Join us for Episode 46 of Feminist Money as we sit down with Elizabeth Lee to explore the personal experiences and defining moments that have shaped her leadership journey, from her family’s sacrifices to the realities of modern working motherhood.

We unpack how she balances high performance with self-awareness, and what she’s hearing from women facing growing financial pressures today.

In this episode, we cover:

1. How family sacrifice shaped Elizabeth’s leadership values and long-term perspective
2. Lessons in time management and energy optimisation from juggling law, lecturing and fitness teaching
3. The defining moment behind her transition into politics and public service
4. How high-pressure experiences built her resilience and self-awareness as a leader
5. Why maintaining an identity beyond politics is key to grounded leadership and motherhood
6. Her honest reflections on mum guilt and the increasing expectations on working mothers
7. The rising cost of living pressures impacting women and families in her community
8. The most important change needed to improve financial security for women

About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice it brings.

Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au.