Uncensored Money

In this episode, Mel and Lawsie discuss relationships and what happens if your goals, risk profile or stage of life are different or misaligned.  Resources mentioned in this episode: Uncensored Money – Design Your Best Year Yet  Your Best Year Yet     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 p...

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.    I n this Ask Mel Anything episode, Mel answers two questions on business. Whether you have a side hustle, a hobby, a kitchen table business, a global empire or a business idea – there'l l be nuggets of gold in there for you....

[Trigger warning] This episode discusses domestic and family abuse. Annabelle Daniel OAM is the chair of the Domestic Violence New South Wales Board and the CEO of the Women's Community Shelters. You can find out more about, or support, the Women's Community Shelters here . In this interview, Mel asks Annabelle about her money story as well as diving into power and relationships, financial abuse,...

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 today's Ask Mel Anything edition, Mel answers two very different questions:   How do you get ahead financially while on maternity leave ? I feel like im just maintaining our current position. The couple of hundred I have...

Kemi Nekvapil is one of Australia's leading credentialed coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, an author and a highly sought-after international speaker.  She has trained with Dr Brené Brown and is a regular interviewer of industry incons including Elizabeth Gilbert, Martha Beck and Marie Forleo as well as the author of the book, The Gift of Asking & Power. In this interview, Mel asks K...

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 episode of 'Ask Mel Anything' Mel answers questions about whether it's smarter to rent or own your own home and how to ensure your family is the best overall financial position possible now and i n the future?   If yo...

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 episode of Ask Mel Anything, Mel answers two timely and topical questions: 'I wanted to see what your thoughts are about paying off HECS debt now that inflation is so high. I feel like it used to be thought of as an eas...

In this episode, Mel and Lawsie discuss why many people are being too boring and safe, why that's dangerous and how to step out of your comfort zone and create a remarkable life. Resources mentioned in this episode:     Financial Self Care Challenge  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 pl...

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 episode of 'Ask Mel Anything' Mel answers questions about tips to put young women on the path to financial stability and how to invest for your children. Resources mentioned in this episode:   How to Find $10k in 12 Mon...

Recent surgery left Mel with a long list of post-op aftercare instructions. So in this episode, Mel and Lawsie reflect on the fact that your assets come with aftercare instructions too and discuss steps you can take to make sure that your finances achieve your long-term goals.  Resources mentioned in this episode: Investing in Shares Masterclass   9 Popular Investing Apps   Uncensored Money Podcas...

Welcome to the 'Ask Mel Anything edition' of Uncensored Money.   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 the first episode of 'Ask Mel Anything' Mel answers questions; about buying your first property and whether you should put extra money into savings or superann...

W ith Easter only a few days away, in this solo episode Mel talks about her love of chocolate and how she has mindfully created a system a nd rules around her chocolate consumption and how you can do the same with your finances. Plus she shares 3 parallels between the way we act with our finances and other aspects of our lives, like chocolate, exercise, relationships or even work.   Resources ment...

It 'IT bag' or overseas holiday is to the 2020s what the car was to the 1980s; a status symbol. But many aren't aware of the real cost of that status symbol and how it might be keeping you further away from your goals. In this solo episode, Mel shares 4 hidden traps you should be aware of before you book your holiday or splurge on a new pricey purchase. Resources mentioned in this episode: My Fina...

In this solo episode, Mel shares 5 strategies that will help you grow up as a business owner (regardless of how long you've been running a business or the size of the business you've built). Resources mentioned in this episode:   Double My Business Masterclass  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 alrea...

  In this episode, Mel and  Lawsie discuss times in their life when things didn't go to plan and share practical steps you can take when life happens.   Resources mentioned in this episode:   50+ Ways to Find $10k in 12 Months  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 at insta at...

In this solo episode for International Women's Day, Mel shares why it's important for women to take back ou r power when it comes to money and how to stop scarcity and comparison from derailing your finances and your life.    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 at insta at Me...

This month, Mel and Lawsie are talking about all things money and relationships. In this episode, they share tips how to consciously uncouple without compromising your financial security or your future. Resources mentioned in this episode: Uncensored Money Podcast - MAFS, Love and Money What The Finance episode -  The STD That's More Common Than You Think   Women's Community Shelters The Haven – N...

This month, Mel and Lawsie are talking about all things money and relationships. In this episode, they talk about friendships and the impact that everything from meals out to destination weddings can have on your finances . Plus they share tactics and ways you can raise and discuss the issue with your friends.   Resources mentioned in this episode:   MAFS, Love and Money   – Uncensored Money Podca...

Research shows that money is the number one issue that couples fight about. So after watching a recent episode of Married At First Sight, Mel and Lawsie reflect on the importance of being able to discuss money and finances in your relationships and share some practice ways you can ease into and start having money conversations in your relationship. Resources mentioned in this episode:         10 W...

In this solo episode, Mel shares five ways your finances might be in trouble as well as what you can do to leave those bad financial habits behind. Resources mentioned in this episode: 50+ Ways to Find $10k in 12 Months   If you know you need more help with your finances make sure you check out the My Financial Adulting Plan . If you're not already, come play over at insta at MelBrowne. Money and...

It's the start of a new year. So in this solo episode, Mel shares her 5 predictions for 2023 and what that might mean for your finances. 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 at insta at MelBrowne. Money and make sure you are signed up to Mel's Money Musings and Monday Money Momen...

Happy New Year! As our attention turns to New Year's resolutions, in this solo episode Mel shares three actions you can take today to start to do money better in 2023 Resources mentioned in this episode: 9 Popular Investing Apps   How to Find $10k in 12 Months  Investing in Shares Masterclass  Investing in Property Masterclass  If you know you need more help with your finances make sure you join t...

The New Year is fast approaching and our attention can turn to New Year's resolutions. Given that 80% of people abandon their resolutions by February, in this episode Mel and Lawsie discuss goal setting and Mel shares a process Mel uses called Your Best Year Yet that helps her intentionally design her year, and life. Resources mentioned in this episode: My Financial Focus Mini Course  If you know...

When it comes to investing, diversification is critically important. So in this episode, Mel and Lawsie explain what it means and the steps you can take to achieve it. Resources mentioned in this episode: Investing in Property Masterclass   Investing in Shares Masterclass If you know you need more help with your finances make sure you join the waitlist for the My Financial Adulting Plan . If you'r...

The media is full of clickbait headlines about property values, inflation and interest rates for the coming year. So in this episode, Mel and Lawsie sit down and share 8 practical tips that you can do to prepare financially for the year ahead. Resources mentioned in this episode: Investing in Property Masterclass   50+ Way to Find $10k in 12 Months   If you know you need more help with your financ...