OWN's 'Maxxed Out' Shines a Light on Financial Struggles and Relationship Reckoning
In a bold new unscripted series, OWN is tackling the emotional and financial fallout of mismanaged money. Meet Leah Collins, the financial expert guiding participants through high-stakes interventions that aim to rebuild not only finances but also fractured relationships.A Mirror Reflecting Financial Pressures
The Oprah Winfrey Network's 'Maxxed Out' is more than just a show - it's a mirror reflecting the financial pressures many of us face and the ripple effect they have on our closest relationships. Drew Tappon, head of unscripted programming and development at OWN, emphasizes that viewers will feel seen and understood while walking away with practical tools to rewrite their financial story and reclaim their peace of mind.
A High-Stakes Family Finance Intervention
In an exclusive clip from the show, we meet Krishna, a business owner struggling to manage her finances and grow her small tea shop. She's borrowed $20,000 from her brother, but operates more on vibes than verified numbers. Financial expert Leah Collins is brought in to assess the books, identify revenue opportunities, and map out a plan that could help Krishna scale her business and pay back her brother.
Cases Featured This Season
Among the cases featured this season are a married couple of 10 years with two young daughters grappling with crushing debt and clashing financial philosophies; adult daughters confronting their mother over spiraling debt between $35,000 and $45,000 that has forced six family members into a two-bedroom apartment; and two sisters running a family business while navigating $90,000 in debt, medical expenses tied to a breast cancer diagnosis, and the added burden of being uninsured.
OWN's 'Maxxed Out' is a powerful exploration of the financial struggles we face and the impact they have on our relationships. With practical tools and tough love, this series aims to help viewers rewrite their financial story and reclaim their peace of mind. Don't miss it - tune in to OWN for more.
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