Have you ever wondered what really happens when we privatize health care? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re joined by emergency physician and public health advocate Dr. Shazma Mithani to talk about why more private clinics, pay-to-play systems, and investor-owned health care might sound efficient but leave most of us worse off. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk about the emotional side of money — including the systems that shape what kind of care we ...
Apr 10, 2025•47 min•Season 7Ep. 80
Have you ever wondered if saving money and saving the planet are mutually exclusive? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re joined by author and sustainability advocate Kara Perez to talk about her new book, Money for Change, and the concept of realistic sustainability — AKA how to reduce waste, build wealth, and not burn out in the process. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and gain a better understanding of building a healthy re...
Apr 03, 2025•47 min•Season 7Ep. 79
Have you ever looked at your bank account and thought… this doesn’t feel real? In this episode of Money Feels , we’re digging into the idea that money might not be as concrete as we think. From the history of how our currency came to be, to why our brains treat money like a survival need, we’re unpacking why money feels fake — and why that feeling actually makes a lot of sense. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a bette...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 7Ep. 78
Money plays a massive role in our emotions, and fear-based messaging is everywhere — whether it's the news predicting economic collapse, financial influencers warning about missing investment opportunities, or brands using scarcity to push us to spend. But how much of this fear is real, and how much of it is designed to make us act impulsively? More importantly, how do we stop letting fear dictate our financial choices? We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we unpac...
Mar 20, 2025•42 min•Season 7Ep. 77
Money controls so much of our lives, but what if we could take some of that power back? Financial activism isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy or policymakers. It’s something all of us can engage in, whether it’s where we bank, how we invest, or what we spend our money on. The financial system wants us to feel like we don’t have a choice, but we actually have more power than we think. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a b...
Mar 13, 2025•51 min•Season 7Ep. 76
The future feels uncertain, but what if you could remember how to play? Leisure isn’t supposed to be productive, but in a world where everything feels like work, even our hobbies come with pressure. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re exploring how money changes the meaning of play, why hobbies don’t have to be profitable, and how burnout makes it impossible to enjoy free time. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a bet...
Mar 06, 2025•40 min•Season 7Ep. 75
The future feels uncertain, but what if you could see where your money is headed? Financial projections aren’t about predicting the future but about preparing for it. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re exploring the value of playing with your numbers, why seeing your financial trajectory can reduce anxiety, and how our very own Bridget accidentally became a tech CEO. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better unders...
Feb 27, 2025•53 min•Season 7Ep. 74
Dating is everywhere, but have you ever considered how much it costs you? From pricey dating apps to expensive first dates, modern dating isn’t just emotionally exhausting — it’s financially draining. Love might be priceless, but dating? That’s a whole different story. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re breaking down the financial, emotional, and societal price of dating today. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a be...
Feb 20, 2025•48 min•Season 7Ep. 73
Diet culture is everywhere — but have you ever thought about how much it costs you? From expensive weight-loss programs to “wellness” trends disguised as self-improvement, diet culture isn’t just harmful. It’s wildly profitable. In this episode of Money Feels, we’re breaking down the financial, emotional, and societal price of diet culture and why rejecting it might be the best money move you ever make. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money...
Feb 13, 2025•55 min•Season 7Ep. 72
The nuclear family is often considered the standard, but have you ever wondered why? Who really benefits from this structure? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re unpacking the financial and social costs of this so-called ideal and how it has shaped everything from homeownership to personal debt. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episod...
Feb 06, 2025•48 min•Season 7Ep. 71
Financial advice could change your life, yet it feels like it’s reserved for the elite. Why is it so controversial to say everyone deserves access to good advice, not just the rich? This week on Money Feels, we’re breaking down the value of financial advice, who actually benefits from it, and how the rest of us are left to figure it out on our own. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we unpack money trauma and work on building a healthier, shame-free relationship ...
Jan 30, 2025•50 min•Season 7Ep. 70
Groceries are essential. And yet, millions of people struggle to afford them every day. Why is it so controversial to say food should be a fundamental human right? We’re unpacking the cost of groceries, food insecurity, and the case for free food in this week’s episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss...
Jan 23, 2025•45 min•Season 7Ep. 69
It's been a minute since we've chatted. And we miss you. As a bonus to you on the 1st day of the New Year, we wanted to release one episode we recorded for our Patreon members, in which we share some of the best lessons we learned in 2024. Stay tuned for season 7, coming this January <3 We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we discuss our money trauma and gain a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. Thanks for listening to this bon...
Jan 01, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 68
Most of our listeners know how much Bridget and Alyssa love to read. But we've never done a regular season episode about that. So, we get into this and more in this season six finale episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we discuss our money trauma and gain a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following: Our guest, Desirae Odjick What we're currently reading Book genres and...
Aug 22, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 67
It's trending to share your hauls, it's trending to share your capsule wardrobe, it's trending to buy a new water bottle, it's trending to show off your old water bottle. Consumption and consumerism are always trending, but why? We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we...
Aug 15, 2024•47 min•Season 6Ep. 66
With high interest rates and the rising cost of living, renewing a mortgage can feel — less than ideal! We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following: Alyssa's mortgage renewal story Bridget and Alyssa's renewal experience and cost The reality of inter...
Aug 08, 2024•46 min•Season 6Ep. 65
Let's catch up about our businesses, life changes, and taking risks in your life. We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following: Bridget & Alyssa give a little life update Thinking about your life 5 years into the future What is the worst that coul...
Aug 01, 2024•44 min•Season 6Ep. 64
Ever wondered why the rich don't just solve world hunger or make the change all of us are so desperate to see? We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following: The Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand Giridharadas How the rich and powerful fight ...
Jul 25, 2024•46 min•Season 6Ep. 63
Are you tired of your parents telling you to just 'buy a house' or just 'be loyal to your job?' We get it. And we get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? Pull up your bootstraps The oversimplification of finances, forgetting: Income inequality Cost...
Jul 18, 2024•44 min•Season 6Ep. 62
We called in Barry Choi to help explain what Canadians need to know to get the best return on the credit cards they use in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What credit cards are best for travel points? How many credit cards is too many? Should you close a credit card...
Jul 11, 2024•44 min•Season 6Ep. 61
Do the wealthy really try to be discrete with their displays of luxury, or is that just something we've made up? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we look into this and more! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What is stealth wealth, conspicuous consumption and old money? Talking about the 'moral mi...
Jul 04, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 60
How do we prevent falling for scams when AI is getting to be so complex? What even is AI, and what the heck is the dead internet theory? We dive into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? The realization that AI is a part of most businesses The reason peo...
Jun 27, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 59
Have you ever wondered why cities are designed the way they are? Or what is the impact of buying a home in a suburban neighbourhood? We dive into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What is urban sprawl? How does urban sprawl impact our economy and our ...
Jun 20, 2024•45 min•Season 6Ep. 58
A lot of people want to know how to invest in their kids. So, we're diving into the account you need to use, and what to be aware of before you open an RESP in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What is the Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)? What is the purpose ...
Jun 13, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 57
Is drinking what's holding you back financially and otherwise? In a society where alcohol is normalized and heavily marketed, we talk about sobriety. In this week's episode of Money Feels, we'll discuss this and more! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? Our relationship with alcohol How to manage relation...
Jun 06, 2024•56 min•Season 6Ep. 56
How do you recover (or prepare) for the most catastrophic financial event in your life? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we'll discuss this and more! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? Bridget and Annie's divorce story Do you need a prenup? How does divorce work? What does a divorce cost? Discussin...
Apr 04, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 55
Why are women attempting to go back in time and become 50s housewives? The tradwife corner of the internet is alarming. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What is a tradwife? The differences between SAHM's and homemakers versus tradwives ...
Mar 28, 2024•42 min•Season 5Ep. 54
Having a kid is a massive decision. But does it need to be? We bring on Chelsea Fagan of The Financial Diet to break down the realities of being child-free by choice. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? Chelsea's story and how she chose to...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 53
Do you have people to talk with about your money? Do you know what FIRE communities exist? Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What even is a subreddit? Fat FIRE, Chubby FIRE, HENRY What are some common strategies people on these forums us...
Feb 29, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 52
Is motherhood the biggest financial risk you'll ever take? There are many invisible costs that come with being a mom, but the motherhood penalty is one you shouldn't ignore. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance. In today's episode, we discuss the following? What is the motherhood tax/mo...
Feb 22, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 51
