

Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF
Vivian Tu
Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, is getting up close and personal, about the good, bad, and ugly on how money impacts all of our lives. Instead of your traditional boring business podcast, Networth and Chill covers financial topics as they relate to YOUR ACTUAL LIFE, all while feeling like a conversation with your best friend. Each episode breaks down a complicated economic or business concept into easy to understand terms, while tapping experts, professionals, and some of your favorite famous faces to give actionable tips & advice on how to make the most of your money. Grab a drink and get ready to Networth and Chill. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 58min
How Student Loans Nearly Ruined Comedian Joel Kim Booster's Life!
Joel Kim Booster, a comedian and writer known for his work on 'Fire Island' and 'Loot', shares his journey from student loan struggles to comedy success. He discusses the financial realities of live gigs, the importance of multiple income streams, and how student debt shaped his perspectives. Joel gives insight into balancing authenticity with commercial pressures, and the challenges of unpredictable income in entertainment. He also reflects on wealth inequality and offers practical advice for managing finances as a creative.

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Nov 26, 2025 • 45min
How Cole Walliser Turned a $100 Dollar Gig into the Red Carpet Glambot!
Cole Walliser, a filmmaker known for his viral red carpet 'Glam Bot' videos, joins to discuss the intricacies of managing finances in creative fields. He shares how he turned a $100 gig into a thriving business and the reality behind earning from viral content. Cole reflects on his unique journey as a self-taught director and the importance of creative independence. Discover his favorite moments working with stars like Ariana Grande, how financial literacy shaped his career, and his ambitions for the future!

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Nov 19, 2025 • 23min
Black Friday or Black Hole? Where Your Money Really Goes
Dive into savvy shopping strategies as Vivian breaks down Black Friday's hidden traps. Discover which deals truly deliver value and learn to dodge impulse buys. Unearth the math behind discount tactics and how retailers lure you in. Find out when to shop for real savings, and get tips on maximizing cash back. Vivian shares smart choices for gifts and thoughtful presents for colleagues. Get ready to shop intentionally and redefine your Black Friday experience!

Nov 12, 2025 • 1h 1min
Sophia Bush on Pay Gaps, Podcasting Money, and Getting Rich While Staying True to Herself
In this insightful discussion, actress and activist Sophia Bush dives into her financial journey in Hollywood. She reveals the realities of paychecks from 'One Tree Hill' and shares her struggles with the gender pay gap. Sophia discusses diversifying her income through podcasting and venture capital, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy. She touches on balancing activism with profitability, navigating industry pressures, and how coming out transformed her view on money and relationships. A must-listen for those interested in wealth and authenticity!

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Nov 5, 2025 • 26min
What is Private Equity ACTUALLY & How Does it Affect YOU?
Dive into the world of private equity, where wealthy firms transform businesses through the buy-improve-sell model. Discover how these firms impact your favorite products and services, from your local gym's rising fees to disappearing menu items. Uncover the controversial tactics of cost-cutting and price gouging, while exploring the potential for everyday people to invest in private equity. Plus, learn what to do if your employer gets bought out and whether private equity is truly the villain it's often made out to be.

Oct 29, 2025 • 41min
Marina Larroudé on Disrupting Luxury Footwear (Without Going Broke)
Marina Larroudé joins Vivian to spill the tea on building wealth in the fashion industry and beyond in this refreshingly honest conversation about money, style, and success. Marina opens up about her journey from fashion insider to entrepreneur, sharing the financial lessons she learned while working with luxury brands and launching her own namesake shoe company. Marina and Vivian dive into the psychology of luxury spending, the business of fashion, and why financial confidence is the ultimate accessory. Plus, Marina shares her practical tips for making strategic shoe purchases that actually hold value and the money mindsets that helped her transition from employee to founder.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 43min
So You Got Fired Job - Now What? How to Find Your Next Job!
Vivian sits down with authors and career experts Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill to explore what really happens when you get fired and why it might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Drawing from their book "All The Cool Girls Get Fired" and interviews with powerhouses like Oprah, Katie Couric, and Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura and Kristina break down how to navigate today's brutal job market with resilience and strategy. Whether you're facing a layoff, stuck in a months-long job search, or wondering if it's time to leave a toxic situation without a backup plan, they share the real tactics that work when everything feels uncertain.
This conversation goes beyond traditional career advice to help you untangle your self-worth from your job title, turn unemployment into opportunity, and position yourself for roles that actually pay what you're worth. If you've ever felt defeated by rejection or wondered how to bounce back stronger from a career setback, this episode is your roadmap.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 48min
From Idea to Empire: Jennifer Hyman on Building Rent the Runway
Live from NYC, it’s Networth & Chill! Vivian sits down with Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, to explore her groundbreaking journey revolutionizing the fashion industry and redefining how women access luxury. From Harvard Business School idea to billion-dollar disruptor, Jennifer shares the bold decisions, calculated risks, and resilient mindset that built her empire.
Whether you're contemplating launching your own venture, or wondering how to turn an unconventional idea into serious wealth, Jennifer breaks down the real talk on scaling a business, and navigating setbacks that could make or break your financial future. If you've ever dreamed of building something from scratch or wondered what it really takes to go from startup founder to CEO of a company valued in the hundreds of millions, this episode is your insider playbook.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 51min
Making Million-Dollar Decisions: Suzy Welch's Tools for Success
Andddd we’re back! Vivian sits down with bestselling author, professor and expert Suzy Welch to explore her career journey and game-changing Values Bridge tool, a framework that helps you make tough career and financial decisions with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're wondering if it's time to ask for a raise, switch jobs, or take a risk on a new opportunity, Suzy breaks down how to use your core values as a compass for navigating the choices that directly impact your path to six figures. This conversation goes beyond traditional career advice to help you align your professional moves with what truly matters to you, so you can build wealth without sacrificing what makes you, you.
If you've ever felt paralyzed by a big decision or wondered whether you're making the "right" money move, this episode is your roadmap.
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Sep 10, 2025 • 27min
Why getting to $100k is SO HARD and How to do it
The latest discussion dives into the mental and practical barriers that keep many stuck before reaching six figures. It uncovers the overlooked psychological hurdles that affect high earners living paycheck to paycheck. Listeners learn the significance of early investment and the dangers of lifestyle inflation. With practical strategies for saving and managing debt, this episode empowers you to tackle the $100K goal head-on. Plus, Vivian addresses listener questions with insights to help navigate the journey to financial milestones!


