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The Brown Ambition Podcast helps you unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing and making smart career choices — on your own d@mn terms! New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Jun 15, 2022 • 46min
Ep 312: A Will vs A Trust !
The ladies kick off the episode by explaining the difference between a trust and a will.Then, this week's boost and break is all about Juneteenth and how black people are asking for reparations though financial donations.Mandi and Tiffany also give examples on how to put pressure on companies to hire black people in celebration of Juneteenth.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 2022 • 23min
BA Q&A: Credit Score Jumps Like Jordan
The ladies are back to answer your hard hitting credit questions!First, What to do when your credit score isn't the same on different credit reports? Then, can you buy a house with a 650 credit score?We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 8, 2022 • 41min
Ep 311: A Stock Split Holiday
The ladies kick off this week by discussing the Amazon stock split.In this episode, Mandi shares her disappointment with Elon Musk and is unsure if she'll have to turn in her Tesla -- which leads to an interesting conversation about the privilege of the wealthy.Then, Mandi and Tiffany tackle the concept of gentrification and how it effects their personal lives.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 3, 2022 • 16min
BA Q&A: Should I Invest My Emergency Fund?
Hey BA fam! Mandi and Tiffany are ready to tackle another round of your questions. This week, a listener asks if she should settle for her current job -- or take the leap to a better opportunity. Plus, the key things you should think about before investing with your emergency fund.Additional Links:https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandbuildsell/about/We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 1, 2022 • 36min
Ep 310: Turning Pain Into Power
As Mandi and Tiffany continue to grapple with the recent tragedies out of Buffalo and Uvalde, they discuss how to take power into our own hands and create change. From emailing local officials to the importance of self-care, the ladies break down key action-steps we can take to find purpose amid the pain. (Via Everytown For Gun Safety) "Right now, the U.S. Senate is considering several important gun safety priorities that can help end our country's gun violence crisis—including background checks on all gun sales, a red flag law, and the confirmation of Steve Dettelbach as Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)."To tell your representatives in Congress to support these important measures, contact them here.Additional links:https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/05/25/us/gun-control-republican-senators.htmlStillness is the Key: https://www.amazon.com/Stillness-Key-Ryan-Holiday/dp/0525538585We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2022 • 22min
BA Q&A: Manifesting Wealth
The ladies are back to answer your hard hitting questions for this week!First, how to find a job making more money instead of picking up a side hustle. Plus, is it smarter to pay off credit cards or your student loan debt to start building wealth?We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2022 • 57min
Ep 309: The Other Side Of Entrepreneurship
The ladies kick off this week by recapping Tiffany's Jordan vacation and Mandi's experience at the Webby Awards!In this episode, Tiffanys opens up about having to lay off employees and the toll that it's taking on her emotionally.Here's a link to the book "Burn Out" by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski.https://www.burnoutbook.net/about-the-authorsWe want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 2022 • 24min
BA Q&A: Did I Just Join A Pyramid Scheme?
The ladies are back to answer your hard hitting questions!First they help a listener who isn't sure if she should pay off her debt by using her personal funds or her business funds.Plus, advice for a listener who is unsure if she's joining a pyramid scheme or not.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 2022 • 43min
Ep 308: Why I-Bonds Are Suddenly A Sexy Investment.
The ladies kick-off this week's episode by recapping Mother's Day shenanigans! Mandi and Tiffany talk about a future recession and how to play it safe in the stock market just in case.They also discuss their health journeys and Mandi gives us insight on her upcoming book proposal!We want to hear from you ! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcastNew York Times Article about Bronx tenantshttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/06/realestate/tenants-eviction-port-morris-bronx.htmlI-bonds Articlehttps://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/products/prod_ibonds_glance.htm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 2022 • 22min
BA Q&A: I'm Worried About My Credit Score!
Tiffany is Back-ish and both of the ladies are here for an informative BA Q&A. First, what are the pros and cons of "Heloc" (Home Equity Line Of Credit). Plus, what to do if you miss a payment to avoid your credit taking a hit? Lastly, is 50 too old to establish a 401k?We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


