In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel sits down with journalist and author Edith Lynn Hornik-Beer to explore Why Women Took Control of Their Finances. From being denied credit cards and loans to fighting for independence, Edith shares the history, challenges, and resilience that shaped women’s role in money management and investing. ✨ Inside this conversation:The spark that inspired Edith’s book To Invest Successfully: Terms You Need At Your FingertipsBarriers women faced—credit card denials, workplace restrictions, and financial discrimination across countriesHow cultural milestones like The Pill and All in the Family highlighted women’s struggles for financial equalityBetsy’s personal stories of building her own credit and independenceEdith’s experiences as a Swiss-born journalist navigating financial roadblocks across borders📖 Edith Lynn Hornik-Beer’s work has appeared in The New York Times, Elle Magazine, and The Denver Post. She’s the author of five books and a recipient of the Matt Kramer Award for Excellence in Journalism. 🎙️ Don’t miss this inspiring conversation filled with history, resilience, and practical lessons on why financial independence still matters today. 👉 Get Edith’s book (Paperback & Kindle): [Amazon Link]👉 Learn more about Edith: https://essaysforthecuriousmind.com/ 💬 Betsy describes Edith as “full of history and wisdom.” Listen in and discover why women’s financial literacy and empowerment remain essential.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.🎙 Passionate World Talk Radio Network LLC — Where real conversations matter.

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