Save Rent by Living with Nuns, Missing Pension Funds and the Trillionaire Question

Relationships & Money: Taylor Swift Wedding, Prenups, Bridesmaid Costs & No-Gift Weddings Trend

Skip ahead to: (2:27) Taylor Swift's Billion-Dollar Love Story & The Prenup Question (13:41) Why Taylor Swift Reportedly Skipped Bridesmaids amid rising Bridesmaid Duty Debt (18:45) Taylor Swift's No-Gift Wedding & The Changing Rules of Wedding Presents Taylor Swift's wedding has everyone talking and not just because she's one of the biggest stars on the planet. Whether you're a Swiftie, planning your own wedding, or simply curious about the money behind one of the world's most talked-about couples, this episode explores the financial lessons hidden behind the celebrity headlines. We're breaking down what Taylor Swift's wedding can teach us about protecting wealth, managing wedding expectations and why some traditions are being left behind. In this episode focused on Relationships & Money, we unpack: * Taylor Swift's Billion-Dollar Love Story & The Prenup Question: Taylor once sang she'd marry with "paper rings," but with a billionaire fortune, protecting her assets is a very different story. We unpack why a prenup would likely be essential, why the public is so invested in her wedding, and what couples can learn from the way high-net-worth relationships handle money. * Why Taylor Swift Reportedly Skipped Bridesmaids: Despite having an A-list circle of celebrity friends, Taylor reportedly chose not to have bridesmaids. We explore why that decision is resonating with so many people, alongside the growing trend of bridesmaids going into debt to pay for dresses, hen's weekends, travel and beauty costs. * Taylor Swift's No-Gift Wedding & The Changing Rules of Wedding Presents: Reports suggest Taylor and Travis are embracing a no-gift approach, reflecting a wider shift away from traditional wedding registries. We discuss why more couples are asking guests to simply celebrate with them instead of bringing presents, and what this says about the future of weddings. (2.27) Taylor Swift's Billion-Dollar Love Story & The Prenup Question * How Taylor Swift’s Wedding Could Easily Top $20 Million [https://www.forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2026/07/02/how-taylor-swifts-wedding-could-easily-top-20-million/], Forbes, 2 July 2026 * Taylor Swift’s ‘royal wedding’ was a lesson in media mastery [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-05/taylor-swifts-wedding-a-lesson-in-media-mastery/106879956], ABC News, 4 July 2026 * Taylor Swift is worth around $1.9 billion more than Travis Kelce — here’s what their prenup might look like [https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/taylor-swift-net-worth-travis-kelce-b3008330.html], The Independent, 3 July 2026 * Venice protesters claim victory as Jeff Bezos changes wedding venue [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0vjr07570o], BBC News, 25 June 2025 * Warehouse workers' 'blood, sweat and tears' fuelling Amazon's speed 'obsession' [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12-17/amazon-senate-committee-investigation/104735114], investigation finds, ABC News, 17 December 2024 (13.41) Why Taylor Swift Reportedly Skipped Bridesmaids amid rising Bridesmaid Duty Debt * In Debt From A Bachelorette? 38% Of Americans 45 And Younger Are, Too [https://www.forbes.com/sites/melissakravitz/2026/06/23/in-debt-from-a-bachelorette-38-of-americans-45-and-younger-are-too/], Forbes, 23 June 2026 * Who Taylor Swift Chose as Her Sole Man of Honor in Lieu of Bridesmaids [https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a71820885/taylor-swift-no-bridesmaids-man-of-honor-austin-swift/], ELLE, 4 July 2026 * Bridesmaid Inflation [https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/10/bridesmaid-inflation-weddings-brides-finances/684668/], The Atlantic, 24 October 2025 * ‘I did the right thing’: Why women are saying no to being a bridesmaid [https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/turn-down-bridesmaid-wedding-hen-do-bride-b3006039.html], The Independent, 3 July 2026 * Five rules to follow if you’re asked to be part of a pricey wedding [https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/06/27/five-rules-follow-if-youre-asked-be-part-pricey-wedding/], The Washington Post, 27 June 2026 * Bridesmaids are rethinking weddings as costs soar, with many spending nearly $5K — and going into debt [https://nypost.com/2025/12/29/lifestyle/bridesmaids-rethink-weddings-as-costs-soar-with-many-spending-nearly-5k-and-going-into-debt/], New York Post, 29 December 2025 (18.45) Taylor Swift's No-Gift Wedding & The Changing Rules of Wedding Presents * No-gift policy for Taylor Swift, but how much should you give at a wedding [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78yj9p0m91o], BBC News, 3 July 2026 * What Do You Buy Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce? Apparently Nothing [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-wedding-gifts-1236636499/], The Hollywood Reporter, 3 July 2026 * Taylor Swift’s unusual wedding gift rule ignites etiquette debate: 'Honor their wishes' [https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/taylor-swifts-unusual-wedding-gift-rule-ignites-etiquette-debate-honor-wishes], FOX News, 27 June 2026 Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au. About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.

Tiny Homes, Housework and the Manosphere

In this episode, we unpack: * Tiny Homes for Women: A groundbreaking Australian initiative is helping women experiencing homelessness become tiny home owners through an affordable ownership model. We discuss why older women are one of the fastest-growing groups facing housing insecurity and whether tiny homes could offer a long-term solution. * Women Who Earn More Still Do More Housework: New research reveals that women who out-earn their partners often continue to do a greater share of unpaid housework. We unpack the gender norms, relationship dynamics and economic factors driving this persistent domestic labour gap. * The Business of the Manosphere: The manosphere has grown into a highly profitable online ecosystem built around masculinity, self-improvement and influencer culture. We examine how creators monetise these communities and the wider social impact of this rapidly expanding industry. Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au. About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.

Naomi Campbell Charity Headache, Women's Budget Battle & the Economic Power of Nuns

In this episode, we unpack: * Women’s Budget Statement Under Fire: A heated debate has erupted over Australia’s Women’s Budget Statement after critics labelled it "ideological nonsense." We examine what gender-responsive budgeting actually is, why supporters argue it remains necessary, and whether economic policy can ever be truly gender-neutral. We also explore the broader conversation around inequality, unpaid care work, women’s health and domestic violence. * The Economic Power of Nuns in Feminist History: What do medieval convents and modern corporate boardrooms have in common? More than you might think. We explore new research revealing how convents helped drive Vienna's economy centuries before modern banks existed, lending money, managing assets and playing a significant financial role in their communities. Then we fast-forward to today, where a group of Benedictine nuns in Kansas have filed more than 350 shareholder resolutions over the past two decades, using their investments to push major corporations on issues ranging from climate change and worker rights to corporate governance. Together, these stories challenge long-held assumptions about women, religion and economic influence across the centuries. * Naomi Campbell Appeals Charity Trustee Ban: Supermodel Naomi Campbell is fighting a five-year ban from serving as a charity trustee after regulators found serious governance failures at her charity, Fashion for Relief. Campbell argues she was deceived by a fellow trustee, while regulators maintain she failed in her oversight responsibilities. We break down the case, the allegations and what it means for charity governance and celebrity-led philanthropy. Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au. About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.

Save Rent by Living with Nuns, Missing Pension Funds and the Trillionaire Question

In this episode, we unpack: * Living with nuns to save on rent: As housing costs continue to climb, some renters are finding an unexpected solution: living in convents. We explore how intergenerational community living with nuns highlights different affordable housing options while offering safety and a sense of community. * State pension payments: Thousands of women may be owed state pension back payments after taking time out of the workforce to care for family members, and we explain how to check if you're affected, thanks to the advocacy of Martin Lewis. * World’s first trillionaire: We examine the rise of the world's first trillionaire and what growing billionaire wealth means for women and money. Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au. About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.

AI Gives Financial Advice, the History of Women's Economic Independence and the Belle Burden Backlash

In this episode, we unpack: * AI Financial Advice: As artificial intelligence becomes a go-to source for money guidance and is recommended by pop culture figures like Mel Robbins, we explore whether AI can really be trusted to help make financial decisions that could shape your future. * The History of Women's Economic Independence: How a new Smithsonian exhibition reveals the untold stories of how women fought for financial freedom and transformed their economic futures across generations. * The Belle Burden Backlash: We unpack the fierce debate surrounding Belle Burden's memoir Strangers and why a memoir about divorce in a world of wealth, privilege, and inherited money has struck such a nerve with readers. Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au. About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice that money brings.