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What’s your biggest fear when it comes to money?
I recently came across an article titled The Most Common Money Fears, written by someone I know well—Melanie Lockert, a Brooklyn-based freelance personal finance writer and the author of Dear Debt. Melanie has been on the show before, and I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to invite her back to discuss her article and how our fears can hold us back from reaching our financial goals.
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Ep. 142: Dear Debt
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When the Federal Reserve cut interest rates again so it's time for another episode. The urge to just completely check out this week was very strong, but when I have the opportunity to look at a bunch of numbers and charts I just can't pass it up. Let's learn what is going on in the economy together this week!
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A listener let me know about a political ad that showed up in one of my episodes that I did not sign off on. So what better time than hours before the 2024 election to discuss how our money is always political.
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Could saving for your kid's college cost them a scholarship? This week we are answering this question that was sent in by a listener with the help of Certified Financial Planner Marguerita Cheng.
Connect with Marguerita Cheng
Book: More Than Money | Twitter
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Can my job help me repay my student loans AND save for retirement?
Popcorn Finance listener Alexis sent in a question wanting to know more about a section of the Secure Act 2.0 that allows employers to match student loan repayments just like they do with retirement contributions. I’m breaking down this section of the Secure Act 2.0, explaining how it works, and sharing how you can find out if your employer offers this benefit.
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215: 401(k) Q&A - What's a 401(k) Match?
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Inflation is looked pretty stable for September. This episode let's take a look at some of the prices that are looking better and which ones are getting worse.
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$27,000 worth of credit card debt consumed my every waking moment for years. Today I'm taking a trip down memory lane and sharing my journey of getting out of credit card debt thanks to a question from Eric.
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Interest rates are going down for the first time in over four years. This week I'm breaking down why the Federal Reserve decided now was the time lower interest rates and the latest inflation data showing that things might actually be headed in the right direction.
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Can I save for the future while still being able to enjoy my money now?
A while ago I got a question from Kurt, a listener who has done an amazing job saving and investing over the years, but now he's asking, "To what end?" Despite having a solid 401(k) balance, Kurt often feels broke and wonders how he can continue working toward his long-term goals while starting to enjoy some of his money now. To help tackle Kurt’s dilemma, I brought in Delyanne Barros, The Money Coach, to share her thoughts on the situation.
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How do I figure out how I should be spending my money if I don’t even know what I want my life to look like?
In episode 452, I spoke with certified financial planner Shannah Game about navigating comparison traps. One of her biggest tips was to find your "why" and get clear on it. But what if, like me, you have no idea where to start to figure out your "why" when planning for your future? Fortunately, Shannah shared her steps for discovering your "why" and gaining clarity on your bigger life goals.
Ep. 452: Help! I Can’t Stop Comparing Myself to People with More Money
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Everyone’s Talkin’ Money | Instagram | Twitter
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Why did Japan’s interest rate hike have such a big impact on the U.S. stock market?
Earlier this month I discussed the stock market chaos that led to a sharp drop in prices. I mentioned that Japan’s decision to raise interest rates played a part in this, but how? This episode I’m diving into Japan’s long history of deflation and its impact on the U.S. stock market.
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The latest inflation data is actually looking pretty good. Today we are going to dive into the July 2024 inflation numbers to see if inflation is actually going down. I'm also taking a closer look at a few items that have gotten cheaper over the past couple of years.
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In less than a week the stock market lost about 5% of its value in the US. In Japan it saw a drop of over 17%!
But what does this all mean and should we be concerned?
Today I will walk you through what went down and give you a little context to understand how much this will impact your retirement accounts.
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What should I prioritize, paying down my debt or building my emergency fund?
Years ago, I faced the same dilemma. So to help everyone in the same boat, I’m breaking down the pros and cons of paying down debt versus building an emergency fund so that you can decide what’s the best option for you and your financial goals. -This episode originally aired on 11/1/2021 as #269
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Were you a MoviePass subscriber?
Alexis Gentry always nails it with her movie picks. So when she told me to watch the new Max documentary "MoviePass, MovieCrash" all about the rise and fall of MoviePass, I had to see it. As a former subscriber, I'm glad I did. Tune in as Alexis and I share all our thoughts about this documentary on today's episode.
Listen to these other episodes featuring Alexis:
Ep. 413: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 1
Ep. 415: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 2
Ep. 457: Best Movies of 2024... So Far
Ep. 458: Why Are Movie Theaters Dying?
Ep. 460: Top 3 Childhood Movies
Ep. 461: Our First Movie Crushes & More
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What movie can you watch over and over again?
Alexis Gentry is back to answer even more of my movie questions! We're sharing some rapid-fire answers to fun questions like first movie crush, most-watched movie of all time, best movie theater experience, and more.
Listen to these other episodes featuring Alexis:
Ep. 413: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 1
Ep. 415: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 2
Ep. 457: Best Movies of 2024... So Far
Ep. 458: Why Are Movie Theaters Dying?
Ep. 460: Top 3 Childhood Movies
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What's your favorite movie from your childhood?
Join me and Alexis Gentry, movie critic and editor at Trashwire, as we share our top 3 favorite movies from when we were kids. These are the movies whose lines are still stuck in our heads and have been played so many times that the VHS barely stayed together.
Listen to these other episodes featuring Alexis:
Ep. 413: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 1
Ep. 415: Best and Worst Movies of 2023 - Part 2
Ep. 457: Best Movies of 2024... So Far
Ep. 458: Why Are Movie Theaters Dying?
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Is hustle culture actually setting us back?
In our monthly finance segment on NECN, Natalie and I got into the problems that come with the constant grind of hustle culture. We also unpack why it is so important to create your own definition of success that doesn’t revolve around what you earn
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Are streaming services killing movie theaters?
Today let’s discuss this theory along with a few others I found in an article from Screen Rant. To help me break things down I’m joined by fellow movie lover and actual movie critic Alexis Gentry.
Screen Rant Article: 6 Reasons So Many Movies Are Struggling At The Box Office In 2024
Listen to our 2024 mid-year movie breakdown: Ep. 457
Best and Worst Movies of 2023: Part 1, Part 2
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What’s been your favorite movie of the year so far?
Back in January, I kicked off the year with Alexis Gentry, movie critic and editor at Trashwire, to break down our favorite movies of 2023. Now that we're halfway through 2024, it felt like a good time to check in and discuss our favorite films of 2024 so far.
Listen to our Best and Worst movies of 2023: Part 1, Part 2
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