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411: Wendy E. Simmons, "My Holiday in North Korea" Author

02 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited for today's guest. She's a writer, photographer and world traveler. Wendy Simmons is out with a new book that you should run -- not wal...

410: Ask Farnoosh, How can I make my credit score good again?

29 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I answer your questions about making acomeback on increasing your credit score, the biggest financialmistakes college freshman make...

409: Jay Fleischman, Student Loan Lawyer

28 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a consumer protection lawyer and has done so for over 20 years. Most recently, he's focused on helping people with student loan probl...

408: Patti Pao, Founder & CEO of Restorsea Skincare

27 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the Founder and CEO of Restorsea. Patti Pao has an extensive beauty background having launched over 400 products for popular brands i...

407: Shane and Jocelyn Sams, Creators of Flipped Lifestyle

26 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guests are the dynamic duo behind FlippedLifestyle.com. Shane and Jocelyn Sams are former teachers and went on to build a business that allowe...

406: Jeanette Pavini, Savings Expert at Coupons.com

25 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a two-time Emmy Award winning consumer reporter. Jeanette Pavini has completed more than 10,000 money-saving news stories. For eight ...

405: Ask Farnoosh, What should I do with a $30,000 windfall?

22 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about what to do with a $30,000 windfall, whether couples should keep their credit...

404: Courtney Young, Founder of Think Young Media Group

21 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the last episode on Startup Week here on So Money. Our last guest is a writer and entrepreneur from Southwest Louisiana who is now living i...

403: Eli Kariv, Co-Founder of The Coding Space

20 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited for today's startup guest. He's a fellow Penn State alum and co-founder of The Coding Space. Eli graduated from the Smeal College of Bu...

402: Jason Grad, Founder and CEO of Bstow App

19 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to startup week. Today's guest is the founder and CEO of Bstow, a forthcoming app that will be launching soon. It rounds up your spare ch...

401: Julia Shapiro, Hire an Esquire CEO & Co-Founder

18 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It's Startup Week on So Money. We're going to talk to some amazing entrepreneurs that are in the startup phase of their businesses. This themed week...

400: Ask Farnoosh, Your Last Minute Tax Questions Answered

15 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, special guest Sophia Bera and I answer your biggest questions about last minute tax information, what to do if...

399: Denise Duffield-Thomas, Money Mindset Mentor

14 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the money mindset mentor for the new wave of online female entrepreneurs. I'm excited to welcome Denise Duffield Thomas to today's sh...

398: Scott McGillivray, Host of HGTV's Income Property

13 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a skilled contractor and award-winning TV host and executive producer on the HGTV/DIY hit series Income Property. Scott McGillivray h...

397: Kristin Bentz, Talented Blonde

12 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the Talented Blonde aka Kristin Bentz. Kristin began her career in the luxury retail and hotel industry and then moved on to Wall Str...

396: Kate Gardiner, Social Media Entrepreneur

11 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest has a unique title - she's an audience engagement specialist who founded DSTL, a new York based audience engagement consultancy that ser...

395: Ask Farnoosh, Is a 401k a bad investment?

08 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about opening up a Roth IRA, if a 401k is a good investment, expenses to take...

394: Dr. Roshini Raj, Gastroenterologist + Media Personality

07 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a board certified gastroenterologist and internist. Dr. Roshini Raj is joining us. She has her medical degree from NYU School of Medi...

393: Cynthia DiBartolo, Founder of Tigress Financial Partners

06 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest has an amazing story. This woman has worked for some of the biggest names on Wall Street. Cynthia DiBartolo's resume consists of jobs at...

392: Chris Guillebeau, "Born for This" Author

05 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a New York Times bestselling author. Chris Guillebeau has written "The Happiness of Pursuit," "The $100 Startup" and now "Born for Th...

391: Amanda Clayman, Financial Therapist

04 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a financial therapist and expert when it comes to financial wellness. Amanda Clayman is a clinician specializing in financial issues ...

390: Ask Farnoosh with Special Guest Dr. Brad Klontz

01 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, special guest, Dr. Brad Klontz joins me. He is an award-winning financial psychologist and a certified financ...

389: Navid Moazzez, Lifestyle Entrepreneur

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a lifestyle entrepreneur, blogger, podcaster, online marketer and personal branding strategist. Navid Moazzez has made quite the name...

388: Whitney Johnson, Author of "Disrupt Yourself"

30 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is recognized as one of the world's most influential management thinkers in 2015 and was a finalist for the Top thinkers on Talent at th...

Gifts for #SoMoney2Million

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

So Money has surpassed 2 million downloads!  And to spread the good news, I'm heading to Instagram. Want to join me? In exchange, I'm giving away ...

387: Mindy Mackenzie, CEO Adviser

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is an accomplished corporate executive, acclaimed speaker and CEO adviser. Mindy Mackenzie has quite the resume. She served as the Chief...

386: Grant Baldwin, Public Speaking Expert

28 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the creator of the Booked and Paid To Speak training program so if you're looking to make a living out of speaking engagements today'...

385: Ask Farnoosh, Should I hire a tax professional to help with my taxes?

25 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh I answer your biggest questions about filing your taxes on your own vs. hiring a tax professional to handle y...

384: Jason Wrobel, Vegan Celebrity Chef + Wellness Expert

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a vegan celebrity chef and wellness expert. Jason Wrobel is coming out with a new cookbook this April entitled, "Eaternity: More than...

383: Kelly Brogan MD, Holistic Women's Health Psychiatrist

23 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a Manhattan-based holistic women's health psychiatrist. Dr. Kelly Brogan is joining us. She's out with a new book entitled, "A Mind o...

382: Brad Hargreaves, Founder and CEO of Common

22 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest, Brad Hargreaves, is the founder and CEO of Common. Maybe you've heard of it because it's been getting a lot of press recently. Common i...

381: Frederique van der Wal, Former Victoria's Secret Model

21 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We have a former Victoria Secret Model. Anyone here remember getting the catalogue growing up in the 90’s? We used to get the catalogue and it wasn’...

380: Ask Farnoosh, How can I get my partner more involved in our finances?

18 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about attending financial conferences, signing up for a Wealthfront account,...

379: John Addison, Author of "Real Leadership"

17 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the president and chief executive officer of AddisonLeadership Group, as well as the Leadership Editor for Success magazine. John Add...

378: Caroline Ceniza Levine, Career Expert

16 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a career expert. Caroline Ceniza-Levine is the co-founder of SixFigureStart, a coaching business for professional and personal succes...

377: Harry Campbell, The RideShare Guy Blogger

15 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

s anyone listening in today a fan of Uber or Lyft? I rely on Uber a lot. It might be one of those things that I "splurge" on to make my life easier or...

376: Patrice Washington, Steve Harvey's Money Maven

14 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Steve Harvey's Money Maven. Since 2003, Patrice C. Washington has dedicated herself to helping the masses move away from debt to mast...

375: Ask Farnoosh, Should my hubby and I keep joint or separate investment accounts?

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Ask Farnoosh, special guest Brittney Castro, Founder and CEO of Financially Wise Women, and I answer your biggest questions ab...

374: Aaron LaPedis, The Garage Sale Millionaire

10 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I’m reconnecting with today's guest, Aaron LaPedis. He’s someone I interviewed years ago, back when I was working on a show called Financially Fit...

373: Scott Alan Turner, Millionaire Next Door

09 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's millionaire next door is a serial entrepreneur and fellow podcaster. Scott Alan Turner claims he was once a "money moron" when he was 22 but w...

372: Rocky Lalvani, Millionaire Next Door

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's millionaire next door has an interesting story of his own to share. He moved to the United States from India with his parents when he was just...

371: MaryEllen Miller, Millionaire Next Door

07 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It's Millionaire Next Door week on So Money. This is going to be an exciting week, and it is all thanks to your feedback. Many of your wrote in saying...

370: Ask Farnoosh, Should I buy or rent?

04 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh I answer your biggest questions about buying vs. renting a home, life insurance, millionaires next door and mo...

369: Jennifer Wilkov, Speak Up Women Founder & Producer

03 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jennifer Wilkov is our So Money guest today. She is a woman who survived being victimized by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and incarcerat...

368: Adrienne Richardson, Facebook Ads Expert

02 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest specializes in helping her clients come "internet famous" through high-converting Facebook ads. Whether you're a doctor, university or m...

367: Mike Still, Actor & Upright Citizens Brigade Artistic Director

01 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I am going down memory lane today. I’ve invited my friend from college. Mike Still is here and he’s going to become a household name very soon - I...

366: Jennifer Barrett, VP of Editorial at Acorns

29 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the VP of Editorial at Acorns as well as the founding editor of the personal finance site, Grow, which just launched in January. Prio...

365: Ask Farnoosh, Help! I was scammed

26 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about what to do after potentially being scammed by a student loan forgivenes...

364: Megan Perry, WNBA Basketball Operations & Player Relations

25 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a leader in the sports and entertainment industry. She's entering her eighth year with the NBA. Megan Perry primarily focuses on the ...

363: Hannah Cranston, Host & Executive Producer of YouTube's ThinkTank

24 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the host and Executive Producer of YouTube's ThinkTank, an online news and talk show with nearly 1 million subscribers. Hannah Cranst...

362: Karen Carr, CFP® at Society of Grownups

23 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest and I have been featured alongside one another in articles focusing on the topic of millennials and money for quite a few months now. Ka...

361: Chris Wirth, Founder & CEO of American Juice Company

22 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest today is someone that you’re going to love hearing from if you’re entrepreneurial, into the all-natural food trend, or if you like adult...

360: Ask Farnoosh, "I'm the worst at saving, help!"

19 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about saving money in an emergency fund, opening up a new credit card and th...

359: Kevin Olusola, Beat Boxer for Pentatonix

18 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rounding out So Money millennial week is today's guest, Kevin Olusola. If you are an a cappella fan then you might even know Kevin because he is part ...

358: Bing Chen, Digital Media Pioneer & Entrepreneur

17 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today on So Money millennial week we have a digital media pioneer and entrepreneur. He, like many of the others this week, is not even 30 yet. In 2014...

357: Arteen Arabshahi, Venture Capitalist from Forbes 30 Under 30

16 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have a family friend on the show, a good friend and college buddy of my brother, Todd. Arteen Arabshahi is here. He recently made Forbes' 30 U...

356: Victoria Reitano, Digital Marketing Expert

15 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I am very honored to dedicate this entire week to So Money millennials. We’ve done this before and it was very successful looking at some of the mos...

355: Ask Farnoosh, Should I contribute to my Roth IRA before investing?

12 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Ask Farnoosh, special guest Brittney Castro, Founder and CEO of Financially Wise Women, and I answer your biggest questions abou...

354: Natalie MacNeil, Creator of SheTakesOnTheWorld.com

11 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is an Emmy award-winning media producer and pioneer for female entrepreneurs. I met her back when I was super pregnant. She helped me ...

353: Clay Clark, Serial Entrepreneur

10 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a serial entrepreneur and has been dubbed the "Jim Carey of Entrepreneurship" (we’re going to learn why on this episode). Clay Clar...

352: Allison Task, Life Coach

09 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I have a friend on the show today, Allison Fishman Task. She's a personal coach. Allison helps people move through life transitions. The majority of c...

351: Joe Koss, Debt-Free College Professor

08 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I decided to bring an avid listener from the podcast on today's show. He's been writing in, not just praising the show, but he has a really interestin...

350: Ask Farnoosh, Is delaying my retirement savings really that bad?

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about delaying your retirement savings in order to build up a downpayment for...

349: Sallie Krawcheck, Co-Founder of Ellevest

04 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I'm honored to have a very special guest on the show today. This is someone I wanted to have on the show from before I was even live with So Money. I ...

348: Bobby Monks, Author of "UNINVE$TED"

03 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is a serial entrepreneur. He founded, led and grew numerous businesses in the financial services, real estate, media and tech sectors....

347: Laura Belgray, Copywriting Expert

02 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We have a fantastic, great, funny, beautiful, inspiring and smart guest today. She is Laura Belgray. She’s the founder of Talking Shrimp and creator...

346: Lisa Gersh, CEO of Goop

01 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Gersh is the CEO of GOOP, a lifestyle website that features fashion, travel, food, all actionable content curated by a team led by Gwyneth Paltro...

345: Ask Farnoosh, I'm a rookie investor... help!

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh I answer your biggest questions about investing as a rookie, changing your career path, 401k contributions and ...

344: Michael Roderick, Former Broadway Producer & Entrepreneur

28 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The show today is about your relationship strategy. You may have heard the expression, "You are the average of the 5 people you spend most of your tim...

343: Jennefer Witter, PR Exec & Author, "Little Book of Big PR"

27 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have a longtime friend joining me on the show. I’ve known Jennefer Witter for at least 10 years. Jennefer is the CEO and founder of The Bore...

342: Kathy Kristof, Award-Winning Financial Writer

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is an award-winning financial writer contributing to CBS News, Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, Financial Planning amongst many ot...

341: Jim Wang, Founder of WalletHacks.com & Bargaineering.com

25 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest today is a pioneer financial blogger, one of the first to sell his blog for 7 figures. Jim Wang founded Bargaineering.com. It was a side hob...

340: Ask Farnoosh, How much should we save monthly in our 529 account?

22 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Ask Farnoosh I answer your biggest questions about how much money to set aside monthly in a 529 account, effectively asking fo...

339: Adam Carroll, Founder of National Financial Educators

21 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're looking at $1.3 trillion in student loan debt. Outstanding student loan debt in this country has surpassed credit card debt and it’s a ...

338: Mark Kantrowitz, Financial Aid Expert

20 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have a very special and important guest as we dive into college affordability and student loans. Our guest today is a nationally recognized ...

337: Mark Moody, Co-Director of College Counseling at Colorado Academy

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is the co-director of College Counseling at the Colorado Academy, which is an independent prep school for grades pre-K through 12th gr...

336: John Wasik, Author of "The Debt Free Degree"

18 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It is college week on So Money! All week we’re dedicating the show to all aspects of college – How to afford it? How to pick the right school? How...

335: Ask Farnoosh, Should I Buy That Second Home?

15 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

For more information visit www.somoneypodcast.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

334: How to Save Half Your Income

14 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our guests today want to help you make 2016 the year you save HALF your income. I know what you’re thinking…"Say, what? It’s hard enough saving ...

333: Rebecca Minkoff, Fashion Designer

13 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest needs no introduction. If you’re a female under the age of 30 and you like fashion, you probably own something from this designer. S...

332: Steve Kamb, Nerd Fitness and "Level Up Your Life" Author

12 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Who was your favorite super hero growing up? I think mine was ... Who am I kidding? I didn't watch action movies or read comic books when I was a kid...

331: Chris Hogan, Author of "Retire Inspired"

11 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The focus on today's show is retirement. I have an incredible guest who is out with a new book this week on this very subject. His name is Chris Hogan...

330: Ask Farnoosh, How do my brother & I come to an agreement on family property?

08 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about coming to an agreement on family finances, getting rid of debt to improv...

329: Sherry, Save. Spend. Splurge. Blogger

07 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is anonymous, we only know her first name - it's Sherry from the Save. Spend. Splurge. blog. She is on the show by popuar request. A few...

328: Ann Shoket, Former Editor in Chief of Seventeen Magazine

06 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the former editor in chief of Seventeen magazine and one of the launch editors of CosmoGIRL. Ann Shoket has been named by Forbes as o...

327: Kailei Carr, Power Presence Expert

05 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is focused on helping you look, lead and live their best life. Kailei Carr advises C-level executives and successful entrepreneurs women...

326: Liz Weston, Personal Finance Columnist and Author of "Your Credit Score"

04 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest wears many hats. Liz Weston is an award-winning, nationally-syndicated personal finance columnist and the author of several books includ...

325: Ask Farnoosh, How do I move on from a money mistake?

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about moving on from a money mistake, teaching your children to invest their...

324: 2015 Highlights - Greatest Lessons Learned from Failure

31 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re closing out our end-of-year wrap. I’ve had such a fun time this week reminiscing and looking back at some of the great So Money interv...

323: 2015 Highlights - Starting Your Own Business

30 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We're heading into day 3 of the So Money Year End Wrap. As a reminder. this is how it works. Each day I have a special theme and share some excerpts ...

322: 2015 Highlights - Earn More

29 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s theme is about “earning more.” Probably my FAVORITE financial topic of all. You might know that I’m not a fan of couponing or cutting ...

321: 2015 Highlights - Health & Wealth

28 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks the last week of 2015 and I thought what better way to close out the year than to reflect on some of the wonderful lessons my guests have ...

320: Tim Gunn, Project Runway Mentor

25 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Ladies and gentleman, this episode will forever be an absolute dream come true for me. The day that we had the Emmy Award-winning co-host of Lifetime’...

319: Jim Cramer, Co-Founder of TheStreet.com & Host of Mad Money

24 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest says he doesn’t like talking about personal wealth. He reveals this late in our interview, which kind of shocked me and made feel a bit ba...

318: Derek and Carrie, One Bed One Bank Account Authors

23 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Money is a taboo topic as we know, which is why so many of you come to listen to this show. Here, we go where most conversations DON'T. And when you’...

317: Andrew Fiebert, Listen Money Matters Founder

22 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the founder of Listen Money Matters, which is the “ultimate personal finance resource” as they call it on their website. Andrew F...

316: Jordan Harbinger, Founder of The Art of Charm

21 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest you probably know him by his voice. He is the co-founder of The Art of Charm podcast, Jordan Harbinger. Once upon a time he was a Wal...

315: Ask Farnoosh, Should I contribute to a 529 plan while paying off cc debt?

18 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Ask Farnoosh, I answer your biggest questions about contributing to a 529 and emergency fund while paying down credit card ...

314: Beau Henderson, Founder of RichLifeAdvisors.com

17 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest wears many hats... he's a certified financial advisor, syndicated radio host of The RichLife and bestselling author of the book The R...

313: The Debt Free Guys, David Auten & John Schneider

16 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got two wonderful guests today. A couple, in fact, David Auten and John Schneider, also known as the Debt Free Guys. They’re making headline...