We're spotlighting women's wealth in honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month. Join us as we dig into some of the stats surrounding women's financial empowerment. From the rising number of women controlling wealth as they outlive their spouses to tackling stereotypes that hinder women's earning potential, this episode addresses the systemic barriers that impact women's financial journeys.

• [00:00] Women are increasingly managing wealth due to rising life expectancies, career earnings, and control over family finances
• [04:27] Participation in sports builds confidence, teamwork, and leadership. Parents and leaders should encourage girls to stay active in sports
• [07:24] Empower women by sharing domestic responsibilities and reconsidering biases to help reduce poverty
• [10:32] Despite choices for part-time or flexible jobs, women still earn about 8% less than men for the same roles.
• [13:04] Women's earnings and potential often decrease when they become mothers, despite studies showing they are more productive than childless women
• [16:12] Men interrupt women 33% more than they do men, reflecting cultural norms of power and connection in communication
• [19:53] Prioritizing women's education and economic advancement benefits entire communities