WTF! Women Talk Finance

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Oct 2026

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WTF! Women Talk Finance breaks down the world of money. No jargon, no gatekeeping. Hosts Candace Powell and Jackie Kuiper talk finance, capital, and investing with the people who know it best. Expect real conversations, smart insights, and practical tools to help you learn, grow your confidence, and take charge of your financial future.

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October 22, 2026Episode 2728 min

EP 27: You're Wasting $2,628 a Year Without Knowing

How much money are you losing to subscriptions you barely use? Streaming services, forgotten free trials, fitness apps, and automatic renewals can quietly drain hundreds of dollars from your budget every month. In this episode of Women Talk Finance, the hosts take a closer look at the hidden cost of subscriptions and share their own experiences reviewing recurring expenses. From expensive monthly plans to unused apps and unexpected charges, they explore how quickly small expenses can add up. In this episode, you'll discover: How to find subscriptions you've completely forgotten about Why free trials and auto-renewals can become expensive habits A simple method for reviewing recurring charges How to decide which subscriptions are actually worth keeping Why smarter spending isn't about cutting everything you enjoy The goal isn't to eliminate every subscription. It's to make sure your money is going toward things that genuinely add value to your life. Don't let auto-renew make your financial decisions for you. Watch the full episode and discover how a simple subscription audit could help you save thousands each year. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

October 15, 2026Episode 2639 min

EP 26: Why So Many Women Apologize for Buying Anything Nice

Why do so many women feel the need to justify their purchases, even when they can afford them? In this episode of Women Talk Finance , they explore the money beliefs we inherit growing up and how they continue to shape our financial decisions as adults. From “money doesn’t grow on trees” to the instinct to announce that something was on sale, the girls break down how childhood lessons about saving, spending, and financial security can turn into guilt, anxiety, and unhealthy money habits. In this episode, you'll discover: Why women often feel guilty about spending money on themselves How childhood money lessons influence adult financial behavior The difference between smart saving and scarcity-driven habits How cultural expectations shape our relationship with money Why open conversations about money matter for the next generation It's time to question the financial rules we grew up with and start building a healthier relationship with money. 🎧 Watch the full episode and join the conversation! Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

October 8, 2026Episode 2541 min

EP 25: Your Insurance Probably Doesn’t Cover What You Think It Does

Think your insurance covers more than it actually does? Candace Powell explores the surprising world of insurance, from life, disability, and business coverage to specialty policies for things like alien abduction and fantasy football. In this episode, she breaks down how insurance evolved, why policies can be incredibly specific, and why the fine print matters more than most people realize. You’ll learn: • Why your coverage may change as your life, job, health, or insurer changes • How whole life and business insurance fit into the bigger picture • Some of the strangest insurance policies that actually exist • Why regularly reviewing your policies can help prevent costly surprises The key takeaway: don’t assume you’re covered. Know what your policy actually says before you need it. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

October 1, 2026Episode 2435 min

EP 24: Why Making More Money Won’t Fix Your Financial Stress with Aimee Railton

What if making more money isn’t enough to make financial stress disappear? Aimee Railton shares how money anxiety became a wake-up call, and how building simple, repeatable cash flow systems helped her regain control of her finances and eventually inspired @thecashflowqueen_ Aimee joins Jackie and Candace to talk about the shame and silence that can surround financial mistakes, why irregular income and unexpected expenses can create a constant cycle of stress, and why earning more doesn’t necessarily solve the problem when the right systems aren’t in place. They explore practical ways to plan for monthly, quarterly, and annual expenses, manage cash flow more intentionally, and separate your financial situation from your sense of self-worth. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, managing household finances, or simply tired of feeling anxious about money, this conversation offers a more practical and shame-free way to take back control. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

September 24, 2026Episode 2339 min

EP 23: How to Raise Kids Who Are Smart With Money with Kim Butler

Kim Butler shares a practical approach to teaching kids how to manage money from an early age. By learning how to give, save, and spend with intention, children can begin building healthy financial habits that last a lifetime. She also explains why money shouldn’t be a taboo topic at home, and how simple, everyday conversations can help kids develop confidence, responsibility, and a healthier relationship with money. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

September 17, 2026Episode 2247 min

EP 22: The Power and Ownership of AI with Dr. Armina Karapetian

We tend to think of artificial intelligence as objective. But the reality is much more complicated. Armina Karapetian breaks down why AI is less of an oracle and more of a mirror, learning from human-created data that already contains our assumptions, blind spots, and biases. In this conversation, Armina explores how biased data shapes AI models, why we should question the outputs they give us, and how AI can still become a powerful equalizing tool for women and other underrepresented groups when used deliberately. A clear look at the risks, opportunities, and responsibility behind the technology increasingly shaping our decisions. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

September 10, 2026Episode 2134 min

EP 21: AI vs. Best Friends: Who Knows You Better?

Can AI know you better than your best friend? 👀 In this episode, we explore how AI is becoming part of the way we ask for advice, make decisions, and even seek companionship. From funny real-life examples to the bigger questions around connection and trust, we unpack where AI can genuinely help and where human judgment still wins. Because AI might know a lot about you, but some things still need a human touch. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

September 3, 2026Episode 2039 min

EP 20: Marriage Shouldn’t Feel Like Another Job

More women are choosing to stay single, and it’s not because they’re “failing” at relationships. For many, it’s becoming a conscious decision shaped by money, independence, and the realities of unpaid labor. Jackie and Candace unpack why romantic relationships can sometimes feel like taking on a second unpaid job, especially when domestic responsibilities, mental load, marriage, and motherhood enter the equation. They explore how these expectations can change the financial and emotional math of partnership—and why more women are questioning whether the traditional relationship model still works for them. The conversation gets personal while tackling a much bigger shift: what happens when women have more freedom to choose what they want their lives to look like? 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

August 27, 2026Episode 1941 min

EP 19: The Loneliness Economy Is Bigger Than Dating Apps

The advice to “just find connection online” is starting to look a lot like a business model. In this episode, Jackie and Candace unpack the loneliness economy — a growing market built around isolation, and the apps, platforms, and products that may be monetizing loneliness instead of actually solving it. From dating apps and subscription models to algorithms designed to keep us scrolling, they explore how technology can blur the line between helping people connect and keeping them engaged. They also make an important distinction: being alone isn’t the same as being lonely. Choosing to live alone, stay single, or build a quieter life can be completely different from experiencing real isolation. It’s a conversation about technology, consumer behavior, comparison, vulnerability, and the question at the center of it all: Are we actually solving loneliness, or just building subscriptions around it? 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

August 20, 2026Episode 1847 min

EP 18: The Journey of Entrepreneurs, with Betsy Westhafer

The “loneliness economy” is growing, but who benefits when we feel more isolated? In this episode, we explore the important difference between choosing to be alone and experiencing loneliness, and how businesses, apps, algorithms, and gamified platforms can profit from keeping us constantly engaged. We also unpack what digital connection can’t replace: meaningful, real-world relationships. From recognizing unhealthy engagement loops to finding practical ways to create stronger connections in everyday life, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at loneliness in the digital age and what we can do about it. Watch the full episode for a deeper conversation about technology, isolation, and the value of genuine human connection. Follow us on Instagram: @wtf_womentalkfinance | Spotify , YouTube & Apple Podcasts : WTF! Women Talk Finance | The Founders Office: foundersoffice.com

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