What does it mean to embrace feminist principles in a capitalist society? How can we stand in solidarity with each other when rugged individualism is so deeply ingrained in how we make money? In this episode, host Tori Dunlap sits down with Rebecca Walker, the founder of Third Wave Feminism and author of several books, including Women Talk Money: Breaking the Taboo, to talk about the rise of the Third Wave movement, how we can be more intentional with our finances in support for causes we care a...
Aug 22, 2023•59 min•Ep 109•Transcript available on Metacast With student loan repayments starting in September, this quick hit bonus goes over what’s happening and when, what options you have for repayment, and other FAQs on student loans. Repayment plan information: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/save-plan Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/start-here-financial-feminist-podcast Not sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! ...
Aug 21, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do I need a Roth IRA AND a 401k? What’s the difference between an HYSA, CD, and Money Market account? What about a 529 plan? The sheer amount of numbers and letters to decode in the financial space can leave anyone’s head spinning, so we’re breaking down all the accounts you could ever possibly need and how to use them in today’s episode. Get our HYSA, Credit Card, and other account recommendations: https://herfirst100k.com/money-tools Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, ...
Aug 17, 2023•38 min•Ep 108•Transcript available on Metacast Is the “Dream Job” dead? With Pew Research reporting that Americans are 2x more likely to name their career than their spouse when asked what gives their lives meaning, it makes the case that, at the very least, we should reevaluate just how much space we let work take up in our lives. In this episode, Tori sits down with Simone Stolzoff, author of The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work, to talk about our infatuation with our jobs and how this obsession often ultimately leads to disappoi...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep 107•Transcript available on Metacast There is so much discrimination in sex work –– from “pretty privilege” to body shaming to racism and misogyny, sex workers are often facing roadblocks both in their work and in trying to manage their finances. To better understand the finances of sex work, we sat down with Grey Renee, a professional stripper and educator, to talk about her time working in clubs across the US. We get into why it’s so hard to find a good accountant (like, the real accountants), how she’s navigated pricing her serv...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep 106•Transcript available on Metacast How do you know if it’s time to hire a financial advisor? Do you even need one to start investing in the first place? And what do you do if you’re already working with one and realize you don’t need to anymore? Today, we’re reaching into the (voice)mail bag and pulling out some of your biggest questions about financial advisors. In this episode, Tori walks you through situations where it might be useful to have a financial advisor, what questions and qualifications to ask for, and how to field t...
Aug 03, 2023•35 min•Ep 105•Transcript available on Metacast The sober-curious movement has grown substantially in recent years as women especially begin to re-evaluate their relationship with alcohol. During the pandemic, levels of drinking skyrocketed, which has a direct impact on our mental and physical health, and of course, our wallets. We’re joined by Kelsey Moreira, founder of Doughp, the cookie dough company with a mission to help women in recovery, to talk about her journey as a sober business owner. We also dive into her time on Shark Tank, incl...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast “When you have money, you are no longer controllable.” On today’s episode, we’re sharing a conversation between Hannah Berner (Berning in Hell) and Tori about all the bullsh*t narratives surrounding gender when it comes to career and money, including Hannah’s experiences in the male-dominated world of stand-up comedy, negotiating her worth in her first jobs, and how they’re both dismantling spaces typically gatekept by men. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep 103•Transcript available on Metacast LinkedIn is one of the most powerful platforms for job hunters and business owners alike, offering an online professional network unlike any other social media platform. Like any platform, understanding the do’s and don’ts can help you stand out from the crowd and land the opportunities of your dreams. We’re joined today by Hala Taha, who is one of the biggest influencers on LinkedIn, alongside her many accomplishments as a podcaster and business owner, to discuss how to stand out, land more gig...
Jul 20, 2023•48 min•Ep 102•Transcript available on Metacast The banking industry has come under intense scrutiny in recent years and for good reasons. Banks are a tool, but like any financial tool, if you don’t know how to use them and ask the right questions, this same tool that can be so helpful in your financial journey can be just as harmful. Today, we welcome back Vrinda Gupta, owner and founder of Sequin –– banking for women, by women –– to talk about all the ways that banks make money off a lack of financial literacy and targeting already vulnerab...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep 101•Transcript available on Metacast We made it to 100! We’re celebrating 100 episodes of Financial Feminist by going through the 10 things that are most likely standing in the way of reaching your own $100K (or really any financial goal). We’ll also hear from some of our community members, Scout, Irene, Katie, and Johanna, along the way, who are sharing their wins, from boosting their credit scores to finding better jobs and so much more. We’re so thankful that you’ve been with us for any amount of our 100 episodes –– to 100 more!...
Jul 11, 2023•55 min•Ep 100•Transcript available on Metacast In this extra special birthday episode, Tori breaks down the 29 things she learned by age 29. From how to show up better in relationships to financial setbacks and the importance of building a community, Tori shares her hardest and best-learned lessons on this side of 30. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at: https://herfirst100k.com/start-here-financial-feminist-podcast Not sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money person...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast Oh, say, can you seeeeee that a lot of shit has been going down in the last few years (and days) here in the US of A that hasn’t made us feel too patriotic. Between systemic racism, gun violence, slashed access to reproductive healthcare, and more, we’ve found ourselves asking the question, “How do we engage with a system that feels like it’s failing us?” We brought back one of our favorite guests, Emily Tisch Sussman, former political consultant, to share all of the ways we can get more involve...
Jul 04, 2023•42 min•Ep 98•Transcript available on Metacast People-pleasers unite (but only if you want to…)! In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Tara Schuster, author of Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies and Glow in the F*cking Dark –– books exploring how to work through trauma and life’s shitstorms to create a life you’re excited to live. Tara and Tori dive into how to antagonize old belief systems, create new rituals, and learning to prioritize yourself and your needs in both life and your finances. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and ...
Jun 27, 2023•57 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast If you’ve ever watched a TikTok video where someone showed off their lavish lay-down business class suite they got “with points” and wondered, HOW?! This episode is for you! Today, Tori breaks down beginner-friendly tips for how to use your credit cards to get deals on flights, hotels, and more. This episode is for anyone who wants to better understand how to choose the best credit card and utilize points, whether you’re a seasoned multi-trip traveler or a casual vacationer looking to get a bett...
Jun 22, 2023•22 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast The stats start hopeful –– more women in college, more women in the workforce, more women in the c-suite –– but life for women in the United States continues to feel like two steps forward and ten steps back. Recently, theSkimm wanted to better understand how women were feeling about things like job prospects, healthcare, parenting, mental health, and more. So, they partnered with The Harris Poll to conduct a study of women from all different demographics to create their truly eye-opening report...
Jun 20, 2023•49 min•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast If you’ve ever been the only woman in a room of mostly men, you know the challenges of standing out and having your voice heard and respected. From small microaggressions to all-out harassment, women consistently fight patriarchial norms in male-dominated fields. Today’s guest knows all about this, as she was the ONLY woman in her field for two full decades. We’re joined by Molly Fletcher, known as the female Jerry Maguire, to talk about her time working her way up the ladder in the sports agent...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast Ah, your 20s. The first decade of true adulthood, bills, taxes, job hunting, and everything else that comes with starting out after school. Navigating career changes and pivots in your early 20s can be difficult –– so Tori compiled the 10 things she wishes she’d known in her career that would have saved heartache, emergency job exits, and time. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/start-here-financial-feminist-podcast Not ...
Jun 08, 2023•33 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast If you’ve ever been labeled a perfectionist but always felt some shame around the moniker, this episode is for you. Tori sits down with Katherine Morgan Schafler, author of “The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control,” to talk about how we’ve been viewing perfectionism all wrong, when it’s healthy and when it’s not, and how to wear our perfectionism as a badge of honor instead of shame. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.co...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep 92•Transcript available on Metacast In this first installment of “Tori Story,” Tori shares her formula and hacks for making delicious meals from home, regardless of how much time you have or cooking experience under your belt. This episode is great for those who want to trim the fat on their dining-out budget but don’t feel confident in their abilities to make food at home. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at https://herfirst100k.com/start-here-financial-feminist-podcast Not sure w...
Jun 01, 2023•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you were part of a military family, or a family who moved frequently growing up, you know all too well the strain it can have on your personal relationships and your financial life. To talk more about unique factors affecting military and other nomadic families, Tori sat down with Lauren Taylor, founder of PCS Pay-It-Forward Inc, to learn about programs as they currently exist and what’s being done at the local and national levels to support military families. Lauren also dives into her busin...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep 91•Transcript available on Metacast How much do I need to retire? How are a few hundred dollars a month going to turn into millions? What happens if the stock market crashes between now and then?! We’ve heard it all –– and it’s not your fault for not knowing. The finance industry bros have kept this information from you and made investing seem like one of the most difficult things you can do. Fortunately, your favorite host, Tori Dunlap, is sharing her basics of investing to help you get over fear and just start. In this episode, ...
May 25, 2023•28 min•Ep 90•Transcript available on Metacast The Budgetnista returns! We’re so grateful to welcome Tiffany Aliche back to Financial Feminist to talk about her life over the last few years since we caught up with her in season one. During their conversation, Tori and Tiffany discussed how the passing of her husband impacted her life and influenced her approach to managing her business and planning for the future. They also touched on her experiences following the loss of Jerrell, reflecting on the things she was thankful to have in place an...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep 89•Transcript available on Metacast May is Mental Health Month, and if there’s one thing we’ve learned from working with people and their money (and copious amounts of research) it’s that, generally, we’re stressed the f*ck out about our finances. In this episode, we invited Emalee and Jennifer of the Shrink Chicks to join us for a conversation on mental health. Tori and the Shrink Chicks dive into topics like the lack of accessible mental health care, why we carry our money traumas from previous generations, how to talk to your p...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep 88•Transcript available on Metacast We’re almost halfway through the year –– how are your finances? Did you unearth that hidden pile of old tax papers while cleaning out your desk? Are you feeling the strain of inflation on your budget? In this episode, Tori walks you through her financial spring cleaning process, including how to manage paperwork, re-adjust your budgets and goals, and how to get back on track if your financial goal setting needs an adjustment. Learn more about this episode, read transcripts, and get additional re...
May 11, 2023•25 min•Ep 87•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever thought, “Wow, I’d love a podcast episode where we talk about anxiety, mental health, the market for feet pics, and how much money a content creator really makes” Then you are in luck! Tori sits down with creator, filmmaker, and comedian Kelsey Darragh to discuss a wide range of topics, from selling photos of your feet online to managing anxiety and why you should never trust those “celebrity net worth” trackers you find online. Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and spo...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep 86•Transcript available on Metacast If the word “networking” leaves you *screaming-crying-throwing-up* –– you’re not alone. Networking hasn’t always had a negative connotation, but in recent years, networking events just feel like brag fests and places to collect business cards that will probably end up in a shoebox in the back of your closet. But networking doesn’t have to be hundred people events or sliding into people’s DMs unsolicited –– when done well, it can establish powerful connections with industry leaders and mentors th...
Apr 25, 2023•53 min•Ep 85•Transcript available on Metacast Ah, credit cards. The confusing but necessary component to a healthy credit score. But when not used properly, the very tool that can open doors can slam them shut. Today, Tori answers listener voicemails and questions about all things credit cards –– including how to choose the right one for your lifestyle, how many credit cards you should have, how to use a credit card responsibly, and getting to know and utilize your rewards system. To learn more about this episode, read transcripts, and get ...
Apr 20, 2023•30 min•Ep 84•Transcript available on Metacast It’s estimated that 54 million people in the United States have a disability –– so how does this impact them financially and an individual level, and all of us, regardless of disability status as a societal level? Tori is joined by Xian Horn, a disability advocate, writer, and founder of the non-profit, Give Beauty Wings, to talk about the financial challenges facing people with disabilities. They discuss the practical ways this manifests in day-to-day life, like transportation and lower pay, bu...
Apr 18, 2023•56 min•Ep 83•Transcript available on Metacast The United States hates mothers. At least, their woefully inadequate policies, like no federally mandated paid parental leave, lack of access to affordable childcare, and increased criminalization of women’s health care and reproductive rights, seem to suggest so. It’s no wonder that many who (or hope to) enter parenthood feel completely abandoned by society and often have to make increasingly difficult decisions about how they’ll even be able to manage having a child in the first place. We’re t...
Apr 11, 2023•59 min•Ep 82•Transcript available on Metacast 
