The Miko Love Podcast
Episodes
28: What Are We Getting Wrong About Financial Freedom?
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love explores the true meaning of financial freedom, challenging the conventional notions that e...
27: Breaking the Cycle of Habitual Shopping
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love delves into the complex issue of habitual shopping, exploring its psychological roots, emot...
26: How I Bought My Dream Home With Cash — My Personal Story
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love shares her personal journey of buying her dream home with cash. She discusses the importanc...
25: Social Media, Perfection, and the Price We’re All Paying
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love explores the pervasive issue of perfectionism in the age of social media, particularly Inst...
24: The Truth Behind My Debt Story: More Than Just the Numbers
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love shares her transformative journey from being over $77,000 in debt to achieving financial fr...
23: Why Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Answer (And What to Strive for Instead)
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love engages with wellness expert Kristel Bauer to explore the complexities of work-life balance...
22: Raising Financially Savvy Kids with Maya Corbic
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love speaks with Maya Corbic, a financial educator passionate about teaching kids about money. T...
21: Running Safety for Women: Hard Truths & How to Stay Safe
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love discusses the critical issue of running safety for women. As she trains for her first ultra...
BONUS: My Mom’s Death, the Autopsy Information I Never Got, and the Fight for Change
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love shares her journey through grief following the unexpected loss of her mothe...
BONUS: Forget Resolutions—Here’s What I’m Focusing On in 2025
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love reflects on the significance of choosing a word for the year as a guiding principle for per...
20: Season One Finale: What’s Next?
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this reflective episode, Kumiko Love, the host of the Miko Love Podcast, shares insights from the first season, highlighting key moments, listener ...
19: Carrying the Mental Load - The True Cost of Invisible Labor
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love uncovers the unseen world of invisible labor—the mental and emotional work that keeps hou...
18: Investing for Beginners - Simple Steps to Start Growing Your Money with Jeremy Schneider
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko Love sits down with Jeremy Schneider, the founder of @PersonalFinanceClub, to make investing less int...
17: Accredited Financial Counselors: What We Do and Why It Matters
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love, an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), sits down with Jessica Moorhouse, an Accredited F...
16: Marketing Tactics to Watch Out for This Holiday Season
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love discusses the psychological tactics used by retailers during the holiday season that often ...
15: Is Your Attachment Style Helping or Hurting Your Relationships with Laura Caruso
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love and therapist Laura Caruso dive into attachment styles and their impact on relationships. T...
14: Dealing with Spending Guilt - How To Enjoy Your Money Without Regret
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love delves into the complex topic of spending guilt, exploring its emotional and psychological ...
13: Breaking Free from Comparison - How To Stop Measuring Your Life Against Others
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love delves into the pervasive issue of comparison, particularly in the context of social media....
12: Ask Me Anything: Kumiko Love Answers Your Questions
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love dives into a variety of topics centered around personal finance, budgeting, and the journey...
11: Mastering Emotional Spending with Paige Pritchard
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love engages with spending coach Paige Pritchard to explore the emotional and psychological aspe...
10: Why Sourdough? Exploring the Trend that’s Taking Over Kitchens with Andra Stefanescu
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love dives into the world of sourdough baking with expert Andra Stefanescu. They discuss the jou...
09: The Truth About Running - Expert Insights with Rhandi Orme
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love interviews Randi Orm, an accomplished ultra marathon runner and coach. They discuss Randi&a...
08: Ask Me Anything: Kumiko Love Answers Your Questions
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Kumiko Love answers your most pressing questions submitted by listeners! From budgeting tips and financial strategies to pers...
07: Creating Balance Through Setting Boundaries
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kumiko Love discusses the importance of setting boundaries in various areas of life, including emotional, mental, physical, financial...
06: From Surgery to Strength - Navigating C-Section Recovery with Nicole Alfred
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko Love chats with C-section recovery specialist Nicole Alfred.Nicole opens up about her personal journe...
05: Data Breach Fallout - Protecting Your Finances and Identity
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the growing threat of data breaches and identity theft, a concern that’s becoming all to...
04: Ask Me Anything: Kumiko Love Answers Your Questions
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Kumiko Love answers your most pressing questions submitted by listeners! From budgeting tips and financial strategies to pers...
03: Empowering Women in Salary Negotiations: Practical Advice from Fotini Iconomopoulos
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kumiko discusses the challenges of increasing income for single moms and the importance of negotiation with Fotini Iconomopoulos, the negotiator. Foti...
02: Cleaning up the Grief Process With Danielle Remigio
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Kumiko interviews Danielle Remigio about grief and loss, sharing their personal experiences of losing their parents and the chal...
01: What This Podcast IS and IS NOT
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Miko Love Podcast is where curiosity meets conversation. I'm Kumiko Love, also known as The Budget Mom, and I'm excited to take you on t...
Trailer: The Miko Love Podcast
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WELCOME TO THE MIKO LOVE PODCAST!This is a space where curiosity meets conversation. I'm your host, Kumiko Love, and when I am not educating abou...