HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

We dive into all things women’s health — from periods to abortions to menopause — and why we need to talk about it at work. Joining us is Joy Altimare, the Chief Revenue Officer of healthcare provider EHE Health. We get real about how much paid parental leave you should ask for, how companies should support employees who need abortions, why burnout is a women’s issue, and more. In Mailbag, we talk about alternatives to 529s and how to break out of a cycle of debt. In Thrive, 4 healthcare expenses you shouldn’t cut, even during a recession.HerMoney wants to hear from you! Take 8 minutes to fill out our Podcast Listener Survey, and get the chance to score gift cards and HerMoney merch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2022 was an economic rollercoaster. With stocks down, interest rates up, and inflation still hitting our wallets, where do we go from here? Award-winning economist Diane Swonk joins us to share her top financial takeaways from 2022 and her predictions for the new year. In Mailbag, we hear from a listener who contributes to her boyfriend’s mortgage, but doesn’t share official ownership of his house. In Thrive, how to get your finances organized in the new year.HerMoney wants to hear from you! Take 8 minutes to fill out our Podcast Listener Survey, and get the chance to score gift cards and HerMoney merch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A decade ago, Ellen Pao sparked the #MeToo movement in the tech industry when she filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against the venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins. Since then, she’s worked to make tech a better place for women and people of color. Hear Ellen reflect on the industry's progress with diversity, why meritocracy in the workplace is a harmful myth, and how companies and employees in any field can make their workplaces more inclusive. In Mailbag, we hear from a listener whose parents are struggling to handle their finances because of memory issues. In Thrive, how to refresh your resume for 2023.HerMoney is conducting its annual Podcast Listener Survey. Take eight minutes to help make the podcast better, and get the chance to score gift cards and HerMoney merch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Levain cookies are some of the most sought-after treats in the country today, and if you haven’t stood in a line around the block to get them fresh out of the oven in New York City, chances are you’ve had them shipped to your door. This week we’re sitting down with founders Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, who started Levain Bakery 27 years ago. They tell us about their journey, their product, and what it looks like to run and grow a successful bakery. We know you'll love their sweet story as much as we do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is an amazing opportunity to show gratitude to all of the important people in your life. That's one reason why it can be a great time to bump up your tipping to the people who provide services that you depend on every day. But who do you tip? How much do you give for different services? Is it better to tip through cash, card, or even Venmo? And should we be tipping more because of inflation? Barbara Sloan, founder of Tipped Finance, weighs in on all.Take our annual podcast survey to give your feedback and be entered to win prizes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is the perfect time to express gratitude for our loved ones and communities. (HerMoney is grateful for you!) Another part of that celebration is donating to our favorite charities. Two nonprofit experts join us to break down everything we need to know about giving back. Valerie Jones is a Certified Fundraising Executive who has spent 25+ years raising money for nonprofits. Adam Nash is the CEO of Daffy, a nonprofit that helps people donate through its donor-advised fund. They show us how to prioritize our giving for the biggest impact, donate our money in a tax-advantaged way, encourage others to give, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes it can feel like we don’t have a lot of power to make the economy a fairer place. A few dozen large corporations control most of what we buy, and it can feel impossible to demand change when things go wrong. Marta Tellado, president and CEO of Consumer Reports, wants to put the power back in consumers’ hands. She tells us about the predatory business practices we should all be aware of, how we can protect ourselves, and why it’s important to take collective action. In Mailbag, we answer questions about 529s and disability insurance. In Thrive, how to go green during the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s open enrollment season, which means now is the perfect time to take a closer look at how much you’re spending on healthcare, and see if there are better ways to save. The research shows that medical expenses have been rising for years, but we typically underestimate how much we’re paying. Synchrony Health & Wellness CEO Beto Casellas, helps us break down all of our options for saving on healthcare — from HSAs and FSAs to healthcare financing. In Mailbag, we answer questions about managing a family member’s mortgage and finding a forensic accountant. And in Thrive, the results of our latest State of Women 2022 study. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most powerful ways to create social change is to do it with your wallet. And that’s why, on this HerMoney episode, we’re talking about how to support Black-owned businesses this holiday season. Joining us is LaToya Williams-Belfort, the executive director of the Fifteen Percent Pledge, which has called on retailers to dedicate 15% of their purchasing power to Black-owned businesses. We discuss what it really means for companies to support racial justice, and how consumers can continue to invest in Black entrepreneurs into 2023. In Mailbag, we answer questions about I-bonds and teaching investing to the next generation. In Thrive, a beginner’s guide to donor-advised funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few things can impact our budgets and our financial lives quite like layoffs and inflation. This week, we’re tackling all your questions on how to manage during lean times. We address how to “beat” inflation, what to do if you know your company is headed for layoffs, whether or not our household spending impacts inflation, and how best to assist an elderly parent on a fixed income. Email us your questions for Jean at mailbag@hermoney.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices