Pink Money
Pink Money Podcast is a financial education show for LGBTQ+ listeners ready to take control of their money — and their future.
Hosted by Jerry Williams, a veteran financial professional and advocate, each episode delivers smart, practical guidance on budgeting, debt, investing, retirement, estate planning, taxes, and legacy-building.
💬 Real money talk — from a queer perspective.
⚠️ Disclaimer: The Pink Money Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It reflects personal opinions and experiences and does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Always seek guidance from a qualified professional regarding your unique situation.
🎵 All music content is credited to the original creators. No copyright ownership is claimed.
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Episodes
43 episodes
EPS 43 - Building Abundance on Your Own Terms – with Gregory True
Jerry welcomes entrepreneur and author Gregory True, whose new book Proud Wealth: Building Abundance on Your Own Terms guides LGBTQ+ listeners through the A-to-Z of personal finance.📚 Get the boo...
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Season 5
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Episode 43
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29:21
EPS 42 - The Truth Behind Life Insurance Quotes and COI
Jerry pulls back the curtain on those nonstop ads for “mortgage protection” and “no-exam” life insurance. He walks through a real-world experiment comparing quotes from Ethos (no medical exam), USAA, and a broker (Big Lou/Pacific Life), showing...
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Season 5
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Episode 42
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38:03
EPS 24 - Pride, Boycotts, and the Business of Backlash: Target, Bud Light & Beyond
Target has been under fire for its Pride displays — from merchandise being ripped down to employees harassed and media voices calling for boycotts. In this episode, unpacks the controversy around Target, Bud Light, and corporate Pride backlash....
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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13:59
EPS 41 - Inflation & Tariffs: What They Really Mean for You
From Jerry explores the real impact of rising prices, inflation, and tariffs—from simple t-shirt math to the historical bread lines of Weimar Germany. He explains how costs trickle down to consumers, why shortages fuel chaos, and how history sh...
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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35:01
EPS 40 - Don’t Put Things Off: Financial Steps to Take Today
From wills to insurance to savings, here are 5 money moves you’ll regret not starting today.
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Season 5
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Episode 40
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25:48
EPS 39 - Life, Death, and LGBTQ+ Resilience: Health, Hate, and the Power of Giving
In this thought-provoking episode of Pink Money, host Jerry Williams dives into the real numbers behind America’s leading causes of death—from smoking and heart disease to suicide and substance abuse—and explores how these realities im...
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Season 5
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Episode 39
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26:37
EPS 38 - The Hidden Cost of Breakups: Protecting Your Money (and Yourself)
In this Pride Month episode of Pink Money, host Jerry Williams reflects on the emotional and financial challenges of breakups—sharing personal stories of how money habits, debt, and resentment can intensify the stress of separation. Je...
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Season 5
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Episode 38
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14:40
EPS 37 - Don’t panic—your 401(k) might just be your best friend: Automatic Enrollment in a 401(k)
In this episode of Pink Money, Jerry Williams tackles a common workplace shock: automatic 401(k) enrollment. When a listener panics after finding their paycheck suddenly smaller, Jerry explains why employers are allowed to do this, how...
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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24:19
EPS 36 – End-of-Year Distribution Planning Don’t let year-end taxes catch you off guard
Jerry talks about EOY distributions from your investment company, what you should start thinking about regarding payouts for dividends and capital gains, along with the current tax rates.
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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7:57
EPS 35 - Using AI to Crush Debt and Build Wealth: My ChatGPT Experiment
In this episode of Pink Money, Jerry Williams shares his surprising experience using ChatGPT as a financial planning tool. From creating a debt payoff strategy in seconds—comparing the “debt avalanche” vs. “debt snowball” methods—to su...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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16:04
EPS 34 – What Is a Dual Eligible Medicare Plan? Medicare made simple—without the sales pitch
In this episode of Pink Money, Jerry Williams cuts through the noise of nonstop commercials about “dual eligible” Medicare plans and explains what’s really going on during open enrollment. He breaks down the difference between Medicare...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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24:24
EPS 33 – Looking for a Man in Finance Because finding Mr. 6’5 Finance Bro isn’t simple math
The viral “Man in Finance” song may be catchy, but what are the real chances of finding a 6’5”, blue-eyed finance guy with a trust fund? In this episode of Pink Money, Jerry Williams crunches the numbers—looking at how rare th...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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26:01
EPS 35 – When Should You Take Social Security? Myths, Math & Money Social Security: more math, less myth
In this episode of Pink Money, Jerry Williams breaks down the confusing—and often overwhelming—decision of when to start taking Social Security. From age 62 to 70, Jerry explains how timing impacts your monthly benefit, why “take it ea...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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26:05
EPS 31 – Issues, Situations, and Challenges Faced by Lesbians Real talk on queer spaces, kind breakups, and keeping each other safe.
Jerry welcomes Dalton and Melina for a candid, funny, and sometimes raw conversation about what many lesbians navigate day-to-day. From being ignored at gay bars and dress-code gatekeeping to why some lesbians feel safer in “straight” spa...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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40:15
EPS 30 - IRS Changes 2024: What’s New and How It Affects Your Taxes
In this episode of The Pink Money Podcast, host Jerry Williams breaks down the IRS’s most recent changes to the tax code — more than 60 adjustments that could affect your 2024 filing. From higher standard deductions and updated tax brackets to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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36:01
EPS 29 – Fees in Financial Products: The Hidden Cost of Money and Why Good Advice Matters
In this episode of the Pink Money Podcast, Jerry Williams, MS-PFP, explores one of the most overlooked aspects of personal finance: the true cost of fees in financial products.From annuities and life insurance to mutual f...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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21:13
EPS 28 — Small Business Succession: Avoiding the Pitfalls
What happens to your business when you’re gone? In this episode, Jerry shares a real-life story of a woman left struggling after her CPA husband passed without a plan in place. From probate headaches to locked accounts, Jerry explains the simpl...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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27:20
EPS 27 — The Truth About Roofs and Insurance Claims Storm-Proof Your Roof: Insurance, Hail, and How to Hire the Right Pro (with Alex from Alexis Roofing)
Austin storms can shred shingles—and your claim—if you don’t know the rules. Jerry talks with Alex of Alexis Roofing (roofer + 20+ year adjuster) about navigating roof damage and insurance without getting shortchanged. You’ll learn:...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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1:02:11
EPS 26 - Umbrella Insurance: Protecting More Than Just Your Home
Sometimes the biggest financial risks aren’t the ones you see coming. In this episode of the Pink Money Podcast, Jerry breaks down why an umbrella policy can be a smart, affordable way to protect your assets beyond the limits of...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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16:10
EPS 25 – Terrible with Money? Start Here: Emergency Funds, Debt, and Building Wealth
Do you ever feel like your money is out of control? Host Jerry Williams dives into what being “terrible with money” really means—and how to fix it with a clear, step-by-step strategy. From setting realistic goals and creating a budget that work...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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24:29
EPS 23 - Dividend Dates Demystified: Ex-Date vs Record Date Made Simple
In this episode of the Pink Money Podcast, Jerry unpacks the confusing world of “X-date.” While the media ties the term to debt ceiling debates, in the investing world it means something very different. Jerry explains the record ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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15:25
EPS 21 - Bond Basics: Credit, Risk, and the U.S. Debt Ceiling
In this episode, Jerry clears up a mix-up from the last release (where the wrong audio played about gold instead of bonds) and dives into the U.S. debt ceiling and how it ties directly into bonds and credit ratings.Jerry explains the deb...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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24:54
EPS 22 - Power of Attorney: Planning Ahead Before It’s Too Late
As parents age — or even in your own life — there comes a point when someone may need help managing financial or health decisions. That’s where a power of attorney (POA) becomes critical.In this episode of the Pink Money Podcast, Jerry ...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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11:34
EPS 20 - Precious Metals 101: Should You Put Gold in Your Retirement?
In this episode, Jerry tackles the ever-present ads urging people to “buy gold for your IRA” and breaks down whether that’s really a good idea. He explains the different ways investors can gain exposure to gold and other precious metals—from ph...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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22:11
EPS 19 - Mortgages Made Simple: FHA, VA, NACA & Beyond
Buying a home can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers. In this episode of the Pink Money Podcast, Jerry is joined by his husband Dalton for a candid conversation about mortgages—what they are, how they work, and what first-time ...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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56:50