Pink Tax Podcast

In this solo episode of the Pink Tax podcast, Janine reflects on her recent experience purchasing a home in 2025, sharing insights and lessons learned throughout the process. She discusses the societal obsession with homeownership in Canada, comparing it to other countries and highlighting the emotional and financial implications of buying a home. Janine emphasizes the importance of understanding...

In this episode of the Pink Tax, I speak with Allison Venditti, founder of Moms at Work, about the challenges women face in the workplace, particularly mothers. We discuss the importance of networking, the impact of pregnancy on career progression, and the need for legislative changes to support parental leave. The conversation also touches on the emotional toll of COVID-19 on women, the rollback...

In this episode of The Pink Tax , I’m joined by journalist Joelle Tomlinson for a raw and refreshing look at what it actually takes to build wealth. Joelle pulls back the curtain on her own financial evolution, moving past professional accolades to explore the childhood lessons and personal 'aha' moments that redefined her relationship with money. About Joelle: Joelle Tomlinson is a journa...

In this episode of The Pink Tax Podcast, I look back at some of my old goals I found in 2013! It's so interesting looking back at past versions of ourselves to see just how far we've come and what was important to us at the time. Here's a peek at what I achieved in 2025 and what I'm hoping to achieve in 2026. Pink Tax Resources: Substack: https://janinerogan.substack.com/ Janine's TedX Talk: https...

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, we chat with Robynn Storey, CEO and founder of Storyline Resumes. We discuss the evolution of the job market, the importance of assertive language in resumes, and the unique challenges women face in the workplace. Robynn shares her journey of starting her resume business, the significance of work-life balance, and how to navigate the complexities of job app...

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, we dive deep into the pressing issue of the wage gap, exploring its current state, the impact of intersectionality, and the societal perceptions of work value. We discuss the importance of salary transparency, the role of quotas, and the necessity of policy changes to address these disparities. There is a desperate need for open conversations about pay, the...

In this episode of the Pink Tax Podcast, Chantal of Knitatude shares her journey from learning to knit to building a successful business. She shares the challenges of pricing handmade goods, the importance of valuing your time, and the role of crafting in personal and financial independence. Chantal also discusses her supportive relationship with her husband, the influence of gender norms, and her...

In this episode of The Pink Tax Podcast, we speak with Sarah Kaplan, a leading expert in gender and the economy. We discuss the persistent issues of gender inequality, the challenges of proving the business case for diversity, and the backlash against DEI initiatives. We need more innovative solutions to promote gender equality, and we must recognize caregiving roles in leadership. We also dove de...

In this episode, we are looking at exactly how much it costs to be a woman. We are diving into the importance of understanding the financial challenges women face and the need to demand worth and build wealth. If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review and share what you loved on social media! Takeaways Understanding the cost of being a woman is just the start. Now it's time to deman...

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, host Janine Rogan speaks with Amy Diehl, a leading gender equity researcher and author of 'Glass Walls.' They discuss the concept of glass walls versus glass ceilings, the invisible biases women face in the workplace, and the six primary barriers that hinder women's progress. In their conversation, they also touch on the impact of political clim...

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, Fotini Iconomopoulos shares her insights on negotiation, emphasizing that negotiation is a skill used in everyday life, not just in high-stakes situations. She discusses the importance of managing expectations, particularly for women, and how to navigate challenges in negotiation. Fotini highlights the significance of early salary negotiation and offers str...

Welcome back to the pink tax podcast! It's been 4 years since we've hit publish on one of these episodes, and I'm so excited to be back because we have so much to talk about! Tune in every Monday when a new episode drops! Resources Mentioned: The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist Financial Fem...

We can't wait for you to hear what we've been working on! After a 4-year hiatus, The Pink Tax Podcast is back, and we've got a lot to say! Tune in wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts! Episode 1 will be live on November 3rd, with a new episode every Monday!

In this weeks episode Janine and Tara take a look back over four seasons to see just how their views have changed since starting the podcast. What started as a podcast to educate women about money has turned into such a larger conversation around how political women and money are. Tune in to see just how socialistic Janine and Tara have become over the years and why the case for socialism in our w...

This week Tara chatted with Michelle from Native Calgarian about birth alerts, the social and economic impacts of systemic racism in the medical and child “welfare” systems in Canada. We had several technical issues on Tara’s end and didn’t get to speak as long as we would have liked. If this episode is re-traumatizing for any listeners, please engage with Michelle’s book club, TRC.ca, www.mmiwg-f...

This week, Janine and Tara dive in to how climate change disproportionally hurts women’s bank accounts. With the wildfires and the heat dome top of mind summer 2021 has been record breaking. There is no doubt that climate change is a real issue we face as a generation and a planet - but what can we do? There are lots of ways we can help are planet and this episode breaks down different ways to loo...

Janine and Tara has the pleasure of interviewing Fotini Iconompoloulos this week, a negotiations expert. Fotini helps people get what they want, channeling her energy into her passion for the power of forward thinking. To share her strengths with more business leaders, Fotini occasionally return to the classroom as an instructor of MBA Negotiations at the Schulich School of Business at York Univer...

This week Janine and Tara are talking about home ownership. Tara sold her home during the pandemic and Janine is just over 2 years into home ownership. We discuss the new mortgage rules and how they will affect new home owners as well the cost of living in many of Canada’s largest cities. Wealth inequality also drives the increase in home prices with 32% of Canadians owning no property at all, inc...

We are thrilled to share an interview with Dr. Stephanie Kelton, the author of The Deficit Myth and the leading expert of Modern Monetary Theory. Modern Monetary Theory is a new approach to economics that is taking the world by storm Dr. Kelton is considered one of the most important voices influencing the policy debate today. Janine and Tara spend the first 20 minutes of this week’s episode talki...

In this week’s episode Janine and Tara dive into cryptocurrency. Tara and Janine have very different opinions on crypto and what it could be used for. Questions we answer: Could it be used for a currency? Is it safe? Where can you buy it? Is Bitcoin a solution for our banking? What are the ecological impacts? Should you buy Dogecoin?

In this episode we reflect on the 215 lives that were lost at the Kamloops residential school. These children were discovered in a mass grave. In the time since this episode more unmarked graves have been discovered across Canada. We reflect with a 215 second silence to honor each child’s life that was lost and taken from their families. Tara and Janine dive into Canadian currency - and the histor...

Welcome back to season 4! We are so excited to be back for season 4, we have a ton planned, and some amazing guests lined up! This week we are talking about childcare and how insane the cost is. Janine is a new mom of a 6 month old looking at the insane cost she’ll have to add to her household budget as of November. $20,0000 a year is a big big to swallow; six figures by the time your child enters...

Tara and Janine chat about your options after you've deferred your mortgage or if you are looking to negotiate your current terms to get a better rate. Tara has a book recommendation and they both chat about what led them to think about MMT for post-pandemic government spending.

This week Janine and Tara are joined by Lee Stevens from Vibrant Communities Calgary to chat with us about a universal basic income guarantee and how our tax dollars could be put to better use. Lee busts some myths and defines some terms that we've heard recently like means-testing, the difference between a living wage and a minimum wage, and how the poverty line is determined.   Here are lin...