Show overview
Savvy Women Talk Money has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 107 episodes. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 11 min and 15 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 31 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 39 episodes published. Published by Catherine Magaña.
From the publisher
You've spent a lifetime using your strengths as a woman to make smart decisions about life. Isn't it time to apply those same strengths to making financial decisions and investing? Listen in and learn how to apply your natural strengths as a woman to managing your finances and investing so you can accomplish more with your money. Without giving up lattes, wine or mani-pedis. Hosted by Catherine Magaña, CFP® & Rachel Ivanovich, EA, MBA Savvy Women Wealth Management is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor
Latest Episodes
View all 107 episodesWhy Millionaires Still Question If Their Money Will Last
When Your Paycheck Stops At Retirement, What Replaces It?
You Need A Retirement Income Plan, Not A Rule!
Should A Conversation Ever Become An Investment decision?
The Costly Mistake Of Missing Your Employer Match
Are You Following A Plan Or The Crowd?
How Smart Investors Decide If An IPO Is Worth Buying
When Does An IPO Actually Become A Good Investment?
The Hidden Cost Of Passing Down A Family Home
How To Make Travel A Meaningful Part Of Retirement Before It's Too Late
How Long Will Your Retirement Money Really Last?
NSOs And The Planning Advantage Most People Never Discover
What Affluent Women Need To Understand About Risk!
Understanding Non-Qualified Stock Options vs Incentive Stock Options And How Promotions Impact Taxes
What Is Diversification And Why Portfolios Need It!
Hidden Cost Of Waiting And Timing Your Non Qualified Stock Options!
What Is A Mutual Fund And When Should You Actually Use One?
What Is A Bond And How Does It Create Income?
S2 Ep 85What Is A Stock And How It Really Works
What if the thing most investors own… is the thing they understand the least? In this Savvy Women Talk Money episode, Catherine and Rachel break down one of the most fundamental building blocks of investing: stocks—and why understanding them can completely change how you react to the market. Inside this episode: What a stock really represents (hint: it's ownership, not a ticker symbol) Why thinking like a business owner can transform your investing mindset The two ways stocks create wealth: growth and income What history shows about market corrections—and why panic often backfires The real reasons stocks move (and why headlines don't tell the full story) Common mistakes investors make—like emotional decisions and overconcentration How stocks fit into a larger, well-designed financial strategy The key takeaway? Price is not the same as value—and short-term movement doesn't equal long-term meaning. Because when you truly understand what you own, you make better, more confident decisions—no matter what the market is doing. Click on the following link to schedule a free consultation. https://savvyup.com/consultation/ Date Recorded 4/02/26 Disclosure: Savvy Women Wealth Management is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor The opinions expressed in this program are for general informational purposes only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual or on any specific security. It is only intended to provide education about the financial industry. To determine which investments may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to investing. Any past performance discussed during this program is no guarantee of future results. Any indices referenced for comparison are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly. As always please remember investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital; please seek advice from a licensed professional. Tax considerations presented may not be appropriate every individual circumstance. A tax professional should be consulted before making any decisions about your tax liability. savvyup.com | 760.692.5700
S2 Ep 84Stock Options In A New Job: What Most People Get Wrong And How To Get It Right
Stock options can feel like a reward… until tax season tells a different story. In this episode of the Savvy Series, Catherine and Rachel break down what stock options and RSUs really mean for your financial life—and why so many high earners get caught off guard. From hidden tax traps to costly planning mistakes, this conversation uncovers what most people don't realize until it's too late. Inside this episode: The key differences between ISOs, NSOs, and RSUs—and why it matters How the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) can create "phantom income" Why employer withholding is often not enough (and what to do instead) The risk of paying taxes twice if your strategy isn't coordinated How concentration in company stock can quietly increase your risk Smart timing strategies for exercising options and managing tax brackets The big takeaway: equity compensation isn't just a bonus—it's a planning opportunity. And without the right strategy, it can turn into an expensive surprise. If your compensation includes stock, this is a must-listen before you make your next move. Click on the following link to schedule a free consultation. https://savvyup.com/consultation/ Date Recorded 3/26/26 Disclosure: Savvy Women Wealth Management is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor The opinions expressed in this program are for general informational purposes only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual or on any specific security. It is only intended to provide education about the financial industry. To determine which investments may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to investing. Any past performance discussed during this program is no guarantee of future results. Any indices referenced for comparison are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly. As always please remember investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital; please seek advice from a licensed professional. Tax considerations presented may not be appropriate every individual circumstance. A tax professional should be consulted before making any decisions about your tax liability. savvyup.com | 760.692.5700