Money Well Studio

Money, life, and the occasional cocktail.

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Back to School, on My Own Dime: Grad School Without the Ramen Budget — With Special Guest Alex Black

October 26, 2026 • Season 2, Episode 22 • 24 minutes

Alex Black joins Jennifer and Julie to discuss paying for graduate school, student loans, budgeting beyond tuition and bringing work experience to an MBA. Paired with Alex’s Orange-Splash Margarita.

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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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