The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

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The Clever Girls Know Podcast is brought to you by Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. that empowers women to ditch debt, save money and build real wealth in order to live life on their own terms! Hosted by founder and CEO of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, the podcast shares open and honest conversations with real women at different stages of their financial and life journeys to inspire and motivate other women on their own journeys too! Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap today! It's completely free! Plus get our free budgeting & debt prioritization worksheets too: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap/

  1. 405: How To Save Money On A Low Income (Realistic Strategies That Work)

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    405: How To Save Money On A Low Income (Realistic Strategies That Work)

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now If you've ever thought, "How am I supposed to save money when I barely make enough to cover my bills?", this podcast episode is for you. Saving money on a low income can feel impossible. Rent, groceries, debt, childcare — it adds up fast. But here's the truth: you can start building savings, even if it's just $5 at a time. On this episode, I'm walking you through realistic, practical ways to save money on a tight budget, without shame, without skipping meals, and without feeling deprived.   YOU'LL LEARN: How to start an emergency fund on a low income How to automate tiny savings transfers How to save money when living paycheck to paycheck Simple ways to cut expenses without extreme restriction How to create extra income with micro side hustles  How to stay motivated when savings feel slow  Building financial security isn't about big deposits. It's about consistency and strategy. Even small amounts saved can create real peace of mind.   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    15 min
  2. You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    2D AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing When Your Kids Won’t Put Their Phones Down, with Oprah & Addiction Specialist Dr. Anna Lembke from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast Millions of parents and educators are in an overwhelming struggle to get children and teens to put their smartphones down or stop watching a screen on a tablet. To uncover what is at the root of an issue that is wreaking havoc at home and at school, Oprah sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke, a psychiatrist and Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Dr. Lembke, author of the New York Times mega-bestseller Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, explains why smartphones and tablets should be thought of as providing “digital drugs,” while describing the devastating impact these “drugs” are having on the still-developing brains of young people. Dr. Lembke and Oprah answer questions from mothers who are desperate for help managing their children’s screen addictions. Plus - British actress, Royal Family Member and education advocate Sophie Winkleman joins from London to talk about why she believes tech in schools has been disastrous for students and is destroying the education system from within. 'Dopamine Nation' by Anna Lembke Chapters: 00:00:00 - Welcome Dr. Anna Lembke, author of “Dopamine Nation”  00:03:00 - Reframing digital media as a drug 00:08:30 - Smart phones are modern day hypodermic needles 00:09:15 - Addiction definition  00:12:10 - Kids experiencing craving and withdrawal  00:17:00 - Mom of 2 girls wants to know if they are addicted  00:27:15 - Managing teens devices 00:36:15 - How to help college-aged kids  00:42:00 - Actress Sophie Winkleman on ed tech  00:45:00 - Screens in schools  00:48:00 - Distracted kids don’t know how to learn  00:50:00 - Regulating tech for kids Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 404: How to Recover From Money Mistakes and Forgive Your Financial Past

    3D AGO

    404: How to Recover From Money Mistakes and Forgive Your Financial Past

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now If you've ever maxed out a credit card, drained your savings, avoided budgeting, or stayed in a bad financial situation longer than you should have, you're not alone. On this episode, I'm sharing exactly how to recover from money mistakes and forgive your financial past so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace. Financial shame keeps so many women stuck. But here's the truth: You are not your money mistakes. You are not behind. And it is absolutely possible to rebuild your finances - no matter where you're starting from. YOU'LL LEARN: How to process financial regret in a healthy way  How to stop replaying past money mistakes How to separate your identity from your financial decisions Practical steps to start rebuilding your finances today  How to shift from guilt to growth  AND SO MUCH MORE Whether you're recovering from credit card debt, overspending, drained savings, or poor financial decisions, this is your turning point.  If you're ready to start fresh, take one small step today. Open a savings account. Make a payment. Create a simple budget. Progress, not perfection, builds wealth.   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    11 min
  4. 403: How Brittany Crushed Her $39K Debt in 8 Months

    FEB 25

    403: How Brittany Crushed Her $39K Debt in 8 Months

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Brittany Charles, better known as Mrs. Fiscally Responsible, to talk about how she and her husband paid off $39,000 in debt in just 8 months—and turned that experience into a proven roadmap for others. As a personal finance coach and founder of Fiscally Responsible, Brittany helps women ditch debt, take control of their cash flow, and build sustainable wealth using simple, repeatable systems. She shares the mindset shifts, sacrifices, and accountability strategies that fueled her rapid payoff, along with the practical framework she now teaches her growing community to help them do the same.   What Brittany Discussed on the Podcast: How she became Mrs. Fiscally Responsible and the story behind the brand. The turning point that pushed her and her husband to fully commit to their debt-free journey. The biggest mindset shifts and sacrifices required during their 8-month payoff period. A breakdown of her specific debt payoff strategies and systems. The framework she created to help others replicate her results. How to move forward when debt feels overwhelming and impossible to tackle. The powerful role of accountability in accelerating financial progress. One thing she would do differently—and one thing she's glad she did exactly right. How becoming debt-free transformed her emotionally, mentally, and financially. Her clever girl superpower. Where to connect with her and learn more about her debt payoff framework.   How to Keep Up With Brittany: Instagram: @mrs.fiscallyresponsible Website: fiscally-responsible.com   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    52 min
  5. 402: How to Negotiate With Creditors (Even If You're Behind on Payments)

    FEB 19

    402: How to Negotiate With Creditors (Even If You're Behind on Payments)

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now If you're overwhelmed by credit card debt or behind on payments, negotiating with your creditors can make a real difference. On this episode, I walk you through how to confidently talk to your creditors, lower your interest rates, reduce monthly payments, and request temporary relief. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What to say (including a sample script) What to ask for: lower rates, waived fees, hardship options What to avoid saying on the phone How to escalate when you're told "no" How to work with a nonprofit credit counselor How to protect your credit score during negotiations  AND SO MUCH MORE Even if you're already behind, it's not too late. You can do this.   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    13 min
  6. 401: 3 Easy Ways to Start Investing—Without the Stock Market

    FEB 17

    401: 3 Easy Ways to Start Investing—Without the Stock Market

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now Today, I'm breaking down 3 easy, beginner-friendly ways to invest outside the stock market. Whether you're nervous about stock volatility or just want to explore other options, there are smart, accessible paths to build wealth that don't require buying shares.  WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How to invest in your own business or side hustle Ways to grow your money with real assets (without buying a house!) Long-term investments that create lasting peace of mind and impact And more!  AND SO MUCH MORE This video is for you if, you're looking to diversify how you build wealth or you're curious about low-barrier ways to grow your money!   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    12 min
  7. 400: Budgeting With Irregular Income? Try These Game-Changing Tips

    FEB 12

    400: Budgeting With Irregular Income? Try These Game-Changing Tips

    New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to pre-order now A lot of people think budgeting only works with a steady paycheck.If your income changes month to month (freelance, commissions, motherhood seasons), this episode breaks down the only approach that actually worked for me. On this episode of the podcast, I'm breaking down how to budget when life keeps changing and your income isn't consistent. You'll learn practical, flexible budgeting strategies that help you stay in control of your money, even when your paycheck isn't predictable. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How to create a baseline (bare‑bones) budget Why you should budget based on your lowest income months How to use a buffer account to smooth out income swings How to prioritize spending when money is tight Why sinking funds are essential for unpredictable expenses How to automate your finances without creating stress How to stay consistent, even when your income isn't Inconsistent income doesn't mean inconsistent progress. With the right systems and mindset, you can build stability, reduce anxiety, and make steady financial progress, no matter how much you earn each month.   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

    13 min
  8. 399: Start Early, Build Wealth - A Student's Guide to Financial Freedom With Paris Woods

    FEB 10

    399: Start Early, Build Wealth - A Student's Guide to Financial Freedom With Paris Woods

    ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Dr. Paris Woods, bestselling author, financial educator, and founder of Freedom Unlimited LLC, for an inspiring conversation about helping students start early and build wealth. Known for her breakout book The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom, Paris returns with her newest release, The Student's Guide to Financial Freedom, written to empower first-gen, low-income, and BIPOC students with the tools they need to make confident money decisions early in life. With a background in education and a passion for equity, she breaks down the money myths young people face, offers actionable advice for avoiding common financial traps, and shares how students can lay the foundation for long-term financial success, starting right now.   What Dr. Paris Woods Discussed on the Podcast: Her mission to help young people build financial freedom and what inspired her to focus on student audiences. What led to the creation of The Student's Guide to Financial Freedom as a follow-up to her bestselling book. Gaps in traditional financial education and how her book fills them for first-gen, low-income, and BIPOC students. Why it's crucial for students to start learning about money in high school or college. Small but impactful steps students can take now to begin building financial independence. Common money myths and traps to avoid, especially around student loans and credit cards. How her book helps students who don't see themselves reflected in traditional financial advice feel seen and supported. Ways parents, educators, and mentors can support students in becoming financially confident early on. One lesson or habit every student should adopt to set themselves up for lifelong financial freedom. AND SO MUCH MORE   How to Keep Up With Dr. Paris Woods: Website: pariswoods.com Instagram: @authorpariswoods TikTok: @authorpariswoods Facebook: Author Paris Woods YouTube: Author Paris Woods Channel   More Clever Girl Finance Resources: ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance

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The Clever Girls Know Podcast is brought to you by Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. that empowers women to ditch debt, save money and build real wealth in order to live life on their own terms! Hosted by founder and CEO of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, the podcast shares open and honest conversations with real women at different stages of their financial and life journeys to inspire and motivate other women on their own journeys too! Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap today! It's completely free! Plus get our free budgeting & debt prioritization worksheets too: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap/

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