Real money talk - student loans, $600 car payments, and the trap of “saving” without investing. We react to YouTube advice about how simple choices (Roth IRA, index funds, and automatic contributions) turn $10k into real progress, why “always be buying” beats timing the market, and how to build a wealth force field that buys time, options, and peace of mind. ... Show More
Jun 19
We asked 1,000 millionaires how they got rich. Here’s what they said.
What do real millionaires actually do with their money? We surveyed 1,000 millionaire households to uncover the habits, savings rates, investing behaviors, home-buying decisions, debt strategies, and wealth-building mindset that helped them achieve financial independence. From ne ... Show More
34m 17s
Jun 15
Financial Advisors React to Insane Money Clips
Financial Advisors React is back with some of the wildest money clips on the internet. From “money is just an idea” and private chef tax write-offs to trading challenges, student loan reality checks, and people who have never heard of a 401(k), Brian and Bo break down the financi ... Show More
21m 31s
Nov 2025
Best of 2025: How To Change Your Finances in 1 Week
This week, Sim shares the ultimate 7-day financial glow-up plan to help you take control of your money, build wealth, and live your dream life. From tracking your net worth and cutting back on spending to negotiating a raise and setting up automated investing, this episode breaks ... Show More
31m 19s
Feb 2025
212. Finance For College Students (Scholarships, Investing, Saving, AND Life Advice!) with Cherie Animashaun
College students or parents, friends of college students, if you're trying to graduate debt-free, or if you're trying to become financially literate, this is the episode for you! In this episode, I’m talking to teen activist and nonprofit founder, Cherie Animashaun, about all thi ... Show More
57m 22s
Nov 2025
The Real Financial Order of Operations - Part 2 of 2
This is part two of our financial order of operations series.
In part one, we covered the non-negotiables—the oxygen mask, debt payoff, insurance, and the foundation of every real financial plan. This week, we get into the gray areas. The places where conventional wisdom isn’t ju ... Show More
28m 10s
Oct 2025
Money, Mindset & the Machines: How AI (and Self-Awareness) Can Change Your Financial Future with Elizabeth Ayoola
What happens when technology meets money mindset? In this conversation, Elizabeth Ayoola — writer, finance expert, and co-host of NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast — shares how she went from writing $8 articles as a new mom to building lasting financial freedom. We get into how AI ... Show More
43m 26s
Sep 2025
Boost my Budget: Achieving your goals on a low income
How you structure your cashflow is the key to achieving your savings goals, no matter your income. Becca dreams of sipping cocktails in Fiji, but her budget feels messy. With a small mortgage, investment properties, and even some shares- she’s built a strong base. But a recent dr ... Show More
27 m
Feb 2025
You're Not Behind: Why Everyone SEEMS to Have More Money Than You
This week, Sim breaks down the five key ways to stop chasing fake wealth and start building real financial freedom. From understanding the hidden privilege behind wealth to working smarter, not harder, she shares practical steps to shift your money mindset and grow lasting wealth ... Show More
28m 19s