E112: The Financial Domain of Risks

Money decisions are often framed as logical—but when risk enters the picture, emotions, timing, and life circumstances quickly complicate the equation. From career moves and caregiving responsibilities to investing, debt, and long-term planning, women are frequently asked to make financial choices with uneven information and unequal safety nets.

In the financial domain of risks, Kirtly Jones, MD, and Katie Ward, PhD, explore how women assess and take on financial risk across different stages of life. The conversation examines how factors like income gaps, caregiving roles, and cultural expectations shape financial decision-making—and why women are often encouraged to be more cautious, even when risk-taking could lead to greater long-term stability.