Money Chill Out
Hi, I am Marieka, and welcome to Money Chill Out! On this podcast, I want to dive into the world of the often unspoken topic of money. Effective personal finance management can be a great liberator but also a huge stress factor in our lives. After a 10y career on trading floors in London, I want to help demystify the intimidating world of finance and have an open, honest, and frank conversation. By opening the discussion I wish you identify yourself, learn, be inspired, and get empowered. Every other week, I will be joined by guests for a conversation on...
Wed, April 16, 2025
#101 : Fair couple finances
💭 Think financial fairness means splitting everything 50/50? It’s time to rethink that. The truth is, it’s an illusion to contribute 50/50 all the time—and that’s okay. What matters is equity, not equality in how couples manage money. On today’s episode of Money Chill Out , I’m thrilled to welcome Marie Lahya, founder of À parts égales , to explore how couples can build a fair financial approach that works for both partners. 🎙️ Episode #102 – What We Cover: 🔹 Why Marie Lahya became passionate about personal finance 🔹 The key difference between equity vs. equality in money matters 🔹 How an equitable approach makes daily financial decisions easier 🔹 Tips for opening a healthy financial discussion with your partner 🔹 How she approaches real estate investments as a couple 💡 This conversation will challenge your thinking about money in relationships. I urge you to listen and reflect on how you and your partner handle finances!
Wed, April 02, 2025
#100 : Exclusive interview with Marieka Finot!
🎉 Money Chill Out Podcast: EPISODE #100! 🎙️✨ Wow… can you believe it? 100 episodes! When I started this journey, I had no idea where it would lead, but here we are—four years later, still inspired, still learning, and still growing. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without YOU—our amazing listeners. Whether you’ve been tuning in since day one or just discovered the podcast, I appreciate every single one of you. Your support, feedback, and enthusiasm fuel this journey! To celebrate, I’m doing something different for this special episode. Usually, I’m the one asking the questions, but this time, I’m sharing my own story. In an exclusive interview, I open up about: 💡 How I built my coaching business from scratch 💰 The mindset shifts that changed my approach to money & entrepreneurship 🌍 My journey from London trading floors to coaching clients across five continents ⚡ The key lessons I’ve learned from working with people at every stage of their financial journey This podcast started as a passion project—a way to bring financial literacy, empowerment, and money peace of mind to more people. And today, it’s grown into something much bigger: a community, a conversation, and a tool for real transformation. So here’s to 100 episodes down—and many more to come! 🚀
Wed, March 19, 2025
#99 : Mastering the multi-millionnaire mindset - Charlie Panayi
This is the story of an unusual kid🎙️ At just 7 years old, Charlie set a goal: financial freedom. By 12, he was doing small jobs. By 16, he was working. By 18, he bought his first house. By 21, he was financially free. 💡 But here’s the twist—money was never the goal. Freedom was. Now that he has it, how does he ensure he doesn’t feel lost? In Money Chill Out #99, we dive deep into: ✅ His incredibly intentional journey ✅ What helped him achieve financial freedom so young ✅ How he avoids the “now what?” trap ✅ What he’d do differently if he could start over ✅ Why excuses are dream killers ✅ The importance of structuring your time
Wed, March 05, 2025
#98 : Navigating financial transitions - Donna Kendrick
Loss & Financial Survival: A Must-Listen Conversation 💰 At 40, Donna became a widow with three young kids. In the midst of grief, a few key things saved her financially: a solid financial advisor and life insurance. Now, she dedicates her work to helping families navigate major financial transitions. On Episode #98 of the Money Chill Out Podcast, we had an eye-opening discussion about: 🎙️ The crucial role of life insurance 🎙️ Financial surprises that come after a spouse’s passing 🎙️ Her widowhood guide 🎙️ How to protect your family’s future 🎙️ The financial decisions she would have made differently 🎙️ Why prenups matter when you (re)marry This episode is packed with real-life insights that could make all the difference in a family’s financial security.
Wed, February 19, 2025
#97 : Get a better life, not just a better return - with Lee Gleave
"Am I going to be okay?" This is, without a doubt, the most frequently asked question in financial planning. It often comes in different forms: 💰 Can I afford to retire when I want to? 🏡 Can I maintain my current lifestyle? For Money Chill Out , I had the pleasure of welcoming Lee, a lifestyle financial planner, to dive deep into these questions. In this episode #97, we discussed: 🔹 How financial planning has evolved over the past two decades 🔹 The essence of lifestyle financial planning 🔹 Key aspects of building a solid roadmap 🔹 Unique financial considerations for expats 🔹 The big question: How much is enough? Tune in for valuable insights that could help you take control of your financial future!
Wed, February 05, 2025
#96 : Money moves & Hip Hop - Drew Boyer
Music is a universal language— it’s everywhere, shaping culture and inspiring millions. But behind the fame and fortune, valuable money lessons must be learned. That’s exactly why Money Chill Out Podcast episode # 96 dives into the wins and fails of music legends to bring personal finance insights to life. With Drew Boyer, CFP®, author of Hip Hop and Finance, we discussed his book packed with fascinating success stories and cautionary tales from the music industry. Whether you're a die-hard music fan or just looking for smart financial advice, there’s something in it for you!
Wed, January 22, 2025
#95 : Energetics wealth with Kayleigh Provins
Do you believe the energy you carry in your subconscious beliefs, emotions, and values dictates your ability to attract, circulate, and hold on to money? If yes, you’re at the right place! Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure of welcoming Kayleigh Provins , a money mindset coach In this episode # 94, we spoke about : 💡 What is money energetics 💥 What are the most common beliefs around money 🌈 Why money is linked to water 🎯 How to reach effortless wealth creation
Wed, January 08, 2025
#94 : Great paycheck, crap personal life?
Rich and happy How do you find the right balance? How can you have the money, the career, and some personal achievements? Lucie Lachaux may be able to help She has been in this situation. At 29, she was CFO, but something crucial was missing. She felt empty and found it hard to connect with people. So she quit, and fast forward she now coaches top achievers to also thrive in their personal life In this Money Chill Out Podcast episode # 94, we spoke about : 💥 Why she quit her CFO role 💫 How she reconnected with herself 💰 How she planned to leap money-wise ‼️ The hardest thing in her journey 🌈 Tips to increase your happiness
Wed, December 18, 2024
#93 : Bold money
Are you bold with your money? Do you dive face-first into investment projects? Do you have a very high risk tolerance? It's rare to hear women so audacious about their finances, so today, I am thrilled to welcome Melissa M. In this Money Chill Out Podcast #93, we talked about : 🔥 Being a serial entrepreneur 🚀 What is her definition of being audacious 💫 How to be bold with money? 🤩 Her bold money moves 💡 How she does it
Wed, November 27, 2024
#92 : zero stress mortgage experience
Do you want to get empowered with the biggest purchase of your life? And have a zero-stress mortgage experience? “People fall in love with properties without sitting down to do the maths”, don't be one of them! 💥 Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, I welcome Jennifer Beeston, one of the top 1% mortgage lenders in the US In this episode # 93, we talked about : 💫 Key elements of a mortgage ✅ Her best tips ‼️ The main mistake people do 🤔 Why so many people don't remortgage? 🎯 The process to get the best deals 🌈 Expat considerations
Wed, November 13, 2024
#91 : investing in furniture
Have you ever thought of renting office furniture instead of making a big investment? And investing in furniture as part of your portfolio? For the Money Chill Out Podcast, I interviewed Aïssa Laroussi, the CEO of Enky | Furniture Solutions and I learned a ton! In this episode # 91, we spoke about : 💡 Why Enky? 🎯 The advantages of renting vs. buying 🌈 Monthly subscription service 💫 Furniture as an asset class 🤩 His favorite design, and spoiler it's Portuguese!
Wed, October 30, 2024
#90 : Financial inclusion
😳 1.7 billion people in the world are still unbanked, or 31% of adults * This is crazy That's why financial inclusion is such an important topic. And guess what? It's not only about giving banking access but about making sure people use the tools effectively. Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, I have the pleasure of welcoming Andrew Barros, who after spending 2 decades in the financial advisory and family office space, wants to make a bigger impact 🔥 In this episode # 90, we exchanged on : 💡What is financial inclusion 💥The main barriers people can face ❌ The groups likely to be excluded 🚀 The breakthroughs over the past decades 💫 The role of fin techs and big banks 🙋♀️What you can do at your level *World Bank data, 2017
Wed, October 16, 2024
#89 : Digital assets - Investing in websites
You're in the corporate world and want to exit the rat race? You have a few properties, can't borrow anymore, and want high cash flows? Have you ever considered buying websites? Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, I am welcoming Matt Raad, CEO of eBusiness Institute Australia who has built his wealth thanks to this niche alternative asset class. In this episode # 89, we spoke about : 🌈 What they do 💡The components of a website ✅ The process for buying a website 🚀 How to add value 💥 The risks
Wed, October 02, 2024
#88 : International money transfers
Sick of international banking fees? I have the man for you For the Money Chill Out podcast, I interviewed Tanguy, CFO, and expert in managing foreign exchange You don’t want to spend : 1 to 10% in conversion fees? 10 to 15$ in transfer fees? Up to 5% in ATM withdrawal fees? Up to 5% in credit card foreign transaction fees? Intermediary banking fees? You’re right, there is no need to throw money out the window! Instead, let’s get empowered!
Wed, September 18, 2024
#87 : Travel hacking
Already looking for your next trip? Want to travel for free? This is Julian Fung's story for Money Chill Out Podcast In this episode # 87, we spoke about : 💫 How to turn expenses into experiences 💰 How he saved $250k 🎯 Tips to keep it simple 💥 The best timings to find good deals 🚀 Advantages of points
Wed, September 04, 2024
#86 : Work less, live more
Work less, live more. Sounds appealing? Today for Money Chill Out Podcast, I welcome Mandy Pao, a HK based entrepreneur who, after facing burnout, decided to redesign her life. She now works 25 hours a week over 4 days and has never felt more aligned. In this episode # 85, we are talking about : 💫Opening up on work-life balance 💥 Her values of freedom and flexibility ✅ Why less is sometimes more 💥Tips to improve efficiency
Wed, July 24, 2024
#85 : Transmitting wealth without entitlement
Did you know that only 20% of US millionaires inherited wealth? That within a generation, 70% of the wealth is lost? And by the 2nd generation, 90% is gone? Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast I welcome Julia Myers , an ex-pharmacist reconverted into a financial literacy expert to help us build a financial legacy. In this episode # 85, we are talking about : 🔢 Key Statistics 🎯What makes good successions 💫 How to open up about money ✅ Tips to avoid conflicts with money 🚀 Her legacy
Wed, July 10, 2024
#84: Helping CEOs and entrepreneurs manage their treasury
We all know the saying "cash is king". But why is it that most entrepreneurs and CEOs don't do anything with it? Today for Money Chill Out, I am welcoming Alexandre Gaillot-Desneulin, an expert in cash management. In this episode, we have spoken about : 💡What are the options for your company's cash 🤔 Why do most entrepreneurs don't do anything with their cash 🎯 The pros and cons of investing your company's cash vs. your private cash
Wed, June 26, 2024
#83 : The retirement guy
"The standard recommendation is to put 15% of your paycheck into your retirement pot to get 50% of your salary when you retire". Delayed gratification is hard... That's why today I have the pleasure of welcoming Jamie Kyte , aka the retirement guy to speak about anything pension-related: In this Money Chill Out Podcast episode # 83, we covered : 🎯The biggest advantages to investing in your pension 🤔What happens if you die with a big pension pot ✅ Top tips to max out your pension 💰His retirement portfolio #retirement #retirementplanning #taxefficiency #investments #pension
Wed, June 12, 2024
#82 : Mind your money
"If you want to have an impact it is a bit more time-consuming than the normal way of investing" Today I welcome Andreas Lehner, author of Mind Your Money, a practical guide to sustainable investments to help you navigate and get inspired by the sustainable investment world. In this Money Chill Out Podcast episode # 82, we discuss : 🌳 His journey as a sustainable investor 💰 His investment portfolio ✅ Practical steps to implement ♻️ His book Mind Your Money
Wed, May 29, 2024
#81 : Behavioral finance
Do you think you are a rational investor? Sorry, but most probably not! We all have cognitive biases, emotions, and social factors that impact us. Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast I welcome Dr. Zineb Miriam Nouns, researcher and financial health coach, to speak about behavioral finance. In this episode # 81, we discuss : 💡What is behavioral finance? 🎯 How does it materialize in the stock market? 💫 What tips should we use 💥What she learned about herself 💰 Her investment portfolio #behavioralfinance #investing #financialliteracy #financialempowerment #moneyemotions
Wed, May 15, 2024
#80 : Investing in trees
Do you want to invest in a tangible product, help fight global warming, and have a social impact? Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, I am welcoming Daniel Dos Santos, founder of Treesition, an investment solution to invest in trees. In this episode #80 , we are talking about 🌳 What it means to invest in a tree 💥 Paulownia tree characteristics 💡 Investment specificities 💫 The social and environmental impacts 🌈 Diversification benefit #investing #trees #financialliteracy #impactinvesting #diversification
Thu, May 02, 2024
#79 : Investing in carbon credits
“With all the natural disasters and consequences of climate change, the estimated social cost is close to 180 euros the ton of carbon emitted”. It clearly contrasts the 2 to 12 euros the ton you pay for carbon avoidance. Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, I have the pleasure of welcoming Arnaud Defrance, head of carbon removal funding solutions Puro.earth In this episode, we spoke about : 💡The hierarchy of carbon credits, from avoidance to removal 💰The stark difference in prices 💫 Carbon credits for individual investors? 🚀 What’s coming in that space? #carboncredit #investment #financialliteracy #carbonremoval #carbonavoidance
Wed, April 17, 2024
#78 : Family offices
Family offices have taken the spotlight in the last decade, their numbers doubled and they now manage $6 trillion of assets. But what are they exactly? What is their purpose and how do they invest? That’s what we are discussing with Matthieu Broquere, partner CEDRUS PARTNERS In this Money Chill Out Podcast episode # 78, we have covered : 🤔 What is a family office? 🌈 Common traits even though they are all tailor-made 💫 Investment universe 💥 Performance 🔥Trends in the ultra-high-net-worth segment
Wed, March 27, 2024
#77 : Investment specificities for expats
Expat life has its highs and lows. You can multiply your income, but also increase your financial risk: you tend to spend differently than from home and have no more public pension. Which means you need to spend and invest much more! Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I welcome Anthony Walsh, QFA, EFA, a wealth coach specializing in expats. ‼️What is their most common trap? 💡How to deal with Foreign Exchange? 💫How to budget? 🤔What about pension? Can't wait to know more? 🔥 Listen to episode # 77 on Spotify and Apple podcasts
Wed, March 06, 2024
#76 : Investment opportunities in the crypto world
“What you want from crypto is to go for huge bets that will change dramatically your life by taking more risk” Today I have the pleasure of welcoming Cyrus Fazel, the founder of SwissBorg, who wants to democratize wealth management for everyone. In this episode, we are speaking about : 💡Swissborg's mission 💥The crypto universe 🎯The US-listed bitcoin ETF 🚀The 4 Ps to start in crypto 🔥 Market predictions Can't wait to know more? Listen to Cyrus' episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts LINK : And if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #crypto #wealthmanagement #financialliteracy #cryptocurrency #blockchain
Wed, February 21, 2024
#75 : Convincing more women to invest as BA
Chloe Guilfoyle's mission is to inspire more women to invest in early-stage start-ups. And there is a lot to do once you know that 96% of women aren't advised about it by financial advisors (source Female Invest). Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure of welcoming the COO of Femmes Business Angels to speak about : 💡 The particularities of start-up investments 🔢 Data around female business angels 💥 The obstacles to more women's involvement 💫 What's inspiring about start-up investment? 🚀 Innovation & Impact
Wed, February 07, 2024
#74 : Financial clarity
Financial clarity is fundamental in your investment journey. Yet, we tend to underestimate its importance. Today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I am very happy to welcome Michael (Mick) Heyman, CFA , investment counselor at Heyman Investment LLC in San Diego, USA. With his 40 years of experience in the market, I loved the wise advice and knowledge he shared on : 💡What is financial clarity? ❌ Financial clarity isn’t linked to wealth 🚀 The importance of a long-term vision and patience ‼️ Don't pay more than 1% of fees 💫 His investment portfolio Can't wait to know more? Listen to Mick’s episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #financialclarity #financialwellbeing #financialliteracy #investment #money
Wed, January 24, 2024
#73 : Investing in early-stage start ups
Imagine a group of smart, well-connected women gathering to invest in early-stage start-ups. That's the concept of Leia Capital, a group of female business angels trying to change the staggering number that only 2% of the funding goes to women-led start-ups. Today for the Money Chill Out podcast, I have the pleasure of welcoming Sarah Huet to discuss : Leia Capital's mission Data on the start-up investments Their investment process Key metrics they look at How to valorize a start-up Sarah's drive is contagious, and I urge you to listen to episode #73 on Spotify and Apple podcast #startups #businessangels #womeninfinance #investments #financialliteracy
Wed, January 10, 2024
#72 : A popular Etoro investor
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I welcome Zechariah Zheng, an eToro Elite Pro investor, with over 130k followers who can see his trades, his portfolio, and 10k copiers that replicate what he does! In this episode # 72, we spoke about : 🚀 How he became an E toro Elite pro-investor 💡 The different investment styles 💥 How Chat GPT changed his life 💰 His portfolio 💫 Advice, best and worst memory in the market Can't wait to know more? Listen to Zech's episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #investment #etoro #investor #financialliteracy #financialempowerment
Wed, December 13, 2023
# 71 : Leaving a financial legacy
Do you remember that Choupette inherited Karl Lagerfield's wealth? Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast, we are talking about financial legacy with Julidé Ninek 💸 who spent 20 years in private banking. We roughly all know what a will is, but only a few of us have one. We wait and delay our decision-making until it's the worst moment. So to be better prepared, to help the next generation, and to be sure it will be accomplished the way we want, let's open the discussion today! In this episode, # 71, we are talking about : 💡What is a financial legacy 🤔 What can it include? 💫The most common beneficiaries 🌈 When do people take action? 🚀Key elements and advice Can't wait to know more? 🔥 Listen to episode # 71 on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #financiallegacy #inheritanceplanning #money #investments #financialliteracy
Wed, November 29, 2023
# 70 : How to execute an order in the market?
Today I have the pleasure to welcome Raphael Dazet , head of electronic trading at AXA UK , to speak about the different market orders. It's a question that often pops up with my clients once they are ready to execute so I really wanted to cover this topic and empower you with that knowledge In this Money Chill Out Podcast episode, we are talking about: 💡 At the market, limit orders and stop loss 💫 The concept of a bid-ask spread 🎯 Should we trade in our domestic currency or in the underlying currency of the product? 💥 What is a fat finger? 🚀 How to choose the right platform We also spoke about Raphael's new book, "A Million for All", where he details how everyone can become financially free. #marketorders #investment #financialempowerment #financialliteracy #financialindependence
Wed, November 15, 2023
# 69 : Real estate fractional ownership
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast we are diving into real estate fractional ownership. And I couldn't find a better fit than Adrien Hardy , CEO of Algae , author of "Financing Your Dreams" and financially independent thanks to his real estate investments We discussed : 💡The strategy behind his real estate portfolio 💫 His biggest learning, being in the market for the past 10 years 💥 What is fractional ownership 🌈The advantages and what to be mindful of 🚦The platforms to invest #realestate #fractionalownership #investment #investmentstrategies #financiallyfree
Wed, November 01, 2023
#68 : Financial literacy on social media
Today I have the pleasure of welcoming the “queen of tax codes” aka Abigail Foster, ACA , the founder of Elent , whose mission is to eradicate the gender pay gap!One of her videos went viral with over 1.8 million views! And she now has more than 100k followers on Instagram. Accountant by profession, she wants to be your finance's best friend.In this episode, we are talking about :🎯 her target audience💥 why she is so passionate about financial education?🥁 Her most successful video on reading your payslip🌈 her favorite subject i.e. pensions!💫 her advice for people in their 20sCan't wait to know more? 🔥Listen to episode # 68 on Spotify and Apple podcastsAnd if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #money #investments #financialeducation #financialliteracy #socialmedia
Wed, October 18, 2023
#67 : Salary negotiations
Negotiating your salary should give you the same mental stress as asking for a meeting.Does it? 🤔Probably not...That's why I have the pleasure of welcoming Lina BELMADANI , CEO of LaMoisson , to give you the right mindset, skills, and structure to get paid for your worth! 💫In this episode, we are talking about :💥The importance of soft skills with self-confidence, personal branding, and empathy🚀 The 4 dimensions of the negotiation process🚦How to overcome blockages?🎯When to negotiate?Can't wait to know more? 🔥Listen to episode #67 on Spotify and Apple podcastsAnd if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and give a review! #money #salarynegotiations #pay #softskills #selfconfidence
Wed, October 04, 2023
# 66 : Making the money talk more romantic
“The discussion around money is the easiest of the difficult discussion in the couple”. So why is it so hard to open up? Because it’s a question of identity 💡 Today for the Money Chill Out Podcast , I have the pleasure to welcome Margaux Terrou , a sexologist, yes you read well, that is speaking a lot about money!💰 Did you know that 20 to 40% of divorces are due to financial matters?⚡️ Have you ever thought that consent could be driven by money?🤔 Did you expect people to be more at ease with their sex lives than sharing their salaries?💫 How can you include your other half in your investment projects?🌈 Do you know the concept of a money date?That's what we discussed in this amazing episode I urge you to listen to 🔥Listen to episode # 66 on Spotify and Apple podcastsAnd if you like this podcast, please share the love, follow the show, and put a review!
Wed, September 20, 2023
# 65 : NFTs
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I am very pleased to dive into Non-Fungible Tokens aka NFTs with my friend Bertrand Delain .Coming from "traditional finance" being an ex-colleague of mine, he switched to decentralized finance about 5 years ago, holding numerous positions for start-ups.Even though we may all have heard about NFTs, I was stunned to hear about their scope. So let's open our minds and dive into space 🔥In this episode, we are talking about :🎯 What are NFTs?❗️Their applications and scope🚀 A bit of jargon💰 Platforms and how can we use NFT as investments⚡️What prevents mass adoption
Wed, September 06, 2023
#64 : Me, myself & money
Today I am very pleased to welcome Mar Michelle Häusler to Money Chill Out Podcast to discuss "Me, myself, and money".This ex-trader from London, who now owns a financial empowerment business in Lisbon is all about our inner relationship with 💰In this episode, we are talking about :🌈 Our ancestor story❗️The biggest money blockage for women💫 Shifting our mindset🚀 How can women stop avoiding the money subject?🎯 AlignmentWant to know more? Let's go!#money #mindset #investments #alignment #moneyblockage
Wed, August 23, 2023
#63 : The great resignation
"It was great, fun, and I regret nothing about it"After 13 years in financial sales, Cecilia Mignucci , a friend and ex-colleague of mine from Crédit Agricole CIB , decided to quit her well-paid job which wasn't enough to keep her going.For Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure to invite this amazing woman to speak about the great resignation, taking risks, and realigning. Of course, from a financial angle!If you're in this situation or want to hear about her experience, we went through:🤩 What she enjoyed most in her career⚡️ Her reasons to quit💡 How long did it take her🚀 What she learned💰 The financial aspect🌈 Her key advice if you're in the same situation
Wed, August 09, 2023
#62 : Female finance newsletter
“Women are still scared to take action and ownership of their finances… They avoid the topic and thus are more prone to have issues later in life”Do you recognise yourself there?To deal with this issue and make finance fun again, today I have the pleasure to be with Anouk Sophie Knuffmann to speak about her female finance newsletter.In this episode # 62 of Money Chill Out Podcast , we have discussed :🎯 The purpose of her newsletter🍀 Her money story and mindset💥 Her 3 main advice🚀 Her investment portfolio💫 Finance is fun!🌈 The one thing she'll teach her daughter
Wed, July 26, 2023
#61 : Money Walkie
Are you looking for a way to help your kids and teens with financial education in a Montessori way? I may be able to help!For Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure to welcome Clémence Coursimault , CMO/COO of Money Walkie , a family's contactless wallet which is a useful, fun, and educational companion object.In this episode we have discussed : 💡 What is Money Walkie and what you can do with it?🔥 The educational aspect, where it's all about independence💫 Ressources and content🌈 Children like to give🚀 The conversation starter within families#money #kidsandmoney #financialeducation #financialliteracy #financialhabits
Wed, July 12, 2023
#60 : Women investors
60th episode of Money Chill Out Podcast ! 🎉🎉After a separation or a divorce, women experience a 28% loss in standard of living, compared to 4% for men.That’s on this assumption that Salomé Dahan Sfedj created MATRIMOINE INVEST , an advisory practice aimed at women, to help them reach financial independence, which she calls the new "feminist battle"! 🔥In this episode, we're going through :🌈 Why do women come to her?💥 The next feminist battle is the financial independence🎯 The "be perfect" driver🤔 Confidence gap🍀 Impact-driven investments
Wed, June 28, 2023
#59 : Equity deep dive
Stock picking is often a love-hate relationship. It requires knowledge, energy, and time to pick your jewels, to understand a company inside out, and its position in the competitive landscape. Yet, you can gain a lot of satisfaction when your bets prove right, as well as a lot of stress and an ego hit when they go wrong.For Money Chill Out podcast, I have the pleasure to welcome Lea Saenz, an equity portfolio manager to help us, individual investors, gain knowledge and informationIn this episode we have discussed : What is equity? Why is it worth holding some? The different sizes: small, mid, and large caps Growth and value strategies Cyclical vs. Noncyclical stocks The key metrics to look at How can a non-professional investor access info
Wed, June 14, 2023
# 58 : Employee and shareholder
Working for equity is a wealth-building strategy.But what does it mean and how do you do it?That's what I discussed for Money Chill Out Podcast with Christopher Nelson , who managed to identify a successful pre-IPO company to get multiple 7 figures rewards in 2 years.Want to learn from his experience? Let's go!We went through :🤔 Why work for equity?💫 How to target pre-IPO companies💥 Equity is scalable💰 What's the right level of equity in your portfolio?💡 What to look at to choose the right start-ups?
Wed, May 31, 2023
# 57 : Giving back to charity
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I have the pleasure to welcome Daniel Lewi to speak about giving back to charity. It's a subject I have been wanting to cover for a while and I am very to have found an expert in this domain.Daniel is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive of Cure & Action for Tay-Sachs (CATS) Foundation , which he launched after his daughter has been diagnosed with this terminal illness. And 12 years on, they have reached amazing results from support to affected families, to research and clinical trials.From a financial angle, we have discussed :🤔 What his job consists of?💰 How he gets funding and from whom?💫 How is the money used and what for?💥 His experience in fundraising🌈 The act of giving🔣 The tax efficiency🙋♀️ Other non-monetary ways to get involved
Wed, May 17, 2023
# 56 : Path to prosperity
Prosperity is a state of mind, a holistic approach where you feel contentment. It’s very much linked to well-being. Is it what you think too?Path to prosperity is the subject I spoke with Barbara Sessa , VP in the consumer division at Mastercard , and also the leader of Mastercard’s gender balance agenda in France.In this episode # 56, we discussed :🌈 Her role in promoting diversity💥 The importance of financial education💫 Prosperity vs. wealth🚀 How to build your path to prosperity💰 Prosperity is also about giving back
Wed, May 03, 2023
# 55: Building passive income
“My first passive income was $14 and I was excited about that because I knew what it represented. It represented the seed, the beginning of big streams of income”25 years later, his passive income streams represent 90% of his revenues. Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure to welcome Jack Gibson , a wealth-builder strategist who helps 6 figure earners build multiple streams of income.And this is what we discussed :💰Profit is better than wages💫 Why want passive income🙏 How it helps you in troubled times🚀 Investment in businesses and real estate🔥 His best tips💥 The concept of indestructible wealthIf you're like me, already inspired, go and listen to episode # 55 on Spotify and Apple podcasts, it's a gem!And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5-star rating. Thank you 🙏#passiveincome #investments #mindset #financialliteracy #financialempowerment
Wed, April 19, 2023
#54 : Deep dive private equity
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure to receive Patricia Falco Beccalli (Szarvas) , founding partner at Falco Global Partners to do a deep dive into private equity, or PE.This is clearly an asset class the average investor is less at ease with, because of its high entry ticket. Still, there are a few initiatives to make it more accessible hence the interest to dig further with an expert.Ready to embark on this learning journey? Here is what we discussed :🤔 What is private equity or PE?💡 Why is it a niche market not accessible to the average investor?💥 The 2 types of PE?🔣 The key metrics to invest in a company🚦 The investment process🚀 The performance❗️ Is now a good time to invest in PE?💰 Funds of fundsCan't wait to hear more, let's go!#privateequity #financialliteracy #investing #alternativeinvestments #venturecapital
Wed, April 05, 2023
#53 : Financial players
When you have a financial need, do you know whom to turn to? Do you understand and navigate the many different financial professionals? That's to answer this question, today for Money Chill Out Podcast I am with Stéphane Chotard , a financial advisor. And we are talking about : 💡 Overview of financial professionals 🤔 How to differentiate them 🚦What are the main reasons someone might need help 🌈 How to build a relationship of trust ❌ No advice without trust 👉 Trends and concerns 💫 Impact of the DIY platforms on his job Can't wait to know more?
Wed, March 22, 2023
#52 : Index investing
Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I am with Peter Finn , an ex-colleague of mine from Bayes Business School in London and an ETF portfolio manager at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) . And we are giving you insight into passive investment strategies. We discussed : 🔣 The rules-based approach of Index Investing ❌ The misconception that all ETFs are passively managed 💡 How do they track an index? 💫 What's rebalancing and how do they do it? 🚦 How can we judge the performance of a good ETF One of Peter's key takeaways is that passive investing doesn't have to be boring. Ready to learn and get inspired?
Wed, March 08, 2023
#51: Working mums financials
You’re a working mom? Then this will be of interest 👇 Today for Money Chill Out Podcast I have the pleasure to welcome Pauline Bar , founder & CEO of The Working Mums , who empowers individuals and organizations through coaching, consulting, and conferences. And clearly, there is a lot to be done! From a 9% salary difference when they are single, women with children earn 42% less! 😳 In this episode we'll speak about : 🔣 The financials of working mums 🚀 Key advice for your career ❌ Why comparing your salary to the cost of childcare is a no-go 💰 The importance of investing 🌈 How to get a fulfilled personal and professional life Ready to learn, get inspired, and be energized? Let's go!
Wed, February 22, 2023
# 50 : Davos talks
Do you know someone who has been to Davos? I now do since I met with Yaiza Luengo and I got so inspired. We all have our preconceived ideas on this very broadcasted event. But what it is exactly, who can attend, why do people go there, and for what purpose? Want to embark on this learning journey? Let's go! In this episode, the 50th whoop whoop, we are talking about : 💡 What is Davos 🎉 What makes it a success 🙋♀️ Who can attend and at what price? 💥 Why go there & How do you prepare 🍀 This year's theme: cooperation in a fragmented world 🌈 Her biggest realization and her most inspiring talk 🔥 Her work on financial inclusion and her side business Clinsj
Wed, February 08, 2023
#49 : FIRE mouvement
Today I have the pleasure to be with @Victor Lora, who got FIRE at 30 years old or in other words, who retired very early! Since he quit his corporate life, he has been an investor, podcaster, and author. He lives in Paris from passive revenues and investments. With a net worth between 5 to 10 million euros, he is sharing his story, so let’s learn and get inspired! In this episode we’ll talk about the following: 🤔 What it is to be FIRE and why to want to be one 🚀 How he did reach financial independence 🌈Best practice to retire at 40 years old 💥 2 standard rules in the FIRE movement 🚦 His do’s and don’t No taboo here, it’s a very transparent talk for those who aim to get FIRE, who are curious about the concept, or those who just heard it for the first time today! 🙏 #firemovement #money #financialindependence #investing #realestate
Wed, January 25, 2023
# 48 : ETF deep dive
Want to know more about ETFs? For Money Chill Out Podcast , we are doing a deep dive into this investment support that has many benefits. And I couldn’t find a better person than Ellen Kelly , the co-founder of SAVVY whose aim is to guide you on sustainable ETF selection, to tell us more about it! In this episode # 48, we’ll go through : 💡 What is an ETF? 🚀 Why they are so popular 💥 Their labeling issues 🚦 How to select an ETF 🌎 And how can Savvy helps you Can't wait to know more? Listen to the episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5-star rating. Thank you 🙏
Wed, January 11, 2023
#47 : Money mistakes
We shouldn’t think about money as a calendar thing, it’s continuous. That said, I wanted to start 2023 by empowering you to avoid the most common money mistakes. For this episode of Money Chill Out Podcast , I am joined by Renee Cohen, CFP® , who is helping women make confident choices to increase their wealth. We are talking about : 💡 The most common money mistakes 💰 Are there people more subject to making them? 🚦 How to get better? 💫 Best practices ✅ One piece of advice for the new year! Can't wait to know more? Listen to episode # 47 on Spotify and Apple podcasts LINK And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏 #podcast #financialwellbeing #moneymistakes #financialempowerment #financialliteracy
Wed, December 28, 2022
# 46 : How to get detached from money
Have you ever thought about the concept of designing a life you don’t need a vacation from? I hadn’t until I met with @mel Miles for @Money Chill Out podcast, and spoiler, I loved it! In this inspirational episode, which suits well the time of the year when we often reflect, we are going through her process from the idea of quitting to living a life that aligns with her needs and desires. And I am sure you can learn a lot from her experience : 🌎 Her corporate life 💥 The idea of quitting 💫 Her process to actually quit 💰 How she got detached from money 🌈 How she has designed a life she doesn't need a vacation from Want to know more? Listen to the episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏
Wed, December 14, 2022
# 45 : Blissful money
I guess everybody would want to have a blissful relationship with their money, live an abundant life, and build lasting wealth. This is exactly what we discussed in this episode, and spoiler, it is accessible to everyone! To start a feel-good month with your money, today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I have the pleasure to welcome Jenny Whichello , a mindful money coach. 💡 So what is a blissful relationship with money? 🚀 The concepts of the inner and outer work of money ❌ The common mistakes to avoid ✅ How we can use gratitude and mindfulness instead? 💥 The power of visioning And only then, financial planning can come into play Can't wait to know more? Listen to the episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏
Wed, November 30, 2022
#44 : Family business
Want to know about the financial reality of an early-stage family-built start-up? And which rules, boundaries, and eventualities they discussed not to put their sisterhood at risk? Today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I am very happy to welcome Charlotte Jacqueau , one of the co-founders of TCHAC And we are talking about 💡 The idea of creating Tchac with her sisters 🚦 Her move from a high-paying job 💫 How to make it work as a family business? ✅ How to put the right boundaries and discuss eventualities 💰 The financial reality that comes with early-stage entrepreneurship This is a refreshing episode, honest, transparent, and lived. It's not about sharing your story once you've succeeded! Can't wait to know more? Listen to episode # 44 on Spotify and Apple podcasts LINK And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏 #familybusiness #startuplife #money #risktaking #podcast
Wed, November 16, 2022
#43 : Cost of living crisis
This week for Money Chill Out Podcast , we are talking about the cost of living crisis with Olamide Majekodunmi , the founder of All Things Money . In this very practical talk, we are going through tools and tips to help you better manage your money when it is scarce. 🚀 Want to learn about : 🔣 How to implement changes to your budget? 🙋♀️ Which measures did she take against the cost of living crisis? 🌈 How to diversify your income stream? 💰 How to recession-proof your finances? This episode is for you! #money #costoflivingcrisis #financialhelp #sharingiscaring #podcast
Wed, November 02, 2022
#42 Financial stress
😳 56% of Americans can’t come up with a $1,000 in case of emergencies. It’s no surprise that financial stress is the number one stress for people, and this is the subject of today’s episode with Frank Iozzo, CPWA® We can all relate to financial stress at one point in our life, so if you want to learn more about it, in Money Chill Out Podcast, episode 42, we spoke about: 💡 What is financial stress 🔣 Some key statistics 🤷♂️ How financial stress doesn’t drop off as meaningly as income grows 💫 What are the general best practices ✅ How to avoid living beyond your means 🚦 How to plan for some life events, like starting a family and divorce Want to know more? Listen to the episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏 #podcast #money #financialstress #financialempowerment #financialplanning
Wed, October 19, 2022
#41 : It's not about the money
“The relationship that we have with money is really a mirror reflection of the relationship we have with ourselves”. Today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I am speaking with @Catherine Morgan, a financial planner, founder of @Money Panel, and podcaster @herfinancial shoes. And we are talking about it’s not about the money, her amazon best-seller book. Ready to embark on a personal and practical journey? Let’s go! In this episode, you’ll learn about : 💰 Her personal story where she used money in a way to attempt to fill a gap in her life 🙋♀️ Why deserving wealth is the most important 💡 How to understand our money relationship by raising awareness 💥 What are money traumas (and spoiler, it’s not as bad as it sounds!) 🌈 How to get into wealth Available on Spotify and Apple, If you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out and give me a 5-star rating! Thank you 🙏 #money #podcast #women #moneymindset #wealth
Wed, October 05, 2022
#40 : Start up financing
"Raising funds is more than just money... It’s about getting the trust of external investors that become partners". For Money Chill Out Podcast , I had the pleasure to welcome Adrien CHALTIEL , the co-founder of Eldorado.co , a platform that connects startups with the largest collection of private investors and public funding. We spoke about : 🍀 Financing opportunities 🤷♂️ What is the hardest for entrepreneurs when they want to raise funds 🚦 When is the best time to do it 🙋♀️ Is now a good time to raise funds? 💥 Women's representation in the tech industry Want to know more? Listen to the episode on Spotify and Apple podcasts And if you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out to me, and give me a 5star rating. Thank you 🙏 #podcast #money #fundraising #tech #startups
Wed, September 21, 2022
#39 : Money Movers
83% of women care about where their money is invested, and 69% feel a sense of urgency for responsible investing. Yet, a lot of them feel disengaged with their personal finances. That's what we discuss with Anneka Deva , my guest for Money Chill Out Podcast , who aims to empower 30 000 women to move £ 1 billion for the planet by 2030. Here is what we discussed : 🔣 Some key statistics 🚀 How changing your pension provider is 21 times more powerful than lowering your carbon footprint, going vegetarian, stopping flying, and changing your energy provider combined! 💫 How beginning your learning journey is the most important 🌎 Mapping your money 🌈 Sharing some inspiring contents Available on Spotify and Apple, If you like this podcast, please spread the word, reach out and give me a 5-star rating! Thank you 🙏 #money #podcast #sustainableinvesting #women #pensions
Wed, September 07, 2022
#38 : Getting good financial habits
“It feels like everyone can afford everything all of the time ... There was an element of me trying to chase that, I wanted to be part of that cool life too” Today on Money Chill Out Podcast , we are talking about building good financial habits with Patrick Venn , who used to be "awful" with money according to his words! After a wake-up call at 27, where his girlfriend had to lend him money for his best friend's wedding, he went a long way. In 2.5 years, he devoured podcasts to get himself educated, got a higher-paying job, and succeeded to pay back his £20k credit card debt. 💰 Thanks to his experience and how much he learned along the way, he decided to launch TOMII , a financial coaching platform for everyone! 🌈 Want to hear about how to create and maintain good financial habits? This episode is for you! 🎧 Available on Spotify and Apple, #money #podcast #financialgoals #financialempowerment #sharingiscaring
Wed, August 24, 2022
#37 : Teaching kids about money
💡 “You can start educating your kids about money from the age of 4” At that age, they can start creating money habits, having pocket money, and understand a few concepts. But how? That’s what we discussed with Will Rainey 👱🏻♂️ , from Blue Tree Savings , on Money Chill Out Podcast . While teaching his young daughters, he wrote weekly on his blog and published a book, Grandpa’s fortune fables. If you want to know : 🌈 How to open up the subject of money with your kids 📚 How to teach in a fun way to get them engaged from a young age - 7 to 13 years old 🙋♀️ How to respond to their blunt questions! 💰 How can they understand the value of money? 🚦How pocket money is the most underrated education tool This episode is for you! Available on Spotify and Apple podcasts If you like this episode, please follow the show and give me a 5-star rating. Thank you! #money #education #pocketmoney #financialempowerment #podcast
Wed, August 10, 2022
#36 : Green financing
🎙 “I thought a lot of the finance world was a bit shallow and I wanted to give more meaning to what I was doing” Whatever industry you’re in, do you have the same desire? Today, I am very pleased to welcome Stéphanie Mielnik, CFA to Money Chill Out Podcast Out, a woman who put in the effort to find a job 100% aligned with her values. She works for the Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute , an NGO that advocates for climate transition within the fixed income markets. Or in other words, how to redirect capital flows from dirty to green by bringing awareness and using a market-based approach. In this episode, we are talking about : 🍀 What is green finance? 💫 Her action to help financial institutions restructure their portfolio with green financials 💡 New initiatives like sustainability linked bonds 💥 Positive news with players shying away from fossil fuels Such an interesting discussion with an optimist expert, to bring you up to date with initiatives in this space. Let’s go! #podcast #sustainability #investing #fixedincome #financialliteracy
Wed, July 27, 2022
#35 : Deep dive on pensions
💥 Did you know people on average lose 40% of their income at retirement? And that number can go to 60% for high-earning individuals? In order to be well prepared for this life-changing event, I have the pleasure of inviting my ex-finance teacher at ESSEC Business School and investment professional, David Rideau . In this 35th episode of Money Chill Out Podcast , we have discussed : 💡 Why having a private pension is wise 🚦 When to start investing for your pension 💰 The tax incentives to do so 💫 Your options at retirement ❤️ How to protect your spouse Link to the show, available on Spotify and Apple podcasts Have a good 🎧 #pensions #investing # #money #financialliteracy #podcast
Wed, July 13, 2022
#34 : Starting to invest
The hardest is often to start. This is true for a lot of things, of which entering the stock market That’s why today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I am with Martin Juul-Olsen to speak about "Starting to invest"! Martin has been investing since 2008 when he experienced the market crash losing most of his savings. He learned the hard way but instead of being put off, he got interested, and made it his job! He helps newbies in the market to start their investing journey In this 31st episode, you’ll learn about: 🤷♂️The first things you need to do 💫 How to figure out your strategy 💥 The power of emotions 💡 Which powerful habits you can implement 📚 How to get info & knowledge 🚀 Ready to take the fast lane? Let’s go! #stockmarket #investing #podcast #financialempowerment #emotions
Wed, June 29, 2022
#33 : Dealing and learning about taxes
Do you think speaking about taxes is a bit like Marmite, either you love it or you hate it? I think so, and that’s why I needed a passionate speaker to keep you interested and learn about this subject which is of utmost importance when we look at investments. Today for Money Chill Out Podcast , I am very pleased to welcome Carla Hoppe , the founder of @wealthbrite and ex-international tax specialist. In this episode she'll : - Give us an overview of taxes, from VAT to pink tax 🚦 - Dive into investments taxes with the likes of rental, dividend, and capital gain taxes 📚 - Step back to understand what states want to achieve with their taxations. High taxes aren't an issue if you get them back somehow i.e Nordic states. 🍀 - Open up the subject with one of the biggest debates about taxing capital 🧐 Episode available on Spotify and Apple LINK below If you like this podcast, please share and follow the show, word of mouth is helping me a lot! thank you! #money #podcast #investments #taxes #financialempowerment
Wed, June 15, 2022
#32 : Modern financial planning
Anthony Carlton, CFP 💸 Carlton is a Certified financial planner and Vice President in a fintech wealth firm. He helps People in Tech Become Smart Investors. I am sure he could help you too, that’s why I invited him to Money Chill Out Podcast ! And today we are speaking about modern financial planning. In this episode, we’ll dive into: - How modern financial planning differs from the traditional one? 💰 Examples of financial goals & how to make sure you get them done 🚦How to put in place a system to tell your money where to go 🌈 Great advice for you to get better in your money management An empowering talk in financial literacy, with lots of practical ideas for you to use. Ready to learn and grow? 🚀 #podcast #financialplanning #investing #financialgoals #financialliteracy
Wed, June 01, 2022
#31 : Real estate deep dive with @siving sisters
🎙Want to get some guidance on your first real estate buying? Want to get it from 2 women in their 20s who already have multiple properties? Go and listen to Money Chill Out’s new episode with the Siving Sisters, who on top of investing, educate and coach about the real estate market. You’ll learn about : - The first steps involved in the process - How to get a feel of the market - 🧐What to look at when you do a viewing - 💰How to make an offer - The tax aspect - How you can buy multiple properties And let’s not forget their best advice and the mistakes you need to avoid! 🚀 🙏 Such a great episode on the most preferred asset class! #podcast #financialempowerment #financialwellbeing #investing #financialliteracy
Wed, May 18, 2022
#30 : Financial activism or how to make your money a force for good
Today I am honored to welcome Robert Gardner, a high-profile individual in the finance industry who uses his power to try to make the world a better place. On top of being director of Investments at Saint James Place and managing £150 billion of clients’ wealth, he has founded the 4th largest investment consultancy in the UK and holds a few board positions. He is driven by financial well-being and making money a force for good and thus has an industry-leading position when it comes to responsible investing. In this episode, we are talking about financial activism, the persistent campaigning to create change from having a net 0 portfolio, to being a member of climate action 100+ to engage with the largest emitters on the planet, to diversity in the workplace, and empowering people as early as 4 years old with money skills. All the subjects that I cherish that ultimately lead to financial well-being. So let’s get inspired and hear about these fantastic initiatives and the energy devoted to them!
Wed, May 04, 2022
#29 : A woman against the odds
Today I am very happy to welcome Grace to the show. This woman brings fresh air and hope, coming from a disadvantaged background and making it all the way up to portfolio management. She oversees £800mio of assets and has been awarded Fund Manager of the year 2021 for women in investments. Not forgetting where she is coming from, she has a contagious simplicity, is mindful of what she spends, and loves to give back. She is well aware not everyone has her ascent, and as a lot of things happen at a young age, she is very involved and dedicated to sharing skills and knowledge with teenagers. She mentors, educates, prepares for interviews, and runs an investing group to show them finance can be an option. In this episode, we’ll talk about obstacles she faced when she was at uni, how she moved from audit to thrive in the fund management industry, what her job represents for her, how she lives and why investing is so important.
Wed, April 20, 2022
#28 : Side Hustles
Today I have the pleasure to welcome @Valentine de Louvencourt to speak about side hustles. After a burnout, she created Wuju and co in 2016 to research the food industry, and launched My chef is smart in 2020 to sell the R&D they invented. In order to be financially stable, she kept a freelance activity in media consulting. It also enabled her to build equity, which is a prerequisite in order to get any funding. With loans, subsidies, and help from the regions, she built a 5-person team, and an innovative offer they are now ready to sell to a bigger group. Valentine is an entrepreneur at heart so wants to see what’s next in another industry! Let’s dive into her world and see how she manages to dedicate her time and energy to these 3 projects to have things done without going mad!
Wed, April 06, 2022
#27 : Special edition, reflections on 1 year of financial wellbeing
Special Edition #MONEYCHILLOUT Reflections on 1 year of Financial Wellbeing. Welcome to this Special Edition to celebrate 1 year of Money Chill Out podcasts. Time flies when you have fun and I am so happy and proud we’re here now! It’s never a given when you launch and start something completely new. Back in 2019 podcasts weren’t a media I was listening to, so when I thought about creating one in early 2021, I had, of course, no idea how to do it. In this episode, I am speaking about how I started, how I improved and got better, and the fears and doubts I faced about consistency, finding guests, and inspiring themes. I am also reflecting on Financial Wellness to bring on the recorded episodes. It will bring you perspective, refresh some concepts, and you’ll see how every theme is connected as you need a holistic view to feel good with your money. Thanks so much to all my guests, for your time and your willingness to share, your experiences are invaluable. Thanks so much to my listeners, who share and support this podcast, your comments, feedback, and introductions are precious. And there are also a few milestones we can celebrate like the first 1000 downloads after a few months, the global reach on the 5 continents, and the continuous effort to release an episode every 2 weeks. To many more, and an immense thank you from the bottom of my heart! Marieka X
Wed, March 23, 2022
#26 : Deep dive in the crypto world!
Today I am very pleased to welcome Jean Marie, a computer engineer who has discovered cryptos back in 2016. And he really got into it, launching his YouTube channel in 2017 and writing 2 books in 2018 and 2019. We’ll talk about the technology behind blockchain, why it’s an entirely new world, and how we can use cryptos. We’ll of course discuss how to invest and how to start with the 15 000 cryptos available in the market. With a lot of FOMO going on and emotions taking over, we’ll also speak about mental health. Having suffered burnout in 2021 because of too much work, he is well aware money doesn’t bring happiness and it’s important to go back to the basics. Throughout this chat, I loved how Jean Marie gave perspective, so let’s go back to “1995 for the internet” and open our minds!
Wed, March 09, 2022
#25 : Redefining success
Sandra is one of those people who have communicative energy. She does a lot, works a lot, but never forgets why she is here: to learn, grow, practice kindness and cultivate her happiness. She climbed the corporate ladder in an impressive way being the head of Facebook IQ for South Asia Pacific. She became a public figure in Singapore through her environmental activist work with the Up 2 degrees movement she created so that aircons are set at 23 degrees inside. She went twice to Antarctica, once with one of the most famous explorers Robert Swan and as a UN women ambassador. She decided to quit the best job, the best lifestyle to pursue her dream: sailing the world and really being. She trained for 6 months, felt very privileged to be on the “Round the world clip race”, came back to London, and self-published a children’s book on her adventure. She really pushes boundaries, connects with people, and inspires them. That’s probably why she is been featured in a lot of media from the Financial Times to the London tube! Let’s spend the next hour with this amazing woman who is fun, sharp, down-to-earth, and driven. Let’s go!
Wed, February 23, 2022
#24 : Fundraising
Today I am very happy to welcome Simon to Money Chill Out, to speak about fundraising. Being in his 20s he has specific views on things, has learned on the go, and a lot by himself. This is pretty refreshing especially when we see the end results: he created Havr, a software company in 2016, experienced a 50% quarterly growth, had 25 employees, raised capital twice for a total of EUR 5.5 million, and has been awarded Forbes under 30. In this talk, we’ll speak about values and how to create a successful start-up, we’ll go through the fundraising process, and how to prepare to pitch. And we’ll stay down to earth, focusing on well-being, when Simon and his partner decided to sell because they needed to do another round of fundraising but weren’t ready for it. A great example of hard work, eagerness to learn, good sense, and vulnerability, let's go!
Wed, February 09, 2022
#23: Deep dive on Fixed Income
Today with Timothée Pubelier, we are doing a deep dive into fixed income, those products that provide periodic income payments at predetermined interest rates. They are often seen as more technical and complex than equities, but they can be great for diversifying your portfolio and for providing additional revenues. Even though he serves institutional clients, today’s focus will be on individuals so that we have a great overview on why, how, and when we can use bonds in our portfolio. And we’ll use our expert to go further, discussing portfolio construction, diversification, and the current economic environment. Let’s embark on this financial literacy discussion, where concepts are explained for everyone!
Wed, January 26, 2022
#22: The lady's Bank
Today it’s an honor to welcome Alix de Renty, the person behind the Lady’s Bank, an information website dedicated to women’s financial needs. After seeing so many of her female clients sending their brothers/fathers/lawyers for appointments in her private banker role, she decided to do something about it and launched a free content platform back in 2016. Thanks to varied characters and the issues they may encounter throughout their lives, her goal is to make you want to play an active and positive role in your finances. This side activity is her way of giving back time, knowledge, and education on such an important matter. And it’s for everyone, you don’t need to be a millionaire! In this inspiring talk, we’ll go through what it is to be a private banker, how she helps wealthy clients to build a portfolio, and what we can do at our level. We’ll speak about women’s wealth, and how despite representing 50%, their needs weren’t met by the industry. We’ll learn about studies they have conducted to really understand what truly matters to women, and what they have implemented to make them more care and reach much more engagement. It’s all about meaning and purpose, not about the best performance! Let’s go!
Wed, January 12, 2022
#21 : Sustainable money, a discussion on social and environmental performance
Today we are speaking about sustainable money or how to align profit and purpose whether you are a company, an individual, or an investor. And we are joined by @Marine Hortemel who will immerse us into her world on how she helps and guides companies to get the well-known Bcorp international label. We’ll go through initiatives taking place to take care of our one planet, from new banking concepts to impact investment funds and how we can better spend our money. We have to be alert on ESG matters, reading labels, and enquiring about processes so that there is no space for greenwashing. We as individuals have a lot of power, let’s get inspired!
Wed, December 29, 2021
#20 : New year, new you with money!
With the year coming to an end, it’s always good to reflect and take perspective. This year’s achievements have gone way beyond what I imagined. I launched my podcast being 8 months pregnant and a few episodes later, I had listeners in each of the continents. This is the magic of our globalized world and the power of reach to do it in English. So for the 20th episode I, @Marieka Finot, am doing the talking on a few principles that I follow and that have helped me hugely with my money. Because I find them of great value, because I am sure they could serve you too, and because they are a great way to achieve financial wellness, I am sharing them with you. Listen having an open mind, take those that suit you, enquire about others, and adapt them to your way of doing. This isn’t a lesson, nor an exhaustive list, just my top 5 principles discovered thanks to my experience and through helping others with my coaching. Have a great listen, and can’t wait to hear from you, this is my first time being so exposed so hope you like it :)! For the year-end, I would also like to give specific thank yous. Thanks to my guests who have accepted the challenge to record, it’s been a first for many so well done! Thanks to my fan club who always send messages and support on each of the episodes, I am glad to be part of your top 3 podcasts of the year! Thanks for all the recommendations you gave me so that I expand my network and reach out to inspiring profiles. Thanks to anyone who has shared this podcast amongst your networks and made a review on Apple Podcast, it helps me hugely! Thanks as well to anyone new here, welcome to financial empowerments discussions, and a final thanks to @Jade who has been working with me to up my social media game, so many of you noticed! Have an amazing new year, and take care!
Wed, December 15, 2021
#19 : The definition of a businesswoman
Today I am having a discussion with A businesswoman. Kristen juggles a CFO job with a side hustle and a family of 4. She is impressive in many ways: She started to be money educated at 6 years old, started working at 13, and made her way up in the corporate world thanks to a bit of luck and lots of hard work. She has an entrepreneurial spirit and isn’t afraid to fail, she just doesn’t want to have any regrets! Her way of doing is pretty refreshing, she trusts people, delegates, spends 1 hour exercising each day, and doesn’t beat herself up if she can’t fit everything in. A very down-to-earth and inspiring woman, let’s listen!
Wed, December 01, 2021
#18 : Knowing your worth
Being paid for your worth and having a fair salary seems pretty obvious, but very often when it comes to money and especially with money at work, we can feel awkward and uncomfortable. Do you know that the vast majority of women never negotiate a salary? Why isn’t there full transparency on salary disclosure? Do you think and hope companies will recognize your worth and give you pay rises? The corporate world doesn’t work that way, and you need to advocate for yourself. And today, we are joined by Johanna Perrin, a talent lead who will empower you with practical tools and tips to prepare for a salary discussion. With her experience, you’ll take some perspective knowing what’s being done in the recruitment space, put yourself into companies’ shoes, and through research and knowledge you’ll get more assertive and find credibility. A rich discussion that may change your way of seeing things and push you to act! Let’s go!
Wed, November 17, 2021
#17 : Dual couple career, or when one puts his career on the side
Today I have the pleasure to welcome PH, a new generation of feminist man, who is trying to change old norms and behaviors. Taking care of his daughter while his wife was in the US trying to grow her company, he realized what it is to be a single parent in charge and the challenges it created, having to leave work at 5 pm every day and barely having any social interactions. Earning less than his wife and being a freelancer 2 days a week, his relationship with money has changed, so has their way to invest. The rest of the time, he is working on a side hustle to empower men at birth with videos on how to raise their partners’ oxytocin levels. Such a great insight into a more traditional woman’s way of life, let’s go!
Wed, November 03, 2021
#16 : Connecting the emotional to the practical with money mindset
Today I am welcoming Laura, a 27-year-old Londoner who is sharing her money journey, in an uncomplicated way. Because she is relatable, is starting from scratch, and learning along the way, she inspires many people to get better with their money. Talking about all aspects of saving, budgeting, clearing a debt, and investing, she does it in a fun, judgment-free, and jargon-free way. And she is here in Money Chill Out to connect the emotional to the practical, so let’s go straight to step 1 as everything starts with a money mindset. Let’s see what it encompasses, and what we can do with it!
Wed, October 20, 2021
#15 : How to monetize your online content
Today I have the pleasure to welcome Meriem, a beauty content creator and the woman behind Mimi’s signature. She started back in 2016 to share her idea of beauty to empower women to love themselves. 5 years later, she has built a community of more than 130k followers on her YouTube channel and some of her videos are approaching a million views! We’ll speak about the onset of her blog, her start as a video publisher, and how she slowly grew to be able to live from her activity and diversify her sources of income. Now being pretty successful she doesn’t forget all the efforts and is still very down to earth. Let’s hear about her adventure she compares to a marathon!
Wed, October 06, 2021
#14 : A success story for a business with values
Today I am welcoming Benjamin, the co-founder of Unbottled, a French-made solid beauty products company that wants to free bathrooms from plastic and chemical products. With people’s willingness to reduce waste and be more planet-friendly, their products have found a sweet spot. And it’s booming! A year since the launch, they expect to reach 5 million of sales by year-end. From finding the right business partner to starting a brand and reaching out to clients, you’ll get brilliant and down-to-earth feedback and advice on their adventure, of course with a financial and money lense. For anyone looking to launch his project or anyone who likes to learn about success stories, this episode is for you, you’ll learn a lot and for sure get inspired!
Wed, September 22, 2021
#13 : Being self employed and all that comes with it
Today I have the pleasure to interview Lauriane Gepner, a travel and lifestyle journalist, and we are talking about being self-employed and all that comes with it. Indeed, her passion for writing is only 50% of the job, and she needs to manage a lot more from prospecting to pitching new story ideas, organizing trips, and making sure your clients pay. So let’s dig into how to organize your time, how to create a name, and how to make a living when you are your own boss. And with 10 years of experience, let’s get her wise feedback on setting your own business rules, through confidence, legitimacy, and proactivity.
Wed, September 08, 2021
#12 : Learning from the top, part II, Investments and initiatives to financially empower women
We are back with Lindsey, who took over a financial planning and advice business in Seattle, and today we’re discussing investments and initiatives to financially empower women. This episode is an inspiring lesson and a share of knowledge so that we understand how women invest and what they are after, how they can start investing following key investment principles and tips so that they have the confidence to make informed rational decisions and reach financial independence. What a great program!
Wed, August 25, 2021
#11 : Learning from the top, part I, financial planning
Today let's learn from the top with Lindsey, a pretty inspiring profile in the finance industry, who took over a family business in Seattle, and who will shed a light on her activity. Financial planning is a usual word, still, we don’t necessarily know what it is and all that it covers. From understanding the mechanics of money to establishing financial goals and ways to get there, let’s learn about this new generation of female financial planners who seek to partner with their clients and help them transition in life.
Wed, August 11, 2021
#10 : Money when moving to a new country
Expatriation is amazing: it’s a new challenge, it widens your mind and it’s full of discoveries. Still, you need to understand well the local specificities in order to be able to negotiate your salary and leave with good conditions. Money considerations like cost of living, taxes, and pensions are very important. So is your return to your home country. To get back on your foot have peace of mind, a bit of planning and forward-thinking is essential. So let’s hear about Julie’s experience, a French woman living in Romania.
Wed, July 28, 2021
#9 : Earning less than your partner
Today I am with Benjamin, who earns less than his wife. Like 25% of couples, he is not the primary breadwinner and he feels great about it. He was working in investment banking but decided to move to Moodys to spend more time with his girls, to be the king of his agenda and so that his wife could take a big opportunity. He sees his couple as a team and even though this situation is much frequent than we think, he still gets jokes about it and thinks men aren’t ready for it. We’ll also speak about investments, where Benjamin’s focus is really about income tax relief, and how he became a whisky investor with the desire to build something for his girls. Let’s listen to this story, full of good sense!
Wed, July 14, 2021
#8 : Financially planning for big events : studies and baby
Tessa is a bright woman with a lot of ambition. She works hard, puts in the effort, and manages to achieve. From ESSEC, a top French Business School to Harvard in the US, she always eyes for the top. But studies have a cost and she managed to have a big chunk of her MBA funded by merit-based scholarships. What’s great is that since living in the US, she has also learned about raising funds for charities. She’ll share with us how she does it and what are her tips to be focused on and achieve. She is now about to welcome a baby boy, so let’s see how her financial planning is going on!
Wed, June 30, 2021
#7 : Money and divorce
Sometimes there are things in life that we didn’t plan, like divorce. At money chill out, we have no taboo speaking about money and it should be the case with whatever situation we are facing. Our guest today, Anne, 33 and mum of Archibald is sharing her story of separation through the money lens. From the decision to split to the ups and downs of the legal process, the financial terms of the divorce, and the new life that she is willing to embrace, let’s embark on this discussion where openness and benevolence are prevailing.
Wed, June 16, 2021
#6 : Money and relationship
Want to know more about ways to share your finances with your partner? In this episode with Fadia, an ex London broker now based in Lisbon we’ll speak about: Wedding law and heritage questions How money is split for the day to day spending Who does what for the medium and long term investments You’ll get great insights from this couple where there is no natural leader!
Wed, June 02, 2021
#5 : Money in unplanned circumstances
Often, there are things we don’t control in life, like being made redundant. In this episode, we’ll speak about money when the near future is uncertain, but when opportunities are open and when a change is possible. Let’s see how Maud has managed from hearing the news, to make this period one of opportunities and the new challenges she faces. Interesting story on a situation that happens way more than we think and when we need to let go!
Wed, May 19, 2021
#4 : Money earned vs. Money received and investments in Arts
Today we’ll dig into the consequences of being gifted money, the responsibility it implies, the choices made with it, and the differences compared to when we earn it in corporate life. Being with an art enthusiast, we have wisely used Maureen’s passion and knowledge to know more about this non-usual asset class!
Wed, May 05, 2021
#3 : Insight of a trader’s own money management
Ever wanted to know how a trader deals with her own money and what are her best practices? In just 30 minutes, we’ll get great insight into money management and discipline, equity investment, and how to be switched on in our world to know our worth. Don’t miss this rich and accessible discussion from someone in the industry, without forgetting some lightheartedness!
Tue, April 20, 2021
#2 : Not depending on a pay check through real estate investment
Want to be financially independent in your early 30s? Listen to Vanessa’s story on how she massively saved while in the corporate world, to invest in real estate and solely rely on rent incomes. With this in place, she was able to take some risks, she launched her own start-up and became a trendy digital nomad, A very inspiring story!
Wed, April 07, 2021
#1 : Tracking, planning, and forecasting to go a long way in life!
In this first episode, we’ll speak about tracking, planning, and forecasting with a finance director, Anne-Claire Aubert. She’ll tell us why it’s so important to be aware of what you have and spend, how you can track your finances and take actions on what you’ve discovered, how she has planned a move from Australia to Europe with no jobs and 2 kids, and the process she followed to buy a house. Lots of info and insight from a rational woman!
Trailer · Wed, March 31, 2021
Trailer Money Chill Out !
Before the big release on April 7th, because we know you are excited and to make the wait more pleasurable, you can now listen to our trailer! Please don't hesitate to get in touch, leave a review, and spread the word! Enjoy!
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