Millionaire Who Left Australia: "I'm Ashamed To Be Australian"
Why 147,000 Millionaires Already Left
Apr 7, 2026
Episode Summary
In this episode, Morgan sits down with Adam to unpack why he made the bold decision to leave Australia after building a multi-million dollar life and why a growing number of entrepreneurs are doing the same.
Adam shares his 30-year journey in business, the impact of rising taxes and cost of living, and why he believes Australia is becoming increasingly difficult for wealth creation. He breaks down how global tax systems work, why countries like Cyprus and Panama are attracting investors, and the real advantage of reducing financial and mental overhead.
The conversation also explores cultural differences, opportunity, and how the environment shapes success. Adam shares insights on wealth migration, the hidden cost of taxes, and what it actually takes to leave Australia properly.
Episode Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:24 Why Adam Left Australia
1:09 Meet Adam
2:10 The Decline of Australia
5:19 Rising Taxes & Government Control
9:05 Millionaires Leaving Australia
10:39 Why the Wealthy Are Exiting
14:10 Who Should Consider Leaving
14:10 Dreamfest Announcement
16:23 Why Property Is No Longer Working
17:16 The Hidden Tax Burden
19:59 The Work Overseas Strategy
21:17 Cyprus Tax System Explained
24:24 Panama’s 0% Tax Model
27:04 How to Leave Australia Properly
28:15 The Real Cost of Leaving
33:48 Government Mismanagement
36:41 Australia vs Global Tax Comparison
38:17 The Bandwidth Advantage
43:17 The Decision to Leave
45:18 Life After Leaving Australia
46:27 Environment & Opportunity Shift
48:05 Australia vs USA Mindset
49:38 Tall Poppy Syndrome Explained
53:49 Step-by-Step: How to Leave
About Adam
Adam is an entrepreneur, investor, and freedom-focused thinker with over 30 years of experience building businesses.
After decades of operating in Australia, he transitioned into a semi-retired lifestyle, focusing on investing, Bitcoin, and structuring his life globally to maximize freedom and long-term wealth. He is a strong advocate for financial independence, global mobility, and creating leverage through better systems and environments.