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Uncensored Money Melissa Browne: Ex-accountant, Ex-Financial Advisor & Ex-Working till I dro
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Join me, Melissa Browne, ex-financial advisor, ex-accountant, ex-working till I drop. Now serial entrepreneur, best selling author and financial educator as I talk all things money.
Why a podcast about money? That's because as women we're choosing not to talk about it and when it comes to dealing with money - we’re kind of sucking at it. There is a wage gap that exists not simply in the corporate world but in the world of small and medium business owners where women should be on par with men. There is a gap between men and women that we’ve tossed in the too hard basket for the moment in our superannuation funds. And there’s a widening gap between those who own property and those who do not.
And let’s not even talk about the role money and power holds in our society.
That’s why ladies I believe finance is a feminist issue. It’s time we started to uncensor money.
Here you'll find chats about money where we throw off the notion that money is crass or uncomfortable. It's all about becoming comfortable bringing money into our everyday conversations and through it, figuring out what our own money story is and whether we might want to change it.
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Mel Talks Ethical Investing With Alexandra Brown
Have you always wanted to invest ethically, but never known whether it was worth it?
In this episode of Uncensored Money, ethical investing expert Alexandra Brown comes on to talk to Mel about all things ethical investing. The CEO and powerhouse behind Ethical Invest Group, Alexandra is a champion of ethical and sustainable investing.
Discussing all facets of ethical investing, from the different types, to the suitability of each, tune in for a discussion that will have you thinking about what ethical means to you.
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
Money Talks! Quick Action Guide to Prioritising Ethical Values
Learning About Strategies and Environmental/ Social Issues
Researching Investments and Super / KiwiSaver
Digging Deeper into Holdings and Initial Investment Research
Sustainable Investing Plan
Alexandra Browns Instagram @EthicalInvest
Dr Bronwyn King - Ted Talk
My Financial Adulting Plan
Understanding Your Numbers, Double Your Business in 12 Months
Psychology of Pricing Masterclass
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
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It's Time To Take Comfort In Your Numbers
For many business owners, metrics and numbers bring much more anxiety than they do comfort. This is especially true in a post Covid world, with business uncertainty is especially high.
In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel discusses the idea of taking comfort in the numbers. Using an example of a former client, Mel breaks down how taking comfort in your numbers can work, and how with a better understanding, they can help you stay accountable and on track.
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
Understanding Your Numbers, Double Your Business in 12 Months
Psychology of Pricing Masterclass
My Financial Adulting Plan
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
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What Are Your Financial Values?
A few weeks ago Mel made a reel focused on repairing some well loved shoes that she owned. One of which was a luxury brand, alongside two others that were not. It was a simple reel which highlighted something she’s done for a long time, but it sparked an interesting debate.
In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel talks about the conversation that sparked from that reel, diving into a conversation on financial values and asking the question – What Are Your Financial Values?
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
My Financial Adulting Plan
Good On You
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
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The Great Debate: Property vs Shares with Mel and Lawsie
Last week we talked about whether investing in the property market was still worth it, using a case study to break down the numbers on whether it was still worth it. This week, we’re spinning things and looking at property, vs shares.
In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel and Lawsie dive deep into the great debate of what’s a better investment. Laying down all the pros and cons (some that you know, some that you won’t), they explore what really is the better investment. Hint, the answer may be, it depends.
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
My Financial Adulting Plan
Investing in Property Masterclass
Investing in Shares Masterclass
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
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Is Property Still Worth it, with Mel and Lawsie.
With rising interest rates, mortgage repayments, and a cost of living crisis, it's no wonder the question of whether property investments are still worth it.
In this episode of Uncensored Money, join Mel and Lawsie as they discuss, investing in property in the current market. Using a case study to understand the numbers, they break it down explaining how they feel about property investing, and whether they still think it's worth it.
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
My Financial Adulting Plan
Investing in Property Masterclass
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
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Mel Talks Hormones and Menopause with Dr. Ginni Mansberg
Do you find that there is such a disconnect when it comes to women, hormones, and health?
In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel digs into this disparity with her guest, Dr Ginni Mansberg. Dr Ginni is a GP who specialises in the management of menopause, a well known TV host, author of The M Word, and was voted the most trusted healthcare professional in Australia in 2022.
Mel talks to Ginni about Menopause, the disparity in treatment, and the effect this has on women, and subsequently on their finances. A fascinating talk, this episode is discusses menopause, the lack of research there has been on it in the medical world, and why treatments often start to fail after 6-12 months.
Tune in for a discussion on women, hormones, and the relationship this can have on your finances.
Books and resources mentioned in this episode
The M Word Book
Don't Sweat It
ESK Evidence Skincare
For more info on Perimenopause and menopause
Perimenopause & menopause symptoms checklist:
Onero program
My Financial Adulting Plan
If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make sure you’re signed up to Mel's Money Musings for more tips, tricks and ideas on how to best work with your money.
Finally, if you love this episode please make sure you subscribe and leave us a review.