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1529: Investing in Climate Solutions with Molly Wood, Founder and Chief Storyteller at Molly Wood Media Jun 21, 2023

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Today we're discussing the climate economy, and how capitalism can be a tool for driving solutions for a greener planet. Guest Molly Wood, longtime business and technology journalist turned venture capitalist. She shares her insights into the many moving parts and hurdles behind bringing climate solutions to the forefront, innovations she's excited to see and why she's ultimately optimistic about the direction of climate action.

More about Molly: She is Founder and Chief Storyteller at Molly Wood Media, an advisory firm for the climate economy. She is also the host of Everybody in the Pool podcast and newsletter.

Check out Molly's podcast today to hear me offer insights into the cost of climate change and ERG investing.

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1528: Breaking Free from the Guilt & Shame of Building Wealth Jun 19, 2023

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Today is Juneteenth, a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It’s an important day that reminds us to reflect on the ongoing work that’s still needed to create true equity. Today: our conversation focuses on financial equity and the role mental health plays in supporting our journey to financial independence. And if you’re a person of color, you may have a unique set of generational trauma that continues to make life complex and your dealings with money challenging.

Guests are: Yemi Rise, founder of OfColor, a black-owned financial wellness platform and Aja Evans, a licensed therapist who helps clients relieve money anxiety to achieve financial wellness.

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1527: Ask Farnoosh: Student Loan Payments Are Resuming. Help! Jun 16, 2023

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This week, we're joined by Georgia Lee Hussey, co-founder of Modernist Financial, to help answer audience questions about student loan repayments (should I pay them down fast or not?), the most tax-efficient ways to invest for retirement and what to do when a male co-worker earns more than you (but is more junior and has fewer qualifications?)

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1526: The Truth About Post-Pandemic Motherhood with Sara Dean, Host of The Shameless Mom Academy podcast Jun 14, 2023

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From silent burnout to imposter syndrome, mothers impacted by the caregiving overload of Covid-19 and now are stepping into a post-pandemic world with a host of challenges. Guest Sara Dean is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top-rated podcast with nearly 2 million downloads. She is also an entrepreneur to her core – having built and grown multiple businesses to multiple six figures. She is also among a small percentage of women who have sold a business in the US. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space.

Listen to Sara's first time on So Money.

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1525: Living Your Best Life When You're the F-ing Worst with Laura Belgray, Author of Tough Titties Jun 12, 2023

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Farnoosh sits down with good friend Laura Belgray, author of the new book Tough Titties, amemoir about a misfit (Laura) coming of age in 80s/90s New York City, screwing up at life, and finally finding success with her first million-dollar year at age 50. Or, as her own husband calls it, “loser Sex and the City.” Pre-order Laura's book (last day!) to receive her bonuses. And listen to the end of the show to hear how to win a free copy of Tough Titties.

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1524: Ask Farnoosh: I Have Trouble Finding a Good Job After Many Months! Help! Jun 09, 2023

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This week, an unemployed listeners ask about the risks that come with "too much" time passing while attempting to find work. Also: Farnoosh's top investing book picks and the 411 on stock splits.

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1523: Running a Sustainable and Profit-Friendly Business with Melissa Houston Jun 07, 2023

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More businesses were started in the pandemic than ever on record…and if you were on of those entrepreneurs who built a product or service based business out of necessity or a passion and want to learn how to keep it going strong, our guest Melissa Houston has advice on creating profit-friendly business, paying yourself first and outsourcing financial help to the right people.

More about Melissa: She is the author Cash Confident, An Entrepreneur's Guide to Creating a Profitable Business, and the founder of She Means Profit. Melissa is a CPA and Finance Strategist who helps business owners and high income earners build their wealth. A regular contributor at Forbes and other publications, Melissa is passionate about teaching others about money management.

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1522: Assimilating in America, Internet Trolls and "Bad" Money Advice with Firoozeh Dumas, NYT Bestselling Author of Funny in Farsi Jun 05, 2023

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Guest Firoozeh Dumas is the author of the New York Times bestseller Funny in Farsi, now celebrating its 20th anniversary. I first discovered Firoozeh and her book in my early twenties. Funny in Farsi gave me permission to be unapologetically Irooni . In today's episode, we'll explore the joys and challenges of embracing a multicultural identity, the transformative power of storytelling, and the profound impact of humor in bridging cultural divides. Plus, the worst financial advice Firoozeh received as a kid. Follow Firoozeh on Instagram.

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1521: Ask Farnoosh: Cash-Out Refis, Investing in Your 50s and Getting Out of Debt Fast Jun 02, 2023

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Audience questions this week: What's more financially beneficial: a cash-out refinance or a home equity loan? How to ramp up investing for retirement in your 50s? And what are some ways to eliminate credit card debt sooner than later?

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1520: Lifestyle Mistakes That Keep You From Growing Your Money May 31, 2023

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Guest Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, mental strength trainer and the host of Mentally Stronger. She joins to share her 5 lifestyle mistakes that keep you from growing mentally stronger -- and financially better off.

More about Amy: She is an international bestselling author. Her books, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, have been translated into more than 40 languages and sold more than 1 million copies. The Guardian dubbed her “the self-help guru of the moment.” Forbes calls her a “thought leadership star” and People says her book is one of the top 20 must read books of all time.

She lives on a sailboat in the Florida Keys.

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