PLAY PODCASTS
Brown Ambition

Brown Ambition

837 episodes — Page 15 of 17

S3 Ep 140Here's How Much You Should Have Saved by Age 30

Welcome back to a new episode of Brown Ambition! On today's show, we dedicate some time to questions from our listeners. One listener wants to know how much she should save by age 30. We take her question on the show and actually reveal how much WE saved by age 30 ourselves. Here's a link to the resource mentioned on the podcast, the JP Morgan Chase Guide to Retirement. The chart that suggests how much to save by different ages is on page 18! There's also a screenshot on the our website brownambitionpodcast.comAnother listener asks what's worse — a voluntary car repossession or delinquent payments? Lastly, we take a question from a listener feeling pressured to have a massive wedding. Have a question for the show? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 15, 201835 min

S3 Ep 139The Personality Test That Can Totally Change the Way You Work

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!On today's show: Tiffany's low-budget Greece vacation Mandi shares the workplace personality test that totally changed the way she communicates with others at work Is a 29.99% APR too high for a personal loan? Should you track your credit with all these data breaches going on? We've got the answers today when we open up our listener inbox to tackle your questions. Here are a few links to resources mentioned on today's show! Free credit scores:Discover ScorecardMyLendingTree Compare personal loans so you know you're getting the best deal possible:LendingTree's personal loan marketplaceMagnifyMoney's personal loan marketplaceDISC AssessmentLearn more at discprofile.comTony Robbins offers a stripped-down, free version of the DISC assessment. Just be aware that you'll be asked for your email and they will add you to his email list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 8, 201841 min

Ep. 138 — Miko Branch, co-founder of Miss Jessie's Hair Care

On today's show, we're joined by Miko Branch, who in 2004 co-founded Miss Jessie's curly hair products with her sister Titi, inspired by their grandmother's homemade recipes They have been serving the curly, kinky and wavy hair community ever since.This episode originally aired on March 25, 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 1, 201848 min

Ep. 137 – Closing credit cards to cancel debt? Not so fast.

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!On today's show: Tiffany's biggest tax lessons as an entrepreneurA shoutout to Yelp Cash Back — check it out if you haven't yet! Today's Q&A features some great listener questions —1) Does interest stop accruing if you cancel a credit card? and 2) What should a husband do if his wife is hesitant to dip into their savings to pay off his student debt? Have a question for us? Hit is up at [email protected] mentioned on today's show, here are some helpful link: Compare Balance Transfer Credit Card OffersBest Debt Consolidation Loans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 25, 201839 min

Ep. 136 – In Our Feelings

On today's show: We shoutout listeners who Tweet or Instagram us on each show. Want a shoutout? Hit us up at @brownambitionpodcast on the gram or @theBApodcast on Twitter. We take a question from listener Sheena who wants to know if she should defer her student loans in order to pay off her car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 201839 min

Ep.135 — Essencefest Recap; Bitcoin Woes; Homebuying Tips

Each week we feature comments/questions from our listeners on Twitter and Instagram! Want to get a shoutout? Hit is up @theBApodcast on Twitter or @brownambitionpodcast on the gram. As mentioned on the show, here are some great resources if you're looking for a low down payment mortgage program: LendingTree: Your Guide to First-Time Homebuyer ProgramsMagnifyMoney: The Best Mortgages That Require No or Low Down PaymentHUD: Search down payment assistance programs in your areaDisclaimer: The Q&A segment on our show is when we give off the cuff advice and tips we hope can help you start moving in the right direction — these answers are not intended to serve in place of advice from a certified financial adviser or planner or other financial professional. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 11, 201843 min

Ep. 134: Better a $400 lesson than $4,000 lesson

Happy Fourth of July! We're back with a fresh episode this week. We cover: Tiffany's $400 home improvement whoopsie (ok, it was Super Man's fault technically)Risks of taking out a 401(k) loan for a home down paymentA listener asks us how we met our SOs and asks for tips on how to date in your 40s. Have a tip to share? Hit us up @theBApodcast on Twitter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 4, 201842 min

Ep. 133 — The Pregnancy Tax

We tackle some juicy topics on today's show:Tiffany's decision on a $60,000 home upgrade (Yikes.)NYT's sobering report on discrimination against pregnant women in the workplaceAnd we take YOUR questions on personal loans, credit cards and how young is too young to build credit.Want to get a shoutout on next week's show?Leave us a message on Twitter @TheBApodcast or Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 27, 201838 min

EP. 132 — This is America?

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! On today's show: This is America? Unpacking the heartbreaking news from the border. Personal loans vs credit builder loans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 201833 min

Ep. 131 — These Atlanta newlyweds Paid off $100,000+ of Debt in 12 Months

On today's show, we have a truly inspiring story to share. Leo and Faith were about to get married when they attended pre-marital counseling at their church. It was then that they were encouraged to sit down and get honest about the finances and their goals as they started a family together. In total, they carried over $211,000 worth of debt — a combination of both student loans and credit card debt. Rather than give up, they rallied and made a plan to aggressively tackle their debt in the summer of 2017. Faith, a nurse practitioner, took on a part-time job working overnight 5 or 6 days a week. Leo, an occupational therapist, also worked a part-time job in addition to his 9 to 5.As of May 2018, they had successfully paid down $100,000. They share their story on today's show. Tune in and hit us up on Twitter or Instagram let us know what you think about their story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 201843 min

S2 Ep 130Ep. 130 — RIP Kate Spade; Socially Responsible Investing; Our Least Favorite Credit Card

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!Today on the show, we share some messages from our listeners on Twitter and the 'gram. Hit us up @theBApodcast or @brownambitionpodcast to share your thoughts on this week's episode, give us a shoutout or ask a question.One of our listeners has a question about the credit card she realizes might not have been the best choice for her....and yikes. It definitely makes our list of our least favorite credit cards. As mentioned on the show, check out this guide to the Best Credit Cards and the Best Credit Cards for Students, each curated by the team at MagnifyMoney. Also on the show today:Options for financing a home improvement projectSocially responsible investing tips The awful news that Kate Spade committed suicide rocked us both and reminded us of the importance of leaning on others when we are facing hard times and prioritizing our mental health. The National Suicide Hotline is 1-800-273-8255. As mentioned, here's the spreadsheet Tiffany's Dream Catchers Facebook group has crowdsourced with therapists across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6, 201846 min

S2 Ep 129Ep. 129 — 'Roseanne' Shenanigans and Gayle Jennings O'Bryne, Founder of iNTENT Manifesto

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! We are BACK with an amazing guest on today's show — Gayle Jennings-O'Byrne, founder and CEO of iNTENT Manifesto, a new movement aimed at helping women of color-led startups find investors for their businesses. "I had to set my own rules. I remember when I told people I want to unlock $1 billion for black women and women of color. People looked at me like I was crazy but they said OK what do I need to do to help you? " We talk to Gayle about why she left her 17-year career at JP Morgan Chase after a health scare to launch iNTENT and what resources are out there for women looking to start businesses today:"I just remember thinking, Lord, if I get through this I'm gonna do things differently. And one of those things I said I was gonna do differently was become a champion for women who look like me."Sign the manifesto here: https://www.intentmanifesto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 30, 201846 min

Rock Your Net Worth in 2018

On today's show: The most important number to know: Your net worth! We take a question from listener Ashely about how to manage side hustles to boost her net worth and we chat about what net worth really means and why you should focus on building your net worth in 2018. You can still sign up for Tiffany's Live Richer Challenge: Net Worth edition.Have a money or career question?Go to Brownambitionpodcast.com or send us a note at [email protected] *This episode originally aired on Jan 10, 2018.* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 23, 20181h 10m

S2 Ep 128Ep. 128 — Beauty Confessions and Stock Moves

Today on the show: We share some real talk beauty confessions...and when it’s worth it to splurge vs save We used a free stock trading app to buy stocks recently...we’ll tell you how it’s going! We take a question from a listener who wants to know if she should buy a house with her partner before they get married. Yikes. Some links to news stories and sites mentioned on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 16, 201843 min

S2 Ep 127Ep. 127 — So, About That Time Tiffany Got Someone Fired...

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 9, 201834 min

S2 Ep 126Ep. 126 — Saving Our Parents From Themselves

Want to get a shoutout on our show? Follow us @brownambitionpodcast on Instagram. Post a photo of yourself, tag us in it and use the hashtag #BrownAmbition. In the post, tell us why you're the ultimate representation of Brown Ambition. On today's show: We discuss ways we all try to save our parents from themselves (and their awful money choices sometimes) Tiffany shares a health update Mandi explains the controversy around Zelle We answer a listener question on 401(k)s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 2, 201842 min

S2 Ep 125The Debt Consolidation Cycle

Ep. 125 — The Debt Consolidation Cycle Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! We're featuring a "win of the week" from our BA listeners on Instagram (@brownambitionpodcast) or Twitter (@theBApodcast). Tell us your win of the week and we might feature it on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 25, 201835 min

S2 Ep 124CNBC's Sharon Epperson On Surviving a Life-Threatening Brain Aneurysm

In September 2016, Sharon Epperson was at the gym when she felt pain shoot through her head and neck. One S.O.S. call to her husband and several hours later,, she learned she was one of 30,000 people in the U.S. who suffer a brain aneurysm rupture each year. Sharon, who is the senior personal finance correspondent at CNBC, was one of the lucky ones. On today’s show, she calls the experience one of the great blessings of her life and shares her story. *In loving memory of DeShaun Maria Harris.* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 18, 201853 min

S2 Ep 123Ep. 123 —  The Best Advice When You're Feeling Under-appreciated at Work

Have 15 seconds to spare? Please take our NEW reader survey! (Yes another one — but this one's more important! Please fill it out :) We need at least 250 to sign up and we're halfway there in less than a day. Y'all are the best. Please fill it out if you haven't yet. xxMandi & Tiffany Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 11, 201846 min

S2 Ep 122The 2 Documents You Need to Have Before You Die

Today on the show we have attorney extraordinaire Art Steele. Art Steele is a business and estate planning attorney who helps entrepreneurs and families protect what matters most. She started her own law firm in 2014 and started the Legal-EASE for Entrepreneurs Podcast in 2016 which empowers minority business owners to tackle the legal needs of their business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 4, 20181h 0m

Ep. 121 — Parental pressures

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!Today on the show: The parental pressure around baby birthday parties — let's discuss. The Federal Reserve Bank raised rates again last week....what the heck does that mean for us? Mandi explains.Today on the show we mentioned the Credit Karma credit score simulator: And also You Need a Budget is a solid app/budget management tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 28, 201848 min

S2 Ep 120How She Paid off $80,000 Worth of Debt By Age 30

This week, we welcome a very special young entrepreneur who recently reached out to the show to tell us her story of clawing her way out of $80,000 worth of debt. Have a question or know someone brilliant who should be featured on the show? Hit us up at Brownambitionpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 201851 min

S2 Ep 119Ep. 119 — What Does Student Loan Forgiveness Really Mean? (And other questions you've been asking!)

Today's show is all about YOU, our lovely listeners. We're shaking up our mail bag and answering your burning money and career questions. Have a question? Hit us up at brownambitionpodcast.com. We're having a special guest soon to talk about ALL the documents you should have in order before you die...a will? Power of Attorney? What does that even mean anyway? We've got you covered. Send us your estate planning Qs and we'll select a few to discuss on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 14, 201851 min

S2 Ep 118Ep. 118 — The One Mistake You Never Want to Make on a Job Application

On today's show: Life insurance, the thing everyone should talk about but never does! We are determined to make it sexy. -Wanna know the one thing you should NEVER do on a job application? Tune in to hear Mandi's hiring nightmare. -Tiffany's got a productivity coach update! -#OscarsSoWOKE -Happy Independence day Ghana! Here's another excuse to read Mandi's favorite book of the year — Homegoing by Ghanian-American novelist Yaa Gyasi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 20181h 1m

S2 Ep 117Ep. 117 — Housing updates; How to Save for Retirement in Your 50s

Have a question for the show? Head to brownambitionpodcast.com Also, we're on Instagram! @brownambitionpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 201844 min

S2 Ep 116Ep. 116 — Wakanda Forever

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! On today's show: Black Panther won the weekend and we are still processing y'all. We take a listener's question about dealing with a collection bill after a hospital visit Shoutout to the kids of Parkland, FL who are rallying together to call for more gun control Mandi reveals the project management tool she can't live without (Spoiler alert: it's called Trello!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 201839 min

S2 Ep 115Ep. 115 — Is This the Worst Time Ever to Buy a House?

Thanks to everyone who's completed our listener survey! There's still time for you to take it here: https://goo.gl/forms/0nM2A9rv7JMDLKA63 On today's show: We debate the merits of homeownership in today's housing market. Are we making the biggest mistake ever? Mandi breaks down "mortgage amortization" and how you can beat the bank by making extra mortgage payments. Tiffany takes a break from the folks hating on Michelle Obama's official portrait by Amy Sherald (seriously guys?) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 201854 min

S2 Ep 114Ep. 114 — What to Do When the Stock Market Drops and Everyone is Freaking Out

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! Show us the love by taking this SHORT 2-min survey so we can get to know our listeners better: https://goo.gl/forms/Oxo6wEtuCnRxtdHR2 On today's show: -Mandi's got some BIG news...and does the one thing she said she never thought she'd do in New York. -Tiffany's back and recovering well from surgery. -Mandi offers some perspective on the EPIC stock market drop felt 'round the country last week and explains WHY it really happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 20181h 1m

S2 Ep 113Ep. 113 — Sooo... Should I File Bankruptcy or Nah?

This episode originally aired in September 2017. Thanks for your support as Tiffany is recovering from surgery (all is well! Just needs a little R&R!). Feel free to shoot her a get well message @theBApodcast or on Facebook on the Brown Ambition page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 20181h 6m

S2 Ep 112Ep. 112 — Tiffany preps for surgery; Mandi uncovers her Nigerian roots; We talk low down payment mortgages

On today's show, we take a question from listener Kim, who wants to know: Do you really need to put down 20% on a house? Send us your money and career questions at brownambitionpodcast.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 201847 min

S2 Ep 111Ep. 111 — Saving For Retirement vs. Paying Off Debt

Have a question for us on finances or your career? Hit us up at brownambitionpodcast.com! You can remain anonymous, just let us know when you leave our question. On today's show: Yes, we address the S**thole comment, with a focus on some of the beautiful responses from people around the world. Tiffany has a health update! Shoutout to the cofounders of the Black Lives Matter movement who have a new joint memoir out this week: When They Call You a Terrorist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 201858 min

S2 Ep 110Ep. 110 — Boost Your Net Worth In 2018

2018 is well underway and Brown Ambition is back! On today's show: Golden Globes: Queen O rocks the world with her speech on female empowerment; celebs walk the red carpet in black alongside activists like #MeToo movement founder Tarana Burke Holiday debt: Mandi reveals how much holiday debt Americans took on in 2017, from the latest MagnifyMoney survey. The most important number you can know: Your net worth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 20181h 10m

S2 Ep 109Ep. 109 — Ask The Money Coach! How to Rock Your Salary Negotiation in 2018

Happy New Year to all! Brown Ambition returns with fresh episodes (and a special NET WORTH edition!) on January 9. In the meantime, we are re-airing our most popular episode of 2017 — our interview with our favorite money and career expert, Lynette Khalfani-Cox aka "The Money Coach". On the show, Lynette shares her best advice on how to negotiate on the job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 3, 20181h 5m

S2 Ep 108Ep. 108 — Buying Bitcoin; Big Retirement Talks; Interview Gripes

Happy holidays, BA Fam! This is our last show for 2017 but we will be BACK with fresh new episodes starting Jan. 10! On the Brown Ambition menu for this week... Holiday anxiety Work gripes when tools don't work Tiffany's having The Big Talk with her mom about retirement Also...guess who bought some Bitcoin! Question: Listener Brittany asks: Should I leave my financial job and move to NYC to become a writer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 20171h 10m

S2 Ep 107Ep. 107 — New Year's Goals

Hey BA Fam! We hope you're not going too crazy with all the holiday hoopla. We're all on our grind at work so we can take a few days off to spend with family but remember to take some deep breaths, take it one day at a time, and be kind to yourself. Hit us up with your financial resolution questions at [email protected] or visit brownambitionpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 201749 min

S2 Ep 106Ep. 106 — Tax reform! #@$* is getting real.

On today show: Tax reform! #@$* is getting real. Here's what you need to know. Listener "Mrs. Newlywed" has a question about managing her budget and bills with her new husbae. We have a few suggestions. Have a question for us? Please send us a note at [email protected] or head over to BrownAmbitionPodcast.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 20171h 8m

S2 Ep 105Ep. 105 — Bitcoin mania and business bank accounts

Thanks for listening! Please share the love by leaving us a review on iTunes. brownambitionpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 20171h 2m

S2 Ep 104EP. 104 — Tis the Season for Debt

On today's show: Tiffany's epic travels continue We talk Black Friday don'ts Anonymous listener "Shonda" wants to know whether or not she should move forward with a voluntary repossession of her car. Check out more episodes at Brownambitionpodcast.com! And please get in the holiday spirit a little early and write us a quick review on iTunes! xx Mandi & Tiffany Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 201749 min

S2 Ep 103Ep. 103 – Redefining Wealth with Patrice Washington

One of our all-star guests is back on the show! Patrice Washington, America's money maven, author, speaker and new podcast host joins us to talk about the last two years. She gets real about the moment in her kitchen that changed the trajectory of her business two years ago and opens up about her new philosophy about managing career, marriage, and motherhood all at once. Check out Patrice at Patricewashington.com and her new podcast, Redefining Wealth on iTunes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 15, 201752 min

S2 Ep 102Ep. 102: Back By Popular Demand

We're back after a brief absence (!) as Tiffany took an epic adventure to Aussieland. On today's show: Tiffany's Australia trip wrap-up, including spending time with the founders of the Black Lives Matter movement. Mandi's half marathon win Tax reform! The GOP's new tax reform plan is out. We'll touch on how it might impact your wallet. It's Open Enrollment season and time for millions to choose a new health plan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 20171h 5m

S2 Ep 101Ep. 101 — The Truth About All Those Free Credit Scores

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! On today's show... We take some of your burning credit card questions and reveal the little known truth about those free credit scores that so many sites and credit cards offer these days. As promised, here's the MagnifyMoney guide to getting your free credit score > Please leave us a review while you're here! It is such a huge help because it helps others find our show on iTunes. xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 25, 201753 min

S2 Ep 100100 — How to Invest Beyond Your 401(k)

Happy 100th episode BA fam! Help us celebrate by leaving us a review on iTunes! xx On today's show, we talk about the sneaky little secret Mandi has been keeping. She's a cash hoarder! And it's finally time to start thinking beyond the basic savings account and 401(k) and exploring other ways to invest, which we'll cover on today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 201759 min

S2 Ep 99Finding the Courage to Speak Up

Watching the latest sexual harassment bombshell unfold, this time in the face of media mogul Harvey Weinstein, has been another opportunity to reflect on the enormous courage it takes to speak up and speak out against harassment. We also cover Jemele Hill's recent suspension* by ESPN and the Dove Ad that is stirring up controversy. One more episode till 100!!!! *Correction: Hill was suspended not fired. Sorry for the mistake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 20171h 17m

S2 Ep 98Pumpkin Spice and Nothing Nice

Our hearts are with the victims of the senseless attack in Las Vegas, as well as our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico still struggling in the wake of hurricane Maria. GoFundMe has a page for Las Vegas shooting-related fundraisers: https://www.gofundme.com/raise-funds/las-vegas-shooting You can also show solidarity by signing up to donate blood wherever you live: http://www.redcross.org/give-blood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 201756 min

S2 Ep 9797. When Past Debts Come Back to Haunt You

It's a packed show, per usual! We address the NFL/Trump drama, cover an unexpected bump in the road for Tiffany and Superman's home purchase, and talk about the pros and cons of cooking in bulk (Hey - it's not for everyone). Today's question is from listener Tiyana. She asks: Can I rebuild my credit with a secured card? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 201758 min

S2 Ep 96Son of a Breach

On today's show: -What can you do to protect your identity after the MASSIVE Equifax data breach? We've got you covered! As mentioned on the show, check out the MagnifyMoney Guide to Credit Monitoring and Identity Theft Protection and our tips on what to do after the hack. -Tiffany's got a house update! Is it good news? -#EmmysSoBrown Today's question from listener Tracy: "What do I do when my landlord's home goes into foreclosure and they want to evict me?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 201753 min

S2 Ep 95When Credit Debt Spirals Out of Control; How to Tell When You're Growing vs. Struggling at Work; #BlackGirlMagic Wins

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday! That's right — Brown Ambition is now airing Wednesday mornings. On today's show... -Mandi shares the truth about struggling at work — sometimes the struggle is really proof that you're growing. -Tiffany has a housing update! Find out what happened with the foreclosure property she and Super Man placed a bid on this month. Today's Question: Did my credit card company really just cancel my account because I fell behind on payments? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 13, 20171h 5m

S2 Ep 94Ep. 94 — Hump Day Goals

Sorry, Tuesday, Brown Ambition found a new bae called Wednesdays. Beginning Wednesday Sept. 13 catch new episodes of Brown Ambition every Wednesday! Sorry in advance for all the bad hump day jokes... On today's show: -How to get out of a bad auto loan? -How do I know it's a good idea to move cities? -Tiffany's house hunt continues Brownambitionpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 5, 20171h 2m

S2 Ep 93I Hate My Job! What Do I Do Now?

ATTENTION BA FAM: Beginning Sept. 13, Brown Ambition will be airing on Wednesday mornings! We are giving you a heads up so we don't catch anyone by surprise. Enjoy the show! As ever, please send us a note at brownambitionpodcast.com. And while you're at it, please leave us a review! :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 20171h 11m

S2 Ep 92The Student Debt Show of Your Dreams ft. Financial Aid Expert Angela Howze

It's finally here, BA Fam! A show entirely dedicated to YOUR questions about student loan debt. To find a list of resources mentioned on the show, check out this link > http://bit.ly/2vavfwP We are joined by Angela Howze, a financial aid expert and owner of the Financial Aid Strategist, a nonprofit company that aims to help students and their families plan and pay for college without drowning in debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 22, 201751 min