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The Financial Diet
Uncover the financial truth behind every part of life. Join host Chelsea Fagan, CEO of The Financial Diet, for a weekly deep-dive with experts to get a real-life look at earning, spending, and losing money. We’re holding a mic to the money talk we whisper about. New episodes drop every Monday.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 51min
Why Filing For Bankruptcy Could Be Your Best Financial Decision
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Chelsea sits down with Kaitlyn Walker to talk about financial abuse, being totally broke, and why bankruptcy was her best financial decision.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 52min
When ADHD Makes Money Feel Impossible
Expert Nikita Miner discusses managing money with ADHD, late diagnosis impact, financial struggles in elite academia, safeguarding personal data online, strategies for financial management with ADHD, and finding joy in dark times.

Mar 25, 2024 • 58min
When You Have To Parent Your Ex AND Your Kids: A Conversation With A Single Mom
Writer Jessica Blankenship shares her journey of unexpected single parenthood at 25, discussing financial struggles, co-parenting dynamics, and the impact of absent fathers. The conversation delves into parental anxieties in the modern world, vaccine decisions, and forging financial stability as a single parent in NYC. Jessica also talks about her new astrology app, Star Child, designed for personal growth and family relationships.

Mar 18, 2024 • 54min
Divorced, Laid Off, And Starting From Zero At 30
Alex Offor, marketing professional and financial podcaster, shares insights on starting over after divorce and job loss, overcoming financial challenges, navigating emotional turmoil, and the complexities of dating post-divorce. The podcast explores themes of resilience, personal growth, online privacy, identity protection, and managing finances during major life transitions.

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Mar 11, 2024 • 1h 7min
Why I Chose To Have Children In A Broken World
Climate journalist Emma Pattee discusses the choice to have children amidst climate crisis, exploring emotional aspects, eco-conscious practices, and navigating parenthood decisions in a troubled world. The podcast delves into psychological complexities of environmental activism, consumerism influences, and balancing personal desires with societal responsibilities.

Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 12min
An ICU Nurse On Going From Undervalued To Doubling Her Income
ICU nurse Ryann Parrish discusses her journey from undervaluation to doubling her income, reflecting on being a female breadwinner and partner of an immigrant. Topics include breaking stereotypes, language learning, online privacy, proactive healthcare, financial planning, and nursing dynamics.

Jan 16, 2024 • 56min
Overcoming "Post-Traumatic Broke Syndrome" & Building Real Wealth
Tiffany Aliche aka The Budgetnista discusses the finances of grief, the lasting effects of being broke, and what it means to be truly good with money. They talk about finding true wealth in helping others, the power of community support in personal finance, and the financial aspects of dealing with grief. Tiffany also shares practical advice on organizing important documents and emphasizes the significance of personal growth and resilience in one's financial journey.

Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
Samantha Brown On Budget Travel Tips, Underrated Destinations, And How Travel Has Changed
Travel legend Samantha Brown joins Chelsea to discuss the evolution of travel programming, finding balance in life, underrated destinations, and the impact of her show. They also talk about retiring to New Zealand and creating a compound.

Dec 18, 2023 • 43min
A Rant On Sharing Domestic Labor, & More Audience Questions
The podcast covers topics such as sharing domestic labor, societal dynamics in heterosexual marriages, goal setting, the impact of mindset on finances, struggling with expectations, financial constraints, and living below your means.

Dec 11, 2023 • 53min
A Deeper Dive On How Social Media Stole Childhood
Sarah Adams, social media watchdog and expert guest, discusses the societal acceptance of oversharing children on social media and the importance of children's privacy. They also explore the impact of social media on motherhood, the vulnerability of personal information online, and the exploitation of children on social media.


