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There is over $2.1 trillion in checking accounts that is just sitting, hanging out, and not earning any interest. Why? Well, most of us are terrorized to part with our cash and love the feeling of seeing our money safe and sound. But that's not helping you build towards your future. Today's guest, Gil Akos, the co-founder, and CEO of Astra, a mobile app that helps you transfer money back and forth between all your accounts and automate your savings, so really there isn't a good excuse not to save your money. But I know, there are so many apps, do you need another one – I’m right there with you, but I have to say, I’m pretty intrigued… What You'll LearnWhat's hurting you by keeping your cash stashed in a bank accountWhy Gil created Astra and how can it make your financial life easierThe trends behind millennials and how much they saveWhy automating your finances is a powerful way to achieve goalsHow you can use the power of progress and be proactive to better your finances Links…

Call it a conspiracy or whatever you want, but there is a well-orchestrated message out there that creating a plan for your money that helps you achieve your goals is impossible – you’ll never save enough, you’ll never get out of debt, you’ll outlive your money, blah. That's not true because it is possible for you to get your financial house in order right now with what you’ve got in your bank account. Our podcast guest, Peter Lazaroff is going to show us how. What You'll LearnEasy strategies you can use to build your wealthHow to get in a better relationship with the world wealth Why you should create a reverse budget and how to create one easilyThe magic of goals based investing and how you can benefit from itSome of Peter's best tips from his new book, Making Money Simple: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Financial House in Order and Keeping It That Way Forever LinksSmart Money QuizPeter's websiteGrab Peter's book, Making Money SimpleMy favorite travel insurance site: CSA T…

Have you ever had those moments when you know you’ve got some extra cash in your bank account and then you aimlessly spend it all while thinking, "I know there was some good reason I was saving this money?" This episode is all about creating a plan to upgrade areas of your life where you spend the most amount of time because, without a plan, that extra cash will likely be spent on stuff you don't really need.  What You'll LearnWhy I decided to upgrade four areas of my life where I spend the most amount of timeHow to create a plan for upgrading your life based on your budgetMy 25%-50% rule that I use whenever I get extra cashHow spending money where you spend your life can help bring balance to all areas of your lifeHow to figure out what areas of your life need some upgrading LinksCasper MattressAvocado MattressThe best mouse ever SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a c…

We all have talents – maybe you’re good at writing, or you can bake a mean pie, or maybe you’re great at organization, or snowboarding is your jam. What if there was a way to use your talents to travel the world and have epic adventures? Our podcasts guest, Abbey Ley, is sharing how she traded her graphic design talents to explore the world. What You'll LearnHow did Abbey learn how to trade her talents to travel the worldHow does Abbey travel while still paying off her student loan and manage her credit card debtAbbey recently went on a 6-week trip - how did she figure out where to save and where to splurgeWhat advice does Abbey have for you to figure out what your talents are that you can trade for travelWhat has Abbey's money journey been as a freelancer trying to balance earning money with saving for her future LinksAbbey's companySamyama Mindfulness Bali SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! I…

As Erin Lowry says in her new book, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing, it’s easy to think you’re not ready or rich enough to start investing. But what if you’re exactly at the right place right now to start investing and dramatically change your future? What You'll LearnSo how do you know when you're ready to start investing?Why do we all wait too long to start investingHow can you get started investing if you're uncomfortable with losing moneyHow Erin got interested in personal finance and ultimately investingErin's favorite tidbits from her new book, Broke Millennial Takes on Investing LinksBroke Millennial Takes on InvestingBroke Millennial SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to info@mmoneypodcast.com.  Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Socia…

The idea of going solo is so super sexy – sipping champagne all day long, vacationing when you want, working from anywhere in the world, but what happens to your cash when you go solo is also an important piece of the puzzle.  Our podcast guest today, Morra Aarons-Mele, is dishing all about how she decided one day to sit down and factor out how much money she left behind the day she walked away from the corporate world. And yes, it's somewhere around $1.3 million.  What You'll LearnHear how Morra discovered how much money she walked away fromWhat are women not thinking about that they should be in terms of their financial futureHow we can begin to change the conversation around retirement so it's something we're inspired to tackle early onWhy women tend to be more conservative investors, and how to change our thinkingHow to push past being introverted and get yourself out there in terms of your career LinksGirlboss articleMorra's Website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the …

Did you know that 300 million people around the world have depression and anxiety, according to the World Health Organization, and It’s estimated that 15 percent of the adult population will experience depression at some point in their lifetime? I’m one of them, and this is my journey. What You'll LearnThe money lessons I learned battling through depression and anxietyWhy I'm a big fan of creating a "health slush fund"How I used acupuncture and herbs to help heal my bodyWhat food choices I made to get my body in fighting shapeThe economic impact of depression on everyday lifeHow green juice helped heal my body LinksAcupuncture for stress and depressionDepression statistics and the economic impact of depression SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to info@mmoneypodcast.com.  Ask S…

Being smart with your money is more than just knowing how to pay off debt and save for retirement. Being smart with your money is about taking inventory of your entire life, every aspect of you, and bringing that in alignment with the version of life you want to live. Our podcast guest, Yogesh, is the CEO and co-founder of Avibra, a super innovative new app that is flipping the idea of life insurance on its side and focusing on how longevity + mortality can come together to create a unique value to current and next-generation customers. What You'll LearnWhy traditional life insurance gets a bad wrapHow to incorporate life insurance coverage in your financial planWhat living well and making smart lifestyle choices have in common with life insuranceWhat Yogesh learned growing up in a poor family in India that he's brought to his company, AvibraHow seeking wellness translates in your financesWhat Avibra is doing differently for those who earn less than $100,000 LinksAvibraStrong F…

It’s no secret, we all have dreams of being the next great social media influencer, and why not, they’re making serious bank. So what does it take to be an influencer and put a few more bucks in your bank account? Our podcast guest, Brendan Kane, is recently known for gaining one million followers in 100 countries in less than 30 days, which lead to his new book One Million Followers. I’m thinking Brendan can help us all brush up on our social influence. What You'll LearnWhy are we all so hooked on social media influencersWhat are the economics behind the social media influencer businessWhat can we learn from the Frye festivalHow can an entrepreneur or small business gain a massive social media following, and should they be focused on thatHow can we set ourselves up to best work with brandsWhat advice would you give someone who wants to grow their social account authentically LinksBrendan on InstagramOne Million Followers SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know wh…

As Doug Lynam, our podcast guest says, money is not the root of all evil, but we all need to be a little bit wealthy. That may seem like a controversial statement from someone who spent 20 years as a Monk, but as Doug talks about in this episode, there is a way to get in a healthy relationship with your money so you can live life on your terms. In fact, Doug ‘s money journey started way back when the monastery he worked for went bankrupt, which forced him to learn about money management – now that’s a story you don’t hear about every day! What You'll LearnHow did Doug go from monk to money managerWhat life was like as a monk and how that relates to moneyWhat money lessons did Doug learn from his monastery going bankruptWhy we should all strive to be a little bit wealthyWhat advice Doug would give his 30-something self about life and money LinksDoug's websiteFrom Monk to Money Manager book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click…

Money is one of the leading causes of divorce. Why? Because we don’t like to talk about it, not while we’re dating, not when we get engaged, and certainly not when we get married. Can we change the divorce rate if we just starting talking about money? Today's podcast guest, Dan Hinz, is helping couples learn how to talk about money with their partner so we can all have happy and long-lasting relationships. What You'll LearnWhy is so hard to talk to your significant other and spouse about moneyWhat are the trickiest subjects to talk about in regards to money and why do we all avoid themHow Dan and his wife handle money issues and healthy conversationsHow to develop a money system in your relationship that works for both of youHow to begin to talk about money early in your relationship LinksAdulting With Money - How to Talk to Your Spouse About Money - The Ultimate GuideDan on TwitterDan on Facebook SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are releas…

Do you remember your childhood dreams? What did you really want to be? What happens when your dream doesn’t match reality? Today’s podcast guest, Renee Cohen, saw her childhood dreams come true, but that lead her to feeling purpose-less and disconnected. Find out her journey to uncover her calling and how that lead her to the world of personal finance. What You'll LearnWhat are some of the powerful lessons Renee learned from her dream not matching realityRenee's thoughts on women in sports and whether women will be able to make as much as men in the futureKeys to building a strong money foundation despite all the tugs on our financesHow to figure out what your calling is and an action plan to achieve itLinksRenee's websiteMortyYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcher.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be t…

There are podcasts, and blogs, and articles and apps all giving you tips and strategies for your money and then there are so many places for your money to go – paying off debt, saving to build your er fund, college funds for kids, buying your first house, going on a trip to Europe to eat gelato in Italy. But there’s only so much money to go around. Today’s guest, David Waldrop, is a friend of the podcast who has been on the show in the past He’s a CFP® and has so many great tips to help you build a stronger financial foundation, including these 5 easy steps to improve your finances. What You'll Learn:Why it's easier to start with easy money stepsWhat he thinks is the top money step that everyone must doWhy you shouldn't overlook giving yourself a raise and how to do itWhat the most overlooked money step is and why it's importantWhat he would tell his 30 something self about life and moneyLinks:The Astute AdvisorDavid's YouTube Channel SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to…

As our guest today, Benjamin Brant a fellow CFP says, planning your amazing retirement starts today. You’re never too young to think about how you want to live your life in the future. It might not work out that way, but who cares, at least you’re taking some steps to get yourself there vs. waiting and wishing that you somehow hit the jackpot and win the lotto. So, I went straight to Benjamin, a retirement expert, to figure out what you should be doing about your future now. What You'll LearnWhat are some of the biggest keys to being wealthyWhat are the investing needs of someone younger vs. someone olderWhat Ben really thinks about the FIRE movementHow to set yourself up now for an amazing retirement LinksRetirement Starts Today RadioYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & S…

By 2020 American women will control $22 trillion in capital, and impact investing is expected to reach $440 billion, the real question is how Can Women Tackle Impact Investing with Confidence? Today's podcast guest, Ellen Remmer, is here to discuss the ins and outs of impact investing for women. What You'll LearnWhat is impact investingHow can you invest for impact on any budgetDoes impact investing provide as much return as traditional investingWhat are some ways Invest for Better are working to help women with impact investingEllen's own story and experience with investing for impactWhat trends we'll see in the future of impact investingLinksInvest for BetterYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click her…

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes divorce? No, wait, that’s not right. Today we’re talking the topic on everyone’s mind – prenuptial agreements. Family law attorney, Carolyn Grimes, is going to fill you in on what a prenup is and why you might be a good candidate. What You'll LearnCelebrities are good candidates for prenups, but what about the rest of usHow to initiate the "I want a prenup" conversation with your hunnyWhat is and what isn't covered in a prenupWhat happens when you get divorced with a prenupCan you get a postnup LinksCarolyn GrimesYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review…

The recent Varsity Blues scam rocked the news media, but the storyline isn't a shock to me. I’ve been all too aware that many wealthy people have been able to scam the system for years now. Adebisi Adebowale, the founder of Upliftology, joins us to talk about the scandal and uncover if it is possible for students to get a GOOD education in an Ivy League or non-Ivy League without scamming the system? What You'll LearnWhat the Varsity Blues scandal brings to lightWhat changes need to occur in the college system to bring fairness to allThe facts behind how this scam was facilitated at multiple levelsHow to use scholarships to afford college and grad school and not need to scamthe systemThe issues of privileges, the elite, and the impacts on students of color applying to predominately white institutions LinksUpliftologyAdebisi's TEDx TalkYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’…

Epic adventures are in a word, EPIC. Whether you want to travel to a far-off country and climb Mt. Kilimanjaro or swim the beautiful Great Barrier reef in Australia there are limitless options for epic adventures. But epic adventures take cash, flexibility, and an ability to get outside your comfort zone. Teresa Mendes is no stranger to epic adventures…she’s been adventuring every chance she gets. In today’s episode, Teresa is taking us to Australia and walking us through how she managed to save $2,000 in 6 months to pull off this trip of a lifetime. What You'll LearnHow Teresa saved $2,000 in 6 monthsHow to figure out what to save and what to splurge onTravel tips to make epic adventures possibleWhat you learn from an epic adventureHow to create a strategy to pay off debt post tripSolo travel vs. traveling in a group LinksYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to com/wondery  and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just downlo…

You might have a love-hate relationship with credit cards, but what if those points unlocked a world of experience for you? On this episode, we're exploring all the magical wonders of credit card points and my system to build up points fast. What You'll LearnMy thoughts on why I'm a fan of credit cards7 ways you can use your credit card points to put more money back in your pocketMy credit card system I use each monthHow to get in a better relationship with your credit card pointsTips to help you get the best cards for your goals LinksYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to http://www.stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your…

You filed your taxes, and you're feeling pretty good, now what? Since you’ve got money on your mind, what about taking the rest of March or even April to get some of your money to-do items in motion. You know, that stuff that you haven’t been motivated to do…but you know you should take care of. What You'll LearnHow to create a solid plan for your refund (or any excess money you have lying around)How to build balance into your finances so you stay motivatedDiscussion of popular money to-do items that you can tackleHow to stay focused on one money task each day and the powerful benefits it has on your life LinksWilling (online will)Tomorrow (online will)Haven Life Insurance (online life insurance)Albert (smart savings app) SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. …

Americans owe over $1.56 trillion in student loan debt - and that number is rising each year. So, what would you do to get your student loans paid off? Would you do something that seems scary just to wipe away your debt? Today's podcast guest, Grant, and Ally from the new CollegeHumor show, Total Forgiveness, join us to have a lively discussion around student loan debt and the lengths they are willing to go to wave bye-bye to their debt. What You'll LearnHow Grant and Ally came up with the idea for Total ForgivenessHow student loan debt impacts our everyday lifeIs college still a viable optionHow to approach paying off your student loan debtGrant and Ally's money story around student loan debtThe crazy lengths they went to in order to pay down their debt LinksTotal ForgivenessCollegeHumorStudent Loan Debt Statistics SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t f…

There are loads of ways to put more money in your pocket every month – two of my favorites are cutting cable and getting a mobile plan that doesn’t drain your bank account. Today's guest, Talking Tech podcast host Jefferson Graham, is dishing the latest trends in streaming services and mobile options to help you save money. What You'll LearnThe latest trends in streaming services for every budgetWhy Mint Mobile is leading the way in affordable cell serviceJefferson's favorite credit card to earn free tripsAnything we should be aware of security wise regarding phone carriersHow do you know what service is right for us LinksTalking Tech podcastJefferson on TwitterMint Mobile  SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit…

Fertility is a tricky (and expensive) topic. No matter how you feel about having babies, you have to face that question at some point in life, and it can be a difficult one. Do you have kids, can you have kids, and when is the right time to have kids. Today's podcast guest, Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility joins me to talk all about the price of fertility and what her company is doing to change the conversation. What You'll LearnWhy is fertility a hush-hush topicWhat are the physical ramifications of having babies later in lifeWhy traditional fertility testing is so expensiveWhy we need to start talking fertility in our 20'sHow fertility testing worksWays to cut the costs when it comes to testing your fertility LinksModern FertilityYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listenin…

Six letters – BUDGET – probably one of the most despised combination of letters in the English language, but that’s because you’re thinking about it all wrong. A budget isn’t a set in stone document that is some formal decree telling what you can and can’t spend your money on. In fact, in this episode, I'm giving you permission to throw out your budget with a few simple caveats. What You'll LearnUnderstand why you despise the process of budgeting firstWhat questions to ask yourself to get in a better money mindsetWhy setting goals is the key to achieving financial successSo many tips on how to win at budgeting and tracking your money each monthMy easy 1-2-3 system of budgetingWhy you need to be in the driver's seat when it comes to your spending (your future will thank you)Sharing my own story and struggles with budgeting LinksYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re sign…