Social Work to Wealth Podcast
Social Work to Wealth Podcast
Podcast Description
The Social Work to Wealth Podcast is here to challenge the narrative that social workers shouldn't care about money. Hosted by Taylor and Faith, two licensed clinical social workers, we share practical tips on managing finances, navigating career growth, and achieving financial wellness - because you deserve more than just getting by. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast primarily explores themes of financial wellness, career development, and the unique financial challenges social workers face. Episodes discuss managing student debt, negotiating salaries, and building savings, such as Sam B.'s journey of tackling credit card debt and finding fulfillment in her social work niche, alongside transparent conversations about the stigma surrounding money in the social work field.
The Social Work to Wealth Podcast is here to challenge the narrative that social workers shouldn’t care about money. Hosted by Taylor and Faith, two licensed clinical social workers, we share practical tips on managing finances, navigating career growth, and achieving financial wellness – because you deserve more than just getting by.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do you actually write a bill and get lawmakers to take it seriously? In this episode, we’re talking with Dan and Monique from Payment for Placements in New York, two social workers who helped draft and introduce a pilot bill to pay MSW interns in New York State. They walk us through the entire process, from gathering a team to drafting the bill language, finding the right sponsors, and pitching their vision to legislators who can actually move it forward.
Takeaways From This Episode:
- Why unpaid internships are a structural equity issue and how this bill addresses it
- What made their pitch resonate with legislators
- Details of the bill’s structure, funding timeline, and why they focused on MSW students
- Rolling out the bill: sponsors, co-sponsors, off-session activity, and continued advocacy
- The balance between idealism and feasibility when writing legislation
- Tips for social workers who want to get into advocacy or policy
Mentioned resources:
- Check out the affiliated blog post for the full list of resources mentioned in this episode and the unedited transcript.
Social Work to Wealth Newsletter — a newsletter for the social worker wanting to level up their career and money.
Find Social Work to Wealth on: Instagram, Youtube, Facebook, and Pinterest.
Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast & on any affiliated platforms are for educational, informational, & entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, or professional advice. Consuming this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice pertaining to your particular situation, consult one-on-one with an attorney.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.