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Friday · 35 min
Brown Buzz: Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nolan Wells & AI Jobs
Brown Buzz is back! Mandi breaks down the Nikole Hannah-Jones school-choice debate, the latest in the Nolan Wells case, why the AI job apocalypse may be more complicated than it sounds, and what SAVE borrowers need to do now. In this episode • Nikole Hannah-Jones, school segregation, and the emotional cost of impossible parenting choices • Why repair and accountability matter after harm • The latest in the Nolan Wells case • The AI “boomerang” trend and how to strengthen your career resilience • What SAVE borrowers need to do now • Kennedy Ryan’s major adaptation news BA Fam action steps • Parents: Review what your child is bringing home from school, ask questions, document concerns, and organize with other families when systems are not meeting students’ needs. • Workers: Update your résumé with business outcomes, build fluency with the AI tools relevant to your industry. • SAVE borrowers: Check your StudentAid.gov and loan-servicer accounts, find your individual transition deadline, compare repayment options, and submit an application before that deadline. RESOURCES: Explore federal income-driven repayment options SAVE-plan transition information 🎁 FREE LINK to "In Fighting for Every Black Child, Did I Betray My Own? By Nikole Hannah-Jones See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wednesday · 58 min
The Doctor Is In: Dr. Taz on Hormones, Women’s Health & Advocating for Yourself
In this episode, Mandi sits down with Dr. Tasneem “Dr. Taz” Bhatia, a board-certified physician and integrative medicine expert, to talk about women’s health, hormones, healthcare, and what it really means to advocate for yourself. Dr. Taz shares her own experience of becoming a doctor who became the patient after struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, hair loss, and other symptoms that were initially dismissed as stress. She also explains how her journey into integrative medicine changed the way she thinks about gut health, hormones, nutrition, stress, supplements, and preventive healthcare—and why women need to understand their bodies instead of simply accepting that feeling bad is “normal.” But this conversation goes beyond health. Dr. Taz opens up about building her healthcare business from two rooms in her husband’s dental office, bootstrapping her businesses, navigating money with her husband, and eventually bringing her clinics, supplements, digital platform, and other ventures together under Whole Plus. In this episode: Why women need to stop normalizing exhaustion, brain fog, weight gain, and other health symptoms Dr. Taz’s experience of becoming a doctor who became the patient The connection between stress, gut health, hormones, and overall wellness What women in their 30s and 40s should know about hormone health Understanding thyroid, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, insulin, and other health markers How to become a better advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office Why your medical appointment should be treated like a business meeting The difference between conventional, functional, and integrative medicine What to know before adding supplements to your routine Why supplements shouldn’t simply be chosen because they’re trending How preventive and proactive healthcare can change the way we approach wellness The financial realities of accessing personalized and integrative healthcare Why healthcare providers need more time with patients How Dr. Taz built her first practice while still working in the ER Bootstrapping a healthcare business and betting on yourself How Dr. Taz and her husband navigated money, business, and entrepreneurship together The evolution of Dr. Taz’s businesses into Whole Plus Why women need to make time for quiet, reflection, and self-care Connect With Dr. Taz Learn more about Dr. Taz and Hol+ at holplus.co Connect With Brown Ambition Follow Brown Ambition on Instagram: @brownambitionpodcast Follow Mandi Money: @mandimoney If this episode spoke to you, share it with a woman who’s been told she’s “just stressed,” “just getting older,” or needs to simply power through—and remind her that asking questions about her health is part of taking care of her wealth, her future, and herself. Note: This is for informational purposes and not meant to be medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 18 · 25 min
Brown Buzz: What the Fed, Ed Sheeran, and Jasmine Crockett Have in Common
In this special Friday episode, Mandi celebrates the BA Fam, shares the origin story behind Brown Ambition, and introduces Brown Buzz—your new end-of-week roundup of the headlines shaping your money, career, culture, and life. This week on Brown Buzz: • The Federal Reserve raised interest rates. What does that mean for credit-card debt, variable-rate loans, savings accounts, and your investments? • More job seekers are getting interviewed by AI bots instead of actual humans. Mandi shares how to navigate the robot-filled hiring process—and why your real-life network matters more than ever. • Ed Sheeran’s tour drama: Macklemore was removed from the tour after speaking out for Palestine, other artists walked away, and the controversy raises bigger questions about neutrality, power, and who gets to speak. • Rep. Jasmine Crockett is facing backlash after honoring Chris Brown at a Texas concert. Mandi unpacks the difference between fandom, Black joy, public recognition, and accountability. • Plus, a Brown Boost for Rep. Joyce Beatty after her response to President Donald Trump. Join the BA Book Club The Brown Ambition Book Club is back! Our September/October pick is Love, Me: A Letter to Black Women in a Toxic Country, Career, and Relationship by Tiffany D. Cross. Join the book club here: https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/r77pw75z5q Sign up to receive details about the virtual October book-club meetup. The invitation and event details will go to BA Fam who join through the link. Stay connected Have a headline, question, or topic you want on a future Brown Buzz? Email brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com, tag @brownambitionpodcast on Instagram, or send a DM @brownambitionpodcast Follow and subscribe to Brown Ambition, and come back every Wednesday for guest conversations and every Friday for Brown Buzz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 16 · 1 hr 11 min
Rituals To Help You Heal When Life is Too Much ft. Koya Webb
What happens when the ambition that helped you build your life starts costing you your well-being? For many ambitious women, especially women of color, success can come with a hidden cost: saying yes when we’re exhausted, pushing through when our bodies are asking us to slow down, and measuring our worth by how much we can accomplish. But wellness isn’t just about massages and self-care days. Sometimes it looks like setting boundaries, asking for help, knowing what you actually need, and giving yourself permission to come back to yourself. In this episode, Koya Webb joins Mandi Money to talk about the connection between wellness, ambition, money, and leadership. She opens up about losing her mother while writing her latest book, how grief changed the way she thinks about success and family, and why she’s learning to embrace a new version of herself. Koya also shares the entrepreneurial lessons she learned building her wellness business—from hiring and structuring a team to finding mentors and creating a financial design that helps her determine what she actually needs to earn and how much her time is worth. Plus, we talk about the rituals that can help us manage stress, process difficult experiences, and stop abandoning ourselves in the name of ambition. In this episode: Why ambition can sometimes lead to self-abandonment What grief taught Koya about success, family, and living authentically Building a wellness business from the ground up Why you don’t need a huge team to build a successful business The importance of structure, mentorship, and knowing when to ask for help Koya’s approach to financial well-being and “financial design” How to determine what you actually need to earn Using breathwork, affirmations, and other rituals to regulate stress Why women of color need tools to navigate difficult workplaces and relationships Learning to process pain instead of carrying it How to recognize when you’re self-abandoning for the sake of success Why sometimes the goal isn’t to leave—it’s to learn how to stay without losing yourself Finding the wisdom in your wounds and remembering that you can always come back Connect With Koya Follow Koya Webb on Instagram: @koyawebb Learn more about Koya’s work and get her new book, Well-Being Rituals: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394387229?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Connect With Brown Ambition Follow us on Instagram: @brownambitionpodcast Follow Mandi: @mandimoney If this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend who is building a big life — and needs permission to protect her peace while she does it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 9 · 1 hr 7 min
Build a Life You Can Fall Madly in Love With ft. Tiffany D. Cross
What happens when you spend years pouring everything into your career, relationships, and success only to realize they aren’t pouring the same love back into you? In this episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi sits down with journalist and author Tiffany D. Cross to talk about her new book, Love, Me: A Letter to Black Women in a Toxic Country, Career, and Relationship. Tiffany opens up about her very public exit from MSNBC, rebuilding her life after career heartbreak, and the difficult process of learning to recognize her own value. Together, Mandi and Tiffany explore the parallels between toxic workplaces and toxic relationships—and why so many of us chase validation through promotions, titles, money, and other people’s approval. They also talk about financial security, building your own table instead of waiting for a seat, the power of community, and why Black women need to think differently about career success, wealth, and what we’re building for the next generation. Plus, Tiffany makes a passionate case for putting down the phone, picking up a book, and remembering that the algorithm is not the blueprint. In this episode: Tiffany Cross on leaving MSNBC and starting over Career burnout, workplace validation, and knowing your worth Toxic relationships and toxic workplaces Financial security and building wealth Creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for a seat Community, Black women, and building for the next generation Why reading and learning still matter in the age of social media BOOK CLUB ANNOUNCEMENT: Also, we're thrilled to announce the Brown Ambition Book Club is back! And Tiffany's book is our September/October selection. We're giving 5 lucky listeners a FREE copy -- be sure to listen to the full episode to find out how to get yours! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 2 · 41 min
The September Hiring Bump Is Here—Here’s How to Use It.
September can be a powerful time to get visible, activate your network, and pursue the next role—but smart career strategy is not just about landing a new job. It is also about protecting your options before year-end budget decisions and possible restructurings. In this solo episode, Mandi shares how to use the fall hiring window, make yourself easier to hire, and create a no-panic layoff-readiness plan for your career and your money. In this episode, Mandi covers: • How to get specific about the role and work you want next • Why real conversations can be more useful than online salary data alone • A simple outreach script to reconnect with your network • How to refresh your résumé and LinkedIn without overthinking either one • Why 2–5 strong-fit applications can beat dozens of random ones • How to prepare for possible reorgs or layoffs without spiraling • Why you cannot afford to be the best-kept secret in your industry Get the free September Career Reset Toolkit https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/september Want every script and checklist from this episode in one place? Download Mandi’s free September Career Reset Toolkit, including the target-role Mad Lib, networking and reconnect-message templates, résumé and LinkedIn refresh checklist, job-search pipeline tracker, raise and promotion conversation prompts, and layoff-readiness plan. >>> Start here: two scripts from today’s episode Define your target role “I am targeting [role] opportunities in [industry or type of company] where I can use [two to three skills] to help solve [a specific business problem].” Reconnect with someone in your network “Hey [Name], I hope you had a good summer. I’ve been thinking about the work I want to focus on next, and I’m exploring [target role or field]. I’ve always respected your perspective on [specific reason]. If you have 20 minutes this month, I’d love to catch up and hear what you’re seeing in the industry. No pressure at all if your calendar is packed.” The 15-second LinkedIn test: If a hiring manager saw your LinkedIn profile for 15 seconds, could they tell what you do, who you help, and what results you create? Stay connected • Download Mandi’s Nail Your Negotiation Toolkit for 25+ scripts to help you negotiate compensation and advocate for yourself.: https://www.mandimoney.com/shop/p/nail-the-negotiation-17-word-for-word-scripts-to-help-you-negotiate-like-a-boss-without-ever-leaving-money-on-the-table-again • Subscribe to the Brown Ambition newsletter. • Watch full-length Brown Ambition video episodes on YouTube. • Follow Brown Ambition on Instagram: @brownambitionpodcast • Follow Mandi on Instagram: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 28 · 22 min
REWIND: 27 Years Old And Starting Over — Where Do I Begin? [BA QA]
This week's BA Q&A, Mandi is joined by friend of the show Naseema McElroy of Financially Intentional to answer a question from Serena, a 28-year-old multi-passionate entrepreneur torn between beauty and holistic health. Naseema drops gems on the power of niching down, embracing your unique story, and positioning yourself as a Key Person of Influence. If you’re feeling stuck between passions and need clarity on how to turn your ideas into a purposeful business, this episode is for you. 🔑 Highlights: Why failing fast is essential to the entrepreneurial journey How to build your business by owning your story and defining your niche 📚 Book rec: Key Person of Influence by Daniel Priestley (as recommended by Naseema) 💌 Got a question for the show? Email us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on IG @brownambitionpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 26 · 59 min
Karen Attiah's Huge Win vs Washington Post, plus a Single Mother's $1 Million Debt Payoff
Hey BA Fam! Mandi Money is back with a Brown Boost, Brown Break because there’s simply too much happening to stay quiet. First, Mandi turns her attention to Gary, Indiana, where tens of thousands of residents were left without power following severe storms. She talks about what the crisis reveals about racial inequity, the communities that too often get overlooked by mainstream media, and why voices like Keith Lee and other independent creators have become so important in bringing attention to stories that deserve national coverage. Then, it’s time for a much-needed Brown Boost. Mandi celebrates journalist Karen Attiah’s arbitration victory against The Washington Post after challenging her firing with the support of her union. Her win opens up a bigger conversation about Black women in media, workplace power, racial double standards, press freedom, unions, and what can happen when workers have the resources to fight back. And because we could all use a little inspiration, Mandi closes things out with a Brown Ambition rewind featuring Nassima McElroy and her incredible journey of paying off nearly $1 million in debt as a single mother. It’s a reminder that sometimes the system fails us, sometimes fighting back works, and sometimes the comeback story is exactly what we need to hear. Resources Mentioned in This Episode If you’d like to support Gary, Indiana residents impacted by the August storms or find assistance: Greater Gary Storm Recovery and Relief Fund: Donate through Legacy Foundation — Donations support emergency relief and disaster response for Gary residents. The Salvation Army — August 2026 Indiana Disaster Response: Donate and find disaster relief information — Supporting food, shelter, supplies, and other emergency assistance across affected Indiana communities. Indiana August 2026 Disaster Resource Hub: Apply for assistance and find recovery resources — Includes information on the State Disaster Relief Fund and emergency aid grants of up to $5,000 for eligible residents. Indiana 211: Call 211 or 866-211-9966 for assistance and to report storm damage. (Indiana Government) Support Karen Attiah: Mandi also recommends supporting independent journalism by following Karen Attiah’s reader-supported newsletter, The Golden Hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 21 · 24 min
My mom's $36,000 retirement [BA QA]
Mandi responds to a listener trying to help her 59-year-old mother recover from a costly retirement mistake after medically retiring from a job she held for 19 years. After discovering her mom had just $36,000 left and had accidentally withdrawn her retirement balance instead of rolling it into an IRA the listener is left figuring out how to protect what's left without creating an even bigger tax or benefits problem. What starts as a question about a 401(k) withdrawal turns into a bigger conversation about helping aging parents navigate retirement. Mandi breaks down the 60-day rollover window, taxes, income-based assistance, and the questions they need to ask Fidelity before making another move. She also explains why the "perfect" financial advice doesn't always fit real life. Sometimes the goal isn't keeping every retirement dollar untouched it's creating a plan that balances accessible cash, benefits, taxes, and long-term security without putting the entire responsibility on one person's shoulders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 19 · 48 min
Health, Healing, and Knowing Your Worth ft. Dr. Uche Blackstock [Rewind]
Hey BA fam, it’s Mandi Money! Today I’m bringing you a Brown Ambition Rewind featuring my conversation with physician, author, entrepreneur, and health equity advocate Dr. Uché Blackstock. We get real about burnout, identity, ambition, and what it takes to walk away from spaces that no longer serve you. Uché shares why she left a prestigious academic career, the emotional cost of feeling unseen, and how grief, motherhood, caregiving, and entrepreneurship have reshaped her definition of success. We also talk about the backlash against DEI, what patients should know about AI in healthcare, and why listening to your body, prioritizing rest, and making room for joy and community are just as important as chasing the next accomplishment. Resources & Links Dr. Uché Blackstock’s memoir: Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine Follow Dr. Uché Blackstock on Instagram: @ucheblackstockmd Learn more about Dr. Uché Blackstock: Uche Blackstock Official Website Keep Up With Brown Ambition Follow Brown Ambition on Instagram: Brown Ambition Podcast Listen to more episodes: Brown Ambition Official Website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 14 · 27 min
How to Network With Purpose — Plus, Nolan Wells' Parents Speak Out
This week, Mandi is reporting live from the National Association of Black Journalists convention with reflections, real talk, and a reminder that the best opportunities at a conference rarely come from simply being in the room.First, she breaks down how to turn conferences, industry events, and professional gatherings into meaningful networking opportunities. From preparing before you arrive to making authentic connections in the moment—and actually following up afterward—Mandi shares practical ways to leave an event with more than a tote bag and a stack of business cards. Then, the episode shifts to excerpts from the powerful Nolan Wells plenary at NABJ, featuring comments from his courageous mother, Christine, attorney Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton. The conversation is a moving reflection on community, advocacy, grief, and the importance of telling the stories that matter. In This Episode • A recap of Mandi’s experience at NABJ • How to approach networking without feeling transactional or awkward • Why preparation matters before you step into a conference • How to introduce yourself in a way people remember • The follow-up strategy that can turn a quick conversation into a real relationship • Why community is one of the most valuable things you can build in your career • Excerpts from the Nolan Wells plenary and reflections from the room Mandi’s Networking Reminders • Go in with a goal: Know who you want to meet, what you want to learn, and how you can be useful to others • Lead with genuine curiosity, not a pitch • Make your introduction clear: Say who you are, what you do, and what you’re interested in • Do not wait for the “perfect” moment to introduce yourself • Follow up within a few days, and give people a reason to remember the conversation • Focus on building relationships, not collecting contacts Listener Note This episode includes excerpts from a conversation involving Nolan Wells’s family and themes that may be emotionally difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 12 · 24 min
How to Reboot Your Ambition [Summer Money Reboot Week #6]
Mandi Money closes out the Summer Money Reboot series by rethinking what ambition looks like when the goals you once chased no longer fit the life you're living today. If you've ever reached a milestone and wondered, Is this still what I want?, this episode is your invitation to redefine success on your own terms. Mandi explores the difference between Brown Ambition and toxic ambition, sharing why changing direction doesn't mean you're giving up. Through the story of a coaching client navigating divorce, financial pressure, and a career crossroads, she breaks down what can happen when you stop chasing bigger titles and start prioritizing flexibility, creativity, financial stability, and peace. Mandi also opens up about her own ambition reboot and the decision to rewrite her book from scratch when she realized the original version no longer reflected who she had become. Whether you're considering a career pivot, letting go of an old goal, or simply questioning what success means in this season, this episode is a reminder that changing the plan doesn't make you less ambitious. Sometimes it means your ambition is finally working for you. Summer Money Reboot: Week 6 — Ambition Reboot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 5 · 32 min
How to Use Money to Buy Back Your Life [Summer Money Reboot Week #5]
Mandi Money continues the Summer Money Reboot series by exploring what happens when your finances look good on paper but your life no longer feels like it fits. If you've ever found yourself questioning a career that once excited you, wondering whether your spending reflects what you actually value, or feeling like you're chasing goals that no longer belong to you, this episode is your invitation to press pause and realign. Drawing from her own journey through burnout, motherhood, health challenges, and career transitions, Mandi shares why your money's purpose should evolve alongside your life. She explains how to recognize when you're in an "alignment season," why financial security alone isn't enough, and how to use your resources to create more peace, flexibility, and fulfillment instead of simply accumulating more. Whether you're considering a career pivot, investing in your health, setting stronger boundaries, or simply trying to make your budget reflect the person you've become, this episode offers practical exercises to help you reconnect your finances with your current values. From creating an Alignment Fund and auditing your spending to making intentional financial trade-offs that support your next chapter, Mandi shares approachable strategies to help you build a life that feels just as good as it looks. Summer Money Reboot Week 5 Workbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 31 · 24 min
Tomi Adeyemi, Amanda Seales & The Cost of Telling the Truth
In this solo episode, Mandi digs into the messy, public fallout around Children of Blood and Bone author Tomi Adeyemi and Insecure alum Amanda Seales — two Black women who chose to speak openly about mistreatment tied to projects that should have been “safe” for them. Using their stories as a lens, Mandi explores how misogynoir shows up when Black women tell the truth at work, why our first reaction is often tone policing instead of empathy, and what a practical (if imperfect) framework for speaking up can look like when protection is not guaranteed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 29 · 43 min
How to Invest in Your 30s and 40s When You’re Not Debt-Free Yet [Summer Money Reboot Week #4]
MandiMoney continues the Summer Money Reboot series by shifting the focus from getting out of debt to making your money work harder through investing. If you've been contributing to your 401(k), opened a retirement account years ago, or simply wondered whether your investment strategy still fits the life you're living today, this episode is your invitation to stop investing on autopilot and start investing with intention. Mandi shares how her own financial life has evolved from a 24-year-old with a target-date fund to a business owner, parent, and entrepreneur with completely different priorities. She explains why your investment strategy should grow alongside your life, how to evaluate your risk tolerance, avoid paying unnecessary fees, and make sure your portfolio reflects your current goals instead of the person you were a decade ago. Whether you're investing through a traditional 401(k), building wealth as a solopreneur, or preparing to open your first taxable brokerage account, Mandi breaks down practical ways to level up without making investing feel intimidating. From maximizing retirement contributions and understanding HSAs to creating a "Spicy 5%" for individual stock picks, this episode is filled with approachable strategies designed to help you build wealth consistently while keeping risk in perspective. Summer Money Reboot Week 4 Workbook -https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/hvbru7gmkx See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 24 · 28 min
Is My Promoted Coworker Playing the Parent Card? [BA Q&A]
Mandi responds to a listener who feels increasingly frustrated by a newly promoted coworker who still comes in late, leaves early, and seems to get more grace because she has kids. What starts as a question about fairness turns into a deeper conversation about working parents, workplace stigma, professional branding, and why resentment at work is often pointing to something bigger underneath. Mandi makes the case for compassion, but also pushes the listener to look at what this situation is revealing about visibility, recognition, and career growth. Join the Summer Money Reboot! Mandi’s six‑week Summer Money Reboot series, designed to help you name your financial season, rebuild financial safety, and then move toward growth and alignment. Download the workbooks for weeks 1: https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/summermoneyreboot week 2 https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/vr4mxs90xk And week 3 https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/kfb44793u2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 22 · 40 min
How to Finally Reach Debt Freedom [Summer Money Reboot Week #3]
MandiMoney continues the Summer Money Reboot series by tackling one of the most emotionally charged topics in personal finance: debt. Whether your balances grew because of rising costs, inconsistent income, a family emergency, or simply trying to keep life moving when your paycheck couldn't keep up, this episode is a reminder that debt isn't a character flaw, it's a financial challenge that deserves a plan, not shame. Mandi gets candid about her own experience navigating five-figure credit card debt and why even financial experts sometimes find themselves back at square one. She walks through the exact system she's using to regain control from organizing every account and choosing a payoff strategy to negotiating lower interest rates, cutting recurring expenses, creating healthier spending habits, and finding practical ways to increase cash flow. If you've been avoiding your credit card statements, feeling overwhelmed by minimum payments, or wondering where to even begin, this episode offers the structure, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you stop spiraling and start making progress one decision at a time. Resources Mentioned Debt Freedom Tracker Spreadsheet Rocket Money Monarch Money You Need A Budget (YNAB) Grab the Week 3 Workbook here: https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/kfb44793u2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 17 · 24 min
Stock Trading and Vending Machine Businesses — Worth The Risk or Nah? [BA QA]
In this BA Q&A, Mandi kicks off a brand‑new listener clinic for the Summer Money Reboot series and answers a letter from a listener she calls “Erin,” who is juggling Walmart shifts, side hustles, vending machine dreams, and plans to become a single mom by choice. Mandi shares why she’s finally ready to try stock trading after attending Teri Ijeoma’s New York City book launch and breaks down the real numbers behind vending machines as a business—so you’re not accidentally living life on hard mode in your financial safety season. Listener letter: Erin’s story Erin is 36, divorced, and living in a small town in Texas. She’s transferred to Walmart full‑time, applied to jobs with almost no luck, put a successful vintage booth on pause, and is now working toward her notary license while researching vending machines and planning for single motherhood. Join the Summer Money Reboot! This BA Q&A is part of Mandi’s six‑week Summer Money Reboot series, designed to help you name your financial season, rebuild financial safety, and then move toward growth and alignment. Download the workbooks for weeks 1: https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/summermoneyreboot and week 2 https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/vr4mxs90xk Other Resources and mentions • Teri Ijeoma – The Risk Worth Taking • Thinkorswim practice trading account (paper trading for beginners) • SCORE small‑business mentorship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 15 · 30 min
How to Regain Financial Safety After a Setback [Summer Money Reboot Week #2]
MandiMoney continues the Summer Money Reboot series by tackling one of the hardest financial seasons to navigate: rebuilding after life knocks you off course. Whether it was a layoff, medical emergency, divorce, caregiving, or simply an economy that changed faster than your paycheck could keep up, this conversation is about letting go of shame and creating a realistic path forward. Grab the Week 2 Workbook here: https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/vr4mxs90xk Special guest: Jaspreet Singh, founder of https://theminoritymindset.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 8 · 25 min
Which Financial Season Are You In? [Summer Money Reboot Week #1]
Hey BA fam, Mandi is back (!) in the studio and kicking off a brand new Summer Money Reboot series. In this kickoff episode, Mandi shares why she rewrote her book into Brown Ambition: How to Reboot Your Career and Money After Life Throws You Off Track and introduces a new framework for thinking about your finances when life is life‑ing: the four financial seasons. You’ll learn: • Why “I did everything right” and still feel stuck is more common than you think. • The four financial seasons: Safety, Growth, Alignment, and Protection—and the main job of each. • Why you cannot and should not try to be in all four seasons at once. • How to start naming your current season (without shaming it) using real questions about your debt, savings, income, and stress level. • Why it’s taking so many of us years, not months, to bounce back from layoffs, caregiving, and health challenges—and why the old “3‑month emergency fund” advice doesn’t match reality anymore. Instead of trying to fix your whole financial life by Labor Day, this series will help you figure out which season you’re in right now and what that season actually needs from your money over the next 90 days. You don’t need a perfect budget or a 37‑step plan this summer; you need a truthful starting point. <<GET THE FREE SUMMER MONEY REBOOT WORKBOOK>> Mandi also created a free Summer Money Reboot companion workbook to use alongside this series. The workbook will help you: • Identify which of the four seasons your financial life is in right now. • Reflect on how you got here without spiraling into shame • Start mapping out a simple, realistic 90‑day plan aligned with your current season. Download the free Summer Money Reboot Workbook via the link in the show notes and follow along week by week See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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