Financial Feminist
Join money expert Tori Dunlap as she guides you on how to make more, spend less, and feel financially confident in a world run by rich white men. Through solo episodes and special guest interviews, you’ll walk away with resources to get, save, and grow money to gain financial freedom and kick some patriarchal ass at the same time. New episodes drop every Tuesday, and mini-episodes drop every other Thursday.
Episodes
April 23, 2024 • 62 mins
TW: infertility, pregnancy, loss
If you’re joining us today — it's National Infertility Awareness Week. For one in five people, building a family can be a challenging journey. In this episode of Financial Feminist, Tori tackles the deeply personal yet widely experienced topic of infertility, alongside Ali Prato, host of the top-ranked podcast "Infertile AF," co-founder of Fertility Rally and author of the children's book "Work of A...
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April 18, 2024 • 33 mins
We’re back with another “Ask Tori” Financial Feminist episode! Today Tori’s answering voicemail questions from the Financial Feminist community — including questions about leasing or buying a car, balance transfers, and choosing the best credit cards. From navigating through the emotional trauma of spending versus saving, to breaking the cycle of constantly transferring debt, Tori addresses it all with her signature blend of financ...
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April 16, 2024 • 60 mins
In today's fast-paced world where change is the only constant — the ability to pivot is paramount for success. Today’s guest knows all about how and when to pivot. Meet Rebecca Minkoff — iconic luxury fashion designer, trailblazing entrepreneur, co-founder of the Female Founder Collective, mother of three children under 10, and author of the book: “Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.”
In this in...
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April 9, 2024 • 56 mins
TW: SA, ED, abuse
The world of professional athletics is often glamorized, but behind the scenes, women athletes face a myriad of challenges and inequalities. In today's episode of the Financial Feminist, host Tori Dunlap sits down with American long-distance runner and two-time Olympian, Kara Goucher to shine a light on the darker side of women's professional athletics. Kara, a trailblazer in her own right, shares her raw and unfi...
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April 4, 2024 • 29 mins
In this episode of the podcast, Tori examines the common misconception that parents always know best when it comes to financial advice and life decisions. Drawing from personal experiences and listener anecdotes, Tori challenges the notion that parental guidance is infallible. This candid discussion explores the impact of outdated advice and societal expectations on individuals' financial and personal journeys.
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April 3, 2024 • 4 mins
Have you ever wondered how some of the biggest companies were built? On the podcast How I Built This, host Guy Raz founders behind the world’s biggest companies and brands to learn the real stories of how they built them. How I Built This with Guy Raz is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds.
Follow How I Built This on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You...
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April 2, 2024 • 66 mins
The US throws away more food than any other country in the world - over 80 billion pounds per year, with each American throwing out an estimated 30% of the food they purchase. This alarming fact is what propelled today’s guest to create a cookbook & community dedicated to showing people how to transform commonly wasted foods into delicious recipes.
Carleigh Bodrug is the CEO and Founder of PlantYou, a New York Times Bestselling coo...
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March 19, 2024 • 58 mins
"Life, like poker, is a game of strategy and risk. Embracing discomfort and taking calculated risks are essential for growth and success in both."
In this episode of the Financial Feminist, Tori welcomes Jenny Just, one of 23 self-made female billionaires in the USA and co-founder of PEAK6 Investments to explore the intricate parallels between playing poker and navigating life's challenges, particularly for women. Their conversatio...
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March 14, 2024 • 57 mins
Today, we’re doing something a little different at Financial Feminist. Tori recently appeared on an episode of the Creator Science podcast to talk about the process of writing her New York Times bestselling book, “Financial Feminist.” From writing the proposal and finding an agent to marketing and selling the book — she breaks it all down in this transparent interview. If you’ve ever considered writing a book and are curious about ...
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March 12, 2024 • 49 mins
Have you been wondering how to effectively diversify your investment portfolio? Or whether you should prioritize real estate investments over traditional retirement accounts? In this episode of the Financial Feminist, we’re answering more user submitted questions, but this time we have TWO money experts giving you perspective — host Tori Dunlap and New York Times Bestselling Author, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche! Together they t...
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March 5, 2024 • 55 mins
In today’s episode of the Financial Feminist, host Tori Dunlap sits down with Lauren McGoodwin, founder of Career Contessa — a platform dedicated to helping advance women in their careers. Together, they dive into the intricacies of workplace dynamics, salary negotiation strategies, and the pursuit of fulfilling careers. Tune in to gain valuable insights on deciphering company cultures, leveraging AI tools for job searches, and adv...
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February 29, 2024 • 31 mins
Have you ever wanted to do something — overhaul your health, change your body, start a new career, reach a financial goal — and become utterly overwhelmed just thinking about all the things you’d have to do to achieve it? You’re not the only one. For many of us, it’s not the fear of failure that is holding us back in life, it’s the “go big or go home” mindset that stops us from progressing. The attitude that it has to be all or not...
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February 27, 2024 • 51 mins
“The biggest thing I didn't expect as a single mom would be that I had to learn how to rely on strangers.”
In this episode, host Tori Dunlap sits down with Kim Williams, founder of Single Black Motherhood, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of navigating single motherhood. Kim shares her personal journey, from making difficult decisions about relationships to moving across states to provide a better life for her daughter. Throu...
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February 13, 2024 • 71 mins
TW : fertility, miscarriage, pregnancy loss
“I will never forget sitting down with my boss, and she said, congratulations, we've planned out the next five years of your life. And I remember in that moment having this visceral reaction of, they didn't even ask me what I want for my life. They didn't ask me.”
In this episode of the Financial Feminist, host Tori Dunlap engages in a candid conversation with the dynamic Jenna Kutcher, e...
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February 8, 2024 • 35 mins
“We're so scared of showing up imperfectly, we're so scared that maybe our wildest dreams are out of reach and too big that we don't ever get started.”
For many entrepreneurs or people dreaming of becoming an entrepreneur, getting started is often the hardest part. That feeling of nervousness and fear — or the thinking that we need to know it all before getting started is not uncommon, but it is holding you back from taking action....
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February 6, 2024 • 52 mins
TW: This episode references suicide.
In today’s episode, Tori sits down with Madeline Pendleton, business owner and author of "I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt," to discuss the intricacies of personal finance, capitalism, and ethical business. Madeline shares her journey of dealing with loss as a result of financial stress, and how it affected the way she now runs her business. Madeline has gone viral for...
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January 30, 2024 • 54 mins
If you’re reading the title of this episode wondering how astrology can be relevant to personal finance and career development — get ready for a fascinating exploration into the cosmic influences that shape each of our individual paths. In this insightful conversation, Chani Nicholas, New York Times best-selling author and world-renowned astrologer, shares insights into how astrology can be a valuable tool for self-discovery, under...
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January 25, 2024 • 53 mins
Have you ever wondered what to do with your 401k when you leave a job? Or how to pay off debt and save while on a low income? Well, pull up a chair and get ready to take some notes, because today we’re back with another Ask Tori Anything episode! In this Q&A session, Tori answers a variety of financial questions from the audience — from saving money and investing to negotiating a raise and understanding the intricacies of 401k matc...
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January 23, 2024 • 60 mins
“When the average person hears the words generational wealth, they think succession, yachts, and trust funds. When you and I talk about generational wealth, what we're really talking about is — how do we make our future family, or even our communities, better than we had it?”
Are you setting your kids up for financial success? Do you even know how to? In this episode, Tori welcomes award-winning family finance coach Andy Hill back ...
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January 18, 2024 • 70 mins
CW: This episode discusses sexual abuse.
The sober-curious movement has grown substantially in recent years as women especially begin to re-evaluate their relationship with alcohol. During the pandemic, levels of drinking skyrocketed, which has a direct impact on our mental and physical health, and of course, our wallets. In this re-release from July 2023, we’re joined by Kelsey Moreira, founder of Doughp, the cookie dough company ...
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