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The Jewish Entrepreneur Podcast194: Why Couples Fight About Money & How to Finally StopWhy do money conversations create so much tension in relationships — even when the numbers aren't the real issue? In this episode, I sit down with BatSheva Goldstein, CFO, financial advisor, and co-creator of the Financial Date Discussion Cards, to talk about money, communication, and financial intimacy. We explore how values, upbringing, and unspoken expectations shape the way we relate to money and how intentional conversations can turn conflict into connection. This conversation will help you talk about money with more clarity, curiosity, and trust, whether with a partner, family, or yourself. 🎧 Get full show...
2025-12-1744 min
Get Ready: Before Life Happens PodcastThe Power of Money Conversations: Emotions Over DollarsSend us a textOn this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with BatSheva Goldstein, creator of the Financial Date Discussion Cards, about why money conversations are really about trust—not just dollars.💡 Key Insights:🔹 Why money conversations are more about emotions than math 🔹 How childhood experiences shape how we talk about—and handle—money 🔹 The importance of shifting focus from dollars to the “why” behind them📌 Why It Matters: Money talks can strengthen relationships wh...
2025-12-1634 min
Goldstein on GeltThe Real Reason Couples Clash Over MoneyFinancial communication between couples often breaks down long before the numbers ever do. That's because every financial decision is shaped by three powerful influences: your past, your present, and your vision for the future. Developed by BatSheva Goldstein, the FinancialDate™ Discussion Cards are a simple yet powerful tool that sparks meaningful money conversations, helping couples align their goals, uncover emotional triggers, and plan together more effectively. This episode explores how couples can improve their money communication, reduce conflict, and make clearer investment decisions. Learn how to turn financial tension into understanding and how one deck of...
2025-11-2612 min
Goldstein on GeltThe Number One Skill Missing from Most Financial PlansMoney talk doesn't have to mean money tension especially when you've got the right tools to decode what's really being said. In this episode, BatSheva Goldstein, creator of FinancialDate™ Discussion Cards, joins Doug Goldstein, CFP ® to explore why financial questions are rarely just about numbers. For couples—and especially for Americans living in Israel—money conversations often carry cultural baggage, hidden values, and emotional subtext that can lead to major misunderstandings. Drawing from decades of experience working with couples, BatSheva shares how the FinancialDate™ approach helps partners cut through confusion, build trust, and connect over their shared goals. Le...
2025-10-2212 min
Goldstein on GeltMoney Fights on Repeat? Here's How to Finally Have a Different Conversation Money fights, emotional spending, and financial tension—sound familiar? It's not just about numbers. Guest host BatSheva Goldstein, creator of FinancialDate™ Discussion Cards, steps in to explore the emotional side of money: the hidden "money scripts" shaped by childhood, culture, and family that quietly influence your financial choices. When  you're stuck in the same money argument on repeat, there's often more going on under the surface than you think. BatSheva is joined by financial therapist and CFP® Elana Feinsmith, who shares how couples can stop clashing over cash and start communicating with clarity. From understanding each o...
2025-08-2720 min
AFO|Wealth Management ForwardFinancial Date Discussion Cards w/ BatSheva GoldsteinIn this episode, Rory speaks with BatSheva Goldstein, investment advisor, financial planner, and creator of Financial Date Discussion Cards, about how couples can have easier and more meaningful conversations around money. BatSheva shares how the cards help partners uncover their unique money stories, align values, and build common ground—even when they approach finances differently. She explains why money conflicts are rarely about math and more about what dollars represent in our lives. Through simple yet powerful questions like “What’s a financial decision you’re proud of?” and “What makes you feel rich?” couples can start with positive momentum, expl...
2025-08-0827 min
Daf Yomi for Women - HadranSanhedrin 107 - April 3, 5 NisanToday's daf is sponsored by Becki Goldstein for a refuah sheleima for her grandson Eitan Ephraim ben Ayelet and her husband David Mordecai ben Reizal for a successful operation. "Refuat hanefesh v'haguf." In connection with Achitofel, the Gemara diverts to the story of David and Batsheva. Why was David tested in this way and why did he fail the test? What was the reaction of those around him? How did he get forgiveness from God? How in the end was it made obvious to others that he received forgiveness? For what reason did Geichazi not g...
2025-04-0346 min
Goldstein on GeltIs Being Frugal the Best Technique for Becoming Financially Successful?Is being frugal the best way to ensure financial stability? Steve and Annette Economides, authors of America's Cheapest Family Gets You Right on the Money, show how frugality can be fun, and why avoiding debt is the best tactic for financial stability. Discover how the Economides family became known as "America's Cheapest Family." How to create a solid financial foundation for your family Building a financially secure home is a family matter. Show host Doug Goldstein, CFP ® and his wife, BatSheva, discuss how they manage their family finances. Get a glimpse into how they make financial decisions and how t...
2019-11-1423 min
Goldstein on Gelt10 Keys to a Financially Stable MarriageDo you and your spouse have a financially stable marriage? In honor of his 26th wedding anniversary (BatSheva - looking forwards to many more!!!), Doug created a free resource to help you make sure you and your spouse are mindful of how money affects your marriage. You can build a financially stable marriage in different ways: you can jointly review your financial statements regularly, stay away from debt, or go shopping together. Download a series of practical tips for a financially happy marriage: Handling Money for a Happy Marriage. Download free resource: Handling Money for a Happy Marriage
2018-07-0519 min
Goldstein on GeltWhy It's Important to Be a Disciplined InvestorBeing a disciplined investor is an important character trait of successful investors. Andrew Horowitz, CFP®, author of The Disciplined Investor: Essential Strategies for Success explains the necessity of self-discipline when investing. What is the best way to deal with media frenzy, risk, and drama in the markets? Being a disciplined investor is more than watching the markets. It also plays into how you discuss financial concerns with your spouse and teach money to your children. Show host Douglas Goldstein, CFP®, brings his wife, BatSheva Goldstein, to the show to discuss their personal strategies for financial discipline and what financial messages th...
2016-12-3126 min