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Popcorn To-Go: Who Will Have Their Student Loans Forgiven? Aug 29, 2022

President Biden just announced the details of his student loan forgiveness program. So will you be one of the millions struggling with student loan debt to get a little relief?

This week I am literally on the road as I drive all over my home state of California. I packed my mic and a bag of popcorn to breakdown the latest round of student loan forgiveness from a parking lot in beautiful Big Sur, California!

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How to Qualify for Biden's New Student Loan Forgiveness Plan - https://www.cnn.com/2022/08/24/politics/biden-student-loan-forgiveness-qualify/index.html

How Do I Get My Student Loans Forgiven? Qualifying for Biden's Debt Relief, Explained - https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2022/08/25/how-is-student-loan-debt-forgiven/7884574001

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331: Changing How We Think About Home Ownership Aug 22, 2022

I'm on a break from making popcorn this week, but who doesn't like seconds. Here is a second serving of one of my favorite episodes.

Purchasing a home is a huge financial milestone, but that doesn't mean that it is right for everyone. This week I am joined by Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez to discuss our thoughts on why renting can be a great financial move and the pressure so many of us feel to become homeowners.

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Follow Stefanie on Instagram @stefanieoconnell

Listen to Money Confidential https://www.realsimple.com/money/money-confidential-podcast/about-money-confidential-podcast

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Links Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances

330: How to Recession Proof Your Career Aug 18, 2022

We’ve been hearing a lot about a possible recession, but how could this affect your job? Mandi is back with some great tips to help us all learn how to recession proof our careers.

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329: How Do I Ask My Boss for a Raise? Aug 15, 2022

You've been working hard, but how do you make your case for a raise. Mandi Woodruff-Santos of Brown Ambition joins us to share some practical advice to get your boss on your side and more money in your bank account!

Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

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328: Breaking Down Our Money Hang Ups with Financial Therapy with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin Aug 11, 2022

Today we're diving deeper into what exactly happens in those therapy sessions with financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin.

We'll be discussing:

The most common emotions and beliefs that financial therapists treat when it comes to our money.
How much does money equate to our own happiness?

Connect with Lindsay Instagram | www.mindmoneybalance.com

Links Lindsay's Money Personality Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz Lindsay's Book - The Financial Anxiety Solution https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Financial-Anxiety-Solution/Lindsay-Bryan-Podvin/9781646040070

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327: What is Financial Therapy and How Does It Work? Aug 08, 2022

Have you ever thought about seeing a financial therapist? Lindsay Bryan Podvin gives us a peek in to what her financial therapy sessions look like and how it differs from traditional therapy. We'll also dive in to the stumbling blocks that we all face in our finances and how to move past them.

Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

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326: Inflation's Impact on Summer Travel Aug 01, 2022

Your Summer travel is probably going to cost more this year. Data from the US Travel Association found that the cost of travel in June of this year is up 17.5% since June of 2021. Editor in Chief of TheBalance.com, Kristen Myers, is back to break down travel cost data and what we can expect for the rest of 2022.

Sponsors Today's show is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

Connect with Kristin Check out Kristin’s article on the rising cost of dating at https://www.thebalance.com/millennials-spend-an-average-of-usd69-on-first-dates-5213660 Twitter - https://twitter.com/thebalance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thebalancecom/?hl=en

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325: Am I Paying Down My Debt Too Fast? Jul 28, 2022

Have you ever considered that you might be paying your debt down too fast? I get it, who wants to pay a single cent more in interest than you absolutely have to when it comes to paying off your debt? However, there are actually some real reasons for you to pause and re-think your debt payoff strategy, especially when looking at the timeline of your projected debt payoff date.

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324: Apple is Getting in to the Buy Now Pay Later Game Jul 25, 2022

Apple plans to incorporate their own version of a "buy now pay later service" directly into your iPhone's operating system later this fall.

I recently joined Natalie Lizarraga on NBCLX to discuss whether or not this service will be helpful or harmful to your wallet as well as to your credit score.

Sponsors Today's show is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

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323: Inflation Reaches Levels Not Seen Since the 1980’s Jul 21, 2022

There's one word that I'm sure we've all heard more times than we can count for the past year, and that's Inflation. As you know, prices are pretty much up on everything. Since April of 2021. Inflation has been steadily increasing and is significantly higher than the usual 2%. In this episode we're breaking down:

What's going on with inflation and why is 2022 being compared to the eighties?
What does the term inflation actually mean?
How is inflation determined?

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322: Why is it So Difficult to Talk to Your Kids About Money? Jul 18, 2022

Transitioning from dependent teen to a financially independent grown up can be extremely tough, not only for that individual, but also for their parents.

Today's guest is Bobbi Rebell and she's on a mission to help parents create financial grownups. We're breaking down how to discuss money and plan for the future from both the parents and the children's perspective. So whether you're a parent or not, this episode is for you!

Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential!

Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.

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Links Mentioned Popcorn Finance Podcast Episode 57 - Side Hustle Series Money Tips for Financial Grownups Podcast Launching Financial Grownups: Live Your Richest Life by Helping Your (Almost) Adult Kids Become Everyday Money Smart

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321: Who Influences the Stock Market the Most? Jul 14, 2022

The stock market can be a really confusing and complicated topic to try and cover. There's trillions of dollars that are traded every single year on the stock market. But only a fraction of that trading is done by regular people like you and me. So who is actually driving all of the movement we are seeing in the stock market today?

Caleb is the Editor in Chief of Investopedia and host of The Green Investor and The Investopedia Express podcasts and he's back with us today to dive deeper into the impact that investors have and how much we should be following along with the day to day financial news.

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320: What is Going on in the Stock Market? Jul 11, 2022

I've talked a lot about recessions and bear markets lately, but I wanted to dive deeper into the investing world for today's episode. Caleb Silver joins me again to discuss volatility in the stock market, recessions, and more.

Caleb is the Editor in Chief of Investopedia and host of The Green Investor and The Investopedia Express podcasts.

Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by my other podcast, This is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my cohost Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward situations. Listen to our latest episode at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com

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319: Investing is Like Baking a Cake Jul 04, 2022

Investing can and should be simple. One of the simplest investment options out there is the index fund. I've been working on a new analogy using cake to help us all better understand how index funds work.

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318: The Origin of the Terms Bear and Bull Market Jul 01, 2022

Where do the terms Bear and Bull Market come from? These labels are hundreds of years old and in this episode we'll break down two of the most popular theories.

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317: What is a Bear Market? Jun 27, 2022

Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is here to help breakdown another investing term that we've been hearing a lot in these uncertain times, The Bear Market.

What is a Bear Market and how should we react when we find ourselves in one?

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316: Make a Plan to Cash Out of Your Job Jun 23, 2022

What do you do for a living right now? If you could go back and choose a different path, whether it be entrepreneurship or a completely different career, what would you choose to do for work?

Julien and Kiersten Saunders of Rich and Regular are back with me today and we're diving deeper into the dissatisfaction of the way the working world works. We're talking strategies to overcome career frustration through a financial plan that allows you to create opportunities for yourself that you feel good about.

Connect with Julien and KierstenInstagram | Twitter | Facebook | Richandregular.com

Links Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away

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315: The 15 Year Plan to Quit Your Job Jun 20, 2022

I'm going to be completely transparent here: I would have done things much differently in my career path had I known about what my guests today are calling the "15 Year Career Plan."

Joining me today are Julien and Kiersten Saunders of Rich & Regular. They are the authors of the newly released book, Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, and they're here to reframe the way you think about your career while giving you a sense of purpose and empowerment through living strategically.

Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by This is Awkward Podcast where my co-host Allison and I discuss all your awkward money situations. If you want to send in your own awkward money situation for us to discuss on the podcast, head over to awkwardpodcast.com!

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314: What is a Recession and Should I Be Concerned? Jun 17, 2022

Are we about to go in to a recession? A lot of what we see in the new seems to pointing to yes. But what exactly is a recession and how do we know if we are in one? I'll break all of that down and more in this episode.

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313: What is Cash Stuffing? Jun 13, 2022

Have you ever heard of cash stuffing? I recently joined Natalie Lizarraga on NBC LX to talk about what this TikTok viral trend is and how it could help you manage your finances.

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312: Mom and Dad We Need to Talk Jun 06, 2022

9% of people surveyed said that they would rather talk to their parents about sex versus their personal finances. Why is talking to our parents about money so scary and what can we do to get that conversation started?

Author of Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk, Cameron Huddleston joins me to answer this question.

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311: How Do I Handle All of the Bad Financial News? Jun 02, 2022

There's a lot of negativity in the news today when it comes to finances. Whether it's worries about the market failing, inflation, or why you should or shouldn't be investing in cryptocurrency, there is SO much information to take in and process.

Kate Dore is back with us today for today's UnPopped Popcorn episode and since she writes about these topics frequently, she's helping us create a plan for our finances that allow us to live peacefully and intentionally during these uncertain times!

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310: Should I Invest in I Bonds? May 30, 2022

I Bonds and their super high interest rates are such a hot topic right now, but should we be investing in them?

Kate Dore, a certified financial planner and reporter on CNBC's personal finance team, joins me to break down the pros and cons of I Bonds!

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309: 401k Rollover Options May 26, 2022

In today's UnPopped Kernels episode, I'm discussing the different types of 401k rollovers and which one is right for you!

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308: The Pros and Cons of Rolling Over Your 401(k) May 23, 2022

The company I work for was bought. Should I rollover my old 401k plan? This is the question I received from Tiger who wanted to know some of the pros and cons of rolling over an old retirement account. In this episode we’ll break down what a rollover is and some reasons why you may or may not want to do one.

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307: Should I Invest in Target Date Funds? May 19, 2022

Investing extraordinaire, Amanda Holden (@dumpster.doggy) is back with me for today's UnPopped Kernels episode and we're taking a deeper look at target date funds to help you determine if investing in them is the right money move for you.

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306: How to Create an Investment Plan May 16, 2022

Investing doesn't have to feel complicated.

Even though investing is one of the best ways to build your wealth and save for retirement, it's easy for people to become so overwhelmed by all the different concepts, techniques and strategies that they end up not even starting in the first place.

To help breakdown the world of investing into a simple actionable plan that works for you, I'm excited to have back one of the smartest top educators in the investing space, Amanda Holden (aka @dumpster.doggy)

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305: Imagining Life Without Work May 12, 2022

Do you truly know who you are outside of your job? What would you do with your time if you didn't have to go into work on Monday morning?

Delyanne The Money Coach is back with me for today's UnPopped Kernel episode and we're discussing the importance of imagining life without work to help us not only make the most of retirement, but also to avoid burn-out throughout our working years.

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304: I'm Saving But I Feel Broke May 09, 2022

I was lucky enough to tackle a really interesting listener question alongside Delyanne The Money Coach in today's episode! Delyanne Barros is a powerhouse in the personal finance arena and is the host of CNN's brand new podcast, "Diversifying." In this episode, we hear from Kurt who has done an incredible job at saving and investing his money, but he's left wondering where the balance is in all this effort and discipline, especially since he feels broke despite having a hefty amount of cash in his 401k. Does he really have to wait until he's 65 to start enjoying his money? Tune in to find out how we tackle Kurt's dilemma! Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn. Connect with Delyanne Instagram | TikTok |Check out her podcast with CNN Links Compound Interest Calculator Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to questions@popcornfinance.com Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Thank you for listening to today’s episode. If you enjoyed it, I’d be grateful for your rating and review! Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)

303: Fidelity Will Let You Buy Bitcoin in Your 401k - Is That a Good Idea? May 08, 2022

Fidelity announced that they will allow 23,000 employers to add Bitcoin as an invesment option within their 401k plans. Is this a good thing for investors? In this episode I'll break down how and when Bitcoin is being added to 401k plans and the pros and cons of including crypto currencies in retirement plans.

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302: What I Wish I Knew About Money Before I Became an Adult May 02, 2022

Ever wish you could turn back the clock to share financial wisdom with your younger self in hopes that it would put you on the right financial path?

My guest today is Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, author of Financial Adulting and founder of The Fiscal Femme, and we're discussing all the things we wish we knew about finances before we stepped out into financial adulthood.

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301: Ask Me Anything! - Part 2 Apr 28, 2022

You all sent in so many great questions for our 300th episode celebration that I decided to answer even more on episode 301! This time I'm answering questions like "Anyone you’d love to have on but scared to ask?" & "What 3 items are a must have if you moved in to a tiny house?" Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve  To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn Check Out the Extended Version on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to questions@popcornfinance.com Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance Thank you for listening to today’s episode. If you enjoyed it, I’d be grateful for your rating and review! Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): Bright LIfe https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life Play The Beat http://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/play-the-beat Campfire http://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/campfire Be With Me http://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/be-with-me Name http://uppbeat.io/t/walz/name Coffee Break http://uppbeat.io/t/sensho/coffee-break Spatial http://uppbeat.io/t/fugu-vibes/spatial

300: Ask Me Anything! Apr 25, 2022

To celebrate reaching 300 episodes I'm answering your questions! You all sent in some great ones like "Can you tell us about an interaction with a celebrity?" & "How did you come up with Popcorn Finance?" Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve  To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn

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299: Why Does Tax Season Always Stress Me Out? Apr 21, 2022

Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed when it comes to taxes?

Keila Hill-Trawick is back today to help calm our nerves so that we feel a little more empowered to take on next tax season with ease and confidence.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why so many of us find ourselves stressed out during tax season
Who truly needs the help of a tax preparer versus utilizing a self-service software
How to feel more comfortable and confident when it comes to prepping for tax season all year long

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298: How to Prep for Tax Season All Year Long Apr 18, 2022

Taxes are due every year around April 15th but that doesn’t mean you should be waiting until then to get ready. Keila Hill Trawick is the founder of Little Fish Accounting and she’s here to break down a few simple things that you can do all year long to make tax season less stressful.

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297: Food is Worth the Money Apr 14, 2022

How often do you ask yourself, was that food worth the money? In another special UnPopped Kernels episode I share a piece of my conversation with Justine Nelson that didn’t make it in to Episode 296 and discuss why building some flexibility in to your budget is so important.

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296: Let's Challenge Each Other to Spend Apr 11, 2022

No spend challenges are a popular strategy when trying to stick to a budget, but have you ever heard of a spending challenge?

Justine Nelson, founder of Debt Free Millennials, joins me today to discuss her 30 day spending challenge, how it has helped her shift her mindset while she focuses on spending money on what matters to her, and refrains from frivolously spending on what doesn’t.

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295: UnPopped Kernels: How Will Rising Interest Rates Impact Me? Apr 07, 2022

Fear over rising inflation has lead to the start of a series of interest rate increases. In another special UnPopped Kernels episode I break down how higher interest rates could affect your budget and your bank account.

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294: Is Hustle Culture Bad for Your Wallet? Apr 04, 2022

I came across a controversial tweet that read, “If you’re getting 8 hours of sleep every night, you aren’t working hard enough.” This reminded me of another statement I recently heard: “If you aren’t earning 6 figures, you aren’t working hard enough.”

Each week I join Natalie Lizarraga on NBCLX to discuss the latest finance topics. In today’s episode you’ll hear our discussion on how hustle culture has us believing these false statements and how we can create our own definition of success that doesn’t revolve around what we earn.

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293: UnPopped Kernels: The Obsession with Individual Stocks Mar 31, 2022

Amanda Holden is back today to talk about the obsession with individual stocks that we are seeing right now. We discuss the relationship between buying stocks and the “get rich quick” mentality, along with the confidence that can set people up for disappointment when choosing to invest in individual stocks.

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292: Should I Max Out My IRA Before Buying Individual Stocks? Mar 28, 2022

Should you focus on maxing out your IRA before investing in stocks? The idea of investing is extremely popular right now, so when a listener wrote in with this question, I knew it was one I wanted to dive into.

Amanda Holden joins me to discuss how this question really isn’t an either/ or issue, and why we are hearing this question more often.

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291: Money is Emotional Mar 21, 2022

We tend to think of personal finance as a technical topic, but it is also highly emotional. How does the emotional impact of money affect the way we address our finances?

This week I’m joined by Paco de Leon, founder of The Hell Yeah Group, to discuss this. We talk about the shame and guilt that can surround our finances, how we can uncover where those feelings originated, and how to address and move past these issues.

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290: How is the Child Tax Credit Impacting Families? Mar 14, 2022

On today’s episode, we are talking about the impact of the Child Tax Credit expansion by the Biden administration in 2021. This expansion expired at the end of December 2021, so today I want to talk about the impact this credit had on families, along with the loss of this credit.

To do that, I have Leigh Phillips joining me. Leigh is the CEO of Saverlife, a nonprofit that uses data and technology to help members save money, along with pushing for better policies and a more just economic system across the country. Leigh and I discuss how the Child Tax Credit provided stability for families, including creating stabilization of savings accounts. We also talk about how Saverlife is tracking what other impacts these monthly payments have had on families, along with the impact of losing this child credit, which they will continue tracking over the next several months.

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289: What Can Cause IRS Refund Delays? Mar 10, 2022

Andy Phillips, a Director at The Tax Institute at H&R Block, is back for a bonus episode to discuss some of the things that can cause a delay in your tax refund this year.

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288: Tax Time: Long IRS Hold Times and the Child Tax Credit Mar 07, 2022

This tax season has been full of questions. It doesn't help that calling the IRS means hours on hold. This week I'm joined by Andy Phillips, a Director at The Tax Institute at H&R Block, to learn more about why the IRS is so difficult to get a hold of and the impacts of the changes to the Child Tax Credit.

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287: 3 Things You Can Do to Make the Most of Your Tax Refund Feb 28, 2022

It's tax season yet again and millions of Americans will be receiving a tax refund. But what should you do with all that cash? This week I'll break down three things that you can do with your tax refund to get your finances moving in the right direction.

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286: Am I a Bad Mom for Only Saving When I Can? Feb 21, 2022

Parent guilt is a very real thing and can be even worse when you throw in your financial situation. This week I’m joined by Allison Baggerly to discuss a question sent in from a listener who is concerned that the “small” amount of money they are able to save for their child’s future isn’t enough. She wants to know, does this make her a bad mom?

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285: Millennials Spend $69 on Average on First Dates Feb 14, 2022

The cost of love, is it increasing with inflation? This week the Editor in Chief of TheBalance.com, Kristin Myers, joins me to break down some stats that show just that. We’ll discuss the rising cost of dating in 2022 and what things will be more expensive this Valentine’s Day.

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284: Why is High Inflation Still Here? Feb 07, 2022

It feels like we hear about inflation every single day and many of us have felt its impacts in our daily lives.

You may have heard that this high inflation was only supposed to be temporary, but it seems to be sticking around. This week I’ll dive in to some factors that are causing this persistent inflation and also what this means for mortgage interest rates.

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283: I Don't Like Debt But Want a Good Credit Score Jan 31, 2022

How do you maintain a strong credit score after paying off all of your debt? A listener wrote in wanting to know the answer to this question. This week I'll answer this question and break down what goes in to your credit score calculation.

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282: Is Hustle Culture Bad for Your Finances? Jan 24, 2022

Personal finance hot takes, the internet is full of them. This week I'll tackle a particularly bad hot take with my This is Awkward cohost Allison Baggerly.

Check out the full conversation from episode 43 of This is Awkward! https://www.awkwardpodcast.com/43-you-arent-working-hard-enough

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281: What's the Difference Between an IRA and a 401(k)? Jan 17, 2022

Can I contribute to an IRA and a 401(k) at the same time? A listener wrote in with this exact question so this week I'll break this question down and dive deeper in to what makes these plans different.

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280: The Backdoor Roth, How Does it Work? Jan 10, 2022

Does even thinking about the tax code overwhelm you? In today's episode a listener wrote in to ask how they could contribute to a Roth IRA even though their tax status prevents them. I walk through the details of the little known backdoor Roth IRA and how it can be used to get that amazing tax savings.

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279: Building Unique & Meaningful Financial Goals Jan 03, 2022

It's a brand new year, should we be setting financial goals? Goal setting is a great practice so I want to help you out with 4 unique goals that you can add to your list for 2022.

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278: Our Failed 2021 Goals Dec 27, 2021

This is the time of year when everyone shares the many goals they achieved during 2021. That's not what we're doing on Popcorn Finance this week! This week I'm joined by the amazing Berna Anat to discuss all of the goals that we failed to achieve this year. Because it's great to talk about what we've accomplished, but it is so freeing to share our failures!

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277: How to Make an Impact Through Donating Dec 23, 2021

Many of us would like to make a differrence through donating, but it can often feel daunting to find the right place to give. Tanja Hester, author of Wallet Activism, joins us once again to help us understand the best ways to donate.

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To enter to win 1 of the 2 copies of Wallet Activism I am giving away, just send me an email to Questions@PopcornFinance.com or send me a DM on instagram @PopcornFinancePodcast and tell me why you'd like to win a copy.

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Follow Tanja on Instagram @OurNextLife or check out her amazing work at https://ournextlife.com

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276: Is It The Thought That Counts? Dec 20, 2021

What do you do when you find out your partner spent more on a gift than they should have? This week we are getting awkward with this story from This is Awkward, the other podcast I cohost. A listener wrote in to get our advice after receiving a gift from her husband that he clearly overpaid for. Should she tell him that he overpaid and return the gift or should she let him think he got a great deal?

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275: Changing How We Think About Homeownership Dec 13, 2021

Purchasing a home is a huge financial milestone, but that doesn't mean that it is right for everyone. This week I am joined by Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez to discuss our thoughts on why renting can be a great financial move and the pressure so many of us feel to become homeowners.

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274: How to Make Real Change With Your Wallet Dec 06, 2021

I think we would all like to make a positive impact on this world, but often it can difficult to know how. This week I'm joined by Tanja Hester, author of Wallet Activism, to learn how we can use the money we earn to make real lasting change.

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273: I’m Overwhelmed with Investment Decisions Nov 29, 2021

It is so easy to become overwhelmed with what feels like a never ending stream of new stocks and cryptocurrencies to invest in. But, what about the boring old foundational concepts of personal finance? Are you neglecting those for a chance to “get rich quick”? This week I’m joined by the one and only Berna Anat to break down why it’s important to bring our finances back to basics before we start throwing money at any of these new investments out there.

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272: Should I Keep My Money Separate From My Partner? Nov 22, 2021

Should you merge finances with your significant other or keep everything separate?

There’s nothing like a little financial weight being lifted when you decide to share living expenses with someone! That being said, is it smart to still keep a small stash of your own coin? I was recently a guest on KFI AM640 where Kelvin Washington and I discussed finding a happy medium.

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271: Should I Be Giving Out NFTs This Christmas? Nov 15, 2021

Are you already overwhelmed with the thought of spending money this holiday season?

If so you're not alone. This week I'm joined by Kristin Myers, Editor-in-Chief of https://TheBalance.com, to discuss how you can best prepare yourself and your finances for the upcoming holiday spending rush.

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270: The Credit Score is Overrated Nov 08, 2021

Would you rather have a perfect credit score or $100,000?

This week I’m joined by Kevin Matthews to discuss why we sometimes place so much emphasis on the credit score and what other areas of our finances we should treat with just as much, if not more, importance.

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269: Should I Pay Off Debt or Save? Nov 01, 2021

Do I build up my emergency fund or pay down my debt?

This is the question so many of us are faced with so in this week’s episodeI'll break down the cost of saving versus paying down debt and how you can make the best decision for your finances.

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268: What Types Fees Am I Charged When I Invest? Oct 25, 2021

Why would you choose to work with a professional to help with your financial planning?

In today’s episode, I’m back with Caleb Silver of Investopedia to discuss why our financial lives are so much more than just our investments.

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267: The Hidden Fees of Mutual Funds Oct 18, 2021

Are mutual fund fees hidden or just hard to find?

One thing is for certain, the information on them is printed extra small! In this week’s episode, Caleb Silver of Investopedia is back to discuss the different types of mutual fund fees, how much of your returns go towards paying fund managers, and how to choose a mutual fund that makes paying fees worth it.

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266: How Do You Fix Social Security? Oct 11, 2021

Is there a one size fits all solution?

In last week’s episode, we discussed the topic of our social security system running out of money, and today I’m back discussing some possible solutions to the issue. Some ideas are more popular than others, and some carry less risk. If you’re curious about what the future holds for your own golden age, be sure to check out this episode.

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265: Is Social Security Running Out of Money? Oct 04, 2021

Are you concerned that Social Security won’t be there for you in the future?

It’s understandable if you are with the latest news from the annual Social Security and Medicare trustees report. The Social Security program is projected to exhaust its trust by 2033. Find out what this means for the future of the program and why the program is struggling in this week’s episode.

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264: How Do I Teach My Kids About Money? Sep 27, 2021

For a lot of us, the topic of money was never spoken about with our parents, and the pattern of avoidance has continued with our own kids. While we want our children to handle their money well, we might not know where to start.

In this week’s episode, John Lanza, author of The Art of Allowance discusses his method of encouraging our kids to make wise choices about their money, as well as how to get them used to budgeting before they need to pay bills of their own.

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263: How Do I Decide What to Do Next Financially? Sep 20, 2021

Emergency funds, student loans, car payments and retirement plans - what should take first priority in your master financial plan?

If your list of money items to tackle is long, it can be easy for decision paralysis to set in and for you to put off making any decisions at all! In this week’s episode, I answer a listener’s question about the first path to take after a personal budget is in place.

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262: $5.8 Billion in Student Loans to Be Forgiven Sep 13, 2021

This week I am back on KFI AM 640 to discuss the $5.8 billion in student loans that are scheduled to be forgiven.

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261: You Could At Least Give Me Half! Sep 06, 2021

Has helping a friend ever gotten weird for you?

Friendly favors are usually no big deal, but what about when there’s money involved? Financial gains, no matter the amount, can certainly make things tricky. And when past favors between friends are tallied up and used as ammunition, resentment can brew.

In this week’s episode, I share with you a call that Allison Baggerly, my co-host from the This Is Awkward Podcast and I received about an affiliate marketing money situation that got weird fast.

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260: What Credit Score Do I Need for the Best Interest Rate? Aug 30, 2021

Looking to purchase a big ticket item?

Whether it’s a home or a vehicle purchase that’s on your radar, your credit score will be taken into consideration before being granted the loan! So what kind of score is needed to receive the best interest rate? In this week’s episode I answer a listener’s question about how perfect your credit score really needs to be to receive that prime rate.

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259: You Don’t Have to Invest in Everything Aug 23, 2021

Have you experienced FOMO with the many investment opportunities floating around?

Hearing about the large sums of money people have made overnight can make us anxious to get in on the investment action ourselves - so anxious we can throw caution to the wind and simply hope for the best.

Jessica Moorhouse is a millennial money expert, speaker, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, award-winning blogger, host of the More Money Podcast and founder of the Millennial Money Meetup®, and in this week’s episode she tells us why it is crucial to educate ourselves before throwing our hard earned money towards investments.

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258: Are Millennials More Financially Insecure? Aug 16, 2021

Have you ever felt insecure about your financial situation?

If so, you aren’t the only one. In this week’s episode I discuss how high cost of living, student loans and planning for retirement are putting pressure on millennials' bank accounts and wallets, as well as a simple trick to help reign in some of your spending.

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257: How Inflation Affects Social Security Aug 09, 2021

Has inflation been on your mind lately?

It’s no secret that certain prices are rising, and I recently returned to KFI AM 640 radio to answer questions relating to whether we should be worried, what is causing prices to rise in the first place, how inflation is affecting Social Security and the indicators we use to measure inflation.

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256: Am I Too Greedy? Aug 02, 2021

Do you ever feel like you are too focused on money?

Once our basic costs of living are covered, making extra money to spend, save, or invest can raise some interesting emotions in ourselves. Questions of self-worth and being deserving of wealth can bubble up. This week, Finance and Lifestyle writer Connie Conpoint is back to discuss how to be comfortable with wealth building and how to separate money and career from self-worth.

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255: How to Protect Your Health and Your Wealth Jul 26, 2021

Do you have a will in place yet?

When you think of estate planning, things like your house, car, and money probably come to mind. In reality, the plan for what happens when you are gone encompasses so much more, but it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. In today’s episode, Ifeoma "Iffy" Ibekwe explains what actually goes into an effective estate plan. Iffy is the CEO and Principal Attorney of Ibekwe Law, and has devoted her career to educating others on the importance of planning ahead and not leaving your trust and will to chance.

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254: How Do I Grow My Credit Score? Jul 19, 2021

Whether you’re looking to buy a house or purchase a new car, one thing is certain – your credit score will be looked at! So how do you create a credit score to be proud of?

A listener recently asked me this exact question, and in today’s episode I discuss the 5 main factors that go into determining your credit score, as well as the myth that keeping a balance on your card is a good idea.

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253: My 20% Retirement Party Jul 12, 2021

Should you wait until the end of your career to celebrate your retirement? This week’s guest says no! Connie aka Conpoint, is a finance and lifestyle writer who started her money journey in 2018 and is on track to reach Financial Independence/Early Retirement in her 30s.

In this episode she explains how celebrating the mini-money goals you achieve on the path to your final retirement is not only fun, but keeps you motivated to hit that final target!

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252: I Lent My Friend Money and Now I Want It Back Jul 05, 2021

Lending money to a friend in their time of need can just feel like the right thing to do. But what happens when you aren’t paid back, and the loan is never spoken of again? This week I’m sharing a clip from a recent episode of This Is Awkward, a podcast that I host alongside Allison Baggerly of Inspired Budget, where we discuss an anonymous listener who is dealing with this exact money situation.

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251: Where Are The Workers? Jun 28, 2021

As the country begins to reopen many businesses are noticing that their staff is not returning. Many blame unemployment benefits, but I think that this situation is a little more complex.

I joined Shannon and Gary once again on KFI AM 640 to discuss the reasons behind the perceived lack of available employees.

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250: How Investing Fights Off Inflation (Replay) Jun 21, 2021

While rising costs are inevitable and may be out of our control, INVESTING is the most surefire way to keep money working in our favor and not against us!

In today's episode I explain the direct relationship between investing and inflation, and why hiding your money under the mattress is never a good idea.

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249: Should We Be Afraid of Inflation Jun 14, 2021

Are prices always increasing? Today we talk about what costs have actually decreased over time, as well as examine if today’s worry about inflation is warranted and how we got into this situation to begin with.

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248: The Crypto Craze and Scams Jun 07, 2021

It feels like Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and DogeCoin are all anyone is talking about these days. I joined Shannon and Gary on KFI AM 640 to breakdown the crypto craze and the scams that have started to pop up.

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247: How Does an IRA Work? May 31, 2021

The finance world is full of acronyms that at first glance can make little sense! Two inquisitive listeners recently submitted their questions on retirement accounts, so be sure to tune in to this episode where I share the full breakdown, as well as the tax benefits of each.

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246: Do I Take the Cash or the Car? May 24, 2021

Decisions, Decisions. In this episode of the podcast I use my love for number crunching to thoroughly analyze one listener’s debate between two raffle prize options - a lump sum of money or a free car lease term!

As you will see, there are creative ways to make the most out of either option. Listen to hear what I think the right choice is!

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245: Am I Too Broke to Budget? May 17, 2021

When cash is running low, the last thing you want to do is set up a budget! Don’t you need money before you can plan how to spend it?

Not exactly!

In this episode, budgeting pro Allison Baggerly returns to show you how being broke is actually the BEST time to create your money plan.

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244: Pay Yourself to Splurge May 10, 2021

Can you save as well as splurge?

In this week’s episode, financial writer and author of Money Hacks Lisa Rowan says you bet. Find out what her simple hack for getting the best of both world’s is.

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243: Trading vs Investing May 03, 2021

Trading vs Investing – is there a difference?

Today we answer that exact question with help from Caleb Silver of Investopedia.com and Lauren Silbert of TheBalance.com.

Find out what Caleb has to say about the two different approaches and learn a simple calculation from Lauren to find out how long your investments will take to double.

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242: What is an ETF? Apr 26, 2021

Listener Tame wrote in wanting to know the difference between an ETF and a Mutual Fund. This is a great question and Editor in Chief of Investopedia, Caleb Silver, is back to help us better understand ETFs aka Exchange Traded Funds.

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241: Investing is Like Baking a Cake Apr 19, 2021

Investing can and should be simple. One of the simplest investment options out there is the index fund. I've been working on a new analogy using cake to help us all better understand how index funds work.

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240: Being a Boring Investor Earned Me 24% Apr 12, 2021

NFTs, Bitcoin, & GameStop. All of these investments have gotten so much attention over the past year or so that you may feel like you are doing something wrong if you haven't throw some of your money at these options.

This week I want to talk to you about being a boring investor and how my boring approach earned me over 24% in 2020.

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239: Keeping Money Secrets Apr 05, 2021

Is it ok to keep your money problems secret from your partner? This week Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez joins me to discuss a recent episode of her podcast Money Confidential where a guest struggles with a secret she's keeping from her partner.

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238: Saying No to the Engagement Ring Mar 29, 2021

The engagement ring is seen as the universal symbol of love and commitment. But it is also a huge expense and some, like today's guest, are opting to skip it all together. Author and speaker Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez joins me today to discuss why she decided to turn down her engagement ring.

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237.5: Stimulus Checks and Your Taxes Mar 27, 2021

Andy Phillips, a Director at the Tax Institute with H&R Block, returns for a bonus bag of popcorn and to answer more of your tax questions!

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237: How to Make Money Flipping Furniture Mar 22, 2021

Are you looking for a new side hustle? DO you enjoy shopping for furniture? Then today’s guest, Whitney Hansen, is going to give you a crash course on furniture flipping.

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236: Does Paying Off Student Loans Affect My Credit? Mar 15, 2021

This week, Robert Farrington is back to answer more of your student loan questions. Today’s question: “Does Paying Off Student Loans Affect My Credit?”.

Robert Farrington is a wealth of knowledge on student loans. His business, The College Investor, has been helping people escape student loan debt since 2009.

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235: Money Hacks Mar 08, 2021

We are all looking for hacks to help us get better at managing our money.

This week’s guest, Lisa Rowan, wrote a book compiling over 275 money hacks that she has collected over years of writing about personal finance. Today we are diving in to a few of my favorite including ways to limit impulse shopping at your favorite retail store or restaurant and a quick hack to help you make smarter spending decisions.

Connect with Lisa at http://www.lisarowan.com

Grab Lisa’s New Book “Money Hacks: 275+ Ways to Decrease Spending, Increase Savings, and Make Your Money Work for You!” today.

Check out her website (http://www.lisarowan.com/book) to find her book at a store near you. Don’t forget to check your local bookstores too!

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234: Do I Pay My Student Loans First? Mar 01, 2021

This week, Robert Farrington is back to answer more of your student loan questions. Today’s question: “Do I pay my student loan debt first?”.

Robert Farrington is a wealth of knowledge on student loans. His business, The College Investor, has been helping people escape student loan debt since 2009.

Connect with Robert at https://thecollegeinvestor.com/.

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233: How to Ask for a Raise Feb 22, 2021

This is our final episode in the Pandemic Job Hunt Series. We’re back this week with Kate Dixon a to discuss how to ask for a raise at your current job.

Asking for a pay raise, especially in a pandemic, can be nerve wracking to say the least, but Kate teaches us how to do it in a methodical but easy way which includes how to research average pay scales for your current position.

Kate Dixon is a salary negotiations coach who has spent over 25 years working with companies such as Nike, Intel, & American Express and she joins us to share the expert negotiation tips and tricks she's learned.

Connect with Kate at www.katedixon.org

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232: Get the Pay You Deserve Feb 15, 2021

We are continuing the Pandemic Job Hunt Series with a great conversation about asking for the pay you deserve in a new position.

After all the work it took to finally get that new position it can be scary to ask for the pay you feel you deserve. Kate Dixon is a salary negotiations coach who has spent over 25 years working with companies such as Nike, Intel, & American Express and she joins us to share the expert negotiation tips and tricks she's learned.

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231: Writing the Perfect Cover Letter Feb 08, 2021

This week, I’m talking to Aditi Shrikant, finance writer at CNBC’s Grow. We are discussing all things cover letter. What a cover letter is and how to use your cover letter to stand out in the sea of applicants.

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Check out the cover letter article we referenced in today’s episode at https://grow.acorns.com/cover-letter-tips-and-ideas

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230: Finding a Job During the Pandemic Feb 01, 2021

Today we are kicking off the Pandemic Job Hunt series. Things are not easy right now and looking for a job can seem like a hopeless and pointless mission. So I've asked 3 experts to join me to provide you with some resources to help you along in your journey. Whether that is looking for work or negotiating the pay you deserve.

Joining me this week is Rich Jones of Paychecks and Balances. Rich is a recruiter with over a decade of experience and shares an honest look at the job market and some things that you can do to step up your game on LinkedIn.

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229: What's Going on with GameStop? Jan 28, 2021

GameStop is ALL over the news. Here is a quick breakdown of what's going on and how this whole mess started.

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228: Answering Your Tax Questions Jan 25, 2021

Joining me this week is Andy Phillips the Director at the Tax Institute with H&R Block. Andy is here to answer the tax questions that you all sent in!

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227: Student Loan Pause Extended Jan 24, 2021

Updates on the extended student loan pause and Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor.com is back to help me answer more of your student loan questions!

If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness

Resources

Forbes Article: Student Loans Are Paused—Here’s What It Means For You

219: How Much is OK to Take Out in Student Loans https://pod.fo/e/ab3d1

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226: Does Time Change Our Feelings About Money? Jan 18, 2021

Julian and Kiersten of rich & REGULAR return to take a look back at their first appearance way back on episode 099. We get an update on their thoughts on the F.I.R.E. movement (Financial Independence Retire Early) & how their outlook on financial independence and retirement has changed.

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You can learn more about Julian and Kiersten Saunders and rich & REGULAR at https://richandregular.com. You can also find them on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. They have an amazing video series called Money on the Table available to watch on both YouTube and Facebook Watch.

Connect with Julian and Kiersten: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richandregular Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richandregular YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4HUQztCZd9c1q2rB7SmOAQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/richandregular

Take a listen to our original conversation from episode #099 at https://pod.fo/e/2ff4

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225: Avoid This Major Tax Mistake Jan 11, 2021

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If you have a business, you can’t afford not to listen to this episode. Keila Hill-Trawick, of Little Fish Accounting, joins me to discuss how to manage and separate your finances for your business and your personal money. She dives deep into the biggest tax mistakes she sees most often with small business owners and how you can avoid them.

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You can learn more about Keila Hill-Trawick and Little Fish Accounting at Little Fish Accounting. You can also find her on Instagram at @LittleFishAccounting and on her podcast Fish Food wherever you listen to podcasts.

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224: Respecting My Partner's Money Boundaries Jan 06, 2021

You and your partner likely have completely different views about finances and what you feel comfortable discussing with other people. This makes an already tricky subject even more complicated. Erin Lowry, author of the Broke Millennial Talks Money, joins me to discuss how to talk about your finances in a way that makes both you and your partner feel comfortable.

You can learn more about Erin Lowry and the Broke Millennial at https://brokemillennial.com/. Her new book Broke Millennial Talks Money is out wherever books are sold. If you decide to buy a copy and support Erin's work, she has a free gift for you. To redeem your free gift email team@brokemillennial.com and put Proof of Purchase (Popcorn Finance) in the subject line.

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Exclusive Bonus Chapter

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223: How to Tell Your Friends You’re Broke Jan 04, 2021

Talking about being broke with your friends and telling them something isn't in your budget can be difficult. It can be awkward, especially if you're not on the same page financially. Erin Lowry of the Broke Millennial joins me to discuss how to handle these conversations a little bit easier in our lives.

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You can learn more about Erin Lowry and the Broke Millennial at https://brokemillennial.com/. Her new book Broke Millennial Talks Money is out wherever books are sold. If you decide to buy a copy and support Erin's work, she has a free gift for you. To redeem your free gift email team@brokemillennial.com and put Proof of Purchase (Popcorn Finance) in the subject line.

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222: You're Tipping How Much?! Dec 28, 2020

Have you ever gone out to eat with a bad tipper? On This Is Awkward a caller asked for our help on this very issue. Her friend blew up and left a restaurant when she found out her friend was making up for her bad tipping.

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401(k) Q&A: Deciding Between Traditional or Roth Dec 21, 2020

401(k) Q&A!

I received one more Roth vs Traditional question that was too good not to answer on the show.

Links to sources I used for researching answers to your 401(k) questions can be found at https://popcornfinance.com/401ksources

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220: How Small Businesses are Pivoting During the Pandemic Dec 14, 2020

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Small business owners have been hit so hard by the effects the pandemic has had on the economy. To better understand these struggles I'm joined by Doran Poma, owner of Haute Beauty Guide by Doran, to learn how she has been impacted and the pivot she's made to keep her business alive.

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219: How Much is OK to Take Out in Student Loans? Dec 07, 2020

Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor.com is back to help me answer your student loan questions in this special Q&A episode!

If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness

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218: What's Going on with Student Loans? Nov 30, 2020

The student loan situation has gotten so confusing. Do I need to make payments? Will my student loans be forgiven? Robert Farrington, founder of TheCollegeInvestor.com, joins me to answer these questions and more!

If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness

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217: Dealing with Our Money Shame Nov 27, 2020

Dealing with the shame around money can be so difficult, especially around the holidays. So my black friday gift to all of you is this bonus conversation with Money Coach Zina Kumok of www.consciouscoins.com.

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401(k) Q&A - What's Better, Traditional or Roth 401(k)? Nov 23, 2020

401(k) Q&A Time!

What's better, the Traditional or Roth 401(k)? We tackle this question and more this week!

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401(k) Q&A - What's a 401k Match? Nov 16, 2020

401(k) Q&A Time!

This week we are taking a look at the 401(k) match. What is it, Why does it exist, and What to do if you don't get one?

To check out the sources I've been using for these 401(k) Q&A episodes check out the link below.

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401(k) Q&A - I'm Terrified, What Do I Do? Nov 09, 2020

We are poppin' back in to our 401(k) discussion with your questions! This week we are helping a listener who is terrified to invest and breaking down how many 401(k) plans you can actually have.

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213: My Husband Resents My Debt Nov 02, 2020

Let's be honest... we are all a little preoccupied with the election.

So this week I thought I'd share a clip from one of the most controversial episodes of This Is Awkward to date!

A listener wrote in and shared with us that her husband resents the debt she brought in to the relationship and is now unwilling to help.

Check out this clip and then listen to the full episode of This Is Awkward using the link below!

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212: Traditional vs Roth 401(k) Oct 26, 2020

What is the difference between a traditional 401(k) and the Roth 401(k)? Today we are going to walk through what makes these plans different.

It's Hispanic Heritage Month and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Latinx experts that have been a part of Popcorn Finance. Click the link below to check out their work and to listen to their appearance on Popcorn Finance.

For links to the past investing episodes referenced visit https://popcornfinance.com/InvestingEpisodes

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211: How Does the 401(k) Work? Oct 19, 2020

The 401(k) can seem confusing and like you will never understand how they work. In this episode I will break down the rules of the 401(k) and some details you should know.

It's Hispanic Heritage Month and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Latinx experts that have been a part of Popcorn Finance. Click the link below to check out their work and to listen to their appearance on Popcorn Finance.

For links to the past investing episodes referenced visit https://popcornfinance.com/InvestingEpisodes

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210: Using Your Savings Isn't Always a Bad Thing Oct 12, 2020

If you’ve ever built up a savings account, you've probably been hit with guilt when you have to pull money out. We put so much time and effort into this process of saving up money that when something comes up, like a medical bill or car expense, it feels very defeating to have to spend that money. Pedro Moura joins me to discuss how to deal with these feelings.

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209: Don't Save for Retirement... Invest Oct 05, 2020

Are you saving or investing for retirement? Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com joins me to discuss why it is so important to change the language we use when we talk about preparing for retirement.

Catch up with Erin on Instagram at @BrokeMillennial or check out her book Broke Millennial Takes on Investing on Amazon or your local library.

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208: Pandemic Money Talks with Your Partner Sep 28, 2020

Talking about money with your partner can be difficult even under the best conditions. Add in a pandemic and it can seem nearly impossible. Andy Hill of the Marriage, Kids and Money podcast joins me to discuss how we've been handling these conversations in our lives.

You can learn more about Andy Hill and the Marriage, Kids and Money podcast at Marriagekidsandmoney.com/Playbook

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207: Making an Impact Through Investing Sep 21, 2020

We need to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars over our lifetime in order to retire. But have you ever been curious how the companies we invest in benefit from our money?

I reached out to Caleb Silver, Editor in Chief of Investopedia, and Kinsey Grant, host of Business Casual, to better understand the impact of our investments.

You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm

You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing.

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206: Pop-Up Debate! Business Casual Dress Code Sep 16, 2020

Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic. We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument!

This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs!

Today Kinsey Grant is back and ready to debate! Our topic... Business casual dress code - Are you for it or against it?

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You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm

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205: What is Ethical Investing? Sep 14, 2020

The term ethical investing is becoming more and more common these days. But what does this truly mean? Kinsey Grant, host of Business Casual, joins me to breakdown what exactly makes and investment ethical and how you can start using your money to make a difference.

You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm

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204: Where's My Gift?! Sep 07, 2020

This week things are getting awkward!⁠ ⁠ On the Popcorn Finance feed I'm bringing you a special dose of This Is Awkward, my other not so secret podcast that I host with Allison from Inspired Budget.⁠ ⁠ This week we hear from Michelle who has a sister that doesn’t enjoy giving gifts...even for Christmas. Michelle’s mom disagrees and makes an interesting financial demand.⁠ ⁠

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203: The Birth of the 401(k) Aug 31, 2020

The 401(k). You've probably heard about this plan over and over again. But, do you know how this plan came to be? Today we will break down the birth of the 401(k) plan.

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202: Living on $17,000 A Year Aug 24, 2020

What happens when you are a new parent and are only taking home $17,000 a year? Caroline Vencil (carolinevencil.com) shares how she took control of her finances even though she only had a modest income to work with.

Also Caroline shared a link for a free tool you can use to get started on managing your finances - CarolineVencil.com/PopcornFinance

Today's episode is sponsored by Statement Cards!

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201: Student Loans vs Investing Aug 17, 2020

I got to work with CNBC on a quiz to help you learn more about handling your finances. This reminded me of a conversation that I had with Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com.

Should I invest if I'm in debt? Stick around to listen and check out the CNBC quiz below!

Catch up with Erin on Instagram at @BrokeMillennial.

CNBC Quiz

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/08/07/smart-money-moves-to-make-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic.html

LA Times Article

https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2020-08-14/you-lost-your-job-heres-a-12-step-action-plan-to-save-yourself

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Episode 200!! Aug 10, 2020

Episode 200!

What more can I say!? None of this would be possible without you all listening each week.

So I'm dedicating this episode to all of you!

Past guests featured in this episode

Allison Baggerly - Episode 168

Brad Barrett - Episode 097

Cait Flanders - Episode 095

Jamila Souffrant - Episode 056 & Episode 004 (Listen at your own risk)

Jen Smith - Episode 045 & Episode 094

Rich & regular - Episode 099

Rich Jones - Episode 117

Sahirenys - Episode 170

Other episodes mentioned

Erin Lowry - Episode 033 & Episode 110

Glenn James - Episode 148

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199: Your Lifestyle Affects Your Retirement Date Aug 03, 2020

The lifestyle we choose to live can have a significant impact on when we can retire. That may sound simple, but it's not always that obvious. In today's episode I will give you some concrete examples of how small changes can have a big impact on when you can retire.

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198: How Much Do I Need to Retire? Jul 27, 2020

Last week we discussed how investing protects our money from losing value. This week I'll be walking you through a simple way to figure out how much money you may need to retire.

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197: How Investing Fights Off Inflation Jul 20, 2020

The goods and services that we all buy get more expensive with each year thanks to inflation. Today I will walk you through how investing for your retirement can help fight off this invisible destroyer of wealth.

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196: My Car Payment is Ruining My Budget Jul 13, 2020

Allison of InspiredBudget.com joins me to answer a listeners question. Annah wrote in asking how to handle the fact that her goal of paying her car off in two years is causing her to run out of money each month.

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195: Starting to Invest Jul 06, 2020

Investing can be a very scary concept. Caleb Silver of Investopedia.com joins me to share some tips on what to keep in mind when you start investing for the first time.

To learn more about Robo Advisors check out Episode 156 https://podfollow.com/popcornfinance/episode/99f7b7ba34a0ae8dffd39907a6aa527f653ccd35

You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing.

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194: 3 Years of Making Popcorn Together Jun 29, 2020

Today we are celebrating reaching 3 years of Popcorn Finance together!

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193: Creating an Emergency Budget Jun 22, 2020

When there is so much financial uncertainty in the world i like to sit down and create an emergency budget. It's not that I think that something bad is going to happen, but I like to be prepared in the event that it does. On today's episode I share with you how to create an emergency budget.

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192: Trading vs Investing Jun 15, 2020

Getting rich by investing in the stock market sounds great. But too often we hear stories of how wealthy you can become by making just a few quick, smart trades. Caleb Silver from Investopedia.com joins me to break down the difference between stock trading and long term investing.

There's also a special guest appearance from Lauren Silbert of TheBalance.com to help us understand the power of the Rule of 72.

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191: Commitment to Fight Racism Jun 08, 2020

This has been a very difficult week both mentally and emotionally. So I've decided to share a recent episode from my new podcast This Is Awkward to help continue the necessary conversations around race and inequality.

You can check out This Is Awkward at the link below.

https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats/confused

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In today’s episode we have the difficult, yet necessary conversation surrounding how every person can adopt a commitment to fight racism both in their home and in this world.

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190: Bartering to Reach My Savings Goals Jun 01, 2020

We would all like to see our savings account grow, but at times it can be hard to find ways to free up the cash to reach that goal. Yanely joins me on the podcast to share how she bartered her way to reaching her savings goals.

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Racism is Like Dust in the Air Jun 01, 2020

Words for a difficult time Excerpt from an op-ed piece written in the LA Times by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar entitled "Don’t understand the protests? What you’re seeing is people pushed to the edge" https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-05-30/dont-understand-the-protests-what-youre-seeing-is-people-pushed-to-the-edge

Quick Pop with Popcorn Finance Listener Claudia! May 25, 2020

Special Quick Pop Episode with and actual Popcorn Finance listener, Claudia!

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Quick Pop! Answering All of Your Tiny Home Questions May 18, 2020

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement. In this quick & fun rapid fire question session we answer all of your burning tiny home questions!

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187: Transitioning to Life in a Tiny House May 11, 2020

I love Tiny Homes, but they are not for everyone. Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement is back to discuss how tiny living isn't for everyone and what you need to keep in mind if you are considering purchasing a tiny home of your own.

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186: Preparing for the Unexpected with Sharon Epperson May 04, 2020

A brain aneurysm put today's guest's financial plan to the test. Sharon Epperson, CNBC’s Senior Personal Finance Correspondent, shares her story as an example as to why putting emergency plans in place for your finances is crucial for you and your family.

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Sharon Epperson

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185: How to Stop Those Credit Card Offers Apr 27, 2020

I get so many credit offers in the mail and I'm sick of it! In today's episode I will walk you through how to put a stop to that credit card junk mail.

List of Sources for Today’s Episode

OptOutPrescreen.com

What are prescreened offers? – https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0148-prescreened-credit-and-insurance-offers

The Fair Credit Reporting Act – https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/fair-credit-reporting-act-fcra.asp

184: Will I Have to Pay My Stimulus Check Back? Apr 20, 2020

There are still a lot of questions around these stimulus checks such as; Will I have to pay this stimulus check back? and How do I update my bank account information? I'll answer these questions and more on this week's episode.

Still confused about what this stimulus check is all about? Contact me at https://popcornfinance.com/contact

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Links Mentioned in Today's Episode

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment-frequently-asked-questions

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183: Will I Be Getting a Stimulus Check? Apr 13, 2020

You've seen it all over the news, most of us will be receiving a $1,200+ stimulus check. In today's episode I will be breaking down your questions: Will I Be Getting a Check? How Much Will I be Getting?

Still confused about what this stimulus check is all about? Contact me at https://popcornfinance.com/contact

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182: How Do I Deal with My Stress & Anxiety? Apr 06, 2020

Join us for Popcorn Finance Game Night Every Monday at 6pm pt / 9pm et!

Life as we all know it has changed and it is understandable to feel anxious and fearful. So to hopefully help you all (and myself) deal with this situation a little bit better, licensed therapists Maelisa Hall & Amber Hawley are joining us to share some tips on how to handle our stress.

Today’s Guests

Amber Hawley

https://www.instagram.com/itsamberhawley

https://www.mybizbestie.com

Maelisa Hall

https://www.instagram.com/maelisahall

www.mydigitalmaven.com

Check out their first appearance on Episode 86: How Your Personality Affects Your Money

https://podfollow.com/popcornfinance/episode/8be21607b28dbf1cb93c8a1bf19346084aa3eed9

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Economic Crisis: 2008 Recession vs COVID-19 Economic Crash Apr 01, 2020

Caleb Silver, Editor in Chief of Investopedia, goes in to detail on how the current economic slow down we are experiencing in 2020 caused by COVID-19 compares to the Great Recession of 2007-2009.

You can visit Investopedia.com & TheBalance.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing.

You can also follow Investopedia on IG (@Investopedia) and Twitter (@Investopedia).

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Free Financial Planning Resources

Onefpa.org/probonoplanning

SavvyLadies.org

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180: Pop-Up Debate! What is the Superior Breakfast Experience? Mar 30, 2020

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Economic Crisis: What is a Bear Market? Mar 27, 2020

Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is here to help breakdown another investing term that we've been hearing a lot in these uncertain times, The Bear Market. What is a Bear Market and how should we react when we find ourselves in one.

You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing.

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Economic Crisis: What is the Federal Reserve? Mar 25, 2020

The Federal Reserve is a misunderstood system. I’ll try my best to break down what they do.

177: Your Weekly Dose of Hype Mar 23, 2020

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Let's be honest... Mondays kinda suck. You spent your weekend trying to get all you could done while trying to grab a few minutes of peace and now all of a sudden you have to get up early and attend a series of boring meetings. Well today Berna Anat aka Hey Berna is here to hype you up and give you the energy you need to take on this new week!

Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/177

Learn more about Berna at https://www.instagram.com/heyberna

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Economic Crisis: What Does the Fed Interest Rate Cut Mean for Me? Mar 20, 2020

What does the Fed rate cut mean? The federal reserve cut interest rates, what does this mean and how will it impact my finances?

Mortgage Refi Resources

https://www.nerdwallet.com/mortgages/refinance-calculator/calculate-refinance-savings

175: Why is it So Hard to Buy a Tiny Home? Mar 16, 2020

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You all know that I LOVE tiny homes, so it was amazing to get to sit down with Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement! All though tiny homes are much more affordable than a traditional home, a lack of financing options still puts them out of most people's price range. Brian walks us through the current state of tiny home financing and shares what options are available.

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174: What Should I Do with This Tax Refund? Mar 09, 2020

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President & CEO of SaverLife, Leigh Phillips, stops by for a bag of popcorn and to share some tips on what you should do with that tax refund you just got.

Plus there is a chance for you bring in a little extra cash to help you reach your savings goals!

Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/174

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This is Awkward: I Don't Need a Sugar Daddy Mar 04, 2020

I've launched a brand new podcast with my good friend and past guest Allison Baggerly (creator of Inspired Budget).

It's called This Is Awkward and just launched today! After you listen please come over and subscribe!

172: Investing 101 - What is a Money Market Account? Mar 02, 2020

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Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is back to break down Money Market Accounts!

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171: Automation Can Help You Save Thousands of Dollars Feb 24, 2020

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America Saves Week is kicking off on February 24th with a push to get you to save more through automation. Learn the impact that automation can have on your finances.

Check out more amazing resources at https://americasavesweek.org

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170: The Perfect Number of Bank Accounts Feb 17, 2020

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We hear a LOT about budgets but not about how we should structure our bank accounts. Sahirenys Pierce joins me to share her ingenious system called the High Five Banking Method she uses to keep her finances in order.

Hear more from Sahirenys at thepoisedlifestyle.com and on Instagram at Instagram.com/Poisedfinancelifestyle

Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/170

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169: Do You Share Your Salary with Your Co-Workers? Feb 10, 2020

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Anonymous blogger Purple joins me to discuss how a quick conversation at work about salaries almost caused a riot. Discussing what you make at work may sound like the scariest and most uncomfortable thing you could ever do; but not having that conversation could be costing you thousands!

Hear more from Purple at https://apurplelife.com and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/APurpleLifeBlog

Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/169

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168: How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Budgeting Feb 03, 2020

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Allison from Inspired Budget is back to help me take on another listener question. This week Caroline is calling in with a question about how to get her husband on board when it comes to discussing their budget.

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167: Could Your Latest Amazon Purchase Be... Trash? - Money with Friends Podcast Jan 27, 2020

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I've been guest hosting the Money with Friends podcast for the past four months and I thought I'd share one of my favorite episodes with you. We went in depth on a great piece from the Wall Street Journal all about how your latest Amazon delivery could be literal trash!

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166: The Popcorn Finance 2019 Movie Draft! Jan 20, 2020

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What goes better with a fresh bucket of popcorn than a great movie and 2019 gave us a ton to pick from. Joe Saul-Sehy, host of The Stacking Benjamins podcast, joins me for a very special Popcorn Finance Movie Draft!!!

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165: How Much is Your Bad Savings Account Costing You? Jan 13, 2020

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The wrong savings account could be costing you thousands of dollars. Learn how in today's episode!

Here is a link to the article discussed in today's episode https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/banking/how-much-you-lost-in-2018-by-having-the-wrong-savings-account/

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164: How Your Personality Affects Your Money Jan 07, 2020

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits. I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money.

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Hear more from Maelisa and Amber at MyBizBestie.com.

Check out their Myers-Briggs episode at https://www.mybizbestie.com/podcast/008

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163: Pop Up Debate Rewind with Bethany Bayless Dec 30, 2019

I had so much fun in Round 2 of my Pop-Up Debate with Bethany Bayless (http://themoneymillhouse.com) that I thought I'd share our first ever debate! Weigh in on who you thought argued their side best in the comment or on Instagram at @PopcornFinancePodcast!

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162: Pop-Up Debate! Gift Cards v. Cash - What Is The Perfect Gift? Dec 23, 2019

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!

In this episode I'm joined by Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast. Our topic... What is the perfect gift, Gift Cards or Cash?

You get to decide who wins the debate!

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/162

Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic. We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument!

This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs!

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161: Facing Your Financial Fears Dec 16, 2019

Debt can seem like an unending burden. Antwan called in expressing this exact feeling about his student loans. One of my favorite guests, Allison Baggerly, is back to help Antwan and all of you listening take on your debt!

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Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/161

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160: Don't Feel Guilty About Using Your Savings Dec 09, 2019

If you’ve ever built up a savings account, you've probably been hit with guilt when you have to pull money out. We put so much time and effort into this process of saving up money that when something comes up, like a medical bill or car expense, it feels very defeating to have to spend that money. Pedro Moura joins me to discuss how to deal with these feelings.

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159: Counting Down Our Top 3 Podcasts! Dec 02, 2019

Finding a new podcast that you will actually enjoy can be a lot of work. So, I sat down with Darbi Masters to countdown our Top 3 favorite podcasts!

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158: What I Learned by Living with Less Nov 25, 2019

The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018 and I got the chance to with the author, and all around amazing person, Cait Flanders. We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping.

Catch up with Cait on Instagram at @CaitFlanders.

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157: Should I Invest or Pay Off Debt? Nov 18, 2019

If you are in the process of trying to pay down debt, should you still contribute to your 401(k), or should you focus all of your power on paying down debt first and then contribute?

This particular question is asked on a daily basis in the debt free community and the personal finance industry.

Let's tackle this topic on today's episode!

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156: What is a Robo Advisor? Nov 11, 2019

Robo-advisors is becoming one of those hot buzzwords that you’re hearing thrown around everywhere. In the finance industry, automation is everything, so it’s no surprise that these services are creating that buzz. What is a Robo-Advisor? Do I need one?

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155: How to Find a Financial Planner + Giveaway Winners! Nov 04, 2019

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Today I will be announcing the two winners of Anthony ONeal’s book, Debt Free Degree, and sharing details on a new month long giveaway from our new partner, Cons and Kernels! I’ll also be sharing some tips on how to find a financial planner.

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How to Find and Win Scholarships Nov 01, 2019

Pam is an expert when it comes to finding and winning scholarships. She is best known for helping her son win over $700,000 in scholarships! Pam shares her best tips to help you get the scholarships you need.

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Quick Pop #13 - Anthony O'Neal Oct 30, 2019

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Anthony O'Neal! Anthony is back for a quick and fun rapid fire question challenge!

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Also take a listen to Anthony on Episode 152 - Student loan debt has become a real crisis in the United States. Today's guest, Anthony O'Neal, is on a mission to help future generations graduate college debt free. Together we discuss dream schools and erasing the stigma around community college.

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152: Debt Free Degree Oct 28, 2019

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Student loan debt has become a real crisis in the United States. Today's guest, Anthony O'Neal, is on a mission to help future generations graduate college debt free. Together we discuss dream schools and erasing the stigma around community college.

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151: How Do I Save and Pay Off Debt at the Same Time? Oct 21, 2019

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Balancing saving while paying off debt can be a very difficult task. Allison Baggerly and I are coming to you from the Nashville Airport to give you some advice thanks to a question from Alyssa.

Hear more from Allison at http://InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget (https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbudget).

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150: The Pros and Cons of Online Bank Accounts Oct 14, 2019

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We are following up on last week's discussion with my list of the Pros and Cons of online only bank accounts.

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149: Can I Trust Online Bank Accounts? Oct 07, 2019

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I received an email from Jordan wanting to know my thoughts on some of the new online only accounts that are popping up. In this episode I go over what I look for when opening a checking account online.

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148: Stop Overspending with the One Percent Rule Sep 30, 2019

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There is no one way to master your finances. There are so many ways to get your finances under control. Today Glenn James from My Millennial Money shares a rule that he uses to stop himself from overspending.

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147: How to Stop the Credit Card Offers in the Mail Sep 23, 2019

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I get so many credit offers in the mail and I'm sick of it! In today's episode I will walk you through how to put a stop to that credit card junk mail.

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Quick Pop #12 - Erin Chase Sep 22, 2019

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Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Erin Chase! Erin is back for a quick and fun rapid fire question challenge!

Also take a listen to Erin on Episode 145 - Keeping my food budget under control can be so difficult some months. Erin Chase from 5DollarDinners.com stopped by for a bag of popcorn and to share some of her favorite tips on how to reduce your food budget!

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145: How Do I Get My Food Budget Under Control? Sep 16, 2019

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Keeping my food budget under control can be so difficult some months. Erin Chase from 5DollarDinners.com stopped by for a bag of popcorn and to share some of her favorite tips on how to reduce your food budget!

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144: I Got My First Real Job, Now What? Sep 09, 2019

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Today Steven Hughes and I are answering a question that I received from Anna. We spend so many years as a broke student that once we finally get a real paycheck its hard to know what we should be doing with all that money. Steven and I give Anna, and you, some tips on how to handle that new steady income.

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143: Pop-Up Debate! Are You For or Against Tiny Living? Sep 02, 2019

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Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic. We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument!

This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs!

Today I'm stepping back and playing referee as guests Jessica Bufkin and Libby Gifford step in to the ring. Their topic... Are you for or against tiny living???

Both Jessica and Libby work to create the massive conference for finance nerds / creators like me, FinCon. Jessica is the Director of Events and Libby is the Creative Director. Learn more about FinCon and possibly attend in 2020 at https://finconexpo.com.

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142: Dear Debt Aug 26, 2019

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Mental health and money aren't two topics that you hear discussed together very often. Today's guest, Melanie Lockert, has made it her mission to create a space where these discussions can be had. Melanie and I discuss her talk at a recent Plutus Voices event and why it is important to have these conversations.

Resources from Melanie

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or Call 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - NAMI.org
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - https://afsp.org
Project Semicolon - https://projectsemicolon.com
Why We Rise - https://whywerise.la

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141: Plutus Nominated Episode - The Why of FI with Jillian Johnsrud Aug 21, 2019

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I'm posting today's episode from my hotel room in Toronto Canada. I think I may be losing my voice, but I still wanted to put out an episode for you.

I mentioned last week that Popcorn Finance was named as a finalist for two Plutus Awards. One of those nominations was for Best Series for the Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series I did earlier this year. So today I'm bringing you one of my favorite episodes from that series!

Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence.

Today's Guest: Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures (https://www.montanamoneyadventures.com/)

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140: How Do I Stay Motivated to Save? Aug 12, 2019

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Paying off debt can be an emotional journey, so it makes sense that it would be tough to keep that momentum going once your debt is gone. Today I tackle a question that I received from Tamie on this very topic with some help from financial coach Ericka Young.

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139: Is Debt Consolidation a Scam? Aug 05, 2019

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Debt consolidation is one of those topics that makes me nervous. It can be a useful tool, but is also full of traps. Today’s guest Leslie Tayne is here to walk us through some of the pros and cons.

Connect with Leslie at https://taynelaw.com

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138: Should I Give Up Power of Attorney? Aug 02, 2019

Cameron Huddleston is back yet again to answer another Power of Attorney question! This time from the side of the person giving up the power. Should you be nervous? What are some things to consider?

Connect with Cameron at https://Cameronhuddleston.com

Learn more about Cameron and her book on her first appearance at https://PopcornFinance.com/131

137: Should I Be My Parent's Power of Attorney? Jul 29, 2019

Cameron Huddleston is BACK thanks to a question from Michelle. As a follow up to Cameron's first appearance back on episode 131 (https://PopcornFinance.com/131), Michelle was contemplating if she wanted to take on the role of Power of Attorney for her mother and needed a little more information to help her make a decision.

Connect with Cameron at https://Cameronhuddleston.com

Learn more about Cameron and her book on her first appearance at https://PopcornFinance.com/131

136: Budget Bites - Using Cash Envelopes to Control Your Spending Jul 22, 2019

Allison's Budget Bites!

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135: Pop-Up Debate! Is the Wedding DJ Overrated? Jul 17, 2019

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Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic. We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument!

This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs!

Today I'm joined again by Stefanie O'Connell. Our topic... Is the wedding DJ overrated?

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134: Saying No to the Engagement Ring Jul 15, 2019

The engagement ring is seen as the universal symbol of love and commitment. But, it is also a huge expense and some, like today's guest, are opting to skip it all together.

Author and speaker Stefanie O'Connell joins me today to discuss why she decided to turn down her engagement ring.

Connect with Stefanie at https://stefanieoconnell.com

Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/134

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133: Getting Rid of That Car Debt! Jul 08, 2019

There are few moments that feel better than paying off debt. Last November I paid off my car and of course I had to document the process. Join me as I reflect on this surreal moment.

Have you recently paid off a car or are you close to finally being free of that debt? Tell me about it by leaving me a voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail!

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132: When Will I Be Debt Free? Jul 01, 2019

I received a great question from Tessa about how to calculate a debt payoff date when your payments are not consistent. This was a tough question so I went over a couple of options.

Here's a link to the debt snowball calculator I reference in this episode.

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Popcorn Finance 2 Year Anniversary! Jun 29, 2019

It's crazy to think that it has been two whole years since I released the very first episode of Popcorn Finance. I just wanted to put out this small bag of popcorn to thank you all for your support and to reflect back on the past two years.

131: Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk Jun 24, 2019

Help nominate Popcorn Finance for a Plutus Award!

Visit PopcornFinance.com/Plutus, enter your name and email, and then hit submit, THAT'S IT! Thanks for your help!

Would you rather talk to your parents about sex than their finances? Well 9% of people surveyed said that they would, which is crazy. But why is talking to our parents about money so scary and what can we do to get the conversation started? Author of Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk, Cameron Huddleston joins me to answer this question.

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130: Moving to the Hood to Pay Off $120,000 of Debt Jun 17, 2019

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Aja McClanahan joined me from the FinCon floor to discuss how she and her husband made a big decision to move to the hood to cut back their expenses and pay off over $120,000 of debt.

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129: Tell Me What You Want, What You Really, Really Want Jun 10, 2019

Here is another interview from my time at FinCon. I met up with Episode 030 Guest Nick True on the conference floor. Nick brought up the topic of why it's important to distinguish what you really want from the frivolous wants that bring no real satisfaction.

Connect with Nick on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfRqvJFJ6LLQ62lKmOUXATw

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128: Pop-Up Debates! Ebooks vs. Physical Books! Jun 06, 2019

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Welcome to Pop-Up Debates! In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic. We will each have 1 minute to argue our point. The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner.

In this episode I'm joined by Sarah Wilson of Budget Girl. Our topic... What is the superior format, Ebooks or Physical Books!

Decide who wins the debate!

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127: Pt.3 The 100 Book Reading Challenge Jun 05, 2019

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun.

Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl

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126: Pt.2 The 100 Book Reading Challenge Jun 04, 2019

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun.

Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl

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125: Pt.1 The 100 Book Reading Challenge Jun 03, 2019

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun.

Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl

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124: Vacations Stress Me Out! May 27, 2019

Vacations have always been a stressful time for me, specifically financially. Learn what I did to reduce the amount of money stress I was feeling every time I hopped on a plane.

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123: Budget Bites - Meal Prep Your Way to Savings May 22, 2019

Allison's Budget Bites!

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122: The Man without a Credit Score May 20, 2019

The credit score. We all strive to have the best one possible. But what is it like to live without a credit score at all? I sat down with Steve Stewart to talk about what life is like without a credit score and to find out where his went.

Connect with Steve at https://SteveStewart.me

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Bonus: Stacks House Tour May 17, 2019

Farnoosh Torabi is back to give us a quick audio tour of Stacks House.

Connect with Farnoosh on Instagram at @farnooshtorabi (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi) and check out her podcast So Money (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv).

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121: Pop-Up Debates! Are Subscription Services Worth It? May 15, 2019

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Welcome to Pop-Up Debates! In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic. We will each have 1 minute to argue our point. The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner.

In this episode I'm joined by Farnoosh Torabi of So Money. Our topic... Are Subscription Services Worth It?

Decide who wins the debate!

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/120

Connect with Farnoosh on Instagram at @farnooshtorabi (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi) and check out her podcast So Money (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv).

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120: Stacks House, A Pop-Up with a Purpose with Farnoosh Torabi May 13, 2019

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I got the chance to visit Stacks House, a pop-up in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, to speak with co-founder Farnoosh Torabi about why Stacks House was created, the need to empower women financially, and her dive in to stand up comedy.

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119: The Art of Allowance May 06, 2019

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John Lanza, author of The Art of Allowance, joins me to share some of his best tips and strategies to help your child build a strong relationship with money through an allowance.

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118: Budget Bites - Comparison is the Thief of Joy May 01, 2019

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117: Advancing Your Career and Paying Off Debt with Rich Jones Apr 29, 2019

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Rich Jones, one half of the Paychecks and Balances team, joins me to share how he got out of debt not by becoming ultra frugal, but by finding the right career, advancing, and using his higher salary to knock out his debt. Rich also shares some amazing career advice that he has learned over the years as a Human Resources professional.

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EPISODE 100!!! Apr 29, 2019

It's finally HERE! Episode 100!!! It's only about 16 episodes late but hey, it's better late than never, right?! HAHAHA!

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Tiny Living Series: Life on a Boat Apr 22, 2019

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The last stop on our Tiny Living Tour is the Atlantic Ocean, just off of the coast of Florida, to talk with Michelle Shroeder-Gardner from MakingSenseOfCents.com to talk about life on a boat. Michelle and her husband have been living on their 175 square foot catamaran for about a year now. Michelle shares some her favorite moments living at sea and the steps you can take if you would like to give it a try.

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Tiny Living Series: Tiny House Movement Apr 15, 2019

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This past August I flew out to Phoenix, Arizona to stay in my very first Tiny House. While there I had the opportunity to sit and talk with the owners, Cassandra and Gilbert. Together we discuss tiny house living, Airbnb and minimalism.

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Tiny Living Series: RV Living Apr 08, 2019

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Eric Sirianni from PodcastCrafter.com sat down with me back in 2018 to talk about what it was like for him and his wife Jill to downsize from their apartment in to an RV.

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Also, Eric's wife Jill is a past guest on the show! She appeared on Episode 094 and is one half of the amazing Frugal Friends Podcast.

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113: Budget Bites - The Importance of Tracking Your Expenses Apr 03, 2019

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Tiny Living Series: Van Life with Matt and Alli Apr 01, 2019

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Matt and Alli from OwenYourFuture.com welcomed me in to their 18 foot sprinter van that they have converted in to their beautiful home to talk about the #vanlife. In our conversation we discuss the struggles of adjusting to living in a 60 square foot van and what pushed them to downsize their lives.

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S07 - Broke Millennial Mar 29, 2019

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Today I'll be serving up a second helping of episode 033, enjoy!

This week Erin Lowry joins me for a bag of popcorn. Erin is the founder of BrokeMillennial.com and the author of the book Broke Millennial. We discuss some techniques to improve how you save and why you need more balance in your financial life.

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111: Pop-Up Debates! Is Using Someone Else's Netflix Ok? Mar 27, 2019

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Welcome to Pop-Up Debates! In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic. We will each have 1 minute to argue our point. The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner.

In this episode I'm joined by Erin Lowry of Broke Millennial. Our topic... is it ok to use someone else's Netflix login?

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110: Should I Invest if I'm in Debt? ft. Erin Lowry Mar 25, 2019

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Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com is back to help us tackle a question that I'm hearing more and more these days; Should I invest if I'm in debt?

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109: How to Invest in Real Estate with Joel & Matt from How to Money Mar 18, 2019

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Episode 053: Last Minute Tax Tips with Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves

The hosts of the How to Money podcast, Joel and Matt, pop by to give us all a crash course in how to invest in real estate.

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108: Mini Budgets & Investing 101 Mar 13, 2019

If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy?

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Allison's Budget Kernel!

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Investing 101 - What is an ETF? Featuring Caleb Silver with Investopedia Mar 11, 2019

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Editor in Chief of Investopedia, Caleb Silver, is back to help us understand ETFs aka Exchange Traded Funds!

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106: How Many Bank Accounts Do You Have? Mar 06, 2019

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Today I'm dedicating this bag of popcorn to Hilary who sent in a question to me and Allison from InspiredBudget.com (@InspiredBudget)

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PWF 5: Career Freedom Through FI with Paula Pant Mar 04, 2019

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One day Paula found herself making more money in her side hustle than in her low paying day job. Paula wanted to quit to pursue this new path, but she was hesitant due to the instability that comes with entrepreneurship. She gravitated towards real estate investing and her desire for some financial stability lead her down the path to financial independence.

Together we discuss how achieving financial independence doesn’t necessarily mean early retirement, but instead can provide the financial security needed to pursue a career that truly brings you joy.

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104: America Saves Week Day #3 - Saving for the Unexpected Feb 27, 2019

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Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast, joins me in celebrating Day #3 of America Saves Week! Bethany shares how saving for the unexpected covered her when large medical bills started to roll in.

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103: America Saves Week Day #2 - Save the easy way…automatically Feb 26, 2019

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Tuesday's theme is save the easy way... automatically. In this episode I discuss why automating your finances is crucial and two ways in which I make saving automatically seamless!

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PWF 4: The Many Paths to FI Feb 25, 2019

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Financial Independence does not look the same for everyone and can be achieved in many different ways. In this episode, I will wrap up the series and discuss a few of the many approaches to Financial Independence, some alternatives, and the path I am choosing to take.

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Bonus: Kicking Off America Saves Week 2019 Feb 24, 2019

What is America Saves Week? The Director of Strategic Engagement, Lindsay Ferguson, explains what this week is all about and walks us through each of the daily themes. You'll learn a little bit and kick off America Saves Week all in about the time it takes to make a bag of popcorn!

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Check out Lindsay's last appearance on the podcast

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Bonus: Montana Huckleberry Drizzle Popcorn Recipe Feb 20, 2019

Jillian is back in this bonus episode to share an amazing popcorn and also distract me from the crazy Florida heat!

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Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence.

Today's Guest: Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures (https://www.montanamoneyadventures.com/)

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PWF 3: The Why of FI with Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures Feb 18, 2019

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Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence.

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Bonus: Episode 100 Call-In Request Feb 16, 2019

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PWF 2: The Journey to F.I. with Julien & Kiersten from rich & REGULAR Feb 11, 2019

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Julien & Kiersten from rich & REGULAR share what drove them to pursue financial independence and the changes they have made to achieve their goal.

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Investing 101 - What is a Mutual Fund? Featuring Caleb Silver with Investopedia Feb 06, 2019

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We are jumping back in to the Investing 101 Series and taking on Mutual Funds. Caleb Silver from one of my favorite sites, Investopedia.com, is here to help you better understand Mutual Funds.

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PWF 1: The Pillars of F.I. with Brad from ChooseFI Feb 04, 2019

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A look at the foundation of the Financial Independence movement. Learn what Financial Independence is and what are the biggest areas of your financial life that you can address to start your journey towards F.I.

Today's Guest: Brad from ChooseFI (https://Choosefi.com)

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096: Pop-Up Debates! Re-Using Paper Towels, Cheap or Frugal? Jan 28, 2019

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Welcome to Pop-Up Debates! In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic. We will each have 1 minute to argue our point. The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner.

In this episode I'm joined by Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast. Our topic... is washing and re-using paper towels cheap or frugal?

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Quick Pop #11 - Cait Flanders Jan 25, 2019

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Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Cait Flanders, author of The Year of Less. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

Also take a listen to Cait on Episode 095 - The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019. I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders. We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping.

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095: Pt.2 - What I Learned by Living with Less Featuring Cait Flanders Jan 23, 2019

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The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019. I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders. We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping.

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095: Pt.1 - What I Learned by Living with Less Featuring Cait Flanders Jan 21, 2019

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The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019. I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders. We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping.

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Quick Pop #10 - The Frugal Friends Jen and Jill Jan 16, 2019

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Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jen and Jill, hosts of theFrugal Friends podcast. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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Episode 094 - I’ve never used Craigslist, not even once. And really, I have no idea what I’m doing. So I’ve asked Jen and Jill, hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast, to give me some tips on how to shop on Craigslist and most importantly, not get robbed.

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094: How Not to Die When Buying Things on Craigslist with The Frugal Friends Jan 14, 2019

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I’ve never used Craigslist, not even once. And really, I have no idea what I’m doing. So I’ve asked Jen and Jill, hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast, to give me some tips on how to shop on Craigslist and most importantly, not get robbed.

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093B: Credit Card Roulette with Ryan Inman Jan 09, 2019

Ryan Inman from FinancialResidency.com is back to tell us all about this crazy game he plays at dinner called Credit Card Roulette.

If you didn't catch Ryan last episode you missed out a great episode of Pop-Up Debates! Our topic... when you go out to eat with a group of friends, should you pay and then have your friends pay you back or should you ask the server to split the check.

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093: Pop-Up Debates - Should You Split the Bill? Jan 07, 2019

Welcome to Pop-Up Debates! In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic. We will each have 1 minute to argue our point. The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and should be crowned the winner.

In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Inman from FinancialResidency.com. Our topic... when you go out to eat with a group of friends should you pay and then have your friends pay you back or should you ask the server to split the bill up for everyone.

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092: The Good, the Bad and the Just OK Goals from 2018 Dec 31, 2018

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We've made it to the end of 2018 and it's time to take a look at how those goals we set back in January look. In this episode I'm going to break down three types of goals that I set for myself; Podcast Goals, Personal Goals, and Side Hustle Goals.

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S06: How Allison and Her Husband Paid Off $111,000 of Debt Dec 26, 2018

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Today I'll be serving up a second helping of episode 062, enjoy!

Allison from InspiredBudget.com shares how she and her husband paid off $111,000 in Debt over the course of 4.5 years. They reached this huge accomplishment while living on two teachers salaries, having two kids and paying for childcare which we all know is crazy expensive.

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091: How Big Should Your Emergency Fund Be? Dec 24, 2018

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Allison is back to help me discuss a piece written by Kristin Wong on how big your emergency fund should be.

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Pop-Up Debates! Keep, Regift, or Return w/ Allison Baggerly Dec 19, 2018

This is the debut of Pop-Up Debates! Allison Baggerly from InspiredBudget.com is here to help me kick things off. We will each have 1 minute to debate today's topic, Keep, Regift, or Return.

You get to decide who wins the debate!

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Connect with Allison at her blog InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.

Today's topic is thanks to Alexis Berger at WellandGood.com

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090: So Many Failed Goals Dec 17, 2018

I can't be the only one with a list of failed goals? Sometimes we fall short, but that shouldn't stop you from making new goals. Allison Baggerly from InspiredBudget.com joins me as we share the goals that we failed to reach in 2018 and how we are turning those failures in to new goals for 2019.

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S5: 2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 5 Dec 14, 2018

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week! Enjoy!!!

Welcome to Vol. 5 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

This is the fifth and final volume in this series. We will tackle a variety of goals from understanding your credit better to having a new baby.

So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.

Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals!

Emily

Alfred

Liz

Bernadette

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S4: 2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 4 Dec 13, 2018

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week! Enjoy!!!

Welcome to Vol. 4 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

Today we are going to be taking a look at some listener goals that are centered around their businesses. That may mean starting something new, or just trying to make some improvements to what they already have going on.

So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.

Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals!

Maelisa

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Pete

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S3: 2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 3 - Buying a Home Dec 12, 2018

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week! Enjoy!!!

Welcome to Vol. 3 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

The callers in this episode are prepping for probably the biggest purchase of their lives, buying a home.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Rex Barrett

-Nick True

-Christopher Robins

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S2: 2018 Listener Goals: Vol. 2 - Saving Dec 11, 2018

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week! Enjoy!!!

Welcome to Vol. 2 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

Today we take on savings. Whether you are saving up so that you can tell your boss you're never coming back or just to give yourself some more financial security, together we discuss our savings goals for 2018.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Helene

-Ileane

-Irene

-Jamila

-P.T.

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S1: 2018 Listener Goals: Vol. 1 - Paying Off Debt Dec 10, 2018

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week! Enjoy!!!

This episode will be the first in a series highlighting the 2018 financial goals of members of the Popcorn Finance community.

In the first episodes we take a look at the 2018 goals centered around paying off debt.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Lauren

-Reesh

-PERS

-Jessie

-Victoria

-Anthony

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Bonus Quick Pop with Roger Whitney Dec 05, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Roger Whitney aka The Retirement Answer Man. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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089: You Need to Rethink Your Retirement with Roger Whitney Dec 03, 2018

The way we should be looking at retirement is changing. Gone are the days of throwing a few dollars in an account and hoping for the best. Roger Whitney, aka the Retirement Answer Man, joins me to discuss how millennials are going to have to think differently about retirement.

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088: Fighting FOMO with Gaby Lapera from Credit Karma Nov 26, 2018

If anyone tells you that FOMO isn't real they're lying! FOMO or the Fear Of Missing Out is just a big of an issue as ever. For Baby Boomers it was called Keeping Up With the Jones or KUWJ, not nearly as catchy. But regardless of what you call it millennials are being hit with it especially hard.

Connect with Gaby on Twitter @MuchoCaffeine

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The piece referenced today written by Tim Devaney can be found at https://www.creditkarma.com/insights/i/fomo-spending-affects-one-in-four-millennials/

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087: Kitchen Table Finances + A Black Friday Giveaway!!! Nov 19, 2018

So much of our life revolves around the kitchen table. Obviously we eat there (sometimes at least), we sit around it and catch up with family and many of pull up a seat late at night to pay bills.

I only really thought about all the uses for this spot after talking with Liz Eischen from KitchenTableFinances.com, Liz named her blog after this spot in her home because of all the roles that it plays in our lives.

Today’s episode is just a piece of a big conversation that Liz and I had around a table (It wasn’t a kitchen table unfortunately). Download this week’s episode and join us at the kitchen table!

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Black Friday Kindle Giveaway!

Like my fellow retail alumni, I hate Black Friday! I remember dragging myself out of bed at 2am on Friday morning and heading to the mall for work. So because of the trauma that I and so many others have suffered, I will be doing a special giveaway to encourage you all to stay home.

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086: Pt 2 - How Your Personality Affects Your Money Nov 14, 2018

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits. I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money.

This is Part 2 in a two part series.

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086: Pt 1 - How Your Personality Affects Your Money Nov 12, 2018

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits. I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money.

This is Part 1 in a two part series.

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085: Where Should I Be Saving My Money? Nov 05, 2018

Jordan wrote in to the show wanting to know where he should be saving his money. He has no debt and is throwing some money in to a variety of investing apps. This a great question that I don't think gets asked enough. I'll also be announcing the winner of the signed copy of Retire Inspired!

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084 Bonus: Spenders Anonymous Oct 31, 2018

On this past Monday's episode you heard my live performance from the Improv in Orlando, Florida. Today you'll hear from the people who inspired that episode and some of the best and worst things they've spent money on.

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1) Leave Popcorn Finance a review on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE!

2) Take a screenshot of your review and send it to Contest[at]PopcornFinance.com.

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084: Spenders Anonymous Oct 29, 2018

If you've been a life long spender like me, then this is the episode for you! Check out the live episode of Popcorn Finance that I recorded at the Improv in Orlando, Florida as part of the Stacking Benjamins Three Town Tour.

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083: Never Have I Ever Featuring Bethany Bayless Oct 22, 2018

Have you ever left your popcorn on the floor in the movie theater or gone out a 4am on Black Friday to shop? Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast, joins me to answer these questions and more in a quick Popcorn Finance version of Never Have I Ever!

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082: Your Dream Retirement with Chris Hogan Oct 15, 2018

Best selling author and captivating speaker Chris Hogan from Ramsey Solutions joins me on today's episode. Together we discuss what his dream retirement looks like, what paying cash for your car means for your life and a debate over the status of kettle corn.

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Tell us what your dream retirement looks like and your stance on kettle corn!

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Bonus Episode: Is College Right For Everyone? PT.2 Oct 10, 2018

Jean and Parker from Creators Group are back in a bonus part 2 of our conversation!

Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool

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B2S #5: Is College Right For Everyone? Oct 08, 2018

I met Jean and Parker, from Creators Group, in Philadelphia after they filmed an amazing video with me for Popcorn Finance. We ended up hitting it off and decided to recorded our conversation about the importance of college, its role in our lives & taking an alternative path.

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B2S #4: Student Loans 101 Oct 01, 2018

Robert Farrington from TheCollegeInvestor.com is here to give us all a crash course in student loans. Robert helps out a special listener by answering his questions about subsidized student loans and interest rates.

Make sure you visit TheCollegeInvestor.com/PopcornFinance for more amazing student loan resources!

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B2S #3: Choosing a Budget Friendly Major Sep 24, 2018

Cody (FlyToFI.com) is a passionate guy who is all about achieving financial independence. One thing is certain, student loans are not going to help you achieve financial freedom. Cody shares some great examples of how your choice in college and major can determine how long you will be paying for your education.

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B2S #2: How to Find and Win Scholarships Sep 17, 2018

Pam is an expert when it comes to finding and winning scholarships. She is best known for helping her son win over $700,000 in scholarships! Pam shares her best tips to help you get the scholarships you need.

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B2S #1: Saving for College Using a 529 Plan Sep 10, 2018

Wayne is the CEO of Gift of College, a gift registry that allows friends and family to contribute towards a 529 Plan or student loan. Together we will discuss what a 529 Plan is, how to open one up and the outlook of college tuition.

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076: Tiny House Side Hustle with Cassandra & Gilbert Sep 03, 2018

This past August I flew out to Phoenix, Arizona to stay in my very first Tiny House. While there I had the opportunity to sit and talk with the owners, Cassandra and Gilbert. Together we discuss tiny house living, Airbnb and minimalism.

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075: 3 MoviePass Alternatives with Joe Saul-Sehy Aug 29, 2018

If you're a movie lover like myself and today's guest, Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins, then you will love this episode. Joe and I discuss three MoviePass Alternatives for those of you who have felt a little less than pleased with the service's latest changes.

If you're near the Orlando, Florida area on September 25th, come join me at the Orlando Improv where I'll be helping Joe and the Stacking Benjamins crew kick off their Three-Town Tour! Tickets are available now and are only $10!

Visit stackingbenjamins.com/tour or click the image below to buy your ticket!

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074: A Tiny Home and Travel Hacking Weekend Aug 27, 2018

Today's episode is coming to you live from the backseat of my car in a grocery store parking lot. Thanks to a flight delay, I'm going mobile to talk to you all about my adventures this weekend staying in a desert tiny home and travel hacking my way around the west coast.

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Bonus Quick Pop with Amanda from Debt Free in Sunny CA Aug 22, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Amanda from Debt Free in Sunny CA. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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073: How Amanda Paid Off $133,763 in Debt Aug 20, 2018

Amanda from DebtFreeInSunnyCA.com joins me to discuss paying off a huge amount of debt. Amanda and her husband Josh became debt free on July 5th, 2018 after paying off $133,763! In today's episode Amanda shares some big sacrifices she made to pay off her debt and answers a couple listener questions.

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072: Find the Right Mortgage & Buy Your First Home with Mindy Jensen Aug 13, 2018

Mindy Jensen from BiggerPockets.com joins me for a fresh bag of popcorn and to help a listener out. Holly wrote in wanting to understand the basics of getting a mortgage and what she and her boyfriend should expect financially when buying their first home.

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Bonus Quick Pop with "PT" Phillip Taylor Aug 08, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Phillip Taylor from PTMoney.com and FinConExpo.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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071: Retirement Planning Tips for Entrepreneurs with Philip Taylor Aug 06, 2018

Philip Taylor is here to help me answer a listener's question. Fifi called in wanting to know how entrepreneurs can best plan for retirement.

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Bonus Quick Pop with Pete McPherson Aug 01, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Pete McPherson from DoYouEvenBlog.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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070: 3 Tips to Help You Start Earning Freelance Income with Pete McPherson Jul 30, 2018

Pete McPherson from Do You Even Blog joins me to share his 3 Tips to Help You Start Earning Freelance Income.

Pete is amazing at starting new blogs so if you need some help make sure you check out his complete guide on how to start a blog!

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069: Stop Overpaying Your Taxes Jul 23, 2018

Calls from "PERS" and Christopher Robins (Yes that's his real name) got today's conversation started. They both gave great examples of why a small tax refund is a good thing and why you should stop overpaying your taxes.

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068: How to Recover from a Financial Fail Jul 16, 2018

A listener called in wanting to know how to recover when you've had a rough month financially.

Plus a message from Anthony reminded me of Episode 025 all about how to get free Amazon Kindle Ebooks. Visit PopcornFinance.com/25 to learn more.

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2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 5 Jul 09, 2018

Welcome to Vol. 5 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

This is the fifth and final volume in this series. We will tackle a variety of goals from understanding your credit better to having a new baby.

So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.

Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals!

Emily

Alfred

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Bonus Quick Pop with Tela Holcomb Jul 04, 2018

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066: Investing 101 - A Beginner's Guide to Buying Stocks with Tela Holcomb Jul 02, 2018

The Investing 101 Series is BACK!! I received a call from Shannon wanting to know how to go about buying her first shares of stock. I know how intimidating the idea of investing can be so I asked Tela Holcomb, a stocks and options trader, to stop by, enjoy some popcorn and give her tips for how a beginner can purchase their first few shares of stock.

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065: Never Read the Comments Jun 25, 2018

Internet Rule #1: Never read the comments, especially when you know they are going to be about you.

Well sadly I broke this rule, but it did lead to today's episode and a look at my next financial goal for 2018.

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Bonus Quick Pop with Alan from Dream Big Live Tiny Jun 20, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Alan from DreamBigLiveTinyCo.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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064: Dream Big, Live Tiny - The Financial Benefits of Tiny Home Living Jun 18, 2018

Have you ever heard of a Tiny Home? Have you ever considered living in a Tiny Home as a way to reach financial independence? Alan from DreamBigLiveTinyCo.com joins me to discuss the financial benefits of Tiny Home living.

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063: How to Choose the Best Travel Credit Card with Lee from Bald Thoughts Jun 11, 2018

Our favorite travel guy, Lee from BaldThoughts.com, returns to help us find the best travel credit card. Learn where to start, when an annual fee is worth it and Lee's thoughts on cash back versus points credit cards.

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Bonus Quick Pop with Allison from InspiredBudget.com Jun 06, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Allison from InspiredBudget.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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062: How Allison and Her Husband Paid Off $111,000 of Debt Jun 04, 2018

Allison from InspiredBudget.com shares how she and her husband paid off $111,000 in Debt over the course of 4.5 years. They reached this huge accomplishment while living on two teachers salaries, having two kids and paying for childcare which we all know is crazy expensive.

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2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 4 May 28, 2018

Welcome to Vol. 4 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

Today we are going to be taking a look at some listener goals that are centered around their businesses. That may mean starting something new, or just trying to make some improvements to what they already have going on.

So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.

Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals!

Maelissa

Juliann

Griff

Lucky

Pete

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060: Checking in on Our 2018 Goals May 21, 2018

A Twitter conversation with Ambus sparked today's episode. It's time to check in on those 2018 financial goals we all set back on January 1st. Whether good or bad, it's always a good idea to see what progress you have made.

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059: The Side Hustle Multiplier May 14, 2018

Today we are wrapping up the Popcorn Finance Side Hustle Series with the help of a call from listener Curt. Curt shares a couple of the side hustles he is currently working on along with a few additional tips.

Special thanks to Michael for sending in that great message that you heard at the beginning of the episode!

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Bonus Quick Pop with Jason from TheWealthHound.com May 10, 2018

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jason From TheWealthHound.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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058: Dead Fish Cleanup Hustle with Jason from TheWealthHound.com May 07, 2018

Jason shares a side hustle story that would send most people with a strong sense of smell running the other way. Two teenagers, a pick up truck and a beach full of dead fish made for a lucrative new side hustle.

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057: Side Hustles Take Real Hustle with Bobbi Rebell Apr 30, 2018

When it comes to the Side Hustle, we often forget that the "Hustle" is the key to your success. Author and award winning TV anchor Bobbi Rebell shares how her desire for a better work life balance pushed her to work hard on her side hustle all while working full time.

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Bonus Quick Pop with Jamila From Journey to Launch Apr 28, 2018

Trying something new! Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jamila From Journey to Launch. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session.

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Bonus: Our Student's Financial Health Matters Apr 25, 2018

April 25th, 2018 is Financial Health Matters Day, a.k.a. #FinHealthMatters Day. This day was created by CFSI to bring attention to America’s financial health. This year the focus is specifically on the financial health of our students.

There are so many financial issues plaguing future, current & past students

-Rising tuition costs-

-More than $1.3 Trillion in student loan debt-

-Lack of financial education in our school system-

Because this situation is affects student's financial health in so many ways, this issue cannot be fixed by addressing just one area. We need to look at the financial situation of our students as a whole.

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056: The Other Side of the Side Hustle with Jamila Souffrant Apr 23, 2018

Every side hustle you try isn't guaranteed to work out or fit your lifestyle. But that doesn't mean you can't learn something from the experience. Jamila Souffrant, from JourneytoLaunch.com and host of the Journey to Launch podcast, joins me to share her story of a side hustle that didn't go as planned.

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055: Taking Your Side Hustle Full Time with Maggie Germano Apr 16, 2018

Maggie Germano turned her passion for empowering women in to a side hustle & eventually her full time job. In this episode Maggie shares how despite not being a risk taker, her lack of fulfillment in her day job led her to step outside of her comfort zone & try something new. This a great example of how a side hustle can help you find your true passion.

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054: Tax Tips for the Side Hustler with the Bookkeeping Artist Apr 09, 2018

Starting a side hustle is a great way to bring in some extra income, but it is not tax free. Katherine Pomerantz from BookKeepingArtist.com popped by to share some great tips to help you get your side hustle tax situation in order.

The Bookkeeping Artists Side Hustle Tax Tips

1. Don't Stress

2. Get an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS so that you don't have to give out your Social Security Number

3. Open a separate bank account just for your side hustle income and expenses

4. Track your hours worked. This may help you deduct portions of your household expenses such as internet and phone service

5. Make sure you have the correct licenses and permits for your side hustle

If you need additional help Katherine is available for private Strategy Sessions at BookKeepingArtist.com

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053: Last Minute Tax Tips with Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves Apr 04, 2018

Have you filed your taxes yet? The April 17th tax filing deadline is quickly approaching and just because you think you shouldn't file isn't a good excuse to let this day pass you by.

Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves "popped" by to share some last minute tax tips and a few reasons why you should file a tax return even if you think you aren't entitled to a refund.

Visit SaveYourRefund.com and AmericaSaves.org for more amazing resources to help you increase your savings.

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Additional Resources

For more information on the VITA program and other free tax preparation resources, listen to Episode 041 with resident tax expert and friend of the show Megan Brinsfield. Megan is the Director of Financial Planning for Motley Fool Wealth Management and self proclaimed Tax Nerd!

This past March I partnered with America Saves for America Saves Week. Each day during this week I put out a special episode centered around helping you save more and more effectively.

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052: Side Hustling with the Financial Panther Apr 02, 2018

Kevin, creator of FinancialPanther.com, is a lawyer by day, expert side hustler by night. We sit and discuss his passion for taking on side hustles such as Wag!, Postmates and Airbnb, all while still working his full time job.

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051: Following Investors You Trust with KINFO Mar 28, 2018

Have you ever looked at your investment account and wanted to know how your choices compare to other investors that you respect and trust? Karl joined me at a table in the middle of the FinCon conference floor to discuss his app KINFO which helps you do just that.

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050: Celebrating 50 Freshly Popped Episodes! Mar 26, 2018

We made it to Episode 50!!!

Who would have thought 9 months ago that we would be here? Thank you so much for sticking with me and listening. In today's episode I reflect back on how I started Popcorn Finance, recording with two other guys in a hot sound booth and the future of Popcorn Finance.

To help me make the next 50 episodes the best they can be I've made a really short survey to find out what you would like to see in the future from Popcorn Finance. The survey is super short and will only take a minute to complete, but it will have a huge impact on what you see down the road.

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049: 5 Simple Steps to Help You Start Travel Hacking with Lee from Bald Thoughts - Part 2 Mar 19, 2018

Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.

You may be wondering, what is travel hacking? Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it.

I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started.

BaldThoughts.com/popcorn

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048: 5 Simple Steps to Help You Start Travel Hacking with Lee from Bald Thoughts - Part 1 Mar 12, 2018

Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.

You may be wondering, what is travel hacking? Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it.

I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started.

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047: How Expert Advice Can Harm Your Money with Jen Hemphill Mar 07, 2018

It can be very helpful to seek out the advice of an expert, especially when it comes to your money. But sometimes a one size fits all solution isn't what's best for you and your financial situation. Jen Hemphill from Her Money Matters joins me to discuss understanding your personal money needs.

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America Saves Week - Day 6 - Save as a Family Mar 03, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves.

Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal!

Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!

Check out PopcornFinance.com/SaveYourRefund to enter the special giveaway put on by Save Your Refund where you could win up to $10,000 just for saving a portion of your tax refund.

Also Listen to my conversation with Bill Dwight from FamZoo.com in episode 043 as he explains the Family 401k in 5 Easy Steps PopcornFinance.com/43

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America Saves Week - Day 5 - Save the Extra Mar 02, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

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America Saves Week - Day 4 - Save to Retire Mar 01, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

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America Saves Week - Day 3 - Saving for a Rainy Day Mar 01, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

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America Saves Week - Day 2 - Automate Your Savings Feb 27, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

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Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal!

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America Saves Week - Day 1 - Save with a Plan Feb 26, 2018

It's America Saves Week!

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Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal!

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2018 Listener Goals - Vol. 3 - Buying a Home Feb 26, 2018

Welcome to Vol. 3 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

The callers in this episode are prepping for probably the biggest purchase of their lives, buying a home.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Rex Barrett

-Nick True

-Christopher Robins

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045: Add Some Spunk to Your No Spend Challenge with Jen Smith Feb 19, 2018

One of my goals for 2018 is to read 12 new books. I started the year off with The No-Spend Challenge Guide by Jen Smith. I enjoyed the book so much that I reached out to the author to see if she would come on the podcast, and she agreed! So in this episode I sit with Jen from SavingWithSpunk.com to discuss her book and doing a No Spend Challenge.

Check out Jen's newest book Meal Planning on a Budget!

And her first book The No-Spend Challenge Guide!

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044: Start Your Valentine's Day with a Couple Money Talk ft. Elle Martinez Feb 14, 2018

Valentine's Day is a time for romance, right? Well there is nothing romantic about an awkward money conversation with your significant other. Elle Martinez from CoupleMoney.com is here to help you break the ice in order to confidently & comfortable discuss your finances together.

Check out Elle's book Jump Start Your Marriage & Your Money using the link below

PopcornFinance.com/CoupleMoney

Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/44

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043: The Family 401K with Bill Dwight Feb 12, 2018

Bill Dwight from FamZoo.com sat with me to discuss how he's using a traditional retirement account in an unconventional way to help his kids save for retirement.

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042: Life Outside of the Banking System with Chris Hutchins & Rob Erich Feb 05, 2018

Chris Hutchins from Grove and Rob Erich from MoneyNomad.com sat with me at the hood of a VW Bug to discuss their experience going through the FinX program hosted by CFSI. The FinX program gives participants the opportunity to go out in to the world and experience life from the perspective of someone left outside of the banking system.

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041: Free Tax Preparation with Megan Brinsfield Jan 29, 2018

The Popcorn Finance resident tax expert and friend of the show Megan Brinsfield, Director of Financial Planning at Motley Fool Wealth Management, returns just in time for tax season. If you or someone you know is in need of Free Tax Preparation then make sure you listen to this episode.

Megan goes over some amazing programs that are really helping communities in need prepare their taxes correctly and for FREE!

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040: Popping 7 Figures with Helene from Free To Pursue Jan 22, 2018

Helene from FreetoPursue.com sat with me for a few minutes at FinCon to discuss financial independence, her journey, her setbacks and a huge milestone in her financial life.

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2018 Listener Goals: Vol. 2 - Saving Jan 18, 2018

Welcome to Vol. 2 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series!

Today we take on savings. Whether you are saving up so that you can tell your boss you're never coming back or just to give yourself some more financial security, together we discuss our savings goals for 2018.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Helene

-Ileane

-Irene

-Jamila

-P.T.

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Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/39

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038: Our $27,000 Debt Story - Pt. 3 Jan 15, 2018

Today we finish the third and final chapter of our $27,000 Debt Story. We discuss what changes we made to help pay down our debt faster, some financial regrets, and some advice we would give our younger selves.

Hear Our Full Story

Part 1

Part 2

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Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/38

In Adrian's call he mentioned a previous guest, Erin Lowry. Click Here to hear some great techniques to improve how you save and why you need more balance in your financial life.

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037: Figuring Out Your Income & Expenses with Marcus Garrett Jan 08, 2018

Here is another fun interview from FinCon 2017. I'm joined by Marcus Garrett, one half of the Paychecks & Balances team. Together we tackle a call from "Pers" on understanding fixed expenses and disposable income.

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2018 Listener Goals: Vol. 1 - Paying Off Debt Jan 01, 2018

I asked you for your 2018 financial goals and you came through!

This episode will be the first in a series highlighting the 2018 financial goals of members of the Popcorn Finance community.

In the first episodes we take a look at the 2018 goals centered around paying off debt.

Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode

-Lauren

-Reesh

-PERS

-Jessie

-Victoria

-Anthony

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035: Living Tax Free While Traveling the World ft. Megan Brinsfield Dec 25, 2017

Listener Mack Hackett was the Most Engaged Listener on the Popcorn Finance Anchor Station for four days in a row. For this amazing feat I promised Mack an episode based around the topic of his choice.

Of course Mack hit me with a topic that I knew nothing about, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. So I brought is Megan Brinsfield, Director of Financial Planning at Motley Fool Wealth Management, to help break down what the FEIE is all about.

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Send Me Your 2018 Financial Goals Dec 23, 2017

Hey everyone!

I’m working on a special podcast for the new year. In it I want to feature listeners and one financial goal you have for 2018.

Visit PopcornFinance.com/2018goal for details on how to be a part of this special episode.

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034: Our $27,000 Debt Story Pt. 2 Dec 18, 2017

This week we pick up where we left off a couple of weeks ago on episode 032. In part 2 of my conversation with "K" we discuss some of the things that got us into over $27,000 in debt and what were those purchases that we really enjoyed.

Make sure you check out Part 1 first.

See Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/34

Click here to view one of my earlier blog posts on how debt affected our lives

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033: Broke Millennial - Erin Lowry Dec 11, 2017

This week Erin Lowry joins me for a bag of popcorn. Erin is the founder of BrokeMillennial.com and the author of the book Broke Millennial. We discuss some techniques to improve how you save and why you need more balance in your financial life.

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032: Our $27,000 Debt Story Pt. 1 Dec 04, 2017

Last week on episode 031, I sat down with Liz Weston of NerdWallet.com & AskLizWeston.com to discuss sharing your debt story. So this week I thought that it would only be appropriate for me to share my personal debt story. But this was not mine journey alone. So that is why my wife "K" agreed to join me on today's episode. Listen to part 1 of our conversation as we discuss how we got in to over $27,000 in debt.

Click here to view one of my earlier blog posts on how debt affected our lives.

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031: Sharing Your Debt Story with Liz Weston Nov 27, 2017

I had the privilege to sit down with the one and only Liz Weston of NerdWallet.com and AskLizWeston.com. I first met Liz when she interviewed me and my wife for an article she was writing on the vicious debt cycle in which many people find themselves. So when I found out that she would also be at FinCon I knew I had to find a way to have her on the podcast.

In this episode we discuss:

-How taboo the topic of debt and money have become

-More people than you may think are dealing with debt

-Watching what others spend

-Much More!

Find Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/31

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AskLizWeston.com

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Bonus Episode: BLACK FRIDAY GIVEAWAY! Nov 22, 2017

Visit PopcornFinance.com/BlackFriday for the show notes & how to enter. No purchase necessary.

I hate Black Friday. I hate it because I used to work in retail when I was in college. I would have to wake up between 2 and 3 am the next morning after enjoying my thanksgiving dinner to go to work. I would be there for at least 12 hours. It would be a very, very long day.

So, because of the trauma that I suffered on this day I will be doing a special giveaway. I will be giving away a 1 (one) month subscription to Netflix to incentivize people to stay home. You can just stay at home all day on black Friday and watch all the stuff that is on there.

This giveaway will run from 11/21/17 through 11/23/17 at 12pm pst. There will be two ways for you to enter in to this giveaway.

-First if you are not already subscribed to the Popcorn Finance Podcast, subscribe via your podcast player of choice. Send a screenshot showing that you subscribed to contest@popcornfinance.com.

-If you are already a subscriber, leave a review for the Popcorn Finance Podcast in the Apple podcast app or wherever you listen. Send a screenshot of your review to contest@popcornfinance.com.

-For either submission please put Black Friday Giveaway or Netflix Giveaway in the subject line.

I will do a random drawing of all submissions and notify the winner by 11pm pst on 11/23/17.

This giveaway is completely free. No purchase necessary. Just subscribe to the free Popcorn Finance Podcast or leave a review for the Popcorn Finance Podcast.

However, you must promise that if you win this you will not go out shopping on Black Friday. That is part of the deal (No, not really). But it would be great if you didn’t harass those people that are just trying to do their job.

030: Mapping Out Your Money with Nick True Nov 20, 2017

Nick True joins me on the latest episode on the Popcorn Finance Podcast. Nick is the Social Media Manager for FinCon and the founder of MappedOutMoney.com. I met Nick at FinCon (a conference for financial professionals, bloggers, & podcasters) while he was giving the new attendee orientation.

In this episode Nick discusses how he started working for FinCon and how he & his wife handle their finances while living a non-traditional lifestyle traveling across the US.

This episode will be especially helpful for this of you trying to figure out how to budget with an income the fluctuates.

Find show notes at PopcornFinance.com/030

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029: Paying Off Over $100K of Debt with The Thrifty Couple Nov 13, 2017

Alex & Cassie from TheThriftyCouple.com join me on today's episode live from FinCon in Dallas, TX. They share their amazing journey of accumulating and then paying off over $100,000 in debt. Also in the process of tackling this debt Alex and Cassy developed a debt repayment technique that would eventually turn into their book The 2% Rule To Get Debt Free.

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028: HELP! I'm Young with No Credit Nov 06, 2017

Marvin called in wanting to know what a young person just starting out should do to establish credit. Marvin is already ahead of the game & recently obtained a secured credit card. We explore secured credit cards & how paying your rent can also help you establish credit.

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027: When The Money's Good Oct 30, 2017

This is the first of many great interviews that I recorded while at FinCon. I am joined today by Tyler from WhenTheMoneysGood.com.

Tyler is a Virginia native with an MBA focused in Finance and Accounting. In today's episode she shares what it's like being young & living in one of the more expensive cities in the U.S. just out of college.

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