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Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Jack Howard to talk about money in a real and simple way. We share our first money memories, why feelings shape how we spend, and how to make a plan that fits your life. Jack explains Money Roots from Ally and how it can turn worry into calm. We talk about values based budgeting, easy money dates you can do with a partner, and why more people use prenups to protect love and goals. You will learn small steps you can try today like naming what you value, setting one weekly check in, and choosing one habit to practice. About our guest: Jack Howard serves as a leading voice in financial health and wellness, with a focus on money psychology and behavioral financial education. As a passionate advocate for financial social inclusion, Jack is committed to be a change-maker by creating programs that help prepare Brown and Black communities with tools for wealth creation that recognize the significant historical wealth disparities faced by those communities. Ally Bank Ally Money Roots Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Jeremy Cordon to talk about simple money ideas you can use today. We chat about why prices keep going up, what gold has meant in the past, and how Goldbacks work like small, spendable pieces of gold. I ask the questions you would ask, and Jeremy gives clear answers in plain words. You will learn easy steps to start saving, spending, and gifting in a smarter way. If you want your money to hold its value, this show is for you. About our guest: Jeremy Cordon, Founder & CEO of Goldback Inc., is passionate about precious metals and sound money. During an internship at the Libertas Institute, he connected with Larry Hilton, which led to a role at the United Precious Metals Association (UPMA). There, he helped grow membership from 400 to 25,000. Jeremy later focused his efforts on creating Goldbacks—a physical gold currency designed to preserve wealth and strengthen local economies. Under his leadership, Goldbacks have expanded to multiple state series, empowering individuals and communities with a practical tool for financial stability. Learn more about Goldback here Get a free Goldback Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode I talk with Mike Dwyer about simple steps to find work and grow your career right now. We share an easy plan you can do in five hours or five days or five weeks to build momentum and take more shots on goal. We show how to make a small personal board of three or four people who will give you honest feedback and help you try new things. We also talk about durable skills like telling a clear story and using basic tools, plus ways to explore paid paths like Salesforce training and platforms such as LinkedIn and Upwork. About our guest: After a long career in private and public sectors, consulting stints with Ernst & Young and Deloitte Consulting and a Master's Degree in Management from Salve Regina university, Michael Dwyer and a select group of advisors developed Emplana, the career pathway. Emplana Career, based at Cambridge Innovation Center, 50 Milk Street, Boston, primarily helps seniors discover their next chapter and white-collar professionals, especially in tech, financial services and accounting, law, risk, professional services. Emplana Career Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Gino Barbaro, an investor and certified money coach, to talk about money, family, and simple steps to take control of your future. We dig into money stories from childhood, how they shape our habits, and how to heal them so we can find peace with our spouse and teach our kids with confidence. We break down how banks make money and what it means to become the boss of your money with values based choices, cash flow, and real estate you can understand. By the end, you’ll have small, clear moves you can start today to build wealth and feel good about money at home. About our guest: Gino Barbaro is an investor, Certified Money Coach®, entrepreneur & podcast host. As an entrepreneur, he has grown his real estate portfolio to over 1,800 multifamily units & $450,000,000 in Assets under management. His mission, through Barbaro 360, is to empower families to build lasting legacies by focusing on restoring traditional values in family life, finance, and helping families create a healthier relationship with money. Gino is the best-selling author of Happy Money Happy Family Happy Legacy. He resides with his beautiful wife Julia and their six children in St. Augustine, Florida. Barbaro 360 Happy Money Happy Family Happy Legacy: How to Use Money as a Tool to Create Happiness in Your Family’s Life Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I talk with Tim Smith, a Certified Financial Planner, about how to make money simple for families. We share easy ways to teach kids about saving, spending, and giving. We also talk about the real cost of college and how to plan before loans pile up. Tim explains why small habits like using cash envelopes, checking your bank app, and setting clear goals can help you feel calm and in control. We cover how to start money talks at home, even if you feel nervous, and how to make a plan you can actually follow. About our guest: Timothy L. Smith, CFP® is the Founder and CEO of Aurora Private Wealth, Inc., a financial services firm specializing in wealth management for high-net-worth clients. He co-hosts The Financial Dad podcast with his daughters, focusing on financial literacy for entrepreneurs, creatives, and families. Timothy is an advocate on investment advisor fraud and is finalizing a book offering guidance on protecting investments. He has experience in public speaking and theater, including performing for three U.S. presidents. The Financial Dad The Financial Dad @ Youtube The Financial Dad @ Facebook The Financial Dad @ Instagram Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Paul Compeau, a friendly CFP who helps families pay less for college. We talk about simple steps you can take right now, like filling out FAFSA the right way, building a smart college list, and knowing the real price before you say yes. Paul shares easy tips to find money you don’t have to pay back, how to ask schools for a better offer, and what to do if you didn’t save enough. We also cover common mistakes to avoid so you don’t hurt your retirement. About our guest: Paul Compeau is passionate about helping families figure out how to pay for college and help students develop and continue down the right path for them. He helps parents and students confidently navigate college costs while building long-term wealth. Known for his practical, values-based approach, Paul combines deep planning expertise with relatable, real-world college advice—delivered virtually across the country. Paul is a Certified Financial PlannerTM and founder of BridgeWise College Planning, serving families since 2008. Join "How to Plan for College Without Losing Your Financial Future" here, September 30 @ 8pm ET / 5pm PT: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/how-to-plan-for-college BridgeWise Financial Partner https://www.bridgewisefinancialpartners.com/ The Dom Sub Living BDSM and Kink Podcast Curious about Dominance & submission? Real stories, real fun, really kinky. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Dom Sub Living BDSM and Kink Podcast Curious about Dominance & submission? Real stories, real fun, really kinky. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Jason Brown to talk about money, mistakes, and second chances. Jason shares how he once lost a lot of money in the stock market, then learned simple rules to trade smarter and win back his confidence. We talk about living below your means, making a short “sacrifice season,” and building habits that help your family for the long run. Jason explains options in plain language, why taking small profits adds up, and how to keep your cool when prices jump around. You’ll hear real stories about paying off a house, starting with little, and turning lessons into a plan anyone can follow. About our guest: Jason Brown is a stock market expert, power options trader, entrepreneur, and author who teaches the world how to confidently own their financial situations and feel empowered while doing so. Jason’s upcoming book, 5 Year Millionaire, is inspired by the pathway that led him to making his first million in just five years. Brown grew up in Detroit, Michigan and garnered motivation from his upbringing as a child who slept in a sleeping bag on the floor in his family’s home with bars on the windows, and who boldly navigated around drugs and gangs in his neighborhood, to acquire the lifestyle he always dreamed of. The term “power trading” has emerged from his journey in addition to the understanding that truly anyone can use the stock market to trade their way into their ideal lifestyle. Jason says, “it’s all about finding the right trades, applying the right option strategy, mixed with giving the stock enough time to do what you believe it’s going to do”. Today, Jason is completely debt free, has paid off his home, and is married with two children. The Brown Report and Power Trades University are two platforms he utilizes to help his clients retrain and rewire their thought processes for comebacks no matter the financial situation that they are currently in. In Jason’s upcoming book, he highlights the mathematical fact that the average person can become a millionaire within 5 years from the stock market. Jason has been featured on Smart Passive Income podcast, The Mind Your Business podcast, His and Her Money with Talaat and Tai, and the Passive 25k podcast. Learn More About Jason Brown Here Five-Year Millionaire: A Roadmap for Investing in the Stock Market, Wealth Accumulation, and Financial Independence by Jason Brown Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode I sit down with John Dinsmore, a marketing professor and author of The Marketing of Debt, to talk about why money choices can be so tricky. We share how even people who study finance still make mistakes, and how companies use smart tricks to get us to spend more than we should. We break down how credit cards, loans, and status symbols are sold to us, and what steps we can take to fight back and make better money moves. About our guest: John Dinsmore is a Professor of Marketing at Wright State University and the author of The Marketing of Debt: How They Get You. His research focuses on financial decision-making, payment methods, and mobile applications, and has been published in top journals including Psychology & Marketing and the Journal of Business Research. He is a frequent contributor to outlets such as Forbes, CIO, CBS Marketwatch, and U.S. News & World Report, and has spoken at major conferences like the American Marketing Association and the Association for Consumer Research. At Wright State, Dinsmore teaches courses in digital marketing, strategy, and creativity, earning multiple teaching awards. His business cases, published through Harvard, are taught in MBA programs worldwide, and he has provided executive training to organizations including the U.S. Air Force and Speedway Corporation. With 14 years of industry experience before academia, he brings a practical and research-driven lens to understanding how people make money decisions. He lives in Dayton, Ohio with his wife, two sons, and their bulldog, Creed. John Dinsmore's Website John's new book, The Marketing of Debt: How They Get You Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Abbe F. Large to talk about caring for aging parents while raising our own kids. We keep it real and simple. We cover the three phases of money and the three buckets to save and spend from. We talk about long term care, life and disability insurance, and how to build steady income in retirement. You will learn when a reverse mortgage or HELOC might help, and when it won’t. We share easy scripts to start money talks with your parents, plus steps for a care plan, powers of attorney, wills, and trusts. My goal is to help you protect your paycheck, your peace, and the people you love. About our guest: Abbe F. Large, CLU®, CLTC, is a Managing Director at Lenox Advisors with three decades of experience dedicating herself to her clients' best interests. Abbe's personal experience with her father's pancreatic cancer journey ingrained how important the products and services she provides to her clients truly work. Specializing in financial, estate, and retirement services, she also assists corporate clients with strategic employee benefits. She was named on Forbes Top Financial Security Professionals in both 2023 and 2022. A devoted family woman and active community member, she enjoys paddleboarding, skiing, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Email Abbe Here: alarge@lenoxadvisors.com More About Abbe F. Large Abbe F. Large in Linkedin Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Barry Levine, a bankruptcy lawyer with more than 40 years of experience, to talk about what really happens when people file for bankruptcy. We break down the fear and confusion around money problems and explain how bankruptcy can be a tool to get a fresh start. I also share my own story of going through bankruptcy in my 20s and what I learned from it. Barry gives simple, honest advice on what to expect, how the process works, and why it’s not the end of the world. About our guest: Barry Levine is a Massachusetts-based bankruptcy attorney with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and small business owners through financial crisis. Known for his calm, practical approach, he guides clients who feel scared, overwhelmed, and out of options to understand the system, explore their choices, and find a clear path forward. Barry believes fear, not just debt, is what keeps people stuck. His role is to bring order to the chaos by applying decades of legal expertise to restore stability and control. With a career that began in a hands-on Boston office during law school, he has built a practice that is detail-oriented, outcome-focused, and always grounded in compassion. The Law Office of Barry R. Levine Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode I talk with Doug Lynam, who shares his amazing journey from being a monk to becoming a money expert. Doug opens up about how he went from giving up everything to learning the true value of money and how it can be used to help others. We chat about the struggles he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he now teaches people to live with purpose while also being smart with their finances. About our guest: Doug Lynam, a former Marine and Benedictine monk, is now a finance expert blending ethics with wealth. A bestselling author and speaker, he helps people align money with purpose. https://www.douglynam.com/ A Case Study In Corporate Fear "A Case Study in Corporate Fear" deconstructs how fear transforms successful... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify A Case Study In Corporate Fear "A Case Study in Corporate Fear" deconstructs how fear transforms successful... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I talk with Maya Elious about how to reinvent your life and career so you can grow into the person you’re meant to be. Maya shares how she went from making MySpace pages to building a business that helps experts create clear messages and strong brands. We discuss why it’s important to keep things simple, let go of what no longer works, and have the courage to step out of your comfort zone. About our guest: Maya Elious is an award-winning business coach and personal brand strategist who helps entrepreneurs clarify their message and reinvent their brand with alignment, clarity, and authenticity. For over 15 years, she’s guided thought leaders through powerful pivots, profitable positioning, and brand evolution, becoming a trusted expert for navigating major shifts in the online space. As the Founder of Built To Impact®, Maya has helped thousands of clients turn their expertise into legacy brands, launch high-ticket services, and scale beyond six figures with integrity. Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, and Black Enterprise, her mission is to help women build lives and businesses that feel as good as they look. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, family time, and binge-watching medical dramas. More about Maya: https://www.mayaelious.com/speaking/ Free Training: http://www.mayaelious.com/evolve Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text Money can be really hard to talk about, especially with the person you love. In today's episode, I sit down with my friend and money coach Hanna Morrell to talk about how couples can stop fighting about money and start having better conversations. Hanna shares simple tools that help people feel safe, seen, and understood when talking about their finances. We talk about why arguments happen, how to listen better, and what to do when things get tough. About our guest: Hanna Morrell is the creator of the Pacific Stoa Financial Coaching Curriculum. Frustrated by traditional financial advice that focuses on punishment, shame, and mechanics, she developed a holistic approach that combines financial knowledge with behavioral and emotional tools. Basically Hanna teaches people how to trust themselves with their money. With over eight years of experience working with diverse clients, Hanna has crafted a curriculum that addresses the root causes of financial struggles. Blending financial literacy with principles from psychology, philosophy, trauma-informed practices,and cognitive behavioral therapy, she empowers individuals to overcome financial challenges and build lasting wealth. Hanna’s proven methods have helped countless people transform their relationship with money, set achievable goals, and create a brighter financial future. She is passionate about sharing her expertise with women, couples, and small businesses. http://yourworthcoach.com/ Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's classic episode, I talk about something really important that most people don’t think about—what happens if you get sick or hurt and can’t work. I share my own story and explain what disability insurance is and why it’s so helpful. We also talk about the difference between short-term and long-term coverage, and why the insurance your job gives you might not be enough. I know insurance can sound confusing, but I break it down in a simple way so you can feel ready and protected if life throws you a curveball. About our guest: Acquania is a financial coach, freelance writer, and independent life insurance producer with LifeTyme Financial Group, LLC. She is committed to helping people find financial freedom and build wealth. As a financial coach, she equips her clients with "outside the box" finance tips, debt payment plans, retirement planning, and more. With her advice clients are able to meet and exceed their financial and personal goals. Through her finance blog and podcast, The Purpose of Money, she shows women how to invest and save more so they can live a more fulfilling and prosperous life. Acquania's passion for personal finance and investing began when she was in high school and her father gave her a copy of Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. At 16 years old, Acquania opened a Roth Individual Retirement Account and has been seeking financial independence and early retirement (FIRE) ever since. The Purpose of Money More of Acquania Escarne Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I talk with Scarlett, also known as The Biz Hippie, about how our thoughts and feelings around money can hold us back from living the life we want. Scarlett shares her story of going from saving lots of money but feeling empty inside, to building a life she truly loves by changing her mindset and how she uses her money. We talk about why just working harder doesn’t always lead to happiness, and how it’s okay to want more for yourself. About our guest Scarlett Stanhope, aka The Biz Hippie, teaches coaches to conquer their finances and own their worth so they can be fully supported by the work they love! Scarlett harnessed the power of money to break free from her workaholic career path and pursue her dreams. She uses a combination of tangible money management strategies as well as a variety of coaching techniques to help her clients transform their mindset and relationship to money, allowing them to strategically achieve their goals and live their best lives. The Biz Hippie Free Quiz: Discover your money mindset type My podcast: Empowered & Abundant Podcast Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I talk with Jessica and Andrew Roden, two amazing PAs who created an app called Blox to help new healthcare workers feel less stressed and more confident. They saw a big problem when they started working—new grads didn’t have the tools they needed to succeed—and they decided to fix it. We talk about how they built their app, what it's like to work in medicine today, and how anyone with a good idea can make a big change. About our guest Jessica Roden, PA-C, and Andrew Roden, PA-C, are the co-founders of Blox, a mobile app designed to help student and new graduate NPs and PAs feel less overwhelmed and more confident in fast-paced clinical settings. Jessica’s experience in urgent care and emergency medicine revealed how isolating those first shifts can feel without the right tools or mentorship. Andrew's experience as a clinical preceptor reveals firsthand how often students struggle to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world medicine. Frustrated by the lack of streamlined, reliable resources, they launched Blox in early 2025 to build the tool they always needed: something fast, practical, and made for early-career providers. Their mission is simple: support the next generation of clinicians with high-yield clinical guidance that reduces stress, improves decision-making, and builds confidence. Try Blox free at https://bloxmedical.app.link/bloxdownload https://www.bloxmedical.com/ Ruthless Truth--Episode 10: Steve Jobs, the iPhone and Me...The Untold Story Is an opinion platform hosted by Marvin “Truth” Davis. My life and career... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In today's episode, I talk with Germaine Foley, a money coach who helps high-earning women build wealth without giving up the things they love. We both know what it’s like to make good money but still feel stuck and stressed about finances. Germaine shares how she and her husband paid off over $200,000 in debt while still living their lives. We talk about her "Do Both" method, why budgeting doesn’t mean being deprived, and how changing your mindset can change your money story. About our guest Germaine Foley is a Certified Life and Money Coach who helps women who earn good money but still feel stuck financially. After paying off over $200K of debt, without giving up travel or the things she loved, she created a practical approach to building wealth without extreme budgeting. Now, she teaches other high-earning women how to grow their net worth and enjoy life at the same time. Germaine Foley's Website Free Training: How To Build Wealth w/out Going On a Strict Budget Book a Financial Clarity Consultation Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text In this classic episode, I’m talking with credit expert Shante Nicole about what’s really going on with credit right now and why your score might drop even if you’ve done nothing wrong. We break down how lenders are reacting to the economy, what credit card companies are doing behind the scenes, and what you can do to protect your credit today. This is super important with so many changes happening fast, so if you’ve been confused or stressed about your score lately, this episode will help make things clear and easy to understand. About our expert: Shante Nicole’s passion for serving others has always been at the center of her life. She is an author, financial educator, certified credit consultant, holds a degree in nursing, and is the founder of her nonprofit organizations: F.A.C.E. (Facing Autism with Children Everywhere), and her latest endeavor, Financial Common Cents. As if that doesn’t keep her busy enough, she is also a wife and mother of a child with autism. In January 2017, she started an online Facebook community, "Financial Common Cents", whose motto is “Education…Restoration…Liberation”. It was her mission to empower people to rebuild, restore, and repair their credit. She also helps individuals devise a consistent plan to manage their finances and their debt. To date, her “FCC family” has grown to over 102,000 members from over 100 countries. Through her nonprofit organization, Financial Common Cents, she facilitates workshops, online courses, and personalized financial & credit coaching. As a panelist with SunTrust Bank’s onUp Movement, she educates her community on credit, budgeting, and debt management. She’s also the founder of “Kids Making Cents”, a financial literacy program that offers educational products and workshops in the community including schools, churches, and recreational camps. Make sure you follow her and join her Financial Common Cents Facebook group Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text Today, we discuss with our expert, Dr. Jay Zigmont, how you can seek help from financial experts and what to expect when you start discussing finance with your financial advisor. We also cover good fundamentals in your finances and how clutter and inaccurate advice on the internet could potentially negatively impact your finances. About our guest Jay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP® is the Founder and CEO of Childfree Wealth®, a life and financial planning firm dedicated to helping Childfree and Permanently Childless people. Childfree Wealth is the first firm dedicated to serving Childfree people. Dr. Jay is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Childfree Wealth Specialist, and author of the book “Portraits of Childfree Wealth” and the upcoming book “The Childfree Guide to Life and Money.” Dr Jay is the co-host of the Childfree Wealth podcast. His Ph.D. is in Adult Learning from the University of Connecticut. He has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, MarketWatch, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Business Insider, CNBC, and many other publications. In 2023, he was named a “Rising Star” by Financial Planning. Childfree Wealth Website Link to Dr. Jay's new book Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a text Our guest, financial advisor Brad Baldridge discusses the complex landscape of college planning and its intersection with financial realities. Delving into the different perspectives surrounding the value of higher education, Brad emphasizes the importance of aligning college expenses with overall financial goals, including retirement planning. He highlights the challenges faced by families in navigating the ever-increasing costs of college and offers practical strategies for managing finances and making informed decisions. With a focus on striking the right balance between educational aspirations and financial stability, Brad provides valuable insights and resources for families seeking guidance in the college planning process. About our guest: Brad Baldridge is one of the nation’s leading college financial experts. He teaches families the best ways to plan, save and pay for college so they can make their children’s college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or their retirement. For over 20 years, he has shared his expertise and insights through his private practice, as a blogger and host of the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast, and as a presenter at numerous workshops and seminars. Guest Resources: Baldridge College SolutionsTaming The High Cost of College ResourcesTaming The High Cost of College Podcast Support the show --- Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money