
45 episodes

Money Feels Bridget Casey and Alyssa Davies
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Money Feels is the new alternative to the personal finance community. We're here to drop the shame, guilt, and judgement so you can learn how to heal your relationship with money alongside your internet besties, hosts, and unfiltered experts — Bridget and Alyssa
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44: Self Directed Investing vs. Roboadvisors
When it comes to investing, being in the market is key. But once you're in, how do you decide who gets to manage your money? Are roboadvisors enough? 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:
Why you need to investThe cost between self-directed vs having someone else invest for youStock market crashes and recoveriesBonds vs equitiesThe reality of the roboadvisor portfolioPersonalization of investingRisk tolerance and understanding why risk is relevant to ageThe benefits of self-directed investingResources:
Bridget's Six-Figure Stock Portfolio
Thanks for listening to our final episode in season 4! If you want bonus episodes while we're off until January, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! -
43: Let's Talk About the Housing Crisis
Is the housing market really in crisis? How do we fix this, and what can Canadians looking to buy — or looking to rent affordably — do? 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:
Introducing the author of The Tenant Class, Ricardo TranjanWhy he wrote the bookThe argument for why there is NO housing crisis in CanadaThe role of supply in the housing marketProblem-solving theories perpetuating the status quoThe term 'affordability'Landlord profits and who landlords really areRent control — the realities of who benefitsTenant advocacy and unionsThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! -
42: Do You Need Life Insurance?
Whole, term, permanent, universal! There are so many different types of life insurance — and different names. But how do you know which ones you need? 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 life insurance is actually meant to provide and how it can helpWhat are the differences between term and whole life insurance/permanent life insurance?Risks and pitfalls that can come with committing to certain policies Aggressive tactics used by insurance sales agents that you need to watch out forWhen does it make sense to have multiple insurance policies?Is there a way to “know” when you need insurance?Examples of how your insurance needs can change/evolve over time and through different life stages Helpful things to consider before adding a policyThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! -
41: The Case for 'Good Enough' Finances
Optimizing everything with your money can be a good thing — but it can also lead to feelings of a need to achieve perfection and cause immense amounts of stress. Money is meant to be enjoyed. So, 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 does optimizing your finances look like?Why you'll never be able to optimize everything without failThe problem with the 'right' way to manage your money Do Bridget and Alyssa optimize their finances?Why you should take a feelings-first approach to your moneyShould you switch banks to get a higher interest rate?The illusion of progress versus automating your financesOptimizing your budgetMaxing out the 'right' accounts at the 'right' time and comparisonMoney only has value when it's spentThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! -
40: Do You Need a Financial Planner?
Your finances change a lot, as do the major milestones you continue to hit. So, when do you reach out to a professional for guidance? 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 do financial planners actually do?What type of financial planners exist, and how do you find one?Fee structures and transparencyThe benefits of having a financial plannerWhat education and credentials should you look for?Financial planning for specific life stagesWhen you should meet with your plannerSaving for retirement and spending in retirementAnswering listener-submitted questionsResources and sources:
Advice Only Planners in CanadaDirectory of Fee-Only PlannersSteadyhandRobb EngenThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time! -
39: Reviewing Listeners Budgets
Everyone always wants to know if they're doing okay financially — and we want to provide you with that reassurance. Let's talk about your situation 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:
Reviewing anonymous financial submissions from our Patreon subscribersThanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, you can join our Patreon! You can subscribe for more bonus episodes just like this one, and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!
Customer Reviews
Honest, important, and entertaining
Bridget and Alyssa share important financial information that everyone should have in their pocket. They are brutally honest about their own money experiences and do it in a naturally entertaining way. I love these two and am so grateful for them!
So fun, so accessible!
Love the way Alyssa and Bridget talk about money and all the feels that come up surrounding the topic. Thank you for lifting the veil on an area of life that was so taboo in social and family circles! Also, love that I laugh out loud with you both at least once per episode!
Learned so much
Love this podcast so much! I love the way they speak in laymen’s terms to explain more complex topics. I suggest this podcast to so many people! Highly suggest