
Financially Naked
Your Best. Financial. Friends. (B.F.F.s) give you a weekly dose of personal finance stories, tips and insights. Join Trainers of The Financial Gym as they dig deep below the surface and get real about money! Along the way, they’ll be joined by members of the FinGym Fam for conversations about their own journeys of financial fitness and the triumphs and tribulations along the way.
Latest episodes

Jan 22, 2025 • 25min
Are You Financially Fit?
On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, hosts Sara B. and Gina, two Certified Financial Trainers, talk about financial fitness. They cover what it means, how to assess your financial health, and actionable steps to improve it. By drawing parallels between physical and financial fitness, they explore the importance of reflection, goal-setting, and building a solid foundation to reduce stress and create more freedom in your life. Whether you are seeking financial security or want to feel more in control, this episode offers practical tips and encouragement to help you on your financial fitness journey. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com. Resources Top 3 Exercises to Get Financially Fit How Do You Get Financially Fit? How Do You Know If You Are Financially Fit? Meet The Trainers Sara Belhouari, Certified Financial Trainer Gina Funaro, Certified Financial Trainer

Jan 15, 2025 • 41min
Overconsumption with Whitney & Sara B
On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, hosts Whitney and Sara B discuss the important issue of overconsumption. Inspired by Sara's personal experiences and recent social media discussions, they explore the societal and personal factors that drive us to overconsume and offer actionable strategies to break free from the cycle. They talk about voting with your dollar, finding your personal motivation, and making mindful choices to focus on both financial security and environmental responsibility. Resources Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy Consumed: The Need for Collective Change by Aja Barber For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Jan 8, 2025 • 37min
Client Success with Jonecia Lewis
In this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, Whitney, Marketing Coordinator at The Financial Gym, sits down with client Jonecia to talk about her financial journey. As a repeat client, Jonecia shares how The Financial Gym has helped her shift from living paycheck to paycheck to achieving financial confidence. From paying down debt to creating sustainable budgets and negotiating for a higher salary, Jonecia reflects on the mindset changes and support she gained working with her Trainer, Kimberly. Whether you're curious about The Gym's process or looking for motivation to start your own financial journey, Jonecia's story has something for you. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Jan 1, 2025 • 37min
What to Focus On First In Personal Finance
So you're ready to tackle your finances, that's great! But where do you start, there's so many things, so much to think about. Well this week Whitney and Garrett are going to walk you through where to begin. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com. You can sign up for our free Investing 101 Webinar or Financial Gym's Four-Week Challenge to kickstart your financial journey.

Dec 25, 2024 • 21min
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: End of Year Stressors
On this week's episode of Financially Naked: Stories of the Financial Gym, hosts Rachel and Whitney share a heartfelt conversation about handling the financial and emotional pressures of the holiday season. Whitney opens up about her personal journey, reflecting on her past experiences and lessons learned, while both hosts offer tips and tricks for focusing on financial and mental health during a busy time of year. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Dec 18, 2024 • 23min
What Is A Financial Plan from The Financial Gym
Two of our Certified Financial Trainers, Joy and Kylie are here to talk about financial plans. They discuss the importance of financial plans, who can benefit from having one, and how the Financial Gym approaches financial plans for our clients. If you’re curious about what a financial plan includes or wondering if it’s the right time to get one, this episode has you covered. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Dec 11, 2024 • 30min
Why Personal Finance Advice isn’t Universal with Ijal & Kadri
This week on Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, two of our Certified Financial Trainers, Kadri and Ijal are here to talk about why advice about personal finance isn’t universal. While the internet is a vast source of information, every situation is unique and the advice you hear on social media may not apply to everyone. They share information about how to filter through advice, how to recognize what fits your unique situation and the power of building a personalized financial plan that aligns with your goals and values. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Dec 4, 2024 • 26min
How our Upbringing Shapes our Money Mindset with Kylie & Whitney
This episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym is hosted by Whitney, our new Marketing Coordinator, and Kylie, a Certified Financial Trainer. Today, they have a deeply personal conversation about how our upbringing shapes our relationship and mindset with money. Whitney opens up about her journey through bankruptcy and debt, reflecting on how her experiences growing up had an impact on her financial journey in adulthood. Together, they explore the emotional and behavioral patterns tied to money, the tension between our financial goals and actions, and the importance of breaking generational patterns. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com. Resources Your Financial Blueprint: 4 Exercises to Decode Your Money Mindset

Nov 27, 2024 • 35min
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: Veterans Day
On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, Rachel, our HR Manager, sits down with Joy, Certified Financial Trainer and military spouse, in honor of Veteran’s Day. Together, they discuss the unique financial aspects of military life, share insights into the challenges and benefits of service, and discuss how the military can offer stability and career opportunities. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.

Nov 20, 2024 • 39min
Applying for A Loan/Mortgage with Catriona & Jill
On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, hosts Catriona and Jill, two Certified Financial Trainers, are here to talk about the ins and outs of applying for loans and mortgages. They cover the basics of personal and secured loans, navigating the loan application process, and details like debt-to-income ratios and credit scores. The hosts break down the importance of doing your due diligence, reading the fine print, and knowing your budget before taking on new debt. They also discuss the benefits of working with trusted people and practical tips to make the loan process less intimidating. For more details check out our show notes here! If you want to work with a Certified Financial Trainer to help navigate your finances, schedule a free warm-up call today! If you have any ideas or questions for the show, send an email to trainerpodcast@fingyms.com.