a High Performing Family. This is part 2 of our High Performing Families series, following our previous interview with their son and daughter-in-law, Nikko and Jade Lord. After the flood of questions we received from listeners following our last discussion at Beef24, we’re diving deeper into Ardie and Kacie's journey to share some of the sta...
Sep 12, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Ever wonder what truly fuels The Financial Bloke’s passion? In this special episode, Ben Law switches seats from host to guest as he chats with David Egerton-Warburton on the Boots Off Log On! podcast. Dive deep into the heart of Agricoach and discover why aligning families, growing wealth, and protecting legacies are more than just Ben’s day job—they’re his life’s mission. This episode unpacks the real challenges farming families face, from scaling operations and next-gen struggles to navigatin...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Have you ever wondered why some families thrive in agriculture, prospering across generations, while others struggle despite having similar resources? In the first instalment of this High Performing Families series, we chat with Nikko and Jade Lord, the younger generation of the Lord Family, who embody the traits that set successful families apart. In this engaging conversation, we explore how Nikko's return from college full of bright ideas was met with a delicate balance of freedom and guidanc...
Aug 29, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Cotton Conference on the Gold Coast, Ben interviews the Lawrie Family of Moora Plains, QLD - a prime example of what he terms a ‘High Performing Family’. Drawing from his 25-year career working with farming families, Ben has identified this as the key difference between those that successfully navigate succession - and the alarming number that don't. Andrew and Meagan Lawrie openly share their approach and experience with succession, emphasizing the imp...
Aug 15, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Welcome back to the Agricoach Wealth and Wisdom Podcast! Ever wondered why some producers thrive while others struggle despite having the same goals? James Clear, in his book Atomic Habits, argues that the difference lies in their habits, not their aspirations. So today, we're diving into the crucial habit of knowing your numbers with a guest who has dedicated his life to helping rural producers master this skill. David Egerton-Warburton, Joint CEO of Agrimaster and host of the ‘Boots Off, Log O...
Aug 08, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 78
On today’s episode of the Wealth & Wisdom podcast we’re challenging some of the most pervasive money myths that have likely shaped your mindset since childhood. These beliefs can limit your potential, induce stress, and even perpetuate negative financial cycles across generations. Joining us is Hayley Grosser, a money mindset coach, who shares her journey from a scarcity mindset to one of financial abundance. Hayley explains what a money mindset is and how it unconsciously drives our decisio...
Jul 25, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 77
