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Brown Ambition Cumulus Podcast Network
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4.8 • 2.4K Ratings
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Winner of The Webby Award, Brown Ambition helps you unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing and making smart career choices — on your own terms! So join personal finance expert and journalist Mandi Woodruff and Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, an award-winning financial educator and author of The New York Times bestseller "Get Good With Money." Published Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Paying For a Car: Cash Vs. Finance
Hey BA fam! It's time for another BAQA. This week, Tiffany helps a listener decide whether to pay for a car in cash, or finance it with a large down payment. She breaks down all the financial considerations involved, including looking into credit unions for lower interest rates and considering certified pre-owned cars to avoid the depreciation of a brand new car. Considering buying a new car? Your financial sister is covering everything you need to know.
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Student Loan Debt Relief: What You Need to Know
Hey BA fam! This week, Tiffany deep dives into the topic of student loan debt relief, highlighting the current administration's efforts, as well as its impact on marginalized groups – such as women, people of color, and older Americans. From the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to the Income-Driven Repayment program, Tiffany is breaking down all the student loan debt relief options currently available. Plus, learn everything you need to know about the Higher Education Act. Ultimately, Tiffany is stressing the importance of racial and social justice in addressing student loan debt – and the positive impact of supporting black women.
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Take Back Your Power at Work (How-To Monday)
In this throw back episode, Mandi is joined by Deepa Purushothaman, author of "The First, the Few, the Only: How Women of Color Can Redefine Power in Corporate America." They speak about setting boundaries at work, listening to your body to prevent burnout, and how to play (and change) the corporate game.
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Should You Dip Into Retirement To Cover Debt?
Hey BA fam! It's time for another BA QA. This week, Mandi and Tiffany examine whether it's ever a good idea to withdraw money from a retirement account to cover debt. Before resorting to a withdrawal, it's important to consider your options -- such as exploring rental or mortgage assistance programs, working with a credit counselor, and seeking financial assistance through organizations like FindHelp.org. Your financial sisters have you covered. Listen in for the full breakdown.
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Get the Recognition (and Compensation) You Deserve
Hey BA fam! This week, Mandi and Tiffany are making the rounds about town. First, the ladies discuss Tiffany's visit to the White House -- which included a special hang with senator Elizabeth Warren (no big deal). This leads to a conversation about Mandi's Women and Money event, highlighting the importance of community and connection. Tiffany and Mandi go on to address the challenges they face as women of color in the speaking industry -- sharing stories of being interrupted and undervalued, and ultimately offering insights on how to recognize your own worth.
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Ditch Your Job and Become Your Own Boss (How-To Monday)
Hey BA fam! In this How-To Throwback, Ash Cash explains how he worked his way up from bank teller to bank branch manager to the CEO of a credit union -- all in the course of a decade. In this special episode of Brown Ambition, we invited Ash to relive those trying days and share the steps he took to help his family get back on track.
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Customer Reviews
I adore the podcast ❤️
These are my besties! I have learned so much listening to them. Just like having a conversation with good friends. I'm so invested and I look forward to every episode.
These women are family. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Drop the names, sis!!
You ladies give me life. I seriously consider you both my aunties whose advice I actually listen to. I appreciate the kindness, tough love and everything in between. Came here to leave a good review (obviously) but also to say, drop the names sis! We wanna know who is trying not to pay Tiffany for her speaking engagements!!
Love from your white sister
I’ve been listening to Brown Ambition for the last four years, it’s the absolute best! I feel like I have a perfect foundation about my personal finances from listening to this show and I am always thoroughly entertained by your stories. Y’all are the best, thank you for this show.