Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin
Episodes
Selling Sunset, Empanadas and High School Bullies and with Emma Hernan (Encore)
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our favorite real estate agent on Selling Sunset, Emma Hernan, is here to talk about her delicious second job, hacks for finding your dream home, high...
“I Spent My Emergency Fund. How Should I Rebuild My Budget?” (Encore)
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Money Rehabber Mary reached out to Nicole with some questions on how her son, Sean, should use his savings to buy a car. Then, Ida hit, Sean was evacu...
"I'm in LOVE with an Apartment I Can't Afford. Can I Negotiate?" (Encore)
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s set the scene. You just toured four apartments with a broker. It’s the end of the day and you’re tired. You liked all of the apartments, b...
How To Ride the Historic Stock Market High Like a Pro
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This has been one crazy week for the stock market! To unpack everything that’s been going on in the market this week, and what we can expect to see ...
Demystifying Lyft's $2 Billion Typo
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, a simple typo led Lyft's market cap decline of over $2 billion. Nicole explains what went wrong, and why it's a cautionary tale for investo...
Business or Pleasure? Both! These Business Tools Can Improve Your Love Life
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Valentine's Day Money Rehabbers! As you well know, this is not a show that will help you get better at dating— but, it is a show that will hel...
How To Profit From Gold's Near-Record Highs
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The price of gold is nearing record highs; right now, it is over $2,000 an ounce. Today, Nicole teaches you how to turn that trend into profit. $ Inv...
Inside a Florist's Valentine's Day with Jim McCann, Founder & Chairman at 1-800 Flowers.com (Encore)
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's special Valentine's Day episode, Nicole is joined by Jim McCann, Founder & Chairman at 1-800 Flowers.com. After this conversation, you'll n...
Devon Kennard, Former NFL Player, on Paying College Athletes and “Mailbox Money” (Encore)
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not only is Devon Kennard a football legend, but he’s also a philanthropist, real estate investor, soon-to-be financial author and now, Money Rehabb...
Why Investors Should Care About Earnings with Lyft Cofounder John Zimmer (Encore)
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are earnings, and why should we care? Nicole explains with Lyft cofounder John Zimmer. Plus, Lyft’s origin story (and original name!). Origin...
Hugh Hefner's Widow Crystal Harris Hefner on the Financial Prison of the Playboy Mansion
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to a new report, 23% of all couples are staying in their current relationships due to financial dependency. This is the situation Crystal He...
Homeownership is a Conspiracy. Here's Why
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever asked yourself: do I want to buy the house with the white picket fence, or do I just feel like I’m supposed to live in one? Today, Nic...
Nicole’s Offer on a House Was Rejected. The Reason May Surprise You.
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After scouring the Los Angeles rental market, Nicole found the one— the perfect house. She put in an application right away and… she got rejected....
Save on Groceries with These 8 Tips
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food is a critical expense; you need it to survive (obviously!)… and that’s what makes it such a sneaky financial blindspot. Beyond the vanilla co...
The Secret to Wealth and Health is in your Gut… Literally with Tina Anderson CEO of Just Thrive
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Gut health” isn’t a sexy combination of words… let’s be honest. But taking care of your gut might be the most important step in taking car...
WTF is SIPC? The Closest Thing You'll Get To Investing Insurance
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve probably heard some brokerages say they're "member SIPC." Have you ever wondered what it means to be member SIPC? It's definitely not a cool...
Does Manifesting Money Work? with Aliza Kelly (Encore)
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the social media algorithm sending you manifesting money content? Us too. But, should we be paying attention to it? The internet’s favorite exper...
Jim Kwik, Brain Coach, on Mindfulness and Boosting Memory (Encore)
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can we ask you something? Have you ever paused, mid-shower, because you can’t remember if you actually shampooed your hair already? If you’re guil...
Want Free Money? Here Are Five Places To Find It
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If we told you there was free money you were leaving on the table… you’d probably think that I’m lying. But it’s true. Today, Nicole tells you...
Should Robots Invest for You? Probably— Here's Why
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ET(F) phone home? It may sound too sci-fi, but robo-investing can help you meet your financial goals— and, at a fraction of the cost of working wi...
Nicole Grows Listener's Money By 5% Live - Here's How
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Be a fly on the wall as Nicole walks a listener through buying a certificate of deposit (CD) that will yield 5% returns. To learn more about the CD La...
Can You Use Your 401(k) To Buy a House?
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A down payment on a home will probably be the biggest transaction you’ll ever make in your life… and if you’ve been diligent about contributing ...
"Good Debt" is Real — Here's How To Use It (Encore)
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Nicole gives you a way to fight back against a system that’s typically set-up against you: lending. Along the way, she shares insights from a...
Cheryl Burke on the Money Trail of "Dancing with the Stars"
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 03.03.23 After 26 (!) seasons, Cheryl Burke announced in November that she would be retiring from Dancing with the Stars. If you're ...
Hot Take: New Money Is Better Than Old Money
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The “old money aesthetic” is having a moment. At the time Nicole recorded this, #oldmoney had nearly 12 billion views on TikTok and #oldmoneyoutfi...
Big Economic Predictions for 2024 with NYU Professor Scott Galloway
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While we don't have a crystal ball, we do have Scott Galloway (Professor at NYU Stern School of Business, host of The Prof G Pod and Pivot with Kara S...
The Medical Medium on Takedown Plots, Celery Juice and Healing
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Medical Medium (Anthony William) is a healer and a #1 NYT bestselling author with a huge, loyal following in the health and wellness space. For so...
Science-Backed Hacks for Networking
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 03.10.23 In Nicole's experience, networking and building relationships has been the single most valuable resource for her career. But...
Sal Khan (of Kahn Academy) on Fundraising 101 and Free Education
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 03.02.23 On Money Rehab, you’ve heard from the smartest business minds running profitable businesses (and you’re welcome for that...
Does It Pay to Be a Reality TV Show Villain?
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 05.16.23 You know the old cliche “there’s no such thing as bad press?" Well, that’s easy enough to say, but it’s another thin...
The MVP of Retirement Investments with Ramit Sethi
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 02.10.23 There are many funds in the financial world. We’ve talked about index funds, mutual funds, hedge funds, exchange-traded fu...
How To Get Your Medical Debt Canceled
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. owe significant medical debt, totaling $195 billion nationwide. Today, Nicole gives three tips to help you manage—...
Do Not Miss These Crucial Financial Deadlines!
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to get insider tax-free shopping deals? Or, crush your financial goals? How about free stuff from your favorite stores? In this episode, N...
The Business of Botox with Nicci Levy
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Nicole nerds out on the fascinating biz of Botox with Nicci Levy, the CEO and founder of aesthetics brand Alchemy 43. Yes, Nicole and Nicci get...
This Trader Can Make $20K+ In One Day. Here's How.
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nicole has always opted for slow-and-steady investing versus hyped-up, get-rich-quick trading. But, there are trading strategies that are more calcula...
Diana Nyad on Living a Motion-Picture-Worthy Life
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of the Golden Globes this Sunday, Nicole is sharing an interview with the woman behind one of the most acclaimed films of the year: Diana Nya...
And the Loser Is... the Golden Globes
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Golden Globes are this Sunday, and out of all the picks for the best dramas of the year, the biggest drama might actually be… the Golden Globes ...
"When Can I Cash Out Some of My Investments?" (Listener Question)
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Money Rehab Jen is investing and seeing her money grow; now she wants to know... when can she actually benefit from those gains and take some money ou...
Are You Financial Healthy? 5 Tips To Improve Your Financial Fitness
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Around the New Year, it's popular to make resolutions for health and wealth— but we typically put those goals into two separate categories. Today, N...
Train Your Brain to Save More Money in 2024
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if we told you that the key to unlocking the next level of wealth is already programmed in your mind? Nicole gives you five research-backed hacks...
Economy Wrapped: 2023's Biggest Money News in Review
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taylor and SAG-AFTRA and AI, oh my! Today, Nicole is joined by exceptional journalist Mosheh Oinounou to bring you the five biggest stories in busines...
Financial New Year's Resolutions That Actually Work
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
66% of Americans say that they plan on making a financial New Year's Resolution for 2024. But way too often, our resolutions set us up to fail. Here a...
Using Cash to SAVE Money with Stephanie Ruhle
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cash as a tool for saving sounds counterintuitive, no? Just listen. Stephanie Ruhle is a GOAT in the broadcast journalism space. She is the Host of 11...
The Red Sea Is an Economic War Zone - Here's How It Affects Inflation
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The latest conflict in the Middle East is a war that is entirely on an economic battlefield: the Red Sea. Nicole explains what you’ll see in the he...
A Professional Santa on Santanomics, How Much $ He Makes as Saint Nick and More
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! Today Nicole sits down with perhaps the biggest celebrity she's ever had on the show: Santa Claus! But actually....
Foreclosed Homes: Opportunity or Nightmare?
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 2/2/23 Nicole breaks down everything you need to know about buying a foreclosed home; like, whether it's a good move for you, how to ...
Last-Minute Christmas Gifts That Won't Break the Bank
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping, let’s just rip the bandaid off: you can’t ship something today and have it get there in time for ...
3 Reasons To Be Optimistic About the Economy in 2024
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's round-up of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances, Nicole unpacks: an early Christmas present from The...
Money Talks: Decoding Financial Jargon with The Reformed Broker Josh Brown
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 6/2/23 One of the biggest obstacles for new investors isn't finding the money— you can invest with as little $20. The bigger obstac...
Should You Dump Your Bank for a Credit Union?
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 1.30.23 And, WTF is a credit union anyway? Nicole reveals all.
Would You Pay $4,000 to Get Over Your Ex?
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 1/20/23 Nicole stumbled across an article about a $4,000 breakup bootcamp and immediately needed to know more. First of all, $4,000 i...
Money-Making Opportunities From COP28 Climate Resolution
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, nearly 200 national representatives met in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, also known as COP28. T...
Hear Me Out: Why Writing Your Eulogy Can Help You Meet Your Financial Goals
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we look to 2024, we're beginning to make our financial New Year's resolutions. Nicole has an unusual routine that helps her get in the spirit: she ...
How Getting a Puppy Can Boost the Economy
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this weekly roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: where we stand with fixing the economy, pet supply s...
From Holiday Gifts to New Year's Parties, Here's the Best Money Tips
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'Tis the holiday season and it’s… expensive. There are gifts to buy, family to see, and parties to attend. If you’re lucky, it’s an embarrassm...
How To Deprogram Stress with Chief Mindfulness Officer at TIFIN, Thomas Droge
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, there’s been significant conversation around burnout and how to beat it. From those conversations, we know that mindfulness has a p...
Investing 101 at The New York Stock Exchange with The Einstein of Wall Street Peter Tuchman
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nicole heads to the New York Stock Exchange to talk with Peter Tuchman, AKA The Einstein of Wall Street. There, they confirm the rumors: the Wolf of W...
How This Company Beat Amazon
09 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 1.23.23 Jim McKelvey and Jack Dorsey created the payment tool Square to fix a problem small businesses had with credit card transacti...
5 Ways To Save on Holiday Travel
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An estimated 160 million Americans are planning to travel for the holidays. If you're one of them, here are five ways you can save on one of the busie...
Vivian Tu on Why She's Your Rich BFF— But Not Your Finfluencer
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Money talk entering the mainstream is a great thing, but the world of "finfluencing" has a dark side. Money content on social media operates like the ...
Greed on Trial, Branson's Backup and Tax Hacks
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: the Supreme Court hears arguments about the Sackler ...
Legal Loopholes the Rich Use To Get Richer— and You Can Too!
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former President Trump is currently facing several charges of financial crimes, including fraud. These allegations are full of examples of what not to...
Elon Musk Told Advertisers To "F—k Themselves," Here's Our Hot Take
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, three industries: AI, electric tech and social media began to shift— possibly forever— and Elon Musk is at the center of all of it. Tod...
How To Save $ On Health Insurance and Medical Bills
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Nicole gives you the playbook for major savings when it comes to health insurance and medical bills. Plus, she decodes some of the common alphab...
How the Latest Ransomware Attack Could Affect Your Real Estate Deal
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's roundup of the headlines and how they affect your finances, Nicole decodes: the ransomware attack on Fidelity National Financial, the b...
Mara S. Campo's Epic Money Makeover
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mara S. Campo drops in to fill Nicole in on the amazing Money Rehab she's been up to. Listen up to learn how you can make her money moves! For more on...
Why Gratitude Is Your Smartest Investment
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, your brokerage account might be a pretty awesome asset... but it won't get you the dividends that gratitude will. To celebrate Thanksgiving, Nic...
AI Drama and FINALLY Good News on Inflation
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances, Nicole decodes the Sam Altman drama with ChatGPT and...
Your Richest Investment Is Closer Than You Think
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The stock market can feel unfamiliar— but if you look around, your next super investment is closer than you think... literally. A good place to star...
Keep Your Money on Your Mind(fulness)
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 11/8/21 You might think mindfulness is bogus, but it actually has benefitted both Nicole’s emotional health and her career decision...
How To Get The Raise You Deserve, Without Costing You Your Job
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 6/21/21 Today Nicole answers the listener question: “How do I ask for a raise without causing bad blood between me and my employer?...
How To Make Extra Money with a Side Hustle
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 5.25.21 Nicole gives you three steps to take your woodworking/travel blog/macrame empire from part-time to big-time.
Embracing Your "Villain Era" Can Help Your Career - Just Ask Reality TV Villain Corinne Olympios
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve probably seen your favorite Instagram celebrity talk about entering their “villain era," which feels like it’s probably only good for rea...
"I Can't Afford How Expensive Everything Is Now. How Do You Make It Work?" (Listener Intervention)
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even though the inflation situation is getting better, prices are still high everywhere. Today's Money Rehabber is making $25 an hour, has two kids, a...
The Chaotic ICBC Hack and How Your Investments Were Affected
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this installment of the weekly round-up of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances, Nicole unpacks the chaotic hack ...
Don't Make These Health Insurance Mistakes
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's open enrollment szn and you know what that means! Advice to help you get the smartest medical insurance plan for you, of course. Nicole gives you...
Plot Twist: Inflation May Help You
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 7/5/22 For some folks, inflation is actually helping their net worth. To see if you're one of the lucky few, tune in!
The Investment No One Is Talking About (But Everyone Should Be!)
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nicole is joined by Tiffany James (financial expert, CEO of Modernblkgirl) for a stock talk. Tiffany tells Nicole her best-performing investments, the...
Why The Stock Market is Swiping Left on Dating Apps
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's weekly roundup of the biggest headlines and how they affect your finances, Nicole explains: how the WeWork bankruptcy could affect your fin...
SBF's Takedown — and FTX's Comeback?
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the highest-profile trials of the year, the trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman Fried, has come to an exciting and dramatic conclusion. To help Ni...
Can There Be Peace in Israel? with Ambassador Ron Prosor
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, the United States House of Representatives passed a plan to provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel. So, clearly, the conflict in the Middle...
Have an Idea for a Show? Here’s How To Get It On TV With Ryan Kalil
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For a long time, if someone had a story to tell, they'd say they "have a book" in them. Now, they "have a Netflix show" in them. Today, Nicole unpacks...
Lessons From T Swift on Building Your Net Worth
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's round-up of the biggest headlines and how they affect your wallet: Taylor Swift reaches billionaire status, how the autoworkers' strike...
Katy Perry's Lawsuit, Swiftenomics and All Financial Ridiculousness with Steelo Brim
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In recent weeks, there has been a ton of money news that is nothing short of… ridiculous. And to give us some comic relief around these headlines th...
Why SoFi Stadium is a Big Deal (Literally) with CEO Anthony Noto
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do the NFL, Goldman Sachs, Twitter and SoFi have in common? That would be Anthony Noto - veteran executive and Nicole's guest today. Nicole and ...
This Debt Hack Can Save You Time and Money
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 9.27.21 You may have heard that debt consolidation is one option to help get that debt monkey off your back. Today’s episode is all...
How Do I Make a F%*king Budget?!
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Originally aired 4.15.21 Nicole covers exactly how much should go toward your essential spending, what the heck you have to put toward retirement, and...
A Personal Update
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi friends, it's Nicole. In today's episode, I wanted to check in on you. I wanted to take a moment to give you space to reflect on how you’re feeli...
How Powerful Cryptocurrency Really Is In the Wrong Hands
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's an assumption that cryptocurrency is particularly useful to bad actors and terror organizations... but how true are these assumptions? This is...
War Insurance, Spotting Profiteers and Making Big Things Happen with Jordan Fried
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Fried was fully living the entrepreneur life in Puerto Rico... until the attack in Israel happened on 10/7. Then, Jordan found himself charteri...
Why There Will Never Be a "Real Housewives of Tel Aviv" with Lizzy Savetsky
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While she hopes she's wrong, Lizzy Savetsky doesn't think there will ever be a Tel Aviv spinoff of the "Real Housewives" reality TV franchise. Lizzy's...
A Former IDF Soldier's Advice on How To Support Israel
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
360,000 army reservists were called up after the attacks in Israel on October 7th; but VC partner and former IDF soldier Levi Aron would argue, we wer...
Why Speaking Your Values Is Good Business with Dr. Sheila Nazarian
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's human to feel afraid to speak out on an issue that is surrounded by anger and division— especially at a time when people are getting fired and ...
Politicians Got You Down? Here's What You Can Do
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know who you’re voting for? And more importantly, what they stand for? Trust us, in the next elections— hate will be on the ballot, so make...
Why the War in Isreal Helped Me Realize I Want Kids
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It sounds counterintuitive, but it's true— and it comes from Nicole's reflections on Israel's resilience and wondering: what does the path to rebuil...
Can You Get Fired For Social Media Posts?
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a word: yes. We're seeing it play out right now. Multiple high-profile people have lost their jobs after making insensitive comments about Israel o...
Dark Money Has Infiltrated American Campuses - Here's How To Make Sure Your Money Is Clean
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your money is a vote; but it's not just where you spend it that matters, it's also where it comes from. Nicole knows people who have taken jobs at com...
How Global Crisis Affects Your Investments
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To help explain how the war in Israel affects you and your money, Nicole calls up Peter Tuchman, broker on the New York Stock Exchange, and host of th...
When Talking Politics on Social Media Is a Terrible Idea— and When It's Not
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In her ongoing coverage of the events in Israel, Nicole brings you a special episode of Help Wanted, the podcast she cohosts with Jason Feifer— edit...
The Money Trail of the Terrorist Attacks in Israel
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our coverage of what’s happening in Israel with a closer look at the money trail. To help us do that, we turn to Emmy award-winning vete...