A Different Perspective with Alison Kosik, American journalist and author

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This week Nick talks to Alison KosikAlison Kosik is an American journalist and freelance anchor currently reporting for ABC News. She previously served as a business correspondent for CNN, where she covered the New York Stock Exchange. Her debut book, What’s Up With Women And Money? How To Do All The Financial Stuff You’ve Been Avoiding, was released on March 4, 2025. Nick and Alison discuss Alison's journey from a childhood fascination with journalism to becoming a respected anchor and business correspondent. She discusses her early ambitions, winning essay contests as a young girl in Miami, and turning down a scholarship to pursue journalism in Washington, D.C. After struggling through unpaid internships and low-paying early jobs, Alison eventually landed roles with CBS and CNN, including a pivotal position reporting from the New York Stock Exchange. Despite initial doubts about her knowledge of finance, she quickly adapted and excelled, interviewing high-profile figures like Warren Buffett and Hillary Clinton.Alison’s new book, What’s Up With Women and Money?, which draws from her personal experience of relinquishing financial control in her marriage and the resulting consequences. She explains how the book aims to empower women across all backgrounds to take charge of their finances with confidence, using accessible language and relatable analogies—like “shoe budgets”—to demystify complex topics like insurance, estate planning, and investing. Alison highlights the cultural and psychological barriers many women face regarding financial literacy, and stresses the importance of community, self-awareness, and early financial education to break the cycle.Alison's book choice was: Life of Pi by Yann MartelAlison's music choice was: Irene Cara - What a FeelingThis content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed within, constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.

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