So Money with Farnoosh Torabi
Farnoosh Torabi
*** Named a Best Podcast By The New York Times, Time Magazine, Real Simple and MSNBC *** Host Farnoosh Torabi is an award-winning financial strategist, TV host and bestselling author. With over 40 million downloads and multiple Webby wins, So Money is dedicated to sharing inspiring money strategies and stories straight from today's financial leaders, bestselling authors and entrepreneurs. One day, hear an intimate money conversation with industry greats like Queen Latifah, Barbara Corcoran or Margaret Cho. Another day learn the basics of cryptocurrency and its impact on our wallets. On Fridays, tune in as Farnoosh answers our most pressing financial questions about saving, investing and building wealth. Advice and insights always delivered through a lens of equity, inclusivity and the changing world we live in. Want more? Join the So Money Members Club at SoMoneyMembers.com.
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Jun 30, 2023 • 24min
1533: Ask Farnoosh: High Yield Savings FOMO, Paying for Home Upgrades (Worth It?), Over-investing in Stocks
This week on Ask Farnoosh: Should you switch banks if you're only earning 2% on your savings account? When does it make sense to invest in home upgrades? Should a listener sell her house now or later? And what's the rule of thumb for asset allocation in your retirement portfolio? Is investing in 95% stocks too high?Sign up for Farnoosh's newsletterPre-order A Healthy State of Panic and immediately access her Scared Smart video and workbook lesson plan.
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Jun 28, 2023 • 31min
1532: Remaking Yourself, Navigating Naysayers and the Future of Innovation with Entrepreneur Mariam Naficy
Our guest today is Mariam Naficy, a veteran entrepreneur who has founded and scaled successful companies, including Eve.com, the world’s first online cosmetics retailer, Minted, the online marketplace of premium design goods created by independent artists and designers and Tonic.xyz, a curated fine art gallery focused on blockchain art. Born to Iranian and Chinese parents, Mariam's childhood in diverse countries shaped her perspective. She overcame adversity when her family fled Iran during the 1979 Revolution and faced challenges upon arriving in the US.Today she is the Founder & Managing Partner of Heretic Ventures, the San Francisco-based venture studio that founds companies at the intersection of culture, commerce, and creators. With a keen eye for innovative ideas, Mariam's insights on crypto, blockchain, and NFTs are invaluable.
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Jun 26, 2023 • 30min
1531: Faith, Worth and Wealth with Rachel Luna, Author of Permission to Offend
We are in conversation with entrepreneur, certified master coach, international speaker, and author and host of Permission to Offend, Rachel Luna. We discuss the ways we can stand up for what we believe in, even if it doesn't win us a popularity contest, the role of faith in your financial life, and determining your worth and wealth.
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Jun 23, 2023 • 27min
1530: Ask Farnoosh: Getting an ROI on College, Divorce Financials, Investing for Kids
This week on So Money: A listener has a question about losing her house in a divorce and the financial considerations to make before breaking up. How to invest for yourself and your kids under one roof? My best advice for college students seeking a return on their experience? How did I structure my business? And more. Plus, several giveaways for Tough Titties. Be sure to listen for your name! (Q&A previously aired on Jan 13)Subscribe to Farnoosh's newsletterPre-order A Healthy State of Panic and receive Scared Smart, a 3-video lesson plan + workbook
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Jun 21, 2023 • 33min
1529: Investing in Climate Solutions with Molly Wood, Founder and Chief Storyteller at Molly Wood Media
Today we're discussing the climate economy, and how capitalism can be a tool for driving solutions for a greener planet. Guest Molly Wood, longtime business and technology journalist turned venture capitalist. She shares her insights into the many moving parts and hurdles behind bringing climate solutions to the forefront, innovations she's excited to see and why she's ultimately optimistic about the direction of climate action. More about Molly: She is Founder and Chief Storyteller at Molly Wood Media, an advisory firm for the climate economy. She is also the host of Everybody in the Pool podcast and newsletter.Check out Molly's podcast today to hear me offer insights into the cost of climate change and ERG investing.
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Jun 19, 2023 • 33min
1528: Breaking Free from the Guilt & Shame of Building Wealth
Today is Juneteenth, a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It’s an important day that reminds us to reflect on the ongoing work that’s still needed to create true equity. Today: our conversation focuses on financial equity and the role mental health plays in supporting our journey to financial independence. And if you’re a person of color, you may have a unique set of generational trauma that continues to make life complex and your dealings with money challenging.Guests are: Yemi Rise, founder of OfColor, a black-owned financial wellness platform and Aja Evans, a licensed therapist who helps clients relieve money anxiety to achieve financial wellness.
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Jun 16, 2023 • 38min
1527: Ask Farnoosh: Student Loan Payments Are Resuming. Help!
This week, we're joined by Georgia Lee Hussey, co-founder of Modernist Financial, to help answer audience questions about student loan repayments (should I pay them down fast or not?), the most tax-efficient ways to invest for retirement and what to do when a male co-worker earns more than you (but is more junior and has fewer qualifications?)Apply for Farnoosh's mentorship program here.Learn about Farnoosh's Will Work For Books Program here.Pre-order A Healthy State of Panic and receive Farnoosh's video course Scared Smart for free.Sign up for her newsletter here.
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Jun 14, 2023 • 29min
1526: The Truth About Post-Pandemic Motherhood with Sara Dean, Host of The Shameless Mom Academy podcast
From silent burnout to imposter syndrome, mothers impacted by the caregiving overload of Covid-19 and now are stepping into a post-pandemic world with a host of challenges. Guest Sara Dean is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top-rated podcast with nearly 2 million downloads. She is also an entrepreneur to her core – having built and grown multiple businesses to multiple six figures. She is also among a small percentage of women who have sold a business in the US. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space.Listen to Sara's first time on So Money.
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Jun 12, 2023 • 39min
1525: Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst with Laura Belgray, Author of Tough Titties
Farnoosh sits down with good friend Laura Belgray, author of the new book Tough Titties, a memoir about a misfit (Laura) coming of age in 80s/90s New York City, screwing up at life, and finally finding success with her first million-dollar year at age 50. Or, as her own husband calls it, “loser Sex and the City.” Pre-order Laura's book (last day!) to receive her bonuses. And listen to the end of the show to hear how to win a free copy of Tough Titties.
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Jun 9, 2023 • 26min
1524: Ask Farnoosh: I Have Trouble Finding a Good Job After Many Months! Help!
This week, an unemployed listeners ask about the risks that come with "too much" time passing while attempting to find work. Also: Farnoosh's top investing book picks and the 411 on stock splits.To learn about Farnoosh's private coaching circle, click here.
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