If you’ve ever walked out of a financial conversation feeling talked down to... this episode is for you.

Because here’s the truth no one is saying out loud:

Women aren’t confused about money. They’re just tired of being mansplained to.

In this candid conversation, we’re sharing the real moment that reminded us exactly why The Wealth Collaborative exists and why so many female founders are quietly craving a different kind of financial partnership.

Inside the episode, we unpack:

✨ What “mansplaining” still looks like in modern finance✨ Why traditional advisory relationships often miss the mark for women✨ The emotional intelligence gap in wealth management✨ How to choose an advisor who actually sees the full picture of your life

Because New Money women don’t just want performance reports… they want to feel understood.

Book a free call with our team here!!

Most women don’t struggle with money because they’re bad with numbers.
They struggle because of their relationship with money.

In this episode of The New Money Podcast, Ali sat down with
Nicole Cesa, founder of She Investor, to talk about the missing piece between mindset and strategy: money energetics.

We talked about:
💸Why scarcity can feel “safe” to your brain
💸 How shame around money keeps women stuck
💸Why investing is emotional before it’s mathematical
💸The real reason women underprice themselves
💸Where to start if investing feels overwhelming

If you’ve ever thought:“I make money… so why don’t I feel wealthy?”
This episode is for you.
Wealth is built in belief, behavior, and how safe you feel holding more.

Connect with Nicole Here:

Connect on IG @sheinvestor 

Book a Free Financial Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/nicolecesa/clarity-call

The Speaking of Wealth Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speaking-of-wealth-podcast/id1832370991

Connect with The Wealth Collaborative:

Book an intro call with our team here: thewealthcollaborative.co/contact

In this episode of the New Money Podcast, Ali sits down with Hannah for a candid conversation about motherhood, money, and the seasons of life that matter most.

They explore how becoming a mom reshapes priorities, ambition, and financial decision-making—and why this season is one of the most important times to build clarity around your money.

This is not a conversation about “doing it all perfectly.” It’s about building wealth intentionally while raising kids, navigating changing seasons, and protecting both your family and your future.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What actually changes financially when you have kids—and how to plan for it with clarity

• How to prioritize investing, education, and childcare decisions without guilt

• Why parents should protect their own financial future before funding kids’ accounts

• Estate planning, insurance, and legacy strategies every parent needs in place early

  
  

  If you’re a mom—or becoming one—this episode will help you make smarter, more intentional financial decisions for your family in this season and beyond.

  
  

  Work with The Wealth Collaborative: Book a free 30-minute call here

  
  

From Designer to Industry Leader: How Kara Davis Built a Booked-Out Brand Studio

She’s the creative mind behind our visual identity- the reason people say, “your brand is so you.”

In this special Throwback Tuesday episode, we’re revisiting our conversation with Kara Davis, founder of Amuse Design Studio, to uncover how she:✨ Built a brand studio that consistently books top-tier clients💸 Diversified her income as a creative entrepreneur💡 Created a brand that’s not just beautiful — but profitable

Kara’s not just building brands — she’s building movements. Tune in for a masterclass in creative leadership, sustainable growth, and what it really takes to stand out in a saturated industry.

🎧 Listen now.Find Kara here:📸 Instagram: ⁠@amusedesignstudio⁠🌐 Website: ⁠amusedesignstudio.com⁠

In this episode, we sit down with CFO Dani Engelke—Founder & CEO of Valore Financial—to unpack why so many high-earning women are bringing in strong revenue but still feel stressed, underpaid, and unsure how their business is actually supporting their life.

This is a real conversation about what changes after you hit multiple six or seven figures—and why continuing to chase revenue without mastering your numbers is the fastest way to burn out.

You’ll learn:

• The foundational numbers every founder must know (and why your salary should be the starting point)

• Why reinvesting in more coaching and education often hurts profit instead of helping it

• How to shift from emotional decision-making to financial strategy that actually builds wealth

If you’re heading into 2026 wanting more than just “another good year” and instead want structure, profitability, and long-term wealth, this episode will help you rethink how your business is supposed to work for you, not the other way around.

Connect with Dani on Instagram: @cfodani

Learn more about Valorè Financial here

Most people experience crypto through charts, headlines, and hype, but few understand the policy decisions shaping all of it behind the scenes.

In this episode, Ali sits down with Jenn Rosenthal, Chief Communications Officer at the DeFi Education Fund, to pull back the curtain on the world of crypto + DeFi policy.

They talk about:

• How blockchain creates real financial inclusion

• Why “permissionless finance” is changing global access to money

• What policymakers actually understand (and don’t) about crypto

• How new regulations could impact everyday investors, founders, and builders

• Why software developers are at the center of the policy debate

If you’ve ever wondered how crypto works beyond the price, or how public policy shapes financial innovation, this conversation will open your eyes.

Check out Defi's resources here: https://www.defieducationfund.org/10-things-to-know-about-decentralized-finance/

Defi 101:

https://www.defieducationfund.org/docs/educational/defi-101-readings/

Educational only, not investment advice.

This week on the podcast, we’re throwing it back to one of our most important interviews of 2025 — our conversation with Zara Watson-Young, Trademark Attorney and Co-Founder of Watson & Young Law. 

With so many business owners mapping out their growth plans for 2026, there couldn’t be a better time to revisit this episode. 

Because as you plan to grow, scale, and expand… you also need to protect what you’ve built!

That’s exactly what Zara and her husband, Sean, help business owners do every day. 

Inside the episode, we get into:

⚡️ Why trademarking isn’t just for “big” brands — and how skipping it can cost you more than you think

⚡️ How to legitimize and protect your business in today’s digital economy

⚡️ What it actually takes to build something that can be passed down 

If you’ve ever wondered when, why, or how to protect your brand — this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

Connect with Zara: @watsonandyounglaw

Buy their book on Amazon: Your Intellectual Property Fortress : The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Brand and Business From Copycats 

In this episode, Hannah interviews Ali on all things wedding planning, through a New Money lens.

We’re getting into the real side of planning a wedding: money, strategy, emotions, family dynamics… and yes, even the aesthetic!!

From funding your honeymoon with points, to budgeting in real life (not Pinterest life), to navigating family money conversations and legacy thinking- this episode is for couples who want to start marriage strong, not stressed.

Plus, Ali shares a sneak peek into the wedding aesthetic, personal decisions, and the why behind choosing a church wedding + backyard reception over a ballroom.

✅ We covered:

• Smart budgeting without sacrificing your dream• How we’re paying for our honeymoon with points (no debt required)• Spending according to your values, not expectations

Whether you’re planning a wedding, a business, or your future- let’s build it right.

Book a call here: thewealthcollaborative.co/contact

What happens when you build and sell a SaaS company for a nine-figure exit… and it doesn’t feel like fireworks?

In this episode, Hannah sits down with intuitive money coach and wealth strategist Danielle McKinley to talk about the real side of money: your inherited money story, your nervous system’s capacity to hold wealth, and how to protect what you’re building with tools like life insurance and infinite banking.

In this episode, we cover:

• What a money story is and how it quietly shapes your decisions as a founder
• Why strategy alone isn’t enough if your nervous system isn’t ready for more wealth
• How infinite banking works in simple terms (and when it makes sense to consider it)
• A real client story where a properly structured life insurance policy paid out $800,000 tax free while the client was still alive, kept their business afloat, and protected their long-term wealth plan during a medical crisis

Connect with Danielle:

Instagram: @_lifebydanielle

Grab her free Cash Flow Tracker: SOTU Cash Flow Tracker

Free code for listeners wealthcollab

Life Insurance Consultation: Schedule here

Work with us:

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In this episode, estate planner Shirley Diaz , Esq. shares her personal journey of becoming a mom on her own and how it inspired her to help young families protect their future. She breaks down the exact steps to take before giving birth, when to revisit your estate plan, and how to build generational wealth through trusts and accounts for minors, even if you’re not ultra-wealthy.

You don't want to miss this one!!

Connect with Shirley:

@diazvidaleslaw | diazvidales.com

Need help building wealth for you and your kids? Connect with us here: thewealthcollaborative.co/contact