So Money With Farnoosh Torabi

**Take Farnoosh’s quick survey here to enter to win a signed copy of A Healthy State of Panic.** Guest Eli Rallo is the author of the new book I Didn’t Know I Needed This, a to-do list of self-appreciation and validation and answers to questions like who texts first after the first date? What am I supposed to do with a broken heart? Eli is a fast-rising TikTok star and accomplished writer. In the episode, she shares details of her financial life, the root of her work ethic, and why writing is at the root of her multi-platform business.

**Take Farnoosh's quick survey here to enter to win a signed copy of A Healthy State of Panic.** The childcare system is broken and mothers are largely paying the price. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as many as 100,000 Americans have been forced to stay home from work each month because of childcare problems. The economic toll amounts to $122 billion yearly in lost earnings, productivity, and revenue. Guest Danielle Weisberg is co-founder of TheSkimm, and her team has done research into this as well. In its report called The State of Women, the digital media company uncovers the realities and challenges women face today with resources to change the status quo. Their #ShowUsYourChildCare campaign inspires them to share how they support working parents. In the episode, Danielle shares insights from the report, including the financial and mental toll on working parents, specifically mothers, and how employees and employers can work together to provide more effect

This week, Farnoosh addresses audience questions about how to get out of the financial grind with a life-changing opportunity, free support for getting out of debt and high yield savings versus investing. Which is better? Plus: Farnoosh talks about what she actually *wants* her kids to be afraid of.Fill out her quick survey for the chance to win a free copy of A Healthy State of Panic.Reserve tickets to Farnoosh's Los Angeles events.Read Farnoosh's interview in ScaryMommy.Join Farnoosh’s Mentorship Program!

Today, we're diving into the art and science of making life’s big decisions and pivots with Stacy Ennis. Stacy and her family live a location-independent life in Portugal and throughout the years she has made some challenging (and exciting) career and life moves that may be unconventional but support her vision of a "beyond better life." Among them: living abroad and being the breadwinner while her husband is the primary caregiver. What drives her choices and how does she navigate uncertainty and cultural pressures? More about Stacy: She is a best-selling author, book coach, and speaker on a mission to help leaders clarify their ideas and harness their unique stories to make an impact. Her background includes ghostwriting for a Nobel Prize winner in medicine and leading as executive editor of Sam’s Club’s Healthy Living Made Simple, a publication that reached around 11 million readers. Her best-selling book, co-written with Ron Price, is Growing Influence: A Story of How to Lead with Character, Expertise, and

Brad Barrett, the co-founder of ChooseFI, joins us to share his latest financial perspectives and views on FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) and some small ways to cut thousands of dollars per year from your budget.Join Farnoosh in Los Angeles in December for book events.Apply for Farnoosh's group mentorship program.

What's going on with the stock market's downward movement since the summer? Is 2024 a good year to buy real estate? Special guest co-host Hilary Hendershott is the founder of Hendershott Wealth Management, a leading financial advisory and profit consulting firm for women and couples. She hosts Love, your Money (formerly Profit Boss® Radio), a weekly financial podcast where she and her guests offer inspiration and actionable advice. This episode originally aired on November 2, 2023.

A growing number of Millennial couples are opting to sign prenuptial agreements ahead of marriage. What's the purpose, who needs one and what do couples disagree on most when preparing their prenups? Guest Aaron Thomas is the founder of Prenups.com and author of the new book, The Prenup Prescription.

Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, is back again with important financial advice, as we navigate life's uncertainties. How do we get financially creative to solve current economic challenges? What's the best way to prepare kids for managing an inheritance? What are some items we tend to overlook when estate planning? Tiffany's latest financial tool is a new workbook called Made Whole: The Practical Guide to Reaching Your Financial Goals, which offers a practical approach to transforming financial dreams into reality.  

As layoffs surge, Farnoosh addresses audience questions about the smartest ways to navigate finances and their lifestyle after losing a job.Join Farnoosh in Los Angeles in December for book events.Apply for Farnoosh's group mentorship program.Listen to this week's episode on #tradwives.

The "tradwife," short for "traditional wife" is a fast-growing lifestyle that emulates the 1950's housewife and can be seen everywhere on social media today. You may have encountered a tradwife on TikTok or Instagram; she's typically a full-time domestic caregiver, bows to her husband, and has little to no financial independence. Some accounts are a parody. Many are real. Some consider this a movement against modern feminism and the burnout culture so many women experience as they aspire to "have it all." Journalist and author Jo Piazza has been following the tradwife culture for the past year and shares her insights.More about Jo Piazza: She is a bestselling author, podcast creator of Under the Influence, and award-winning journalist. You can subscribe to her very popular Substacks: Over the Influence.Jo is the national and international bestselling author of The Sicilian Inheritance (which debuts in 2024), We Are Not Like Them, You Were Always Mine, Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win, The Knockoff, and How to Be

How do we decide with ease? The idea of having the power to choose, to choose a different direction, to speak up to authority, to let go, to create, to shut down, sounds good. But life isn’t always that simple. Making high-stakes decisions involving work, money, and family can be frightening.Our guest is Stef Ziev, former TV executive turned certified life and executive coach. Her new book is called THE CHOICE IS YOURS: A Simple Approach to Live and Lead With More Joy, Ease, and Purpose.This is an encore episode from July 10, 2023.

On today's show, the people who inspire Farnoosh. Also, higher education reimbursements, choosing between retirement plans, and how to create a prenup. Listen to the episode with Farnoosh's dad. And sign up for her free call on all her book marketing insights.

Guest Frenchie Ferenczi was the Director of Community at The Wing during the rise and fall of the #Girlboss era and was caught in the crosshairs. She candidly shares what happened, what she learned, and her approach to supporting women entrepreneurs today as a business strategist and advisor.Today Frenchie takes her learnings to help online business owners do the right work at the right time to stay on the path to consistent revenue growth. From having sold-out launches to spending more time with their kids, she empowers her clients to achieve their biggest business goals without falling victim to the business grind. Follow Frenchie on Instagram and grab her free offer, "37 Stupid-Easy Ways to Increase Your Revenue."

In his book, Die with Zero, Bill Perkins challenges the notion of passing down your wealth. In fact, during a health screening, his doctor asked in the evaluation about financial stress: “Do you have fears of running out of money?” Bill said, “I hope I run out of money!”We discuss the merits of spending more money in your living years, how to calculate getting to “enough” net worth and balancing taking care of children and dependents with the notion of dying with zero.Bill is the CEO of BrisaMax Holdings. After training on Wall Street, he made his fortune in Houston as an energy trader. He has been Reuters, Financial Times, TIME magazine, Cigar Aficionado, BusinessInsider, and appears frequently on CNBC.This episode originally aired August 3, 2020.

What's going on with the stock market's downward movement since the summer? Is 2024 a good year to buy real estate? Special guest co-host Hilary Hendershott is the founder of Hendershott Wealth Management, a leading financial advisory and profit consulting firm for women and couples. She hosts Love, your Money (formerly Profit Boss® Radio), a weekly financial podcast where she and her guests offer inspiration and actionable advice. 

On today's show, guest Ruchi Pinniger, the Founder and CEO of Watch Her Prosper®, offers a new paradigm for defining prosperity and explains the real work involved in manifesting wealth.More about Ruchi: After close to 20 years in the corporate world, primarily on Wall Street, she was called to work with women to ensure they live their most prosperous lives. Her work has served hundreds of women and has been featured in Millie Magazine, Best Self Magazine, Seema Magazine, BBC.com, and on SiriusXM Karen Hunter Show. You can follow Ruchi on Instagram @WatchHerProsper.

Today's episode holds a special place in my heart. As a parent navigating the unique challenges of raising a child with ADHD, I've sought insights, understanding, and practical strategies to support our son for several years.Guest Nicole Symcox is a licensed psychotherapist and mental health educator and offers tools and strategies to help ADHD brains of all ages thrive. We discuss the nuances of ADHD and practical tips for fostering a supportive environment. For listeners who would like to explore Nicole’s audio course, Parenting ADHD Brains, she's reserved the code SOMONEY25 to receive 25% off at checkout. Learn more here.

This Friday: How to find the time and support to finish a book?Advice on rebuilding your finances after a divorce, the ins and outs of 529 plans, how adult kids can engage their aging parents in a discussion about their retirement and long-term financial plans, and a credit card conundrum.Reserve to see Farnoosh in Los Angeles on December 18.Apply for Farnoosh's coaching program.Leave an Amazon review for A Healthy State of Panic.

We explore money, happiness, work, and meaning with Paul Ollinger, comedian, speaker, and host of Crazy Money. We catch up from his previous appearance on So Money to talk about his life post-Facebook, what happens when you fall into a lot of money, and navigating the uncertainty in the entertainment world.

We're separating fact from fiction and learning the science and savings to healthy skin. What does our skin need to thrive, and can all skin types have the same care routine?Guest Dr. Mireille "Mimi" Vega is a respected chemist, public speaker, and pioneering figure in skin microbiome studies. She is on a mission to share the truth about healthy skin and simplified routines. Drawing from 30 years of trials and discoveries and her daughter's skincare struggles, she realized that the traditional multi-step approach to skincare simply didn't add up. This realization sparked a revolutionary idea that finally bridged the gap between skincare and scientific understanding: the ONE HUMAN SKIN Approach to skin health. Learn more about her work and award-winning skincare solution here.