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A Better Way to Money

Northwestern Mutual
Financial Planning
Northwestern Mutual
Financial Education
Parenting
Home Buying
Entrepreneurship
Side Hustle
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Retirement
Longevity
Social Security
Health
Aging
401(k)
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Estate Planning
Debt Management
Personal Finance
Financial Therapy
Financial Infidelity

Saving, spending, investing, splurging—money touches everything, and right now it can feel like the world is moving too fast to make a confident move. A Better Way to Money, from Northwestern Mutual, brings in top industry experts to help you cut through the noise, find your financial blind spots, and make moves that actually fit who you are and where you're headed. Because the right time to make ... more

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How is it that we can know exactly what to do with our money, and still not do it? Host Jennifer Borget sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Wendy De La Rosa to shed light on the structural forces that make it so much easier to spend than save—and... more

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The world is changing fast, and your financial life is changing with it.

In Season 3 of A Better Way to Money, host Jennifer Borget and a lineup of renowned experts help you navigate your next several money moves. From AI reshaping careers to evolvi... more

Money isn’t just math, it’s emotions, values, and tough conversations. In this bonus episode, financial therapist Aja Evans and Northwestern Mutual’s Lauren Yoder join host Jennifer to unpack two common money challenges: balancing priorities while ra... more

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Have you ever felt anxious that you’re not living out your life’s purpose... or worried you don’t even know what it is? Jordan Grumet, author of Taking Stock and The Purpose Code, is a hospice physician who left private practice to follow his passion... more

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Recent Guests

Wendy De La Rosa
Behavioral scientist at the Wharton School who studies money behavior
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Episode: The Hidden Forces Crushing Your Money Habits (And How to Fight Back)
Dr. Whitney Casares
Pediatrician, author, and mom who speaks about aligning parenting and finances.
Not affiliated with Northwestern Mutual
Episode: Finding Financial Balance in Parenthood
Dr. Kate Sweeny
Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside
University of California, Riverside
Episode: Why We Worry About Money (And How to Stop)
Kate Northrup
Entrepreneur, coach, and best-selling author focused on financial wellness and aligning values with financial practices.
Author of "Do Less"
Episode: Living Your Best Money Life
Allison Whalen
Founder of Parentaly, an organization focused on creating supportive leave plans for employers and employees
Parentaly
Episode: Taking Parental Leave Without Falling Behind
Jeb Smith
Real estate professional with over 20 years of experience, podcaster, and YouTuber, specializing in housing finance and first-time homebuyer education.
Smith's Real Estate
Episode: The Real Costs (and Benefits) of Buying a Home
Sonya Lutter
Professor at Texas Tech University and Director of the Financial Health and Wellness Program
Texas Tech University
Episode: Understanding Family Money Dynamics
Maddy Dychtwald
Co-founder of Age Wave and author of Ageless Aging, focused on the new retirement
Age Wave
Episode: Planning For The New Retirement
Andrew Weber
Senior Director of Planning Philosophy, Research and Guidance at Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual
Episode: Planning For The New Retirement

Host

Lauren Yoder
Vice President of Product Management at Northwestern Mutual; frequent co-host providing financial planning context and audience--friendly framing.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 293 ratings
  • Fantastic Resource

    This podcast is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to take control of their finances and build a stronger financial future. The topics are practical, timely, and easy to understand — whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to fine-tune your long-term strategy. What I appreciate most is how the podcast breaks down complex financial concepts into real-life advice that’s relatable and actionable. It reflects the organization’s commitment to empowering people with the kno... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amy++
    United States10 months ago
  • Fresh perspective

    I’ve listened to other podcast and this one is pretty good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JW 4theWin
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Advice

    Short but packed with useful information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yazmin C.
    United States10 months ago
  • Great financial advise podcast

    This podcast provides great financial advise from a great company, especially for young adults!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zapepp
    United States10 months ago
  • Great advice

    Great podcast, informative and relatable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AriLok
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners find practical, actionable money tips that actually feel doable.
The host and guests explain concepts in accessible language without jargon.
Guests offer credible expertise and human stories around money.
Shows cover a broad range of timely topics from home buying to parenting finances.

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#132
United States/Business
Apple Podcasts
#83
Philippines/Business

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Money, Meaning and Your Purposeful Life
Q: What did that teach you about living your life more meaningfully?
Jordan highlights that many dying patients express regrets not related to financial accomplishments, but rather personal fulfillment and courage to pursue passions.
Money, Meaning and Your Purposeful Life
Q: What led you to that decision to leave something you've been working on for so long?
Jordan discusses how he initially believed being a doctor would fulfill him, but ultimately he found it unjoyous and realized it stemmed from pursuing someone else's idea of success.
Finding Financial Balance in Parenthood
Q: How can parents define their values and how can that help them in making financial decisions?
Parents can easily define their values by looking through lists and thinking about what matters most, which helps guide their financial priorities.
Finding Financial Balance in Parenthood
Q: What inspired you to start your coaching business?
Dr. Casares experienced burnout as a parent and developed a framework to prioritize what matters in life and help other parents do the same.
Getting Financially Intimate With Your Partner
Q: How should couples handle significant income differences when budgeting?
Couples can treat their income as one shared pot and discuss shared expenses, while also maintaining autonomy over personal spending to ensure fairness and respect in the relationship.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Better Way to Money

What is A Better Way to Money about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Better Way to Money offers practical, consumer-friendly finance conversations with a strong emphasis on family finances, life milestones, and personal values. Episodes frequently feature experts and practitioners who translate complex money topics into actionable steps for couples, parents, homebuyers, and professionals pursuing financial well-being. A notable pattern is pairing Northwestern Mutual representation with guest experts across psychology, parenting, real estate, and wellness, often tying money decisions to life events like marriage, parenthood, and buying a home. The show tends to balance practical budgeting, planning, and debt management with broader questions about purpose, stress, and emotional well-being, making it approac... more

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1. Wendy De La Rosa
2. Dr. Whitney Casares
3. Dr. Kate Sweeny
4. Kate Northrup
5. Allison Whalen
6. Jeb Smith
7. Sonya Lutter
8. Maddy Dychtwald

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