Everyone's Talkin' Money

You did the work. You earn good money. You’re saving, investing—or at least trying to. So why does it still feel unsettled? In this Ask Shari episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, answers real listener questions from women who are objectively doing well with money—but emotionally stuck in doubt, comparison, and quiet anxiety. You’ll hear questions like: “How do I start investing without feel...

If you’ve been saying yes to the wrong clients, under-pricing out of fear, or treating exhaustion like a strategy, this one’s for you. Bianca D'Alessio, CEO/founder of The Masters Division, Managing Director at Nest Seekers Development Marketing, #1 Real Estate Broker in NYC & NY State, and author of Mastering Intentions—joins Shari to unpack how high-achieving women move from scarcity to self-tru...

If you’ve already blown your holiday gift budget… breathe. You are not the only one scrolling through your cart at 11 p.m., refreshing the screen, praying the total magically drops by $200. Your holiday spending didn’t “get away from you.” It sprinted off in glitter-covered sneakers — and today we’re going to get you back in control. In this episode, Shari breaks down why the holidays turn even th...

So many smart, successful women are running companies, leading teams, and managing full lives… yet flying blind when it comes to their own household finances. Not because they’re clueless, but because money is quiet when you ignore it — and trust feels easier than clarity. In this episode, Shari breaks down the real reason high-earning women get financially blindsided and the three guardrails ever...

In Part 2 of this intimate conversation, Shari continues her discussion with Carl Richards, the New York Times “Sketch Guy.” If Part 1 was about the behavior behind money, Part 2 is about the beliefs behind your life. Carl opens up about how his simple sketches began, how a single comment from his wife reshaped his entire career, and why permission—not math—is often the missing piece in big financ...

Money doesn’t behave the way math does—and no one knows that better than today’s guest, Carl Richards, the New York Times “Sketch Guy” and author of The Behavior Gap. In Part 1 of this powerful two-part series, Shari Rash, sits down with Carl to unpack the exact moment he realized that investing is less about spreadsheets and more about psychology, fear, wiring, and real-life behavior. Carl shares...

Is a recession coming? Maybe. But here’s the truth: the only recession that really matters is the one happening in your household. In this candid, practical conversation, Shari Rash and financial coach Dylan Snowden reframe “Recession Core” from a fashion trend into a living, breathing money protocol. You’ll learn how to strip out the hidden “cost of comfort,” build sustainable habits you won’t ab...

The most rewarding money move you can make before December 31st isn’t a tax hack, an investment tweak, or a budgeting trick — it’s generosity. But not the chaotic, guilt-driven kind that leaves you staring at your credit card bill wondering what happened. We’re talking intentional, values-aligned giving that feels good, makes sense financially, and creates real impact. In this episode, Shari break...

The penny has officially been laid to rest — and while most of us won’t shed a tear, its retirement marks a surprisingly big moment in how America handles money. In this quick update, I’m walking you through what happened to the penny, why the U.S. finally pulled the plug, and what this tiny change means for your wallet and the future of cash. You’ll hear: Why the U.S. Mint stopped making pennies...

If open enrollment season makes your eyes glaze over faster than a holiday spreadsheet, this one’s for you. In Part 3 of the Smart Money Moves Before Year-End series, Shari dives into all the hidden ways you can squeeze more value out of your paycheck before December 31. From health plans to hidden perks, this is your reminder that benefits are part of your compensation — and it’s time they pulled...

What happens after the awareness? After you stop spending on autopilot… how do you start building on purpose? In part two, Shari connects money mindfulness to business-building — and why your exit number should be based on the life you actually want, not what Instagram says counts as “success.” Guest Kathryn Finney returns to share how she grew her blog into a real media company, figured out her n...

We don’t always spend because we’re “bad with money.” We spend because we’re human — grieving, stressed, lonely, or trying to feel in control. In this episode, Shari breaks down emotional spending as a signal, not a flaw, and shows you how to start asking the one question that changes everything: “What am I actually trying to feel right now?” Then you’ll hear from Kathryn Finney, who was shopping...

Simple, legal, and smart ways to shrink your tax bill while boosting your wealth. If you’ve ever filed your taxes in April and thought, “Well… I wish I’d known that sooner,” this episode is your redo moment. In Part 2 of the Smart Money Moves Before Year-End series, Shari breaks down the strategic moves you can still make before December 31 that could literally save you hundreds — or even thousand...

It’s time for your money’s annual checkup — and no, there’s no waiting room or copay required. In this first episode of our Smart Money Moves Before Year-End series, Shari walks you through a four-part year-end audit to help you see exactly where your money went, what worked, and what needs a little TLC before the clock strikes midnight on December 31st. You’ll walk away with: A clear picture of w...

It’s time to turn confidence into ownership. In the final episode of the Financial Confidence Bootcamp, we’re breaking down the world of investing — minus the Wall Street jargon and overwhelm. Because investing isn’t just for finance bros and millionaires. It’s for anyone who wants their money to grow quietly in the background while they live their life. You’ll learn how to simplify your investing...

For too long, financial advice came with strings attached — confusing titles, hidden commissions, and “suitable” recommendations that didn’t always serve you. But the future of financial planning looks a lot different. In this episode, I’m joined by Lori Atwood, CFP®, founder of Fearless Finance, to unpack the evolution from sales-driven advice to fiduciary, fee-for-service financial planning. We...

Why do smart people still fall into debt traps? The truth is, debt is marketed to us in ways to exploit our psychology. We underestimate the true cost of borrowing, overestimate our ability to pay, and let lenders hide the fine print in plain sight. In this episode, Shari sits down with John Dinsmore—Professor of Marketing at Wright State University and author of The Marketing of Debt: How They Ge...

What happens when technology meets money mindset? In this conversation, Elizabeth Ayoola — writer, finance expert, and co-host of NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast — shares how she went from writing $8 articles as a new mom to building lasting financial freedom. We get into how AI is reshaping personal finance, why emotional awareness still beats automation, and what it really takes to feel confide...

Part 1 - Budgeting That Actually Fits Your Life Part 2- How to Tackle Debt — Without Cutting Coffee, Joy, or Your Sanity We’re rewriting the story of saving today — because saving isn’t about restriction, it’s about freedom. It’s about building a life where unexpected expenses don’t derail you, where opportunities don’t slip by because you’re unprepared, and where your money quietly works for you...

If you’ve ever felt like the stock market was a boys’ club you weren’t invited to, this episode is about to change that. Diana Perkins — CPA, investor, and founder of Trading with Diana — joins Shari to break down why trading isn’t as intimidating as it looks, how women’s natural strengths give them an investing edge, and the simple, practical steps you can take to start building wealth through th...

This isn’t a conversation you hear every day. In fact, most people will never talk about it out loud. But money—whether you have too much or not enough—always brings feelings with it: guilt, pressure, shame, confusion. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Chase Collins, a fifth-generation trust fund inheritor and the founder of Trust Your Trust Fund. Chase opens up about the real emotional co...

Most of us think money mistakes are big, obvious moves — but more often, it’s the small, everyday decisions that quietly drain our wealth. In this final episode of 40 Money Lessons at 40, Shari uncovers the subtle ways we sabotage our financial progress and shows you how to spot, stop, and redirect those habits. Learn how to align your spending with your values, avoid common traps, and make every...

This is Part 2 of our Financial Confidence Bootcamp — Four Weeks. Four Habits. One Confident You. Check out Episode 1 of my Financial Confidence Bootcamp If you’ve been stuck in the debt shame spiral — avoiding statements, swiping with guilt, or believing you have to give up everything fun until you’re debt-free — this episode will change how you think about paying off what you owe. We’re breaking...

You’ve done everything “right”—built the career, raised the kids, earned the credentials, checked all the boxes—and yet, something still feels... empty. In this conversation, Shari Rash sits down with Danielle McGeough, PhD, a recovering overachiever, educator, and certified Elite Life Coach who’s spent the past two decades helping people move from surviving their routines to creating lives that a...

This is Part 1 of my 4-Part Financial Confidence Bootcamp, and we’re starting with the money habit everyone loves to hate: budgeting. If you’ve ever opened your budgeting app and immediately felt like you were failing, this episode will change the game. I’m breaking down how to build a budget that fits your real life—not the one social media tells you to have. You’ll hear: Why guilt-driven budgets...