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What The Finance

Mamamia Podcasts 24 Episodes Jan 4, 2026

A Mamamia podcast that makes money conversations less intimidating. Hosted by financial expert and author Melissa Browne, it features actress and activist Pallavi Sharda exploring practical topics like weekly savings, good debt, and where superannuation actually goes. Across eight episodes, it helps listeners at home become more confident and capable with their personal finances.

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SUMMER LISTENING: Our Best Work Hacks Ever: Your Productivity Cheat Sheet Jan 4, 2026 1668 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst reveal their all-time favourite work hacks that have made the biggest difference in their careers.We've gathered game-changing shortcuts from global experts including professors from Yale and NYU, tech foun

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Nail Networking, Even When it Feels Super Awkward Jan 3, 2026 1950 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Ever felt that full-body cringe when someone suggests "let's network"? You're not alone. In this episode of BIZ, career powerhouses Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst completely redefine networking for people who hate networking. Michel

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Build A Profitable Side Hustle (From Someone Who Actually Did It) Jan 2, 2026 1815 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Whether you're looking to earn extra cash or dream of quitting your day job, this conversation delivers the practical blueprint you've been searching for.We meet creative entrepreneur Georgia Norton Lodge who offers brutally honest advice a

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Email and Slack Like A Man Jan 1, 2026 1641 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Are your emails undermining your authority without you even realising it? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating psychology behind how we communicate at work and how gendered email habits might be holding you back at work. Learn the

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Talk Your Way Into a Promotion With The Jefferson Fisher Method Dec 31, 2025 1989 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Communication powerhouse Jefferson Fisher (whose strategies have revolutionised how millions communicate) shares his innovative approach to workplace conversations that gets results without the drama. Discover why trying to "win" argum

SUMMER LISTENING: There's A Right (And Wrong) Way To Revenge Quit Dec 30, 2025 1803 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Revenge Quitting is going to be 2025’s biggest trend - but what is it, should you do it, and how can it be done with grace? Em Vernem enlists Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to teach us how to quit the right way a

SUMMER LISTENING: Mia Freedman On Why Redundancy Was One Of The Best Things To Happen To Her Dec 29, 2025 1583 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Whether you're navigating a redundancy right now or just want to be prepared, we’re going to change your perspective of redundancy. Mia Freedman takes us behind the headlines of her very public redundancy that led her to founding Mama

SUMMER LISTENING: 'Personality Hire' Is Not A Dirty Word Dec 28, 2025 1865 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Do you know we ALL should strive to be part personality hire?! Join Em Vernem as we learn about building rapport and ‘vibes’ at work from Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst.You’ll learn the surprisin

SUMMER LISTENING: You Don’t Need A Work Mentor, You Need This Instead Dec 26, 2025 954 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! This episode will demolish everything you thought you knew about mentorship. Our career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst will let you in on a fresh approach to professional development, moving away from the traditional "one perfect

SUMMER LISTENING: Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right) Dec 25, 2025 1497 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! This episode will completely transform how you'll think about managing your time, as we deep dive into the often misunderstood practice of time blocking with productivity expert Deb Ho.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do lis

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard) Dec 24, 2025 1185 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Do you find most ‘productivity’ hacks too hard/too time-consuming to learn and too hard to remember? BIZ is here to save you. By the end of this episode you’re going to know the one prioritisation method that changed how w

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Talk So People Listen To You Dec 23, 2025 1466 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Ever sat in a meeting thinking of the perfect thing to say... only to stay completely silent? This episode is your ultimate guide to finding your voice at work, featuring communication queen Dr Kate Mason (trust us, she's actually chan

SUMMER LISTENING: How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness) Dec 22, 2025 1399 This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Asking for a pay rise is about as comfortable as explaining to your boss why you've been late three times this week. But what if there was a way to do it that actually works? Host Em Vernem gets Biz career coaches Michelle Batters

BONUS: How To Spot & Avoid Scams Nov 22, 2021 1612 As the world shifts more and more to online banking and shopping, fuelled even more so by the pandemic, there are more opportunities for people to fall victim to scams. The reality is that it’s not just older, non-tech-savvy people being targeted. More and more younger people are being taken advantage of too. In this bonus episode Melissa Browne will talk about the most common scams out there an

BONUS: What Can I Claim On Tax? Jul 14, 2021 1876 Doing taxes probably isn’t in your top 10 fun things to do. But a little time spent now to look over your finances can go a long way in helping you save money and reap the benefits sooner. In this bonus episode Melissa Browne will answer all of your questions about tax - everything from what income tax is to how to maximise deductions especially when working from home. CREDITS Host: Meli

The STD That's More Common Than You Think May 2, 2021 2074 Whilst talking about finances isn't the most romantic topic, it's essential to every relationship. In the final episode of What The Finance, Mel Browne and Pallavi Sharda explore everything love and money, from joint bank accounts, marriage and divorce, and 'sexually transmitted debt'. Two special guests join them; Catherine Fitzpatrick, Director Vulnerable Customers & Financial Resilience at

$50 Is All You Need To Start Buying Shares Apr 25, 2021 2201 Shares: how do you know what to buy, how can you make them grow...and what are they? Investing can seem out of reach if you don't understand the stock market, so Mel Browne and Pallavi Sharda speak to expert Sarah Conte, Senior Manager of Technical and Regulatory at BT, to break down how to choose and buy shares, diversifying your investments, and how much risk you should take. CREDITS Hosts: Mel

Do I Need Private Health Insurance? Apr 18, 2021 1939 It might not be sexy, but it’s one of the most important things you can start thinking about now: private health insurance. So is it worth the money? And what do you need to look out for when you start thinking about it? This episode, Mel Browne and Pallavi Sharda break down choosing the right insurance policy for you. Plus, when it comes to wellness and health, why are so many women buying into

Are You Ready To Buy A House? Apr 11, 2021 2055 Buying your own home may be the great Australian dream, but like a good pair of jeans, home ownership is not one size fits all. From deciding whether you want to buy a house at all, to all the technical stuff, like mortgages, interest rates and stamp duty, Mel Browne and Pallavi Sharda take you through entire process, step by step. CREDITS Hosts: Melissa Browne and Pallavi Sharda Executive &

Future You Needs You To Sort Your Super Apr 4, 2021 1918 Welcome to What The Finance, Mamamia's new podcast all about getting good with money. Superannuation: where does it go, how much do you need, and how do you make the most of it? Often retirement can seem so far away that we don't give our super a second thought, especially when it's in several different funds. But taking control of your super now can save you thousands in the long run. In this epi

Side-Hustles & Pay-Rises: How To Do It Well Mar 28, 2021 2027 Welcome to What The Finance, Mamamia's new podcast all about getting good with money. Whether you work full-time, part-time, are a freelancer or own your own business, the working world can be a minefield to navigate. There's negotiating your salary, asking for a raise, setting your freelance rates, and all the ups and downs that come with owning your own business. This week, Mel Browne and Pallav

Yes, You Need Four Different Bank Accounts Mar 21, 2021 2074 Welcome to What The Finance, Mamamia's new podcast all about getting good with money. How many bank accounts do you have? Pallavi Sharda, like many of us, has one, but according to our financial expert Mel Browne, one is not enough. And to get good with money, you need at least four, if not more. This episode is all about savings, budgeting, and debt. But before you switch off at the mention of th

Your Toxic Money Habits Aren’t Your Fault Mar 14, 2021 2226 Welcome to What The Finance, Mamamia's new podcast all about getting good with money. Hosted by financial expert and author Melissa Browne and actress and financial novice, Pallavi Sharda, each episode we'll break down all the myths and misconceptions when it comes to your personal finances, plus give you practical tips and speak to experts. This week we're starting with your spending habits and t

What The Finance...It's Time To Get Good With Money Mar 8, 2021 55 How much money should I be saving every week?  Is there such a thing as good debt?  Where does my super go?  If these questions have you...slightly stressed, then you're not alone.  Join financial expert and author Melissa Browne and actress Pallavi Sharda in Mamamia's brand new podcast What The Finance...it's time to get good with money.  Each episode we'll break down all

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