Everyone's Talkin' Money

I’ll be the first to admit it – it took me a while to realize that there is a strong connection between your health and your wealth. When you don’t feel good you tend to make choices in life that make you feel better – like shopping, eating out, overspending, etc. It’s a natural reaction […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the holiday season and that means it’s time to start thinking about traveling and finding ways to save money while traveling. 57 percent of Americans are planning a vacation sometime within the next six months and into 2018. This is a great time of year to start planning, mapping out and even booking your […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raise your hand if you like to talk about money with your partner. That’s what I thought. Talking about money isn’t a pleasant topic, in fact, most people would rather do any kind of chore…over and over again…then talk about money. However, I’m here to urge you to start to have some of those tough […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Irish singer-songwriter Keith Harkin is making music on his own terms and connecting with his devoted fanbase more than he could have ever imagined. Proof that sometimes you have to believe in your own dream first…before someone else does. For ten years Harkin was one of the original members the Irish super group Celtic Thunder, […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In case you haven’t noticed, we’re nearing the end of 2017. It’s hard to believe for sure. The end of the year is a great to start checking off some to-do items on your money checklist. Between all the Hallmark holiday movies, eggnog, and too much turkey, be sure to carve out some time to […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2017 has almost felt at times as the year of the disaster, from hurricanes in Texas, Florida and the Caribbean to earthquakes in Mexico and wild fires around the country. California’s Wine Country, which is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world was hit particular hard by devastating fires, wiping out homes, […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m sure you’ve heard the news. Bitcoin is at an all-time high. Cryptocurrencies are all the rage. But, what exactly is a Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies and should they be something that you invest in? While that is an individual decision, Daniel and Kendy from Millennial Wall Street (a Facebook group) are here to demystify […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our parents, and even our grandparents, generations worked hard at a job for 30 years and then would retire with a nice gold watch as a parting gift from the comapny and settle into a new chapter of life. Things have changed. Retirement looks different for millennials and younger generations, as Deacon Hayes from Well […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It amazing how movies can become part of our pop culture and even define some of our happier movements in our lives. A movie’s musical score can also send us to that memory of seeing a special film for the first time. We can all visualize that moment in cinematic history when we first saw […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life insurance is one of those tricky topics to talk about. It’s something that most people feel they should have but there’s always a lot of questions around exactly what is life insurance and how does it work. I’ll work to help demystify life insurance so you can understand the basics and make an educated […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OMG, the holidays are right around the corner! Time to head home and visit the family full of your own Cousin Eddie’s and Aunt Edna’s. We’ve got some holiday season travel hacks to help you get there without breaking the bank. It’s that joyous time of the year to do the annual mad dash to […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I love reading all of your Ask Me Anything questions and this week I’m tackling three new questions and a clarification around student loan forgiveness. In the weeks coming, I’ll be tackling even more of your ask me anything questions, including some stellar podcasts with guests around alternative investing (aka Bitcoin and more). On This […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Halloween is all about crazy costumes, sugar highs, and those awesome fall drinks to warm your soul. It’s also a time to focus on some of your spookiest financial fears in hopes that we can move them from spooky to success. On This Podcast Episode: Find out why Data Breaches are spookier than spiders according […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Lifestyle Thursday we have uncovered a real hidden gem of a restaurant in a small town in Texas and the story of its owner that’s equally as impressive. If you drive up Highway 187 in the small town of Utopia, Texas, you may think that you’ve crossed over into the French Countryside, […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many millennials are starting to have kids of their own and that means they’re also starting to think about saving for college for the little one. With student loan debt and retirement to think about, putting aside extra cash for college might not be a top priority. However, as with anything, saving even a little […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter where you live, studies show that people want to live a purpose-driven life. We love to laugh, we love to love people and we love to feel like we are healthy. Money is great but at the end of the day, it’s not always what makes you happy. On This Podcast Episode: […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve got student loans then you should definitely pay attention anytime new legislation is talked about around your loans. While many people are grandfathered into the old rules, new rules could dramatically change your finances. While Trump’s student loan proposal is just a proposal, find out what it might mean to you. On This […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Healthcare is a mess. There, I said it. Even as messy as it is, open enrollment has rolled around again and November 1 – December 15 you’ve got to make your healthcare selection if you’re choosing to go the Affordable Care Act route. While most things haven’t changed since last year, there are a few […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were just in Austin, Texas recently and discovered this great young local band, Transit Method playing at the famed Stubbs Barbeque and they were so cool, we had to have them on the show. Austin has such an eclectic and diverse music scene, becoming one of the best music scenes in the country and […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’ve heard some crazy stories about the most ridiculous things that people have spent money on over the last 11 years. Everything from expensive snake charmers that doubled as a fortune teller, to stories of selling everything and moving abroad only to find out that the future spouse that was promised was not indeed the […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you change your job, your career or even the place you’ve always called home for your faith? That’s exactly what soulful singer/songwriter Alex Clare has established in his career. After converting to Orthodox Judaism a few years back, Clare brought his faith to his current home in Israel. Yet, he continues adding to his […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s quite possible that fees may be eating your 401(k) returns and you aren’t even aware of it. There is a lot of confusion out there about how 401(k)s even work, let alone that some funds may be costing you a bundle. If we’re going to start making smart money moves taking a look at […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is my breakup letter to Equifax. There was news this week that there *might’ve* been another breach with Equifax and it sent shockwaves again through the financial community. Luckily, they have confirmed there was not another breach, but it proves why staying on top of your credit is one of the smartest money moves […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I know, I know. The last thing you want to talk about is the “b” word. Honestly, I can tell you that having a strong budget in place is one of the best ways to better your bank account. I’ve seen so many people achieve goals they never thought they could just by the simple […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A few listeners sent us some Octoberfest questions, so we decided to do an Octoberfest themed episode. Since we recently featured Munich on a Travel Tuesday episode, we thought we’d tie these two together. Usually, Octoberfest can last from the beginning of September through the first weekend of October, where you drink a lot of […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traveling these days is not just about exploring a new place, eating amazing food and creating new memories. We have to capture all those moments on Instagram and show off our latest vacation, right? On This Podcast Episode: This week on Travel Tuesday we go over some photo tips on how to make your Instagram […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The listener questions have been piling up so I thought it would be a good time to answer four awesome questions about budgeting, couples & money and life insurance. If you have a specific question for the future – head on over to this link and drop me a question. On This Podcast Episode: Learn […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s hard to think about retirement when you’re just starting out in your career – but it’s absolutely the best time to be thinking about it. I personally don’t like the word retirement…I like to think about it as lifestyle savings. Whatever word you want to use, the fact of the matter is that we […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re all fully aware of the Equifax debacle where millions and millions of people’s information has potentially been exposed to hackers. We’ve also heard of breaches at places like Target and Sonic. Most of us aren’t thinking that our retirement and brokerage accounts are actually primed and ready for hackers – but they are – […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love discovering new cities and people around the country that are making an impact on their communities and changing lives. We recently found one such very cool and funky place. This week we are shining a light the entrepreneurs of Jackson, Tennessee. On This Podcast Episode: The CO in Jackson is ground zero where […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robo-advisors are a fast-growing trend, with some experts predicting they’ll manage 10% of all global assets under management by 2020. The investment platforms allow users to manage their portfolios through computerized algorithms rather than consulting a personal advisor and are popular with younger, tech-savvy millennials. But, are robo-advisors overrated, or are they really the next best thing? […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s better than making a little extra cash each month? The rise of Airbnb rentals has allowed a whole generation of millennials to become business owners by renting out your home, apartment, or condo. While the extra cash is great – there are a few money tips you need to think about to make sure […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So you want to know how to save more money, do you? It’s probably the #1 question I get asked all the time and I wish I could tell you that it’s more complicated than it is. To save more money you’ve either got to a) make more, b) spend less. Since you can’t always […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If credit card debt has you stressed and frustrated you’re not alone. Some 171 million Americans have more than one credit card and many have some sort of debt on that card. However, there are so many benefits and perks when it comes to credit cards these days that if you figure out how […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September marks the U.S. Department of State’s Passport Awareness Month since this year is particularly important ahead of some impending passport changes. If you’re planning an International trip before the end of the year there are some tips that you need to be aware of. On This Podcast Episode: Here’s what you need to know for […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever woken up one day with a plan to quit your job and build your dream career, this podcast is for you. Going all in on your dreams means you’re ready to embark on the unknown – you’ve got a great idea for a product or service, but the unknown is whether or […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re a U.S. Citizen getting a loan for college, buying a home, or a new car can be fairly easy given a good credit score, some cash in your pocket, etc. In fact, as U.S. citizens, we don’t think about the difficulties that non-U.S. citizens might have trying to obtain the exact same financing. […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer-songwriter Devin Williams was born into music. Ok, he was raised by two musician parents, first in California, then later in Kentucky. Growing up around so much music made an impact on his life and influenced the trajectory of his current singing career. Devin has launched six singles into the Billboard Top 30 Christian Rock […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon T. Bailey is on a mission to help everyone he meets learn how to unleash their brilliance. Teaching others how to be brilliant, Simon has built a career speaking and writing about the subject and inspiring others all around the world. In fact, he didn’t start out with entrepreneurial intentions, but after leaving a job […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Travel Tuesday we are headed over to Munich, Germany. So, we recruited our travel and food journalist and fellow podcaster, Melissa Corbin to give us a tour of this booming German city. Melissa just traveled to Munich and other parts of Germany for a few assignments. Even though this was her […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millennial Entrepreneur, Peter Voogd, knows a thing or two about what it takes to be a game changer. He’s launched a platform to help other millennial entrepreneurs grow their business to 6 figures in 6 months complete with books, a podcast, and an academy, GAMECHANGERS. On This Podcast Episode: I had a chance to […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some weeks are better than others and this week was full of money news. Everything from the Equifax breach to the new iPhone to the news that it’s actually harder for millennials to save money than any other generation. On This Podcast Episode: Let’s talk money news this week…because it’s been a doozie of a […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calico the Band is the California Americana Country group led by the powerful female duo of Manda Mosher and Kirsten Proffit. The duo, along with their full band is creating a modern-day version of the California vibe sound from the 70s and 80s, with beautiful harmonies and rich vocals. After working for a few years […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Between all the news of Hurricane Harvey and Irma, a serious credit breach has happened at Equifax – one of the three main credit bureaus. While this breach may or may not affect your credit the reality is that hacks and breaches are becoming a very real part of our everyday lives…and you need to […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s nothing worse than saving all year long for a trip only to find yourself stranded in a natural disaster. There are so many travel tips that you don’t think about when you’re planning a vacation – like making extra copies of your documents and building a special emergency fund just for travel expenses. On […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve had Hurricane Harvey and now Hurricane Irma – two category 4 storms to hit the United States in a very short time period. While you might not live in an area prone to disastrous hurricanes you still need to be prepared for natural disasters. Take time now to storm proof your finances. On This Podcast […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s that time of year again to come up with your money game plan for the rest of the year. I can hardly believe it’s back to school time and that the holidays are just around the corner. There’s no better time than now to set a money goal for yourself and craft a money […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indie/Soul singer-songwriter Kylie Odetta is starting to make a name for herself, as she continues churning out fresh and innovative music. You can hear indie music with hints of jazz in her songs, which blends nicely with her smooth “old soul” vocals. This down-to-earth southern native has opened for acts like Mat Kearney, Colbie Calliat […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2017 Planning & Progress Study, the pressure of trying to meet competing financial and lifestyle priorities appears to be making Millennials significantly more professionally and financially anxious than other age groups. More than half (53%) of Millennials experience high to moderate anxiety about losing their job. And the financial stress Millennials are […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2017, 25.3 million are expected to cruise, up from 22.34 million in 2014 and 17.8 million in 2009. In fact, we found that 53% of millennials say they are planning on taking a cruise in the next two years – more than Gen X’ers or Baby Boomers. Cruise lines are getting the memo and bringing all […] Read more... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices