Your American Money
I want to say that I've got money figured out...but, I don't. Girl Gone Frugal is a podcast for the woman who: is not naturally frugal, wants to change their financial life, eats kale, wants to travel, but needs some support and suggestions on their financial journey.
Thu, February 06, 2025
How to Design a Boycott Strategy That Works For You
I've seen a lot of people talking about participating in boycotts. I've also seen a lot of confusing chatter around what you should and should not do when boycotting. In this podcast episode I share some strategies and helpful tips to boycotting in 2025. Technology makes things easier. Show Notes: https://youramericanmoney.com/how-to-design-a-boycott-strategy-that-works-for-you
Tue, February 04, 2025
Your American Money is Back
I'm so excited to share that Your American Money is back (after a 1 year hiatus). Show Notes: https://youramericanmoney.com
Wed, March 20, 2024
How Work Policies Against Black Women Birthed a Love of the Soft Life
One of the most impactful trends online influencing Black women is the Soft Life. In today's podcast episode I share how an overseas movement experienced in the US is heavily influenced by work policy designed to control Black women. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-work-policies-against-black-women-birthed-a-love-of-the-soft-life
Wed, February 28, 2024
How Taylor Swift's IP Victory Could Change the Business of Music
You may be wondering...why are you talking about Taylor Swift on a personal finance podcast? Well, I'm talking about policies both spoken and unspoken that impact women's money. This episode talks about the unspolken power that the music industry flexes when negotiating with artists. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-taylor-swifts-ip-victory-could-change-the-business-of-music
S7 E1 · Mon, January 22, 2024
Why Don't More Personal Finance Content Creators Talk About Policy?
In this short episode, I share what Michelle is Money Hungry will be focusing on in 2024. I'm starting a season called Vixens, Virgins and Vigilantes: The Impact of Policy on American Women's Money. Each epissode will cover a spoken or unspoken policy that impacts our money. And, to be clear, it won't be all politics. Policy happens in all aspects of our lives. Listen to the episode to learn more. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/why-dont-more-personal-finance-content-creators-talk-about-policy Season 7, Episode 1
Wed, August 09, 2023
Billionaires and the Deep Blue Sea: Why Do We Hate the Rich and the Poor
In this week's episode of Michelle is Money Hungry, I reflect on the Titanic submersible and immigrant boat capsize tragedies from earlier this summer. What do these two tragedies have in common? You may be surprised. Show notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/why-do-we-hate-the-rich-and-the-poor
Tue, August 01, 2023
I'm Back from a 6 Month Break
After a 6 month break from creating content for the Michelle is Money Hungry Podcast and Website-I'm back at it! I am energized and ready to go. In this short episode I talk about why personal finance content creators should take breaks and just listen and observe the financial conversations being held around them. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/why-every-personal-finance-content-creator-should-take-a-break-from-content-creation
Tue, February 21, 2023
Why I am Pausing Michelle Is Money Hungry
I love talking about personal finance, policy and equity. But, I've recently made a hard decisioin about the Michelle is Money Hungry Podcast and I'm sharing in this episode what I've decided to do with it. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/podcast-break
Wed, February 15, 2023
How Chiante Jones Helps High Achieving Women Better Their Finances
I truly enjoyed having the following conversation with Chiante Jones about her journey into entrepreneurship, how she helps high-achieving women better their finances and why so many Black women are attracted to working for themselves. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-high-achieving-women-can-better-their-finances
Tue, February 07, 2023
How to Choose Work From Home Gigs Better
If you're looking for a work from home gig and are trying to figure out a way to choose the best one for your personality, use the following steps to help you find the right gig for you. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-choose-work-from-home-gigs-better
Wed, February 01, 2023
The Cost of a Life of Ease For Black Women
Black women are reevaluating their lives and having very real conversations framed around ease and the "soft-life" In this episode, I reflect on how I embraced a life of ease for myself, how I may have accidentally overcorrected after years of hard work and ask some hard questions about the cost of ease Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/the-cost-of-a-life-of-ease-for-black-women
Wed, January 25, 2023
Meghan and Harry: The Making of a Billion Dollar Brand and Their Unexpected Universal Experiences
I decided to wait awhile before publishing any content about Harry and Meghan (The Duke and Duchess of Sussex) because I needed some time to look at and observe other people's reactions to them. In this episode I share my thoughts on: Harry and Meghan, Universal Experiences, Building a Billion Dollar Brand and Racism. There is salty language in the show! Let me know what you think. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/meghan-and-harry-the-making-of-a-billion-dollar-brand
Tue, January 10, 2023
How to Make More Money as a Gig Worker or Side-Hustler
In this episode, I share some simple to use strategies to make more money doing side-hustles or gig work. You may be surprised by some of the simple strategies that I share and one industry that you might one to avoid. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-more-money-as-a-gig-worker-or-side-hustler
Mon, January 09, 2023
Your Unsexy Financial Goals are Someone Else's Sexy Goals
It's the beginning of the New Year when I'm recording this episode. And I've been thinking a lot about how financial goals are framed in a way that may discourage people from dreaming big about their money. Goals such as paying off debt, saving an emergency fund or investing a small amount at a time. I want to tell you that your financial goals don't have to be "sexy" Listen to the following short episode where I share why you should ignore what everyone else is doing and focus on you. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/boring-financial-goals
Wed, December 14, 2022
How a Woman in Detroit is Uplifting the Voices of Women Everywhere and Creating Her Best Life
In today's podcast episode, I speak with Robin Kinnie of Motor City Woman Studios. She shares some insight into how she's designing her best life through uplifting the voices of women as creators and experts in the audio space. I love this conversation. If you're thinking about creative entrepreneurship-this episode is a must listen. We also talk about how COVID became an unexpected opportunity for her business. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/uplifting-the-voices-of-women
Tue, December 13, 2022
How Twitter and Other Social Media Platforms Can Help Freelancers and Side-Hustlers Make More Money
In looking back at the past couple of years, it has become very clear that social media has become one of the key ways that I attract money making opportunities. But, it's an intentional process, takes some thought and isn't random. If you're a freelancer, side-hustler or even work a 9-5-listen to the following episode for steps you can take to make money leveraging social media platforms. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-social-media-platforms-help-freelancers-make-money
Mon, December 12, 2022
How Helping Women Of Color Be Heard Has Helped One Woman Create Her Best Life
One of the best decisions I ever made was starting a podcast. It has been a truly incredible experience allowing me to share my thoughts, expertise and ideas in a way that would be difficult with other types of media. But, podcasting can be a lonely endeavor. That's where Danielle Desir comes in. She is the founder of Women of Color Podcasters and I am thrilled to be a paying member of the WOC community. In this episode we break down how she prepared to take "the leap" Becoming a mom along the way and Danielle shares some thoughtful tips on managing risk. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/women-of-color-podcasters
Fri, December 09, 2022
Brittney Griner Freed: Let's Talk Pay Equity and Geopolitics
In this quick episode I share some thoughts that have been on my mind for the past year. It's now time to talk about geopolitical moves, pay equity and the risk of overseas travel. I have some thoughts after working over 10+ years with adult international students. I share what I used to stress about and share some food for thought. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/brittney-griner-freed
Tue, December 06, 2022
How to Make More Money as a Freelancer
I am on a mission to help freelancers earn more money freelancing. Freelancing can be incredibly lucrative as a side-hustle or main gig. BUT, it can be very frustrating because there are a lot of strategies that people are unaware of that can help them earn more. In this podcast episode I share what I've done to consistently earn more as a freelancer. No, it's not normal to earn .10 a word. Here's how you can earn more. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/mimhcatch Check out this episode's brand partner: Catch If you're looking for a helpful tool to help you create and manage a benefits package as a freelancer or entrepreneur.
Mon, December 05, 2022
Why People Quit Working at Twitter
I decided to share my thoughts about why people quit working at Twitter. At the heart of this conversation is workers' rights, choice and freedom. See what I did there? Were workers foolish for quitting? I also talk about F#ck You funds. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/why-people-quit-working-at-twitter
Mon, November 28, 2022
How Two Women Bettered The Lives of Freelancers By Designing a Better Invoicing System
When I say that the tool "Harlow" has improved the behind the scenes logistics of my business-I'm not exagerrating. For the past year I've focused on finding tools that would make things easier for me to do the work that I love doing. But invoicing, task management and client management was becoming stressful. In the following conversation I speak with the co-founders of Harlow, a tool that I absolutely love. Samantha Anderl and Andrea Wildt are incredible. They also share some lessons learned in raising funds for Harlow, taking risks and bettering their lives through thoughtful entrepreneurship. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/harlow-invoicing-tool
Wed, November 23, 2022
How One Woman's Freelance Writing Business Changed Her Life
In this episode I speak with Laura Gariepy-a freelance writer who left her old profession and has designed a new life with her freelancing business. She candidly shares the good, the bad and the concerning as she moves forward with her career. I love how candid she is in this conversation. If you're thinking about becoming a freelancer, I think you'll get a lot out of this episode. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/freelance-writing-business
Mon, November 21, 2022
Designing a Better Life By Leaving Moving to a New Country
If you're thinking about moving abroad listen to one woman's experience. We talk about what to consider, the unexpected and other aspects of moving abroad that people need to consider before the get on the plane. I speak with Bianca Hughes host of the podcast "It Didn't Break Me" Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/designing-a-better-life-by-leaving-moving-to-a-new-country
Mon, November 14, 2022
How One Woman Embraced Freelancing To Better Her Life with Miranda Marquit
In this episode I speak with Miranda Marquit, a woman who have built up an incredibly successful freelance career. At the same time designing a life that best serves her and her family. We talk about American women wanting more and what that looks like. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/freelancing-to-better-your-life
Thu, November 10, 2022
How Travel Can Empower Women and Better Their Lives
If you've dreamed of travelling around the world but aren't sure where to begin Jen on a Jet Plane shares her tips. At the same time we talk about how travel and taking careful risks can help women lead fuller lives. Jen also shares how she recognized that she was in the wrong place professionally and what she did about it. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/
Tue, November 08, 2022
Designing a Better Personal and Professional Life By Bringing People Together
I'm so excited to focus on the following topic "When women want more." This is a thoughtful conversation about American and women and the choices that we make to improve our lives. In today's episode I speak with Shivawn Mitchell the founder of "Seated with Strangers" a podcast and in-person event fostering deeper connections between strangers. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/ designing-a-better-personal-life
Mon, October 10, 2022
Why Are We Making $2,000 Rent a Thing?
In this episode I talk about how $2,000 a month rent has become "a thing" ethical landlording and some thoughts about society's role in creating homelessness. Are policy problems cloaked as opportunities? Are we to blame? What could we do differently to provide equitable access to housing while pursuing our real estate dreams. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/2000-dollar-rent
Mon, October 03, 2022
What's With the Recession Hysteria in the Personal Finance Face?
In today's episode, I talk about a phenomena that I've noticed in the personal finance space-recession hysteria. I share why I think this hysteria is so strange and how I prepare for the next recession. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/recession-hysteria
Fri, September 30, 2022
Experiencing White Poverty as a Black Woman in a White Town
I don't know if you're ready for this podcast episode. I've talked about American poverty before on the show. In this episode, I share some things that I've observed that may be difficult to hear. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/white-homelessness
Wed, September 28, 2022
A Conversation About Personal Responsibility In Personal Finance
It's time for a conversation about why I'm tired of people talking about personal responsibility in personal finance. It's not what you think. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/personal-responsibility
Mon, September 26, 2022
My Experience Doing the Fjallraven Classic: Black People DO Backpack
One of my favorite activities to enjoy is exploring the outdoors. I love to hike, bike, walk, camp and backpack whenever possible. In today's episode, I share my exprience participating in the Fjallraven Classic USA and answer some questions that you might have for me about whether or not you should participate. Show notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/fjallraven-classic
Wed, September 21, 2022
What a Month of Free Transit in Colorado Taught Me About American Policy
In this episode I discuss the Zero Fare for Better Air (free month of transit in Colorado) that happened during the month of August and why this program has fired me up when it comes to financial policy and initiatives that serve the greater good. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/transit-in-colorado
Mon, September 19, 2022
Stop Telling Everyone to Buy a Home
In the following episode I talk about why I wish we would stop telling everyone to buy a home. There are some downsides. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/should-everyone-buy-a-house
Mon, September 12, 2022
Michelle is Money Hungry-A Reintroduction
In today's episode I wanted to reintroduce myself, the show and what is the mission of the work that I do. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/reintroduction
Wed, September 07, 2022
Last Episode of Student Loan Forgiveness Season-Short and Sweet
The Biden Administration's student loan forgiveness policy has been shared. What are my thoughts? Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/slf-final-episode
Tue, August 30, 2022
11 Personal Finance Creators Share Their Thoughts on Student Loan Forgiveness
In this second to last episode about student loan forgiveness, I share what my 10 guests and I think should happen with the policy. This episode was recorded prior to the release of the policy details. How close were we to the actual policy? What did we forget? Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/11-personal-finance-creators-share-their-thoughts-on-student-loan-forgiveness
Tue, August 16, 2022
Maybe It's Time for a Debt Jubiliee
Amanda of Millionaire By Next Year and I get really meta as we talk about student loan forgiveness, debt and more in the second to last episode of my thirteen week series all about student loan forgiveness. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/debt-jubilee
Tue, August 09, 2022
There Is More Than One Way to Forgive Student Loans
Jack Wang helps students figure out how to pay for college with the goal of avoiding going into student loan debt. We also talk about the fact that there's more than one way to design a student loan forgiveness policy. He offers an intriguing option. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/forgive-student-loans
Tue, August 02, 2022
$250,000 in Student Loans and the PSLF Program with Matt Lane
Matt Lane who is known for his "Financial Bad Takes" Bracket on Twitter shares his student loan forgiveness journey as he gets close to the end. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of the Public Service Loan Forgivness Program. Matt even shares a rant. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/250000-in-student-loans
Tue, July 26, 2022
That's Nice that You Paid Off Your Student Loans
In this episode Kevin L. Matthews and I talk about the pros and cons of student loan forgiveness. He actually has an economics degree. Let's Gooooo!!! Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/you-paid-off-your-student-loans
Mon, July 18, 2022
A Lawyer Thinks We Should Abolish Undergrad-Here's Why
In this episode, Lisa from A Lawyer and Her Money shares her thoughts about the student loan forgiveness program, why undergrad should be abolished and what we could do instead to change higher education in America. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/we-should-get-rid-of-undergrad
Tue, July 12, 2022
What a Student Loan Lawyer Thinks About Student Loan Forgiveness
It feels like I've spoke with a lot of lawyers in this series because I have. In this episode I speak wit Stanley Tate, a lawyer who specializes in student loan related law. In this short but impactful conversation I found out how much most of us don't know about what's currently available to us now-without needing a Student Loan Forgiveness Policy change. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/student-loan-lawyer
Tue, July 05, 2022
Why the Debt Payoff King is Not Pro Student Loan Forgiveness
It was important for me to have a balanced discussion about the student loan forgiveness policy. In this episode I speak with Howard Dvorkin, CEO of Debt.com about why he is not for this policy and some of his concerns. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/no-to-student-loan-forgiveness
Tue, June 28, 2022
Keeping Your Mileage Points and Cash Back Rewards Organized with Zac Hood ofTravel Freely and Cash Freely
One of my favorite things to do is to share helpful free. resources that help make things easier in your life. In this episode I speak with Zac Hood, creator of CashFreely and Travel Freely, free apps that help users keep their cash rewards and mileage points organized. It's a fun story and cool tools, if you're planning your Blaxit, are a FIRE fan or just want cash back-listen to the episode Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/cash-freely-and-travel-freely
Tue, June 28, 2022
Some Real Talk About Student Loan Forgiveness and Student Loans with Ja'Net Adams
In this episode, I speak with Ja'Net Adams from Debt Sucks University. We talk about the potential for Student Loan Forgiveness whether it will be $10-$50,000 and whichever amount is a gift, the students who are in school now and how lifestyle perceptions can influence policy. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/student-loans-suck
Tue, June 21, 2022
$230,000 In Student Loans Forgiven: A Conversation with Kyle Landis-Marinello
In this week's podcast episode, I speak with Kyle Landis-Marinello, lawyer, author and recipient of a significant amount of student loan forgiveness via the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. We talk about the good/the bad and the frustrating of this program. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/pay-off-200k-in-student-loans
Tue, June 14, 2022
A General Conversation About Student Loan Forgiveness with the Founder of The College Investor
If you haven't had a chance to the first two episodes of the series I hope that you will give them a listen. In this week's episode about Student Loan Forgiveness, I speak with Robert Farrington, founder of The College Investor about the ins and outs of student loan forgiveness. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/student-loan-forgiveness-with-the-college-investor
Wed, June 08, 2022
Student Loan Forgiveness: Michelle's Reaction
In this episode I share why I decided to tackle this project, why it's important to me and the time I rode a camel at a college. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/student-loan-forgiveness-reaction
Tue, June 07, 2022
Flashpoint: Student Loan Forgiveness and the Crisis of the Cost of Higher Education in America
For the next 12 episodes, Michelle is Money Hungry will be speaking with different experts in the personal finance community about the potential for Student Loan Forgiveness. We talk about the pros and cons and everything in-between. Show Link https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/student-loan-forgiveness-podcast
Mon, April 04, 2022
Experiencing American Poverty While on Vacation
***Trigger Warning*** In this episode I do reference suicide and death briefly. In this episode, I talk about experiencing American poverty while on vacation. It's time to have some honest conversatoins about what's going on in American cities/communities. As things open up and citizens from other cities and countries you might not be ready for how they see your town. And, yes, I even bring up my hometown of Denver. https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/american-poverty-while-on-vacation
Mon, March 21, 2022
Wallet Activism with Tanja Hester
In this episode author Tanja Hester and I discuss her new book "Wallet Activism" and the power behind every financial decision.
Mon, March 14, 2022
Pop Culture Money: Ryan Coogler Reminds Us Why Banking While Black Can Suck and Kim K. Thinks No One Is Working
Time for a pop culture and money episode. I talk about Ryan Coogler and Kim K. Too very different financial conversations-both worth having Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/banking-while-black
Mon, March 07, 2022
No One Talks About Your Money During War
In this short episode I talk about a conversation that I've never had-what do you do when war happens and how it impacts one's money. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/your-money-during-war
Mon, February 28, 2022
Talking Cryptocurrency with Black Crypto Enthusiast and Expert Trey Edwards
What in the hell is cryptocurrency and should Black people be excited about it or at least learn about how it works? The jury is still out for a lot of people as to whether crypto is here to stay, is an MLM or a new way to lose your money. In today's episode I speak with Trey Edwards of Coinbase about what crypto is and isn't and why so many Black people are excited about this new asset class. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/black-people-and-crypto
Mon, February 21, 2022
Quitting Corporate with Rahkim Sabree
In this episode I speak with Rahkim Sabree, a personal finace influence who made waves with his post "Bye, Corporate America. How Firing My Boss Saved My Black Life." We talk about financial modeling and how it has the power to impact financial choices and your money beliefs, the tension of growing a brand outside or your 9-5 and so much more. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/rahkim-sabree
Mon, February 14, 2022
How to Avoid Becoming a Financially Angry Black Woman
There are so many reasons for Black women to be angry but my concern is that unchanneled anger can ultimately harm our health and wallets. In this episode, I explore how to avoid becoming financially angry-what do instead and talk about going to a Rage room. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/angry-black-woman
Mon, February 07, 2022
Talking Building Black Generational Wealth with Julien and Kiersten Saunders of Rich and Regular
In the following podcast episode, I speak with Julien and Kiersten from Rich and Regular about building Black generational wealth across the African Diaspora. We talk about misconceptions, unspoken tensions and action steps that can be taken to help everyone. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/black-generational-wealth
Mon, January 31, 2022
Confronting My Own Financial Classism
I hate to admit this but I stuggle with my own financial classism. In this quick episode I share some thoughts. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/financial-classism
Mon, January 24, 2022
Bank with FAIR: An Interview with Its Founder Khalid Parekh
There are so many cool fintech products being developed that it can be hard to keep up with them all. In this episode I speak with Khalid Parekh founder and CEO of FAIR. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/bank-with-fair
Fri, January 21, 2022
Refinancing for the First Time? 4 Homeowners Share Helpful Tips
If you're thinking about refinancing for the first time but aren't sure what to ask about the process, here are some tips from 4 homeowners who've gone through the process. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/tips-for-refinancing
Mon, January 17, 2022
The Financial and Emotional Cost of Fun
In this episode being released on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I talk about the financial and emotional cost of fun. This has been on my mind for awhile and I thought it was time to share what I was thinking about. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/the-financial-and-emotional-cost-of-fun
Mon, January 10, 2022
Not All Money is Good Money: A Conversation about Financial Crossroads
I've worked side-hustles since I turned 16 years old. And I've worked side-hustles while working my regular 9-5 jobs. In this episode I reflect on "Is all money good money?" And share the challenge that I'm dealing with quitting side-hustles. Why is this so hard?! Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/are-side-hustles-worth-it
Wed, January 05, 2022
15 Financial Conversations from Selling Tampa and Selling Sunset
Over the holiday break I obsessively watched Selling Tampa and Selling Sunset-two reality shows that follow the lives of real estate brokers in Tampa and Los Angeles. In this episode I share the 15 financial conversations that came up for me as I watched the show. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/selling-sunset
Mon, January 03, 2022
Not a Financial Unicorn
It's the beginning of the New Year and I have some things on my mind. I want to share what financial unicorns are (I'm not one) a big project that I'm working on and what I wish for my wonderful listeners. New Year, New You when it comes to your money. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/not-a-financial-unicorn
Mon, December 13, 2021
End of Year Wrap Up and Oh, Hey, Episode 200
It's crazy to me that we're closing in on the end of 2021 and this year has been wild. I thought I would share some financial lessons learned and some thoughts about money during this year. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/end-of-year-wrap-up
Mon, December 06, 2021
How to Design Your Financial No-No Map
Sometimes it's hard to know what your financial boundaries are especially in the moment. In this quick episode I talk about what a Financial No-No map is and why it's important to have one. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-design-your-financial-no-no-map
Mon, November 29, 2021
The Emotional and Financial Cost of Your Dreams
In this episode I talk about the emotional and financial cost of chasing your dreams. I share 5 lessons learned from King Richard, a movie executive produced by Venus and Serena Williams, about their father Richard Williams. I reflect on what he did to help them become the tennis legends that they are today. It's and incredible movie and story. * No movie spoilers in the episode* Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/chasing-your-dreams
Mon, November 22, 2021
Is Crypto Just Tulip Mania 2.0 ?
One of the most interesting opinions that I hear shared about cryptocurrency is that it is basically Tulip Mania 2.0. There are people convinced that crypto is a bubble waiting to burst sometime soon. In this episode, I share my thoughts about crypto and the lens that I view it through. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/is-crypto-tulip-mania
Mon, November 15, 2021
CampFi Southwest Review: And a Conversation About Creating More Welcoming Spaces in the FIRE Community
Are you a FIRE focused person who is looking for FIRE events to attend? Are you curious about the CampFI events that happen throughout the year? In this episode I share my CampFI review, my thoughts about creating welcoming FIRE spaces, why I'm eating my words about attending EconoMe. And candidly share why I don't feel comfortable in the midwest and why that discomfort impacted my decision NOT to attend EconoMe. Finally, I share tips on what FIRE event creators can do to create better FIRE events. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/campfi-review
Mon, November 08, 2021
How People Flex Financial Power in Their Daily Lives
Have you ever considered that you may have financial power over other people? In this episode I share what I've noticed when working side-hustles this year. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/financial-power
Mon, November 01, 2021
I Am Not a Financial Expert
You've probably referenced your favorite personal finance influencer as a money expert or they've shared that in their biography. In this episode I share why I'm uneasy with that title and some food for thought. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/not-an-expert
Mon, October 04, 2021
A Review of FinCon 2021 (Austin)
In this episode, I share a review of my first in-person FinCon since 2017 Dallas. I share what worked, some challenges and my overall experience. I would love to hear if you attended or if you're planning to attend in 2022. The pre-sale tickets are already available. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/fincon-2021-review
Mon, September 27, 2021
Learning More About Crypto Currency with Gabby Hui of Merkle Science
Gabby Hui from Merkle Science has a candid conversation with me about crypto, what it is and what to consider when thinking about investing in it. Think of this conversation as a crypto 101 conversation. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/crypto-101
Mon, September 20, 2021
How to Strategize Attending FinCon in Person
I'm about to attend my 7th FinCon event. Here are my tried and true strategies for having a successful in-person conference experience. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/attending-a-fincon-event
Mon, September 13, 2021
The Tipping Wars: Has Tipping Become Part of the Frontlines
I've decided to share my take on the tipping conversations that keep coming up in the different personal finance spaces that I'm in. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-tip
Wed, September 08, 2021
How to Boycott a State...Like Texas
I have A LOT of experience boycotting states, people and organizations. If you're sketchy, racist or a douche you'll never see any of my money if I can help it. If you're trying to figure out what to think about and how to approach this-listen to the following episode. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-boycott-a-state
Mon, September 06, 2021
Are You Going to FinCon2021?
Almost every single year since 2012 I've written a post about attending FinCon, the largest personal finance conference in the United States, if not the world. This year I decided to bring some personal finance influencers onto the show and have them share what they've decided to do. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/fincon2021
Mon, August 30, 2021
Side-Hustle Shaming: Why I Stopped Talking About Writing Romance
I love talking about money, policy, politics and pop culture. But, I also really love how side-hustles helped me accelerate paying off my debts and grow my personal finance business. In this episode, I talk about why I love writing romance as a side-hustle and why I stopped taking about it because I got tired of the shaming. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/side-hustle-shaming-romance
Mon, August 23, 2021
3 Personal Finance Influencers Share Why the Elevate Influencer Conference Is Needed
Elevate Influencer is the personal finance conference that POC influencers needed. Our financial conversations are nuanced and varied. 3 personal finance influencers share why this conference is so impactful. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/elevate-influencer-2021
Thu, August 19, 2021
Let's Talk About Broke Bobby
Have you been the "Broke" person in a group of friends? Well, it's all relative. And in this episode I talk about the Broke Bobby viral TikTok video. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/broke-bobby
Mon, August 16, 2021
Creating a More Empathetic Personal Finance Community
I had a fantastic conversation with Matt Lane, creator of the Bad Financial Takes brackets on Twitter. We talk about fostering financial empathy, how policy impacts money and those $315,000 student loans. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/matt-lane
Mon, August 09, 2021
Are Billionaires Evil? Even if They Are Rihanna?
Jeff Besos, Rihanna, Jay-Z, Elon Musk, Oprah, Bill Gates and The Waltons all have something in common-they are all billionaires. In this episode, my guests Saundra Davis, Kevin L. Matthews II and I discuss the billionaire conundrum. Are they bad for society? Or, are haters gonna hate? Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/are-billionaires-evil-even-if-they-are-rihanna
Mon, August 02, 2021
Making Money Online as a Sex Worker: A Candid Conversation with Minnie
If you've ever wondered about what working in the sex industry is like or what it's like to work online in the sex industry-this episode is a must listen. There are parts where it's a tough conversation and I've rated it NR-17. If you're uncomfortable with the idea of having a conversation about sex work, do not listen to this episode. You won't hurt either my or Minnie's feelings. If you want to learn about the online sex work industry grab a drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and listen on Show Notes: h ttps://michelleismoneyhungry.com/curious-about-the-financial-life-of-sex-workers
Mon, August 02, 2021
How to Make Money Writing Erotica and Romance Novels
If you've thought about writing erotica or romance novels, listen up. This is a judgement free zone and Michelle has some tips to get started in either (or, both) genres. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-make-money-online-writing-erotica-and-romance
Mon, July 26, 2021
How Do White Freelancers Get Good Paying Gigs?
This podcast episode is in response to a Twitter thread where a POC commenter asked this question. Having also asked this question myself, I give some insight into what I learned after becoming a member of a closed group for 6 figure freelancers. Hopefully some of these tips will help you rethink your business strategy and grow your income. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/how-to-get-good-freelancing-clients
Mon, July 19, 2021
Should You Pay Off Your Debt?
The following question has been on my mind for awhile. Was it a good idea for me to pay off my debt? If you're wondering if YOU should pay off your debt-I'm not giving advice on that. But, I thought this would be a great time to reflect on this question after paying off over $60,000 of unsecured debt. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/should-you-pay-off-your-debt
Mon, June 14, 2021
What is Bitcoin? With Jesse Cramer from The Best Interest
I'm going to admit something. I'm both fascinated and a little bit leery of crypto currency. But, as a person who dabbles in the finance space, I wanted to learn more about how cryptocurrency works, what exactly it is and why Elon Musk is so excited about it. In this podcast episode Jesse Cramer of The Best Interest helps to decode Bitcoin. It's a great conversation and I hope you learn as much as I did. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/what-is-bitcoin
Mon, June 07, 2021
Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 Dollars: My Experience Living in a City with a $14.77 Minimum Wage
For the past year, since the $15 minimum wage conversation came up....I've had some thoughts. It's taken me awhile to finally address it in a show and I hope you give this episode a listen. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/15-dollar-minimum-wage
Mon, May 31, 2021
100 Years Later: A Conversation About the Tulsa Race Massacre with Kevin L. Matthews II
Today is the 100 anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre. In this episode, my friend Kevin L. Matthews II shares why he decided to write his book "From Burning to Blueprint: Rebuilding Black Wall Street After a Century of Silence" I hope you watch the video in the show notes where I share the testimony of 107 year old survivor Ms. Viola Fletcher. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/tulsa-race-massacre
Wed, May 26, 2021
Quinisha Jackson-Wright: Author of Working Twice as Hard
In today's episode I speak with author and freelancer Quinisha Jackson-Wright. She's author of the book "Working Twice as Hard: The Reality of Entrepreneurship for Black Women" We get real about entrepreneurship, being ourselves in the workplace and some of the challenges that are a reality of Black women going into business for themselves. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/quinisha-jackson-wright
Mon, May 24, 2021
Back from a 2 Month Break
I stopped releasing podcast episodes two months ago. It was a must needed break and I'd like to share why I took a break. What I've decided to do with Michelle is Money Hungry moving forward and a new project that I've recently launched. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/podcasting-vacation
Mon, April 05, 2021
Financial Influencers and Financial Shaming
I thought it was time to bring this conversation up again. Financial influencers and financial shame. Let's talk. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/stop-financial-shaming
Mon, March 29, 2021
The Two Skills Everyone Needs to Develop
There are skills that we need in order to work with other people. Unfortunately, there aren't enough conversations about the importance of the skills needed to connect with other people and grow your professional or entrepreneurial connections. Listen to the following episode to learn what they are. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/soft-skills-and-people-skills
Mon, March 22, 2021
The Two Year Conundrum
Have you ever thought about doing something for over two years. Such as starting a podcast, creating a YouTube channel or a coaching business. In this episode I share my thoughts on what I now call "The Two Year Conundrum." Is this you? Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/the-two-year-conundrum
Mon, March 15, 2021
7 Lessons Learned from a Recent Business Mistake
One of the things that I've noticed when speaking with people about going into business is their fear of making mistakes. In this episode I share a recent mistake that I made, lessons learned and share why making mistakes in your business is an important part of business growth. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/business-mistakes
Mon, March 08, 2021
Why This Progressive Is Against the ProAct In Its Current Form
If you're a freelancer or have been paid via a 1099 this is an important episode that you MUST listen to. Your business is at risk and it's important for you to understand why. This episode is a short 13 minutes. Please share with other freelancers. Show Notes: https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/pro-act
Mon, March 01, 2021
How to Create a Value Driven Business
Are you confused by how to create a business that is in alignment with your personal beliefs? Are you afraid that you won't make money because your personal values are a part of your overall brand? This quick episode will help you deal with that fear. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/value-driven-business
Mon, March 01, 2021
How to Live a Values Driven Financial Life
If you're trying to figure out how to live a value-driven financial life and aren't sure how-listen to the following episode. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/value-driven-life
Mon, February 22, 2021
17 Financial (and other) Lessons Learned During COVID
As I wrap up my Black History Month Content, I thought it would be a good time to discuss some of the financial lessons that I've noticed during the past year. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/financial-lessons
Mon, February 15, 2021
Black People and Slow F.I.R.E. its Not Just About Retirement
I will admit that I used to be a big fan of F.I.R.E. related stories. But, as much as F.I.R.E. attracted me as something to attain I had some reservations. At the heart of F.I.R.E. was the reality that it was unavailable to the vast number of people that could be served by many of the key components of F.I.R.E. The more I thought about it, the more I realized that Slow F.I.R.E. was a social equity movement vs. a F.I.R.E. movement. Listen on. Show Notes https://michelleismoneyhungry.com/black-people-and-slow-fire
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