Women are told from a young age to make themselves smaller –– physically, mentally, and emotionally. This leads to playing small in our careers, with our finances, and in so many other ways in our day-to-day lives. These messages usually start in wellness spaces with the often toxic messaging around the New Year that only encourages this continuous pursuit of being “small.” So we sat down with Sadie Lincoln, the founder of Barre3, to talk about getting comfortable taking up space in all aspects ...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 66
Millions of Americans have ADHD. But, sadly, women specifically have struggled in silence, unaware of their diagnosis until later in life. This lack of awareness and education around ADHD bleeds into every segment of life, especially finances. We’re joined by Dr. Sasha Hamdani (also known as @ThePsychDoctorMD on TikTok and Instagram) to talk about her own journey as a woman with ADHD who also treats patients with ADHD. Dr. Hamdani tackles everything from the why behind certain behaviors with mon...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 65
The great resignation that started in 2021 set off a wave of workers across industries finally asking themselves the question, “is this REALLY what I want to do with my life?” If you are one of the many, who have considered a career change or are still trying to figure out what that “passion” is, today’s guest is here to help you untangle the modern job hunting advice and help you discover your unique skillset, and how to use them to find your dream job. Tori is joined by Ashley Stahl, author of...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 64
Tori Dunlap, now a New York Times Bestselling Author, is joined by the host of the UNSTUCKKD podcast and Chief Product Officer of Her First $100K, Kahlil Dumas, to talk about her recently released book, Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy's Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love. In this episode, Tori breaks down the why behind writing the book, what she learned while researching topics like systemic oppression in finance, and what her hopes are for readers. Learn more a...
Jan 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 63
Welcome to 2023, Financial Feminists! Regardless of if your goals for the year revolve around spending, saving, or investing, setting those goals and actually achieving them are two very different things. In this quick hit episode, host Tori Dunlap guides you through a goal-setting exercise to help bring your dreams to fruition and avoid the common pitfalls of goal-setting. Learn more about Financial Feminist, read episode transcripts, and get additional resources on our show notes page: https:/...
Jan 03, 2023•27 min•Ep. 62
Join host and author Tori Dunlap as she reads from the introduction of her new book, Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bulls*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love. Out now wherever you buy books! https://herfirst100k.com/book See if Tori is coming to a city near you for her book tour! https://herfirst100k.com/hfk-events Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 27, 2022•19 min
In this re-release of one of our top episodes of 2022, host Tori Dunlap guides you through a shame and judgment-free practice to help you curb your emotional spending purchases so you can spend money on the things you ACTUALLY like without guilt. Pre-Order “Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love”: www.herfirst100k.com/book See the show notes from the original episode: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/stop-emotio...
Dec 20, 2022•23 min
Building wealth in a capitalist society can feel like a double-edged sword, and the effect of mass wealth inequality is felt even more by marginalized communities. Today, Tori is joined by Kiersten and Julien of Rich and Regular to talk about their work helping the Black community build wealth, how they left the constraining boxes of Corporate America, and how they’re continuing to provide education for other marginalized communities on building wealth and building a better society. Learn more a...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 60
With the housing market in flux and a looming recession on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to learn about the home buying process. Today, we’re joined by NerdWallet’s Kate Wood to talk all things mortgages –– including what kinds of mortgages might be available to you, what other factors you need to consider aside from the monthly payments, and whether or not right now is a good time to buy or if you should wait it out. Regardless of if you want to buy a home in 5 months or 5 years...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 59
In this episode, host and financial educator Tori Dunlap answers voicemail questions from our community, including how to start investing, the perks of credit cards, advocating for your worth when you’re taking on non-promotable work, and whether or not you should pay off those student loans before investing. Learn more about these topics, our guests, and get episode transcripts on our show notes page: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes Pre-order the Financial Feminist book! ...
Dec 01, 2022•32 min•Ep. 58
The business of sex work is often considered taboo in conversation, but considering the sex work industry is primarily made up of women –– we need to talk about it. So, we invited Mistress Justine Cross to join us for an episode on her business as one of LA’s most famous dominatrixes. In this episode, Tori and Justine discuss everything from the logistics of financial domination, running a dungeon, education on the BDSM community, managing irregular income, and the stigma of sex work. Learn more...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 57
Can building a personal brand help you in your job hunt? Just ask our guest, Corporate Natalie. You might recognize Natalie from her viral TikToks, where she pokes fun at corporate life –– she joins us today to chat about building a personal brand and how to use that brand to either build your own thriving creator career or land your dream job. Tori and Natalie also chat about how the creator economy is changing the game for pay transparency and the joys and challenges that come alongside being ...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 56
When it comes to finding a job, getting in the door is half the battle, but what do you do after you finally get that interview you’ve been dreaming of? In this episode, Tori Dunlap shares how she coaches women through a successful interview to help applicants put their best foot forward. You’ll learn everything from how to prep beforehand to how to follow up after your interview. Learn more about our guests, read episode transcripts, get resources from the show, and more on our show notes page:...
Nov 10, 2022•25 min•Ep. 55
Get in, feminists –– we’re reading Dave Ramsey (so you don’t have to). In this very special episode, Tori is joined by Bad with Money’s Gabe Dunn for their review of Dave’s most recent book, Baby Step Millionaires. With their powers combined, Tori and Gabe tackle everything from the cult-y vibes to the outright bad advice and the not-so-subtle racism and classism in this particular edition of Dave’s curriculum. You’ll learn something new and get some good laughs while doing so. Learn more about ...
Nov 08, 2022•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 54
The gender pay gap is real –– but reducing it down to simply “not paying women enough” ignores the broader picture. Today, Tori is joined by Linda Babcock, a professor of economics at Carnegie Mellon and author of “Women Don’t Ask” and “Ask for It” to talk about the deeper reasons why women are paid less than men, and how we can better advocate for ourselves and other women in our lives through small changes in how we approach our work and discussions around our compensation. Learn more about ou...
Nov 01, 2022•55 min•Ep. 53
Money is complicated –– and it’s made even more complicated by relationship dynamics. As a nod to spooky season, in today’s episode, Tori guides you through some common “financial red flags” in both romantic, friend, and family relationships and how to navigate conversations with said friends and family around finances when your boundaries aren’t being respected. Learn more about our guests, read episode transcripts, get resources from the show, and more on our show notes page: https://herfirst1...
Oct 27, 2022•41 min•Ep. 52
What do the dying have to teach us about money? Doc G (aka Jordan Grumet) learned firsthand what constitutes a regret-free life while working in hospice and now teaches others how to do the same. In this episode, Doc G and Tori discuss financial independence through the lens of living a full life while also getting smart with your finances, Doc G’s parable of the three brothers, and why hitting the title of “FI/RE” isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. Learn more about our guests, read episod...
Oct 25, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 51
With less than a month to the midterms, it’s never been more important to understand the power of your vote and the importance of understanding how our government actually works. We wanted to know more about the electoral college, misinformation, and why there’s so much money in politics –– so we sat down with Sharon McMahon, who you may know as America’s Government teacher. During this lively conversation, Tori and Sharon dive into the nuances of the American government, from Citizens United to...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 50
Did you know that you can negotiate more than salary when it comes to a job offer? So many candidates immediately shut down job offers if the salary isn’t 100% in their range but may be neglecting other important factors in your total compensation package. Today, Tori breaks down some of the most common types of benefits and how you can negotiate them, including health care, stock options, PTO, flex work, and more. Get resources mentioned in the show, learn more about our guests, and read episod...
Oct 13, 2022•31 min•Ep. 49
Domestic violence is an equal opportunity epidemic, and today’s guest, Jan Edgar Langbein is here to dispel the myths around domestic violence and share the common red flags in relationships and how we can help women around us who are experiencing various forms of partner violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there is help. Please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline, available 24/7 at 800-799-7233. Learn more about our guests, read episode transcripts, g...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 48
In this episode, Tori sits down with Dr. Stephanie Graff, who shares about her time and research as an oncologist specializing in Breast Cancer –– answering some of the biggest questions we had about risks, treatment, financial implications, and how Breast Cancer affects women specifically. We also hear stories from three women –– Marissa Thomas, Paige More, and DeeDee Gilchrist, who share their journeys, and the organizations they’ve been a part of or co-founded to help support women facing a B...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 47
At 9 years old, host Tori Dunlap started her first business placing vending machines around her hometown. When she graduated college and sold that small business, it helped pay for her college and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. In this episode, she shares her story, what she learned from owning a small business as a tween, and the lessons cultivated filling candy machines she still utilizes today. Get resources mentioned in the show, learn more about our guests, and read episode tran...
Sep 29, 2022•33 min•Ep. 46
Two financial educators are better than one, so we’re thrilled to be joined by Jannese Torres, the host of the Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast and Latina financial educator. In this episode, Jannese and Tori answer questions from both the Her First $100K and Yo Quiero Dinero communities on everything side hustle and building a small business. You’ll hear their stories of dumping corporate jobs, figuring out their value proposition, and what they wish they had known when starting their side hustle journ...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 45
From a young age, women are conditioned to take on more for less –– whether it’s in the workplace, housework, raising children, or other unpaid labor. Today’s guest is inviting us to let go of some of these expectations and find freedom in dropping the ball. Tiffany Dufu is the author of Drop the Ball: Achieving More by Doing Less and the founder of The Cru, an organization dedicated to helping women reach their professional goals. Tori and Tiffany settle in for a conversation on how and why wom...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 44
Paying off debt is hard enough –– add in companies who keep you in the dark and try to make it harder for you to get ahead on your payments, and it can feel like a neverending hole. Today, host Tori Dunlap is taking you through how companies use confusing language and sneaky practices to keep you in debt longer while they line their pockets. In this episode, you’ll learn the script for getting through these barriers so you can start digging yourself out of debt faster. Learn more about our guest...
Sep 15, 2022•23 min•Ep. 43
Managing solo finances is one thing –– managing finances with a partner or kids? A whole new ballgame. This week, Tori is joined by Andy Hill, the founder of Marriage, Kids, and Money, to chat about how he and his wife manage their finances together and teach their children important financial lessons to help set them up for success with money. A must-listen for anyone with children in their lives (yes, even the fun childless aunts and uncles!) or partnered couples looking to have better convers...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 42
What do reality TV and the past few years of real estate have in common? There’s lots of drama, and no one really knows what’s going on. We’re kidding (mostly), but with the way the housing market has changed over the last few years (and even decades), talking to an expert is a great first step to better understanding the current market and the home buying process. This week, Tori is joined by Selling Sunset’s Maya Vander, who helps break down the home buying process and shares her thoughts on t...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 41
Most of us have heard from a well-meaning friend or family member that real estate is always a good investment –– and though it can be, blanket advice like this can often do more harm than good. In this episode, Tori shares about the biggest financial mistake she almost made –– buying a home. She guides you through what ultimately stopped her from signing the contract and what considerations you might need to keep in mind when you’re deciding if renting or buying is in your best interest. Get re...
Sep 01, 2022•30 min•Ep. 40
What does it mean to live a truly “rich life?” Tori is joined by financial educator, Ramit Sethi, to talk about his work centering on creating a unique rich life for yourself, his work with couples, and how his background in psychology influences how he teaches people about money. Ramit and Tori dive into their money memories, the common pitfalls they see with individuals working through financial goals, and more practical tips for spending less time stressing about money and more time figuring ...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 39
On August 24th, 2022 President Biden announced his multi-layered plan to relieve student borrowers. In this episode, Tori Dunlap walks you through the basics of this plan, how it will affect the U.S. on a greater scale, and how to prepare for resumed payments on January 1st, 2023. We put together an extensive list of resources on our show notes page, including more information on student debt relief, the PSLF program, and more: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/student-loan-...
Aug 25, 2022•13 min
