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  Brown Buzz: Can $100K Become $1.5 Million? Plus Cornell, AI Career Skills & Risky Mortgages 02.10.2026 32นาที

  This week on Brown Buzz, we’re cutting through the headlines and getting into the stories that affect our money, careers, and lives. First, Mandi discusses the allegations involving Cornell and LSU, why Title IX is not the same thing as a criminal investigation, and what students and survivors should know if they want to explore a report to law enforcement. TW: From  02:21 - 11:05 this episode includes discussion of SA. Then, we get practical: • The career skill employers say matters most in an AI-powered workplace • Why more buyers are considering adjustable-rate mortgages—and the questions to ask before you sign • A listener inherits more than $100,000 from her great-aunt: Should she pay debt, save it, invest it, or spend a little to honor her aunt? • Why $100,000 invested at a hypothetical 7% annual return could grow to nearly $1.5 million over 40 years, before taxes, fees, inflation, or investment volatility Plus, Mandi gives Alexis Nikole Nelson—the Black Forager—her Brown Boost after Alexis’s cookbook, Happy Snacking, Don’t Die!, lands on the New York Times bestseller list. In this episode • Cornell and LSU: What the reporting raises about campus accountability and Title IX • How a Title IX process differs from reporting to campus or local police • RAINN resources for support and reporting options • IBM’s survey on critical thinking and discernment in the AI workplace • Fixed-rate mortgages vs. adjustable-rate mortgages • How to handle a $100,000 inheritance without rushing into a decision • Emergency funds, high-interest debt, investing, and getting flat-fee financial advice • Brown Boost: Alexis Nikole Nelson, the Black Forager Resources mentioned • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673) • RAINN: rainn.org • Alexis Nikole Nelson / The Black Forager: Happy Snacking, Don’t Die! • Listen to Mandi’s interview with Alexis Nikole Nelson in the previous Brown Ambition episode. Listener question CTA Have a money or career question for a future Brown Buzz? Email [email protected] or send a DM to @brownambitionpodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Black Joy, Big Dreams & Being Fully Yourself ft. Alexis Nikole Nelson (The Black Forager) 30.09.2026 55นาที

  What happens when the thing that makes you feel most like yourself doesn’t fit neatly into the version of success you were raised to pursue? For Alexis Nikole Nelson, aka The Black Forager, that question has shaped nearly every chapter of her life. From growing up as a curious, outdoorsy kid who learned about plants in her mother’s garden to studying environmental science and theater, working in marketing, and eventually building a community of millions around her love of foraging, Alexis has never really fit into just one box. And that’s exactly the point. In this episode, Alexis joins Brown Ambition to talk about building a life and business that makes room for all of her interests, identities, and curiosities. She shares how her mother introduced her to foraging as a child, why she initially kept her love of plants and the outdoors to herself, and what it took to stop suppressing the parts of herself that didn’t fit other people’s expectations of Blackness, femininity, or success. Mandi and Alexis also get into the less whimsical side of turning a passion into a business, from navigating taxes and forming an LLC to saying no to brand deals, managing burnout, and learning how to treat your creativity like a business without losing the joy that made you love it in the first place. They also talk about connecting with Black ancestry through food and the land, the importance of curiosity in adulthood, and why getting to know the world around us can make our lives feel a little more magical. In this episode, we get into: Growing up with a mother who was a Black corporate leader and finding connection with her through gardening and the outdoors How Alexis discovered foraging at five years old and never really stopped being curious about plants The pressure to pursue a traditional, “successful” career and what happened when Alexis realized environmental engineering wasn’t for her Going from environmental science and theater to marketing and eventually becoming a full-time creator Why Alexis chose the name Black Forager and the importance of making Blackness visible in spaces where it hasn’t always been expected Challenging narrow ideas about Black femininity, identity, hobbies, and what Black people are “supposed” to be interested in Finding a deeper connection to Black history and ancestry through plants, gardening, and the land The complicated history of Black people and the outdoors and what it means to reclaim those spaces What happens when your hobby becomes your livelihood, including burnout and the pressure to always create Building a business around your personality without losing yourself in the process Why curiosity is a muscle we have to keep exercising, especially as adults Making everyday life more magical by getting to know the natural world around us Giving yourself permission to be playful, weird, creative, and fully yourself Alexis’ new cookbook, Happy Snacking, Don’t Die, and the community that helped bring it to life Plus, Alexis shares a few beginner-friendly foraging tips, the plant she thinks we should stop calling a weed, why we might want to rethink our relationship with black walnuts, and her official ranking of some very whimsical activities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Brown Buzz: Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nolan Wells & AI Jobs 25.09.2026 35นาที

  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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  The Doctor Is In: Dr. Taz on Hormones, Women’s Health & Advocating for Yourself 23.09.2026 58นาที

  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: @brownambitionpodcastFollow 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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  Brown Buzz: What the Fed, Ed Sheeran, and Jasmine Crockett Have in Common 18.09.2026 25นาที

  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 ClubThe 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/r77pw75z5qSign 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 connectedHave a headline, question, or topic you want on a future Brown Buzz? Email [email protected], tag @brownambitionpodcast on Instagram, or send a DM @brownambitionpodcastFollow 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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  Rituals To Help You Heal When Life is Too Much ft. Koya Webb 16.09.2026 1ชม. 11นาที

  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 KoyaFollow 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 AmbitionFollow 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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  Build a Life You Can Fall Madly in Love With ft. Tiffany D. Cross 09.09.2026 1ชม. 7นาที

  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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  The September Hiring Bump Is Here—Here’s How to Use It. 02.09.2026 41นาที

  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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  REWIND: 27 Years Old And Starting Over — Where Do I Begin? [BA QA] 28.08.2026 22นาที

  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 [email protected] or DM us on IG @brownambitionpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Karen Attiah's Huge Win vs Washington Post, plus a Single Mother's $1 Million Debt Payoff 26.08.2026 59นาที

  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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  My mom's $36,000 retirement [BA QA] 21.08.2026 24นาที

  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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  Health, Healing, and Knowing Your Worth ft. Dr. Uche Blackstock [Rewind] 19.08.2026 48นาที

  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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  How to Network With Purpose — Plus, Nolan Wells' Parents Speak Out 14.08.2026 27นาที

  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 NoteThis 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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  How to Reboot Your Ambition [Summer Money Reboot Week #6] 12.08.2026 24นาที

  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 RebootSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How to Use Money to Buy Back Your Life [Summer Money Reboot Week #5] 05.08.2026 32นาที

  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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  Tomi Adeyemi, Amanda Seales & The Cost of Telling the Truth 31.07.2026 24นาที

  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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  How to Invest in Your 30s and 40s When You’re Not Debt-Free Yet [Summer Money Reboot Week #4] 29.07.2026 43นาที

  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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  Is My Promoted Coworker Playing the Parent Card? [BA Q&A] 24.07.2026 28นาที

  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 2https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/vr4mxs90xk  And week 3 https://mandimoney.myflodesk.com/kfb44793u2  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How to Finally Reach Debt Freedom [Summer Money Reboot Week #3] 22.07.2026 40นาที

  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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  Stock Trading and Vending Machine Businesses — Worth The Risk or Nah? [BA QA] 17.07.2026 24นาที

  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 storyErin 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 2https://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.