The Woman & Finance Podcast
Welcome to The Woman & Finance Podcast
Hi, I’m Mapalo Makhu, your host, personal finance educator, and author of You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. I hold a BCom in Finance, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning, with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. More importantly, I’m deeply passionate about empowering women to take charge of their financial futures.
This podcast is a judgment-free space for open and insightful conversations about money—without the confusing jargon. Whether you’re looking to budget more effectively, get out of debt, start investing, or build lasting wealth, this is the place for you.
Each episode brings you practical advice, expert insights, and real conversations designed to help you make informed financial decisions with confidence. Because financial freedom isn’t just for a select few—it’s for every woman ready to take control.
If you’re on a journey to financial wellness, hit follow and be part of a community of women committed to building wealth and securing their futures.
Let’s learn, grow, and thrive—together.
The Woman & Finance Podcast
Recognising Financial Trauma
Episode 1
Money isn’t just about numbers — it’s emotional. In this episode of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, my co-host, Maya Fisher-French and I, explore the hidden impact of financial trauma. From the money messages we absorbed as children to the silent promises we made to ourselves (like "I’ll never be broke again"), our past experiences often shape how we earn, spend, save, or avoid money altogether.
We talk about how these deep-rooted patterns show up in adulthood — whether it's anxiety around checking your bank account or overspending to feel secure. We also share practical ways to start healing and shift your money mindset.
Download the money questionnaire here: https://www.santam.co.za/about-us/santam-insure-your-future-money-podcast/