Synopsis
Brown Ambition is a weekly podcast about juggling life, career, and building wealth on your own terms. Your hosts are Mandi Woodruff, executive editor of MagnifyMoney.com and former personal finance reporter for Yahoo Finance, and Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche, an award-winning financial educator and best-selling author of "The One-Week Budget."
Episodes
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Ep 367: How To Get Rich ft. Ramit Sethi
12/07/2023 Duration: 47minTiffany is joined by Ramit Sethi! Ramit is the host of Netflix’s hit show, How to Get Rich, and author of the New York Times bestseller, “I Will Teach You To Be Rich.” Ramit is known for his unconventional insights into money psychology and his no-nonsense approach to designing and living a rich life. The duo talks about home ownership and Ramit shares why it may not be all that it's cut out to be. Ramit also discusses why financial advisors get mad at him and gives us some insight into how his Netflix show came about.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: How To Travel On A Budget ft. Victory Banwo
07/07/2023 Duration: 16minFor this week's BA Q&A, Tiffany is joined by Victory Banwo. Victory needs advice on how to budget and fund her business and Tiffany doesn't disappoint with her expert business advice. Then, Victory asks how to get the biggest bang for her buck while traveling and Tiffany schools us on credit card rewards and how to finesse a VPN.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 366: Mind Your Money ft. Yanely Espinal
05/07/2023 Duration: 39minTiffany is joined by Yanely Espinal. Yanely is the author of Mind Your Money, Creator at MissBeHelpful, & Director of Educational Outreach at Next Gen Personal Finance. The ladies discuss the process of getting bills passed through congress, book inspirations, and Yanely's story about getting caught stealing. Yanely ends this episode by talking about her first interactions with white people and how everything in her life has come full circle.mindyourmoneybook.comDrop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: If You Speak To Everyone, You Speak To No One
30/06/2023 Duration: 25minTiffany is joined by a Lachele for this week's Q&A. Lachele is a Dream Catcher and has some great questions for Tiffany. First, she wants to know the best strategy to start a podcast. Tiffany advises her to find a niche market and to stay consistent! Then Lachele needs advice on the best way to start an online course.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 365: Football, Films, and Finances ft. Matthew Cherry
28/06/2023 Duration: 43minIn this special episode sponsored by Dove's Haircare Crown Collection, the ladies are joined by Matthew Cherry. Matthew Cherry is an American film director, writer, producer, and former American football player. He is best known for the 2019 Academy Award-winning animated short film, Hair Love. The Kickstarter campaign for Hair Love raised nearly $300,000 and broke the record for the highest amount raised for any short film on the platform. They discuss his pivot from football to film making, going from being broke to successful, and his personal hair journey regarding his natural hair.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast.Additional Links:https://bit.ly/3YRcLzchttps://bit.ly/3YSYDFzhttps://bit.ly/3XPvslt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: I Wrote A Book. Now What?
23/06/2023 Duration: 44minFor this week's BA Q&A, Tiffany is joined by Berna Anat. Berna Anat is an award-winning producer, speaker, podcast host, rich auntie in training, and Financial Hype Woman—which is her made-up way of saying she creates financial education media all over the Internet. First, a woman wants to know how to make a life change but has a lot of ideas and Tiffany advises her to move out of want and not fear. Then Berna asks what to do after you've found major success in business and her and Tiffany have a great conversation about pivoting.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 364: Money Out Loud ft. Berna Anat
21/06/2023 Duration: 51minTiffany is joined by Berna Anat. Berna Anat is an award-winning producer, speaker, podcast host, rich auntie in training, and Financial Hype Woman—which is her made-up way of saying she creates financial education media all over the Internet. A proud Filipina-American daughter of immigrants, born and raised in the Bay Area, she taught herself how to pay off over $50,000 of debt and did what any Millennial would do: Yell about it on the internet. Berna’s work has been featured on platforms such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Buzzfeed. Berna was named The Plutus Awards’ Most Entertaining Financial Creator two years in a row, and was named one of ABS-CBN's Global Pinoy Idols.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: Make A Decision ft. Yanely Espinal
16/06/2023 Duration: 27minFor this week's BA Q&A, Tiffany is joined by financial educator Yanely Espinal. First, a listener has an Amex loan and wants to know if she should be paying off the loan or saving up her cash because of inflation. The ladies tell her to make a choice and stick beside it! The, Yanely asks Tiffany if her focus should be passion driven or money driven while running her business. The Budgetnista doesn't disappoint with her insightful expertise.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 363: For The Culture ft. Marcus Collins
14/06/2023 Duration: 38minIn this special episode, Tiffany is joined by Marcus Collins. Marcus has a book out called "For the Culture". His book is endorsed by the CEO of McDonald's, Reddit, Delta, Home Depot and many more major companies. He ran social media strategy for Beyonce for many many years and talks all about culture and why we do what we do. The duo discuss branding and which brands are getting it right.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: I Need A Full Time Job! ft. KeVonya
09/06/2023 Duration: 24minFor this week's BA Q&A, Mandi gives Kevonya a full Mandi Money coaching! Kevonya is looking for full time work as a project manager and Mandi gives her a full breakdown on the best LinkedIn practices to use. Mandi also gives her other resources outside of LinkedIn that she can use on her job search. This is a very informative episode for anyone looking for a job!Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 362: Fix My Flip ft. Real Estate Guru Page Turner
07/06/2023 Duration: 42minTiffany is joined by Page Turner. Page is a real estate broker, house flipping expert, and the star of HGTV's "Fix My Flip". The ladies discuss the biggest mistakes sellers and buyers make and Page gives great advice on how to make the best decisions when buying a house. Tiffany breaks down her process while buying her condo and Page assures that she did the right thing. Page also schools us on what "house hacking" is and how we can use that to our benefit.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: Should I Pay Off Credit Card Debt or Loans First?
02/06/2023 Duration: 25minThis week, Tiffany is riding solo for another episode of the BA Q&A!First, a listener asks which she should pay off first -- credit card debt? Or loans?Plus, should you create an email list for your business? Tiffany breaks down the importance of owning access to your audience.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 361: Dr. Joy Harden Bradford on the Healing Power of Sisterhood
31/05/2023 Duration: 01h03minHey BA fam! This week, Mandi and Tiffany are joined by psychologist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford to talk about her debut book, Sisterhood Heals. Dr. Joy discusses the transformative power of sisterhood, friendship, and community -- and why having sister-friends is crucial to our mental health. Pre-order your copy of Sisterhood Heals here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/702822/sisterhood-heals-by-joy-harden-bradford-phd/Listen to Dr. Joy's Therapy For Black Girls Podcast: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/podcast/Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: Pay Your Taxes
26/05/2023 Duration: 26minTiffany is riding solo for this week's BA Q&A! First, Tiffany tells a funny story about her taxes and encourages everyone to get a book keeper to keep you financially organized. Then, listener "Niya" needs advice on her retirement options and Tiffany gives her some tips and shared some things she should lookout for . Tiffany also breaks down the difference between a regular IRA and a Roth IRA.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 360: Launch Your Online Business ft. Nathalia Copeland
24/05/2023 Duration: 45minThis week, Mandi is joined by Nathalia Copeland. Nathalia teaches entrepreneurs how to create profitable digital products and how to sell without hustle using funnels + ads. Nathalia breaks down the best tools to use when launching an online business and gives great advice on how to stand out amongst competitors. Both ladies stress the importance of using your 9-5 skills in your own business and how important it is to build trust within your audience.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: I Need More Money!
19/05/2023 Duration: 21minFirst, a listener wants to transition from being a teacher into another career field and needs advice on how to layout her linkedin in page. Then, a listener wants to know how to negotiate when getting a promotion at her current job. Our favorite career coach doesn't disappoint with her awesome advice and Tiffany reminds everyone to demonstrate their value at their workplace.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 359: Honor Your Style ft. Kendra Porter
17/05/2023 Duration: 50minOn this episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi and Tiffany are joined by Kendra Porter. Kendra is a body expert and style architect who inspires women and girls. As founder of Honor You, a personal image consulting agency her method of body-centric styling teaches women to embrace their shape no matter their size and love the skin they’re in. The ladies have a great conversation about style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA Q&A: Pay Off My Debt Or Build My Savings?
12/05/2023 Duration: 20minTiffany is riding solo for this week's BA Q&A! First, a single mom wants some tips on how to find a financial advisor. Then, "Shanice" wants to know if it's more wise to pay off your debt or build your savings. The Budgetnista doesn't disappoint wit her timely advice. Lastly, "Shirlene" has a personal loan with a high interest rate and needs advice on how where to allocate her extra money.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 358: To Date A Bus Driver Or Not?
10/05/2023 Duration: 43minTiffany is riding solo this week while Mandi goes on maternity leave. First, Tiffany tackles the viral Eboni K Williams clip about dating bus drivers. Tiffany shares her opinion on this and gives us insight into her own personal love story. Tiffany chose love over money and it worked out amazing for her. Then, Tiffany gives us some great business advice and tips on how to position yourself as an expert.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BA QA: My Boss Is Being Shady
05/05/2023 Duration: 28minFirst, listener "fomo" was left out of a social event at work and needs advice on how to handle it! Mandi gives her terrific advice on how to deal with being excluded. Of course, The Budgetnista encourages her to stack her bread in case of a layoff or if she decides to quit. Then, a listener writes in and needs advice on how to handle someone stealing her creative work. Tiffany knows how to deal with this all too well.Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.