Money Well Studio

About Money Well Studio

Where smart women sip, laugh, and get financially savvy. Welcome to Money Well Studio—the podcast where money talk is anything but boring. Hosted by Jennifer and Julie, two women who know their way around a spreadsheet and a cocktail menu, we dive into what it really takes to build financial confidence, independence, and well-being—especially for women. From the gender wealth gap to financial date nights, from confidence crushers to credit scores, you’ll get real talk, surprising stats, actionable tips, and maybe even a cocktail recipe to toast your financial rise.

Publisher

MoneyWellStudio

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

22 Mar 2025

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Paying to Suffer: The Strange Economics of Marathons with Special Guest Steve Sisson

   Running is supposed to be the cheap sport. So how did we end up with expensive shoes, destination-race weekends, and a credit card bill that needs its own recovery plan? This week on Money Well Studio, Jennifer and Julie welcome running coach legend, Steve Sisson of Telos Running, to unpack the economics of marathons—and the even stranger psychology of people who keep signing up for them. We follow the money from carbon-plated shoes and race entries to hotel rooms, road closures, charity fundraising, and the finish-line beer tent. Steve explains why runners happily pay for the privilege of suffering, how a race bib becomes permission to travel, and why reducing months of training to a single finish time can rob us of the best part of running. Along the way, British royalty gets blamed for the final miserable 0.2 miles, Jennifer makes the case for bacon and mimosas at mile nine, and Steve delivers a spectacularly unfavorable review of our featured beverage, Michelob Ultra. Come for the marathon math. Stay for the reminder that the return on all those miles might be a bigger life, rather than a faster time. Hear more from Steve—and work with him Coaching: Explore Telos Running’s training programs (https://www.telosrunning.com/training-programs?utm_source=chatgpt.com) for Austin training and online coaching, or individual consultations (https://www.telosrunning.com/consulting?utm_source=chatgpt.com) for help with training, race preparation, mental skills, and self-coaching. Contact Steve at sisson@telosrunning.com (mailto:sisson@telosrunning.com).  (https://www.telosrunning.com/training-programs?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Coach Sisson Podcasts: oyo.run (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oyo-run/id1886524280?utm_source=chatgpt.com): Steve’s current project, focused on taking ownership of your running—even when you have a coach. OYO means “on your own.” Running on Purpose (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/running-on-purpose/id1478453485?utm_source=chatgpt.com): Explore the archive for the physical, mental, and philosophical dimensions of running. Keep Going (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-going/id1653460958?utm_source=chatgpt.com): Steve and shoe designer Michael Krajicek’s candid conversations about running and life. The archive’s transition announcement directs listeners to oyo.run. Running Rogue (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/running-rogue/id1191355791?utm_source=chatgpt.com): Head to episodes 1–100 to hear Steve co-hosting with Chris McClung. The show continues with Chris.

2. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Before You Fund That 529: College Funding Hacks, AI, and the Value of a Degree with Special Guest Javid Jamae (The College Series, Episode 2)

   How much should parents actually save for college? Is a 529 always the smartest place to put the money? And in a world being reshaped by artificial intelligence, how should families think about what a degree is actually worth? In this episode of Money Well Studio, Jennifer Lowry and Julie Black are joined by Javid Jamae, entrepreneur, software engineer, growth engineering leader, and father of five for a wide-ranging conversation about the economics of college and the choices families face long before the first tuition bill arrives. Javid shares how he financed his own education through student loans, internships, co-ops, work, and a creative townhouse rental arrangement, and why he is approaching college funding differently with his own children. The conversation moves from 529 plans and taxable investment accounts to college budgets, career experience, generational wealth, and the increasingly difficult question of how much families should invest in a traditional four-year degree when technology is changing the labor market so quickly. There is no single formula for paying for college. But there are a lot of trade-offs worth understanding before deciding where to put the money. Jennifer, Julie, and Javid discuss: The 529 question. 529 plans offer significant tax advantages when funds are used for qualified education expenses, but flexibility, investment options, timing, and individual family circumstances can affect whether they are the preferred savings vehicle. Why starting age matters. Age-based 529 portfolios generally become more conservative as a beneficiary approaches college. That can help protect money needed soon, but families beginning to save later may have less time to benefit from long-term equity growth. 529s versus taxable investment accounts. A regular brokerage account lacks the education-specific tax benefits of a 529 but generally offers greater flexibility in how and when the money can ultimately be used. Setting a college budget instead of writing a blank check. Some families choose to establish a defined amount they are willing to contribute and allow the student to weigh choices involving school, housing, scholarships, loans, and work within that framework. Generational wealth and financial independence. Helping children financially can expand their opportunities. The harder question is how to provide meaningful support while still giving them ownership over their choices, careers, and financial lives. Javid Jamae joins Money Well Studio to bring both a personal and professional perspective to the college conversation. Javid is an entrepreneur, software engineer, and growth engineering leader whose work focuses on experimentation, product growth, and helping companies make better decisions with data. His career has included leadership work in software and growth engineering, and his perspective on technology gives the conversation an especially relevant angle as families try to understand how AI and a changing labor market may affect the future value of different degrees, skills, and career paths. A huge thank-you to Javid Jamae for joining us and sharing such a candid perspective on college, money, work, parenting, technology, and what it means to prepare kids for an economy that may look very different from the one their parents entered. Learn more about Javid and his work at javidjamae.com (https://javidjamae.com/). Keywords College funding, college savings, 529 plans, paying for college, cost of college, college ROI, student loans, taxable brokerage accounts, financial aid, co-op programs, internships, higher education, generational wealth, investing for children, parenting and money, financial planning, financial literacy, artificial intelligence, AI and careers, future of work, career planning, family finance

3. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Wedded Bliss: What Happens to Yours When It Becomes Ours? With Special Guest and Family Law Attorney Kayvon Rashidi

   You already have a prenup. The question is whether you chose the terms. This episode is Part 2 of our conversation on prenuptial agreements. In our original episode, we explored the basics of prenups and why they can matter. This time, Jennifer and Julie go deeper with special guest, family law attorney and mediator Kayvon Rashidi. Kayvon explains who should consider a prenup, what a prenup can and cannot do, and when couples should start talking about money and financial expectations. They also discuss second marriages, children from previous relationships, business ownership, future business growth, inheritance, postnuptial agreements, wills, trusts, and what happens if you move to another state after signing a prenup. One of Kayvon’s biggest points is that prenups are not just for the ultra-wealthy. They can be especially relevant for people who own businesses or real estate, expect an inheritance, have children from a previous relationship, or simply want more clarity around financial expectations before marriage. The conversation also explores why each person should have their own attorney, the importance of financial disclosure, and why these discussions should happen well before the wedding. Meet Kayvon Rashidi Kayvon Rashidi is a board-certified family law attorney and mediator based in Austin, Texas. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law. Kayvon focuses exclusively on family law, representing clients in matters that include complex property division, high-conflict custody cases, marital property agreements, appeals, protective orders, and adoptions. He also serves as a mediator, helping families work toward creative settlements outside of trial when possible. His work has earned significant recognition. Kayvon has been selected to the Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars list every year from 2019 through 2026, was named to Austin Monthly’s Top Lawyers list, and in 2026 was selected as an Austin Under 40 finalist in the Legal category. Kayvon is also active in the Austin legal community and has held leadership roles with organizations including the Austin Young Lawyers Association, the National Association of Divorce Professionals, and the Iranian American Bar Association Foundation. In our conversation, Kayvon brings a practical and straightforward perspective to prenups, postnups, property, inheritance, and the financial decisions couples should think through before marriage. To learn more about Kayvon or contact him through his firm, visit PKR Family Law – Kayvon Rashidi: https://www.pkrfamilylaw.com/attorney/rashidi-kayvon/ Cocktail of the Episode: Love on the Rocks A refreshing tequila cocktail featured in the episode. Ingredients • 2 oz tequila • 1 oz fresh lime juice • Tonic water • Ice • Optional Tajín or salt for the rim Instructions 1. Fill a glass with ice. 2. Add tequila and fresh lime juice. 3. Top with tonic water. 4. Stir gently. 5. Add Tajín or salt to the rim, if desired. The Takeaway A prenup is not necessarily a prediction that a marriage will fail. It can be a way for couples to talk openly about money, ownership, inheritance, businesses, children, and the financial expectations they are bringing into a marriage. Disclaimer: This episode is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 36 / 100

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Engagement

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