Planning luxury travel can be exhilarating. But without the right planning tactics, it’s easy to lose precious time and overspend. So, this week on Wealth Pathways: The Affluence Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews tourism and travel management expert Ms. Sumiran Maheswari for advice on optimizing luxury travel, particularly for travel bloggers.

Based at Central University of Jammu, India, Ms. Sumiran Maheswari is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in social media influencer marketing in the field of tourism and hospitality. Previously, she has held several roles across the tourism industry, from a year-long stint at Balmer Lawrie in Mumbai, to positions at Lemon Tree Hotels, Vacation Exotica, and more. As someone who constantly learns and evolves, Ms. Sumiran Maheswari remains passionate about bridging academic insights with industry practices, hoping to contribute meaningfully to the field of tourism and digital marketing.

In this episode, Ms. Sumiran Maheswari reveals the biggest misconceptions about travel blogging, especially on the business end, and offers useful tips and tricks to get cash flowing. On top of that, she sheds light on the most common mistakes travel bloggers make when planning for their travel, and offers advice on overcoming these challenges — both pre-emptively, and on the go.

Together, Marie and Ms. Sumiran Maheswari exchange travel anecdotes, discuss apps and tools that assist with travel planning, and share best practices for streamlining travel planning. So, whether you’re a seasoned travel blogger or just starting out, tune in for this episode that is packed with actionable insights on elevating your trips abroad!

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When searching for a place to call home, most tend to focus on monthly rent or mortgage payment. But what about all the other expenses and trade-offs that come with moving, settling in, and maintaining your new space? In this episode of Wealth Pathways: The Affluence Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults economics professor Yogi Vidyattama on the true cost of a home.

Currently based at the University of Canberra, Yogi Vidyattama focuses his work in spatial and geographical economic analysis, particularly in economic growth, income and wealth distribution, and more. Having joined the university in 2008, Yogi Vidyattama has since been responsible for developing and enhancing NATSEM’s spatial microsimulation model. Previously, Yogi Vidyattama was affiliated with the Institute of Economic and Social Research and University of Indonesia.

In this episode, Yogi Vidyattama addresses common misconceptions about housing expenditures, shedding light on the biggest costs that homeowners fail to account for. To add, Yogi Vidyattama highlights the importance of considering lifestyle factors, such as commute or access to amenities.

Together, Marie and Yogi Vidyattama break down the real price tag of home-hunting and share useful practices for smarter, more financially feasible housing choices.. So, if you’re ready to look beyond the listing price, tune in this week to discover how understanding the true cost of a home can help you build wealth and well-being!

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In this episode of Wealth Pathways, expert Art Durnev guides host Sarah Stancombe through the challenges of investing in stocks, and gives advice on how we can be best prepared to invest.

In this episode, Art Durnev reveals how investing is far easier than it used to be thanks to the development of apps that anybody can keep in their pocket to track markets and use to invest. He advises staying disciplined by reading the news, but staying alert to fake news and panic-inducing headlines. Art Durnev also gives fascinating insights into how economics have developed throughout history, and how modern technology will impact its development in the future.

Together, Sarah and Art Durnevt discuss the emerging world of modern technology in the field, including cryptocurrency and AI. Art Durnev gives advice on investing in AI and cautions younger listeners on how AI might impact their futures.

Connect with Art Durnev via the following links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artem.durnev.31 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art_durnev Follow Art Durnev’s work via the following links: University website: https://robins.richmond.edu/faculty/adurnev/ Scholarly work: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=n3ZGqWQAAAAJ&hl=en Link to new textbook: https://he.kendallhunt.com/search?search_api_views_fulltext=durnev

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This week on Wealth Pathways: Affluence Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Sean Godoy, founder of Divercity Property Solutions and cofounder of the Proptech Africa Association, to explore the dynamic relationship between real estate investment and urban affluence.

Sean Godoy is a leading African proptech researcher, advisor, and lecturer in property and technology at the University of Cape Town. With experience working across Sub-Saharan Africa, the UK, and Europe, he offers a uniquely global perspective on real estate strategy, innovation, and emerging market entry.

In this episode, Sean Godoy and Sabrina dive into what defines urban affluence and the role real estate plays in shaping affluent neighborhoods and cities. They discuss the opportunities and risks of investing in high-value urban areas, from gentrification to oversaturation, and unpack the practical considerations behind successful real estate investment.

The conversation also touches on global trends influencing the future of urban living, including sustainable development, smart cities, and proptech innovation. Sean Godoy shares key insights on identifying promising markets, navigating international investment, and the evolving skill set required for real estate professionals in a rapidly changing world.

Whether you're an investor, urban strategist, or simply curious about how affluence is built through real estate, this episode offers actionable insights into one of the most tangible pathways to long-term wealth.

Tune in this week to understand how real estate intersects with urban affluence, innovation, and opportunity.

Link: http://www.divercityproperty.com/ Connect with Sean Godoy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-godoy-6270582a/

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This week on Wealth Pathways: Affluence Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Asmiati Malik, Assistant Professor of International Political Economy at Universitas Bakrie, to explore how innovation and creative entrepreneurship can serve as powerful engines of modern affluence.

Asmiati Malik is an accomplished scholar and policy advisor with a deep background in public policy, international political economy, and sustainable development. With a Ph.D. from the University of Birmingham and experience advising top government institutions in Indonesia, she brings both academic and real-world expertise to the conversation.

In this episode, Asmiati Malik unpacks the evolving definition of affluence in an era where creativity, innovation, and inclusivity are as important as economic output.

Together, Asmiati Malik and Sabrina discuss how innovative entrepreneurs can build wealth, power, and reach—while also contributing to broader societal goals like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They explore how figures like MrBeast have turned digital platforms into expansive business empires, and how creative entrepreneurship is shaping the future of economic opportunity.

The conversation also covers common challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs, strategies for overcoming them, and how technologies such as AI, IoT, and blockchain are disrupting traditional industries and opening new paths to prosperity. Looking forward, Asmiati Malik shares her insights on the emerging trends that will define the next generation of innovators and changemakers.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply interested in the future of wealth and innovation, this episode delivers valuable insights on how creativity and strategy can redefine success in the modern world.

Tune in this week for a compelling look at how innovation and entrepreneurship are transforming what it means to be affluent.

Connect with Asmiati Malik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asmiatimalik/?originalSubdomain=id

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In this episode of Wealth Pathways, expert Saul Eslake takes host Sarah Stancombe through the role of gold in the economy and financial markets, throughout history and today.

In 2016, Saul Eslake was appointed as the University of Tasmania's inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow. Saul Eslake is also an independent consulting economist and has worked as an economist in the Australian financial markets for 25 years, including 14 years as Chief Economist at the Australia & New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ). After leaving ANZ in mid-2009, Saul was Director of the Productivity Growth program at the Grattan Institute, a non-aligned public policy 'think tank' affiliated with the University of Melbourne.Saul is currently a member of the Parliamentary Budget Office's Expert Advisory Panel, and of the Australian Taxation Office's "Tax Gap" Expert Panel. He is also Chair of the CSIRO's Decadel Forecasting Project Advisory Board.

In this episode, Saul Eslake highlights the history of gold in financial markets - how it has changed over time, its role in early human history, and under what circumstances its value is most likely to increase or decrease.

Together, Sarah and Saul Eslake discuss how learning about the financial market can be tricky, but staying disciplined by keeping up with gold prices and reading widely about the financial field are important elements of researching and opening oneself to new ideas.

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