Financial Feminist

The podcast dives into a surprising truth: your biggest financial decision isn't just about money—it's about who you choose to partner with. It emphasizes the importance of supportive, equitable relationships for financial well-being. Listeners learn how to tackle tricky money conversations with their partners, discovering ways to align financial goals and identify red flags. Additionally, it stresses proactive planning for a secure financial future, blending love and finance in a way that can lead to lasting wealth and personal freedom.

You know that little voice in your head that says, “What will they think?” The one that’s held you back from hitting publish, setting a boundary, or even just being yourself? Yeah, we’re done with that. In this episode, I sit down with the iconic Mel Robbins to talk about how to finally stop caring what other people think—and start living for yourself. This isn’t your typical self-help chat. It’s real, unfiltered, and hands down one of the most vulnerable conversations we’ve had on the show.We’re not just talking about why it’s time to let go of other people’s opinions—we’re unpacking how to do it, especially when it’s your parents, your boss, or your internet trolls. Mel shares how she navigates criticism, the emotional toll of success, and why it’s not your job to manage other people’s feelings. If you’ve ever felt held back by fear of judgment, or struggled to show up as your full self—this episode will change the way you see your life, your relationships, and your ambition.Mel’s Links:The Let Them Theory: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/ Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/227-how-to-stop-caring-what-people-think-with-mel-robbins/Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceFor your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.MasterclassGet an additional 15% off any annual membership at Masterclass.com/FFPOD.IndeedGet a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at Indeed.com/ffpod.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.ZocDocVisit Zocdoc.com/FFPOD to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.ResortPassVisit Resortpass.com and use code FFPOD to get $20 off your first ResortPass experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Janelle Rupkalvis, a savvy travel expert and content creator, shares her secrets on maximizing credit card points for luxurious travel at a fraction of the cost. She reveals practical strategies for finding budget-friendly travel deals and the most common credit card mistakes to avoid. Janelle emphasizes that anyone can benefit from rewards, regardless of their income. Additionally, she shares insights on navigating airline communication for upgrades and compensation, all while advocating for financial literacy in travel.

Worried about the stock market or a possible recession? Register for our Don't Panic workshop for your 3-step plan for financial security in 2025: https://herfirst100k.ac-page.com/dont-panic Let’s be real — 2025 is already shaping up to be a hell of a year financially, and not necessarily in a good way. Between Trump’s tariffs, a tanking stock market, and recession fears popping off everywhere you look, it’s overwhelming out here. That’s exactly why I recorded this episode — not to scare, but to prepare. If it feels like the financial world is spiraling and you’re wondering how the hell to protect yourself, your savings, and your sanity, this episode is your lifeline.I’m breaking down everything you need to know to weather this economic storm––why this financial crisis is different from 2008 and 2020, what to actually do with your money right now depending on your age, and how to build security without spiraling into panic. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or you’ve been stacking coins for years, this episode is packed with clear, actionable, no-BS advice. Please share this episode with your friends and family!Resources:Stock Market Secrets FREE workshop: http://herfirst100k.com/secrets Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur recommended financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizRead transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/225-recession-tariffs-and-the-stock-market-a-no-b-s-guide-to-economic-volatility/Special thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceFor your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.MasterclassGet an additional 15% off any annual membership at Masterclass.com/FFPOD.IndeedGet a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at Indeed.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.ZocDocVisit Zocdoc.com/FFPOD to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.ResortPassVisit Resortpass.com and use code FFPOD to get $20 off your first ResortPass experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True crime lovers and financial feminists, buckle up — this one’s a wild ride. In today’s episode, I sit down with Emma Ferris, a renowned stress and resilience coach, podcaster and speaker, who shares the jaw-dropping story of how she was conned out of $150,000 by someone she thought she could trust — her romantic partner. Yep, this story has it all: love bombing, secret identities, fake businesses, and a bank sting operation worthy of a Netflix series. But more importantly, Emma walks us through the emotional aftermath — the shame, the trauma, and the bravery it took to reclaim her money, her voice, and her sense of self.Emma’s Links:Website: http://www.thebreatheffect.com/Conning the Con podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/conning-the-con/id1516505977 The Bravery Academy podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-bravery-academy/id1695921041 Online Breathwork courses: https://thebreatheffect.thrivecart.com/breathe-right-course/ https://www.thebreatheffect.com/transform/ Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/224-how-i-got-conned-out-of-150000-with-emma-ferris/Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceFor your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.MasterclassGet an additional 15% off any annual membership at Masterclass.com/FFPOD.IndeedGet a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at Indeed.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.ZocDocVisit Zocdoc.com/FFPOD to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're job hunting in 2025, this is the only job-hunting podcast episode you’ll ever need. Seriously. I’m sitting down with Erin McGoff––award-winning career educator, content creator, and the founder of AdviceWithErin, to break down exactly how to stand out and land the job of your dreams in this wild hiring landscape. We’re talking about the biggest job market trends, the right (and wrong) ways to apply, why networking is more crucial than ever, and how to figure out what kind of career actually fits your life. Whether you're currently job hunting, thinking about a career pivot, or just want to be prepared for the next step in your professional journey, this episode is packed with the advice you wish you’d heard sooner. Erin’s Links:Website: https://www.erinmcgoff.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advicewitherin/ Erin’s Newsletter: https://www.hyperhelpful.com/ Career Advice Quiz: https://advicewitherin.com/quiz Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/223-the-job-hunting-guide-to-2025-with-erin-mcgoff/Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceFor your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.MasterclassGet an additional 15% off any annual membership at Masterclass.com/FFPOD.PublicFund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/ffpod and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio. (see disclosures: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/223-the-job-hunting-guide-to-2025-with-erin-mcgoff/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FLASH SALE! FOR 24 HOURS ONLY, join us in Stock Market School FOR 50% OFF with code 'SECRETS': https://herfirst100k.com/investYou asked, and we answered! In this special replay episode, I answer voicemail questions from the podcast community and Stock Market School, including questions about investing, retirement planning, and the notorious pitfalls of certain financial institutions. From navigating the emotional pull of paying off mortgages to escaping the clutches of Edward Jones, I'm tackling it all—tune in!Resources:How to Start InvestingFinancial Feminist bookStock Market SchoolFree Investing Workshop: Stock Market SecretsWhat you need to know about mortgages with Kate WoodLooking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsRead transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/222-ask-tori-investing-and-retirement/Not sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceGet cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.IndeedHiring? Indeed is all you need. Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at www.indeed.com/ffpod.PublicFund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/ffpod and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio. (see disclosures: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/222-ask-tori-investing-and-retirement/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes at Saturday Night Live? Well, you’re in for a treat because today I’m sitting down with SNL writer and comedian Ceara O’Sullivan—the brilliant mind behind the viral Domingo sketch. Ceara takes us inside the fast-paced world of late-night comedy, sharing what it’s like to write and pitch sketches for one of the most iconic TV shows of all time. From the grueling weekly schedule at SNL to what actually happens when a sketch bombs, Ceara gives us an inside look at a dream job that’s equal parts exhilarating and exhausting.But this episode isn’t just about SNL—it’s about the hustle, the rejection, and the financial realities of being a creative. Ceara opens up about her journey from improv in Boston to TikTok during the pandemic, to finally landing SNL (on her second attempt!). We also get into the economics of being a comedian—how she manages money in a field with unpredictable income, when she knew it was time to become an S Corp, and how much it actually costs to build a career in entertainment. If you’ve ever been curious about what it takes to break into comedy, or you just want to hear some wild behind-the-scenes stories from SNL’s 50th season, this episode is for you. Ceara’s Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cearajaneo/Petty Crimes podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/pettycrimespod/#Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/221-behind-the-scenes-at-snl-with-domingo-writer-ceara-osullivan/Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community! Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceGet cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.IndeedHiring? Indeed is all you need. Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at www.indeed.com/ffpod.PublicFund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/ffpod and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio. (see disclosures: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/221-behind-the-scenes-at-snl-with-domingo-writer-ceara-osullivan/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking about money with your partner can feel awkward, overwhelming, or straight-up terrifying—but avoiding it? That’s a guaranteed way to create resentment, stress, and financial chaos. Nearly half of couples argue about money, and 36% say it's one of the biggest sources of stress in their relationships. So, how do we break the cycle and actually have productive, meaningful conversations about money with the person we love?Enter Ramit Sethi—money expert, bestselling author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich, and the host of Netflix’s How to Get Rich. He’s here to help us navigate the messy, emotional, and psychological side of managing finances as a couple. We’re getting real about why money fights happen, the invisible scripts we bring into relationships, and how to align financially even when you and your partner have wildly different incomes, spending habits, or financial values. Plus, we’re tackling one of the biggest taboos—what happens when a woman earns more than her male partner. If you want to stop arguing about money and start feeling financially aligned, this episode is a must-listen.Ramit’s Links:Order Money for Couples: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/books/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ramitsethiMoney for Couples podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-for-couples-with-ramit-sethi/id1577864998Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/220-how-to-talk-about-money-with-your-partner-with-ramit-sethi/Looking for accountability, live coaching, and deeper financial education? Check out our exclusive community: Join the $100K Club: https://herfirst100k.com/100k-podOur favorite travel and cash-back credit cards, plus other financial resources: https://herfirst100k.com/toolsNot sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quizSpecial thanks to our sponsors:SquarespaceGo to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase.Rocket MoneyStop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/FFPOD.QuinceGet cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/FFPOD for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.NetsuiteDownload the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/FFPOD.GustoRun your first payroll with Gusto and get three months free at gusto.com/ffpod.IndeedHiring? Indeed is all you need. Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at www.indeed.com/ffpod.PublicFund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/ffpod and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio. (see disclosures: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/220-how-to-talk-about-money-with-your-partner-with-ramit-sethi/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the world of investing as different platforms are compared. Explore the pros and cons of using a financial advisor versus going the DIY route or relying on robo-advisors. Discover hidden fees that could cost you big and learn which option may suit your financial goals best. Plus, get personal recommendations and a powerful tool to kickstart your investing journey without the overwhelm. Lastly, understand the vital role of financial advisors and how their compensation models can impact your decisions.