Women have been fighting for equal pay for more than a century, but the gender wage gap is far from old news. It’s still around, and there’s still more to learn about it. What do we need to know to close the gap, once and for all? We talk about the latest research with Lauren Weber, a Wall Street Journal reporter and co-author of a new study about the gender pay gap. In Mailbag, we answer questions about retirement savings benchmarks, and how much you should pay for a financial advisor. In Thrive, how to reduce costs as a wedding guest.

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The Great Resignation won’t be over any time soon. Workers are still leaving their jobs for better opportunities, and companies have to step up to retain talent. There’s no better moment than now to look at managers. What role do they play in workplace culture, and how can they make their companies better? We’re diving into those questions with Jim Edwards, author of “Say Thank You for Everything: The Secrets of Being a Great Manager.” In Mailbag, we talk about the practicalities of filing for divorce, and how to restructure your investment portfolio for retirement. And in Thrive, how much it really costs to own a pet.

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Women face systemic challenges when it comes to negotiations in the workplace, but we also often don’t realize our inner strengths. All of us have the power to be great negotiators, and we don’t have to pretend to be tough while doing it, either. Wharton negotiation professor Mori Taheripour joins us to discuss the misconceptions people have about negotiations, and shows us how we can succeed more by being collaborative and true to ourselves. In Mailbag, we answer questions about creating a nest egg for your child and reopening a divorce case from years ago. And in Thrive, how to make your money last in retirement.

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When we’re shopping for wine, we all want to get the highest-quality bottle that won’t break the bank. But how do we know what to look for? Sommelier Victoria James is here to tell us all of her wine hacks, from which regions offer the greatest steals to how we should pair wine with food for the best experience. Sit back, relax with your own glass, and listen in!

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Investing can feel overwhelming, especially in today’s market — but HerMoney’s got you covered. Tune in to hear about InvestingFixx, an investing club for women led by Jean and Karen Finerman, CEO and co-founder of Metropolitan Capital Advisors. In this special preview episode, Jean and Karen break down how to invest for long-term gains, and what strategies we should use to pick individual stocks. In Mailbag, we answer questions about how to teach investing to your kids, and what to do if you have limited savings at retirement age. In Thrive, how to let go of productivity guilt.

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Sexism in the workplace isn’t always in-your-face. What do you do when discrimination is subtle, but still harmful to your career? We talk about gender-based microaggressions and how companies can create a better work culture with Katie Lacey and Lori Tauber Marcus, authors of “You Should Smile More: How to Dismantle Gender Bias in the Workplace.” In Mailbag, we help a father give financial advice to his daughters, and we offer tips to another listener on negotiating benefits at a new job. In Thrive, how to protect yourself from inflation.

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Working moms are the backbone of our families and the economy, but plenty of moms still feel guilty for focusing on their careers. We talk with Lara Bazelon, a law professor and mom of two kids, about how career-focused women can be great mothers and role models for their children. In Mailbag, Scotty Reiss of A Girls Guide to Cars pops in to answer questions about selling used cars and new electric vehicle credits. And in Thrive, where to recycle your clothes for cash.

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We’re all worried about the market right now, but during times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to take a breath and look at the data. We’re diving deep into the facts and figures driving the economy with Nick Maggiulli, data scientist and author of Just Keep Buying: Proven Ways to Save Money and Build Your Wealth. In Mailbag, we tackle questions on downsizing your home after a divorce, and what to do after receiving an unexpected inheritance. In Thrive, our best tips for holiday shopping during an inflationary period.

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We’re diving into your questions about starting and growing your business—and who better to answer those questions than Amy Errett, founder of Madison Reed and a four-time entrepreneur. Tune in to hear Jean and Amy answer questions about determining how much your business is worth, and saving for retirement while you’re investing in your company. We also talk about the best ways to invest in a friend’s business, and how to hire your first employee.

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Do you know how much your boss earns? What about the coworker sitting right next to you? The answer is probably “no.” Hannah Williams is trying to change that. The influencer and creator of the Salary Transparent Street video series joins us to talk about the benefits of pay transparency and the ways we can incorporate it into our own lives. In Mailbag, we discuss salary negotiation and pivoting careers. In Thrive, how to pick the best pet insurance for your furry friend.

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