What The Finance

"What The Finance" is a Mamamia-produced podcast that demystifies money management for everyday listeners, particularly women seeking financial literacy without the jargon. Hosted by financial expert and author Melissa Browne alongside actress and activist Pallavi Sharda, the show blends relatable personal finance coaching with candid conversation, tackling topics like savings habits, debt, superannuation, and building wealth over an eight-week guided journey. Its current summer lineup features curated crossover episodes from Mamamia's BIZ podcast, expanding into career and workplace topics such as productivity hacks, networking strategies, and building profitable side hustles, featuring guest experts from academia, tech, and entrepreneurship. The tone is warm, conversational, and empowering, aimed at demystifying taboo topics around money and career growth for a female-skewing, financially curious audience. Listeners can expect practical, actionable advice paired with authentic storytelling, making complex financial and career concepts accessible and engaging for beginners and side-hustlers alike.