Save your seat inside Business Bootcamp! Your COMPLETE roadmap to go from idea to income: herfirst100k.com/business-bootcamp If you’ve ever thought, “I want to be my own boss, but I don’t even know where to start,” this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with my friend, business coach and entrepreneur Mallory Rowan, to talk about how to finally stop dreaming and start building your own business. We’re unpacking the fears that hold you back—like not having the “perfect” idea, worrying about f...
Sep 02, 2025•51 min•Ep. 251
Save your seat inside Business Bootcamp! Your COMPLETE roadmap to go from idea to income: herfirst100k.com/business-bootcamp I asked our audience one simple question: How much money would you need to feel rich? What I didn’t expect was a tidal wave of answers that weren’t just about income—they were about identity, survival, trauma, and the deep psychology of money. In this episode, I’m digging into the thousands of responses we received—from those saying $70K makes them feel secure, to others...
Aug 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 250
Save your seat inside Business Bootcamp! Your COMPLETE roadmap to go from idea to income: herfirst100k.com/business-bootcamp If you’ve ever felt like you’re living life on someone else’s terms—constantly trying to be “good,” small, or palatable—this episode will change everything. I sat down with return guest Elise Loehnen, bestselling author of On Our Best Behavior and her new workbook Choosing Wholeness Over Goodness , to talk about how to actually like your life, your body, and yourself. We d...
Aug 25, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 249
Be the first to know when we launch Business Bootcamp Live! https://herfirst100k.com/biz-waitlist If you’re over 30 and not sure where to start with finances, this conversation is for you. In this special best of episode, Tori is joined by Britt and Laurie-Anne of the Dow Janes to talk about managing your money in your 30s and beyond. Tune in to hear why The Dow Janes have a different view of emergency funds and finances in partnerships, how managing money in your 30s is different than in your 2...
Aug 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Check to see if you qualify for debt consolidation with our partner –– no impact to your credit score (terms apply): www.herfirst100k.com/payoff If you’re drowning in credit card debt, this is your lifeline. I’m sharing the five strategies that can help you pay it off by the end of this year — and stay out of it for good. From slashing your interest rate to my favorite debt consolidation tool, these steps can save you thousands and give you your financial freedom back. Read transcripts, learn mo...
Aug 14, 2025•7 min
Be the first to know when we launch Business Bootcamp Live! https://herfirst100k.com/biz-waitlist What if everything you’ve been told about retirement is a lie? For years, we’ve been sold the idea that we should grind it out for 40+ years and finally start enjoying life at 65 — but what if that model is broken? In this episode, I’m joined by author and financial coach Jillian Johnsrud to talk about why the traditional retirement plan is failing us and how mini-retirements can give you freedom, f...
Aug 11, 2025•59 min•Ep. 248
Be the first to know when we launch Business Bootcamp Live! https://herfirst100k.com/biz-waitlist When I started my business, I had just $40 in my bank account. No trust fund, no corporate safety net, just a dream and a whole lot of grit. Fast forward, and that $40 has turned into a multi-million dollar company that’s helped over five million women change their relationship with money. But it didn’t happen without mistakes––and a lot of hard lessons along the way. In this episode, I’m pulling ba...
Aug 07, 2025•34 min•Ep. 247
What happens when you build a $100 million brand, become the face of a cultural movement, and then watch it all come crashing down—publicly? In this episode, I sit down with the iconic Sophia Amoruso—founder of Nasty Gal, originator of #Girlboss, and now a seasoned investor and entrepreneur—to talk about what it really takes to reinvent yourself without losing who you are. We get raw about failure, public scrutiny, and why walking away from something “successful” might actually be the most power...
Aug 04, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 246
What happens when the doctrines of faith and control intersect with a woman's autonomy? In this replay episode, I sat down with Tia Levings, author of the powerful memoir “A Well-Trained Wife,” and her story will leave you speechless. Tia dives deep into her experience growing up in and escaping from Christian fundamentalism and the trad wife movement— before it was even called that. We talk about how patriarchal control impacts women financially, emotionally, and physically, and how that same m...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 3 min
If you thought “hacking” your money meant clipping coupons or extreme budgeting, today’s episode is going to blow you away. I sat down with Chris Hutchins, of the All the Hacks podcast, to talk about how to maximize value in every area: spending, saving, earning, and traveling. Chris breaks down real, actionable hacks that go way beyond clipping coupons—including side hustles that don’t require starting a business, ways to “game the system” to cut costs on everything from groceries to luxury hot...
Jul 21, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 245
What happens when a cultural icon known for spreading joy and glam realness opens up about their most personal financial struggles? In this episode, I sit down with the one and only Jonathan Van Ness aka JVN for a raw, vulnerable, and hilarious conversation about money trauma, impulse spending, and the financial wake-up call that changed everything. From their first money memory at Bath & Body Works to navigating money as a public figure living with HIV, JVN shares how they went from financi...
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 244
If you’ve been quietly collecting advice, saving resources, and sitting with the weight of your own potential, but too scared to actually take action––this episode is your invitation to move. Today kicks off our brand new millionaire mindset series. But it’s not about becoming a millionaire as much as it is about thinking like one. In this first episode, I’m exploring what it really means to take risks—not just the headline-grabbing kind, but the real, uncomfortable, sweaty-palm, heart-racing de...
Jul 10, 2025•37 min
Being broke isn’t just a number in your bank account—it’s a feeling of exhaustion, fear, and isolation. It’s a cycle that so many of us know intimately, and one that today’s guest, Dasha Kennedy—aka The Broke Black Girl—has lived, studied, and helped thousands escape. In this deeply honest conversation, Dasha and I talk about what it means to truly be broke, the systemic barriers that keep so many people in financial survival mode, and the very first steps you can take to begin rewriting your mo...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 243
What if leadership didn’t mean overworking your team, sacrificing your mental health, or pretending to be someone you’re not? In this episode, I’m sitting down with repeat guest, Amanda Litman—founder of Run for Something and author of When We’re in Charge —to talk about how millennials and Gen Z are reshaping leadership from the inside out. We dig into what it takes to lead with empathy, accountability, and boundaries in today’s work culture—and why the old playbook just doesn’t work anymore. F...
Jun 30, 2025•58 min•Ep. 242
If you’ve ever looked at the state of politics and thought, “What’s the point?”—this conversation is the reminder you need. I sat down with powerhouse activist Deja Foxx, who at just 25 is running for Congress in Arizona’s 7th district. She’s not just talking about change—she’s out there knocking on doors, refusing corporate PAC money, and pushing bold, progressive policies that impact real people, especially those who’ve been left behind by the system. We talk about the true cost of running for...
Jun 26, 2025•40 min•Ep. 241
If you've ever felt like your ambition made people uncomfortable—or worse, made you question your worth—this episode is for you. In this episode I sat down with journalist and content creator Danielle Robay, to talk about what it means to own your ambition in a world that constantly tries to shrink you. Dubbed The Queen of Questions, she has interviewed everyone from Taylor Swift to Michael B. Jordan, and today she’s talking with us about everything from asking better questions to navigating the...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 240
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod You might think you know the financial cost of transitioning—but what you’ll hear in this episode will completely reframe how you think about money, identity, and survival. In this episode, I spoke with Ash Perez –– Cuban-Korean-Filipino writer, director, producer, and openly trans man who’s sharing what it really takes to live authentically in a world that often do...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 239
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod What does it really mean to be a “rich girl”—and can we pursue wealth without sacrificing our values or our mental health? In this episode, I sit down with one of my favorite personal finance girlies, Katie Gatti Tassin, founder of Money with Katie and author of Rich Girl Nation. Katie and I dive into what it means to define success on your own terms and how to unta...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 238
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod I’ve seen it over and over again––the smartest, most capable people sabotage their financial success because of mindset traps they don’t even realize they’re falling into. In this episode, I’m walking you through 5 sneaky money mindsets that could be silently wrecking your financial goals—and more importantly, how to break free from them. These aren't just bad hab...
Jun 05, 2025•26 min•Ep. 237
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod Let’s talk about sex baby! If you've ever wondered why sex, pleasure, and intimacy often come with guilt—you're not alone. In this episode of Financial Feminist, I’m joined by Casey Tanner, AASECT certified sex therapist and author of the book “Feel It All: A Therapist's Guide to Reimagining Your Relationship with Sex.” We dive deep into how capitalism, purity cul...
Jun 02, 2025•54 min•Ep. 236
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod Class is back in session! In this special ‘Study Hall’ episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make––home buying. We’ve packed this episode with some of our best conversations on renting vs. buying—including insights from Ramit Sethi, Kate Wood from NerdWallet, and Redfin’s Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather. Whether you’re trying to dec...
May 26, 2025•54 min•Ep. 235
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod I know firsthand how heavy financial scarcity can feel—especially when you’re dealing with debt. It’s not just numbers on a screen; it’s fear, shame, and anxiety that can leave you frozen in place. In this episode, I’m joined by Natalia Brown, Chief Compliance and Consumer Affairs Officer at National Debt Relief , who not only brings professional expertise, but po...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 234
Register for our FREE workshop, Stock Market Secrets: Debunking Common Myths for Successful Investing: herfirst100k.com/secrets-pod In today’s episode I’m sitting down with the “godfather of financial independence" aka JL Collins, to demystify investing in the most approachable way possible. JL has been in the game for over 50 years and wrote The Simple Path to Wealth—a book that’s helped nearly a million people understand how to grow their money with confidence. And today, he’s breaking it al...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 233
In a world that’s constantly demanding more, learning how to quiet anxiety and reconnect with your purpose has never been more important. In today’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Martha Beck—bestselling author and speaker who Oprah calls “the smartest woman she knows”—to talk about something that affects so many of us: anxiety. But not just how it shows up in our lives—more importantly, how to understand it, move through it with kindness, and use it as a compass toward discovering your true purpo...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 232
I'm hosting a free LIVE workshop this week! The 7-Day Money Reset: Kickstart Your Journey to $100K: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/111/5v7wpbyv You have money. But what should you actually do with it? Today, I’m answering listener questions straight from our voicemail inbox—including some common (and totally relatable) money dilemmas like where to park your emergency fund, what to do when you inherit financial decisions, and whether it’s still safe to invest given our political climate. I...
May 08, 2025•46 min•Ep. 231
If you've been feeling burned out, emotionally drained, or like you're just going through the motions, this episode is for you. I sat down with board-certified psychiatrist and author Dr. Judith Joseph, and what started as a conversation about high-functioning depression turned into a much bigger discussion—about joy, trauma, people-pleasing, burnout, and the societal pressure to always be "on." Dr. Joseph breaks down the science of why so many of us feel stuck in cycles of overachieving and und...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 230
If you're a woman navigating the complex world of career negotiations — whether you’re gearing up for an annual review or trying to land a new job with higher pay, you're in for a treat. In this special replay episode, Tori sits down with speaker, corporate trainer, and gendered negotiation expert Kathryn Valentine to uncover the secrets of successful salary negotiations. Kathryn's insights dispel the myths and provide actionable strategies for leveling the playing field in the corporate world s...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Let’s be real — periods are a huge part of life for millions of us, but we’re still taught to suffer through the pain, stay quiet about the discomfort, and not ask too many questions. In today’s episode, I'm joined by Kate Helen Downey, host of the incredible podcast CRAMPED , who is on a mission to change that. We’re getting into everything you should have been taught about your body but probably weren’t –– the truth about hormones, the reality of living with endometriosis (endo) and PCOS, why ...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 229
Worried about the stock market or a possible recession? Register for our FREE ' Don't Panic' workshop for your 3-step plan for financial security in 2025: herfirst100k.com/SOS We spend so much time stressing over budgets, investments, credit scores—basically, all the numbers. But what if I told you the biggest financial decision you’ll ever make isn’t about money at all? In today’s episode, I’m getting real about the one life choice that will shape every part of your financial future—and yet, al...
Apr 24, 2025•47 min•Ep. 228
You know that little voice in your head that says, “What will they think?” The one that’s held you back from hitting publish, setting a boundary, or even just being yourself? Yeah, we’re done with that. In this episode, I sit down with the iconic Mel Robbins to talk about how to finally stop caring what other people think—and start living for yourself. This isn’t your typical self-help chat. It’s real, unfiltered, and hands down one of the most vulnerable conversations we’ve had on the show. We’...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 227
