

The Financial Confessions
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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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.

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Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 12min
How One Woman Escaped Our Mindless Shopping Culture
Financial educator Page Pritchard discusses overcoming overspending and toxic consumerism. Topics include changing norms of holiday decor, the consequences of shopping addiction, and strategies for cutting down on impulse spending.

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 3min
Gentrification, FIRE, And The Ethics Of Being A Landlord
Jamila Souffrant discusses changing social classes, the effects of gentrification, and how to be a part of your community while building wealth ethically. Topics include buying property in a developing neighborhood, the trade-offs of gentrification, balancing family support with self-care, and navigating the path to financial independence. Don't miss their upcoming book release!

Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 11min
De-Influencing, Consumerism, And How To Shop In A Broken System
Chelsea sits down with vintage reseller, content creator, and stylist Heather Hurst to discuss creating personal style in a world obsessed with cheap imitations. They explore sustainable fashion, dangers of sharing personal information, justifying purchases, and the connection between personal style and body image.

Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 1min
A Friendly Debate On Why Life Is So Expensive, And How To Fix It
Financial educator, podcaster, and author Adam Carroll discusses the state of the economy, the student loan crisis, and proposed solutions. They also explore teaching kids money management through Monopoly, the erosion of labor rights, low wages for teachers, and the importance of long-term thinking and escaping the cycle of poverty.