Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal, co-founders of Earn Your Leisure, bring their expertise as financial educators to the discussion. They dive into the impact of financial trauma and how personal experiences shaped their views on wealth. The duo debates if marriage serves as a 'marital minimum wage' for couples, sharing insights on the balance of love and finance. They also tackle the complexities of insider trading and advocate for democratizing finance through education and active participation, empowering everyday investors to navigate market challenges.

Lowering your tax bill can change your life (true story!). Nicole breaks down which states have the best tax codes, and how the rich use those tax perks to keep more money in their pockets - and how you can too!

After some really messy economic headlines for the last few months, we may actually have some good news. To break it down, Nicole is joined by Ryan Detrick, the Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group. Today, Ryan shares some signs he’s seeing in the market that nearly always indicate good news ahead… and whether this time could be different.

In part two of Nicole’s conversation with Ray Dalio (founder of Bridgewater Associates and architect of the All Weather Portfolio), they move beyond the markets and into the personal. While part one tackled the economy, inflation, and portfolio strategy, this episode is all about legacy, happiness, and the limits of what money can buy. Ray opens up about the worst moment of his life, how he defines success, and what he hopes the next generation takes from his journey. It’s a rare side of one of the world’s most influential investors—and a conversation that will stick with you long after the episode ends. Pre-order Ray's latest book How Countries Go Broke ⁠here⁠. Find all of Ray's books ⁠here⁠. 

If you started investing any time within the last five years, it’s probably felt like a steady stream of firsts—between a global pandemic, changing interest rates, inflation, war, and recession fears, it’s been one plot twist after another. But it’s not a new story—it’s the same economic movie on repeat. And if you understand the principles behind it, you can learn to master the markets. That’s where today's guest Ray Dalio comes in. He’s the founder of Bridgewater Associates—the world’s largest hedge fund with over $150 billion under management—and the author of New York Times bestsellers like Principles, that’s become required reading from Wall Street to Silicon Valley. Ray literally wrote the book on how to invest through any cycle—and today, he’s here to teach you how. Pre-order Ray's latest book How Countries Go Broke here. Find all of Ray's books here.

When’s the right time to start building wealth? Spoiler alert: the sooner, the better. But what if you feel like you’re not making enough, or you have too many expenses, or investing just feels too intimidating? Today, Nicole helps a Money Rehabber break through those doubts and put a plan in place to start growing wealth ASAP. Plus, we’ll unpack a new Bank of America survey that shows 95% of Gen Z and Millennials are living within their means—so if you’re worried you’re behind, you might be doing better than you think. Learn more with Bank of America where you can get access to tools and solutions and view your Bank of America banking account online in one place. Get started at bofa.com/FinancialNextSteps

Today, we're sharing the first episode of MNN's newest podcast Social Currency with Sammi Cohen. In her first episode, Sammi sits down with entrepreneur Ty Haney. Ty shares what she wishes she knew as a first-time founder while building the brand Outdoor Voices, the dark side of VC and the most important lesson she’s learned on equity as a founder. She also shares the latest on her new ventures—Joggy, a clean energy brand, and TYB, a platform redefining what community-powered business looks like. If you've ever launched, led, or lost something you built, this one will hit home. Follow Sammi on Instagram here Follow Ty on Instagram here Check out TYB here and Joggy here  Here’s what Sammi covers today with Ty: 00:00 How Ty Haney Scaled Outdoor Voices to $100M  02:05 How to Build Community within your Business 06:17 The Curse of the Girlboss Era 08:41 The Trap of Growth Versus Profitability 21:13 The Importance of Equity as a Founder 23:27 Second Acts: TYB and Joggy 29:37 The Value Proposition of Joggy 32:21 The Value Proposition of TYB 46:00 Insights and Reflections 48:52 Social Currency Corner 49:58 Advice for Founders

Celebrating a raise? Beware of lifestyle creep, which can sneakily derail your savings. The discussion offers practical strategies to manage your new income thoughtfully. Discover the 50-30-20 rule for personal budgeting and learn to set effective financial goals. Understand how high-yield savings can work in your favor. Boring financial strategies are highlighted as pathways to wealth, reminding you that slow and steady wins the race. Plus, automation tools are suggested to keep your finances on track!

Discover the hidden financial workings of Vatican City, where tradition meets modern challenges. Explore the scandals and reforms initiated by Pope Francis, shedding light on the Church's struggle for transparency. Delve into the Vatican Bank's audit and the ongoing efforts to address deficits while balancing its dual role as a religious and sovereign entity. This episode reveals the complex interplay of finance within a deeply historical institution, raising questions about the future of the Catholic Church.

Sharna Burgess, a Dancing with the Stars alum and co-host of the Oldish podcast, shares her journey of wedding planning with fiancé Brian Austin Green. She reveals how finances play a crucial role in their decisions, including the influence of a business manager in their love story. The conversation dives into challenges couples face while planning a wedding on a budget, the importance of transparency in shared finances, and the value of discussing prenuptial agreements to ensure financial security. Plus, get tips on setting up joint accounts for a harmonious financial future!