Money Feels

Money plays a massive role in our emotions, and fear-based messaging is everywhere — whether it's the news predicting economic collapse, financial influencers warning about missing investment opportunities, or brands using scarcity to push us to spend. But how much of this fear is real, and how much of it is designed to make us act impulsively? More importantly, how do we stop letting fear dictate our financial choices?We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we unpack money anxiety, challenge financial shame, and help you build a more secure, emotionally grounded relationship with money.In today’s episode, we discuss the following:Why fear is one of the most powerful marketing toolsHow financial anxiety can push people to both overspend and hoard moneyThe dangers of short-term, crisis-driven money decisions and how to shift toward long-term, values-based financial planning.The illusion of control — why obsessing over financial news or checking your investments daily won’t actually give you more security.Practical ways to stay grounded in uncertain economic times and avoid fear-based decision-making.Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

Money controls so much of our lives, but what if we could take some of that power back? Financial activism isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy or policymakers. It’s something all of us can engage in, whether it’s where we bank, how we invest, or what we spend our money on. The financial system wants us to feel like we don’t have a choice, but we actually have more power than we think.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.Today, we’re joined by Jasmine Rashid, financial activist and author of The Financial Activist Playbook. Jasmine’s work focuses on shifting money away from extractive industries, like private prisons and fossil fuels, and toward systems that actually benefit people and communities. She’s here to break down what financial activism really looks like, why we need to move from an extractive to a regenerative economy, and how we can all take meaningful action, no matter where we are in our financial journey.In today’s episode, we discuss the following:Why financial activism isn’t just for the wealthy (or finance bros)How the financial system keeps us feeling powerless—and how to push backThe difference between an extractive and regenerative economyHow to make sure your money isn’t funding things you don’t believe inThe five-part pattern of financial activism and how to take action todayResources: 📖 The Financial Activist Playbook by Jasmine RashidThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

The future feels uncertain, but what if you could remember how to play? Leisure isn’t supposed to be productive, but in a world where everything feels like work, even our hobbies come with pressure. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re exploring how money changes the meaning of play, why hobbies don’t have to be profitable, and how burnout makes it impossible to enjoy free time.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today’s episode, we discuss the following:Why millennials struggle to enjoy hobbies without making them “useful”The pressure to monetize play and why it steals the joyLeisure guilt: why we feel bad about relaxingThe social media trap — turning hobbies into personal brandsHow to reclaim play for yourself without productivity expectationsResources:Can't Even: How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation by Anne Helen PetersenThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

The future feels uncertain, but what if you could see where your money is headed? Financial projections aren’t about predicting the future but about preparing for it. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re exploring the value of playing with your numbers, why seeing your financial trajectory can reduce anxiety, and how our very own Bridget accidentally became a tech CEO.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following:Gilded! Sign up hereWhy financial projections matter (and why most people avoid them)The surprising emotional impact of seeing your financial future laid outHow playing with numbers can help you make more confident decisionsThe difference between a financial planning app and a spreadsheetWhat went into building a financial planning tool (and how Bridget became a tech CEO)Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

Dating is everywhere, but have you ever considered how much it costs you? From pricey dating apps to expensive first dates, modern dating isn’t just emotionally exhausting — it’s financially draining. Love might be priceless, but dating? That’s a whole different story. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re breaking down the financial, emotional, and societal price of dating today.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following:Who profits from keeping you single?The cost of dating apps, subscriptions, and algorithm hacksFirst dates, gender norms, and who’s really footing the billThe emotional toll of ghosting, situationships, and swiping fatigueHow rejecting the pressure to date might be the best money move you ever makeThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

Diet culture is everywhere — but have you ever thought about how much it costs you? From expensive weight-loss programs to “wellness” trends disguised as self-improvement, diet culture isn’t just harmful. It’s wildly profitable. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re breaking down the financial, emotional, and societal price of diet culture and why rejecting it might be the best money move you ever make.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following with out guest, Marielle Elizabeth.Who profits from keeping you feeling “not enough”?The lifetime cost of dietingHow diet culture keeps you in a cycle of spendingGuilt, shame, and the belief that your worth is tied to your bodyThe false promise of transformationThe rise of Ozempic and weight-loss drugsHow rejecting diet culture can be one of the best financial decisions you’ll ever makeThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey, @marielle.elizabeth and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

Explore how the concept of the nuclear family, viewed as the societal standard, really benefits capitalism. Delve into the financial strain of maintaining this ideal amid rising housing and childcare costs. Discover the isolation this model can create and the stigma surrounding alternative living arrangements. The conversation highlights community-driven solutions and advocates for reimagining family structures that promote inclusivity and support over traditional norms. This thought-provoking discussion challenges listeners to rethink societal values around family and finance.

Financial advice could change your life, yet it feels like it’s reserved for the elite. Why is it so controversial to say everyone deserves access to good advice, not just the rich? This week on Money Feels, we’re breaking down the value of financial advice, who actually benefits from it, and how the rest of us are left to figure it out on our own.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we unpack money trauma and work on building a healthier, shame-free relationship with our finances.In today’s episode, we discuss the following:Why financial advice matters more than you thinkHow the wealthy benefit most from traditional adviceThe rise of DIY investors and TikTok financeWhat to look for in a good financial advisorWhether advice is really worth the priceThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

Groceries are essential. And yet, millions of people struggle to afford them every day. Why is it so controversial to say food should be a fundamental human right? We’re unpacking the cost of groceries, food insecurity, and the case for free food in this week’s episode of Money Feels.We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following:The Current State of Food InsecurityWhy Isn’t Food a Human Right?Proposals for Universal Food AccessEconomic and Social ImplicationsFood Insecurity and Social InequalityCorporate Influence and GreedClimate Change and Food PricesThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! 

It's been a minute since we've chatted. And we miss you. As a bonus to you on the 1st day of the New Year, we wanted to release one episode we recorded for our Patreon members, in which we share some of the best lessons we learned in 2024. Stay tuned for season 7, coming this January <3 We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we discuss our money trauma and gain a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.Thanks for listening to this bonus episode of Money Feels! If you liked this content, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!