Pretty Covered

Polly

Pretty Covered, hosted by Jess Silva, is about holding space for authentic and honest conversations about life, independence, and facing the unexpected. We’re here to help make financial protection feel simple, relatable, and empowering, because small steps today can help make a big difference when life doesn’t go to plan. Brought to you by Polly. Pretty Covered is a podcast brought to you by Polly, a trading style of Candid Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority. The content of this podcast is meant to be informational, and it should not be considered as financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.

Episodes

  1. Selina Flavius: The Financial Fallout of Grief

    30 JAN

    Selina Flavius: The Financial Fallout of Grief

    In this heartfelt and empowering episode, host Jess Silva sits down with financial coach, speaker, and author Selina Flavius. Selina is the founder of Black Girl Finance and a powerful voice for women’s financial confidence and independence. Selina shares the story of losing her fiancé suddenly in 2022 and the financial, legal, and emotional aftermath that followed. Her personal experience, being left without access to his pension, benefits, or estate, highlights the urgent need for conversations around wills, protection, and long-term planning, especially for unmarried couples. She also speaks about founding Black Girl Finance, the financial gaps women face, and how financial education can be a way to reclaim power and security. This episode is full of practical tips, emotional honesty, and deeply human insight, a must-listen for anyone wanting to better protect themselves and the people they love. 💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly. If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here: 👉 Polly 💫 Find our lovely guest and our details here to stay up to date: ✨ Selina Flavius → https://blackgirlfinance.co.uk/ ✨ Host - Jess Silva → @jess.silva.wild ✨ Follow the show → @pretty_covered_pod ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 01:10 - Meet Selina Flavius: Black Girl Finance Mission 05:50 - Growing Up Without Financial Literacy 09:50 - The Unexpected Loss of Her Partner 17:20 - Navigating Death Without Marriage or a Will 27:00 - Family Complications and Legal Challenges 31:10 - The Importance of Financial Conversations 34:30 - Essential Financial Advice for Women 38:50 - Emergency Funds and Investment Basics 43:00 - Final Thoughts on Building Wealth  💖 Thanks for listening to Pretty Covered 💖 Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us, it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered. Statistics, amounts, and available resources mentioned in this episode are verified and correct as of the time of filming.

    45 min
  2. Zoe Burt: How To Take Control of Your Finances

    19/12/2025

    Zoe Burt: How To Take Control of Your Finances

    Today’s episode is packed with practical, empowering insight as host Jess Silva is joined by financial advisor and educator Zoë Burt. Zoë is the co-founder of Financial Freedom Coach and a passionate advocate for helping women take control of their finances. In this episode, Zoë breaks down everything from savings and investing to pensions and life insurance, all with clear, jargon-free explanations. She also shares her own financial experiences, lessons learned, and how women can feel more confident and informed about their money decisions. 💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly. If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here: 👉 Polly 💫 Find our lovely guest and our details here to stay up to date: ✨ Zoë Burt → @wordsonwealth ✨ Financial Freedom Coach → myfinancialfreedomcoach.co.uk and @my.ffc ✨ Host - Jess Silva → @jess.silva.wild ✨ Follow the show → @pretty_covered_pod ✨ Learn more about Polly → Polly ⏱️ Chapters(00:00) - Women's Financial Literacy and Empowerment (03:35) - Closing the Financial Gender Gap (07:55) - Understanding Women's Financial Savvy (13:29) - Getting Started With Investing for Women (22:12) - Financial Strategy and Investment Diversification (28:08) - Managing Finances in Relationships and Investments (35:29) - Understanding Pensions and Life Insurance (47:40) - Clearing Money Misconceptions and Balance (01:00:46) - Feeling Secure With Pretty Covered 💖 Thanks for listening to Pretty Covered 💖 Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us, it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered. Pretty Covered is brought to you by Polly, a trading style of Candid Insurance Services Ltd, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. This content is informational and not financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.

    1h 2m
  3. Kelsey Parker: Living Through the Unthinkable

    24/10/2025

    Kelsey Parker: Living Through the Unthinkable

    Today we're joined by Kelsey Parker, podcaster, entrepreneur, mum and widow of Tom Parker, as she shares her story of love, loss, grief, and the strength she found when being strong was her only option.  Kelsey opens up about talking honestly about death, dealing with judgment, and her experience of having cover in place when she needed it most. 💗 This episode is brought to you by Polly. If you need life insurance or critical illness cover, find us here: 👉 Polly 💫 Find our lovely guest and our details here to stay up to date: ✨ Kelsey Parker → @being_kelsey ✨ Host - Jess Silva → @jess.silva.wild ✨ Follow the show → @pretty_covered_pod ✨ Learn more about Polly → Polly ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Pretty Covered 01:20 Meeting Tom & their early love story 03:18 Building a life together 05:54 Lockdown, pregnancy & laughter 08:24 When everything changed — diagnosis 12:12 Facing loss & finding resilience 16:09 Why having cover mattered 18:42 Talking to children about grief 24:42 Judgment, healing & moving forward 42:36 What Kelsey wants you to take away 💖 Thanks for watching Pretty Covered 💖 Subscribe for more real stories, heartfelt conversations, and empowering moments that remind us, it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being Pretty Covered. Pretty Covered is brought to you by Polly, a trading style of CLARK Insurance UK Ltd, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. This content is informational and not financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.

    45 min

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Pretty Covered, hosted by Jess Silva, is about holding space for authentic and honest conversations about life, independence, and facing the unexpected. We’re here to help make financial protection feel simple, relatable, and empowering, because small steps today can help make a big difference when life doesn’t go to plan. Brought to you by Polly. Pretty Covered is a podcast brought to you by Polly, a trading style of Candid Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority. The content of this podcast is meant to be informational, and it should not be considered as financial advice. Terms and conditions may apply.