Money Tips for Financial Grownups: Recent Episodes

Bobbi Rebell

Host Bobbi Rebell, a Certified Financial Planner and author of “How to be a Financial Grownup” interviews newsmakers, authors, entrepreneurs, celebrities and experts who share money tips and more for listeners to live their best grownup life.

Bobbi shares some grownup decisions she has made, and the impact that will have on the podcast.

The co-founder Transperfect shares her sometimes-controversial strategies for career success from her time building a billion dollar company- including what the next generation needs to tell their parents. Plus her family song that still helps motivate her today.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/liz-elting

Learn specific ways to tap into your creativity and unique skills to be a financial grownup with Bridesmaid for Hire entrepreneur and author Jen Glantz.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jen-glantz

Kids are heading back to school and facing lots of different social pressures tied to money. Jessica Pelletier shares her insights on how to give the next generation the best values and priorities to set them up for success as financial grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jessica-pelletier

Being born wealthy can create priceless opportunities. But Keffeler joins us to explain how the rising generation still has to do the "inner work of money" and navigate family dynamics, financial education and intergenerational collaboration.

Inspired Budget’s Allison Baggerly shares her financial wellness strategies to manage anxiety, stay motivated to reach money goals and get comfortable when your goals are not the same as your friends and family.

Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin joins Bobbi to share strategies on how to provide the right kind of support for those we care about, without undermining their journey to being financial grownups.

We also discuss managing friends who are so generous it becomes awkward, and what to say to a loved one who is spending for emotional reasons that is supportive without being judgmental.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindsay-bryan-podvin-encore

8 years after his Ted talk on the lessons learned from his young kids monopoly games, the author and speaker shares his strategies for setting his now (almost) adult kids up for financial success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/adam-carroll-kids

Smart Shopping expert Trae Bodge is back on the podcast just in time for a back to school lesson. We share strategies on using this time to engage and inspire the next generation to be smart shoppers, and reveal Trae’s top ways to save as the kids head back to class.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/trae-bodge-shopping

The author of One Bold Move a Day, leadership consultant Shanna Hocking shares specific actions we can all take to advance our careers and our financial goals, and invest in peace of mind.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shanna-hocking-encore

Author Manisha Thakor returns to the podcast to share insights from her new book Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Manisha-Thakor

Carol Roth, shares how a seemingly simple premise from the World Economic Forum, that we will own nothing and be happy, could become a reality. We discuss the potential impact and consequences of owning nothing on wealth and financial independence.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/carol-roth

Do you love your job so much you would do it for free? Writing coach Estelle Erasmus, author of “Writing That Gets You Noticed” shares how she transitioned from passion to profit as a writer, and how we can get paid for what we love as well.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Estelle-Erasmus

Happy Money Happy Life author Jason Vitug shares specific ways we can take action to manage financially stressful situations in our life.

The Certified Yoga Instructor and breath-work specialist shares his own struggles and how he used meditation and a holistic approach to heal from being a self-described 'financial mess'.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jason-vitug-encore

Leveling up your lifestyle can be fun and exciting. Erin Lowry, the author of the Broke Millennial book and workbook series shares her strategies, and why putting it all down on paper in a workbook (like the one she just released) can help it all come together!

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/erin-lowry-2023

Tori Dunlap of Her First 100k shares how she grew her multi-platform business, highlights from her bestselling book Financial Feminist and her advice for financial grownups who want to focus on financial wellness.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tori-dunlap-encore

Melissa Jean-Baptiste, author of So This is Why I’m Broke: Money Lessons on Financial Literacy, Passive Income, and Generational Wealth shares her student loan story, the strategies she learned from it, and how we can all avoid the downward spiral of debt.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Melissa-Jean-Baptiste

Venture capital investing has traditionally been for the wealthy and well-connected. Sweater Ventures is out to change that with a new approach that creates opportunity for individual investors to participate in supporting a diverse portfolio of early stage companies.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/emma-clark

Adulting in the Real World creator Alyssa Mairanz shares her take on navigating the world as a financial grownup including tips on handling precarious social situations like group gifts, dinner bills, ordering delivery and managing parent/child relationships when adult kids live at home.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Alyssa-Mairanz

Dan Weissman, host of the Arm and a Leg podcast shares his strategies on affordable healthcare, new legislation that can lower your healthcare bills and protect your credit score, how to negotiate medical debt and more.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/dan-weissman

Certified Financial Planner Meghan Dwyer, who hosts the Money Isn’t Scary Podcast shares her strategies to manage the urge to splurge while still getting what you need.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/meghan-dwyer

The hosts of the Money Tales podcast share strategies to tackle taboo money topics with family and friends.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sandi-and-cammie

Kim Curtis, author of Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing, and Retirement Secrets shares how to use love to perform at a higher level, take more intentional risks and ultimately find greater financial success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kim-curtis

We all have our moments when we know we aren’t on track with our money values- or we see those we care about going off track. Dr. Megan Ford shares her strategies on how we can look internally at what is happening and how we can use those insights to help others.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/dr-megan-ford

Strategies to maintain relationships with loved ones who don’t share all your money values with financial planner Eric Roberge, co-host of the Beyond Finances podcast.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/eric-roberge

Being born wealthy can create priceless opportunities. But Keffeler joins us to explain how the rising generation still has to do the "inner work of money" and navigate family dynamics, financial education and intergenerational collaboration.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Kristin-Keffeler

Inspired Budget’s Allison Baggerly shares her financial wellness strategies to manage anxiety, stay motivated to reach money goals and get comfortable when your goals are not the same as your friends and family.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/allison-baggerly-book

Financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin joins Bobbi to share strategies on how to provide the right kind of support for those we care about, without undermining their journey to being financial grownups. We also discuss managing friends who are so generous it becomes awkward, and what to say to a loved one who is spending for emotional reasons that is supportive without being judgmental.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Lindsay-Bryan-Podvin

Financial Grownup is taking the podcast up a notch with a new focus on Financial Wellness. Bobbi shares the behind the scenes evolution of the podcast and why we need to be talking more about the ties between mental and emotional health and our money.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/introducing-wellness-for-financial-grownups

There’s nothing grownup about having bad debt. Marcus Garrett joins us to share how he got into debt, how his parents helped him become a financial grownup, and his 4 step strategy to become debt free.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/marcus-garrett-encore

Getting started in life is the ultimate financial grownup challenge.

Beth Hendler-Grunt shares her best strategies to get started and succeed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/beth-hendler-grunt

The author of Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life, Dr. Jordan Grumet shares his top money tips learned from working with patients in hospice care.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jordan-grumet

Ashley Kaufman, who bought her NYC apartment at age 24 shares how she did it, plus her best money tips for financial grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashley-kaufman-encore

Diane King Hall, from "Your Call with DK Hall" joins us with ways that all grownups can economically support the black community this month.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/diane-king-hall

From financial wellness to tough love on what it really takes to control how and when you retire, Don't Retire.. Graduate author Eric Brotman shares a unique perspective on how financial grownups can make their long term goals a reality- even if the math doesn't work at first.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/eric-brotman

Cameron Normand of This Custom Life, and Co-CEO of Stepfamily Magazine shares her strategies and advice for blended and otherwise complicated family finances.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Cameron-Normand

Happy Money Happy Life author Jason Vitug shares specific ways we can take action to manage financially stressful situations in our life. The Certified Yoga Instructor and breath-work specialist shares his own struggles and how he used meditation and a holistic approach to heal from being a self-described 'financial mess'.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jason-vitug

Tori Dunlap of Her First 100k returns to the podcast to share how she grew her multi-platform business, highlights from her bestselling book Financial Feminist and her advice for financial grownups who want to focus on financial wellness in 2023.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tori-dunlap

Hennion & Walsh Asset Management President and Chief Investment Officer Kevin Mahn shares his top 5 lessons for the New Year including how to interpret information from the Fed about inflation and whether it is time to try to time the markets.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kevin-mahn

Sometimes the financially "correct" thing will not create a healthy result. Author and CFP® Liz Frazier Peck explains how to make the right choices that align with both your financial and your life goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/liz-frazier-peck

vThe author of One Bold Move a Day, leadership consultant Shanna Hocking shares specific actions we can all take to advance our careers, our financial goals and have a great 2023.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shanna-hocking

Bobbi shares ideas and strategies to set yourself up for success in the new year.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/5-grownup-money-tips-for-2023

Kirk Chisholm of Innovative Advisory Group and the host of the Money Tree podcast shares some controversial viewpoints that may have grownups questioning the market assumptions we take for granted.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kirk-chisholm

Be Your Own CFO author and LifeBlood podcast host George Grombacher shares the experiences that pushed him to pivot on his priorities and advice on how we can be ready to make changes as well.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/George-Grombacher

Stuff happens. Francis Financial CEO Stacy Francis shares her best advice to be prepared for the unpredictable twists and turns life throws at us.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/stacy-francis

We all go through changes in our financial grownup lives. It might be marriage, having children, becoming an empty nester, divorce, changing careers or retiring. Be prepared or learn how to manage the different seasons of life with Squeeze the Juice author and financial advisor Jennifer Lee.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jennifer-lee

Getting started in life is the ultimate financial grownup challenge. Beth Hendler-Grunt shares her best strategies to get started and succeed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/beth-hendler-grunt

There are countless invisible money-related roadblocks that we don't see that are keeping us from reaching our money goals. Paco De Leon, who heads the Hell Yeah Group financial advisory firm helps us find and fix them.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/paco-de-leon

Julien and Kiersten Saunders share wealth building strategies and savings tips from their new book Cashing Out????????????

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/julien-kiersten-saunders

The author of “Naked and Unashamed: 10 Money Conversations Every Couple Must Have” joins Bobbi to share some controversial strategies proven to help couples set them selves up success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ericka-young

As investors’ appetite for risk continues to be tested by the stock market and crypto currency, we shine the spotlight on old school Certificates of Deposit.

Beth Pinsker shares how to buy them, which ones to buy and why CD's are having a moment for the first time in decades.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/beth-pinsker

Dorie Clark shares game-changing tips to upgrade our work and personal lives including a new alternative to the passion vs. money career debate, jet-lag productivity, heartbeat income and working more hours- in less time.
For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/dorieclark-encore

I Bonds currently pay 9.62 percent but that is ending very soon. Certified Financial Planner Jeremy Keil joins us to explain what I Bonds are, why the interest rate is expiring and how to decide whether they are right for you.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jeremy-keil

Bobbi welcomes back Robert Farrington to talk about his Cult of Money blog for the crypto curios.

We discuss everything from how to invest in crypto, to understanding Web 3.0, NFT’s and how to avoid scams.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/robert-farrington

Kelley Holland, author of You Are Worthy: Change Your Money Mindset, Build Your Wealth & Fund Your Future joins Bobbi to share strategies financial grownup strategies to boost your money mood and get back on track to your money goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kelley-holland

Investing in notes can be profitable but it is complicated. Bobbi gets the basics and the red flags from WeCloseNotes.com’s Scott Carson.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/scottcarson

Bobbi and Mario discuss the pro’s and cons of Exchange Traded Funds and Mutual Funds, including the dangerous and potentially very expensive red flags grownups need to know about before they invest.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/mariopayne

Talking Fintok, Robinhood, crypto, meme stocks and getting social with your investing habits with the founders of community investing platform Alinea.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/eve-and-anam

Bobbi chats with popular author and keynote speaker Whitney Johnson about how we can disrupt the traditional ways of talking to our kids about money to meet them where they are, boost their confidence and get comfortable revealing own financial struggles.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/disrupt-yourself

Bobbi shares her chat with Popcorn Finance podcast host Chris Browning. They focus on the best ways to transition teenagers to financial independence and more.

For more information, visit the show notes on Chris's site https://popcornfinance.libsyn.com/pcf322-bobbi-rebell

Bobbi joins Marriage Kids and Money host Andy Hill to talk about everything from realistic money discussions with kids, letting your emerging adults make money mistakes and preventing boomerang kids.

For more information, visit the show notes on Andy's website at https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/podcast/boomerang-kids-bobbi-rebell-launching-financial-grownups

Bobbi shares her interview with Lacey Langford on the Military Money show. Topics included common mistakes and bad habits to avoid, finding balance in your approach, creating a healthy family ecosystem, and protecting your own retirement.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

The author of Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life, Dr. Jordan Grumet shares his top money tips learned from working with patients in hospice care.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/docg

2022 is past the halfway mark. Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast host Shannah Game keeps us on track to make sure we don’t miss out before December 31 comes along.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shannahgame

Ashley Kaufman, who bought her NYC apartment at age 24 shares how she did it, plus her best money tips for financial grownups. For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashleykaufman

Author Natalie Silverstein returns to the podcast to preview her latest book: Simple Acts: The Busy Teen's Guide to Making a Difference

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/nataliesilversteinnewbook

Stephanie Uchima, host of the Mommy’s on a Call podcast shares easy and fun tips for getting kids on the right track to be Financial Grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/StephanieUchima

Media all-star Kim Rittberg gets us ready to exit our jobs the right way, and previews her new podcast: Mom’s Exit Interview.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/Kim-Rittberg

Feeling ambivalent about your career these days? With the pandemic dragging on, you are not alone. Whitney Johnson is back with some tips to get unstuck and recharge.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/whitneyjohnsonsmartgrowthencore

Concerns of economic turmoil are rising, and while we can’t prevent a storm, grownups can take specific steps to get ready and take stock of how well prepared they would be if the time comes to batten down the hatches.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jamiebosse

WFH is not going away. Learn how to love it more- or hate it less without spending any more money than you need with Jill Duffy, author of the Everything Guide to Remote Work.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jillduffyencore

There’s been mayhem in the markets. Here’s how to feel better about it.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

Kerry Hannon, author of In Control at 50+ shares her tips for all grownups on getting ahead by keeping up no matter what grownup life stage you are in.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kerryhannon

Learn the best advice, hacks and lessons to be your own self-made boss from top small business owners with authors Jackie Reses and Lauren Weinberg

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jackieandlauren

Home ownership is getting more expensive. But it is not impossible. I shared how our 24-year old did it- and how my husband and I helped give her just the right amount of strategic help- with Joe Saul-Sehy on Stacking Benjamins.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/stackingbenjaminsencore

Strategies for Parents to set Themselves up for Retirement by Launching Financial Grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/benjaminbrandtencore

In this week’s episode Bobbi answers the question she is getting asked the most after the release of her new book “Launching Financial Grownups”

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/questionsanswered

Parents and grandparents may be wary of crypto for their own portfolio's, but when it comes to setting up their kids for long-term investing success, UNest.co expects digital currency to be the gift of choice this year.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kseniayudina

As much as we try to do right, we all fall into some common money mistakes. Ash Exantus joins us with 3 to avoid, and a special challenge for ambitious grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashcash

Everyday we are seeing higher prices on everything from gas to the food we eat. But all is not lost. There are opportunities not just to cut costs as a consumer, but also to be smart as an investor. We talk with Andrew Graham of Jackson Square Capital for tips on how to navigate investing with inflation on the rise.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/andrewgraham

Futurist Amy Webb, co-author of The Genesis Machine, explains how money influences the development synthetic biology, and the risks we need to be aware of before it is too late.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/amywebb

Launching Financial Grownups: Live Your Richest Life by Helping Your (Almost) Adult Kids Become Everyday Money Smart it out! Bobbi shares some background and reveals the key takeaways from the book.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lfgbookrelease

In a special behind the scenes episode, Bobbi reveals how her own parenting challenges inspired her new book: Launching Financial Grownups: Live Your Richest Life by Helping Your (Almost) Adult Kids Become Everyday Money Smart, and how it can help you.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/5reasonsiwrotelfg

Let’s take the stress out of grownup life. Instead of lifestyle creep, embrace a lifestyle upgrade. Intimidated by the idea of building a full emergency fund? Just start with a short term crisis fund.

Ashley Feinstein Gerstley walks us through how to be intentional with our money, and avoid information overload.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashleyfeinsteingerstley2022

Cameron Huddleston is back on the podcast to share how we can help our older loved ones with daily money matters and other financial support- even if we are not prepared.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/cameronhuddleston2022

There’s nothing grownup about having bad debt. Marcus Garrett joins us to share how he got into debt, how his parents helped him become a financial grownup, and his 4 step strategy to become debt free.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/marcusgarrett

WFH is not going away. Learn how to love it more- or hate it less without spending any more money than you need with Jill Duffy, author of the Everything Guide to Remote Work.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jillduffy

Feeling ambivalent about your career these days? With the pandemic dragging on, you are not alone.

Whitney Johnson is back with some tips to get unstuck and recharge.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/whitneyjohnsonsmartgrowth

Careers Done Write’s Debra Wheatman shares her best tips for Grownups to level up their careers in the new year.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/debrawheatman

Inflation is surging and we are all feeling the pinch from the grocery store to the gas pump and more.

Jessi Fearon, author of Getting Good with Money shares her best tips to manage and protect money- and our sanity! when prices are on the rise.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jessifearon2

Actor Jim Belushi invites viewers to his south Oregon Cannabis farm to learn about his latest business ventures and his passion for the plant’s medicinal healing powers.

Bobbi and her husband Neil share why they were mesmerized by this edu-tainment offering from Discovery +.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/growingbelushiencore

The Success Factor factor author explains how to know what kind of mentor you need, how to look for one in sometimes unexpected places, and the best ways to get top mentors to help you achieve your goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ruthgotian

Instead of resolutions, and thinking about what we should be doing, let’s block out time to take stock of what we have and then decide: should we use it, or lose it?

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

Joe Saul-Sehy, along with co-author Emily Guy Birken, is out with his first book Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management. Bobbi puts him on the spot with a fun game of financial free association.

Listen to hear how Joe did - and if you would have the same answers.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/joesaulsehystacked

Treat yourself to the best grownup advice from podcast favorite Farnoosh Torabi. The So Money host and CNET Editor-at-Large joins Bobbi with a preview of her Page a Day Calendar for the new year- including some surprising advice from GirlBoss Sophia Amoruso.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/farnooshtorabi2

Feeling unmotivated, indifferent and blah about your career (AKA how you make money)? With the great resignation we’re experiencing you are not alone.

Unfollow Your Passion Author Terri Trespicio shares her tips on creating a life that matters to you AND that can also pay your bills.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/territrespicio

The holiday season can be a great opportunity to teach young children money lessons including needs vs wants, the importance of saving and investing, and the power of giving. Bobbi talks with The Wisest Investment author Robin Taub, about the best ways to have those talks, and make an impact on your kids.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/robintaub

This holiday season shopping is back- but with rising prices, shipping delays and the urge to make up for lost time, grownups need strategies.

Here’s how to get the gifts that that won’t be out of stock, and to make sure YOU are in control of what you pay.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/holidayshopping

Learn from Mindstorms author Kathleen Celmins how to know which ideas are worth monetizing vs. keeping as a hobby, why and how you should record and watch yourself speaking on video, and specific to come up with a business idea that you can monetize.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kathleencelmins

Want to have more money AND a better planet? Learn what we can control that really matters- and what we are over stressing about when it comes to climate change, waste, carbon offsets, plastic straws and all those questions about which milk to order from Wallet Activist author Tanja Hester.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tanjahesterwalletactivism

Susan McPherson, author of the new book, The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships shares 5 specific tips to connect and intentionally leverage your network of friends and colleagues.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/susanmcphersonencore

Learn how to optimize a kickstarter campaign, and the big mistake that slipped through the cracks for entrepreneur and personal finance teacher Rob Phelan- including how he raised more than double his goal and published his children’s book with almost no financial risk.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/robphelan

Don’t wait until January!! Friend of the podcast Allison Task is back with her latest project: A Year of Self Care Journal.

Find out how you can create a healthy financial ecosystem, get tips for active listening and the difference between responding and reacting and so much more.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/allisontaskselfcare

Woman’s Day Editor-in-Chief Meaghan Murphy shares how her enthusiasm for things she loves turns into sales.

Plus tips for dealing with toxic bosses at work, why she loves coupons even more than ever, and a preview of her awesome new book "Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with Yay.”

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/meaghanmurphyencore

The Squid Game is an intense look at the desperate measures people will take to get out of debt. While the story is fiction, the lessons we can take away about class divide, the reckless choices made when in debt, and the way money can reveal someone’s true character, are hitting home with so many of us. 3

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For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/thesquidgame

The winners are in! Fall is a great time to sink into a good book and we have the ultimate list including Machiavelli for Women by Stacey Vanek Smith,The Long Game by Dorie Clark, A Year of Self Care Journal by Allison Task, Wallet Activism by Tanya Hester and Estate Planning 101 by Amy Blacklock and Vicki Cook.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/booksforfall2021

Avoiding burnout is one thing- but what happens when it is happening and you need to find an escape? Career and Life Strategist Elizabeth Koraca shares 3 tips to managing burnout when it is actually happening.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/elizabeth-koraca

Dorie Clark shares game-changing tips to upgrade our work and personal lives including a new alternative to the passion vs. money career debate, jet-lag productivity, heartbeat income and working more hours- in less time.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/dorieclark

Who needs a start-up when you can buy your way into a business?

My Fab Finance founder Tonya Rapley shares why and how she decided to buy an online business and her tips on what she would and would not do differently.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tonyarapley

Want to have more power in the workplace? NPR’s Stacey Vanek Smith’s new book Machiavelli for Women takes the lessons from Machiavelli’s The Prince to give some specific and realistic ways to succeed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/staceyvaneksmith

Michele Cagan, author of The Financial Recovery Workbook and a CPA joins us to share strategies to recover from life’s inevitable financial setbacks.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/michelecagan

Grownups need to step up and do some planning for things we don’t want to even think about let alone admit we need to be ready to do.

The duo behind Women Who Money join us to share their absolute must-do’s right now-without waiting another minute- from their new book Estate Planning 101.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

Bobbi and her guests reveal their connections to MDLNY and share exclusive insider secrets and money lessons learned from the Bravo reality tv series focused on high end New York Real Estate agents in the final installment of the financial grownup summer watch party series.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/milliondollarlistingnewyork

Actor Jim Belushi invites viewers to his south Oregon Cannibis farm to learn about his latest business ventures and his passion for the plant’s medicinal healing powers. Bobbi and her husband Neil share why they were mesmerized by this edu-tainment offering from Discovery +.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/growingbelushi

Marriage Kids and Money’s Andy Hill joins Bobbi to break down the Netflix hit show that challenges couples to choose between the wedding of their dreams, and becoming home owners as they start their life together.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/marriagevsmortgage

Our summer watch party continues with the controversial new Netflix reality tv series My Unorthodox Life. Bobbi and Jessica Goodman, best-selling author of “They Wish They Were Us” and "They’ll Never Catch Us” explain why it’s getting serious backlash, and why they can’t stop watching it anyway.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/myunorthodoxlife

Our summer watch party kicks off with this endearing and often hilarious series from producer Ashton Kutcher staring financial expert Tonya Rapley and Chegg CEO Dan Rosensweig.

Bobbi is joined by Financial Wellness Expert Jason Vitug of Phroogal to share why they both could not stop binging this show and why you need to be watching it too!

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/goingfrombroke

Do you track your “Happy Spends” against your “Sad Spends”? Dr. Elizabeth Dunn of Happy Money will have you doing that and more with her money mental wellness tips. Don’t you feel better already?

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/drelizabethdunn

Anne-Lyse, author of Dream of Legacy: Raising Strong and Financially Secure Black Kids, shares her money tips for home buyers as well as her experiences and lessons to not get taken advantage of in business- especially from people you think you can trust.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/annelysewealth

Our grownup lives sometimes take a turn for the worst at the time we least expect it. Jennifer Grimson experienced it all from filing for bankruptcy twice, becoming AirBNB pro and making some tough decisions to downsize her family’s lifestyle in order to become a millionaire.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jennifergrimson

Jesse Mecham, found of You Need a Budget joins us with a fantastic list of ways we can be a lot less stressed out about money, communicate better about money with out loved ones, and in the end feel and be more in control of our finances.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jessemecham

After being stuck at home for more than a year, many of us are ready to spend!

This week’s Financial Grownup Dr. George Blount says that’s actually ok. But there’s some important strategies to keep us out of trouble when we hit that “buy” button.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/georgeblount

Competition is fierce for home buyers. Greg McBride tells us everything financial grownups need to know to get the best deal on their new home and other real estate buying insider secrets.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/gregmcbride

Woman’s Day Editor-in-Chief Meaghan Murphy shares how her enthusiasm for things she loves turns into sales.

Plus tips for dealing with toxic bosses at work, why she loves coupons even more than ever, and a preview of her awesome new book "Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with Yay."

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/meaghan-murphy

Flame Newton is turning his criminal past success in identity theft to educate and empower others.

The author and credit expert shares his money tips on credit cards, protecting your identity and much more to help us all be financial grownups.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/flamenewton

The Case for the Donut Wall and More Money Tips from the hosts of Netflix’s Marriage or Mortgage

It is wedding season! To celebrate we talked to Sarah Miller and Nichole Holmes of the show that asks the engaged to jointly make a big choice: A solid starter home- or a lifetime of memories with loved ones at a big wedding. The choice may seem simple- but if you listen you will see it is both financial and emotional.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/marriageormortgage

The newest star of the hit Bravo series shares specific tips on where to spend your money to get maximum impact in everything from real estate to your career wardrobe.

Plus: how they filmed a reality TV series during a pandemic.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kirstenjordan

Rachel Rodgers is back! She has a new book "We Should All Be Millionaires" plus why broken kitchen cabinets drive her nuts and why she is throwing out her “shitty bras”.

Rachel also updates us on the Rodgers Ranch and her company Hello Seven.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ceorachelrodgers

Entrepreneur Jennifer Owens found herself out of a job and out of luck after the startup she worked for folded.

But the former Working Mother Editorial Director quickly set her self up for success using some creative strategies she shares on the podcast.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jenniferowens

Catherine Alford did everything right as she got ready to start a family with her medical student husband. But the unexpected and financially devastating cost of her newborn twins forced her to make some tough choices, that have changed her whole view of the world.

Plus- her top negotiating tip and a preview of her new book Moms Got Money: A Millennial Mom’s Guide to Managing Money Like a Boss.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/catherinealford

Former pre-school teacher Tiffany Aliche created a mini-“boss” entrepreneur when her savvy stepdaughter started asking questions about money- and put her on an early path to being a financial grownup.

Plus we preview Tiffany’s latest book, Get Good with Money. 10 Steps to Financial Wholeness.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tiffanyaliche

The best-selling author reveals what happened when her dad opened her mail and saw her credit card debt, and the surprising result when she and her husband cut their budget by 90 percent.

Plus a preview of her new book: Your Turn: How to be an Adult.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/julielythcotthaims

Acorn’s Chief Education Officer Jennifer Barrett shares her own “wake up’ call’ when she learned to think like a breadwinner, and gives us specific strategies to build wealth and create a path to have the rich life we all deserve.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/JenniferBarrett

Susan McPherson, author of the new book The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships Shares 5 specific tips to connect and intentionally leverage your network of friends and colleagues.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/susanmcpherson2

Author Lindsey Pollak watched her thriving speaking career hit a wall when the pandemic hit a year ago. The career and workplace expert realized she had ignored her own advice, and had all her eggs in one basket.

Lindsey gets refreshingly candid about how bad it got, what she did, and how we can all do better.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/2021/3/10/lindsey-pollak

Now that we may be settling in to work from home for the long haul, it’s time to optimize our space and take out the stress so we can function like grownups. Bill Hirsch, Architect and Author of The Well-Centered Home: Simple Steps to Increase Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, and Happiness Where You Live.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/billhirschencore

The buzz on SPACs keeps building. Bobbi shares what is driving the trend, what a SPAC is, and what investors need to know about them.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/FGGSPACs

Are you working harder than ever and not getting paid what you are worth? Claire Wasserman explains why so many of us get short-changed and shares 5 specific strategies that will upsize our income and compensation. Plus Claire reveals the behind the scenes story of AOC’s decision to run for political office and her role in the gutsy move.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/clairewasserman

Jessica Zweig leads the thriving personal branding business: Simply Be. But the author of the new book "Be: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself” only got to this point in her life because she was able to exit a toxic business relationship that brought her personally and financially to rock bottom.

Plus she shares an everyday money tip that will help us reach our goals during the pandemic, no matter what obstacles we are facing.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/JessicaZweig

Gamestop's meteoric rise and fall, and the roles Redditt, Hedge Funds, and Robinhood played in it, have many lessons for financial grownups.

Bobbi explains what happened, and reveals what new data is showing that many news reports initially got wrong.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

When Jessica Goodman landed a book deal, and later a TV deal for her debut novel “They Wish They Were us” many people though she would go full time on her side-hustle. But Goodman says that was never the plan, and explains why and how she blends the finances and demands of her two dream jobs.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jessicagoodman

Author Ron Lieber returns to the Financial Grownup podcast to preview his new book "The Price You Pay for College”and share tips on the best ways to control college costs, including debunking some big myths about why college is so expensive and who gets how much aid, and why.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ronlieberfgg

Author Erica Keswin returns to the Financial Grownup podcast to discuss her new book Rituals Roadmap: The Human Way to Transform Everyday Routines Into Workplace Magic.

Erica shares specific, free and low cost ways to use rituals to improve productivity, increase a sense of safety and belonging, as well as purpose both for work and for life.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ericakeswinfggepisode

Author Barbara Huson joins the Financial Grownup podcast to share her research and insights on a new way to approach learning about money and wealth, as well as preview her latest book Rewire for Wealth: Three Steps Any Woman Can Take to Program Her Brain for Financial Success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/barbarahuson

Clever Girl Finance’s Bola Sokunbi is famous for saving $100k on a $54k salary in about 3 years. But then she started dropping $3,000 on a massive collection of luxury handbags, most of which she never even used.

Go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bolasokunbiencore for show notes and more.

Author Erin Lowry returns to the Financial Grownup podcast for an all-new interview focusing on the best ways to talk about money.

She shares her tips on how to get your parents to open up about their financial situation, how to set boundaries with friends, how to get the information you need to negotiate a raise, as well as having tough financial conversations with your romantic partner.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/erinlowryfgg

Journalist and author Nicole Lapin shares a hilarious story of how a lack of preparation almost led to total humiliation.

Plus - why procrastination can be a good thing for financial grownups.

Go to bobbirebell.com/podcast/nicolelapinencore for show notes and more.

Entrepreneur Kristy Gayton shares the money lessons she learned from her parents and how she found the middle ground in their very different mindsets. Plus how to get organized for 2021.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kristygayton

Fran Hauser became a financial grownup very young, helping her immigrant parents build their businesses by doing the books and serving as a liaison to clients as early as 1st grade.

The author of “The Myth of the Nice Girl, Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate” now applies those early life lessons to her search for startup investment opportunities.

Go to https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/franhauserencore for show notes and more.

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books for financial grownups, and how to decide if they are right for you.

This episode's picks include:

Undaunted, Overcoming doubts and doubters by Hint Founder and CEO Kara Goldin
The Rocket Years, How your Twenties Launch the Rest of Your Life, by Elizabeth Segran
The Money Tree, A story about Finding the Fortune in Your Own Backyard by Chris Guillebeau
The Well-Centered Home: Simple Steps to Increase Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, and Happiness Where You Live by William Hirsch

Plus a bonus fiction pick; They Wish They Were Us by Jessica Goodman

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/holidays2020books

Optometrist Jen Tsai was in the process of launching her solo practice when the pandemic hit. She shares how she kept her cool and managed to overcome financing and construction challenges, as well as build a retail practice while the world was in turmoil.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jennifertsai

Allison Baggerly’s emergency fund was literally a life saver for her beloved dog Joey.

She shares her money story, along with an everyday money tip that rescued her from an expensive online shopping habit she developed during the coronavirus pandemic.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/allisonbaggerly

Hello Seven CEO and author Rachel Rodgers has always been bold. But even she was surprised when her family took the plunge and bought a 50-Acre Ranch just after the pandemic started.

Her money story will reveal why it makes total sense to expand just when everyone else is in retreat.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/rachelrodgers

Jully Alma Taveras, known for your Investing Latina YouTube channel, shares her story of watching her father get sick, and realizing that she would have to step up and be the financial grownup.

Plus her every day money tip to save money on what she says is one of the worst things to buy at the grocery store.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jullytaveras

Claudia Chan, author of How We Rise and founder of the She Summit shares her experiences growing up as the child of immigrants who would hide money in all kinds of unusual places- because they didn’t trust the banks. Plus her everyday money tip to help us save money shopping online.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/claudiachan

Kara Goldin returns to the podcast to talk about how she broke (some) rules, got past business FOMO, and never relied on simple check lists to bring HINT to the success it is today.

Her new book, Undaunted, Overcoming Doubts + Doubters is part autobiography, part CEO manual and part therapy session for anyone aspiring to reach their career and life goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/karagoldinfgg

Certified Financial Planner shares his advice on how to get your finances ready for the future including some unconventional advice that you likely have not heard before, and how to face tough money choices.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/brianursu

Entrepreneur Chelsea Brennan’s product sales are surging during the Coronavirus pandemic but the boom has brought some difficult business and ethical decisions.

The founder of Smart Money Mamas shares her personal money story, along with how to do a money fire drill so you and your family are ready for emergencies.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chelseabrennanencore

As a young salesman Adam Carroll got a meeting with a big executive that changed everything. But it would not have happened without getting his name right.

Adam shares the story, all the good that came from that first meeting, and specific ways to remember people’s names.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/adamcarroll

Naseema McElroy candidly shares her experiences paying off debt and building a financial foundation, and how that journey allowed her to break free from both a toxic work environment and an abusive relationship.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/naseemamcelroy

Jen Richer, Author of “We Need to Talk, A Memoir About Wealth” and her husband made a fortune thanks to stock they both received while employed at Microsoft, adding more when her husband joined Amazon.

But as Jen shares, the blessings of wealth came with a social awkwardness until she learned some key strategies we can all learn from and apply to our lives when we have different financial circumstances from those around us.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jenniferrisher

Getting a PhD was an expensive, and time consuming investment for Elizabeth Segran. So the decision to leave academia did not come lightly.

We discuss the season of her life when she came to the realization that it was time to pivot, and the financial grownup moment that clarified what she really wanted to be doing.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/elizabethsegran

Bethany Bayless wanted to be a financial grownup when she was an 18-year college student. But when she couldn’t get a traditional college student job near campus, she got creative, earned the money she needed for expenses and found a way to give back to the community.

Plus Bethany shares her favorite apps to make extra cash.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bethanybaylessencore

After witnessing a friend make over $100,000 trading stocks, Dr. Brad Klontz went all in.. just in time for the tech bubble to bust. He lost the cash, but learned a lot of lessons about the market, and his own mental wealth.

Plus: the quiz you can take to find out if you have a money disorder, and what to do about it.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/drbradklontzencore

After 300 episodes Bobbi shares some of her hardest times as a financial grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/episode300

Learn how physical therapist Chris Mamula changed his whole financial path after experiencing two major life events. Chris shares the key steps he took to achieve financial independence on his own terms.

Plus a money tip that will change how you approach gift giving.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrismamula

Now that we may be settling in to work from home for the long haul, it’s time to optimize our space and take out the stress so we can function like grownups. Bill Hirsch, Architect and Author of The Well-Centered Home: Simple Steps to Increase Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, and Happiness Where You Live

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/billhirsch

When Liz Weston’s dad was on life support, the advanced care directive that would have allowed his children to carry out his wishes was incomplete, creating a potential cost of tens of thousands of dollars.

Liz shares her story, a long with advice to protect your family’s healthcare wishes, and finances.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lizweston

Some of the most common advice is also the worst. Bobbi and her guest, certified financial planner Roger Ma discuss some popular myths and how investors can protect themselves - and their money- from going down the wrong path.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/rogerma

On a very special episode, More Than Me founder Tiffany Smiley shares the story of her husband’s brush with death, his subsequent blindness, and how she became a financial grownup because of it.

Plus Tiffany's money tip on how to improve your personal finances during the pandemic.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tiffanysmiley

We ask about friends health, travel plans, and romantic relationships.

But not about whether they are ok in their financial lives. Rich and Regular’s Kiersten and Julien Saunders share their experiences trying to get their friends to care more, and actually ask more about each others financial well-being, and money security.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/richandregular

We revisit and share an update Financial Grownup Cameron Huddleston, one of the new co-hosts of Bobbi’s other podcast, Money with Friends. Cameron shares insights from her book “Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk. How to Have Essential Conversations With Your Parents About Their Finances”.

She also shares her own personal experiences including when she found herself dealing with her mom’s financial issues.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/cameronhuddlestonencore

Entrepreneur Jamila Souffrant’s Journey to Launch to financial freedom actually started before her red hot podcast and blog.

She took a risk on a not-yet-trendy Brooklyn neighborhood called DUMBO early in her adult life, and continues to profit from her smart bet.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/jamilasouffrantencore

Harlan Landes lost his car, his job, his apartment and his girlfriend all within 6 weeks. But the hard landing became a foundation for building a blog business he would later sell for enough money to be financially independent and start his dream non-profit.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/harlanlandes

When Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman looked for ways to fund her education, she deliberately chose to focus her studies on areas where there were ample opportunities for financial support like grants and scholarships for minorities.

The Sadie Collective is the first and only organization that uniquely addresses the underrepresentation of black women in economics and related fields.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/annagifty

Finepoint CEO Meredith Fineman, author of the new book “Brag Better” shares why learning the right way to brag about yourself is essential to reaching your goals.

Then walks us through 10 ways to brag better including how to integrate super power words, avoiding qualifiers, using nightmare questions and how to prepare ahead of time to get the best results.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/meredithfineman

Wealthy grownups use strategies to invest that are aimed at not just growing assets but also protecting their wealth in turbulent times, like we are currently experiencing with the coronavirus pandemic.

Vince Annable walks us through his theories and previews his new book: The Household Endowment Model- Wealth Planning for Affluent Families.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/vinceannable

As the coronavirus lockdown goes on, more elderly are separated from their families, and managing money for them can be a challenge.

Bobbi is joined by Amy Blacklock and Vicki Cook, the team behind Women Who Money, for a checklist of ways we can all make sure our parent and older relatives finances stay on track.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/amyandvicki

Mekanism CEO Jason Harris has always prioritized face to face human interaction. But since that’s not an option, he has found specific ways to re-create that experience online, and is getting results.

Jason shares them, along with how strategies from his bestselling book The Soulful Art of Persuasion can be adapted to the evolving work from home culture.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jasonharris

Organization expert and author Barbara Reich shares sustainable ways we can get things done during the coronavirus quarantine, including new strategies on setting up your work and personal spaces, your time and schedule, and getting control of your digital clutter.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggbarbarareich

Entrepreneur Chelsea Brennan’s product sales are surging during the Coronavirus pandemic but the boom has brought some difficult business and ethical decisions.

The founder of Smart Money Mamas shares her personal money story, along with how to do a money fire drill so you and your family are ready for emergencies.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chelseabrennan

Money fights happen all the time. But with the coronavirus pandemic keeping so many families together 24-7, learning how to manage those money disagreements is mandatory if we want to get through without a total relationship meltdown.

Financial Grownup Amanda Clayman, a financial therapist with Prudential shares her strategies and a money tip to help us cope, and hopefully thrive.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/amandaclayman

A lot of us feel squeamish about selling but even movie stars have to sell their work. Ash Ambirge, author of The Middle Finger Project: Trash Your Imposter Syndrome and Live the Unf*ckwithable Life You Deserve shares her story of getting inspired by Brad Pitt to get past her fears and succeed at selling.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashambirge

Being wealthy is often a state of mind. Learn how to gain perspective and feel rich- no matter what your bank account says from Entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author and Side Hustle School podcast host Chris Guillebeau.

Plus a preview of his latest book: The Money Tree.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrisguillebeau

TPG’s Executive Editorial Director Scott Mayerowitz joins Bobbi to answer the top questions he’s being asked about the travel business during the Coronavirus crisis.

For more, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/scottmayerowitz

Pre-coronavirus we joked with Dumpster Doggy Blog’s Amanda Holden about her decision to upsize her life and move to New York City, and all the ridiculous expenses that were becoming part of her new NYC life.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/amandaholden

Financial Anxiety is surging in the wake the Coronavirus crisis. Here are some ways to manage it and get through it without making financial moves you will later regret.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

Entrepreneur coach Cait Scudder built a 6 figure business while living abroad overcoming numerous obstacles. She shares her specific strategies to help build a grownup business focused on sustainable product growth and revenue streams.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/caitscudder

Learn how to make 2020 the year you up your net worth with these specific and very do-able strategies that will motivate and inspire you.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/normchamp

Reese Everson was able to drive off in a Mercedes on a Nissan budget by making some creative choices and getting real about her priorities.

We also preview her latest book and share a money tip that will help you get past procrastination and feeling overwhelmed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/reeseeverson

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include Don’t Keep Your Day Job by Cathy Heller, The Big Stretch by Teneshia Warner, The Future is Faster Thank You Think by Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler, Napkin Finance by Tina Hay and Bow Dow by Lindsay Goldwert.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/february2020books

Author Lindsay Goldwert interviewed Dominatrix’s and learned how to push back when it comes to mixing family, friends and business along with other life lessons.

Plus she gifts us with an everyday money tip that will make everyone’s lives richer and more fulfilled.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindsaygoldwert

Starting your life is expensive, and so is starting a business.

Canvas and Hyde Founder Lisa Pongrass quickly learned that not having insurance, or ordering in bulk to save money can come back to hit your bottom line before you even have a top line.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lisapongrass

Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler, authors of "The Future is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries And Our Lives" join Bobbi with a preview of their latest book, and specific ways money-related changes will impact us in the coming years.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/peterdiamandisstevenkolter

Music entrepreneur, author, coach and podcast host Cathy Heller was crushed early in her career when her record label dropped her.

But she discovered another way to make money from her music and staged the ultimate multi-million dollar comeback.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/cathyheller

When Hint CEO Kara Goldin started getting calls from celebrities about investing in her company, she quickly learned to make sure she only partnered with those who were authentically aligned with her brand values. Kara shares the story of why she said yes to John Legend, but took a pass on another big pop star.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/karagoldin

New Year, New Grownup attitude towards your money. We chat with Tina Hay, author of the new book Napkin Finance: Build Wealth in 30 seconds or less, about how grownups can approach savings, investing, retirement strategies and philanthropy in 2020.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tinahay

Welcome to a new year and a new decade. Bobbi shares some personal news and insights, and then some big changes coming to the podcast, the financial grownup community, and her other podcast, Money with Friends. For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast

Sadie Kurzban won $25,000 in a college contest for entrepreneurs by using a strategy that has continued to drive the growth of her boutique dance fitness chain.

The millennial entrepreneur shares her secrets to building a business on a low budget, along with her personal tips on how she manages healthy meals on a budget with her relentless schedule.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sadiekurzbanencore

A big part of being a financial grownup is getting organized- and not just with our finances.

This goes for our stuff, our technology and even our scheduling.

Barbara Reich has shared her secrets with millions appearing on programs like the Today Show and in publications like the New York Times, and now shares with financial grownup listeners.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggorganizationaltipsencore

Sarah Larson Levey is becoming a familiar example of millennial entrepreneur success, recently being featured on the cover of Inc magazine and her company Y7 studio being named one of the magazine’s most inspiring companies last year.

Keeping her costs at extreme minimal levels helped entrepreneur Sara Larson Levey grow her side hustle yoga startup while still working her full time job for two years.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sarahlarsonleveyencore

Ditch the coffee and forget the drinks meeting. Walking is a proven way to bring out the most creative ideas- and make the best connections with the people who can help you succeed.

We talk how to set up walking meetings, how to generate ideas while walking, and how to keep walking when the weather foils your plans.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggwalkingtipsencore

Performance coach Jen Cohen is a master at ab crunches— and crunching numbers. She shares the story of how she talked her way into a job at Olive Garden before she was even old enough to work- and then reveals her secrets to eating healthier on a tight budget.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jennifercohenencore

Author, Podcast host and Entrepreneur magazine’s Editor in Chief Jason Feifer shares specifically how he raised his speaking fees, and confesses to a massive and very un-grownup recent financial blunder.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jasonfeifer

Journalist Jeanne Pinder, founder of ClearHeathCosts reveals how medical costs can vary widely for the same products and procedures- and how we can find out- and negotiate- to get the best price.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggjeannepinder

When all her friends seemed to be buying houses, sculptor and novelist Georgia Lee Hussey took the plunge. She quickly realized how much she didn’t know about home ownership, credit scores, and adjustable mortgages- and how much it was going to cost her.

But the way out of the debacle was also the way in to the career she never knew she always wanted.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/georgialeehussey

Black Friday can be a great time to kick off your holiday shopping and maximize your budget. Family Finance expert Andrea Woroch joins us with her best tips and favorite apps to get it down like a grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggandreaworoch

Entrepreneur and author Teneshia Warner shares a childhood story of being paid less because she was female, and being told that it would always be that way- by her own grandmother.

Teneshia also shares her advice on how to handle the dream bullies and previews her new book.

Go to the shownotes at http://bobbirebell.com/podcast/teneshiawarner for more

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books for financial grownups, and how to decide if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include:

Becoming Super Woman: A Simple 12-Step Plan to Go from Burnout to Balance by Nicole Lapin
Money for the Rest of Us: 10 Questions to Master Successful Investing by David Stein
Pay off Your Debt for Good: 21 Days to Change Your Relationship with Money & Improve Your Sending Habits So You Can Get Out of Debt Fast by Jen Smith

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/november2019books

Sometimes the best career role models are your first ones. For Ellevate Network CEO Kristy Wallace unfiltered advice from waitresses at a summer job she started as a teen still ring true.

Plus her money tip that will instantly save us all cash and extra pounds this holiday season.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kristywallace

Just in time for the holidays, Jen Smith, co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast and the author of the new book "Pay Off Your Debt For Good" joins us with her spending strategies so we can all shop like Financial Grownups.

Show notes for this episodes can be found at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/FGGJenSmith

Money coach Whitney Hansen, who hosts the Money Nerds podcast, reveals how the pain of poverty and family instability almost led her to a tragic decision as a teenager. We also discuss how the challenges of true financial struggle can impact a family and inform priorities as an adult.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/whitneyhansen

The gig economy is not going away anytime soon and that means we have a big challenge because a lot of us dong’ get steady paychecks.

Freelance writer and personal finance expert Zina Kumok of ConsciousCoins.com shares her success strategies and more.

For this episode's show notes go to https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/zinakumok

Becoming Super Woman author, and Hush Money podcast co-host Nicole Lapin shares a hilarious story of how a lack of preparation almost led to total humiliation.

Plus - why procrastination can be a good thing for financial grownups.

Go to https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/nicolelapin for show notes and more.

Health Savings accounts are more than just a way to medical expenses.

Boomer Benefits co-founder Danielle Kunkle Roberts shares some of the often overlooked ways these accounts can help with much more, including an under the radar retirement benefit.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/daniellekunkleroberts

Getting a huge salary jump is awesome, but even with a big jump Paychecks & Balances podcast host, Rich Jones had some lessons to learn when his compensation skyrocketed.

The entrepreneur behind the Show Starter shares his experiences, and how we can all get not just the best pay but also the best jobs.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/richjones

David Stein shares a sneak peak of the investing strategies from his new book, including how to differentiate between investing, speculating and gambling.

He also discusses why you need to know who is on the other side of a trade, and the key factors that will make an investment profitable.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggdavidstein

Chad Parks, founder of Ubiquity Retirement and Savings, and the producer of the Broken Eggs documentary shares a money story of a chance encounter with a waiter who seemed indifferent to his own eventual retirement crisis, and the “aha" moment that followed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chadparks

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include:

▪ The House Hacking Strategy: How to use your Home to Achieve Financial Freedom by Craig Curelop
▪ Your Turn: Careers, Kids and Comebacks by Jennifer Gefsky and Stacey Delo
▪ Retirement Reality Check: How to Spend Your Money and Still Leave an Amazing Legacy by Josh Jalinski
▪ ZenBender: A Decade-Long Enthusiastic Quest to Fix Everything (That was Never Broken) by Stephanie Krikorian

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/october2019books

Chris Browning, host of the Popcorn Finance podcast got a clean bill of health for his wife after a hospital stay a few years ago. But despite having been patients there before, a billing mixup left his credit score needing intensive care.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrisbrowningencore

Investing can be intimidating, but there are some simple basic steps that can put anyone on the path to success.

NextGen Wealth founder Clint Haynes CFP® walks us through 8 steps to get started investing, including how to decide how long to own a stock, if and when you should pay fees, which stocks make sense with your goals, and how to understand the role emotions can play in our investment decisions.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggclinthaynes

After witnessing a friend make over $100,000 trading stocks, Dr. Brad Klontz went all in.. just in time for the tech bubble to bust. He lost the cash, but learned a lot of lessons about the market, and his own mental wealth.

Plus: the quiz you can take to find out if you have a money disorder, and what to do about it.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/drbradklontz

The Bigger Pockets “Fi Guy” Craig Curelop reveals the insider strategies he used to build wealth through real estate and previews his new book "The House Hacking Strategy: How to Use Your Home to Achieve Financial Freedom"

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggcraigcurelop

After buying 39 properties in one year, real estate investor, blogger and podcaster Chad “Coach” Carson had second thoughts about his fast paced business, and totally reworked his business, to reflect his values.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chadcarson

Careers are no longer linear or one size fits all.

Apres Group co-founder Jennifer Gefsky and CEO Stacey Delo break down 10 specific ways to control your work, so that it works with your life. Plus a sneak peak of their new book, “Your Turn: Career, Kids and Comebacks”.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast

Ghost writer Stephanie Krikorian trusted a financial planner with her investments after a big layoff a decade ago. But years later discovered blind trust was costing her, and learned to read the paperwork, and take grownup ownership of her money strategy.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/stephaniekrikorian

So many of us dream of having our own business and what could be better than doing it with our bestie. But like all relationships- it can get complicated. But when it works, it can be the “it” factor that sets a business apart and on the road to success. Bowery Valuation co-founder Noah Isaacs shares his four key strategies to making a business with your BFF work.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggnoahisaacs

YouTube superstar Sarah Wilson documented and inspired others with her journey to being debt free.

But after she got to do the debt free scream with Dave Ramsey, she had a whole new set of challenges.

Plus Sarah saves Bobbi from buying things she can get for free at the FinCon conference.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sarahwilson

Life gets too busy, and sometimes even financial grownups drop the ball on making sure their bills don’t balloon out of control.

Bobbi gets real about how this happened to her, and how she managed to downsize her family’s cable and phone bills.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggphoneandcablebill

When Park Place Payments founder and CEO Samantha Ettus was just getting started in her career, family vacations were not in the budget. But she found a way to get a luxury vacation for free, with a little creativity, and a sense of adventure.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/samanthaettus

Find out the biggest money mistakes even financial grownups are making, and how to avoid them with Josh Jalinski, aka the Financial Quarterback and author of the new book “Retirement Reality Check: How to Spend your Money and Still Leave an Amazing Legacy”

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggjoshjalinski

Former Facebook exec. Paul Ollinger left his job with a pile of money and no plans. But retirement wasn’t all that and he decided to use his financial freedom to pivot to his true love, making people smile as a standup comedian and host of the podcast "Crazy Money".

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/paulollinger

There are lots of money challenges with living abroad starting with just how do you even access your money?

And do you need to open a foreign bank account?

Tess Wicks went from Chicago to Italy and joins Bobbi to co-host this fun Financial Grownup Guide.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgglivingabroadencore

Happy Go Money author Melissa Leong shares the story of how her teen novels were rejected by mainstream publishers, but went on to sell over 70,000 copies after she decided to take control of her own career.

Plus everyday social media tips to be happier no matter how much money you have or don’t have.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/melissaleongencore

Big cities have a lot to offer- but can be expensive.

Co-host Grant Sabatier, creator of Millennnial Money and author of the new book “Financial Freedom. A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need” recently moved to New York City despite the costs.

Grant shares his three biggest tips to making it work for your financial grownup money goals, and still live life to the fullest.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggexpensivecityliving

Cate Luzio had no problem getting her boss to agree to give her a raise, but was caught off guard when asked how much she wanted. Cate shares exactly how she was able to come back with her number in just 24 hours, and how we can all get paid as much as possible.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/cateluzio

The secret to getting the most free money in the form of scholarships is in knowing the systems to use and the shortest, most efficient path to success. Jocelyn Paonita Pearson, creator of the Scholarship System joins Bobbi to talk specific strategies to get the most dollars to pay for your education or that of those you care about, without wasting time on dead ends.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggscholarshipsuccess

Jason Wolfe sold several companies for huge profits, including GiftCards.com for 120 million dollars. The gifting entrepreneur grew up as an orphan at the Milton Hershey School when his mentally ill mother could not care for him. The lessons learned at the school focused on not just a strong work ethic and structure, but also specific lessons on building businesses with a spirit of generosity.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jasonwolfe

College can be the ultimate adulting experience- including taking on some bad money habits if students aren’t taught the right way to start building a financial life.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tarafalcone

Bethany Bayless wanted to be a financial grownup when she was an 18-year college student. But when she couldn’t get a traditional college student job near campus, she got creative, earned the money she needed for expenses and found a way to give back to the community. Plus Bethany shares her favorite apps to make extra cash.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bethanybayless

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you. This month’s picks include The Startup Squad by Brian Weisfeld and Nicole Kear, Grown and Flown: How to support your teen, stay close as a family and raise independent adults which is by Mary Dell Harrington and Lisa Heffernan,

And then finally The Essential First-Time Home Buyers book: How to buy a house, Get a Mortgage and Close a Real Estate deal by Judy Dutton and Realtor.com editors.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/august2019books

Kate Edwards, spent a year working as a founder with no salary and then a day before she would get the big pay day, she was shown the door.

You think it would never happen to you- but it can.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at http://bobbirebell.com/kateedwards

First homes and dorms often trigger huge spending sprees, for what is also usually a very small space. We break down how to prioritize and save money with Mary Dell Harrington, co-author of the new book Grown and Flown, How to Support your Teen, Stay Close as a Family, and Raise Independent Adults.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgg-mary-dell-harrington

The Startup Club author Brian Weisfeld joins Bobbi to share the story of how he beat the competition- by hiring them while he grew his first business in elementary school.

He also shares an every day money tip about lowering your subscription bills, even if the initial phone calls threatening to cancel fail.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/brianweisfeld

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Feeling the burnout? You are not alone.The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized burnout as a medical condition, resulting from chronic workplace stress. Bobbi talks with career coach Elizabeth Koraca about how to be able to recognize the symptoms and warning signs of burnout, and address them before it starts to take a serious toll on your health, relationships and life.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/elizabethkoraca

Sarah Larson Levey is becoming a familiar example of millennial entrepreneur success, recently being featured on the cover of Inc magazine and her company Y7 studio being named one of the magazine’s most inspiring companies last year.

Keeping her costs at extreme minimal levels helped entrepreneur Sara Larson Levey grow her side hustle yoga startup while still working her full time job for two years.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sarahlarsonlevey

Rates are low and the time may be right to get into the housing market, as a resident or as an investor. But there are some costly mistakes that can be made if buyers don’t do their homework. Bobbi talks with Realtor.com’s Judy Dutton, editor of ’The Essential First Time Home Buyers Book. An Insider’s Guide on How to Buy a House, Get a Mortgage, and Close a Real Estate Deal Without Losing Your Mind.”

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggjudydutton

Kara Perez of Bravely go and The Fairer Cents podcast shares how she tackled more than $25,000 in student debt making between $9 and $12 an hour.

Plus her go-to home recipes for making foods you normally buy in the store including bread, pickles and tomato sauce.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/karaperez

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you. This month’s picks include “Mom and Dad We Need to Talk. How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances” by Cameron Huddleston, “Clever Girl Finance: Ditch Debt, Save Money, and Build Real Wealth” by Bola Sokunbi and “Agent of Influence How to use Spy Skills to Sell Anything and Build a Successful Business” by Jason Hanson”

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/july2019books

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

Entrepreneur Dani Nagel has had to defend her pricey Dazey-LA t-shirts but her refusal to cave to pressure to ship manufacturing overseas is winning her fans, and a growing army of ambassadors. She shares her strategies to leverage social media to create transparency, and grow her feminist brand.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/daninagel

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

The gig economy is here to stay, and freelancing can be either a side hustle or a full time job. Cody Berman of Fly to Fi joins us with tips on how to maximize your time and profits doing what you love, on your own terms.

Plus we preview his new Freelance course- the Freelance tool kit- and offer a huge double discount to financial grownups.

Go to goldcityventures.com/financial-grownup for the course. Show notes can be found at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/codyberman

How do you pay for your passion? Race car driver Aurora Straus became a financial grownup early on when as a young teen she wanted to get into the very expensive business of race car driving. Straus gets candid about how she leveraged LinkedIn and brownies to get the sponsorship money to make her dream come true.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/aurorastraus

Having good credit matters for so many things we want to do as financial grownups- from things as simple as getting a credit card, to being able to get a mortgage or even a job.

But there are a lot of myths around what makes a good credit score and what can hurt it. We tackle 6 of them with Clever Girl Finance author Bola Sokunbi.

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For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggcreditmyths

Cameron Huddleston wrote her new book “Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk. How to Have Essential Conversations With Your Parents About Their Finances” when she found herself confronted with huge issues after not talking to her mom about her money- which she shares on the podcast. The book hits on a huge issue impacting all generations and all income levels.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/CameronHuddleston

We talk with Frank founder Charlie Javise, who has raised 15 million dollars for her startup that helps streamline the FAFSA process, about easy but often overlooked ways to make college more affordable.

They include negotiating lower tuition, accessing scholarships that might be overlooked and the red flags to avoid when it comes to setting up a repayment plan for loans.

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For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/makecollegeaffordable

Invested author and podcast host Danielle Town talks candidly about her sometimes painful family money history and how she and her dad healed their relationship, and eventually teamed up to educate others about money and investing.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/danielletownencore

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you. This month’s picks include “Take the Leap” by Sara Bliss, “The Remix” by Lindsey Pollak,”Limitless” by Laura Gassner Otting and “The Wealth Creator’s Playbook” by John Christianson.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/june2019books

Learn how to use cash in a crunch with Jason Hanson. His new book “Agent of Influence. How to use Spy Skills to Persuade Anyone, Sell Anything, and Build a Successful Business.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jasonhanson

Sara Bliss liked her career writing for prestigious magazines, but she loved being able to pay her bills and have the financial freedom she deserved for her hard work, even more.

So she decided to write for clients who had the budgets to pay her more, and has never looked back.

Sara also shares tips on how to levelup careers from her bestselling book "Take The Leap”.

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For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sarabliss

Jen Hemphill and her husband believe in supporting family, but when the author of Her Money Matters, and the host of the podcast of the same name, was asked to lend money to a relative, she realized it would come at a cost to her own financial well being.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jenhemphillencore

Matchmaker and relationship expert Samantha Daniels joins Bobbi to share her top tips to have financially grownup relationships including what to do if you are a spender and your partner is a saver (or vice versa), exactly when and how to talk about money, who pays when you go out and how to protect your relationship when you finances are under pressure.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/samanthadaniels

After personally experiencing cash crunches, and resisting the temptation of payday lenders, Travis Holoway started a Solo Funds, aimed at disrupting the short term, small loan industry by leveraging technology and offering a new kind of lending culture.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/travisholoway

Limitless author Laura Gassner Otting wanted out of her business, and she wanted to get what she was worth.

But because she only wanted to sell to a certain buyer, she had to be creative in how she priced the enterprise to get what she really wanted.

Plus a controversial tip about what to send - and not send- when people are hurting.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lauragassnerotting

Bobbi shares 20 quick and easy ways to be a little more Financial Grownup. Plus as we cross the 200 mark, Bobbi shares some of her hopes for the podcast as the show grows up.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgg20quickandeasytips

Being a grownup is hard, but being a parent to emerging financial grownups may be even harder. Author John Christianson talks with Bobbi about the challenges of raising financial grownups - when it’s easier for the parents to support them.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/johnchristianson

Entrepreneur Charlotte Hale faced a big business dilemma. When she named what she expected to be a seasonal business, Plum Pretty Sugar, she wanted to evoke a whimsical tone.

But the brand soon became a powerhouse as the originator and pioneer of the now global multi-million dollar bridal ‘getting ready’ category, and she faced a challenge she compares to adulting but for brands.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/charlottehale

Part of being a grownup is learning to be thankful for what we have, and to give back. It all comes down to simple acts of kindness.

We speak with, Natalie Silverstein, the author of Simple Acts. The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back who shares specific ways even the busiest of grownups can give back to the community in ways that make all of our lives richer.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggkindnessnataliesilverstein

Linda Davis Taylor looked like she had it all, but wanted to make more money.

An unexpected meeting with the man who became her mentor took her out of her comfort zone, and into a role that would catapult her into a field where she made her mark, and inspired others to follow in her footsteps.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindadavistaylor

Author and workplace strategist Lindsey Pollak shares a negotiation story with a big twist and a surprise ending. Plus how we often fail ourselves in negotiations by not using simple techniques when putting together deals, and how we can learn to up our game.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindseypollak

This month’s picks include Erin Lowry's Broke Millennial takes on Investing, Dig in your Heels by Joan Kuhl and An Economist Walks into a Brothel by Allison Schrager. We are also going to have a surprise bonus book that is sort of money related but with a twist at the end.

Have you tried Blinkist? Read or listen to entire books in about 15 minutes - kind of like this podcast - with the Blinkist App. Try it for free and support this show by going to http://bobbirebell.com/blinkist

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/may2019books

After a nasty split from his 11-year business partners at the Art of Charm podcast, Jordan Harbinger found himself putting his own networking lessons to work as he started a new business from scratch with the Jordan Harbinger show.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jordanharbingerencore

Talesha Carter lost all the money she had at the rodeo with friends. Fortunately she was only 9 years old.

But the money lesson stayed with her and created a money focus that is helping her to serve others.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/taleshacarter

Broke Millennial’s Erin Lowry joins Bobbi with 3 specific things you can do today to upgrade your investing strategy, along with her take on how to be a successful investor.

For example:

How much should you be paying for your investments?
How long should you set it and forget it- when do you check in on your investments?
What is an investment audit?
Are all index funds the same?
How to tell if your goals are in line with the investment choices you are making?
And what to do if you don’t understand an investment term but don’t want to ask.

Plus a preview of her new book “Broke Millennial Takes on Investing’.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggactionableinvestingtips

Quilt co-founder Ashley Sumner faced a totally unexpected and massive tuition bill mid-way through college after her dad’s business took a hit in the recession.

The skills she learned in rising to the challenge led her first to a matchmaking business, and later to create Quilt- a tech platform that connects female entrepreneurs online and in person.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ashleysumner

Traveling like a grownup can be overwhelming. Pavia Rosati had the world class intel everyone wanted.

But she and her Fathom co-founder thought they needed a business savvy partner. Except they never found Mr/Ms. right.

So they stepped up their game and did it themselves.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/paviarosati

Money is powerful and while it can’t solve the world’s problems, how we invest and the strategic decisions we make can have a huge impact.

Learn what you need to look for in an investment, the questions to ask, and the best ways to make sure your investments have the impact you want.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgg7waystoinvestforbetter

A story pitch led economist Allison Schrager to conquer her own negotiating fears by learning from the economically savvy workers at a Nevada brothel.

The experience led her to investigate the most compelling and successful approaches to negotiation, reducing risk and increasing the chances of success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/allisonschrager

As a child, Joan Kuhl watched her single mom face severe financial discrimination.

She shares the story of how this could have prevented the family from buying a home, and how it inspired her to become an advocate and mentor for women in the workplace.

Plus money tips and a preview of her new book “Dig Your Heels In”.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/joankuhl

A big part of being a financial grownup is getting organized- and not just with our finances. This goes for our stuff, our technology and even our scheduling.

Barbara Reich has shared her secrets with millions appearing on programs like the Today Show and in publications like the New York Times, and now shares with financial grownup listeners.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggorganizationaltips

Philanthropist and "Simple Acts" author Natalie Silverstein learned first hand the power of empathy when her 7-year old son surprised her with a true act of kindness.

She shares that experience along with specific ways Financial Grownups can give back to their communities with their family and friends.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/nataliesilverstein

Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial Takes on Investing thought her new hubby was all set when he assured her he had bought life insurance to protect his parents obligation to his student debt.

But a chance discovery revealed the insurance was not what either of them thought he had purchased.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/erinlowry

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money related books, and how to decide if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include Melissa Leong's Happy Go Money, Student Loan Solution by David Carlson, Nathan Latka’s How to be a Capitalist without any Capital, Women with Money by Jean Chatzky and Work Wife by Erica Cerulo and Claire Mazur.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/april2019books

The bosses behind design website "Of a Kind", the podcast “A Few Things” and the new book “Work Wife” share their experience finally being offered the investor funding they fought for- and then walking away from the deal.

Plus a preview of their new book “Work Wives"

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/workwives

As the Financial Grownup Podcast approaches 200 episodes, Bobbi explains why she is shutting down the podcast to focus on her other ventures including the Money in the Morning Podcast, her follow up book to “How to be a Financial Grownup” and what’s next for her growing media company.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/aprilfoolsdayspecial

The market for Initial Public Offerings is red hot with big names like Uber, Lyft, Pinterest, Slack and maybe even WeWork expected to go public this year.

But before jumping in, financial grownups need to understand how they work, and why they can be a lot more complicated than many people know.

For show notes, visit:

https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgginvestinginipos

A sidehustle can be a great source of extra income for things like paying down debt.

But sometimes that whole paying taxes thing can slip through the cracks when the income isn’t coming from a big company with automatic withholding.

Before he was the money savvy personal finance expert of today Student Loan Solution author David Carlson learned an expensive lesson about financial planning.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/davidcarlson

Million Dollar Listing star Ryan Serhant, whose new book “Sell It Like Serhant” is already a best seller, and his younger brother Jack had what seemed like a brilliant idea for firewood a business at age 10.

While the business went down in flames, the lessons formed a foundation for Serhant’s extreme success in the real estate and entertainment business.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ryanserhantencore

Financial Grownup Guide: 4 strategies to getting paid what you are worth with Her Money’s Jean Chatzky author of Women with Money.

One of the best ways to have more money is simply to get paid more. Except is isn’t always simple. NBC Financial Editor and Her Money founder Jean Chatzky shares 4 strategies to earn more money. Jean also shares a sneak peak at her new book “Women with Money”.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgggetpaidyourworth

How to fund a work sabbatical when opportunity knocks with the Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise star and Laurel Road exec Derek Peth

Reality TV can be a job- but it often doesn’t pay like one. To film The Bachelorette and later Bachelor in Paradise Derek Peth had to take a break from his paying job in commercial banking. That’s where his emergency fund savings became the star of the show

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/derekpethencore

At 29 years old Tanya Van Court thought she more than a million dollars on hand to change the world and live the life of her dreams.

Until it vanished in a few hours.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tanyavancourtencore

Student loans help many young people achieve their dreams. But paying them back can get complicated.

Bobbi and her guest co-host David Carlson discuss how to get over the most common barriers, and then present 3 solutions to get them paid down without derailing your grownup life.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggstudentloantips

When Lee Huffman needed to visit his mom while she was receiving treatment for cancer, his car broke down and he had to get a new one immediately.

But without steady income, he could have been out of luck, if it weren't for one key thing he had going for him.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/leehuffman

Health insurance is expensive but fitness coach and author Liz Josefsberg learned there are ways to lower your cost, and to make sure you are getting what you need at the same time.

Plus her every day money tip to go to every restaurant you love, order what you want, and still reach your health goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/LizJosefsberg

Do Spring Break like a Financial Grownup! Amazing tips from guest co-host Lee Huffman, host of the We Travel There podcast which shares the locals perspective on destinations.

Lee, who also writes the blog Bald Thoughts, shares 5 tips to save you money and let you focus on the fun.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggspringbreaktraveltips

Millennial entrepreneur, podcaster, and author Nathan Latka shares how his love of pizza hut, his friends and willingness to put his money and savings where his mouth is got him what he wanted as a 5 year old child.

Latka also previews his new book "How to Be A Capitalist Without Any Capital” and the strategies and systems that have grown his many ventures.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/nathanlatka

Happy Go Money author Melissa Leong shares the story of how her teen novels were rejected by mainstream publishers, but went on to sell over 70,000 copies after she decided to take control of her own career.

Plus everyday social media tips to be happier no matter how much money you have or don’t have.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/melissaleong

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money books, and how to know if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include:

The Dumb Things Smart People Do With Their Money. Thirteen Ways to Right Your Financial Wrongs by CBS News Business Analyst and Certified Financial Planner Jill Schlesinger
Startup Money Made Easy: The Inc. Guide to Every Financial Question About Starting, Running and Grownup Your Business by Inc magazine Editor at Large Maria Aspan
Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny Pinching Way by Our Next Life blogger and podcaster Tanja Hester.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/march2019books

Elisa Camahort Page and her BlogHer co-founders went two years without paying themselves a salary.

She had the financial foundation to stick with the venture for that long thanks to conservative money habits she established well before deciding to be an entrepreneur.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/elisacamahortpage

Millennial mompreneur Kelsey Larsen shares her story of taking her home-made bibs from Etsy to mass retail by reaching out to entrepreneurs she admired but did not know, for advice, and in one case, collaboration.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kelseylarsen

Ditch the coffee and forget the drinks meeting. Walking is a proven way to bring out the most creative ideas- and make the best connections with the people who can help you succeed.

We talk how to set up walking meetings, how to generate ideas while walking, and how to keep walking when the weather foils your plans.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggwalk

For all the talk about the dangers of credit cards, Inc’s Maria Aspan sees the benefits of them, especially when compared to debit cards.

She shares a couple of personal stories of how credit cards protected her in ways debit cards could not.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/mariaaspan

Entrepreneur and Investor Barbara Corcoran explains why she believes spending money in a deliberate way even before you earn it is a smart business strategy, and shares the story of her first really big investment.

And yes, she committed to it before she had the money.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/barbaracorcoranencore

Jill Schlesinger shares 3 dumb things smart people do with their money:

How to avoid taking advice from the wrong people- and how to find the right trusted sources.
How to protect yourself from identity theft, and avoid doing the dumb things that make you vulnerable.
How to both avoid spending money on the wrong insurance, and how to know what insurance you do need. Plus how to adjust your insurance as you go through different life stages as a financial grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/dumbthingssmartpeopledo

Sadie Kurzban won $25,000 in a college contest for entrepreneurs by using a strategy that has continued to drive the growth of her boutique dance fitness chain.

The millennial entrepreneur shares her secrets to building a business on a low budget, along with her personal tips on how she manages healthy meals on a budget with her relentless schedule.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sadiekurzban

Tanja Hester explains why she had to call it quits on the side hustle she loved in order to create new opportunities at her primary job.

Plus her big money tip on how to save big on medical expenses while traveling the world.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tanjahester

Bobbi reveals her favorite new money books, and how to know if they are right for you.

This month’s picks include:

The 30-day Money Cleanse by Ashley Feinstein Gerstley
Financial Freedom by Grant Sabatier
A Very Public Offering by Stephan Paternot

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/february2019books

Scholarships are anything but free money. They actually take a lot of work. Jocelyn Paonita Pearson shares the story of how she graduated not just debt free, but also with cash to spare, all by knowing where to focus her efforts, and how to avoid the scholarship scams.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jocelynpearson

Sharon Epperson survived a brain aneurism. But despite being one of the country's top personal finance experts, and having all the right plans in place, some of the experiences with the finances of her medical emergency still caught her off guard.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/SharonEpperson

The secret to getting the most free money in the form of scholarships is in knowing the systems to use and the shortest, most efficient path to success.

Jocelyn Paonita Pearson, creator of the Scholarship System joins Bobbi to talk specific strategies to get the most dollars to pay for your education or that of those you care about, without wasting time on dead ends.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggscholarshipsuccess

Journalist Veronica Dagher lost her dad as a young child and grew up watching her mom learn how to manage the family’s business and money.

That experience inspired her to not only focus on her own finances, but to build a career around teaching women financial independence.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/veronicadagher

Steph Paternot make a virtual fortune when the internet startup he co-founded in college, TheGlobe.com set records on its first trading day.

But he and his company paid the price when his personal brand image as a brash young hard- partying entrepreneur pulled attention away from the business fundamentals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/stephanpaternot

There are lots of money challenges with living abroad starting with just how do you even access your money?

And do you need to open a foreign bank account?

Tess Wicks went from Chicago to Italy and joins Bobbi to co-host this fun Financial Grownup Guide.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgglivingabroad

Wander Wealthy’s Tess Wicks shares her early interest in investing in the stock market, how Warren Buffett inspired her, the advice her family gave her and what Tess to actually make her first investment.

Tess's every day money tip will resonate with fans of Marie Kondo who are tired of feeling overwhelmed by their belongings.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tesswicks

Bobbi reveals her new partnership with the podcasting legend, shares the behind the scenes intel on how it all happened, plus Joe gets honest about how his plastic shoe habit almost derailed his financial career.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/joesaulsehyencore

Pet insurance is expensive and can be a tough call for pet owners. Here are the key things to know and consider when making the decision about that special member of your family.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggpetinsurance

Attorney Leslie Tayne shares her unique take on why we should view debt as a good thing, along with candid details on why she ended an engagement over money issue.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/leslietayne

Grant Sabatier was ready to retire at age 30 with over a million dollars saved - in large part by being mindful of his big expenses.

The author of "Financial Freedom: A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need” shocked many followers by moving to New York City, one of the most expensive cities in the world.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/grantsabatier

Big cities have a lot to offer- but can be expensive. Co-host Grant Sabatier, creator of Millennnial Money and author of the new book “Financial Freedom. A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need” recently moved to New York City despite the costs.

Grant shares his three biggest tips to making it work for your financial grownup money goals, and still live life to the fullest.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggexpensivecityliving

Dan Schawbel knew he needed to leave his job, but carefully choosing when and how to do it was the key to success in launching his own social media entrepreurial venture

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/danschawbel

When payroll is coming directly out of your bank account, every penny is precious. For entrepreneur Vic Drabicky that laser focus on costs, held back growth for January Digital, until he started to see the real cost of his fiscal frugality.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/vicdrabicky

2018 was the worst year for investing in a decade.

For 2019 here are three strategies to feel more in control of your investments, and stay on course for your goals- even if the markets continue their wild ride.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fgginvesting2019

Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, the blogger behind The Fiscal Femme website, quit her high paying investment banking job- but spent money as if nothing had changed.

The numbers quickly caught up with her, and she quickly learned to be a Financial Grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/AshleyFeinsteinGerstley

When Brandless Co-Founder and CEO Tina Sharkey turned 30, she didn’t want a birthday party- she just wanted the cake.

Specifically a photograph of a walking birthday cake with legs that was by artist Laurie Simmons. Little did she know the significant role that work would play in her life.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tinasharkey

Time management expert Laura Vanderkam on how she and her husband decided to pay it forward to free up time to create available time for career and business growth.

Plus behind the scenes info on how she wrote her latest bestseller “Off The Clock” and a sneak peak at her next project.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lauravanderkam

Parenting expert KJ Dell’Antonia takes the money lessons her parents taught her as a child, and adapts them to her rural life raising 4 kids on a farm.

The author of the new book “How to be a Happier Parent” discusses her kids income streams, financial responsibilities, and other behind the scenes details to help other families adapt to the realities of our digital culture.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kjdellantonia

Taxes are never fun but millions of Americans may pay less for 2018. David Rae CFP® joins Bobbi for a breakdown of what changes matter and specific things Financial Grownups can do to make sure they are on track for when it is time to turn in their returns this spring.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/fggyearendtaxes

Wealth coach Adeola Omole got a do-over she didn’t want when she got laid off a second time- but by being financially prepared she was able to land on her feet.

The author of “7 Steps to get out of Debt and Build Wealth” shares her story of how she came out stronger the second time around.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/AdeolaOmole

Dr. Daniel Crosby is great at helping others come to grips with their often irrational money related behavior.

But just 3 years ago when it came time to make a big real estate decision, his own insecurities and money issues drove a decision he now regrets.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/DanielCrosby

Financial Grownup Guide: 5 ways to make technology more human with special guest co-host Back to Human author Dan Schawbel.

Technology can’t really be unplugged, so the best solution is the make it work for us as Humans. Back to Human author Dan Schawbel joins Bobbi Rebell as co-host on this special Financial Grownup Guide.

They discuss 5 specific actionable tips to using technology to enhance and humanize the role of our devices in our daily lives.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bonus9

Reality can be a job- but it doesn’t pay. To film The Bachelorette and later Bachelor in Paradise Derek Peth had to take a break from his job in commercial banking.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/DerekPeth

When financial advisor, podcast host and author Linda P Jones started trying to build wealth- she was not happy with the investment returns she was getting.

So she hit the books and the lessons she learned added up to a $2 million bank account by age 39.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindapjones

HSA's, aka Health Savings Accounts are getting a lot of buzz - because they can be awesome. Here is the Financial Grownup Guide to 10 things you need to know to find out if HSA’s are right for you.

For the full list of 10 things you must know about HSAs go to https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/financialgrownupguidehsa

Soon after Christine Armstrong’s husband took a company buyout and launched a family vacation business, the executive and new mother found herself in an intolerable job situation and quit to start her own business- resulting in a double dose the challenges of startup life.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ChristineArmstrong

After a nasty split from his 11-year business partners at the Art of Charm podcast, Jordan Harbinger found himself putting his own networking lessons to work as he started a new business from scratch with the Jordan Harbinger show and the Advanced Human Dynamics platform.

For more details, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/JordanHarbinger

Special guest co-host Manisha Thakor of the True WELLth podcast joins Bobbi to share ways to be not just wealthy but well-thy in 2019.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bonus7

After ditching her first job at CNBC to move to the west coast for her boyfriend, Kalika Yap found herself dumped, out of work and homeless.

But her determination and willpower quickly lifted her fortunes as she built a multi-pronged entrepreneurial venture starting with the explosion of the internet economy.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kalikayap

Financial Advisory Winnie Sun learned a brutal lesson just before she went off to college after her frugal and hard working parents lost her college fund in a failed real estate venture.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/winniesun

The holidays are full of good cheer and great shopping deals. But it is also a great opportunity for scammers who prey on distracted consumers who often have their guard down. Adam Levin joins the show to share the best ways to make sure no one steals the fun out of the season.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/

The College Investor’s Robert Farrington loved his job at Target. He was also well paid. But he loved his family more.

So he made the tough decision to leave and focus full-time on the side hustle that was already throwing off even more income.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/robertfarrington

Performance coach Jen Cohen is a master at ab crunches— crunching numbers. She shares the story of how she talked her way into a job at Olive Garden before she was even old enough to work- and then reveals her secrets to eating healthier on a tight budget.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jencohen

If you have put aside money in a flexible spending account- either for health related expenses or tied to child care, the clock is ticking.

But there are tons of ways to use the cash- and many you may not even know about.

After buying an expensive home, Certified Financial Planner David Rae found himself facing an income crunch during the recession.

His decision to get a roommate helped him keep the home and stay on track with his financial and lifestyle goals.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/davidrae

At 29 years old Tanya Van Court thought she more than a million dollars on hand to change the world and live the life of her dreams.

Until it vanished in a few hours.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tanyavancourt

Guest co-host and shopping expert Trae Bodge joins Bobbi with her three rules that practically guarantee you will avoid amateur spending mistakes this holiday season.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast

Ambition Redefined author Kathryn Sollman’s childhood took an unexpected financial detour when her father had a career setback.

But becoming a financial grownup at a young age gave her the foundation to redefine ambition.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/KathrynSollomann

Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz may be a Financial Grownup but that doesn’t mean all her friends have been able to grow up. Listen to how she works to get them on track.

Plus- the president of the Charles Schwab foundation also shares an everyday money tip about making it easier to give to causes you care about.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/CarrieSchwabPomerantz

For many companies it is that time of year: open enrollment.

The short often only 2-week window you make big choices about your company’s benefit plan that you are stuck with, in most cases, for a full year.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bonus3

At 20-years old, Lauryn Williams CFP® was the fastest woman in America, and had to make some very grownup financial decisions.

Lauryn shares how she put together a team of advisors including her coach and an agent, how they vetted different sponsors, and how she learned to get paid to run for a living.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/laurynwilliams

As a child, the future founder of McPherson Strategies learned about money when it was used as an incentive to break a bad habit.

Susan McPherson also shares an extremely important money tip about ways to give to charity beyond your means as we get towards the holiday season.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/SusanMcPherson

Special guest co-host millennial personal finance author, speaker and entrepreneur Stefanie O’Connell joins Bobbi to talk smart financial moves to make before the New Year.

Bobbi and Stefanie also take a listener question on how to lower the interest rate on a credit card before a big purchase.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bonusepisode2

Boreland Group Founder and CEO Jennefer Witter learned early on that the best way to get clients was to offer extreme value.

But to stay in business, and continue to serve the clients, the author of the Little Book of Big PR also learned when to put the brakes on the discounts.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jenneferwitter

Behavioural Scientist and Good Money author Nathalie Spencer missed a credit card payment.

Then she missed another.

But she finally managed to stop the cycle after putting a grownup plan in place.

For more, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/nathaliespencer

Today I share the story of my free money deadline #fail that resulted in almost $300 in missed wellness benefits - and how you can avoid losing out!

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast

Guns Drugs or Wealth Author Jerry Ford shares a big lesson from one of his clients on how to move away from buying things to appear wealthy, to saving and investing to actually have and grow wealth.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jerryford

Entrepreneur and Investor Barbara Corcoran explains why she believes spending money in a deliberate way even before you earn it is a smart business strategy, and shares the story of her first really big investment.

And yes, she committed to it before she had the money.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/barbaracorcoran

Financial Grownup podcast host Bobbi Rebell shares some changes happening at the podcast and answers listener questions about the guests, how the show is produced and how listeners can get involved in future episodes.

Frazer Rice wanted a career pivot, but before he ditched his day job, he had to figure out exactly how much he cost.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/frazerrice

Ameliora Founder and CEO Adrienne Kronovet started paying close attention to clothing as a child shopping with her grandmother, and shares her timeless insights on shopping strategies and lessons.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/AdrienneKronovet

Serial entrepreneur Lindsey Holden, who heads the personal finance app app The Long Game, literally played the long game when she spent 5 years living in her family’s veterinary office, to pay off her student loans and build a solid financial foundation.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindsayholden

Tori Dunlap saw big dollar signs when she took a new job, but the red flags she ignored during the interview process soon created an impossible situation.. and a new appreciation for the emergency fund she never thought she would have to use.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/toridunlap

Pricing is one of the biggest challenges in business-especially when it has to do with figuring out what you yourself are worth. Jean shares her strategy as well as how to manage the emotional side of money management.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jeanchatzky

Retire Inspired’s Chris Hogan had a taste for expensive food at the grocery store- and it was was thinning out his bank account.

But when he saw the true cost of his weekly habit he quickly hit the brakes and kept the change.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrishogan

Dad Dave Ramsey taught Rachel Cruze the basics of money and staying out of debt, but that did not keep her from wanting to splurge before she had the cash to afford it.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/rachelcruze

Million Dollar Listing star Ryan Serhant, whose new book “Sell It Like Serhant” is already a best seller, and his younger brother Jack had what seemed like a brilliant idea for firewood a business at age 10.

While the business went down in flames, the lessons formed a foundation for Serhant’s extreme success in the real estate and entertainment business.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ryanserhant

Refinery 29’s work and money vertical editor Lindsey Stanberry and her frugal husband were checking all the boxes as financial grownups. But when they had a child, the new parents found themselves scrambling to make sense of their new urge to splurge.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lindseystanberry

Making time for face time is the best use of time for Bring Your Human to Work author Erica Keswin.

She credits her biggest business successes to making the time to connect in person-even when there is no time.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ericakeswin

After appearing on Shark Tank, The Sole Mates’ Becca Brown and Monica Ferguson found their best business support came not from the sharks but from a resource that would become key to their growing success.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/thesoulmates

Fearless financial independence was a lesson superstar entrepreneur and Kabbage Co-founder and COO Kathryn Petralia learned early on from her parents.

Now she is using those skills to not only build her company but to instill strong family and financial values in her own kids.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kathrynpetralia

Serial Entrepreneur Peter Shankman, who also hosts the Faster than Normal podcast and wrote a book by the same name, talks about taking calculated risks like skydiving, business strategies that have taken his side hustles into massive businesses like HARO, and the choices he’s made to build the life he not only wanted, but needed.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/petershankman

The College Investor’s Robert Farrington loved his job at Target. He was also well paid. But he loved his family more. So he made the tough decision to leave and focus full-time on the side hustle that was already throwing off even more income.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/robertfarrington

Entrepreneur Melissa Clark had a lot going on- too much.

Even she was confused.

She was a wellness practitioner, creating content on many platforms including local tv, podcasting video and books, including a children’s book, as well as coaching and speaking businesses focused on women’s empowerment.

But letting go and narrower her focus was a challenge.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/melissaclark

Courtney Reum grew up eating dinner with his family every night.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/courtneyreum

As a young woman in New York City, Randi Zuckerberg, author of “Pick Three: You Can Have It All (Just Not Every Day)" was struggling financially.

Her mom, knowing the financial strain, came armed with… luxury goods. Think Jimmy Choo shoes.

But as Randi explains, the designer duds were part of a very intentional lesson, that put Randi right on track to being a financial grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/randizuckerberg

The Opposite of Spoiled author Ron Lieber dishes on the underground network he tapped into as a teen to ace the financial aid game- and gives a sneak peak into his next book “What to Pay for College".

Plus Ron’s secret to getting hot tickets at below market prices- Including the Cubs.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ronlieber

Consultant Julie Finn loved her her consumer products strategy career and says her employer, Deloitte, did everything possible to accommodate her lifestyle needs as a mom. So no one was more surprised than she was when she opted for an early exit strategy.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/juliefinn

Legendary entrepreneur Shelley Zalis, Founder and CEO of The Female Quotient, The Girls Lounge, FQ Talent and FQ Impact, knew she needed to be fearless when she started her first company Online Testing Exchange.

So when her relatives offered to fund the venture, she turned down the money, choosing instead to go to outside investors.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shelleyzalis

Geometry of Wealth author Brian Portnoy invested time and money in an academic career, but made a career change that got a lot of backlash.

But looking back that judgement only makes him more sure he made the right move.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/brianportnoy

Modern Loss author Rebecca Soffer not only had to come to terms with losing her parents at a young age, she also had to reconcile complicated feelings about using the money she inherited after their deaths, to fund her dream home for her own growing family.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/rebeccasoffer

Parenting expert KJ Dell’Antonia takes the money lessons her parents taught her as a child, and adapts them to her rural life raising 4 kids on a farm.

The author of the new book “How to be a Happier Parent” discusses her kids income streams, financial responsibilities, and other behind the scenes details to help other families adapt to the realities of our digital culture.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kjdellantonia

Entrepreneur Lyss Stern, CEO of networking and event planning company DivaMoms and author of two best-selling books explains how she dealt with a major company that approached her to work with them, and offered to pay her in Craisins.

Lyss also shares her secret to controlling costs, and still saying yes, when she is out with her kids and they want to have some for treats like ice cream.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lyssstern

Susie Orman Schall was financially content and lacked the motivation to rev up her writing career.

Then a ’tough love’ conversation with a friend motivated her to get back to her A game. The mindset change resulted in phenomenal reviews and success for her latest novel, Subway Girls.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/susieormanschnall

Influencer author Brittany Hennessy shares her strategies for getting large raises even when companies push back.

Her book, Influencer: Building Your Personal Brand In the Age of Social Media, focuses on strategies for content creators to monetize influence.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/brittanyhennessy

Philip Taylor, aka PT Money was too cool to do any research, or any real negotiation when buying his first car. But the crushing payments, and having to call his dad for help quickly brought him back to reality.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ptmoney

John Schneider and David Auten went 40 percent over budget at their recent wedding- including a couple thousand dollars on a very fancy portable restroom known as the Lavish Loo.

Looking back, they would have said I don’t to many of their expenses.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/debtfreeguys

Entrepreneur and extreme athlete Kyle Maynard has lived a life of high achievement, so it came a shock, when a planned business venture stumbled, and he had to let 5 employees go and accept the limitations of his vision.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kylemaynard

Farnoosh Torabi was underpaid and overworked as a young journalist.

But a key piece of information put her on the road- albeit a rocky road- to doubling her pay.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/farnooshtorabi

After 148 rejections in the first funding round, Kathryn Minshew co-founder and CEO of the Muse took note of what she did wrong and upped her game when she went looking for new financing.

Minshew scored close to $30 million thanks to the new approach.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://bobbirebell.com/podcast/kathrynminshew

Entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary reveals a big secret his mother had been keeping from him only after she had passed away. The information he discovered heavily influenced his approach to the stock market and helped him make his fortune.

O’Leary also catches Bobbi off guard with his unexpected money tip.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/2018/2/4/kevin-oleary

Fran Hauser became a financial grownup very young, helping her immigrant parents build their businesses by doing the books and serving as a liaison to clients as early as 1st grade.

The author of “The Myth of the Nice Girl, Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate” now applies those early life lessons to her search for startup investment opportunities.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/franhauser

When entrepreneurs Daniel Levine and Steven Pulver started their Fireside Conference in Canada 4 years ago, their ambition was so hot it burned through their budget, putting the conference in the red.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast

Perez Hilton pioneered blogging as a profession, starting with his first $5 payday from Google Adsense.

The once-bankrupt Hilton has built a multi-media business on that foundation, moving into YouTube, television and his latest venture, a guest stint at Chippendales in Vegas.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/perezhilton

Jane King caved in to pressure to buy an apartment with her first son on the way, but soon realized going against her gut created a lot of financial indigestion.

Plus tips on how to make sure you get your bills paid on time.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/janeking

High Living Dollars’ Sarah Li Cain had a contract that said her company had to pay her medical costs, but when she got pregnant, she and her husband had to come up with a strategic plan to actually collect the cash they were owed.

Plus her tips on how to make sure you get the luxuries you want in life, without feeling nickel and dime'd.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/sarahlicain

High paying speaking jobs and other opportunities get the YES for married mom of four Laura Vanderkam thanks to a pro-active investment she has made in childcare.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lauravanderkam

Carol Roth’s father left a priceless gift when he passed.

Now, she is using that to help others map out their plans for everything from their social media accounts, to their cryptocurrency and bitcoin assets, using her innovative FutureFile system.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/carolroth

Tom Corley grew up in financial turmoil but after studying the wealthy was able to copy their habits and make his money dreams into a reality.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/tomcorley

Broadway Roulette founder and CEO Liz Durand Streisand literally gave birth to her child just as her business came to life.

Having that dual focus on the baby and Broadway Roulette created the perspective and balance to keep push past challenges and grow them both.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/lizdruandstreisand

First she stole his heart...

then she stole his credit cards.

Newlywed Hilary Hendershott, CFP® found herself with out of cash after launching her own financial advisory firm, and decided to tap into her new husband’s credit cards- but neglected to tell him.

Then the truth came out.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/hilaryhendershott

Jessi Fearon lives her Real Life on a Budget- but getting her husband in line when he saw a great sale on Fireworks was still a challenge.

Plus her tips on how she got her book buying obsession under control! For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jessifearon

Novelist Cristina Alger wrote her first book, The Darlings as a side hustle while working 120 hours a week.

When she ditched the day job to write full time, Cristina also walked away from the pricey perks.

But the author of The Bankers Wife, quickly found herself with the time to create better benefits for herself and her family.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/christinaalger

TV and theater producer Jenna Segal had a dramatic financial shock as a child. Now as a financial grownup, Jenna takes her cue from that experience to make sure the creative ambition of her productions is in line with financial realities.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jennasegal

Andy Hill was so in love with his then future wife that he literally used his student loan money to buy her the ring she wanted- and oops did not tell her.

He shares what happened when she did find out, and what he would do differently now that he is a financial grownup.

Bonus: His tips on how to start a 529 account for your kids.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/andyhill

Invested author and podcast host Danielle Town talks candidly about her sometimes painful family money history and how she and her dad healed their relationship, and eventually teamed up to educate others about money and investing.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/danielletown

When journalist Vera Gibbons launched nonpoliticalnews.com she had lots of former colleagues and friends telling her she needed to spend money on all kinds of costs, but after making a few missteps, the entrepreneur learned to prioritize and keep her costs in check while she built a strong foundation.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/veragibbons

When Skillcrush founder and CEO Adda Birnir got laid off from her job at a digital ad agency, she decided to follow the money and discovered a lucrative business she did not even know existed.

Her ability to leverage events like South by Southwest and understand how to make tech education appeal to women have driven the phenomenal growth of her startup.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/addabirnir

Shane Snow and his Contently Co-Founders had a booming business- that almost completely crashed after they found themselves strapped for cash and struggling to meet payroll.

Plus the nutritional bang-for-the buck of popular diets, including the keto diet and ramen noodles.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shanesnow

Investment advisor Andy Wang, host of the Inspired Money podcast, stepped out of his comfort zone, tried something that scared him, and connected with new clients and friends including celebrities like Christie Brinkley.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/andrewwang

Likeable media’s Carrie Kerpen made a decision to step away from the day-to-day of her growing social media agency to focus almost exclusively on brand building.

Today she is the host of the All the Social Ladies podcast, the author of Work It: Secrets for Success from the Boldest Women in Business, and hosts a Facebook Watch channel under the Work It brand.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/carriekerpen

Award-winning CBS Business Correspondent, and radio and podcast host Jill Schlesinger talks about how she literally bribed her ex-husband to go away, after just one year of marriage.

She also shares her best tip for organizing and tracking spending.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jillschlesinger

Indiana-based radiologist Scott Steenburg joins the Financial Grownup podcast as our first listener to share a money story.

Scott shares the story of how a push to have students take out more money than needed to pay for tuition, created devastating debt situations for classmates.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/scottsteenburg

Writer Paulette Perhach, known for her F*** Off Fund articles and website, has been featured in Cosmo and Glamour, but collecting cash from her writing clients was killing her ability to be a financial grownup.

Paulette also shares her secret to free stuff- including haircuts.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/pauletteperhach

The Opposite of Spoiled author Ron Lieber dishes on the underground network he tapped into as a teen to ace the financial aid game- and gives a sneak peak into his next book “What to Pay for College".

Plus, Ron’s secret to getting hot tickets at below market prices- Including the Cubs.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ronlieber

After early divorce set Kayla Sloan on an emotional spending binge and into debt, she discovered she could help herself, by working behind the scenes helping a growing market of entrepreneurs- and then becoming one herself.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kaylasloan

When Brandless CEO Tina Sharkey turned 30, she didn’t want a birthday party- she just wanted the cake. Specifically a photograph of a walking birthday cake with legs that was by artist Laurie Simmons.

Little did she know the significant role that work would play in her life.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/tinasharkey

Entrepreneur and influencer Amanda Abella found out she was underpaid and often overlooked.

But when she started playing hardball in negotiations with a really big potential client, she and her agent did not get the response they expected.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/amandaabella

Jen Hemphill and her husband believe in supporting family, but when the author of Her Money Matters, and the host of the podcast of the same name, was asked to lend money to a relative, she realized it would come at a cost to her own financial well being.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/JenHemphill

An unexpected Instagram connection helped New York City artist Kristin Simmons pivot from her start in advertising to a full-time, award-winning, and profitable art career.

Her provocative work is informed by the excessive, materialistic cultures of Wall Street and New York City.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kristinsimmons

Life Coach and best-selling author Allison Task was a dot-com millionaire by 30, only to lose it all in the dot-com bust. But from there she started on a path that has included working with Martha Stewart, hosting cooking shows, writing cook books, building a coaching business and her latest book “Personal (R)evolution. How To Be Happy, Change Your Life, And Do That Thing You’ve Always Wanted To Do."

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/allisontask

Clever Girl Finance’s Bola Sokunbi is famous for saving $100k on a $54k salary in about 3 years. But then she started dropping $3,000 on a massive collection of luxury handbags, most of which she never even used.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/bolasokunbi

New dad and financial advisor Kevin Matthews wanted to start teaching his baby about money even before his son was born- and almost missed his birth!

But the video evidence of his dedication to the future financial health of his baby is a gift that is truly one of a kind.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kevinmatthews

As a young woman in New York City, Randi Zuckerberg, author of “Pick Three: You Can Have It All (Just Not Every Day)" was struggling financially. Her mom, knowing the financial strain, came armed with… luxury goods. Think Jimmy Choo shoes. But as Randi explains, the designer duds were part of a very intentional lesson, that put Randi right on track to being a financial grownup.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/randizuckerberg

When Liz Thames and her husband adopted their dog Gracie they went on a spending bender buying up countless toys and treats for their new baby.

Instead, their precious pet taught them a lesson in values that helped shape the parents and family they became.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lizthames

Comedian Catie Lazarus does not just host Employee of the Month, she also runs the business that supports it.

Being the boss means setting realistic expectations for her team, and dealing with those who aren’t on board with her mission.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/CatieLazarus

“The Big Life” author and former Seventeen Magazine Editor-in-Chief Ann Shoket’s boss literally mocked her when she asked to get paid more as a young magazine editor.

Now, she knows better.

Ann shares the one thing she does to find out what to ask for in negotiations, and how she leverages it to make more money.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/annshoket

Chris Browning, host of the Popcorn Finance podcast got a clean bill of health for his wife after a hospital stay a few years ago.

But despite having been patients there before, a billing mixup left his credit score needing intensive care.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrisbrowning

Certified Financial Planner Manisha Thakor bonded with her dad over a love of the HP12C calculator and all of its investing tools.

The author of Get Financially Naked shares her actual math formulas on how to lock in the right number for retirement and other goals. No excuses for listeners after this episode.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/manishathakor

Whitney Johnson, author of "Disrupt Yourself” and her new book “Build an A Team” finds out from her financial planner that her overspending is impacting her ability to tithe 10 percent and support her church.

She and her family plan a self-disruption, downsizing their life so they can deploy their money in a more intentional way.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/whitneyjohnson

Doug Boneparth CFP® got his entrepreneurial game on early in life when at just 15 he was selling Japanese Anime video’s on a new platform - eBay.

While the business did not last, the lessons about supply and demand, as well as keeping track of the profits, provided the foundation for the entrepreneur he is today.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/doug-boneparth

Canadian rower Jeremiah Brown, author of “The 4 Year Olympian” had a dream- to make it to the Olympics in four years- without sinking into debt.

That meant downsizing, living lean, and learning how to get the most financial support possible for his athletic ambitions.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jeremiahbrown

Leanna Haakons trusted a friend to sell her car so she could use the proceeds for tuition.

But when she handed over the keys, he hit the road leaving her without the cash to pay for school.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/LeannaHaakons

Deborah Owens, aka America’s Wealth Coach and creator of WealthyU literally drove down the value of her car, and actually owed money at the end of her lease.

She admits she didn’t even know the difference between owning and leasing a car.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/deborahowens

When Melanie Lockert and her partner launched the Lola Retreat in 2017, profits were at the bottom of their list.

So low they did not even try to go for sponsors until just a few weeks before the event. What happened then was shocking.

Plus a money tip for the luxury lover.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/melanielockert

When model and actress Victoria Summer got her big break first in Saving Mr. Banks playing Julie Andrews, and then in Transformers 4, she was happy about the big upfront paycheck- but got really excited when she learned about residuals aka passive income.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/victoriasummer

Certified Financial Planner Cary Carbonaro watched enviously from the sidelines as her fellow students splurged on so-called living expenses in college when their student loan checks came due.

But for the author of The Money Queen’s guide-For Women who want to build wealth and banish fear- post-graduation the tables were turned.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/CaryCarbonaro

After locking in new client soon-to-be President Barack Obama for her online consulting business Women Online, Morra Aarons-Mele learned she was $60,000 in the hole on her line of credit- three times what she had thought.

The author of “Hiding in the Bathroom. An Introvert’s Roadmap to Getting Out There (When You’d Rather Stay Home)" shares what she did wrong, what her accountant did wrong, and what happened next.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/morraaarons-mele

Kristin Wong laughs about it now but she literally cried and wanted to drown her sorrows at TGI Fridays when an unexpected tax bill hit her out of the blue.

She fesses up to Bobbi that it never occurred to her that she would not get a refund. Ironically, her money tip is one for the budget conscious foodie in all of us.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kristin-wong

Trade Bodge and her partners set out to build a business- that they knew was challenging before they even started.

But they focused on funding, building a strong foundation, and learning from the past mistakes.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast/traebodge

Shannon McLay, founder of the Financial Gym and host of the Martini’s and Your Money podcast dishes on her first- only partly legal- employment experience.

Plus her recipe for cutting down the liqueur bill and more tips for having a fun night out without breaking the bank.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shannonmclay

John Schwartz, NY Times correspondent and author of the new book “This Is the Year I Put My Financial Life in Order” shares the story of his first home purchase, how it brought him to the brink of bankruptcy, and why he flosses every day.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/johnschwartz

Retire Inspired’s Chris Hogan had a taste for expensive food at the grocery store- and it was was thinning out his bank account.

But when he saw the true cost of his weekly habit he quickly hit the brakes and kept the change.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/chrishogan

Facing a decade of debt, financial analyst turned blogger Michelle Schroeder-Gardner got to work, side-hustling like her financial freedom depended on it- because it did.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/michelleschroedergardner

After 148 rejections in the first funding round, Kathryn Minshew founder and CEO of the Muse took note of what she did wrong and upped her game when she went looking for new financing.

Minshew scored close to $30 million thanks to the new approach.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/kathrynminshew

Psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig was living a jet-set life, hosting her own reality tv television show and appearing regularly on the Today Show.

But one day she got a phone call from a bill collector- that was literally a wake-up call and it changed her life.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/drrobiludwig

Money expert Lynnette Khalfani-Cox admits she was “young and dumb” when she owed money and could not pay it back.

Instead of facing her reality- she hoped if she ignored it, it would go away.

It did not.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/lynnettekhalfanicox

Afford Anything podcast’s Paula Pant wanted to travel the world. The Vegas-based real estate entrepreneur gamified her savings strategy to score enough money to live her DIY travel dreams.

For more information, go to http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/paulapant

Dad Dave Ramsey taught Rachel Cruze the basics of money and staying out of debt, but that did not keep her from wanting to splurge before she had the cash to afford it.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/rachelcruze

Certified Financial Planner Shannah Compton Game, host of the Millennial Money podcast, literally walked away from everything she owned when she got divorced.

Ironically, she says it was the best financial decision she ever made.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/shannahcomptongame

Josh Robbins shares the no-regrets story of his 11-year old self blowing a huge sum of money on one of the most memorable days of his life.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/joshrobbins

The popular podcast host fesses up to having been a cheapskate fashion victim early in his career- and how learning to dress better, literally made him wealthier.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/joesaulsehy

Lauren Smith Brody, author of The Fifth Trimester turned down a high prestige offer when she realized saying yes would make her feel like a fraud.

Then, a surprise turn of events proved the decision was the right one.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/laurensmithbrody

Stefanie O’Connell had stars in her eyes but no cash in her bank account...

So she pivoted her passion for drama into a more profitable profession.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/stefanieoconnell

Emma Johnson, Author of The Kickass Single Mom: Be Financially Independent, Discover Your Sexiest Self and Raise Fabulous Happy Children and the force behind the Wealthy Single Mommy website shares the dramatic story of how a tragic accident led to the end of her marriage.

Then, after a total financial collapse with two children in tow, she turned it all around while building a multi-six figure self-driven business.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/emmajohnson

MSNBC Your Business host JJ Ramberg didn’t just love Ben & Jerry’s ice cream growing up.

She loved their mission. That led not only to her career interviewing entrepreneurs on television but to her own socially responsible ventures including Goodshop and The Startup Club.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/jjramberg

Millennial financial literacy advocate David Grasso, of Gen FKD and Bold Business shares the story of his Cuban immigrant mother and how at age 9 she found herself in charge of the family finances after an unexpected accidental death in the family.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/davidgrasso

After growing up in extreme poverty, Carrie Sheffield came into a huge pile of money - and nearly lost it all after getting some bad advice. Her story and how she came back after the debacle is unbelievable.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/carriesheffield

Farnoosh Torabi was underpaid and overworked as a young journalist. But a key piece of information put her on the road - albeit a rocky road - to doubling her pay.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/farnooshtorabi

Entrepreneur Jamila Souffrant’s Journey to Launch to financial freedom actually started before her red hot podcast and blog.

She took a risk on a not-yet-trendy Brooklyn neighborhood called DUMBO early in her adult life, and continues to profit from her smart bet.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/jamilasouffrant

Drop The Ball author and Levo Chief Leadership Officer Tiffany Dufu shares an eye opening story of how she was able to start a lucrative new business in the wake of a disappointing career setback.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com//2018/2/14/tiffany-dufu

Pricing is one of the biggest challenges in business-especially when it has to do with figuring out what you yourself are worth.

Jean shares her strategy as well as how to manage the emotional side of money management.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/jean-chatzky

Rebecca Jarvis, ABC News Chief Business, Technology and Economics Correspondent, and Host and Managing editor of the “No Limits with Rebecca Jarvis” learned her financial lessons early.

But the truth about the value of that education really came to light when she learned what was going on with a dear friend. You will learn why you want Rebecca, and friends like her, on your team.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/2018/2/4/rebecca-jarvis

Entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary reveals a big secret his mother had been keeping from him only after she had passed away.

The information he discovered heavily influenced his approach to the stock market and helped him make his fortune.

O’Leary also catches Bobbi off guard with his unexpected money tip.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/2018/2/4/kevin-oleary

Author David Bach gets real with host Bobbi Rebell about a money disaster and how he got out of the mess.

Then Bobbi adds a controversial twist to his advice.

For more information, visit the show notes at http://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast-episodes/2018/2/4/david-bach