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  • Most of our listeners know how much Bridget and Alyssa love to read. But we've never done a regular season episode about that. So, we get into this and more in this season six finale episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we discuss our money trauma and gain a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Our guest, Desirae OdjickWhat we're currently readingBook genres and why romance books are so goodRe-reading books or stopping books that aren't scratching that itchOur favourite books we've read this yearSome of the best money books you should readPhysical, audio or digital books preferenceHow much we spend on books in a year

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • It's trending to share your hauls, it's trending to share your capsule wardrobe, it's trending to buy a new water bottle, it's trending to show off your old water bottle. Consumption and consumerism are always trending, but why? We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Underconsumption as a trendWhy we spend in the first placeOverconsumption as a trendStress-induced purchasesOur lack of connectionRomanticizing a trend and creating an idealized version of ourselvesChange your algorithm, change your life!!

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

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  • With high interest rates and the rising cost of living, renewing a mortgage can feel — less than ideal! We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Alyssa's mortgage renewal storyBridget and Alyssa's renewal experience and costThe reality of interest ratesHow our new average is normalA step-by-step guide to renewing your mortgageThe value of hiring a mortgage broker

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Let's catch up about our businesses, life changes, and taking risks in your life. We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Bridget & Alyssa give a little life updateThinking about your life 5 years into the futureWhat is the worst that could happen?Being lost in your business and finding new joyBeing inspired by people you're close to

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Ever wondered why the rich don't just solve world hunger or make the change all of us are so desperate to see? We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    The Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand GiridharadasHow the rich and powerful fight for equality and justice in ways that don’t threaten their positionAnalysis of how elites rebrand themselves as benevolent saviours while maintaining the status quoExamination of how elites lavishly reward "thought leaders" who redefine "change" in ways that are friendly to winners.Thoughts about the wealthy populations' philanthropic effortsSteps that everyday citizens can take to incite meaningful changeRemoving the individualistic narratives that pit us against each other

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Are you tired of your parents telling you to just 'buy a house' or just 'be loyal to your job?' We get it. And we get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    Pull up your bootstraps The oversimplification of finances, forgetting:Income inequality Cost of living variationsStarting points and privilegesStaying loyal to jobsUsing financial advisors to invest you in mutual fundsTheir obsessions with cottagesBuying a home and interest rate blindnessWhat to invest in (gold)

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • We called in Barry Choi to help explain what Canadians need to know to get the best return on the credit cards they use in this week's episode of Money Feels.

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What credit cards are best for travel points?How many credit cards is too many?Should you close a credit card?Does your credit score matter?The best ways Canadian can redeem pointsHow to get the best point return

    Follow @barry_choi for more tips!

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Do the wealthy really try to be discrete with their displays of luxury, or is that just something we've made up? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we look into this and more!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What is stealth wealth, conspicuous consumption and old money?Talking about the 'moral middle'How do people display their wealth?What do rich people spend their money on?Status culture: Sophia Richie vs. Hayley BayleyThe stratification of the 1%

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • How do we prevent falling for scams when AI is getting to be so complex? What even is AI, and what the heck is the dead internet theory? We dive into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    The realization that AI is a part of most businessesThe reason people feel the need to use AIStaying relevant and co-intelligence AI is *very* bad for the environmentRegulating AI — is it even possible?Types of AI-powered scamsWhat is the dead internet theory?

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Have you ever wondered why cities are designed the way they are? Or what is the impact of buying a home in a suburban neighbourhood? We dive into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What is urban sprawl? How does urban sprawl impact our economy and our personal finances?The socioeconomic impact of community fragmentationTransportation is at the core of everythingGentrification and economic disparities How to invest in communities and neighbourhoods that already existIs this all the result of the capitalist economy? As always?

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • A lot of people want to know how to invest in their kids. So, we're diving into the account you need to use, and what to be aware of before you open an RESP in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What is the Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)?What is the purpose of the account, the guidelines and need-to-knows?What grants are available and how do you optimize them?What happens if your child doesn't pursue post-secondary?What type of RESP should you open?The dangers of the group RESPRed flags to watch for when opening an RESPHow much do you need for your childs' future education?

    Resources:

    Toronto Star piece on the Group RESPPredatory Group RESPs

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Is drinking what's holding you back financially and otherwise? In a society where alcohol is normalized and heavily marketed, we talk about sobriety. In this week's episode of Money Feels, we'll discuss this and more!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    Our relationship with alcoholHow to manage relationships, questions and pushback when you stop drinkingThe financial cost of drinking and how sobriety changes thisHow drinking impacts you personally and professionally Tracking your habits to understand your mood better

    Resources:

    Alyssa's Habit TrackerOur guest: Mallory Rowan on Instagram

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • How do you recover (or prepare) for the most catastrophic financial event in your life? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we'll discuss this and more!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    Bridget and Annie's divorce storyDo you need a prenup?How does divorce work? What does a divorce cost?Discussing child support and the legal systemSpousal supportProtecting yourself in your relationship

    Resources:

    Our guest: Annie from Unbroke on Instagram and TikTok

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Why are women attempting to go back in time and become 50s housewives? The tradwife corner of the internet is alarming. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What is a tradwife?The differences between SAHM's and homemakers versus tradwivesHow does this social media trend impact women?The covert political implications of this nicheThe financial dangers of this lifestyleFinancial abuse and vulnerability

    Resources:

    The insidious rise of "tradwives"

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Having a kid is a massive decision. But does it need to be? We bring on Chelsea Fagan of The Financial Diet to break down the realities of being child-free by choice. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    Chelsea's story and how she chose to be childfreeThe reality of being a primary caregiverParenting as a single personThe idea of 'fulfilment' and having kidsWhat dominates your identity?The downsides of being childfree: friendships and the rich aunty tropeYou can still be involved with children without having themInfertility and the for-profit industry rallying for biological kidsThe idea of 'selfishness' in not having children

    Resources:

    Chelsea's InstagramChelsea's Book

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Do you have people to talk with about your money? Do you know what FIRE communities exist? Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What even is a subreddit?Fat FIRE, Chubby FIRE, HENRYWhat are some common strategies people on these forums use?What are the positives and negatives of these worlds?Are the people in these subreddits legit?What is the value of having communities like these?Alyssa's community

    Resources:

    Fat FIREChubby FIREHENRYThe Neighbourhood Waitlist

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Is motherhood the biggest financial risk you'll ever take? There are many invisible costs that come with being a mom, but the motherhood penalty is one you shouldn't ignore. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following?

    What is the motherhood tax/motherhood penalty?How does it impact women?Your career progression, salary and long-term wealthHiring biases in mothers versus fathers or child-free folksWhat is the comparison to fathers?What policies, like equal paid parental leave, have shown to be effective in reducing the impact of the motherhood tax? How can governments and organizations implement these policies?Our society needs mothers

    Resources:

    The Feminine MystiquePaying the Motherhood TaxThe Gender Pay Gap is not on MomsUBC 'Daddy Bonus'Women and Poverty in CanadaThe Baby Decision: How to Make The Most Important Choice of Your Life

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Thinking about death isn't exactly a cheery topic. For most, it feels best to avoid and worry about it later. But, what happens if later never comes? Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Why should we talk about death?Dealing with the discomfortDeath dinnersEstate planning - what do you need?Digital assetsWho is involved in your death?Taxes you pay when you dieFuneral/burial costsDiscussing MAID

    Resources:

    We’re Making a Terrible Mistake on MAID and Mental IllnessMedical assistance in dying: OverviewLife insurance and estate planning resources

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • What would life look like if you wanted to change careers and return to school? Alyssa talks about the cost, her experience in this pursuit, and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    The financial commitment and time managementBalancing financial goals with career aspirationsPersonal and family considerations'Starting over' and personal growthOvercoming the fear of failure and outside opinionsThe concept of being 'too late'Investing in yourself

    Resources:
    Alyssa's Income Poll Results
    Lifelong Learning Plan

    Thanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!

  • Bridget adopted a new dog! Between this and her two cats, we wanted to chat about how much pet ownership actually costs. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!

    We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.

    In today's episode, we discuss the following:

    Categorizing expensesThe value of pets in our life How much do pets cost?How much do you need to get a new dog?Pet insurance — is it worth it?Do you need an emergency fund for your pet?The cost of pet care and pet classesIs having a pet a luxury?Should you plan for how much you can afford?

    Resources:

    Zak George - Dog TrainerDog Enrichment TikTok

    Thanks for listening to today's episode! If you want to keep listening, we've now launched our Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes and extra content from your hosts. Thank you for listening to today's episode! Join us next week for a new one. Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!