Brown Ambition

Hey Hey Hey! Happy almost-Thanksgiving BA Fam! This week, we talk about the shocking "Scandal" winter finale (Shonda...you still got it girl) and the Apple Music commercial that everyone's talking about. Brown Break: Tiffany explains why she is sick of "Money Mantras" and Mandi lays out the facts that seem to be conveniently missing from the   anti-Syrian refugee movement in the U.S. (yes, we're talking to YOU Dr. Ben Carson). Then, we spend some time answering a fabulous question from a reader who wants to know...how do I save for retirement when I'm constantly switching jobs and want to buy a house some day? Since we didn't have time to dig all the way into her situation, here are a couple of links to resources we mention on the show: 1: Tiffany's "Buying a Home Checklist" and 2) NAPFA.org, a database of fee-only financial planners where you can start your search for a financial advisor in your area. Have a question you'd like us to answer? email us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or tweet us @TheBApodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just 7 years ago, Patrice C. Washington was scraping up all the change in her purse to buy baby formula for her newborn daughter. Now, Patrice is a best-selling author and founder and CEO of Seek Wisdom Find Wealth, a boutique personal finance consulting firm based in Atlanta, GA, and is a featured financial coach on the Steve Harvey Show. On Jan. 19, Patrice is publishing her new book "Real Money Answers for Everyday Women" in bookstores nationwide. Patrice joins us to talk about hitting rock bottom and how she clawed her way back to the top. She also has some tough advice for everyday women looking to get ahead. "When people are unfulfilled in their careers that leads them to mismanage their finances," she says. "I meet so many women who are quick to go the mall because they're frustrated with everything they've been through all week." In addition to the lovely Patrice, we have a candid conversation about a dirty little monster called Stress...grab your stress balls ladies! You don't want to miss it. As always, send us your money questions at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Facebook.com/BrownAmbition or Twitter @theBApodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I know we say every episode is our best episode EVAH but....Y'ALL. THIS ONE IS FIIIIRE. In lieu of tips this week, Mandi sat down to chat with the extraordinary Mira Jacob, author of the critically acclaimed novel "The Sleepwalker’s Guide to Dancing" and all around badass. Mira's viral Buzzfeed post "37 Difficult Questions From My Mixed-Race Son" hit us right in the feels — so sweet, so funny, and so relevant to what it's like to be a parent raising a kid in a multi-cultural family today. Mandi talks to Mira about that story PLUS her bumpy ascent in a business that, well, isn't exactly known for its loving embrace of diverse voices. BUZZWORTHY: -Starbucks cup? War on Christmas? Y'all cray. -We've had it with Spirit Airlines. And not just because they kicked 6 black people off a flight last week. -Serena Williams catches a crook. Ben Carson's lies catch up with him. -Donald Trump BOMBS on SNL. And all is right with the world again. BROWN BREAK: -Tiffany dumps her waist trainer for the real thing. -Mandi goes IN on so-called "travel hackers". Did we mention Mira is GORGEOUS too? #Werk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey hey hey BA Fam! Have you signed up for our newsletter yet? We won't spam you, promise! Once every few weeks we check in to let you know what's been going on in Brown Ambition land and give you tips on everything from saving and investing to balancing life + career. If you'd like to keep things a bit more casual, hit us up on Twitter or Facebook. This episode is dedicated to all the fans who've blown us away with your support of the show so far -- thanks to you, we made it to the iTunes "New & Noteoworthy" list for podcasts! Such amazing news. In this week's show, we talk about the importance of having older women around you as you advance in your career and how to pick and choose your mentors. You do not want to miss this segment — we tell you all the mistakes we've seen young people make and the key things you should know before you ask someone else for advice. Do YOU have a question about career or money you'd like us to answer on the air? Send us an email at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy 10th episode to us! In honor of the big 1-0, we are bringing you a PACKED show filled with all your favorite segments: Buzzworthy, Brown Break, Tips and Wins of the Week. As if that wasn't enough, we're also announcing the WINNER of our iTunes giveaway! Buzzworthy: -We are here for Dominican Drake! The #Hotlinering video was great...but the memes were even better. -Everyone's favorite "Hero Mom" from the Baltimore Riots has sadly not done too well since her 15 minutes of fame. -From one crazy to the next, Ann Coulter (of all people) puts Raven-Symone in her place. -Thousands of RushCard customers lost access to their funds for nearly 2 weeks. Now Russell Simmons is in hot water with regulators. We discuss the details and share stories from people who are struggling to pay bills without their hard-earned money. Brown Break: -Tiffany is over people who want to take but not give. -Mandi has a double BB this week: Texas + Trump Tips: -What's it like being a woman who earns more than her partner? How do you own your financial power and your success without diminishing your partner's role in the household? We keep it real and tell you what has worked for us. Wins of the week: -Tiffany treats herself to something nice. -Mandi gushes about her new TV obsession — "Jane the Virgin" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're baaack! Tweet us @TheBApodcast or join the fun community we're building on Facebook! Let us know what topics/questions you'd like addressed on the show. We spend a lot of time on today's show talking about one of our favorite subjects — how to push through and ask for more when you deserve it at work. We were inspired by Jennifer Lawrence's open letter about gender bias in the entertainment industry. Here's what else we've got cooking this week, BA fam: Brown Break: Why has no one canceled The View yet? Like for real though? And Tiffany begs the world to stop asking her this ONE question. Tips: Tiffany "The Budgetnista" herself reveals her (drumroll please!) BUDGET and we talk about how we work hard to avoid the "lifestyle inflation trap." Wins of the week: Tiffany tells you about the nonprofit helping homeless kids enjoy their birthdays and Mandi gives a huge shoutout to one of her idols. Want to stay in touch? You can always email us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to you beautiful people our last episode was our most popular show to date! Please keep spreading the word by leaving us a review on iTunes and tweeting us @TheBApodcast with the hashtag #BrownAmbition. We keep the party going on Facebook, too, so like our page and stay in the loop on all our BA news: facebook.com/brownambition. Here’s what we’ve got going on in this week’s show: BUZZWORTHY: Tiffany teaches Mandi the meaning of “project heat”. How a teenage boy got a publisher to rewrite a chapter in his history book. #BrownAmbitionForReal We tell you ALL you need to know about “Hood Smart,” a show that has us buzzing with brown pride. BROWN BREAK: Mandi has some strong words for people spreading lies about Planned Parenthood.  It’s Halloween season and Tiffany makes a plea for the end of black face. TIPS: We give you FIVE amazing strategies to make your credit score “Jump like Jordan” as Tiff says. WINS: We introduce you to the woman who turned a school bus into a mobile financial literacy movement. She’s truly everything that Brown Ambition is all about. Mandi has a special shoutout for Shonda Rhimes (and it has nothing to do with her TV shows!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may know her as the Money Coach, but we call her our Fairy Money Godmother — the incomparable Lynette Khalfani-Cox is our first-ever BA podcast guest! Lynnette is a personal finance expert, television and radio personality, and the author of 12 books (Yes. 12.) including the New York Times bestseller "Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom." (Just in case you doubt her street cred, just know that Lynnette paid off $100,000 of credit card debt in 3 years!) She's an inspiration and she joins us to talk about how she made the leap from a 9-to-5 lifestyle to mega success as an entrepreneur. She also gets real about working side by side with her husband, Earl, and keeping their relationship healthy while managing their business. Don't forget we are doing an iTunes giveaway to a lucky reviewer! Leave a review and email us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com with a screenshot. We've got some great prizes! More info at brownambitionpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You guys. We couldn't wait a whole week to talk about the epic amounts of black girl magic that occurred at the Emmys this weekend, so we are bringing you a special bonus edition of Brown Ambition. From Viola's history-making win, to Regina King's long overdue trophy and the Apple commercial that still has us talking (#KerryMaryTaraji) ... so much to celebrate! We also have some exciting news to share about Tiffany's Live Richer Challenge! ITUNES REVIEW GIVEAWAY: We're giving a way a copy of Tiff's bestselling book "The Live Richer Challenge" along with an adorable "Frugal is the New Cool" tote bag to one lucky reviewer, so please leave a review in iTunes if you haven't yet. Then email us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com to let us know you have. Website: brownambitionpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tiffany tells you how to spot a life coach scam, Mandi calls for the end of World Star Hip-Hop and the ladies tell you how to manage your finances jointly with your partner. See more at brownambitionpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.