Two Black Guys with Good Credit
Episodes
No Credit History? No Problem, Create Your Own!
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Experian credit-reporting firm will soon allow millions of U.S. consumers without a credit report to create their own and start generating a credi...
Decoding Financial Acronyms
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The finance world is filled with complex terminology, but shortening them to acronyms like HELOC or SPAC doesn't always make them easier to understand...
Throwback Thursday with Arlington Forbes - Kobe Bryant the Mamba Mentality
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In loving memory of my brother Arlington Forbes and to ensure his voice and messages continue to live, every Thursday we will replay classic episodes ...
Tips to Beat Inflation at the Grocery Store
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As inflation continues to climb, Americans are spending more of their household budget on food. This episode we discuss ways of going grocery shopping...
Ok so Your Credit Score Went up But Your Interest Rates are Still High.... Let's Fix that!
22 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we are celebrating the people that have increased their credit score!! Congratulations!! But, these credit card companies are not lowerin...
Throwback Thursday with Arlington Forbes - For the Love of Money
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In loving memory of my brother Arlington Forbes and to ensure his voice and messages continue to live, every Thursday we will replay classic episodes ...
How to Find Your Dream Job
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The tight labor market has opened up many more opportunities for job seekers than in previous years. Let's discuss how to get clarity about where you ...
How to Ask Your Boss for a Raise
15 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Companies are setting aside more money for wage increases than usual. So how can you be among the workers getting a raise this year? This episode we d...
Throwback Thursday with Arlington Forbes - Blinging Til Your Broke.
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In loving memory of my brother Arlington Forbes and to ensure his voice and messages continue to live, every Thursday we will replay classic episodes ...
How Much Should I Tip, Even if You Don't Got It!"
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People often give gifts in the form of money to service workers they've done business with throughout the year. But this year, you simply don't got it...
Debit Card vs Credit Card
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Credit cards and debit cards each have their pros and cons, but which is truly better? This episode we breakdown the differences and which card better...
Is Saving Still the Right Thing to Do??
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Savings rates soared to record levels during the pandemic, but is savings no longer the right thing to do with your money? Are banks paying us enough ...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 6
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week wo...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 5
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week workshop ser...
In Loving Memory of Arlington Forbes - The Financial Impact of Losing a Loved One
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With great sadness we are announcing the passing of one of our original founders Arlington Forbes. Arlington battled with cancer over the last four ye...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 4
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week workshop ser...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 3
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week workshop ser...
The Supply Chain Crisis
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout the pandemic, businesses of all sizes have faced delays, product shortages and rising costs linked to disruptions in the global supply chai...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 2
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week workshop ser...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 1
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Fall 2021 Financial Literacy 8-week workshop ser...
Throwback - Mayor Elect Eric Adams on "The Power of Financial Literacy"
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we are interviewing Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams to discuss the importance of financial literacy. President Adam is on a miss...
How Older Workers Can Combat Ageism While Job Hunting
30 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even as older Americans make up a larger percentage of the workforce, many find themselves facing age discrimination in their attempts to find a new j...
How to Tell if a Company Really is Family-Friendly
16 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a record numbers of workers look for new jobs, many are seeking out companies that offer flexibility and work-life balance. This episode we are pro...
How to Spot and Fix Errors on Your Credit Report
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Credit reports errors can hurt your ability to get a loan for a car or home. It can also cost you higher interest payments or exclude you from great o...
Buy Now Pay Later
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
More merchants are teaming up with "buy now, pay later" companies to offer consumers with poor credit or no credit the opportunity to pay installments...
Rethinking Your Relationship with Work
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are your fulfilling your purpose? Does your work give you a sense of meaning? This episode we attempt to understand the correlation between meaning, p...
Poverty
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode we discuss how natural disasters, COVID, the vaccine, and remote learning impact's the poor the hardest compared to the middle class a...
Top 10 Mistakes When Hiring a Financial Advisor!!!
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Has it been difficult to find the right financial advisor? Have you or are you taking financial advice from who you know isn't the right or qualified ...
Instructure Bill 2021 - Get on the Money Train!!
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Both the House and the Senate passing the $3.5 Trillion Budget means it's time to get excited. This Bill is going to create an enormous amount of oppo...
The Great Labor Shortage!!
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are living in a unique time where there is an over supply of jobs. With 9.2 million jobs available and employers desperate to fill positions this i...
Top 10 Financial Tips for Seniors
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the sequel to our previous episode "Assisted Living vs Nursing Home". We dig deeper in this episode to come up with financial tips tha...
Assisted Living vs Nursing Home
31 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This show is about making the tough decision if you have to decide which is best for your elderly loved one’s “Assisted Living vs Nursing Home”....
How to Monetize Your Podcast
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have a podcast? Starting a podcast? Thinking of starting a podcast? If yes, to any of the questions this episode is for you. We bring back the Podfath...
Throwback - A Credit Card is Not a Mortgage
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go way back to the basics. We pulled out a credit card statement and some credit card offers and we walk you through them line by l...
Market Watch -The US Labor Market by Percent
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode we invite Prath Reddy from Percent Investments to discuss the US Labor Market. Is it a good time to look for ano...
Top 20 Side Hustles Post Pandemic
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the “no excuse” episode because we provide you with top 20 side hustles post pandemic. These special hand select side hustles will pr...
Financial Tips for Men
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The previous episode we discussed Financial Tips for Women…well guess what this episode we discuss Financial Tips for Men. Yep, we provide the finan...
Top 10 Financial Tips for Women
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we celebrate Woman’s History month in June by providing the Top 10 Financial Tips for Women. Yeah yeah we know Woman’s History Mon...
Business Spotlight - From Red to Black!
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Business Spotlight: This episode we highlight funeral owner Pastor Shane Scott. Pastor Scott takes us through his journey of acquiring a funeral busin...
NFL Financial Literacy Webinar Part 3
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We at Two Black Guys with Good Credit felt that many professional athletes were mismanaging their finances due to lack of education regarding financia...
Market Watch - What's Up with Real Estate - by Percent Alternative Investments
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Percent Alternative Investments to discuss what the heck is going on...
NFL Financial Literacy Webinar Part 2
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We at Two Black Guys with Good Credit felt that many professional athletes were mismanaging their finances due to lack of education regarding financia...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls - The Overwhelm Struggle is Real, 3 Quick Ways to Disrupt It.
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The struggle with overwhelm has been coming up a lot lately with my coaching clients and especially with my fellow entrepreneurs out there 'grinding' ...
NFL Financial Literacy Webinar Part 1
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We at Two Black Guys with Good Credit felt that many professional athletes were mismanaging their finances due to lack of education regarding financia...
Financial Abuse - The Warnings!!
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Financial abuse involves controlling a victims ability to acquire, use, and maintain financial resources. The abuser can be husband/wife, boyfriend/gi...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 8
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls - 5 Ways Subtly Toxic People Can Hinder Your Success
02 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
They say one of the number one rules of success is surrounding yourself with POSITIVE PEOPLE. For many, it is not their drive, commitment or creativit...
SBA and Unemployment - Scam and Fraud Alert!
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Federal and State Government providing billions of dollars in loans, grants, and unemployment benefits has caused a frenzy with people attempting ...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 7
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
The Verdict
24 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On April 20, 2021, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of murder and manslaughter. Almost a year before, while on duty, C...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN SPRING 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 6
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls - Self Compassion Will Take You From Striving to Thriving
18 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Now more than ever we are learning just how important it is to be kind to ourselves; that how we speak to ourselves matters. These are all forms self-...
Transferable Skills that Employers Love!
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to get that long awaited promotion, in between jobs, ready for a change, or simply stuck in a job?? Well this is the episode for you, both Mat ...
Market Watch - President Biden's Infrastructure Plan by Cadence
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Cadence Alternative Investments to discuss President Biden’s infra...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls - 5 Ways to Push the RESET Button on Your Life?
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taking the leap from a 20-year fashion career to become a social entrepreneur and podcast host teaching financial literacy to now fusing her passion w...
Top 10 Ways to Invest $100
03 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello good people we have Arlington back again along with Keren and myself to provide the top 10 ways to invest $100. This episode for the procrastina...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 5
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
What the Heck to do with Your Stimulus Cash!
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we bring back Arlington to discuss "What the heck to do with your stimulus cash". We breakdown the do's and don'ts and Shaun sings his 90...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 4
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls-Celebrating Your Wins Keeps You #WINNING
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was inspired by a bi-weekly session I co-host with Michelle McLymont, a serial Entrepreneur, Advocate for small business and Accountabili...
$1.9 Trillion - Who Gets What???
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready people this episode Arlington is back again along with our reoccurring stimulus expert Alex to breakdown what’s in this new $1.9 trillion ...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 3
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
7 Ways to Avoid Bank Fees
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we discuss a $34 billion industry that we have all reluctantly supported at our own expense. That’s right—it’s all about hideous b...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 2
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls -6 Healthy Tips for Negotiation in Relationships
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In relationships, we’re negotiating time, needs, purchases, where to vacation, chores.... I hope this episode helps you create a space where support...
Market Watch - Long-term Interest Rates by Cadence
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Cadence Alternative Investments back to break down long-term interes...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Spring 2021 Financial Literacy Series Class 1
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN, hosted by Shaun Lynda, is conducting its Spring 2021 Financial Literacy 8 week workshop s...
Buzzwords!
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we bring back Arlington Forbes, his wife Jackie, and Saran Nurse to have an open discussion about what key words about small business mea...
Taliah Waajid - The Queen of Natural Hair Care
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we continue to celebrate black excellence for Black History Month with successful entrepreneur Taliah Waajid. Ms. Waajid began h...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls- Power of Forgiveness
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The best advice I every got around forgiveness is "It's for YOU not for them." Very wise words. I go even deeper with the Mother & Daughter Life C...
Tis the Tax Season!!
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tax law is GREY! Unlike the hosts of this podcast, it is not black and white. This episode, we bring back tax and small business loan gurus Tammy and ...
Shut Up, Just Do It!!
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shut up, just do it!!! This episode is for the over-thinkers, the analysis / paralysis people, and those that give every excuse why it won’t wo...
Business Spotlight - Black History Month We Celebrate Small Business Owners Saran Nurse and Chris Sainsbury!
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Business Spotlight: It’s Black History Month and this episode we highlight small black business owners Saran Nurse from Kiki’s Pet Spa and Boutiqu...
Our Favorite Black Owned Businesses
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we kick off Black History Month! Matt, Keren, and Shaun sound off on their favorite black-owned businesses and spotlight innovat...
Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls -Whatever Happened to the Lady with the Facts?
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
~Sunday Conversations with Dionne Nicholls ~ Live Your Best Life For YouIt's time to debunk the mystery, the rumors and finally get the scoop on whate...
Wealth Mindset - 7 Streams of Income
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we unlock the secret of obtaining wealth by discussing the income streams that will GUARANTY you financial success. This episode is ab...
Robbing the Hood
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down the current drama that’s happening with GameStop, Robinhood, Reddit, and hedge funds! Honorary fourth Black Guy, Prat...
Good Credit or Bad Credit We Have the Right Credit Card for You!!
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we discuss your best credit cards options regardless of your credit score. If you have baller credit, we have the right card for you! If...
Cash is Dead??
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
CASH IS KING! Or is it? This episode we get to the bottom of everyone’s burning question: is cash dead? Are we getting closer a cashless society? Is...
Market Watch - Examining the Executive Orders by Cadence Alternative Investments
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Cadence Alternative Investments back to break down the financial imp...
7 Ways Savings Boost Your Mental Health
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part 2 of our savings series and we discuss the mental wellness that savings can bring. Not only does saving build your wealth experts...
7 Tips to Get Your Savings Game Up!
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we give you 7 tips to help you get your New Years savings resolution started. Stop procrastinating once and for all! It’s easier than ...
15 Reasons Why You are Broke!!
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we discuss the top 15 reasons why YOU are broke! If you are offended by this episode, then this is the show for you! If you’re not offe...
Is America Great?
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the current turmoil and upheaval in the US, this episode we ask: ”IS AMERICA STILL GREAT?” We answer this question the only way Two Bl...
In the Bag - Mailbag January 2021
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we reach back into the mail bag as we do every month! We answer your burning questions on capitalism, credit scores, and what is a good ...
Special Edition - America Divided 1721
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The events of January 7, 2021 were unbelievable!! In complete dis-belief Arlington, Mat and Shaun decided they needed to do a Two Black Guys with Good...
Public.com - Investing Made Social
02 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we interview co-CEO of investment platform Public.com Lief Abraham! Lief and his team created a whole new way to invest by crossing the ...
Mark McMillian from Professional Athlete to Entrepreneur
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, we interview retired NFL player Mark McMillen! We discuss Mark’s transition from pro athlete to entrepreneur, how he managed his money...
Market Watch -The Financial Rollercoaster of 2020 & the Prediction of 2021 by Cadence Alternative Investments
25 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family and happy holidays. On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Cadence Alternative Investments back to review th...
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Why it Makes Good Business
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we salute Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and why they make good business! We sat down with Christian Taylor, a ...
Public vs Private and the Winner is......
19 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shaun introduces his longtime friend Elias Rafoul to break down the pros and cons of working in the private vs public sector. In his ...
The Art of Job HUNTING!!
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you job HUNTING or job strolling? In this episode, we break down what it really takes to attack the job market by providing you with a top ten lis...
My Frugal Jewish Parents
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Keren bares it all! Keren explains the sometimes hilarious things her parents did to save and budget in order achieve the American Dre...
The Business of Unmarried Couples
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you in a relationship—but haven’t tied the knot? In this episode, we discuss the business of being in a relationship and NOT married! With fin...
Investment Scams - Don't Get Got!!
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we discuss how to avoid an investment scam! We take you through our top ten ways how—as we say in Brooklyn—to not get got. P...
Market Watch - Return on Investment (ROI) by Cadence Alternative Investments
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello podcast family! On this episode of Market Watch, we invite Prath Reddy from Cadence Alternative Investments back to break down “Return on Inve...
Vernon Foster - The Podfather
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we introduce you to the Podfather of this podcast, Vernon Foster. We dig deep to understand the do’s and don’ts of podcasting, p...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2020 Financial Literacy Series Class 7
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN is conducting its Fall 2020 Financial Literacy 7 week workshop series. This workshop takes...
Quickie: Networking During a Pandemic
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic has upended the rules of networking. This episode we provide the "do's and don'ts" of online networking. We provide tips that will help y...
Special Edition - Financially CLEAN Fall 2020 Financial Literacy Series Class 6
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Pod Family, our parent organization Financially CLEAN is conducting its Fall 2020 Financial Literacy 7 week workshop series. This workshop takes...