Do I Need Private Health Insurance?

Do I Need Private Health Insurance?

Author: Mamamia Podcasts April 18, 2021 Duration: 32:19

It might not be sexy, but it’s one of the most important things you can start thinking about now: private health insurance. So is it worth the money? And what do you need to look out for when you start thinking about it? This episode, Mel Browne and Pallavi Sharda break down choosing the right insurance policy for you. 

Plus, when it comes to wellness and health, why are so many women buying into ‘wellness'?

CREDITS 

Hosts: Melissa Browne and Pallavi Sharda

Executive & Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou

Assistant Producer: Emmeline Peterson

Guest: Kelly Dalton-Moon - State Manager for Home Lending Westpac NSW and ACT

LINKS

Melissa Browne's Online Courses: https://www.melissabrowne.courses/

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

A special thanks to our friends at Poly Studios on the Gold Coast! https://polystudios.com.au/

GET IN TOUCH

Call us on the pod phone (02) 8999 9386.

Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

Want to hear more Mamamia podcasts? You’ll find them here... https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

CREDITS 

Hosts: Melissa Browne and Pallavi Sharda

Executive & Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou

Assistant Producer: Emmeline Peterson

Guests: Nicolle Stuart and Samantha McDonald

GET IN TOUCH

Call us on the pod phone 02 8999 9386.

Email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

Want to hear more Mamamia podcasts? You’ll find them here... https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


Money talk can feel awkward, but putting it off rarely helps. That’s the idea behind What The Finance, a straightforward series from Mamamia Podcasts that tackles the questions we often think are too simple or too embarrassing to ask out loud. Over eight episodes, you’ll follow along as financial expert and author Melissa Browne works with actress and activist Pallavi Sharda to demystify personal finance from the ground up. It’s less about stock market jargon and more about the practical stuff that makes a real difference in your week-to-week life. You’ll hear honest conversations about setting realistic savings goals, understanding how superannuation really works, and untangling the confusing concept of so-called ‘good debt’. This podcast creates a relatable space where financial literacy is built one clear, manageable topic at a time. It’s designed for anyone who’s ever felt a bit lost looking at their bank statement or wondered if they’re making the right moves with their pay. By blending expert guidance with a genuine beginner’s perspective, the series makes the often-intimidating world of business and investing feel accessible and, most importantly, actionable. Tune in to get a clearer handle on your money, without the confusing jargon or judgment.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 24

What The Finance
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