The saying, "don't broach topics of sex, religion, or politics," is widely known, and truthfully, money has consistently found a place within that. The fact of the matter is, money is still a taboo topic, and we aren't properly educated on how to approach conversations about our finances. This summer series is here to break down that barrier, and give you the conversation starters you need to broach money chats in your own life.  This week, Mads and Soph are chatting with the wonderful and very transparent Kath Ebbs. In part one they ask how social norms influence our views on money, and if you’d be open to splitting the bill with friends based on your income or savings balance. In part two, they discuss life as a freelancer, including the dilemma of navigating how much to charge, and valuing yourself as "the brand" versus "the person".  But the conversation doesn't end here... we want your thoughts! Would you split the bill based on what you got paid?Have you struggled navigating pay as a freelancer? Send your thoughts to these questions or other general thoughts about any of the discussion in the episode to [email protected] for our brand new newsletter. And don't forget to subscribe will you're at it: https://taboo-money-convos.beehiiv.com/subscribe Landing in your inbox each Monday. Keep track of Sophie and Maddy between the episodes on Instagram, or on TikTok, and come and be part of the conversation on Facebook with our You’re In Good Company Discussion Group. This episode is brought to you by Up, the digital bank for our generation. Download and sign up to Up and use the code YIGC and they’ll deposit $10 into your bank accounts. That’s Up, easy money. T&Cs @ up.com.au/terms. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of You’re In Good Company acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.  ***** You’re In Good Company is a product of Equity Mates Media.  This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives.  Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.  Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. You’re In Good Company is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.