The Broke Generation

Emma Edwards
The Broke Generation

Feel good finance podcast, packed with frank and honest money conversations, and practical tips to help you be better with money.

  1. 20 HRS AGO

    The mindset of your future self, with Kira Matthews

    While on my whirlwind UK adventure, I had the chance to catch up with Kira Matthews, a very popular previous guest on the podcast. Kira, a mindset and manifestation coach, is back to share more of her practical wisdom on bridging the gap between who we are now and who we want to become. In this episode, we unpack how to rewrite the narrative of your life, focusing on understanding your identity and making intentional, incremental changes. Kira explains why overnight transformations often fail and highlights the value of embracing discomfort as part of growth. Together, we’re tackling perfectionism, reframing limiting beliefs, and building the confidence to move forward. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure how to take the next step toward your goals, this episode is packed with insights to help you start rewriting your story today. Episode highlights: How understanding your identity drives transformation. Why small, intentional changes lead to lasting growth. Practical strategies to overcome perfectionism and self-doubt. “When I think about changing your story, it's about suddenly being aware of all of these characters, this setting, this scene, this story, the beginning and the end, and saying, actually, I want something new."Kira [05:32] “Perfectionists avoid trying to do something the first time because they’re attempting to navigate that inner critic - that’s so out of control."Kira [24:25] “Co-working spaces have been really good for me—being around people who are also self-employed—because otherwise it’s so isolating, and you do feel like you’re wrong."Emma [42:12] Missed the previous episode with Kira? Check it out here or search for Episode 61 ‘Can you really manifest money? A no BS guide to manifestation, with Kira Matthews’. Where to find Kira Matthews Website: https://www.kiramatthews.com/ No Room For Doubt Podcast: https://www.kiramatthews.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirathebold/   Where to find The Broke Generation Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegenerationTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration   Order my book, Good with Money! Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    54 min
  2. 6 NOV

    The psychology of financial freedom, with Laura Ann Moore

    In this episode, your ears are being blessed once again by Laura Ann Moore, the UK-based financial wellbeing coach, educator and your money bestie. Laura shares her approach to transforming our relationships with money and building wealth while staying true to our values. We explore how financial security and freedom look different for everyone - and why it’s essential to define what it means personally before working toward it. From practical budgeting strategies to reframing spending habits, Laura discusses the mindset shifts needed to make intentional choices with money that align with a fulfilling life. Episode highlights: Shifting focus from chasing income to defining your version of financial freedom How category limits shape our spending habits Practical strategies to avoid extreme saving or spending “Feeling good about money means something different to everyone… The work around feeling good about money is knowing what it means to you, and you can only do that by exploring money on a deeper level than just numbers and spreadsheets."Laura [04:46] “To one person, freedom is digital nomads travelling the world, going to a new place every year, every month, every week, whatever. To the next person, freedom means staying at home with the kids and leaving their 9 to 5."Emma [07:34] “It all just comes down to reframing how you view spending, investing, saving and just money in general and what each of those things mean."Laura [23:18] “When you actually look at handing over real money for those things, it can actually highlight when what you want is actually not that thing."Emma [32:09] Missed the previous episode with Laura? Check it out here or search for Episode 92 ‘The psychology of saving money, with Laura Ann Moore’. Where to find Laura Ann Moore Website: https://www.mindmoneysoul.co.uk/ Podcast: https://www.mindmoneysoul.co.uk/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_ann_mooreTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraannmoore Where to find The Broke Generation Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegenerationTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration   Order my book, Good with Money! Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min
  3. 23 OCT

    The concerning rise of Buy Now Pay Later, with Kate Browne

    In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Browne, head of research and insights at Compare Club, to explore the real impact of buy now, pay later services on our everyday financial habits. What started as a tool for spreading the cost of larger purchases has crept into everyday essentials like groceries and fuel. But how is this changing the way we think about spending and budgeting? Kate and I dive into the hidden consequences of relying on these services, from juggling multiple payments to losing sight of the true cost of things. It’s not just those facing financial difficulties - many people with higher incomes are now turning to buy now, pay later instead of traditional credit options. Why is that? And what does it say about our changing relationship with money? We also look at the potential long-term impacts, especially on younger generations, and how these services might be reshaping financial behaviour for years to come. Today we cover: How buy now, pay later services are becoming part of everyday life. The effect on spending habits across all income levels. What we should be aware of as these services grow in popularity. “Some people said they were using it daily. And this is really showing that buy now, pay later isn't sort of a nice-to-have tool, but it's really ingrained as a financial tool for people to get from paycheck to paycheck."Kate [03:56] “It's very, very easy to lose control and even in people who are generally good with money, once you kind of lose control, it's really hard to get it back or it's even easier to put your head in the sand."Kate [08:03] “The relationship we have with our phones, we're on them all the time. So paying with them doesn't feel like anything out of the ordinary."Emma [23:14] Where to find Kate Website: https://compareclub.com.au/expert-analysis/author/kate-browne/ Where to find The Broke Generation Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegenerationTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration   Order my book, Good with Money! Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    36 min
5
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17 Ratings

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