Money Well Studio

Money, life, and the occasional cocktail.

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The Guilt Trip: Why We’re Tipping Everyone for Everything

November 9, 2026 • Season 2, Episode 23 • 44 minutes

Julie Black and Jennifer Lowry explore the history, psychology and economics of tipping, from digital tip screens and tip fatigue to workers’ pay and tipping abroad. Cocktail of the episode: Feeling Tipsy.

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Money, Life & the Occasional Cocktail

Money Well Studio is a personal finance podcast for women who want to understand the money decisions that shape real life. Jennifer and Julie talk about college costs, retirement, investing, home buying, careers, relationships, inflation and financial independence, with practical context and usually a cocktail nearby.

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Each Money Well Studio episode comes with a drink pairing. Browse the collection, from Feeling Tipsy and Alex’s Orange-Splash Margarita to Love on the Rocks, the FAFSA Fizz and our older favorites.