Financially Naked

In this DEIB installment of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, Rachel Adaline, HR Manager at The Financial Gym, and Erika, a Certified Financial Trainer, celebrate Pride Month. They dive into the specific financial challenges faced by the Queer community, including the cost of living in Queer-friendly areas and the financial aspects of family planning. Join Rachel and Erika for an insightful discussion packed with tips and strategies for managing Queer finances.  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.    

On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, our hosts are Catriona Williams and Gina Funaro, two Certified Trainers at The Financial Gym. One of the jobs of a Financial Trainer is breaking down financial topics into plain language that people at all skill levels can understand. We call this ‘Gymsplaining!’ Today, Gina and Catriona are here to Gymsplain the difference between fixed and variable expenses. When building a budget, understanding your expenses is a big part of the process! Join Gina and Catriona as they break down the definitions, discuss common misconceptions, and provide tips for categorizing tricky expenses.  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. Meet The Trainers Catriona Williams  Gina Funaro   

Welcome to another episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Carlos, a talented writer and author, who joins us to discuss his new children's book, Emergency Quarters. Inspired by his childhood experiences growing up in Queens, New York, Carlos shares the heartwarming journey of Ernesto, a young boy who learns the value of a quarter in the era of payphones.   In this episode, we chat about the importance of financial literacy, especially for children, and how Carlos's upbringing in a tight-budget household shaped his understanding of money. We explore the origins of Emergency Quarters, from a celebrated essay in The New York Times to a beloved picture book.  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.    

On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, our hosts are Rachel Adaline, HR Manager at The Gym and Joy Liu, a Certified Financial Trainer. Today’s DEIB episode is focused and inspired by Mental Health Awareness Month and we will be talking about managing stressors related to work and finance.   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. Meet The Team  Meet Joy Liu Meet Rachel Adaline  

On this episode of Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, hosts Kylie and Tina, both Certified Financial Trainers, dive into the ever-evolving world of student loans. While we've covered this topic before, the landscape of student debt is constantly shifting, making it crucial to stay updated. From the rollout of the SAVE plan to new forgiveness proposals and essential tips for managing your loans, Kylie and Tina provide the latest insights and practical advice you need to navigate your student loans. 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  https://studentaid.gov/loan-simulator/    https://financialgym.bysavi.com/   Meet The Trainers  Meet Kylie Lipinski, Certified Financial Trainer  Meet Tina Hang, Certified Financial Trainer  

This week on Financially Naked: Stories from The Financial Gym, join your hosts, Certified Financial Trainers Garrett and Jill, as they tackle a topic most of us face at some point: moving! After their conversation on home buying, they're back to talk about the financial and emotional costs of relocating. With Garrett's recent move and Jill's wealth of moving experiences, they're here to chat about everything from the dollars and cents to the rollercoaster of emotions that come with a move. From planning hacks to budget-friendly strategies, this episode has got 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.    

In this enlightening discussion, Amanda Clayman, a licensed therapist and host of the Emotional Inve$tment Podcast, shares her journey of overcoming financial shame and the vital link between money and mental health. She delves into the roots of impulsive spending and the emotional responses that drive it. Amanda emphasizes the importance of budgeting not just for finances, but as a tool for personal growth and well-being. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their relationship with money and to make more mindful financial decisions.

Please note: this episode contains discussions about eating disorders and disordered eating.   Welcome back to Financially Naked: Stories from the Financial Gym! In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of eating disorders and their connection to spending habits. Led by Joy, our Certified Trainer Advisor, and joined by her client Laura, a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders, we explore how emotional eating intersects with our financial decisions. Throughout the conversation, we navigate the complexities of disordered eating and spending, shedding light on misconceptions and offering valuable insights.  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. Meet The Trainer  Joy Liu  

Welcome to another episode of Financially Naked: Stories from the Financial Gym! In this month's DEIB installment, hosts Rachel Adaline, HR Manager, and Joy Liu, Certified Trainer Advisor, delve into the important topic of implementing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). From exploring the diverse financial perspectives shaped by individual backgrounds to discussing the pivotal role of empathy in financial training, Rachel and Joy navigate the complexities of DEIB within The Financial Gym and beyond. They shed light on the difference between performative DEIB efforts and genuine commitment, discussing the importance of meaningful action over surface-level pledges.    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.

Welcome to another episode of Financially Naked: Stories from the Financial Gym. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we're diving into financial resources for self-education with Kadri and Sara B! As they say, knowledge is power, but when it comes to financial literacy, the abundance of information out there can often feel overwhelming. That's why it's important to think about your learning style—whether it's visual, auditory, or hands-on—and tailor your educational journey accordingly. In today's episode, we'll explore avenues for learning, from podcasts and books to YouTube videos and social media accounts, ensuring that no matter your learning preference, there's a BFF-approved resource out there 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.