Suze Orman’s Women & Money Podcast

Episode: "What Do I Want Them To Know? More Outtakes and Fun"

Release Date: December 28, 2025
Host: Suze Orman
Special Guests/Contributors: KT, Robert (Producer)

Overview:

This episode marks the final Women & Money podcast of 2025 and, true to tradition, pulls back the curtain with a collection of outtakes, behind-the-scenes moments, and humorous banter between Suze, KT, and producer Robert. Far from the usual focus on actionable financial advice, this episode is a delightful, lighthearted roundup that offers listeners a glimpse into the camaraderie, teamwork, and everyday authenticity that power the program.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Getting Started: The Reality of Podcast Production

• Early Risers and False Starts
  • The episode opens with Robert noting the work required to get rolling, sometimes needing several attempts (“...just like you and me, sometimes it does take a few tries to get up to speed.” [00:11]).
  • KT and Suze share playful frustration over recording logistics, including technical mishaps and sleepy starts (KT: “Are you there?” Suze: “Yeah.” KT: “Ready? You ready?” [00:47-00:49]).
  • Laughter and supportive quips show their easy rapport, even as Suze jokes about being “exhausted” (Suze: “Yeah, and I’m exhausted.” [01:05]).

2. Behind the Scenes: Human Moments & Teamwork

• Routine Disruptions and Bloopers
  • The team highlights how recording is affected by snacks, hydration, and minor chaos. (Suze confesses to munching pistachios, [03:06]; water and throat lozenges abound.)
  • Comedic exchanges ensue regarding throat lozenges and water breaks, setting a relaxed, unvarnished tone:
    • "Of course you ate a pistachio nut. Of course you're gonna be. You make me crazy." – KT [03:19]
  • Even sneezes become events, with KT narrating Suze's near-miss (“You put your sneeze away?” – KT [06:32], leading to a New Jersey joke from Robert).

3. Shared Stories: Travel Tales & Domestic Fun

• Travel Reflections & Culinary Adventures
  • KT and Suze reminisce about trips to Italy, China, India, and South Africa, particularly memorable for the weight they gained sampling food generously offered by their hosts out of courtesy and gratitude.
    • “We did three contests [trips] ... by the time I got to South Africa, Susie and I rolled all the way.” – KT [07:16].
  • Detailed, funny elaboration on the process (and aroma) of making guava jam at home, and KT’s reluctance to share with Robert for fear it "doesn’t travel."
    • “If they’re ripe, put them on my shelf in the kitchen. I came home, there were 15 guavas. The whole house smelled like an aroma guava factory.” – Suze [08:56].

4. Creative Process & Collaboration

• How the Show Comes Together
  • Robert explains Suze’s “stream of consciousness” approach for Susie School episodes versus KT’s role reading fan questions in Ask KT and Suze Anything sessions [01:56].
  • Snapshots of how interruptions and the need to regroup are par for the course, expressed with humor and mutual patience.
    • “What do I want them to know?” – KT [02:38].
    • “Sometimes it almost derails a recording session.” – Robert [06:02].

5. Signature Sign-Offs and Playful Bickering

• Nail the Ending? Not So Fast!
  • A recurring gag features KT and Suze struggling to get through their iconic outro—“People first, then money, then things”—correctly. Multiple attempts are made, with both poking fun at themselves and each other:
    • “That’s not the ending. How we do our ending. Are you still recording?” – Suze [10:24].
    • They urge Robert to select the right take, leading to more laughter.
    • “Now stay safe. Bye bye.” – KT [11:15]
    • “No, what you do is you say, now you stay safe.” – Suze [11:21]
    • Ultimately, Robert (producer) is put “to the test” for a final, proper send-off [12:16-12:25].

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "It really is a complete team effort. Suze has the vision. I'll polish and tweak so you get the best version of that message. And KT, along with acting as your avatar and framing your questions, is… Well, she never really strays far from her creative director roots."
  – Robert (Producer) [04:37]

• "You make me crazy."
  – KT, reacting to Suze’s pistachio snack timing [03:19]

• “By the time I got to South Africa, Susie and I rolled all the way. I could not fit into any of my outfits.”
  – KT, recounting travel stories [07:16]

• "If they’re ripe, put them on my shelf in the kitchen. I came home, there was 15 guavas. The whole house smelled like an aroma guava factory."
  – Suze, on the excess of guavas and their impact [08:56]

• “People first, then money, then things.”
  – Suze & KT, in multiple attempts to nail their show’s sign-off [10:06, 10:52, 11:09, 12:16]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:11 – Introduction to the episode theme and tradition
• 01:56 – Robert explains the show’s creative process behind Ask KT and Susie School episodes
• 03:06 – The now-infamous pistachio snack moment
• 04:37 – Producer Robert describes working with Suze and KT
• 06:02 – Commentary on unpredictable recording interruptions
• 07:05 – Suze and KT share global travel memories and food stories
• 08:56 – The saga of guava jam
• 10:06–11:32 – The sign-off struggle: outtake after outtake of their iconic outro
• 12:16–12:25 – Final group sign-off; “putting Robert to the test”

Episode Tone and Closing Thoughts

This outtakes episode radiates warmth, comedy, and authenticity. The banter between Suze, KT, and Robert gives listeners a behind-the-scenes perspective that’s as engaging as any financial lesson. There’s a clear sense of mutual respect and affection among the trio, showing the “Women & Money” podcast is a true labor of love.

Final Takeaway:
While not providing explicit financial advice this week, the episode reinforces the show’s foundational philosophy—“People first, then money, then things”—through connection, teamwork, and genuine fun. It’s a heartfelt close to the year, promising even more in 2026.