The Wealth Equation

Hosted by Kristen Wonch

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Jun 2026

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A show for ambitious women to learn the investing + wealth secrets no one else is talking about. Where high-income earners, self-made millionaires, and industry thought leaders share the raw, behind-the-scenes stories of how they made 7 & 8 figures + how they uncovered their deepest money blocks and shifted them. Join us each week as we pull back the curtain on simple AF investing principles that won't just grow your income, but actually make you RICH. Stuff you can actually use. Easy enough for a grade 4 to understand. For women ready to make the shift from high-earner to Compounding Queen. Your here not here for another Stripe notification. You're here to build LEGACY wealth. LFG. 🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox/ 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens

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June 11, 202628 min

How Investing Works

If investing has ever felt confusing, overwhelming, or like everyone else got a manual you somehow missed, this episode is for you. In this episode, I break down how investing actually works from the ground up. We cover what an investment really is, how compound interest creates wealth, why diversification matters, and the biggest mistakes that cause people to lose money. Most importantly, I want you to see that investing isn't complicated. It's simply a skill that nobody taught us. When you understand the foundations, investing stops feeling intimidating and starts feeling empowering. Tune in to learn: What an investment actually is (+ why things like cars, boats, and even some houses aren't necessarily investments) How compound interest really works using a simple apple orchard analogy Why the second decade of investing is exponentially more valuable than the first The biggest investing mistakes people make, from stock picking and crypto concentration to relying on underperforming advisors How to set up investments properly, know your financial freedom numbers, and build a portfolio that grows wealth predictably over time 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

June 5, 202640 min

The High Net Worth Identity

Why can two women learn the exact same business strategy, the exact same investing strategy, and still create wildly different results? In this episode, I take you deeper than tactics, habits, beliefs, and even traditional identity work to uncover the invisible forces that are quietly driving your relationship with money, wealth, and success. I’m sharing what I’ve observed from women with 8 and 9 figure net worths, why high-net-worth women operate in an entirely different way, and the hidden patterns that shape your financial reality without you even realizing it. Tune in to learn: Why two women can learn the exact same strategy and create wildly different financial results The mysterious reason money seems to move effortlessly to some women and feel hard for others What sits deeper than beliefs, habits, energetics, and identity work Eight invisible forces that are driving your entire paradigm with wealth How ultra high-net-worth women view money, time, themselves, and the allocation of capital differently than everyone else 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

May 29, 202633 min

My Biggest Investing Fails

What if the reason you feel stuck with investing has nothing to do with the investments themselves and everything to do with how you're thinking about them? In this episode, I challenge one of the most common stories I hear from women: “I’ve been burned by a bad investment before.” I share some of my biggest investing losses, including investments that went all the way to zero, and why those experiences never stopped me from continuing to grow my wealth. You'll learn a completely different way to think about investing, risk, losses, and returns that will change how you relate to money forever. Tune in to learn: Why the story “I’ve been burned by a bad investment” is keeping so many women stuck How I think about making investments in my business and in my portfolio Why I’ve had investments go to zero and investments that didn’t pay off + still grown my money exponentially Some of my biggest investing losses and the lessons they taught me The mindset shift that will completely change how you relate to investing, risk, and wealth building 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

May 22, 202625 min

The Anatomy of a High Performing Portfolio

If you’ve ever lost money investing, or felt terrified to start because investing feels “too risky”, this episode is going to completely reframe how you think about risk, wealth, and building a powerful portfolio. In this episode, I break down what uneducated investors are always missing, why all investments are not created equal, and how great investors actually think about taking on risk strategically. I’m also walking you through different asset classes, why diversification matters so much, and how to build a portfolio that creates higher returns without taking on reckless risk. Tune in to learn: The two biggest reasons women lose money investing in the first place What all great investors understand about risk that uneducated investors miss Why all investments and asset classes carry different levels of risk How to build a high-performing portfolio with higher returns and less unnecessary risk Why chasing the highest returns often leads women to take on way more risk than they realize 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

May 15, 202627 min

Raise the ROI of Time + Money to 20X your Net Worth

Most women think the answer to making more money is working harder, longer, or squeezing more into an already packed schedule. In this episode, I break down why that is one of the biggest wealth traps I see, and how the real game is learning to create more output with the exact same input. I’m sharing the identity shift that helped me turn a $54K cash week into over $1M in long-term wealth, why Tony Robbins earns hundreds of millions in the same 24 hours we all have, and how to stop optimizing for cash… and start optimizing for true wealth. Tune in to learn: The one reason people like Tony Robbins make millions with the exact same hours you have The difference between optimizing for cash versus optimizing for wealth The identity shift that can help you create 20X more wealth with the exact same time and money you have right now What leverage actually is + how to create more output for the same input in your business, money, and life Why working harder is not what creates the biggest financial results + what high-net-worth women do instead 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

May 8, 202615 min

What to do with your Inheritance

Coming into a large sum of money whether through an inheritance or divorce, can feel overwhelming, emotional, and even a little scary. In this episode, I walk you through how to actually think about that money so you don’t avoid it, mismanage it, or leave massive growth on the table. The way you handle this moment will determine whether this becomes a missed opportunity… or one of the most powerful wealth-building decisions you ever make. Tune in to learn: Why fear is one of the first things that comes up with a lump sum and why women tend to go “head in the sand” about it Why a large amount of money sitting unoptimized is actually costing you money every single day Why it doesn’t matter how investments performed in the past, but whether they’re the best place for your money going forward Why holding onto losing investments to avoid capital gains taxes doesn’t make logical sense How to simplify and confidently rebuild your portfolio in a way that actually supports your goals 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

April 28, 202618 min

From Messy to Clean Investments in 2 Hours

Messy investments aren’t just inconvenient, they’re costing you clarity, energy, and a significant amount of money. In this episode, I show you how to go from scattered accounts, forgotten logins, and total avoidance… to fully clean, organized investments in just 1 to 2 hours. I also break down the real reason you’ve been avoiding this, what it’s secretly costing you every single day, and the simple step-by-step process to finally get it sorted. Tune in to learn: What it looks like to go from messy investments to completely sorted in 1 to 2 hours How a conversation I avoided for 7 months added over $100K to my net worth The real reasons we avoid our investments for months The step-by-step process to clean up your investments quickly and simply Why getting this sorted creates immediate relief, clarity, and powerful financial decisions going forward 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

April 21, 202616 min

Why 1M Portfolio is Better than a 1M Business

We’ve been sold a very one-sided version of wealth where building a $1M business is the ultimate goal. In this episode, I break down why a $1M portfolio is actually far more powerful, far more freeing, and far less reliant on your time and energy. Because the difference between a cash machine and a wealth machine is what determines whether you stay stuck working for money… or your money starts working for you. Tune in to learn Why a $1M portfolio can pay you more than a $1M business The difference between a cash machine vs a wealth machine Why your portfolio acts as an insurance policy if your business ever slows down or disappears What would actually have to happen for a well-structured portfolio to go to zero The only 3 things that stop women from setting up their investments 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

April 16, 202622 min

How to Double Your Net Worth in 12 Months

Doubling your net worth isn’t about making more money, it’s about what you do with the money you already have. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to rapidly grow your net worth, the biggest mistake business owners make when it comes to money, and the toxic thoughts that are quietly eroding your wealth. We dive into the identity shift required to actually build wealth, the quick wins that can put cash back into your pocket immediately, and how to stop leaking money so you can scale your net worth faster than ever. Tune in to learn The one thing most business owners focus on — and why it’s the exact wrong thing for building wealth Why revenue does NOT equal profit (and why more income doesn’t automatically grow your net worth) Why investing needs to feel urgent and how waiting is quietly costing you thousands How to stop the “bleed” in your cash flow and immediately free up more money to invest The toxic thought that keeps women stuck and what to shift into instead to build wealth faster 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 

April 9, 202623 min

Controversial Thoughts on Money + Partnership

Money and partnership is one of the most loaded conversations we have, and most people are operating on default without ever questioning it. In this episode, I’m sharing some controversial thoughts on money and relationships, including a story that will completely shift how you think about power, decision-making, and financial dynamics in partnership. We dive into shared vs separate finances, why so many women feel disempowered around money, and how to have conversations about money and investing in a way that feels empowering for both people. Tune in to learn: An unusual way to think about shared vs separate finances — and my surprising opinion on it Why the dynamic of one partner having to “sell” the other on spending money is fundamentally broken What you need to get clear on when it comes to money, investing, and decision-making in partnership How early you should be having conversations about money — and what actually matters in those conversations How to have conversations about money and investing in a way that feels empowering for both of you 💰 WORK WITH ME:🚀 The 7 Figure Portfolio: a 6 week accelerator to 3X your returns, optimize your portfolio + build a high performing portfolio on track for 7 and 8 figures. DM me on IG '7-FIG' 💰Join the Compounding Queens Secret Telegram here: https://t.me/compoundingqueens Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristenwonchInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/kristenwonch.xox Email: kristen@kristenwonch.com 