As women, we can often feel pressure to always be “doing,” whether that’s working, going to the gym, prepping a project, or just getting ready for the next day. Many of us also have a hard time sitting still, and we may even be perfectionists about some things. (Yes, the data shows that women are more likely to be perfectionists than men.) As the former Chief Content Officer at Goop — and Gwyneth Paltrow's second hire — Elise Loehnen knows this firsthand. In her new book, “ On Our Best Behavior:...
Sep 13, 2023•50 min•Ep. 388
If you’ve been following the financial news headlines, you know this year there’s been nothing but mixed signals coming from our economy: We saw a tightening in the credit market after the bank failures in March, and even though our labor market still remains robust with unemployment at 3.5%, household saving rates have fallen, and credit card debt just hit a new all-time high of $1 trillion dollars. Amid all of these complexities, we’ve heard the oft-repeated threats that “a recession is coming...
Sep 08, 2023•36 min
Every single one of us is part of a certain generational grouping, and we may love or loathe the stereotypes that come with each. While we may agree with some of them, there are others that are insulting (or just plain wrong). No one knows this better than Dr. Jean Twenge, psychologist and author of “ Generations: The Real Differences Between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents―and What They Mean for America's Future .” Twenge hopes that by understanding the research — and generation...
Sep 06, 2023•49 min•Ep. 387
Increasingly, the women’s magazines we grew up on are taking deep dives into politics, health and the gender wage gap… But how did they go from tips on how to have better sex to delivering such thought-provoking content? Ms. Magazine is to thank — and Letty Cottin Pogrebin is one of the magazine's founding editors. She joins us this week to discuss the magazine’s journey — and her own. In Mailbag, a listener asks what financial responsibility (if any) they have to their estranged parents, and in...
Aug 30, 2023•45 min•Ep. 386
Worrying about money is, unfortunately, a universal problem. And with today’s economic uncertainty, stubbornly high inflation and recession fears, our worries are only increasing. While it’s impossible to sidestep stress in all areas of our lives, we can take steps to help manage how we feel about our finances, and increase our financial wellness. Certified Financial Planner Manisha Thakor is the author of the new book: “Moneyzen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough ,” and she wants us to consider...
Aug 23, 2023•46 min•Ep. 385
Plastic surgery is more popular than ever, and women are paying an incredible amount for it. The epicenter of the plastic surgery industry is undeniably South Korea — Seoul leads the world in plastic surgery rates. Elise Hu experienced this culture firsthand as the NPR bureau chief responsible for coverage of North Korea, South Korea, and Japan. In her new book: “ Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital ,” she explores if our constant drive to look “better than ever” wil...
Aug 16, 2023•50 min•Ep. 384
Even though President Biden’s proposal to cancel up to $20,000 of a borrower’s student loan debt was struck down by the Supreme Court, there is good news on the horizon. In this special Mailbag edition of the HerMoney Podcast, we talk through student loan forgiveness, debt repayment plans, and using the money in your 529, with New York Times Reporter Tara Siegel Bernard . We take a deep dive into all of the current student loan issues and what they mean for your wallet. If you have your own pers...
Aug 11, 2023•26 min
Teenagers have always had their finger on the pulse of the latest trends, but they’re not only great forecasters — they’re also big drivers in the economy, and they always have been. Mattie Kahn has put a spotlight on many of the forgotten young women throughout history in her new book “Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked America’s Revolutions.” She describes how young women throughout history have wielded their money and power to change society. In Mailbag, we hear from a listener who fee...
Aug 09, 2023•47 min•Ep. 383
Deciding to renovate a kitchen is an incredibly stressful — and expensive! — decision. Do you want quartz countertops? Painted cabinets or bare wood? Induction cooktop or gas burners? The list of questions goes on and on, and perhaps at the top of it is the biggest one: How do I do kitchen renovations on a budget? Thankfully, we have a bit of welcome news…Sophie Donelson says you don’t have to do EVERYTHING in order to create the perfect kitchen for you. (And the same goes for the bathroom, the ...
Aug 02, 2023•50 min•Ep. 382
We live in a fast-paced world with long to-do lists and Google Calendars that are scheduled out down to the minute. Every day, we’ve got errands to run, meetings to attend, kids to raise, homes to clean, and money to make — and it can be all too easy to hustle from one goal to the next, without taking a second to pause or rest. But we know that slowing down and getting out of our own heads is important for our mental health. And our guest today, Gretchen Rubin, has found that connecting with you...
Jul 26, 2023•48 min•Ep. 381
What does it mean to you to live a “rich” life? Ramit Sethi, host of the new Netflix show, “How to Get Rich,” wants you to live richly — but no, he’s not talking about fancy cars, caviar, or courtside seats. Ramit works with people across the country to create a personalized vision for what a rich life can be for them. Whether it’s a house on the beach or a four-day work-week, Ramit shares how to create rules for spending and saving that can bring you joy. In Mailbag, we discuss the best plan fo...
Jul 19, 2023•51 min•Ep. 380
The amount of women who invest is on the rise, but navigating stocks, bonds, ETFS, and other asset classes can feel daunting. That’s why we’re answering your most pressing investment questions with expert investor and host of our new podcast How She Does It , Karen Finerman. We take questions on dollar-cost averaging, how to get started investing in index funds, how to switch online brokerage firms, and the rules for an exit plan from a stock that just isn’t doing it for you anymore. For more gr...
Jul 14, 2023•24 min
Ah, the elusive “dream job." Many people are obsessed with finding it, because we think our lives will be complete once we land it. But Simone Stolzoff wants us to put less weight into our careers, and more weight into other aspects of our lives. As author of the book ‘The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life From Work,' Simone says we need to find a career that matches the type of life we most want to live. And how do we find that ? Simone has all the details! Then, in Mailbag, we discuss how to pr...
Jul 12, 2023•41 min•Ep. 379
Vivian Tu was sick of her friends coming for her with the same financial advice questions, so she decided to make a quick TikTok and share it with all of them. To her surprise, the video immediately went viral – and since then, she’s been doling out her straightforward, simple financial tips for the world to see as Your Rich BFF. Listen to today’s episode to hear advice from someone who’s dedicated to making the space more accessible to today’s generation – queer people, young people, and people...
Jul 05, 2023•48 min•Ep. 378
We are just about 6 months into 2023, and so far it’s been a confusing year for the economy…to say the least. The unemployment rate is low, the job market is strong, and yet it seems like we hear about a new round of mass layoffs every week. All of this is a lot to keep up with, and if you’re confused about what it all means, how you should feel about it, and what you should do with your money, you are not alone. On today’s episode, we take a step back and look at the big picture of what’s happe...
Jun 28, 2023•47 min•Ep. 377
We all know the simple rules to make sure we are preparing for our future selves at 70 or 80: spend less than you make, build up an emergency fund, set aside money for retirement, and invest the rest. But how do we picture that person when there are so many things grabbing our attention right now? Our guest today, Hal Hershfield, has a new book called “Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today,” and he found that the key to sticking to our goals is being able to imagine our future selv...
Jun 23, 2023•37 min
Meal planning and grocery shopping for the week used to be a great way to eat healthy and save money, but every week prices seem to be going up. How do you plan for meals that are good for you, don’t take hours of prep, and don’t break the bank? Our guest today Ellie Krieger shows us how easy it is to whip up healthy, simple meals that feel gourmet in 20 minutes or less. In Mailbag, we answer questions about the next steps to take after a layoff and the pros and cons of starting a small business...
Jun 21, 2023•48 min•Ep. 376
More and more consumers care that a brand's values align with their own, and they’re willing to change their shopping habits if that isn’t the case. They also expect company CEOs to weigh in on conversations about the economy, wage inequality, climate change, and discrimination. But how exactly do workers, leaders, and businesses as a whole create meaningful change in the workplace and beyond? Former IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has spent her career answering that question, and she joins us to share he...
Jun 14, 2023•59 min•Ep. 375
America’s retirement system is out of date, and there are currently millions of retirees who don’t have enough saved. It’s clear we need a plan — not just for our own retirements, but for our nation — because we all deserve to feel financially secure in the next chapter of our lives. Ben Harris, former assistant secretary for economic policy at the U.S. Treasury Department, joins us to break down what’s wrong with America’s retirement system, what policymakers and employers can do to fix it, and...
Jun 07, 2023•51 min•Ep. 374
Confidence is a tricky word for women — we’re told to lean in and be assertive to get what we want, but if we lean in too hard, we come off as inauthentic and bossy. How can we learn to fully own our confidence, while still being true to ourselves? Auctioneer Lydia Fenet, Christie’s ambassador and author of “Claim Your Confidence,” has spent her career searching for the answer — and she’s here to share it with us now. In Mailbag, we answer questions about turning a hobby into a business and what...
May 31, 2023•51 min•Ep. 373
At some point in our lives, we all experience a wake-up call about whether we’re going in the right direction. Millions experienced that wake-up call in the aftermath of the pandemic — and in today’s strong job market, many people are still looking for that new sense of purpose in their careers. Joanne Lipman, former editor-in-chief of USA Today, has interviewed hundreds of people who have made major pivots and turned their insights into her latest book: “Next! The Power of Reinvention in Life a...
May 24, 2023•46 min•Ep. 372
We’ve heard from many of our listeners lately who are wrestling with some big questions around relationships and money. Specifically, questions around fairness, competing priorities, and how to share your money in a way that works for both of you! We’re tackling them all with CFP Natalie Taylor, Head of Financial Advice at Monarch Money. Listen in as we dive into questions on buying a home together, talking to your partner about money, saving for retirement, and what it means to "keep score" in ...
May 19, 2023•36 min
We’re in the strongest job market in years — so why doesn’t it feel that way? We’ve heard from all of you that it’s still not easy to get the job you want right now, despite strong hiring numbers and low unemployment. If you’re struggling to land interviews after dozens of applications — or even getting ghosted by hiring managers — this episode’s for you. Career coach Eliana Goldstein is here to unpack the job market and dispense advice about what you really need to do to stand out as an applica...
May 17, 2023•49 min•Ep. 371
This past February, Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs made history as the first brothers to compete against each other in the Super Bowl. You’d think they’d be the biggest story to come out of the game, but their mom Donna Kelce stole the spotlight with her split-colored jersey — red for the Chiefs in the front, green for the Eagles in the back — and her unwavering support for her sons. In this special Mother’s Day episode, Donna joins us to talk a...
May 10, 2023•55 min•Ep. 370
You think you'd never fall for a scam ... until it happens to you. Financial fraud peaked during the pandemic, and new advances in AI mean it's only gotten more sophisticated since. Tech expert Kim Komando joins us to talk about why scams draw so many people in, how to know if you're being scammed, and what you can do to protect yourself. In Mailbag, we answer questions about refinancing student loans and the difference between an index fund and an ETF. Our money tip of the week: how to teach yo...
May 03, 2023•54 min•Ep. 369
Divorce can be an intense and exhausting process, especially for women and their finances. That’s why it’s so important to gather as much knowledge as you can going in — and HerMoney is here to help. You’ve been sending us your divorce-related questions, and we answer them in this Mailbag episode. Joining us is Rhonda Noordyk, a certified divorce financial analyst and CEO of the Women’s Financial Wellness Center, which provides consultations and classes to women considering or going through divo...
Apr 28, 2023•33 min
A core step to building wealth is creating a diversified investment portfolio. But when it comes to our jobs, we often do the exact opposite — we‘re told to specialize and stick to a single career or industry until we make it to the top. But what if that’s not possible anymore? Entrepreneur and Harvard Business School lecturer Christina Wallace joins us to talk about how the job market has changed, and why it’s so important to diversify our skill sets beyond our 9-to-5. In Mailbag, we answer que...
Apr 26, 2023•50 min•Ep. 368
Being talked over by your manager? Dealing with a coworker who won’t pull their weight? So many of the problems we face at work have to do with communication. In this episode, we dive into tips and tricks for navigating tricky, tense, or downright awkward workplace conversations. Helping us is Jenn Whitmer, a leadership expert and Enneagram coach who helps companies solve conflict and build better relationships. In Mailbag, we answer questions about paying off car loans and juggling different fi...
Apr 19, 2023•54 min•Ep. 367
You can’t talk about money without talking about emotions — and the emotions we associate with money conversations usually aren’t so great. Fear and guilt often prevent us from enjoying our money, being proactive, and building a solid financial future. How can we get to the root of these feelings and learn to connect money with happiness? Lawyer and financial expert Scarlett Cochran is here to help us answer those questions. In Mailbag, we talk about whether to keep or sell a house after divorce...
Apr 12, 2023•43 min•Ep. 366
Credit card debt is at a record high. If you’re struggling to pay down your balance, you’re not alone — and we’ve got an expert in the house to help. Personal finance reporter Jennifer Streaks joins us to share everything you need to know about credit cards, how to use them responsibly, and what you can do to pay off your debt as quickly as possible. We also discuss tips for building and maintaining great credit. In Mailbag, we answer questions about transitioning to Medicare and HSAs versus FSA...
Apr 05, 2023•46 min•Ep. 365
