HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

As we head into a new year and set goals for our health, wealth, and happiness, there’s one powerful factor that’s often overlooked: social connection. In this episode, Jean Chatzky sits down with Ken Stern, longevity expert and author of the new book Healthy to 100: How Strong Social Ties Lead to Long Lives, to explore how the loneliness epidemic is quietly threatening both our health and our finances, and what we can do about it. Whether you're nearing retirement, navigating your second act, or just looking to improve your healthspan (not just lifespan!), this conversation is packed with practical tips on: How to build meaningful relationships without overspending Why third places (not home or work) are essential to healthy aging What other countries are doing right when it comes to retirement and lifelong learning How women, in particular, can fight isolation and plan for long, vibrant lives 📚 Resources: Get Ken Stern’s new book: Healthy to 100: How Strong Social Ties Lead to Long Lives Listen to Ken’s podcast: Century Lives by the Stanford Center on Longevity Join the HerMoney Community for more conversations like this 💬 Like what you hear? Please leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts: it helps more women find the show and join the conversation about living richer, bolder, more connected lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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When bestselling author and podcast host Jen Hatmaker’s 26-year marriage imploded, she realized something shocking: even though she was the breadwinner, she had no idea how much money she made… or how to access it. In this deeply honest and empowering conversation, Jen sits down with Jean Chatzky to discuss her financial “wake-up” — how she went from completely disconnected to financially independent after divorce. Together, they unpack how faith, purity culture, and traditional gender roles shaped her relationship with money, and how she ultimately took back control. What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Why she went to an attorney, not a therapist, after finding out about her husband’s affair The cultural and religious beliefs that kept her from managing her money Jen’s 90-day crash course to financial independence (and the exact checklist she followed) How friendships and solo travel helped her heal emotionally and financially Her evolving relationship with spirituality after stepping away from church Jen’s advice for women who feel they’re “late” to their own financial lives Resources & Links: Jen Hatmaker’s memoir: AWAKE Jen’s podcast: For The Love Follow Jen on Instagram More financial tips and support: HerMoney.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend who needs to hear it. Subscribe for more stories of reinvention, resilience, and taking control of your financial future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices