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...

After coming back from less than nothing in her thirties, Mel Browne took charge of her finances, so much so, that within a decade she had the choice to work or not.  In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel talks about the journey that got her there. Not so you can replicate it piece by piece hoping it'll take you exactly where it took her, but so you can understand the process that she went through, becoming financially free. Listen in as Mel breaks down the 8 steps she recommends if...

Wish you could listen in as someone just like you chatted about money? That’s what our Money Chats are all about. In this episode, Mel talks with My Financial Adulting Plan alumni, Catherine, a creative who was thanks to her financial education, is excited to learn about money, and feels she has a right to. Catherine talks about her journey, from working in theatre travelling to lumpy and sometimes inconsistent income, to finally settling down and purchasing her first home at 50. Listen to...

Wish you could listen in as someone just like you chatted about money? That’s what our Money Chats are all about. In this episode, Mel talks with My Financial Adulting Plan alumni, Angela (or Ferg's as she permitted Mel to call her). Angela's money story growing up revolved around 'Never Enough', scarcity and fear and discusses how the My Financial Adulting Plan helped her reject this scarcity mindset. Through this, Angela was able to shift her thinking, from constantly hoping for a windfall...

On this solo episode of Uncensored Money, Mel talks about the power and rituals, asking the question, are we holding onto the right things? Brought on by an exciting (and absolutely terrifying opportunity), Mel discusses these things from our past that we’re holding on to, are often the same things holding us back. Books and resources mentioned in this episode 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...

On this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel and Lawsie talk about the money myth, “If only I earned more income, life would be so much easier”. And certainly, for some people, this might be entirely true, but they wonder if, for many others, it’s not necessarily what you’re earning that makes things difficult. Books and resources mentioned in this episode My Financial Adulting Plan How To Successfully Ask for a Salary Increase 50+ Ways to Find 10K in 12 Months If you're on insta, come play...

In this solo episode, Mel talks about how we’re often looking for a magic pill to speed up our financial success while leaving the basics behind. Using an analogy brought on by a trip to the dermatologist, Mel discusses the concept of financial hydration, giving you three simple basics that you can implement to look after your financial well-being.   Books and resources mentioned in this episode My Financial Adulting Plan If you're on insta, come play over at @MelBrowne.Money and make...

This week in Uncensored Money, Mel and Lawsie talk about wanting what’s best for you, not just what others think is best for you. And, they announce a update to the My Financial Adulting Plan that may change everything. Books and resources mentioned in this episode 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...

This week is International Women’s Day, and you might think with the theme of Count Her In: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment Mel would rejoice, talking about how important this theme is. In this episode instead, Mel talks about why she is tired of International Women’s Day, why she wishes we put as much thought into it as we do International Men’s Day, as well as some simple things you can do this week to recognise it. Books and resources mentioned in this episode ...

In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel and Lawsie discuss unintentional overconsumption. And how it can leave your closet bursting, and your wallet empty. Books and resources mentioned in this episode My Financial Adulting Plan Regrets for my Old Dressing Gown 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...

In this episode of Uncensored Money, Mel and Lawsie discuss what ethical means to them (and you), through a series of What Would You Do questions. Through this and a discussion of how they view sustainability differently, Lawsie and Mel talk about what is ethical spending and investing, and how to gradually reset to spending and investing more in line with your values. Books and resources mentioned in this episode My Financial Adulting Plan Bronwyn King Ted Talk Good On You Yuka If...

In this solo episode, Mel talks about why the words, “She’s so lucky” are like quicksand for your finances (and your business if you have one) and what she thinks you should be doing instead... Books and resources mentioned in this episode My Financial Adulting Plan 10 Ways to Love Your Finances 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...

Want to know how to develop great financial habits? That’s exactly what this episode is all about. Mel chats with Dr Gina Cleo, one of the world’s leading experts in habits. Gina has a PhD in habit change, is an Assistant Professor at Bond University, and is an Accredited Practicing Dietician. Mel talks to Gina about sustainable habits, goal setting, and setting great habits for your finances (and all your lives). It’s a discussion travelling from the benefits of habit trackers, into the...

Wish you could listen in as someone just like you chatted about money? That’s what our Money Chats are all about. In this episode, Mel is chatting with My Financial Adulting Plan alumni Chloe, a Melbourne mum of two. Chloe talks about taking the course in mid 2023, and the impact and changes that she and her husband have made since. Listen and be inspired to take charge of your own finances. Books and resources mentioned in this episode Financial Fresh Start Training My Financial...

Wish you could listen in as someone just like you chatted about money? That’s what our Money Chats are all about. In this episode, Mel is chatting with My Financial Adulting Plan alumni Jodie who is a fifty-something single mum. Jodie talks about where she was at a year ago and the changes she’s made over the last 12 months. Listen and be inspired to take charge of your own finances. Books and resources mentioned in this episode Financial Fresh Start Training My Financial Adulting Plan ...

In this episode, Lawsie and Mel talk about three of the questions we’re asked the most is. ‘Where should I be at financially at my age’? How much super do you think I should have at my age? And how much should I be investing at my age? Plus we share where we were at in our thirties and you might be surprised which of the two of us would have been MUCH further ahead financially in their late thirties. Books and resources mentioned in this episode Financial Fresh Start Training Super...

Did you know that 80% of people will fail to keep their New Year's resolutions by February? 80%! And only 8% of people will stick to them the entire year. But not you. That’s because, in this episode, Mel and Lawsie talk about great financial processes and habits plus give you things to do this month so you feel motivated and empowered to keep going.  Books and resources mentioned in this episode Financial Fresh Start Training 5 Financial Goals for 2024 If you're on insta, come play over...

Mel believes many of us should be tossing our New Year’s resolutions out the window. In this episode, she talks about New Year's resolutions, goals, mimetic desire and your finances and addresses how understanding what YOU really want is key to having great finances. Books and resources mentioned in this episode Financial Fresh Start Training 5 Financial Goals for 2024 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...

In the ‘Ask Mel Anything’ series, Mel answers your questions in the hope you realise you are not alone and that it helps to increase your financial literacy and confidence. In this Ask Mel Anything episode, Mel answers two questions. The first relates to mild anxiety experienced when watching share investments fluctuate and the second relates to reclaiming control over finances. If you think you might be experiencing financial abuse you can call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737...

In the ‘Ask Mel Anything’ series, Mel answers your questions in the hope you realise you are not alone and that it helps to increase your financial literacy and confidence.  In this Ask Mel Anything episode, Mel answers two questions related to superannuation/retirement funds: contribute to super versus paying off the mortgage? exchanged traded funds (ETFs) or super? Resources mentioned in this episode: Super Catch-Up Calculator (free download) If you know you need more help with...

In the ‘Ask Mel Anything’ series, Mel answers your questions in the hope you realise you are not alone and that it helps to increase your financial literacy and confidence.  In this Ask Mel Anything episode, Mel discusses an email she recently received asking her why she talks about saving money and freezing meals when she can afford not to.  If you know you need more help with your finances make sure you join the waitlist for the My Financial Adulting Plan.   If you're not already, come...

In the ‘Ask Mel Anything’ series, Mel answers your questions in the hope you realise you are not alone and that it helps to increase your financial literacy and confidence. In this Ask Mel Anything episode, Mel shares a mistake she recently made in her business and why it’s so important to develop a data-based gut, and trust it. If you know you need more help with your finances make sure you join the waitlist for the My Financial Adulting Plan.   If you're not already, come play over...

When it comes to sorting out your finances, there are 3 big reasons given about why people don’t engage with their finances; time, money, and knowledge. So in this episode, Mel and Lawsie discuss these and share practical tips you can do to start addressing them so they don’t hold you back from having financial choice. Books and resources mentioned in this episode: 50+ Ways to Find $10k in 12 Months My Money HIIT – free training If you know you need more help with your finances make sure...

In this episode, Mel chats with Letitia Colautti, a psychotherapist in her own private practice. Mel talks to Letitia about the synergy between money and food and dives into the stories we carry, being ok with being enough, having boundaries with hard edges as well as practical tools you can use in life. It’s a compassion-led approach to a topic both Mel and Letitia are deeply passionate about.   To find out more about Letitia head to www.letitiacolautti.com  Books and resources...