The podcast where women, money and power meet. Closing the gender wealth gap.
Should your gender determine your pay packet? It shouldn’t, yet economic inequity remains a stark reality worldwide. Women consistently earn less over their lifetimes despite their unpaid labour that drives our economies being worth far more. Based in Australia with a global perspective, Feminist Money is here to help that reality fade into history.
We dive into the intersections of finance, gender, and power. Through international insights, practical financial topics and unfiltered conversations, we examine the structural barriers holding women back and provide the tools to build real financial security.
If you don’t believe your gender should determine the money in your pocket, you’re in the right place. Tune in to challenge outdated money rules, claim your independence, and join the movement.
Feminist Analysis: The Cost of Kids & Midlife Money Lessons with Deborah Meaden
In this episode of Feminist Money, we explore the rising cost of parenthood, the financial realities of grey divorce and what Deborah Meaden has to say about money, confidence, independence and making the most of midlife. Because major life transitions can have a lasting impact on women’s financial futures, from earning potential and retirement security to financial confidence and independence.
The Rising Cost of Parenthood
Raising two or more children in Australia now costs at least $36,500 a year, while the cost of running a family home has risen 134% over two decades.
We explore how the cost of raising children and the impact of parenthood on women’s earnings can affect long-term financial security.
The Financial Reality of Grey Divorce
When couples divorce later in life, one retirement can suddenly need to become two, changing the financial outlook for both partners.
We explore retirement savings, financial independence and the potential long-term financial implications of grey divorce for women.
Money Confidence and Life Lessons from Deborah Meaden
Dragons’ Den star Deborah Meaden shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey, financial literacy, personal finance and overcoming imposter syndrome.
We also explore investing, independence, relationships, being childfree, climate activism and making the most of life in midlife.
Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au.
About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.
20 Sept 2026
From Awareness to Advocacy: The Fight Against Domestic Violence and Economic Abuse
Discover how money and technology can be used as tools of domestic violence, hear from experts working on the frontline, and learn how you can support survivors and become an advocate for change. Domestic violence isn't always physical or visible; economic control, financial dependence and technology can all be used to exert power over someone experiencing abuse.
In this episode, we bring together highlights from last year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, exploring four important aspects of domestic violence and what we can do to create change.
Economic Abuse: Money can be a powerful tool of control. We explore what economic abuse looks like, how it can affect a person’s independence and wellbeing, and why recognising it is an important part of understanding domestic violence.
Frontline Services: What happens when someone experiencing domestic violence reaches out for help? Experts working on the frontline share insights into the challenges faced by victim-survivors and the role that services can play in providing support and pathways to safety.
Technology & Digital Abuse: From monitoring devices and accounts to controlling access to technology, digital tools can be used to exert power and control. We explore technology-facilitated abuse and why digital safety needs to be part of conversations about domestic violence.
Becoming an Advocate for Change: Awareness is an important first step, but what can we do next? We explore how individuals and communities can support victim-survivors, challenge the attitudes and behaviours that enable gender-based violence, and advocate for change.
16 Days of Activism: This episode brings together highlights from 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, an annual global campaign running from 25 November to 10 December. We revisit key conversations from the campaign to better understand domestic violence, the different forms abuse can take, and how we can contribute to change.
16 Sept 2026
Debt Help: What Financial Counsellors Want You to Know
In this episode of Feminist Money, we unpack the issue of debt and financial counselling as a support service to help you manage debt, with Deb Shroot, from Financial Counselling Australia.
Debt can happen through everyday life events and unexpected financial pressures
A big unexpected bill, losing a job, a relationship ending, rising living costs or using credit to get by can all lead to debt.
We talk about how people can end up in debt and how it can build over time.
Financial counselling can provide practical support when debt becomes overwhelming
Financial counselling can help people understand their financial situation, explore available options and make informed decisions about managing debt.
Getting professional, confidential support can make it easier to navigate financial stress and take the first steps towards debt help.
Getting out of debt starts with taking the first step
Getting out of debt doesn’t happen overnight, and the way forward will look different for everyone.
We talk about where to start, what getting out of debt can involve and how getting some support can make the process feel less overwhelming.
We explore common debt scenarios across different areas of everyday life.
Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au.
About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.
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