In this week's Rich Girl Roundup, Rich Girl Carolynn responds to our most recent full episode on cognitive dissonance asking if access to large amounts of credit is inadvertently keeping everyone complacent, rather than fighting against wealth inequality. We dig into this potential response as well as other reasons Americans feel powerless in our e…

While we’re technically in a bye week, we’re releasing a bonus episode with an unreleased portion of my conversation from last week with Caroline Burke. We cover a lot of ground, but mostly, we discuss her thoughts on the tradwife phenomenon, pop culture, and consumerism’s influence on modern motherhood. Transcripts, show notes, production credits,…

I recently wrote an article reflecting on the fact that an awareness of the systems you exist within can empower you to make even savvier individual decisions for yourself. But sometimes, when you’re carving out a safe, secure, full life under capitalism, the thing that’s better for you makes things worse for others. So it leads me to this question…

For this week's Rich Girl Roundup: After a few Rich Gals wrote in looking for an update on our Hot Girl Hamster Wheel episode, we decided to sit down again and talk through how we’ve adapted our routines since seeing through the glossy, Sephora-sponsored matrix. How have we adjusted our own routines and spending over the last two years? Rich Girl R…

You might be saving too much for retirement, if you aren't factoring in Social Security. But Social Security is the subject of a lot of pessimism, with many claiming "It'll run out by 2035!" The problem with this sentiment? It’s actually misleading. So what are the implications for your future, and more importantly, your financial independence numb…

For this week's Rich Girl Roundup, Rich Humans McKynna and Jake wanted to know: "Will the election impact our finances? How much does the president actually affect our money?" So we're attempting to talk it out in the most nonpartisan way possible, and digging into some of the listener feedback we received after our episode on private equity. Rich …

There’s an expectation on women that we should be constantly striving to “have it all.” But as the pandemic laid bare, “having it all” usually just means “doing it all,” and doing it all...just doesn't work. Samhita Mukhopadhyay, former Executive Editor of Teen Vogue and author of The Myth of Making It: A Workplace Reckoning, joins me this week for…

On this week's Rich Girl Roundup: If you're dealing with chronic illness or mental health issues, how do you strike the best balance between work and health? What kinds of flexibility or accommodations can you ask (and advocate) for? Rich Girl Roundup is Money with Katie's weekly segment where Katie and her Executive Producer Henah answer your burn…

We’ve all been there, roped into working with our uncle’s best friend’s financial advisor who charges a 1.5% fee for some inscrutable but seemingly important service. What do you do when you think it might be time to sever ties? And how do you reconstruct your financial life after breaking up? Reminder: We are not licensed financial professionals; …

On this week's Rich Girl Roundup: How do you navigate the world of dating as an aspiring Rich Person? When's the right time to bring it up? How do we make checking in about money "fun"? Rich Girl Roundup is Money with Katie's weekly segment where Katie and her Executive Producer Henah answer your burning money questions. Each month, we'll put out a…

You might be familiar with the phrase, "In this economy?" But it turns out, there might be more than one "economy" out there. There's a deep disconnect between what we hear about in the headlines ("The economy is great!") and our day-to-day experiences affected by wage stagnation, inflation, and high interest rates. We dig into it with the help of …

On this week's Rich Girl Roundup: "How do I overcome comfort spending?" and "How can I control stress shopping online?" We dive into some tactical strategies to curb overspending, why it's so prevalent nowadays, and the deeper psychology behind the urge to spend. Rich Girl Roundup is Money with Katie's weekly segment where Katie and her Executive P…

The idea that there’s someone out there who can “help you fulfill your dreams” and “reach your highest potential” is an enticing promise—but do they really know how the “secret” to living your best life? Are life coaches a legitimate investment or a quasi-pyramid scheme? Well, I hired one to find out—and she’ll be joining me today along with Jane M…

On this week's Rich Girl Roundup: You can't go online these days without coming across an offer to "buy my e-book" promising "everything you need to know to get rich." Where does this particular manifestation of "get rich quick" culture come from, and why do we most often see it with stay-at-home parents? Rich Girl Roundup is Money with Katie's wee…

ESG (or “environmental, social, and governance”) investing has been one of the hottest financial trends in recent years. It promises something that sounds too good to be true: You can invest in a way that aligns with your moral compass, and you don’t have to sacrifice returns to do it. But…can you? We’re joined by Alex Edmans, a professor of financ…

On this week's Rich Girl Roundup: How can you spend and save in a way that lets you maximize your daily experience and keeps you on track with your money goals? Katie and Henah chat through balancing both short-term and delayed gratification, how to optimize for your life dreams, and when extreme stints in saving or paying down debt are worth it. R…

If you feel like everything from your vet bills to your favorite grocery store chains are getting worse at the exact same moment they’re becoming more expensive, there might be a singular explanation: private equity. I dive in with guest Brendan Ballou, author of Plunder: Private Equity’s Plan to Pillage America and former special counsel for priva…

Bachelorette parties have morphed into weekend-long celebrations, potentially costing upwards of several thousands dollars a pop. And when you’re in your 20s and 30s, you might find yourself heading to multiple bachelorettes and weddings a year—so what’s an aspiring #RichGirl to do? And how did it culturally become A Thing? Welcome back to #RichGir…

I’ve long entertained a logistically untenable fantasy of picking up and moving my life to Copenhagen for a season. Today, we explore what it takes to make a temporary or permanent international move. We have two guests, CPA Katelynn Minott of Bright!Tax as well as Chartered Wealth Manager Alex Ingrim of Chase Buchanan USA, who walk us through taxe…

Rich Girl BT wrote in saying, "We talk more money with friends—but once they know the salary, they'll hold it against you. For example, they'll say, 'You can afford $750 for two nights at my wedding.' But I don't want to spend that." So, how do we navigate these situations in an attempt to be more transparent about finances? Welcome back to #RichGi…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

Bleach Bros Podcast had a thriving podcast hosted by two buddies, B-Word and Jake the Hater. While the podcast folded in late 2023, they are still amazing friends. Now that the podcast is done, we wanted to share our Patreon episodes with our audience. "Hippo Happy Hour," was set on the premise of two buddies bantering at the local watering hole, S…

The world of status symbols and all their various manifestations (“quiet luxury,” “stealth wealth,” and even conspicuous dressing down as a backhanded sign of prestige) has operated in a more or less predictable way over the course of history—until now. Amy X. Wang, whose reporting for the New York Times uncovered a replica black market that’s expl…

“Tax drag” can hold your money back from reaching its fullest potential—what is it, how does it work, and what do the outcomes look like? Plus, we share a wild money story involving $90,000 of debt. Have a money story of your own? Email us at moneywithkatie@morningbrew.com, and we’ll anonymously share it. Welcome back to #RichGirlRoundup, Money wit…

Writer Elise Loehnen (“On Our Best Behavior”) joined me to explore how our money stories make us spend, work, and live. Distinct cultural scripts shape our relationship with money, like “sloth” and “greed” or the idea that “a man should be a provider.” Even if you’re not consciously abiding by this societal shorthand, Elise says, it probably influe…

We're always told how expensive children are once you have them—but how do you prepare for them financially before they're here? How should you adapt or shift your budget when it comes to doctor's visits, insurance policies, TTC tools, and more? Welcome back to #RichGirlRoundup, Money with Katie's weekly segment where Katie and MWK's Executive Prod…