Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About! | Purse Strings

Barbara Provost & Maggie Nielsen

"We will never solve the feminization of power until we solve the masculinity of wealth." - Gloria Steinem. On this podcast, we're going to call out those ways that women are consistently left behind financially. But most importantly, how women can help themselves. Join hosts Barbara Provost & Maggie Nielsen as they help you navigate the ins and outs of financial independence so that you can be financially fearless. They'll connect you with helpful resources and compelling stories from women all across the country. Whether it's buying a house, preparing for retirement, dealing with divorce, there won't be a single question off the table. Maggie is a partner and Barbara is the founder of Purse Strings, a two-part model that's all about providing women the tools and resources they need to help them learn and understand what they need to know to make good financial decisions. And they help connect women with attorneys, financial planners, realtors, and many other financial professionals who have the expertise and desire to serve the female market. Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About can be your place for tools, resources, education and a place to ask the important questions on your mind (or even better, the - you know - you aren't talking about). Find out more about Purse Strings by visiting https://pursestrings.co/ and we can't wait to connect with you on the podcast!

  1. 4h ago

    How to Turn Your Passion into a Six Figure Side Hustle with Ashley Neidert

    Send us Fan Mail Most women start a side hustle to make a little extra money. Ashley Neidert started posting videos and built a six-figure business. She is here to tell you exactly how she did it and what nobody else is going to tell you before you start. Meet Ashley Neidert, full-time cat content creator, pediatric doctor of physical therapy, and the world's only pet content creator coach. Through her brand Petfluencer Secrets, she helps aspiring and growing pet creators turn their pages into real income through brand deals, YouTube, and scalable online revenue streams. Known for its honest, no fluff approach, Petfluencer Secrets focuses on strategy, storytelling, and sustainable growth, giving creators the tools and confidence to build a profitable pet brand without relying on viral moments. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it actually looks like to make real money as a pet content creator. This is not the highlight reel. This is the 4:00 AM Starbucks run, the algorithm shifts, the taxes nobody warned you about, and the real income timelines you need to hear before you start. You will walk away with a clear-eyed, no-fluff picture of the pet influencer world, plus practical steps to start building your own channel the right way. Want to start a side hustle? Join us for next week’s Money Talks “The Tax and Money Moves You Need to Make Now” Let’s talk about the financial side of actually running it. From estimated taxes to business structure to keeping your books right, we’re covering what every woman building a side income needs to know. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with Ashley: WebsiteInstagramYoutube Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    How to Turn Your Passion into a Six Figure Side Hustle with Ashley Neidert
  2. Jul 17

    Empowering Women through smart Investing with Janine Firpo

    Send us Fan Mail "I realized my money was actually invested in ways that were undermining me. It was invested in things that were creating the problems I was trying to solve."- Janine Firpo Meet Janine Firpo, co-founder of the nonprofit Invest for Better and author of Activate Your Money. With a 35-plus-year career that took her from coding in Silicon Valley in 1981 to fighting international poverty with technology, Janine's path has never been ordinary. After retiring eight years ago, she took her money back from her financial advisors, started figuring it out herself, and founded a movement. Today, she helps women step into their economic power, not just by investing more, but by investing with intention and in alignment with their values. In this episode, we sit down with Janine for one of the most eye-opening conversations we have ever had about women and money. This one goes deep. We are talking about what it really means to invest with your values, why most of us have no idea what our money is actually doing in the world, and how even small shifts can create a ripple effect that changes everything. You will walk away with practical, no-overwhelm steps to start aligning your money with your values today, even if you only have a bank account. Women are outperforming men in investing but we’re still less likely to start. If you’d like to take the next steps, Join us for next week’s Money Talks “Your Next Investment Move: A Step-by-Step Breakdown”. We’re getting into how to begin, what actually matters, and why the biggest risk is waiting too long. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with Janine: Invest For BetterOur Sheconomy InstagramLinkedIn Our Sheconomy on LinkedIn Activateyourmoney.net   Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    Empowering Women through smart Investing with Janine Firpo
  3. Jul 10

    Your Points May be Worth More Than You Think with Tiffany Funk

    Send us Fan Mail Do you have points sitting in an account right now that you have no idea what to do with? You signed up for the card, you spent the money, and somehow it still feels like not much of a value for you? Tiffany Funk is here to fix that. Tiffany Funk is the co-founder of Point Me, a platform built to make travel loyalty programs actually accessible to real people. She is a recognized expert in points, miles, and the financial systems that connect airlines, credit cards, and consumers and she has spent her career cutting through the noise so women can make smarter choices with the money they are already spending. WHAT WE COVER 06:30 Why there are so few women in the miles and points space 11:30 The mutual fund strategy for picking your everyday card 16:00 The truth about first class upgrades and lounge access 22:00 How many credit cards do you actually need? 26:00 Business credit cards for women-owned businesses 30:30 The one simple shift that doubles or triples your points Tiffany left us with something worth sitting with: financial freedom is about having good choices available. This episode is your starting point. And if this topic is important to you, join us for next week’s Money Talks; “The Solo Traveler’s Money Guide: How to Budget for Adventure as a Woman”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   This episode is supported by Meredith Schnepp, VTA, CCC, founder of Sunkissed Bliss Travel. Meredith designs deeply personal, seamless travel experiences for busy women, couples, and families who want beautifully executed trips without the time, stress, or guesswork of planning it themselves. Through carefully vetted global partners and high-touch, full-service planning, she makes sure every detail is handled so you can show up and actually enjoy your trip. If you're ready to invest in travel that feels as meaningful as it is memorable, book your complimentary consultation at www.sunkissedblisstravel.com and follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Follow & connect with Tiffany: LinkedInWebsite Instagram Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    Your Points May be Worth More Than You Think with Tiffany Funk
  4. Jun 26

    How to Reenter the Workforce After Divorce with SheQuip

    Send us Fan Mail You have been out of the workforce for years, you are in the middle of a divorce, and someone just told you that you need to get a job. Where do you even start? This week we are sitting down with not one, not two, but three powerhouse women behind SheQuip, Pamela Lisle Smith, Carol Savvas, and Kate Rapier. SheQuip is a career reentry service built specifically for women coming out of divorce who need to get back into the workforce with confidence, strategy, and real support behind them.  Together these three are doing something that is genuinely needed. They are taking women who feel broken, overwhelmed, and completely out of the loop and helping them see that the skills they have built while raising kids, managing households, running fundraisers, and navigating life are absolutely valuable in today's marketplace. In this episode we get into the real stuff. How to rebuild a resume when you have been out of the workforce for years. Why LinkedIn is non-negotiable right now and how to actually use it. The free certifications and courses that can refresh your skills fast. How to negotiate your job search support right into your divorce settlement. And the story of a woman who said she had done nothing, only to reveal she had organized a fundraiser for over 1,000 people. Carol's reminder is this: what if it is easier than you think? Start walking. Get those  comfortable shoes on. The mountain in front of you might not be as steep as it looks. Join us for next week's Money Talks “What Happens to Your Mortgage When You Divorce?”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   This episode is supported by Marguerita Cheng, CFP®, RICP®, CDFA®, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Wealth. Marguerita works with women navigating divorce to bring clarity, confidence, and control back into their financial lives. At Blue Ocean Global Wealth, the focus is on helping women understand their options, make informed decisions, and feel empowered about their financial future, especially during moments that feel uncertain or overwhelming. If you’re going through divorce and want support that’s clear, grounded, and centered on your long term wellbeing, you can learn more and connect with Marguerita at www.blueoceanglobalwealth.com and follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Disclosure: Securities offered by Registered Representatives and Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC, and a Registered Investment Advisor. Private Client Services and Blue Ocean Global Wealth are unaffiliated entities. Follow & connect with SheQuip: LinkedIn Website InstagramWant to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    How to Reenter the Workforce After Divorce with SheQuip
  5. Jun 19

    The Childfree Financial Advantage More Women Are Choosing with Kristen Myers and Erika Abdelatif

    Send us Fan Mail Whether you have kids, don’t have kids, or are still figuring it out, the life you choose deserves a real financial plan behind it. This week we are sitting down with Erika and Kristen, the best-friend duo behind the DINKY Podcast. DINK stands for Dual Income, No Kids. These two have built a thriving community around what it actually looks like to choose this life on purpose. Erika comes from a background in social media and comedy and now runs her own freelance business while co-hosting the podcast full time. Kristen spent years in tech before making the bold move to relocate to Dublin, Ireland, where she is in business school part time, building a side business, and working on an invention she is genuinely excited about. The DINKY Podcast launched about four years ago, right as Roe v. Wade was overturned, and it has grown into a bold, funny, and politically engaged conversation about reproductive rights, financial freedom, chosen family, and the real cost of the life society tells us we should want. Erika and Kristen bring live poll data from thousands of women, real talk about what financial freedom actually feels like when you are building it on your own terms, and some of the most refreshingly honest takes on money, marriage, and end-of-life planning we have ever had on this show. From the $6,000 a month Seattle daycare reality check that started it all to why 77% of women said they still would not want kids even with more money, this one is packed. We also get into retiring as you go, bodily autonomy in a post-Roe world, chosen family, and why having a written end-of-life plan is not optional regardless of whether you have children. Erika and Kristen's reminder is this: the women who came before us did not get to choose. We do, and that is worth respecting with intentional decision making. Join us for next week's Money Talks “You Don’t Have to Have Kids to Build a Legacy”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   Follow & connect with Kristen Myers and Erika Abdelatif: Dinky Podcast - YouTubeAbout DinkyInstagramWant to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    The Childfree Financial Advantage More Women Are Choosing with Kristen Myers and Erika Abdelatif
  6. Jun 12

    Release the Emotions Driving Your Financial Decisions with Bari Tessler

    Send us Fan Mail This week we're sitting down with Bari Tessler, a Financial Therapist and a pioneer in the Financial Therapy field. She has a Masters degree in Somatic Psychology from Naropa University, 1998. She then ran a bookkeeping business for therapists and artists. In 2001, she merged all her training and created a somatic-based Financial Therapy methodology that she has been teaching for 24 years. She is also the founder of The Art of Money, a financial therapy program and a Mentor Program for therapists, coaches and financial professionals. Bari breaks down why 90% of our money decisions are based on emotions, not logic, and what to actually do about it. She shares her signature Body Check-In tool, why couples fight about money even when everything else is great, and how to start having real money conversations with your partner without it turning into World War III at the kitchen table. Bari's reminder is that the way you were raised to think about money shapes every financial decision you make today. Join us for next week’s Money Talks, we’re digging into money stories, emotional patterns around spending and saving, and how to rewrite the ones that aren’t working for you. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   Follow & connect with Bari Tessler: WebsiteInstagram LinkedIn Facebook Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    Release the Emotions Driving Your Financial Decisions with Bari Tessler
  7. Jun 5

    Intentional Travel in Uncertain Times with Brenna Girardi

    Send us Fan Mail Travel isn't spending. It's investing. This week, we're sitting down with Brenna Girardi, the Co Founder of Olivette Travel Design, a boutique luxury travel advisory specializing in bespoke journeys around the world. She designs tailored, high touch travel experiences for couples, families, and private groups, partnering with the world’s most respected hotels and trusted global experts to unlock exclusive access and seamless service.  Brenna breaks down why now, more than ever, getting out of your bubble and experiencing other cultures is not a luxury. It's a necessity. She shares the real financial and emotional cost of DIY travel gone wrong (yes, we're talking Airbnb horror stories), why ChatGPT should never be your only travel planning tool, and what "memory dividends" actually mean for your life and your kids' lives. 08:00 Traveling Smart in Uncertain Times 10:00 Why You Need a Travel Advisor Right Now 13:00 The ChatGPT Itinerary Problem 15:00 Travel Is Intentional Investing 16:00 Memory Dividends: The Book Die With Zero 20:00 Common Money Mistakes Travelers Make 22:00 Airbnb vs. Vetted Hotels Brenna's reminder is a good one: your health, your time, and the people you love aren't guaranteed forever. The best memory dividends start now. Traveling more in 2026? Join us for next week’s Money Talks “Traveling more in 2026? Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Taxes”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   This episode is supported by Meredith Schnepp, VTA, CCC, founder of Sunkissed Bliss Travel. Meredith designs deeply personal, seamless travel experiences for busy women, couples, and families who want beautifully executed trips without the time, stress, or guesswork of planning it themselves. Through carefully vetted global partners and high-touch, full-service planning, she makes sure every detail is handled so you can show up and actually enjoy your trip. If you're ready to invest in travel that feels as meaningful as it is memorable, book your complimentary consultation at www.sunkissedblisstravel.com and follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Follow & connect with Brenna: Website InstagramLinkedIn Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    Intentional Travel in Uncertain Times with Brenna Girardi
  8. May 29

    Trial Separation & Mediation: The Divorce Wake-Up Call with Amanda Silver and Alex Howard (Dirty Laundry Podcast)

    Send us Fan Mail Divorce is emotional. But for many women, the financial side can be the biggest shock of all. This week on Women & Money: The Shit We Don’t Talk About, Barbara and Maggie sit down with Alex and Amanda, divorce mediators and co-hosts of the Dirty Laundry podcast, to share the real financial realities women face during separation and divorce.   Alex and Amanda share what they see every day behind closed doors, from hidden debt and emotional fights over “the Peloton,” to the financial wake-up calls that happen when one partner has been managing all the money. They also explain why mediation can help couples avoid high-conflict court battles, protect their finances, and create healthier co-parenting relationships moving forward.   00:49 Meet Alex & Amanda from Dirty Laundry 05:05 Why unpaid labor matters in divorce 06:10 Trial separations explained 09:45 Can trial separations save marriages? 16:40 Why mediation works differently than court 20:00 Learning healthy conflict resolution Alex and Amanda also remind women that even if they feel overwhelmed right now, they are capable of rebuilding financial confidence and creating a future that feels safe, secure, and fully their own. Whether you’re navigating divorce, supporting someone through it, or simply trying to understand your finances more deeply, join us for next week’s Money Talks “Protect Your Assets During a Divorce”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!   This episode is supported by Marguerita Cheng, CFP®, RICP®, CDFA®, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Wealth. Marguerita works with women navigating divorce to bring clarity, confidence, and control back into their financial lives. At Blue Ocean Global Wealth, the focus is on helping women understand their options, make informed decisions, and feel empowered about their financial future, especially during moments that feel uncertain or overwhelming. If you’re going through divorce and want support that’s clear, grounded, and centered on your long term wellbeing, you can learn more and connect with Marguerita at www.blueoceanglobalwealth.com and follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Disclosure: Securities offered by Registered Representatives and Advisory products and services offered by Investment Advisory Representatives through Private Client Services, member FINRA/SIPC, and a Registered Investment Advisor. Private Client Services and Blue Ocean Global Wealth are unaffiliated entities. Follow & connect with Alex & Amanda: Youtube Website Instagram: @dirty.laundry.podcast  Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we’ll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!  Follow & connect with us! Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit Resources Have questions?  Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...

    Trial Separation & Mediation: The Divorce Wake-Up Call with Amanda Silver and Alex Howard (Dirty Laundry Podcast)
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"We will never solve the feminization of power until we solve the masculinity of wealth." - Gloria Steinem. On this podcast, we're going to call out those ways that women are consistently left behind financially. But most importantly, how women can help themselves. Join hosts Barbara Provost & Maggie Nielsen as they help you navigate the ins and outs of financial independence so that you can be financially fearless. They'll connect you with helpful resources and compelling stories from women all across the country. Whether it's buying a house, preparing for retirement, dealing with divorce, there won't be a single question off the table. Maggie is a partner and Barbara is the founder of Purse Strings, a two-part model that's all about providing women the tools and resources they need to help them learn and understand what they need to know to make good financial decisions. And they help connect women with attorneys, financial planners, realtors, and many other financial professionals who have the expertise and desire to serve the female market. Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About can be your place for tools, resources, education and a place to ask the important questions on your mind (or even better, the - you know - you aren't talking about). Find out more about Purse Strings by visiting https://pursestrings.co/ and we can't wait to connect with you on the podcast!

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