Yes, You Need Four Different Bank Accounts

Yes, You Need Four Different Bank Accounts

Author: Mamamia Podcasts March 21, 2021 Duration: 34:34

Welcome to What The Finance, Mamamia's new podcast all about getting good with money.

How many bank accounts do you have? Pallavi Sharda, like many of us, has one, but according to our financial expert Mel Browne, one is not enough. And to get good with money, you need at least four, if not more.

This episode is all about savings, budgeting, and debt. But before you switch off at the mention of the dreaded b-word or d-word, it doesn't have to be scary. And we’re going to share with you practical ways you can make a difference to your financial situation. 

We’ll talk you through making tangible goals, planning out ways to eliminate debt, and setting up good habits so you can be on your way to becoming financially adult. 

CREDITS 

Hosts: Melissa Browne and Pallavi Sharda

Executive & Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou

Assistant Producer: Emmeline Peterson

Guests: Kathryn Carpenter - Westpac Everyday Banking Team

LINKS

Westpac Savings Goals: https://bit.ly/2QlhHxW

Westpac Mobile Banking App: https://bit.ly/30U0JIP

Westpac Budget Planner: https://bit.ly/3tzE3Ku

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

Good Shepherd Microfinance: https://goodshepherdmicrofinance.org.au/

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

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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.

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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.
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