The Broker's Table

About The Broker's Table

The Broker's Table is where faith, family, and money sit down together. Hosted by real estate broker Esther Jackson-Stowell, each episode is an honest conversation about the money decisions nobody teaches you: real estate, credit, investing, and raising children who understand both stewardship and strategy. Alongside the practical, the show makes room for the harder questions underneath it all, about what you are building, who it is for, and what it costs. Recent episodes cover teaching kids how credit really works, the authorized user strategy for building a child's credit profile early, and the real cost of choosing purpose over the safe path. New episodes every other Thursday. Pull up a chair.

Publisher

Esther Jackson-Stowell

Category

business · religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 May 2026

Latest episode

30 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Oct 2026

   Faith, Tithing, and Wealth | Legacy at the Table Episode 10

   About this episode If wealth is the end goal, it is hollow. But if you see wealth as a tool for purpose, it becomes incredibly powerful. In this week's episode, Esther and Richard discuss one of the most transformative exercises you can do as a family: creating a "Purpose of Wealth" statement. They break down why kids need to understand that the family isn't just paying bills—you are building wealth together for a specific reason. They also share how raising kids with this foundation gives them the ultimate luxury: Options. Whether it's paying for education or joining the military to serve, kids who understand the purpose of wealth make decisions from a place of abundance, not desperation. What this conversation covers: Why wealth without purpose is fragile, but wealth with purpose lasts generations How to sit down with your kids and create a Purpose of Wealth statement Raising kids to make choices from a place of abundance, not desperation Why generosity is the ultimate wealth-building tool Your weekly homework: Discussing family values and finding a cause to give to A line worth keeping: "He is not making decisions from a place of desperation. He's making choices from a position of abundance." Resources mentioned The Family Purpose of Wealth Statement exercise The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth Join The Table community Subscribe + get behind-the-scenes at thebrokerstable.com/community Stay connected Web: thebrokerstable.com Instagram: @thebrokerstable YouTube: @TheBrokersTable

2. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Ownership Is Legacy: Credit, Katrina and Making Your Own Table with LaTasha McDowell | Across the Table

   Everybody has been told to buy a house. LaTasha McDowell, a Realtor with The McDowell Group, Keller Williams Town & Country, says that may not be your dream, and that becoming a homeowner is walking into entrepreneurship. On episode 2 of Across the Table, Esther Jackson-Stowell talks with LaTasha about growing up around real estate in New Orleans, the credit mistakes many of us make, losing everything in Hurricane Katrina, and building a career by teaching first and selling second. In this conversation Credit mistakes, Katrina and starting over A prayer, 30 days and a resignation letter The round table: make your own space and your own table You are your brand The doctor analogy: why buyers need someone to explain it Renting, owning and the costs nobody explains Redlining, a will and protecting your family One practice for this week: know thy score Connect with LaTasha: latashamcdowell.com (https://latashamcdowell.com/?utm_source=thebrokerstable&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=across-the-table-latasha-mcdowell) · Instagram and TikTok @luxliferealtor (https://www.instagram.com/luxliferealtor) · YouTube LuxLife Realtor (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXM0wbywIQIXsvqWLurJHIw) · Book a call with LaTasha (https://latashamcdowell.com/meeting/844771477319445/latasha_mcdowell) Free guide: Know Thy Score, a 7-day homebuyer readiness reset: thebrokerstable.com/free/?g=know-thy-score (https://thebrokerstable.com/free/?g=know-thy-score) (or comment SCORE on our Instagram) The playbook: Ownership Is Legacy, the 16-page homebuyer readiness playbook: thebrokerstable.com/product/ownership-is-legacy-playbook (https://thebrokerstable.com/product/ownership-is-legacy-playbook/) Read the magazine feature: thebrokerstable.com/magazine/latasha-mcdowell (https://thebrokerstable.com/magazine/latasha-mcdowell/) Chapters 00:00 Cold open: buying a house may not be your dream 00:33 Meet LaTasha McDowell 01:24 Before we hit record: I'm the flower 01:51 Growing up around real estate without knowing it 04:29 Mortgage school with her best friend 05:12 Credit mistakes, Katrina and starting over 06:51 A prayer, 30 days and a resignation letter 13:23 There's enough for everyone 17:03 The round table: make your own table 24:30 You are your brand 25:52 The doctor analogy: educating the consumer 28:54 Is homeownership your dream? Renting and owning 31:52 Inspections and the costs nobody explains 41:16 The largest transfer of wealth 43:55 Redlining, a will and protecting family 45:29 One practice this week: know thy score 47:14 Most buyers are three to six months away 49:43 Legacy and closing thoughts Executive Producer: Esther Jackson-Stowell. Produced and edited by The Broker's Table Studio. Want your interview produced like this? thebrokerstable.com/interview-packages (https://thebrokerstable.com/interview-packages/) For education and conversation only; not financial, lending, legal or tax advice. If you believe you experienced housing discrimination, contact HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity at 1-800-669-9777 or hud.gov/fairhousing.

3. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Still Paycheck to Paycheck on $100K? with Kenneth Botwe | Across the Table

   You can make $50,000, $60,000, even $100,000 a year and still live paycheck to paycheck. The problem is not what you make. It is what your income is becoming. On the first episode of Across the Table, our new remote-guest series, Esther Jackson-Stowell sits down with Kenneth Botwe: author of Why You Can't Get Ahead Financially, a former member of the U.S. military and creator of Financial Metabolism. Kenneth grew up in poverty in Ghana, selling kerosene at night and bread in the morning at nine years old to help his mother and two sisters. He met his father for the first time at 15, when he came to America. Today he teaches people how to stop financial leakage and turn the income they already have into real progress. In this conversation The three places every paycheck goes: consumption, debt reduction and growth Financial leakage: the subscriptions, fees and lifestyle creep quietly draining you Esther's one-card "honest account" exercise Kenneth's order: stop the leaks, build an emergency fund, take the 401(k) match, then a Roth IRA Snowball vs. avalanche debt payoff, and why you test every change for three months What financial freedom really means (it is not being rich) Free: The Money Leak Finder, a 7-day illustrated walkthrough built from this episode: thebrokerstable.com/free/?g=money-leak-finder (https://thebrokerstable.com/free/?g=money-leak-finder) (or comment LEAK on our Instagram). Kenneth's free 2-minute Financial Metabolism assessment (his own product): financialmetabolism.com (https://www.financialmetabolism.com) Kenneth's website and book: kennethbotwe.com (https://www.kennethbotwe.com) · YouTube: @KennethBotwe1 (https://www.youtube.com/@KennethBotwe1) Book a 1-on-1 coaching session with Kenneth: kennethbotwe.com/coaching (https://www.kennethbotwe.com/coaching) Go deeper: Plug the Leaks, our 30-day money reset playbook from this conversation: thebrokerstable.com/product/plug-the-leaks-30-day-money-reset-playbook (https://thebrokerstable.com/product/plug-the-leaks-30-day-money-reset-playbook/) · Free tool: Money Leak Finder (https://thebrokerstable.com/tools/money-leak-finder/) Read the magazine feature: thebrokerstable.com/magazine/kenneth-botwe (https://thebrokerstable.com/magazine/kenneth-botwe/) Chapters 0:00 Cold open: six figures, still paycheck to paycheck 0:24 Welcome to Across the Table 3:31 Selling kerosene and bread at nine 7:00 Before the interview: Ghana to America at 15 10:08 Income vs. wealth: where your money really goes 14:55 Financial leakage, explained 18:44 Emergency fund, 401(k) match and Roth IRA 22:27 The top money leaks 24:55 How often to review your finances 29:14 Three steps without earning more 32:37 Inside the Financial Metabolism assessment 36:41 Is your money building strength? 39:45 If this feels out of reach 43:09 One habit to start this week 44:31 Closing thoughts Executive Producer: Esther Jackson-Stowell. Produced and edited by The Broker's Table Studio. Want your interview produced like this? thebrokerstable.com/interview-packages (https://thebrokerstable.com/interview-packages/) For education and conversation only; not individual financial, tax or investment advice.

4. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Real Estate as a Family Strategy | Legacy at the table episode 9

   Esther Jackson-Stowell reveals how real estate can be more than an investment; it is a powerful family strategy for building generational wealth and fostering financial literacy from a young age. At the table Esther outlines how to transform everyday moments into profound lessons in real estate, engaging children in the journey of identifying potential and understanding value. What this conversation covers Cultivating a mindset of opportunity in real estate Involving children in property evaluation and decision-making The five pillars of real estate wealth building Age-appropriate financial conversations for children Connecting neighborhood value to family legacy A line worth keeping Real estate is one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available. Mentioned in this episode The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

5. 

   1 Oct 2026

   The Mistakes Parents Make with Money Education | Legacy at the Table Episode 8

   Many parents, with good intentions, inadvertently teach their children unhelpful lessons about money. Esther Jackson-Stowell shares her own missteps, offering you a path to avoid similar costs. At the table Esther discusses three common mistakes parents make in teaching their children about money, revealing how these errors can undermine a healthy financial legacy. What this conversation covers The hidden cost of shielding children from financial realities Why inconsistency in money rules can be detrimental The importance of allowing children to face consequences How open communication fosters financial understanding Building resilience through managed discomfort A line worth keeping Rescuing them from every consequence just teaches them that consequences don't stick. Mentioned in this episode Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

6. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Starting Businesses Before 18 | Legacy at the Table Episode 7

   Many parents aim to protect their children, but Esther suggests that true preparation involves early engagement. Discover how fostering entrepreneurial spirit in youth can equip your children with invaluable life skills. At the table Esther and her family share candid experiences of their children's early business ventures, revealing how these practical lessons build resilience, financial acumen, and a profound understanding of value in your own family. What this conversation covers Cultivating an environment for young entrepreneurs The unexpected lessons from early business attempts How saying "no" encourages problem-solving The true value of earned money for children Fostering courage and initiative in youth A line worth keeping The goal is actually to develop skills and mindsets that will serve them for life. Mentioned in this episode Naomi's lemonade stand Joseph's dog walking business The children's rock selling venture The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

7. 

   3 Sept 2026

   Teaching Kids How Credit Really Works | Legacy at the table episode 6

   Many adults learn the true cost of credit through expensive mistakes. Esther makes the case for proactive education, equipping your children with a foundational understanding before they ever swipe a card. At the table Esther, joined by her children, demystifies the mechanics of credit scores, the insidious nature of interest, and the critical distinction between debt that builds and debt that depletes. What this conversation covers The five essential factors that determine a credit score The hidden cost of minimum payments on high-interest debt Understanding how interest can destroy or build wealth Differentiating between good debt and bad debt Equipping children to evaluate debt's long-term impact A line worth keeping Interest is a tax on your money, and it will destroy your wealth. Mentioned in this episode Credit scores Payment history Credit utilization Good debt Bad debt Mortgages Car loans The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

8. 

   23 Aug 2026

   Credit Profiles for Kids: The Authorized User Strategy | Legacy at the Table episode 5

   Many young adults begin their financial lives with no credit history, facing hurdles for basic necessities. Esther reveals a powerful, often overlooked strategy to equip your children with a robust credit profile years before they turn eighteen. At the table Esther explains the authorized user strategy, a disciplined approach used by financially savvy families to build generational wealth through early credit establishment. What this conversation covers The mechanics of authorized user accounts Optimal timing for adding children Selecting the right credit cards for the strategy Ethical monitoring of your child's credit Maintaining a flawless payment history A line worth keeping The system just has features, and those who understand the features of the system become the winners. Mentioned in this episode annualcreditreport.com The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

9. 

   9 Aug 2026

   Built Different: Passion, Purpose & The Cost of Sacrifice

   Tenisha Brown's journey from a corporate layoff to building a media empire is a testament to vision, resilience, and the power of purpose. Esther explores the deliberate choices that forged an extraordinary path. At the table Esther sits with Tenisha Brown, founder of Impact Magazine, to discuss how a corporate layoff became the catalyst for building a media empire from the ground up. What this conversation covers The unexpected gift of a corporate layoff Self-funding a vision for over a decade The critical role of research and mentorship Cultivating an abundance mindset in business Building an extraordinary legacy with purpose A line worth keeping Sometimes God has a way to create situations so that it can shift you into your purpose. Mentioned in this episode Tenisha Brown, founder of Impact Magazine Merrill Lynch Darren Morris The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

10. 

    1 Aug 2026

    Raising Daughters with financial literacy | Legacy at the table episode 4

    Esther Jackson-Stowell invites her daughters to the table, sharing a deeply personal conversation about financial independence. She reveals her commitment to equipping them with the knowledge she wished she had earlier. At the table Esther sits with Maya and Naomi, exploring their perspectives on money, freedom, and the practicalities of earning, spending, and saving. They discuss the importance of financial literacy from a young age. What this conversation covers Cultivating financial independence in young women The meaning of money from a child's perspective Navigating spending with friends and managing earned income Understanding taxes and community contributions Breaking gender stereotypes around money and math A line worth keeping Financial literacy gives women options, and options mean freedom. Mentioned in this episode Maya Naomi Taxes and Social Security The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

11. 

    23 Jul 2026

    The Not So Secret Lives of Real Mormon Wives

    The media often sensationalizes faith communities, focusing on outliers. Esther and Emily Clark discuss their project to present an authentic narrative of Mormon women, challenging prevalent misrepresentations. At the table Esther and Emily Clark revisit the genesis of their book and documentary, "The Not So Secret Lives of Real Mormon Wives," born from a desire to counter media stereotypes. What this conversation covers Challenging media's sensationalized portrayals The authentic lives of Mormon women Structuring vulnerable, honest narratives The cathartic experience of sharing stories Balancing sacredness with candid truths A line worth keeping Perhaps that is their perspective and their truth. But we also want the world to also know other people's truth. Mentioned in this episode Emily Clark The Not So Secret Lives of Real Mormon Wives Women in Christ Cedar Fort The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

12. 

    16 Jul 2026

    How to Teach Kids Money, Credit & Chores (Without Being Annoying) | Legacy at the Table Episode 3

    Esther Jackson-Stowell invites her sons, Joseph and Gabe, to The Broker's Table. They offer a candid, unvarnished perspective on growing up with intentional financial education. At the table Esther and her sons explore the practicalities and challenges of teaching financial literacy, credit, and the value of work within a family. What this conversation covers Children's earliest entrepreneurial ventures The distinction between "chores" and "life skills" Demystifying credit scores for young adults Navigating the "every conversation is a lesson" dynamic Preparing children for financial independence A line worth keeping Sometimes it feels like every conversation we have becomes a lesson. Mentioned in this episode Joseph Jackson-Stowell Gabriel Jackson-Stowell The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

13. 

    9 Jul 2026

    Friendships: Blessings, Boundaries, and Betrayal, the real talk they don't post online

    Some of the most honest conversations happen after the guests think the recording has stopped. This one we kept rolling. Esther Jackson-Stowell sits with Megan Pyrah and Megan Alsup for the talk about friendship that rarely makes it online: the blessing of being truly known, the boundaries that keep a friendship healthy, and what it actually costs when trust is broken. At the table Two friends, one host, and a subject most people only handle in whispers. Megan Pyrah and Megan Alsup join Esther to talk about the friendships that shape a woman's life, and the ones that quietly break her heart. What this conversation covers Why the friendships that carried you into adulthood are not always the ones meant to carry you through it Telling the difference between a season ending and a relationship failing Holding a boundary without losing the warmth that made the friendship matter What betrayal teaches you, and how to rebuild without becoming guarded The quiet work of choosing friends who want to grow, not just gather A line worth keeping Real friendship is not the absence of conflict. It is the presence of people who stay honest through it. Mentioned in this episode Guest voices, Megan Pyrah and Megan Alsup The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

14. 

    29 Jun 2026

    Why Silence is Ruining Your Kids' Financial Future | Legacy at the Table Episode 2

    Most parents believe they are protecting their children by keeping money quiet. Esther makes the case that the silence is the very thing setting them up to struggle. This is a clear, unflinching look at how financial silence gets passed down, and how to break it without passing down the fear too. At the table Esther unpacks the quiet inheritance almost no one talks about: the money silence handed from one generation to the next. She names the fears that keep families quiet, and offers a warmer, more honest way to raise children who understand money instead of just worrying about it. What this conversation covers Why good intentions to protect kids from money stress often backfire The three conversation killers, starting with shame How children fill a silence with assumptions worse than the truth Turning everyday moments into real financial lessons Giving your kids context instead of anxiety A line worth keeping Our parents thought they were protecting us by not talking about money. But good intentions do not equal good outcomes. Mentioned in this episode Legacy at the Table, Episode One, where the season begins The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

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    25 Jun 2026

    Dreams Wrapped in a Korowai of Love

    A story that spans continents and the quiet ways a calling finds you. This conversation follows a woman whose prophetic dreams pulled her toward a work she never went looking for, and the cultural and spiritual mantle, the korowai, that parents hand to their children as the foundation for everything that follows. At the table Esther welcomes a guest whose obedience to a dream became a mission across cultures. They talk about the korowai as a symbol of love and inheritance, the courage it takes to act on something you cannot fully explain, and how faith turns a private conviction into work that serves other people. What this conversation covers What a korowai represents, and why inheritance is spiritual before it is financial Acting on a calling when you are an outsider with no obvious platform The line between a fleeting idea and a conviction worth building your life around Serving communities and schools without waiting to feel qualified Passing a mantle of faith and purpose to the next generation A line worth keeping I am not well connected. I am not even from this country. Who am I to come in and say this is what needs to happen? Mentioned in this episode The korowai, a woven cloak of honor and belonging The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

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    19 Jun 2026

    Legacy at the Table | Episode 1 | Why We're Building Generational Wealth as a Family

    This is where the second season begins, and it is different from anything the show has done before. Esther and Dr. Rich Stowell pull up extra chairs and invite you into the real work of building generational wealth as a family. Real numbers, real mistakes, real wins, and children in the room for all of it. At the table Esther and Rich open Legacy at the Table, a season built around one question: how do you actually build wealth that outlives you, with your family involved rather than protected from it? This is not a finance lecture. It is a family showing its work. What this conversation covers Why generational wealth is a family practice, not a private spreadsheet The money messages we inherit, and the ones we choose to pass on Building with your children in the room instead of shielding them from it Faith and stewardship as the foundation, not an afterthought What the season ahead will cover, and why the process is the lesson A line worth keeping This is not another finance podcast where an expert tells you to skip the lattes and you will be a millionaire. Mentioned in this episode Legacy at the Table, the season built around real family wealth-building The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

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    2 May 2026

    Mission First: Dr. Rich Stowell on the Warrior Ethos, Marriage, and Raising Kids with Purpose

    Before there was a podcast, there was a marriage that had to learn how to lead. Esther Jackson-Stowell sits down with her husband, Dr. Rich Stowell, for a foundational conversation on mission-driven leadership, military discipline, and the quiet work of building a family that outlasts the two of you. At the table Dr. Rich Stowell holds a PhD in Communications, served as a first sergeant in the Army, and directs communications for a Utah school district. Here he trades the podium for the kitchen table and talks about the Warrior Ethos, marriage across cultures, and what it means to raise children on purpose rather than by accident. What this conversation covers The four lines of the Warrior Ethos, and how a soldier's creed translates to a home Leading a family the way you lead people you are responsible for, not the way the world expects Building an interracial family without letting anyone else write your story Discipline as an act of love, not control The difference between reacting to life and running toward a mission A line worth keeping We are not really concerned with what the world is doing. It is what is best for us, our family, and the people who love us. Mentioned in this episode The Warrior Ethos and the Soldier's Creed The Broker's Table community, for women building faith, family, and lasting wealth The Broker's Table is hosted by Esther Jackson-Stowell. New conversations on faith, family, and the kind of wealth that outlives you.

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