Financial Rebellion

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  1. 1d ago

    The Hidden Reason High Achievers Feel Empty

    What if the reason you've been successful is also what's holding you back? In this episode of Financial Rebellion, Todd Romer reconnects with Ida Abdalkhan more than 20 years after she wrote for Young Money magazine. Since then, Ida has built an impressive career—from managing global brands at Procter & Gamble to founding a successful marketing agency and launching Be Unlost, where she helps high achievers replace anxiety-driven success with purpose-driven living. Together, they explore why so many ambitious people achieve everything they thought they wanted yet still feel unfulfilled. In this episode: ✔️ Ida's best and worst money decisions in her 20s ✔️ Why your skills aren't the same as your gifts ✔️ How fear and anxiety secretly fuel high performers ✔️ Why external success doesn't always create happiness ✔️ The surprising science behind laughter and emotional well-being ✔️ How to discover the work you were meant to do Whether you're just starting your career or questioning what's next, this conversation will challenge how you think about success, fulfillment, and purpose. 📬 Subscribe to the Financial Rebellion newsletter: https://financial-rebellion.com Follow Financial Rebellion for more conversations about money, investing, entrepreneurship, and building a life you actually want.

    31 min

  2. Jun 23

    What Most Americans Don't Know About Credit Unions

    What if your financial institution was more than a place to store money? What if it was your financial best friend? In this episode of Financial Rebellion, Todd sits down with Tansley Stearns, President & CEO of Orsa Credit Union, to discuss her remarkable journey from a marketing role in a small credit union headquartered in the basement of a Macy’s store to becoming a credit union CEO. Tansley shares why credit unions are uniquely positioned to help people navigate both the brightest and darkest financial moments of life, how financial habits are formed long before adulthood, and why the next generation is looking for organizations that align with their values. They explore financial literacy, investing, saving, purpose-driven leadership, and the role credit unions play in helping people build financial confidence and freedom. From innovative products and financial wellness programs to teaching kids about money through Roblox, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what it means to be financially empowered. In this episode: Tansley's journey from marketer to CEOWhat makes credit unions differentWhy financial education needs to start earlierThe power of saving, spending, and investing intentionallyBuilding financial confidence through experienceHow credit unions support communities during life's toughest momentsWhy purpose-driven organizations matter to younger generationsThe future of financial wellness and member engagement

    29 min

  3. Jun 18

    The 30-Year-Old Entrepreneur Who Doubled His Income Every Year

    What happens when a college student starts a sports podcast from his dorm room and turns it into a thriving digital marketing agency? In this episode of Financial Rebellion, Todd sits down with entrepreneur Kevin Fedor, founder of Follow Spike, to discuss his journey from filing paperwork as an intern to building multiple successful businesses. Kevin shares how he grew his first audience organically, launched an athlete marketing platform connecting brands with professional athletes, and now helps direct-to-consumer companies scale through digital marketing. They dive into entrepreneurship, financial literacy, social media strategy, AI's impact on marketing, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and why investing in your own skills may be the best financial move you can make. Whether you're building a business, growing a side hustle, or looking for inspiration to take the next step, this conversation is packed with practical insights and hard-earned wisdom. In this episode: Building a business from a college dorm roomThe best and worst money decisions of Kevin's 20sGrowing audiences in the age of social mediaWhy content is still king in 2026The role of AI in modern marketingEntrepreneurship as the ultimate personal development toolHow to think about risk, failure, and financial freedom

    30 min

  4. Jun 4

    Why This 22-Year-Old Traded Soccer Cleats for Children’s Books (And Won $80K Doing It)

    Meet Brie Nunley, former Arizona State University soccer star who’s revolutionizing how kids think about their futures with her upcoming children’s book “Dream It.” In this inspiring Financial Rebellion podcast episode, discover how this 22-year-old entrepreneur secured $80,000 in funding through pitch competitions, transformed her athletic mindset into business success, and created an interactive book that helps kids aged 4-7 visualize their dream careers.Learn how Brie overcame her $1,200 nail salon spending habit, opened a Roth IRA, and is now building a business that includes Career Picture Day events where kids dress up as their future selves. Plus, get her insights on balancing LSAT prep, marathon training, and entrepreneurship while pursuing her dream of becoming a sports lawyer.Key Takeaways: • How to turn a childhood memory into a profitable business idea • The power of university entrepreneurship programs (ASU’s Venture Devils & SportX) • Why focusing on impact over personal gain eliminates fear and doubt • Smart money moves for young entrepreneurs (Roth IRA, diversified investing) • Building a children’s book business from concept to publicationPerfect for aspiring authors, student athletes, young entrepreneurs, and anyone who believes in the power of dreams. This episode proves that your biggest competitive advantage might just be your unique perspective as a young creator.

    24 min

  5. Jun 2

    85% of Income Isn’t About Your Degree

    Kraig Kann’s journey from childhood dream to Golf Channel original personality to LPGA C-Suite executive reveals a powerful truth: 85% of financial success comes from communication, not technical skills. After 18 years on-air and 5 years as Chief Communications Officer at the LPGA, he now teaches Fortune 500 leaders how to “take their what and present their wow.”Learn his Green Shoe philosophy, why everyone needs to find their superpower early, and how to stay on the career escalator for life. Plus, insights on helping credit unions connect emotionally with younger members, the importance of knowing your story vs. storytelling, and why you must “network your way to the network.”From helping bring golf back to the Olympics to advising companies like Accenture and Marriott, Kraig shares why leadership is communication and how to make people remember both your message and that you delivered it.

    27 min

  6. May 28

    56% of Women Face This NIGHTMARE. She Built the Solution Into Jewelry.

    When Addison Bounds learned that 56% of women unknowingly consume spiked beverages, she couldn’t just stand by. Now this USF beach volleyball player is embedding drug-detection sensors in stylish jewelry 💍THE SHOCKING REALITY: 😰 56% of women have unknowingly consumed spiked drinks 🎓 1 in 4 happen during university years 📍 Started after friends’ horrific experiences ⚡ Detection in seconds, not minutesTHE ELORA INNOVATION: ✅ Miniaturized sensors hidden in jewelry ✅ Drop of beverage = instant detection ✅ Bluetooth alerts + location sharing ✅ From Apple Watch size → quarter → dime ✅ 100% accuracy detecting Benadryl (common spiking drug) ✅ Launching December 2027HER JOURNEY: 🏐 Cal Poly → USF beach volleyball 💡 September 2024: Initial idea 🚀 March 2025: Co-founder joins 💰 $85K raised from investors 🏆 $53K in competition wins 📍 22 years old raising $160KBEST MONEY MOVE: Started Roth IRA at 18 WORST: Waited too long for a credit card (“cashback is real!”)

    31 min

  7. May 26

    He Quit His Job to Fix the Broken Staffing Industry (Now CEOs Call Him)

    “Most staffing agencies throw 30 resumes at you and hope one sticks. That’s broken.” Meet Nick Ford, who left corporate recruiting to build Transparent Staffing - where he only sends 3 perfect candidates 🎯THE TRANSPARENT DIFFERENCE: 📊 Only sends 3 candidates per role (not 30) 🏆 Former D1 pitcher who knows about competition 🤝 “Professional connector” not just recruiter 💼 Specializes in clinical & revenue-generating rolesTRUTH BOMBS IN THIS EPISODE: ✅ Why throwing resumes is killing the industry ✅ Building a business while having 3 kids ✅ The sales secret that changed everything ✅ Why listening beats pitching every time ✅ From side hustle to full-time in 6 months ✅ “Sales is just problem-solving”MONEY MOVES: ✅ BEST: Started investing early (10% in 401k) ❌ WORST: Uber Eats addiction ($50 dinners = lost investments)His advice: “Stop sitting on the fence. Just try it.”

    26 min

  8. May 21

    UD Students Won $276K to Fix a Problem That Causes 440,000 Deaths Per Year

    When Brayden Shepard watched NFL helmets flying off during games, he knew there was a problem. Now at 22, he and his partner have $276,000 in funding to solve it with Saturn Sports 🏈THE SHOCKING STATS: ☠️ 440,000 casualties per year linked to improper chin strap use 🏈 NFL helmets coming off “nonstop” 🏍️ 18 US states don’t require motorcycle helmets 💡 Licensed patent from the US ArmyTHE SATURN SPORTS JOURNEY: 🎓 Started at University of Dayton (Go Flyers!) 💰 Won largest Flyer Pitch prize ever: $76,000 🚀 Second attempt at state grant: $200,000 WIN 🏍️ Pivoting from football to motorcycle market ENTREPRENEURIAL WISDOM: • Started with BAMs (neighborhood kid business) • From finance major to entrepreneurship • UD Street Science - selling dorm street signs • “Failure just breeds new opportunities” • Reading addiction = entrepreneurial superpower • Why 18-25 is the BEST time to take risksMONEY MOVES: ❌ WORST: Lost big on Bitcoin leveraging ✅ BEST: Shooting for the moon on grants

    30 min
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Listen to Income Rebels Share Their Side Gig Success Stories

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  • Creator
    Young Money University
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Young Money University
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    Financial Rebellion