Episodes

Let's talk about debt. There’s a lot of shame and fear around debt, and much of it is stirred up by money experts who want you to believe that you aren’t good enough unless you are debt-free. Can we please cut the crap and be honest about debt. We all have had it or will have it. It does not reflect who you are or your skills with money. Life happens. You go to school and take on debt. You had a leak in your roof and needed to put the repairs on your credit cards. You went shopping to feel bette...

Without thinking, tell me your first thought that comes to mind about money. My guess is your thought isn’t super positive. And that’s not your fault. Your brain is always driving what you’re feeling and how you’re acting, and is where all the programming you get from society and your family is stored - especially when it comes to money. This all goes into your brain, and then your brain comes up with its own idea about money. So, you must learn how to rewire your thoughts about money. The reaso...

In this Ask Shannah episode, I'm answering a question from Diana, who wants to know if it's really possible to create a profitable podcast as a side hustle. I share my story of creating this podcast and some lessons I've learned over the last nine years since I started this show. Links The Podcast class - sign up for my special group coaching program to create, launch, and profit from your podcast. I've got 5 spots open for our January cohort. Submit a money question for Shannah to answer in ...

Let me be real honest with you. There’s only so much you can cut from your spending to change your money situation. So, instead of hyper-focusing on cutting more, I want you to shift your thinking to what could bring in more cash flow. That’s a much healthier way of looking at your money and can change your money situation quickly. Our guest, Whitney Hansen, host of the Money Nerds podcast, knows something about bringing in more cash flow. She has tried and tested many side hustles to find the m...

I'm not a big fan of money goals. Instead, I like to think about setting money intentions. A money intention is a feeling or a why behind your goal. This feeling or why becomes a strong motivating factor to take all the steps necessary to achieve your goal. Intentions are also focused on your thoughts around money. If you have debt and are always thinking you suck at money, well, your brain isn't super motivated to get rid of that debt. In this annual New Year's episode, I'm sharing how to set y...

Day 12 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: In this summer money episode, we talk about the importance of building good money habits with Eric Roberge, CFP and founder of Beyond Your Hammock. Eric emphasizes that creating these habits takes effort and consistency, but it's okay to face money challenges along the way. The key is to push through and strive for financial ease. The best way to start is by identifying your most important financial goal and enjoying the journey while celebrating progress. ...

Day 11 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Did you know that over 5.5 million people in the U.S. are living on a tipped income? You know, servers, bartenders, ushers, nail salon workers, valets, and even strippers who all rely on tips to survive financially. But did you also know that tipped workers happen to be some of the most economically disadvantaged? If you’re a tipped worker, our guest, Barbara Sloan, author of the new book Tipped: The Life-Changing Guide to Financial Freedom for Waitresses, ...

Day 10 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: In this episode, we’re talking about a real estate strategy that’s helping investors combat higher interest rates with consistent cash flow, called medium-term rentals with Sarah Weaver. Sarah runs three businesses that serve both real estate investors and real estate agents and is the author of 30-Day Stay: The Investor’s Guide to Mastering the Medium-Term Rental. According to Sarah, medium-term rentals are like having your cake and eating it, too, when it...

Day 9 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Money trauma is real, and you most likely have experienced a version of it in your life. Ever spend too much on something because it makes you feel better? Ever feel stuck in the same money patterns as your parents? Ever hold on to money tightly out of fear of spending it or just losing it? These are all examples of money trauma that our guest, Christina Foxwell, author of the new book Glass Angel, says we all go through. So, how can you deal with money trau...

Day 8 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: What would it look like to negotiate any situation fearlessly? Our guest, Mori Taheripour, is a globally recognized negotiation expert and an award-winning faculty member at the Wharton School who has written this masterclass of a book, Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly. We’re going to do a deep dive into how you can negotiate any situation fearlessly, her four principles of negotiation to follow, and why she says...

Day 7 of our 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Raise your hand if you’re sleepy. According to our guest, Terry Cralle, a registered nurse, certified clinical sleep educator, and author of Sleeping Your Way to the Top, we are ALL not getting enough sleep. As she describes, it’s a vicious cycle between the lack of sleep and money stress, so no wonder you’re probably stressed out and pretty sleepy. Terry’s got some great tricks up her sleeve that can help you both sleep better and worry a little less ab...

Day 6 of our 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Will more money eliminate all your money stress? It’s a question I’ve tossed around in my head for many years now. Of course, you and I both would love to test the theory - to have more money than you need and see how that feels. Try it on for a day or two. Our guest, Jesse Mecham, Founder and CEO of You Need a Budget, or YNAB, one of my very favorite budgeting platforms, has seen a ton of budgets over the years, and he's here to dish on it all. In this ...

Day 5 of the 12 Days of Holiday episodes: In this episode of "Everyone's Talkin' Money," Ben Hockema joins me to explore the idea of how much is "enough" money and what financial security looks like. We discuss how to figure out what is enough for each individual and create a financial plan that allows us to live the life we want. We dive into the detrimental effects of shame marketing and the importance of focusing on untapped potential instead. We also touch on the need to understand our relat...

Day 4 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Did you know there is $195 billion of medical debt outstanding? And, in fact, medical debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy here in the U.S. If you’ve been to the hospital or even a Dr. recently, you know, even with insurance, getting healthcare in the country means you often have to pay out of pocket in a big way. The truth is you shouldn’t be put in financial ruin for walking through the door of a hospital or medical provider. We are human beings who all...

Day 3 of 12 Days of Holiday episodes: Which camp are you in? Money can buy happiness or money can’t buy happiness? I grew up hearing that money can’t buy happiness, but then I saw everyone in my life push hard to make money, hold on tight to money, and not always enjoy money so that all got a bit confusing. Our guest, Jason Vitug, author of the new book Happy Money Happy Life, A Multidimensional Approach to Health, Wealth and Financial Freedom and founder of phroogal.com, believes that money isn...

It's Day 2 of our 12 Days of Holiday episodes. What does it take to live an abundant life? That feels like a pie-in-the-sky question to ask, but I want you just to entertain the thought for a moment. What does abundance look like to you? While money might be the first thing that pops into your head, I challenge you to think about abundance not simply as a dollar amount but as a way that you want to live your life - what you want to do, where you want to work, how you want to spend your time and ...

Day 1 of our 12 Days of Holiday Episodes. Did you know that passive income is one of the best ways to build wealth? It sounds pretty good, but passive income also has some flaws. The problem is when most people talk about passive income it isn’t actually passive income, like buying a business where you actually have to work. The true definition of passive income is to have money coming in when you aren’t working, aka when you’re sleeping money is flowing into your bank account. That sounds prett...

Every time I’ve gone to fill up with gas this year I’ve thought, “you know, an electric vehicle would really come in handy.” In this Ask Shannah episode, I’m exploring if electric vehicles can really help you save money and whether they are worth it or not with Peter Glenn, co-founder of EV Life. I’ve done a deep dive into all the incentives and tax breaks, but there’s a lot to know, and it feels like an ever-changing landscape. So when a listener question came in from Alex wanting to know if an...

This episode is a great way to close out the year. You may have heard of Jamila Souffrant’s top-rated podcast, Journey to Launch. Well, she’s got a new book that just hit the shelves: Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness that is a must-read. When I was thinking about our conversation, I kept coming back to financial freedom. We all want it, but how do you get there? I think one of the best places to start is with Jamila’s five stages of financ...

Relationships and Spending Money

The 7 Biggest Money Headlines of 2023. First, can we talk about how crazy of a year 2023 was? There was certainly a lot to talk about. I invite you to listen to this special episode that was recorded on the Earn & Invest podcast with its host, Jordan Grumet, myself, and Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins. Links The Earn & Invest Podcast Stacking Benjamins SPONSORS Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal...

Have you ever tried to achieve a money goal and felt like you never made any progress? Or do you walk around feeling completely uneasy about your money situation? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you are not alone. You see, money is about more than numbers. It’s about our very complex relationship with money that was set in motion even before we were born, believe it or not. As our much-beloved guest, Ken Honda, says, “It’s like you have a mold in you that attracts a certain rel...

Did you ever have bad dreams when you were a kid? Maybe you thought there was something lurking in your closet or under your bed - the boogie monster. Now, that boogie monster might be replaced by bad dreams about money. Our guest, Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast, is here to take away all those bad money dreams and help you go from financial fear to financial freedom. I get that money might feel scary - it’s a primal need, and you can’t escap...

Ever feel like a deer caught in headlights when it comes to managing your finances? You are not alone! We've all stood at that crossroads, but today, I'm venturing down the path of financial clarity. We're discussing the crème de la crème of money tools and apps that help you stay on top of your budget, like Monarch and You Need a Budget. I also shake up conventional banking wisdom as I highlight why it's worth considering online banks like Ally Bank and VARO and why avoiding monthly fees can be...