Beyond Budgets Podcast30 Loka 2025

Money, Mistakes, and Milestones: 50 Lessons from Deb Meyer

🎉 It's a celebration! In this milestone 50th episode of the Beyond Budgets® podcast, Deb Meyer takes a seat on the other side of the mic while her husband, Bryan Meyer, steps in as guest host. This heartfelt and insightful episode explores how Beyond Budgets® came to be, what Deb has learned along the way, and what's ahead for the podcast and the families it serves.

From her earliest days running WorthyNest® and writing Redefining Family Wealth to launching this podcast, Deb shares her motivation to help parents build wealth aligned with faith, family, and personal values.

💡 You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories about:

(2:24) Why the podcast was launched after Deb's mother passed away
(6:41) How Deb records episodes without a fancy studio
(7:41) How her own parenting and financial mindset evolved through 50 episodes
(11:46) The real impact of moving cross-country multiple times
(16:32) What Deb learned from expert guests on college planning and allowance strategies

Plus, Deb reveals what's next for Beyond Budgets®. Whether you've been here since episode one or just discovered the show, this is a warm, wisdom-filled episode packed with encouragement for every parent navigating money and meaning.

🔑 Key Topics Covered

The origins and evolution of the Beyond Budgets® podcast
Balancing podcasting with parenting and real-life moves
Why your financial mistakes don't define your future
How podcast guests have influenced Deb's family decisions
Plans for future episodes and how listeners can get involved

📘 Related Episodes to Check Out

Ep 5: Understanding College Financial Aid with Joe Messinger
Ep 13: Raising Financially Savvy Kids with Clifton Corbin
Ep 18: Turning Dreams Into Reality With Values-Based Financial Planning
Ep 33: College Funding Secrets Every Parent Needs to Know
Ep 44: Wellness as Wealth with Rita Johnson

Connect with Host Deb Meyer, CFP®

Founder of WorthyNest®, helping faith-driven parents build financial plans that reflect their values.

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