Your Two Cents - The Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Sylvia Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens host Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
There are so many questions when it comes to money and most of them feel super gross to talk about. Your Two Cents - The Podcast brings real people together for real conversations about money. From buying a house, to getting out of debt, to having great hair on a budget, we'll cover it all with our inspiring, savvy guests.
Your Two Cents & Your Two Cents - The Podcast are proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
Doing something nice for someone always makes us feel great right? But what about when you’re asked to support a fundraiser financially. Does it really help? Where does the money ACTUALLY go?
What if we want to help but don’t have the funds? Alicia and Sylvia talk to two professional fundraisers from the QEII Foundation who shed light on what giving really means.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is hosted by Alicia Mccarvell, Sylvia Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens.
It's proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
We all know someone who collects stuff right? Hockey cards, Beanie Babies, Barbies, sneakers, POGS?
But does collecting collectables really have a payoff?
Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes talk to Mireka Starr, Craig Pew and Ken Reid about their collections and get to the bottom of the question we’ve been dying to ask. Are you really collecting money or is it just dust?
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
We will admit, the thought of talking to a financial expert has terrified us in the past. But the truth is, financial experts are real humans with real life experience AND they’re super knowledgeable about how you can best manage your money, even if you don’t have a lot of it right now.
So dig in as Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes chat with Credit Union Financial Expert Deena Eddison this time on Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Our guest today is Melissa Leong. You might recognize her as the resident money expert on The Social but she’s also the author of the best selling book Happy-Go-Money and finds her passion empowering people through financial literacy.
She uses science to actually figure out if money really can buy happiness!
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is hosted by Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes. It's proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Mental health is a topic that thankfully has become less and less taboo over the years to talk about, but still impacts millions of Canadians every year. Mental health resources are still expensive and difficult in some cases to access, making it hard for people without the means to get it when they need it.
Alicia and Sylvia talk mental health with Martina Kelades, the founder of Life Out Loud, a black owned business supporting people through their mental health journeys. She has seen first hand the impacts mental health has on people, including herself, and she loves coaching and sharing so we can all be our best selves.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is hosted by Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes. It's proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Joanna Griffiths started KNIX before making leak-proof underwear was even a thing. Sometimes making payroll was hard. Sometimes being a leader was hard. But she kept betting on herself, knowing the financial risks were worth the rewards.
Joanna built a business that has made women all around the world feel seen, more comfortable and less ashamed of their bodies. Last year Joanna sold KNIX when it was valued at half a Billion dollars.
How did she do it? Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes get the in's and out's on how Joanna turned her dream into a reality, and better yet, a community.
Your Two Cents is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Groceries are more expensive than ever, so finding ways to get the most food for your hard earned dollar is top of mind these days. We’ll chat with Content Creator, Coupon Cutie Canada to share tips and tricks on how to find the best deals, and how to shop smart in this market filled with inflation.
Alicia Mccarvell, Sylvia Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens host Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
This podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Regardless of whether you rent or own, making your home feel like yours can be daunting. Alicia has turned her rental into her dream home. Sylvia just lived through a gut-job reno and our guest Sarah Nicole Landry (The Birds Papaya) is about to embark on home reno of her own. She shares all her tips and tricks on how she made budget friendly but beautiful choices, her DIY go to's and the power of home organization. No matter your budget there is inspo in here for all.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Fun fact about Nathan MacIntosh. He once got kicked out of math class for asking to ditch quadratic functions to learn about budgeting for groceries. His teacher didn’t think it was a laughing matter, but he turned his frustrations with money into comedy gold. He’s a comic with his own show, brand new comedy album and has even made Jimmy Fallon buckle in laughter with his money talk. He brings the laughs and honesty to Alicia and Sylvia this time on Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
Talking about money can range from knowing (or not knowing) what you're worth at work, splurging on a handbag, or feeling guilty about not knowing enough about it. Our hosts Alicia Mccarvell and Sylvia Beirnes dive right into it all in Part 2 of our honest chat about money with Jasmine Parent, Kayla Short, Thanh Phung and Amanda Tingley.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
It seems like everyone has a different relationship with money, let alone how much they know about it. So we've put together a group of incredible women who go way back to the beginning when they first learned about money, how they saw money as kids, and how that's impacted them today. Listen in as Jasmine Parent, Kayla Short, Thanh Phung and Amanda Tingley join Sylvia and Alicia for this really real convo on this taboo topic.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is back and we've got Alicia Mccarvell in tow as our new Co-Host all season long. Jonathan Torrens and Sylvia Beirnes officially welcome Alicia and these three money talkers get into the tough stuff. They've pulled the financial questions you're "supposed" to ask a partner before you take big steps in life. Yup, we're going there, so tune in to find out what they had to say.
Your Two Cents is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Credit Unions.
Too many vendors hear the word "wedding" and get dollar signs in their eyes. But The Birds Papaya and host Sylvia Beirnes used their weddings as an opportunity to get creative, support local, save some money and still have the weddings of their dreams.
From dresses to flowers to photographers, to suits, you won't want to miss the Season 1 Finale of Your Two Cents - The Podcast, with Sarah Nicole Landry (AKA The Birds Papaya).
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Wedding Budgeting got you down? Check out Wedding Budgeting 101 to get you on the right track!
Yes weddings can be pricey, but not just for the Bride & Groom. Check out some tips on how to say 'No' to those saying 'I Do'.
In the market for a new (or new to you) car? Not sure if you should buy or lease? You're absolutely not alone on that one. Sylvia chats with Personal Trainer and Tedx Public Speaker Dane Woodland about their new cars and which road they chose to take to get them there.
Dane and Sylvia talk about everything from buying and leasing, insurance to how you can maximize your trade-in value during this hot sellers market.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly hosted by Sylvia Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens and made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Need some help doing your money math? Atlantic Credit Unions have a helpful personal loan calculator to see what kinds of payments fit your budget.
Thinking of getting your first car? Check out this fabulous guide to your first car!
If you loved Dane on Your Two Cents - The Podcast, check him out on Your Two Cents - The Show!
DIY Mom Rebekah Higgs loves sharing her house flips with her fans in hopes she can inspire others to tackle their own projects too.
Now she's dishing on one HUGE part of the process that doesn't get talked about enough. The money part. Rebekah takes Sylvia through her journey to funding this passion that is home renovation, and Sylvia shares the abundance of info she's learning as she lives through her own home reno.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly hosted by Sylvia Rose Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens and is made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Looking to renovate your house? Talk to someone at Atlantic Credit Unions about re-financing your mortgage to make it possible! Use their handy mortgage calculator tool to see what you might be able to afford!
Are you in a love it or list it situation? Check out the guide to renovating or relocating!
Sam Maggs is a Canadian living in Los Angeles, and with some trial and error has conquered life as a freelancer. Sam shares her incredible wisdom on finding her value, working on what she believes in, and fighting for pay equality at work. Not into working as a freelancer? Don't worry we've got tips on maximizing your value at work too!
Sam Maggs is a bestselling writer of books, comics, and video games. Her most recent novels are The Unstoppable Wasp: Built on Hope and Con Quest!, and the graphic novels Marvel Action: Captain Marvel, Rick & Morty Ever After, Tell No Tales: Pirates of the Southern Seas, and Critical Role: Mighty Nein Origins—Jester. Her game writing includes work on Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Marvel's Spider-Man DLC, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and the upcoming Tiny Tina's Wonderlandse. And yes, she desperately misses Coffee Crisp and bagged milk!
Your Two Cents is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
Want to see more of Sam? She talks gaming setups on Your Two Cents - The Show!
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Trying to save for the future as a freelancer? Honest Money has some tips!
Need some help making it through some tough financial times? Check out the Hard Times Survival Guide.
Chris Greene is a celebrity hairstylist who spends his time between Meche Salon in Beverly Hills and Salon 1883 in Halifax. A truly spectacular stylist, Chris LOVES making people feel amazing, but also knows the tips and tricks to maintaining those salon worthy locks at home.
Chris and Sylvia take a deep dive into the world of haircare. What should you splurge on? Where can you save some cash? How much product should you own? How often should you be washing your hair? Should you get bangs? They truly cover it all.
Your Two Cents is hosted by Sylvia Beirnes and Jonathan Torrens and is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Want more tips and tricks on how you can save on beauty? Watch Your Two Cents - Beauty Call now!
And if you're looking for even more refreshingly honest tips on money, check out more amazing content on Honest Money.
Priya and Thanh are the creators of Blushco, their small business that supports small businesses through marketing support and their stunning lifestyle boxes. As first generation Canadians, they've seen first-hand the hard work and dedication it takes to get a business off the ground and have it thrive. But when it was time for them to start their own side-hustles, they had a crystal clear vision, but knew they needed A LOT of help to make sure they were starting off on the right foot. Cue their incredible partners at Atlantic Credit Unions.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Priya and Thanh are no strangers to Your Two Cents - check out their feature on Your Two Cents - The Show here and here!
Credit Unions are in the business of YOUR business. Check out their small business profiles for some serious inspo.
For all things refreshingly honest about money visit honestmoney.ca.
HGTV's Tiffany Pratt transforms spaces and inspires viewers through her incredible design, her creativity and her passion for bringing out the best in people and their spaces. Better yet, she also loves the thrill of saving money along the way by up-cycling, DIY and a little imagination. Tiffany shares her best tips and tricks on how to style your home (and make it truly yours) on any budget.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Tiffany Pratt stopped by Your Two Cents - The Show! Watch her episode now.
If you're looking for some more refreshingly honest tips on money, check out http://www.honestmoney.ca
Thinking of buying your first home? You don't have to go it alone-our. The Atlantic Credit Unions guide to home buying is here to help! https://honestmoney.ca/stories/guide-to-homebuying
Happy Holidays from Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
We'll see you again on January 11th with many more amazing guests talking about our favourite topic, money!
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
Spencer Barbosa made it her goal to move out on her own and be financially independent by the age of 18. Did she do it? Of course she did. By working three jobs, tracking her spending meticulously and not being afraid of hunting for an excellent deal, Spencer is living the dream she created for herself.
As a TikTok and Instagram star with a ton of influence, she's using her platform to help educate her peers on how to fall in love with financial independence too. Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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For all things refreshingly honest about money head over to: http://www.honestmoney.ca
Think the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) Movement sounds enticing? See if it makes sense for you and your future. https://honestmoney.ca/stories/the-fire-movement
Sarah Nicole Landry (AKA The Birds Papaya) discovered Thrift Shopping when she was a single Mom on a very tight budget. Now a wildly successful Influencer online, she sits down with Sylvia to talk about why second hand shopping started as a necessity but turned into a love affair.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Sarah Nicole Landry isn't the only one who loves Thrifting, Schitt's Creek star Annie Murphy does too!
Looking for more refreshingly honest info on money? Look no further.
Want to save instead of splurge? We've got you covered.
Jasmine Parent has proudly dubbed herself the CEO of her household. She not only runs a successful online business, but she’s a social media influencer, and she’s got the art of saving money down to a science. This time on Your Two Cents – The Podcast, Jasmine and Sylvia talk about the high stakes, high stress, and high reward world of buying and selling houses.
Your Two Cents is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
SHOW NOTES:
Want some refresihingly honest tips about money? Visit honestmoney.ca
Thinking of buying your first home? You don't have to go it alone. The Atlantic Credit Union have a trusty Guide to Homebuying.
No idea what kind of mortgage you can afford? There's an Honest Money mortgage calculator for that!
Want to see Jasmine on this season of The Cashelor? Head over to YourTwoCents.ca
You might recognize Dylan Playfair from smash hits such as Letterkenny, The Mighty Ducks and Descendants. Want in on a little secret? He LOVES to work out - yes, even on leg day. Not only does DP love working out for his physical health, but his mental health too.
But he knows not everyone has a ton of time to hit the gym, or even the cash to join one. So Dylan and Sylvia get their heart rates going by breaking down what equipment you can skimp on, and what you should splurge on to get sweaty in the comfort of your own home.
Your Two Cents - The Podcast is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Dylan Playfair on Your Two Cents - The Show! - No Gym No Problem
For refreshingly honest info on money - check out Honest Money
If you're one third of Canadians who feel stressed about money, you're not alone. Here are some great tips on money and your mental health.
Alicia McCarvell has taken the world by storm. She's a self-love advocate who has won over fans on social media all over the world with her humour, giant heart and authenticity.
Earlier this year Alicia jumped head first into the acting pool alongside Jonathan Torrens. You can see Alicia as 'Connie' on Bell TV's VOLLIES.
But before Alicia was a household name, she was struggling with both her body image and an increasing amount of debt. Once again Alicia pulls back the curtain to let us into her struggles with debt, and her amazing comeback to now proudly live debt free.
Your Two Cents is proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
Love what you heard here? Head over to @CanadianContentStudios on Instagram to check out Alicia in 'The Newly Bed Game' and lots more from Your Two Cents, the show!
SHOW NOTES:
- Honest Money for all things refreshingly honest about money.
- How to actually pay off your debt—truly!
Jonathan Torrens has been a staple on our screens since he was 16 years old. When he got his break on Street Cents, learning how to educate his peers on the importance of financial matters in a relevant, fun way gave him street cred in the hallways at school, and gave viewers super powerful, real life advice.
Your Two Cents is here to carry the torch to educate this generation of consumers on the things that matter to them, their social feeds and most importantly, their wallets.
We've enlisted some of Canada's finest talent to talk money. A topic we shy away from far too often, but has valuable lessons in life and in finances.
This time on Your Two Cents - The Podcast hosts Jonathan Torrens and Sylvia Beirnes talk about why caring about your money is cool, and why talking about it is even cooler and what you can expect to hear this season on Your Two Cents - The Podcast.
Your Two Cents & Your Two Cents - The Podcast are proudly made by Canadian Content Studios in partnership with Atlantic Credit Unions.
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Honest Money for all things refreshingly honest about money.
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Guide to budgeting, but not in the scary way.
Love what you listened to? Follow @CanadianContentStudios for lots more on Your Two Cents.