In this episode of Banking on Girls, I sit down with Dr. Darla Bishop—author of How to Afford Everything, Madeline’s Money Adventure (for ages 4–8), and How to Afford College and Grad School. Darla brings her signature mix of humor, wisdom, and real talk to help people of all ages build a healthier relationship with money.

From being a doula to a military spouse, healthcare consultant, and now a voice in financial education, Darla shares her own money journey—and how she’s raising her daughter to be money-smart and confident.

We talk about:
💸 Why so many people are afraid to look at their finances
🎓 Smart ways to pay for college and grad school (especially if you have more than one kid heading there!)
👩‍👧 The impact your words have on your child’s money mindset
💡 How to build financial habits that feel good—not guilt-ridden

Resources:

Where to find Darla Bishop: darlabishop.com/social

Darla's free resources:

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In this follow-up to Episode 61, I return with Part 2 of my reflections from the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW69), where I served as a delegate with the FEZANA NGO. This episode dives deep into the intersection of gender, technology, and financial inclusion.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The dangers of AI bias—from credit access to deepfakes targeting women

• Why women must be involved in developing ethical AI frameworks

• Global examples of regions building inclusive AI models (Canada, EU, Singapore)

• What questions we must ask to ensure AI equity

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In this powerful episode of Banking on Girls, I take listeners inside the 69th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women in New York, where I attended as a delegate with the FEZANA NGO.

From Kyrgyzstan to Latin America, the stories shared at the UN revealed a deep and urgent truth: climate change is not just an environmental crisis—it’s an economic and gender justice crisis.

You’ll hear:

• Why microfinance matters more than ever for women in climate-affected regions

• The problems with loan-based aid—and the need for grants and true financial partnerships

• Insights from global leaders like Bridget Burns (WEDO) and Young Hee (Adaptation Fund)

• How programs like Agro-Mujer empower women without land ownership

• Why women and girls must be seen as agents of change, not just aid recipients

🎧 Listen now and stay tuned for Episode 62, where we explore how AI and tech are impacting women and girls globally.