Finance Fitness Finesse

Jaelyn Vickery
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You’re Not Woke, You’re Broke™! Finance, Fitness, & Finesse is a podcast dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their finances, careers, and overall well-being. Exploring the dimensions of wellness, the show guides listeners toward achieving a balanced prosperous, and abundant life, also known as Dimensional Wealth. Tune in to discover why money matters but wellness counts.

  1. Oct 1

    Is a College Degree Enough? Making Money Beyond the Degree with Elijah Barnum & Don Hopkins

    What does making money look like for Gen Z when a college degree is no longer the only path to financial success? In this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse (F3), Certified Financial Therapist and host Jaelyn Vickery sits down with University of Illinois students and entrepreneurs Elijah Barnum and Don Hopkins to talk about entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career planning, multiple income streams, and how young adults are thinking differently about work and wealth. Elijah and Don bring two different perspectives to the conversation. Don is studying financial planning with a minor in macroeconomics while building his entrepreneurial experience through Midnight Market Vending LLC. Elijah is a kinesiology student, certified personal trainer, entrepreneur, and creator of BodyByEli who is building experience across personal training, content creation, vending, and other industries. Together, they explore what it means to build income and experience while still in college and why Gen Z is increasingly thinking beyond a traditional 9-to-5 career path. This conversation looks at the intersection of college, entrepreneurship, personal finance, career development, financial independence, and wealth building. Whether you're a student trying to figure out your next move, a young professional exploring entrepreneurship, or someone questioning whether a degree alone is enough to build the life you want, this episode offers a real conversation about how the next generation is approaching money and work. Learn In This Episode How Gen Z is approaching entrepreneurship and income differently • Why a college degree does not have to be the only part of your financial strategy • What students can learn from starting a business while still in school • How financial literacy can influence career and wealth-building decisions • The role of multiple income streams in building financial independence • How entrepreneurship, personal development, and career planning can work together About the Guests Don Hopkins is a University of Illinois student studying Financial Planning with a minor in Macroeconomics. He is an entrepreneur and the founder of Midnight Market Vending LLC, with interests in financial literacy, retirement planning, investment planning, and making personal finance more understandable and accessible. Elijah Barnum, CPT is a senior at the University of Illinois studying Kinesiology with the goal of becoming a physician assistant. He is a certified personal trainer and entrepreneur with experience in personal training, vending, content creation, bartending, and security. Through BodyByEli and his other entrepreneurial work, Elijah focuses on personal development, wellness, and showing Black youth that they can pursue success through multiple paths. SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Visit Website & Merch Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Dimensional Wealth Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #GenZFinance #GenZEntrepreneurs #StudentEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #FinancialLiteracy #MultipleIncomeStreams #YoungProfessionals #CollegeStudents #WealthBuilding

  2. Sep 27

    Health Is Wealth: Why Your Body Is Part of Your Financial Future | Mary Wolters

    Episode Description What does your health have to do with your wealth? More than we often realize. In this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse, Certified Financial Therapist and host Jaelyn “JaeVic” Vickery sits down with Mary Wolters, owner of Verve by Green Yoga Spa, yoga instructor, and longtime wellness professional, to explore the connection between physical health, financial wellness, longevity, and quality of life. Building wealth is about more than earning, saving, and investing money. If your health limits your ability to work, enjoy your relationships, pursue your goals, or actually experience the life your money helped create, there is a financial conversation worth having. JaeVic and Mary discuss why taking care of your body can be part of a long-term wealth-building strategy and why longevity itself can be viewed as a form of wealth. Learn In This Episode Why health is an important part of the wealth-building conversation • The connection between physical wellness, financial wellness, and quality of life • Why longevity can be considered a form of wealth • How investing in your health can support your future self • Why earning and accumulating money means little if you cannot enjoy your life • How wellness practices can support a healthier relationship with work, money, and your body About the Guest Mary Wolters is the owner of Verve by Green Yoga Spa, a yoga instructor, and wellness professional whose work centers on helping people care for their bodies and overall well-being. Through her experience in yoga, massage therapy, and wellness entrepreneurship, Mary brings a practical perspective to the conversation about health, longevity, and living well. SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #HealthIsWealth #HealthAndWealth #Longevity #WellnessAndWealth #FinancialHealth #HealthyHabits #QualityOfLife #Wellness #WealthBuilding

  3. Sep 16

    How Do You Do Wealth? The Mindset Shift From Debt Payoff to Wealth Building | Lisa Y. Jones

    What does it actually mean to build wealth? And is the mindset required to get out of debt the same mindset required to create and sustain wealth? On this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse (F3), JaeVic sits down with Lisa Y. Jones, faith-based wealth strategist and author of Financial Seasons, to talk about the mindset, emotions, and financial behaviors behind debt payoff and wealth building. Lisa and her husband paid off more than $300,000 of debt, but their financial story does not stop at becoming debt-free. This conversation explores the shift from focusing on getting out of debt to learning how to build wealth. As Lisa asks, “How do you do wealth?” The question opens up a bigger conversation about how we think about money, what financial success looks like in different seasons of life, and how our emotions can influence the way we make financial decisions. JaeVic and Lisa also discuss the connection between money and emotions, financial wellness, wealth-building strategies, and the importance of understanding where you are financially before deciding where you want to go next. Learn In This Episode • The mindset difference between getting out of debt and building wealth • What paying off more than $300,000 of debt can teach us about financial behavior • How money and emotions influence the way we approach financial goals • What it means to ask, “How do you do wealth?” • Why your financial strategy can change as your financial season changes About the Guest Lisa Y. Jones is a faith-based wealth strategist and best-selling author of Financial Seasons, a daily devotional inspiration about money and emotions. She helps women make sense of retirement and income planning through practical strategies involving annuities, life insurance, and taxes. After paying off more than $300,000 of debt with her husband, Lisa now teaches others about building and navigating wealth. SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #DebtFreeJourney #MoneyPsychology #MoneyHabits #FinancialGoals #FinancialSeasons #LisaYJones #BuildingWealth #DebtPayoff

  4. Aug 27

    High Yield Savings Accounts & Investing for Beginners: Building Wealth for Your Future

    High-yield savings accounts, investing for beginners, financial wellness, money habits, and your relationship with your future self all come together in this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse (F3). JaeVic explores why building wealth is not just about knowing where to put your money, but also about developing the financial behaviors and mindset that allow you to make decisions today that support the person you are becoming. A high-yield savings account can be a practical starting point for building financial security, creating savings habits, and preparing for future goals. But establishing a relationship with your future self can be just as important when it comes to moving from saving to investing. JaeVic breaks down how intentional financial habits can help you boldly begin your investing journey without waiting until you feel like you have everything figured out. Learn In This Episode What a high-yield savings account is and why it can be useful for your financial goals Why your relationship with your future self matters when making financial decisions today How saving and investing serve different purposes in a wealth-building strategy Practical ways to move from financial awareness to intentional action SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs designed to help you better understand your financial behaviors, build intentional money habits, and work toward your goals. Learn more at jaevic.com to explore programming and 1-1 services. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #HighYieldSavings #HighYieldSavingsAccount #InvestingForBeginners #WealthBuilding #SavingMoney #FinancialGoals #MoneyHabits #FutureSelf #InvestmentMindset

  5. Aug 19

    Disordered Consumption™: Why Impulsive Spending Is About More Than Money

    Impulsive spending, financial therapy, and money psychology came together at the 2026 Financial Therapy Association Annual Conference, where JaeVic presented her framework, Disordered Consumption™. In this solo episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse (F3), JaeVic goes behind the scenes of her FTA experience and her presentation, Disordered Consumption™: Identifying Impulsive Spending Cycles in Food, Finance, and Retail. The presentation brought financial therapy, consumer psychology, behavioral finance, emotional regulation, and financial wellness together to examine what happens before, during, and after an impulsive purchase. At the center of the conversation is the C3 Cycle™: Compulsion → Consumption → Control, a framework for identifying patterns behind impulsive spending and other consumption behaviors. JaeVic explores how emotional needs, financial stress, relationships, scarcity, social expectations, and consumer behavior can influence spending decisions. The episode also expands the conversation beyond the conference room, highlighting how financial wellness workshops, organizational programming, professional education, and community programming can help more people understand the psychology behind their money habits. This episode is for anyone interested in impulsive spending, emotional spending, money psychology, financial therapy, financial wellness, behavioral finance, financial literacy, consumer behavior, and healthier money habits. Learn In This Episode • JaeVic's experience presenting Disordered Consumption™ at the 2026 Financial Therapy Association Annual Conference • Why impulsive spending deserves more than a budgeting-based solution • How the C3 Cycle™ connects Compulsion, Consumption, and Control • How food, finance, and retail can reveal overlapping consumption patterns • The emotional, relational, and systemic factors that influence financial behavior • How financial wellness workshops and organizational programming can bring these conversations to larger audiences SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. Organizations interested in financial wellness workshops, financial education, money psychology programming, or professional training can also visit jaevic.com to learn more. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #ImpulsiveSpending #MoneyPsychology #EmotionalSpending #DisorderedConsumption #C3Cycle #BehavioralFinance #MoneyHabits #ConsumerBehavior #FinancialEducation

  6. Aug 5

    Your Biggest Investment Isn't the Stock Market

    What is the return on investment of your everyday spending decisions? In this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse, host Jaelyn Vickery, financial therapist and founder of Dimensional Wealth, explores how advertising, family dynamics, and money conversations shape the way we spend, save, and build wealth. From the thousands of advertisements we're exposed to each day to the financial habits we inherit at home, this episode uncovers the hidden influences behind our financial decisions. You'll learn why impulsive spending is often more than a lack of self-control, how talking about money can strengthen your financial confidence, and why understanding the flow of money throughout your household is essential for long-term financial wellness. Whether you're managing a family budget, balancing childcare costs, or simply trying to become a more intentional spender, this conversation offers practical insights to help you make spending decisions you can trust. Learn In This Episode What return on investment really means beyond investing in the stock market How constant advertising influences impulsive spending and consumer behavior Why open conversations about money create healthier financial habits How understanding household cash flow can improve financial decision-making and reduce money stress SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #ReturnOnInvestment #ConsumerPsychology #MoneyHabits #ImpulsiveSpending #FinancialLiteracy #HouseholdFinances #BehavioralFinance #MoneyConversations #IntentionalSpending #WealthBuilding

  7. Jul 22

    Healthcare Doesn't Care: Navigating Health Insurance Outside of Employment

    What happens when you lose your health insurance, age out of your parents' plan, leave your job, or simply cannot afford the healthcare you need? In this episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse, host Jaelyn "JaeVic" Vickery breaks down one of the biggest financial challenges facing millions of Americans: navigating health insurance and accessing affordable healthcare outside of employment. From understanding your options to avoiding costly mistakes, this episode explores the financial realities of healthcare, health insurance, preventative care, and why healthcare affordability is a financial wellness issue. JaeVic shares a personal story that highlights just how difficult it can be for everyday consumers to find healthcare coverage and receive the care they need. Through that experience, she exposes the confusing systems, unexpected costs, and barriers that often prevent people from prioritizing their health. Preventative care should not be a luxury, yet too many people delay medical care because of cost, insurance limitations, or uncertainty about where to turn. Health does not care about your employment status, your income, or whether your insurance card is active, and neither should access to quality care. Whether you're transitioning between jobs, becoming self-employed, graduating college, or simply trying to understand your healthcare options, this episode provides practical insight into protecting both your financial health and your physical well-being. Learn In This Episode • What happens to your health insurance when you leave your job or lose employer-sponsored coverage • Healthcare options available outside of employer health insurance, including Marketplace plans and other resources • Why preventative care is often overlooked and how delaying care can become more expensive over time • How healthcare costs affect financial wellness, budgeting, and long-term wealth building SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your Money Story at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #HealthInsurance #Healthcare #HealthcareCosts #PreventiveCare #MarketplaceInsurance #AffordableHealthcare #MedicalDebt #HealthCoverage #FinancialLiteracy

  8. Jul 15

    Not All Money Is Good Money: The Hidden Cost of Toxic Professional Relationships

    Sometimes the money we earn comes at the expense of our peace, our boundaries, and our future. In this solo episode of Finance, Fitness & Finesse, host Jaelyn Vickery shares one of the personal experiences that shaped her perspective as a financial therapist and why she believes not all money is good money. What began as an exciting mentorship and career opportunity during graduate school gradually evolved into a professional relationship that challenged healthy boundaries and created difficult financial decisions. Through this story, Jae explores how financial stress, student debt, scarcity mindset, and workplace power dynamics can influence the choices we make and why financial wellness is about much more than income. If you've ever stayed in a job because you felt financially trapped, struggled to say no to someone who controlled your livelihood, or wondered why money decisions can feel so emotional, this episode offers a perspective that goes beyond traditional personal finance advice. Learn In This Episode Why financial pressure can make unhealthy workplace dynamics difficult to leave How money, fear, and scarcity influence personal and professional boundaries Why financial therapy focuses on the emotional side of money, not just the numbers How to recognize when earning more is costing you something far more valuable SHARE YOUR MONEY STORY Have a real-life money question, experience, or moment that shaped how you think about money? Submit your money story with this form or at jaevic.com or email financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com. Your story could be featured in a future episode. WORK WITH A FINANCIAL THERAPIST OR MONEY COACH Ready to build a healthier relationship with money? Dimensional Wealth offers financial therapy, money coaching services, and financial wellness programs. Learn more at jaevic.com to schedule a consultation. CONNECT WITH F3 Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn: @financefitnessfinesse Host: @jaelynvickery | @dimensionalwealth Read more about the episode: jaevic.com/blog Email: financefitnessfinesse@gmail.com #F3 #JaeVic #YNWYB #FinanceFitnessFinesse #WCIA3 #DimensionalWealth #GGMarketingLLC #FinancialTherapy #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #MoneyStories #MoneyPsychology #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceBoundaries #ProfessionalEthics #StudentDebt #YoungProfessionals #FinancialLiteracy #WealthBuilding

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You’re Not Woke, You’re Broke™! Finance, Fitness, & Finesse is a podcast dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their finances, careers, and overall well-being. Exploring the dimensions of wellness, the show guides listeners toward achieving a balanced prosperous, and abundant life, also known as Dimensional Wealth. Tune in to discover why money matters but wellness counts.

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  • Creator
    Jaelyn Vickery
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
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    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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