HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

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Mailbag with Lizzie Post: How to Demand Respect at Work and Get Paid What You Deserve Aug 01, 2025

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As more companies push for a return to the office, one thing is clear: workplace etiquette has never felt murkier. What’s the right way to navigate a hybrid schedule, an in-person meeting full of “old-school” colleagues, or a toxic work environment that feels impossible to escape?

In this special HerMoney Mailbag episode, Jean Chatzky is joined by Lizzie Post, great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post and co-author of the new book Emily Post’s Business Etiquette. Lizzie brings clarity to the confusion with thoughtful, modern advice on everything from salary negotiations to how to speak up in a room full of senior men.

Together, they answer your real-world questions, including:

How to take credit for your ideas without sounding arrogant
What to say when you're being seen as "the daughter" instead of the professional
Whether that shiny new job offer is worth the pay cut (or worth leaving your current one)
How unlimited PTO really works (and if it’s too good to be true)

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Ep 486: The Confidence to Run: Lessons from Women Leading Local Government Jul 30, 2025

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This week, we’re talking politics, but not the messy gridlock in Washington. We’re going hyper-local. Because local elections shape our neighborhoods, our schools, our budgets, and our rights. And right now, women are stepping up to lead the charge.

Jean Chatzky sits down with Amanda Litman, co-founder of Run for Something and author of When We're In Charge, and Sarah Pierce, HerMoney’s own managing editor and the first female Mayor of Watertown, NY. They get real about what it takes to run, how young women are changing the face of leadership, and why local office might be the most powerful place to start.

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Your Money Map Replay: How Midlife Can Be Your Most Meaningful Chapter Jul 25, 2025

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What if midlife isn’t a crisis, but a chrysalis? On the most recent episode of Your Money Map, our weekly show with the Alliance for Lifetime Income, Jean Chatzky sits down with the always-inspiring Chip Conley — entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of the Modern Elder Academy — to talk reinvention, purpose, and how to make the second half of life the best half.

If you like this episode and want more, check out all of our Your Money Map episodes at protectedincome.org/your-money-map/ or tune in live every Wednesday at 12 PM ET on Facebook or LinkedIn.

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Ep 485: Where Health Meets Wealth: Financial Planning with Dr. Carolyn McClanahan Jul 23, 2025

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What happens when a physician becomes a financial planner? You get someone who truly understands that your health and wealth are inseparable. In this live episode from the Morningstar Investment Conference in Chicago, Jean Chatzky sits down with Dr. Carolyn McClanahan, MD, CFP®, and founder of Life Planning Partners, to explore how women can better prepare for their financial futures by making smart health and money choices today.

If you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and wondering, “Is it too late to start planning?” — the answer is no. But it’s time to get serious.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode:

The caregiving trap and its impact on women’s careers and finances
How to financially and emotionally prep for marriage and kids
Long-term care planning: what to expect, how to pay, and why facilities may be more affordable than you think
Creating a “Big 4” aging plan: housing, healthcare, finances, and transportation
The role mental health plays in your financial wellbeing—and why advisors should care
Why joint accounts and financial transparency might just be the glue that holds marriages together
The best way to find an advisor who actually plans for your whole life, not just your portfolio

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Divorce Mailbag: “Can I get my ex off the mortgage without refinancing?” Jul 18, 2025

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Divorce is hard—emotionally, logistically, and yes, financially. But it doesn’t have to be devastating. In this special HerMoney mailbag episode, Jean Chatzky welcomes back family law attorney and Hello Divorce founder Erin Levine to answer real listener questions from women going through divorce.

💡 Topics Covered:

“How can I bullet-proof my finances before filing for divorce when my spouse is likely to fight me on everything?”
“I’m freshly divorced with two kids. If I can only claim one child, is filing ‘Head of Household’ still worth it?”
“The house is mine, but the mortgage is ours. Can I get my ex off the loan without a pricey refi?”
“I was a stay-at-home mom and never saw the divorce coming. With $14K in savings and $1K a month in child support, where do I even start?”

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Ep 484: Dividing More Than the House: Erin Levine on the Tiny Financial Details That Can Blow Up Your Divorce Jul 16, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Jean Chatzky sits down with attorney and Hello Divorce founder Erin Levine to unpack the tiny financial landmines that derail even the most amicable splits.

From Netflix passwords and travel points to start-up equity and forgotten retirement accounts, Erin shares the overlooked details that can lead to drawn-out negotiations, unexpected legal fees, and serious resentment. Plus, she breaks down why the way you start your divorce can determine everything that follows, and how to do it with more clarity, control, and less chaos.

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“I’m 56 and just got laid off. Is it safe to step away from full-time work for good?” Jul 11, 2025

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In today’s Mailbag, Jean and Kathryn are diving into the issues that keep many of us up at night: how to plan for long-term care, whether it's actually possible to over-save for retirement, and how to know when it's okay to step off the corporate treadmill for good.

💡 Topics Covered:

Managing $2M in assets with no heirs
When it’s okay to slow down on saving for retirement
Navigating job loss in your 50s and redefining work on your terms

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Introducing Season 2 of "How She Does It" with TODAY host Jenna Bush Hager Jul 09, 2025

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This week, we’re giving you an exclusive first listen to the brand-new season of our sister podcast, How She Does It! Hosted by our friend and Fast Money panelist Karen Finerman, this season kicks off with none other than journalist, author, and TODAY host Jenna Bush Hager.

She reflects on the emotional goodbye with Hoda, the importance of choosing the right life partner, and how she’s rewriting the playbook for women in media and publishing.

Take a listen to this season premiere of How She Does It, and don’t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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“I’m a single mom with two kids in college. Will I ever be able to retire?” Jul 04, 2025

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In this special AMA Mailbag episode, Jean sits down with two thoughtful guests navigating how to prepare for the future as single moms.

First up is Rebecca, a mom of two in Oregon, about 15 years out from retirement. She’s wondering if she’s doing enough to get there. Then we hear from Sarah, a mom in Virginia with a big question: If something happens to her, how can she ensure her assets go directly to her daughter, not her ex?

💡 Topics Covered:

Planning for retirement as a single parent
Pensions vs. savings: how to make it work
When to prioritize paying off your mortgage
Estate planning and guardianship for solo moms
Trusts, wills, and protecting your child's financial future

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Ep 482: The Care Crisis: What Every Woman Needs To Know Jul 02, 2025

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This week, Jean sits down with Jennifer Levin, author of Generation Care: The New Culture of Caregiving, to talk about what happens when caregiving collides with career, finances, and identity, especially for younger women.

Whether you’re in the thick of caregiving now or you just know it’s on the horizon, Jennifer’s insights will help you feel seen, supported, and more prepared for the road ahead.

And we have an exciting sneak peek of our brand new season of the How She Does It podcast, premiering July 8th! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

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