24: Beyond the Game with Andre Brown: A Tale of Sports, Money and Life After Football
Tune in as Jessica and Brandon sit down with former NFL athlete and Super Bowl winner, André Brown. Andre’s story is much more than touchdowns and trophies. From childhood dreams, to NFL reality, Andre details how he navigated the influx of money joining the NFL, bad investment, the missteps of a trusted financial advisor and the good advice he got along the the way. Balancing dreams with financial realities, Andre’s story is a must-listen for anyone interested in the inters...
15 Juli 20231h 7min
BONUS: One Year Anniversary Special: Celebrating a Year of Financial Literacy Insights by Answering Listener Questions
Celebrate with with Jessica and Brandon as they mark a milestone - their FIRST YEAR of podcasting is in the books! With a year of financial insights and gripping discussions under their belt, they’re eager to share a recap of their journey and the road ahead. Tune in as they answer listener questions ranging from rental property considerations to starting later in life for retirement planning, to paying for college. They also dive into some of their favorite financial resources and what...
13 Juli 202349min
23: Unlocking Financial Freedom: Jasmine Paul's Journey from $40K Debt to Managing $3.2 Billion in Assets
Meet Jasmine Paul, the woman who not only tackled her own $40K in student loan debt, but also became a financial mastermind managing over $3.2 billion in assets. Her personal journey from first-generation American to award-winning children’s book author and certified financial educator is nothing short of inspiring. As you listen, you'll uncover how she transformed her life through determination and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. From her early business adventures with an Easy Bake O...
3 Juli 20231h 11min
22: Exploring Social Media Trends & Communication of Couples
Destiny’s Child said it best: “Always 50/50 in relationships” or nah? Tune in as Jessica and Brandon discuss the recent trend on TikTok where couples are splitting bills 50/50, even when their salaries are not equal. They also dive into the recent news about Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade, who still split their bills equally, and the new trend of being a "kept girlfriend.” Hear their thoughts on the importance of independence, self-worth, and having options in a relationship, while discussin...
15 Juni 202348min
21: From Tragedy to Triumph: The Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Loss and Sharing a Message of Love, with Chris Singleton
This episode is in loving memory of Reverend Sharonda Coleman-Singleton. Content Warning: This episode makes reference to the Charleston, SC shooting in 2015. In this very special episode, Jessica and Brandon sit down with Chris Singleton, whose mother was murdered in a racially motivated mass shooting in Charleston, SC on June 17, 2015. They discuss tragedy, loss, grief, recovery and triumph. Learn how Chris turned his pain into fuel, to become an inspirational speaker and best-sel...
1 Juni 20231h 7min
20: Lessons From A Career Coach and Negotiation Expert, Mandi Woodruff Santos aka Mandi Money
Tune in as Jessica and Brandon interview Mandi Woodruff-Santos aka Mandi Money, who is a globally recognized career expert, founder of the MandiMoney Makers™️, and co-host of the 3-time WEBBY award winning podcast, Brown Ambition. Through her online career coaching community, she is on a mission to help women of color achieve their wildest financial and career ambitions. If you’re ready to learn more about negotiating your next salary, want to stop settling for less and level up your ca...
15 Maj 202355min
19: Influencing As A Side Hustle With Curly Influencer @Curlicue_lu
Have you ever wondered what influencers actually make and how they built their online presence into a lucrative business? In this episode, Jessica and Brandon unpack the ins and outs of becoming and being an influencer with Lulu, who has built an online community of more than 200K people across her social media channels focused on celebrating curly hair. Although she works full time in marketing, this passion project became a well paying side hustle over the last five years. Tune in and she s...
1 Maj 20231h 2min
18: Starting Over With A New Career with Jessica Mitsch Homes
“Your network is how you get work.” If you have felt stuck in your career and are ready to make a change into a brand new field, then this episode is for you. Jessica and Brandon sit down with Jessica Mitsch Homes, Co-Founder and CEO of Momentum, the coding school where meaningful technology careers happen. They discuss everything from pivoting and starting over, what traits make students and candidates stand out from the masses, to networking and landing your dream job. If you need some insp...
15 Apr 202345min
