Queer Money®: How Gay People Do Money

Queer Money®: How Gay People Do Money

Author: Queer Money Language: English Episodes: 100
Talking about money is personal, but it’s also deeply tied to our identities and the specific challenges we face. Queer Money®: How Gay People Do Money digs into that unique intersection, moving beyond generic financial advice to address what it really means to build a stable, prosperous life as an LGBTQ+ person. This bi-weekly podcast is a direct conversation about creating the generational wealth that has historically been out of reach for many in our community, framing financial security as both a practical necessity and a form of empowerment. Each episode tackles the real-world systems and personal hurdles that can stand in the way, from navigating retirement planning without traditional family structures to confronting the economic pressures of what’s termed the anti-LGBTQ+ industrial complex. You’ll hear actionable strategies for eliminating debt, growing personal wealth, and moving toward a retirement that’s not just secure but genuinely enjoyable. The discussion also expands into lifestyle, exploring some of the most affordable and welcoming cities across the country for living or visiting, all through a lens that understands queer lived experience. Tuning in regularly means joining a broader mission to foster resilience and independence, one financial decision at a time. The goal is straightforward: to help the community sleep better at night, knowing the future is on firmer ground.
Episodes
Top 5 Cities in Greece for Gay Retirement | Queer Money Ep. 608 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:28
Greece for Gay Retirees: Beaches, baklava, and a big ol’ ✅ on marriage equality. Opa!We rank the Top 5 Greek cities/towns for gay retirement—balancing affordability with LGBTQ+ vibe—so you can swap doomscrolling for isla…
The $6,000 Annual Boomer Bonus | Queer Money Ep. 607 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:39
The $6,000 “Boomer Bonus” – fabulous tax break or political glitter bomb?Starting in 2025, Uncle Sam is dangling a shiny new $6,000 tax deduction for folks 65+, or $12,000 if you’re married. Sounds fabulous, right? Well……
Top 5 Gay Retirement Cities in Thailand | Queer Money Ep. 606 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:12
Pack your sarongs and sunscreen, hunty—Queer Money is headed to Thailand! 🌴💅In this episode, we spill the (Thai iced) tea on the top 5 cities where gay retirees can stretch their dollars, enjoy top-notch healthcare, and…
How We’re Able to Retire in Our Early 50s | Queer Money Ep. 605 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:43
We're Retired Girls! Kinda...We did it, queens—we retired early! 💅 At 51 and 54, we’re not sipping martinis on a trust fund (spoiler: one of us was disowned and disinherited 👀). We didn’t have cushy six-figure salaries e…
Top 5 Cities in Malta for Gay Retirees | Queer Money Ep. 604 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:33
Best Places in Malta for LGBTQ+ RetirementPalm Springs is cute, but what if your retirement backdrop was honey-colored cliffs, café culture, and 300 days of Mediterranean sunshine?By popular demand, we’re spilling the li…
Top 5 Gay-Friendly Places in Ireland to Retire | Queer Money Ep. 602 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:50
Ireland’s Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement HotspotsFrom drag brunches in Galway to seaside strolls in Wexford, we’re serving up Ireland’s Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement Hotspots—ranked by affordability, community, and those oh-so-import…
The Wild Cost of Renouncing Your U.S. Citizenship | Queer Money Ep. 601 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:06
Thinking of say "Bye Gurl" the U.S.?Madonna’s divorce was expensive—but renouncing your U.S. citizenship could cost you even more 💸. In this episode of Queer Money®, we’re spilling the tea on the exit tax—what it is, who…
3 Things We Wish We Did Before Retiring Early | Queer Money Ep. 599 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:14
Episode 599: 3 Big Early Retirement Mistakes We Made (So You Don’t Have To)Everyone makes early retirement look like beaches and banana hammocks—especially the gays. But behind the glam is the grit.In this week’s episode…