Financial Feminist

The US throws away more food than any other country in the world - over 80 billion pounds per year, with each American throwing out an estimated 30% of the food they purchase. This alarming fact is what propelled today’s guest to create a cookbook & community dedicated to showing people how to transform commonly wasted foods into delicious recipes.Carleigh Bodrug is the CEO and Founder of PlantYou, a New York Times Bestselling cookbook author, and self-taught plant-based chef famous for her simple take on low-waste and vegan recipes. In this episode she and Tori dive into the topic of reducing food waste and saving money on groceries, with Carleigh sharing her expertise on how to make the most out of ingredients, minimize waste, and maximize flavor, all while sticking to a budget. From innovative recipe ideas to practical tips for utilizing kitchen scraps, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone looking to eat more sustainably and economically.Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://financialfeministpodcast.com. Not sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https://herfirst100k.com/quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the parallels between poker and life, embracing discomfort and calculated risks for success. Learn from self-made billionaire Jenny Just about navigating fear of success, embracing risk, and financial literacy. Gain insights on overcoming societal conditioning, discomfort, and harnessing risk-taking for personal growth.

The podcast covers the journey of writing a bestselling book, from crafting a book proposal and finding a literary agent to navigating book release strategies and sales channels. It delves into the intricacies of book promotion, the impact of fan support on sales, and the challenges and rewards of transitioning from successful branding to writing a book.

Learn valuable insights on diversifying investment portfolios, saving money on groceries, managing debt, maximizing scholarships, and building a strong financial foundation from Tori Dunlap and Tiffany Aliche on Financial Feminist. Discover tips on budgeting, Roth IRAs, real estate investments, and more for every stage of your financial journey.

In this episode, Career Contessa's Lauren McGoodwin shares valuable insights on workplace dynamics, salary negotiation, and job search strategies. Topics include deciphering company cultures, AI tools for job searches, and advocating for fair compensation. The discussion delves into the importance of strategic dressing for job auditions, demystifying job hunting myths, and navigating raises through empowering conversations about salary.

The podcast discusses the harmful effects of the 'go big or go home' mindset on personal growth and offers strategies for overcoming it. It challenges the all or nothing mindset in areas like exercise, finance, and relationships, encouraging listeners to embrace imperfection and small steps. The episode also explores the benefits of casual dating and pursuing hobbies for personal fulfillment.

Discussing the challenges and triumphs of single motherhood, Kim Williams shares her journey as a single mom. They cover the stigma surrounding single motherhood, the importance of community support, and practical resources for single moms. The conversation highlights resilience, strength, and empowerment of single mothers.

Entrepreneur Jenna Kutcher joins Financial Feminist podcast to discuss embracing discomfort, navigating ADHD, viral moments, work/life balance, and the power of podcasting. Topics include childhood money memories, starting a small business with limited resources, letting go and inviting ease, embracing change, and navigating body image and identity.

Overcoming mindset obstacles and fears of failure in starting a business. Exploring false beliefs about needing an MBA or detailed business plan. Importance of taking action and 'done is better than perfect'. Reflections on becoming an expert and gaining credibility. Embracing the mindset required for entrepreneurship.

Madeline Pendleton, business owner and author of 'I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt,' shares her journey of dealing with loss due to financial stress and how it influenced her approach to running an ethical business. Topics discussed include the emotional connection to money, the struggle of providing employee benefits as a small business, the importance of building a well-designed website, and the significance of budgeting for financial stability.