1966: How to Get Good With Money in a World That Feels Financially Broken with The Budgetnista
In this episode Farnoosh Torabi talks with Tiffany Aliche, the Budgetnista, about why today’s economic climate feels different even for high earners and how her own 2008 recession crash reshaped her money mindset. Aliche shares practical ways to boost income—renting assets, leveraging skills—and stresses the importance of living well below one’s means, building a safety net, and creating multiple revenue streams. She also explains how her Live Richer Movement adapts to the current squeeze by seeking corporate and nonprofit sponsorships to keep low‑cost financial coaching accessible. Finally, she outlines the ten core pillars of financial wholeness—from budgeting to investing and estate planning—that remain constant despite changing market conditions.
1965: Ask Farnoosh: Smart Moves After Debt, Student Loans, How to Invest Through the Noise
In this Ask Farnoosh episode, Farnoosh Torabi tackles listener questions about handling parent‑plus student loans during a mortgage application, allocating the $700 monthly cash flow freed up after paying off student loans, and whether to divest U.S. stocks amid market...
1961: The Psychology of Never Enough. Why High-Achievers Still Feel Empty and How to Fix It
In this episode of So Money, host Farnoosh Torabi talks with former Google executive and researcher Brooke Taylor about the "success wound"—the feeling that achievement never feels sufficient. Taylor explains how early messages tying self‑worth to performance create a cycle...
1949: Nate Berkus on Entrepreneurship, Design, and Financial Confidence
In this episode Farnoosh Torabi revisits her 2015 interview with designer and entrepreneur Nate Berkus, discussing how his design philosophy—making homes tell personal stories—parallels his approach to money. Berkus shares his financial mindset of confronting fear, taking calculated risks, and treating...
1947: Ask Farnoosh: Tax Season Moves, Optimal Rainy Day Funds, Traditional or Roth IRA?
In this episode Farnoosh answers listener questions about navigating tax season, deciding how much to keep in an emergency fund, and choosing between a Traditional and Roth IRA. She breaks down the timing of tax‑saving moves, explains how to calculate...
1946: The Quiet Money Mistakes High-Earning Women Make
In this episode, Farnoosh explores the subtle financial missteps that high‑earning women often make, such as under‑funding emergency reserves, over‑relying on employer‑sponsored retirement plans, and overlooking tax‑efficient strategies like Roth conversions. She highlights how societal expectations and gender‑based pay gaps...
1945: The Truth About Debt, Inequality and Starting Over
In episode 1945, Farnoosh Torabi dives into the systemic roots of personal debt and economic inequality, exploring how historical policies and modern financial practices keep many stuck in cycles of hardship. She highlights practical strategies for individuals looking to reset...
1944: Ask Farnooosh: Birthday Money Truths, Market Warnings and Relationship Finance
In episode 1944, Farnoosh answers listener questions about birthday money etiquette, market warning signs, and relationship finance. She debunks myths about gifting cash, highlights red flags in the current market such as over‑valuation and rising rates, and offers strategies for...
1943: How to Navigate Income Gaps, Shared Accounts, and Spending Differences
In episode 1943, Farnoosh explores the challenges couples face when their incomes differ, covering how to set up shared and individual accounts, allocate spending responsibilities, and communicate about financial priorities. She offers practical frameworks for deciding who pays what, how...
1941: Ask Farnoosh: My Best Home Buying Advice, Investing for a "Mid-Term" Goal
In this episode Farnoosh answers listener questions about buying a home and investing for a mid‑term goal, such as a child's education or a career change. She outlines the three‑step framework for home‑buying: assess true affordability, prioritize a solid down‑payment...
