Podcast Episodes

1880: The Cost of Ambition: Affording Goals Without Burnout

What happens when ambition—the very quality that’s supposed to fuel our success—ends up making us sick?

My guest today, Amina AlTai, knows this firsthand. On a sweltering July morning in New York City…

Published on 3 months ago

1879: Stepfamily Finances: Navigating Love, Money, and the Insider-Outsider Dynamic

Blended families don’t just merge households—they merge bank accounts, bills, and very different money expectations. And while stepfamilies are becoming more and more common, the financial playbook f…

Published on 3 months ago

1878: Ask Farnoosh: Should I Sell My House? How to Build Credit Without Credit Cards?

In this episode, Farnoosh shares advice on managing finances between partners with unequal incomes and offers guidance on common financial queries such as selling a home to live mortgage-free and bui…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

1877: How to Not Be Financially Tacky

What does it mean to be well-mannered with your money?

Today, we’re getting a masterclass in modern etiquette from Daniel Post Senning, the great-great-grandson of Emily Post and co-president of the E…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

1876: Crypto in Your 401(k)? What You Need to Know

While most of us wait until January to make financial resolutions, fall is actually one of the smartest times to review your finances, especially your 401(k). Deadlines are coming up, new legislation…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

1875: Ask Farnoosh: How to Pay for College (Actually) + 529 Improvements

In this episode of So Money, host Farnoosh Torabi dedicates the conversation to college savings in recognition of College Savings Month. Returning guest Patricia Roberts, author of Route 529 and a le…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

1874: Caring for Aging Parents and Their Money

Financial journalist Beth Pinsker joins with a sneak preview of her forthcoming book My Mother’s Money: A Guide to Financial Caregiving (out this November). We dive into the realities of stepping in …

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

1873:  The Power of Lean Learning in the Age of AI with Pat Flynn

Our guest needs little introduction if you’ve spent any time in the world of online entrepreneurship. Pat Flynn is one of the most respected thought leaders in digital business and passive income. He…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

1872: Ask Farnoosh: When Money Gets Messy: Family, Love, and Work Decisions

In this week's Ask Farnoosh episode, we tackle three major financial dilemmas from listeners: Setting Boundaries as a Daughter of Immigrants, Avoiding Financial Dependence on a Partner and Knowing Wh…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

1871: 5 Mistakes That Hurt Mental and Financial Strength

Guest Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, mental strength trainer and the host of Mentally Stronger. She joins to share her 5 lifestyle mistakes that keep you from growing mentally stronger — and financi…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago