This week we are back with part two of Nate and Serena's follow-ups. Their original appearance on episodes 73 & 74 are some of our favorite episodes of the podcast, and it is very rare that I get a chance to speak to a couple after their episode airs.
Join us as we revisit moments from their first episode together, learn what changes they've made, and go ove ... Show More
Aug 19
222. “My husband is my 4th child. Will he ever help?”
Fernanda (44) and Jorge (48) have been married for nearly 25 years, raising three children, including one with lifelong special needs. Despite earning $130,000 a year, they consistently spend more than they make, and only have $300 in savings. Fernanda juggles multiple jobs and m ... Show More
1h 35m
Aug 12
221. “I’m almost 40 and still living paycheck to paycheck”
Romy (38) and Travis (37) are a married couple living in Cape Town—but despite earning over $130,000 a year, they’re constantly running on empty. Romy feels the crushing weight of managing everything alone, while Travis avoids financial planning and insists things will “just work ... Show More
1h 30m
Aug 5
220. “I carry the baby, the bills, and the stress”
Monica (36) and Michael (33) have been married just over a year and are navigating the pressures of new parenthood—but Monica feels like she’s doing it alone. She pays the rent, covers childcare, and works a demanding job, while Michael juggles three jobs and carries shame about ... Show More
1h 35m
Apr 2025
224. How I Got Conned Out of $150,000 with Emma Ferris
True crime lovers and financial feminists, buckle up — this one’s a wild ride. In today’s episode, I sit down with Emma Ferris, a renowned stress and resilience coach, podcaster and speaker, who shares the jaw-dropping story of how she was conned out of $150,000 by someone she th ... Show More
1h 12m
Jul 14
Real Talk: Podcast Behind the Scenes with Sarah EP 259
In today's episode, Sarah shares some real behind-the-scenes podcast talk with listeners. She chats about how Best Laid Plans came to be, how she chooses guests, how she tracks podcast logistics, what she outsources, how she handles listener emails, and much more! Visit her websi ... Show More
25m 35s
Oct 2024
"Should I Break Up Over Money Or Stay Together"
In this Vault Ask Shannah episode, we dive into a raw and relatable question from listener Nicole, who struggles with money fights that threaten her relationship. After 5 years together and therapy sessions that feel like they’re going nowhere, Nicole and her partner are still sn ... Show More
36m 17s
Jul 2024
An Interview With My Nanny
Sierra Schultzzie and guest, Hannah, talk about their relationship, the idea of “hidden” influencer nannies, funny stories from nannying and Hannah’s college to career transition in her twenties.Thank you to our sponsors!Join over a million people building credit with a Kikoff cr ... Show More
1h 18m
Feb 2025
Everything is Changing & We’re a Little Scared… Sharing Stories & Updates We’ve Haven’t Shared yet
In today’s episode Kaleb and I open up about past stories, Kaleb’s dream to go to law school, potentially moving, and MORE! I hope you guys enjoy this episode and the NEW podcast rebrand! We have some exciting guests coming up this season! ORDER JEANINE’S BOOK HAPPY & HEALTHY or ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 6
WE BACK - Frugal Fun, Travel Tips, & Sabbatical Takeaways #1019
Finally… a freshie! We’re done with bestie episodes for the summer and are excited to sit down and fill everyone in on what we’ve been up to for the past six weeks. We recount how lucky and blessed we are to be able to take a break from our 9-5, share some of our favorite ways we ... Show More
35m 27s
Feb 2025
Kat Campbell | In’s & Out’s of 2025: Staying In, Ditching Small Talk & Clean Living!
#813. We’re here for an episode with Kaitlyn’s bestie, Kat Campbell, as they break down their In’s & Out’s for 2025! The girls are all about clean living with the 80/20 rule, romanticizing small moments, and making staying in cooler than ever. Meanwhile, small talk, weekend FOMO, ... Show More
35m 17s