Best Genet "G.G." Gimja Podcasts (2025)

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Genet “GG” Gimja on Progressive Pockets: Align Your Spending, Giving & Investing with Your Values 53:43

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Genet “GG” Gimja on Progressive Pockets: Align Your Spending, Giving & Investing with Your Values In this episode, our guest Genet “GG” Gimja and I explore the gap between what we believe and what our money is quietly doing in the world. We dig into practical shifts and big questions alike: how banks leverage our deposits , the tools that make valu…

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Inside EQAT with Lina Blount: People-Powered Tactics, Quaker Witness, and Climate Finance 45:13

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Inside EQAT with Lina Blount: People-Powered Tactics, Quaker Witness, and Climate Finance My guest Lina Blount has us explore how people-powered movements change what’s politically possible—especially when traditional advocacy hits a wall. I introduce the show’s focus on the emotional, ethical, and practical sides of money, and Lina shares how a 20…

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195. Feeling weird about your inheritance? You're not the only one. 17:05

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Send us a text Did you know there are membership organizations for people of means who want to use their money in greater alignment with their values? Whether you are looking for a group to join or looking for free resources online to DIY your own journey towards greater alignment between your money and your values, tune in this week to learn more …

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Supporting Activists with Secret Trust Funds with Morgan Curtis 49:53

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Supporting Activists with Secret Trust Funds with Morgan Curtis Listen in to hear Morgan Curtis’ story from climate activism, to fossil fuel divestment, to working with her people - inheritors with class privilege. We explore motivation: how guilt can open the door but love sustains transformation. We get practical about the gift economy at Canticl…

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River Nice on Queer Finance, Mutual Aid, and Collective Transformation 46:28

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River Nice on Queer Finance, Mutual Aid, and Collective Transformation In this episode, our guest River Nice and I explore what it means to take control of money while resisting the individualism that capitalism promotes. River shares how their journey began in the tech world, shifted after the 2016 U.S. election, and led to their decision to dedic…

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The Wealth Gap Closers™ Method with Shehara Wooten 55:40

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The Wealth Gap Closers™ Method with Shehara Wooten In this episode, our guest Shehara Wooten and I explore what it takes to build wealth with confidence and purpose, especially for Black women in STEM navigating promotions, pay raises, and the pressures that come with them. Shehara’s story of moving from engineering into finance reveals not just a …

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194. Making Your Investments a Force for Good 13:27

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Send us a text This week, let’s chat about how to make your money work for both you and the world. From environmental sustainability to gender equality, learn how to screen out harmful companies and support those actively solving societal issues. Let’s also talk about how to leverage your shareholder voice to drive positive change. Tune in for acti…

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Trusting Your Intuition While Raising Littles with Lauren LaSalle 50:06

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Trusting Your Intuition While Raising Littles with Laren LaSalle In this episode, our guest Lauren LaSalle and I dive into the tender, challenging, and transformative path of early motherhood. Lauren shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed and second-guessing herself to finding confidence, peace, and joy as a mom. As a mentor for sensitive moth…

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193. How I Screen Charities Before I Donate 12:39

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Send us a text Wondering how to figure out which charities are actually making a real impact and which are just paying lip service? This episode breaks down a simple, practical way to vet charities so your donations truly matter. You’ll learn how to spot organizations with clear, focused goals, why it’s important to dig into their leadership and or…

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Seeing Money Through the Heart 32:12

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Seeing Money Through the Heart In this episode, I explore three essential tools that can transform the way we experience money. Inspired by Le Petit Prince and the reminder that “we only see well with the heart,” I share how a heart-centered perspective can guide us through common struggles such as decision fatigue, overwhelm in money conversations…

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192. Are private prisons hiding in your 401K? 9:00

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Send us a text Did you know that private prisons could be hiding in our retirement investments? In this eye-opening episode, let's explore how major corporations and Wall Street firms are making billions by operating prisons and exploiting incarcerated workers. You’ll learn how to use the free Prison Free Funds tool to easily check if your 401(k), …

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Money, Boundaries, and Care: A Conversation with Stacy Kellogg 52:32

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Money, Boundaries, and Care: A Conversation with Stacy Kellogg In this episode, our guest Stacy Kellogg and I explore what it means to truly honor our capacity while still caring deeply for others. Stacy is a leadership coach and facilitator who helps high-achieving changemakers discover what they truly need and want—so they can contribute to the w…

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From Journalist to Financial Coach with founder of Queer & Trans Wealth Leo Aquino 49:27

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From Journalist to Financial Coach with founder of Queer & Trans Wealth Leo Aquino In this episode, our guest Leo Aquino and I dive into a heartfelt conversation on how money intersects with identity, survival, and joy. Leo is a financial coach, anti-capitalist writer, and the founder of Queer & Trans Wealth. Their work centers people who have ofte…

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One Degree Turns: Small Money Shifts with Big Impact 35:32

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One Degree Turns: Small Money Shifts with Big Impact In this solo episode, I explore how each of us can make our money do good—starting right where we are. Using the five ways we interact with money—how we earn, spend, save, give, and invest. I share practical micro actions that align our finances with values of justice, care, and interconnection. …

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191. Where Mariah Carey donates her money 6:16

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Send us a text This week let’s chat about Mariah Carey’s giving. This episode goes beyond this powerhouse’s incredible music to explore her decades of heartfelt philanthropy. From co-founding Camp Mariah with the Fresh Air Fund to granting wishes for critically ill children and raising millions through benefit performances, today’s episode highligh…

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Why Hoarding Doesn’t Make You Safe—And What Does with Jordyn Middlebrooks 57:43

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Why Hoarding Doesn’t Make You Safe—And What Does with Jordyn Middlebrooks Jordyn Middlebrooks and I dive deep into what it means to reimagine wealth, safety, and belonging. Jordyn is a financial coach, organizer, and the host of the podcast Reimagine Wealth. With roots in the Sunrise Movement and a background in both community organizing and financ…

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190. Where the artist formerly known as Prince donated his money 10:27

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Send us a text It seems like we’ll never know enough about the late musician Prince. If you’ve ever been curious about what he did with his money, tune in to this week’s episode. Prince quietly gave millions through his Love 4 One Another foundation, supporting education, youth programs, disaster relief, the arts, and social justice, often keeping …

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Budgeting as Activism and Owning Your Time as True Wealth with Miriam Zoila Pérez 59:15

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Budgeting as Activism and Owning Your Time as True Wealth with Miriam Zoila Pérez In this episode, our guest Miriam Zoila Pérez and I dive deep into the emotional, cultural, and political layers of money, especially through our experiences of Latine children of immigrants. Miriam is a queer Cuban-American writer, activist, and budget coach whose ca…

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189. How Bill Clinton gives his money away 12:39

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Send us a text Tune in this week to find out where former President Bill Clinton donates his money. We’ll look at how his giving through the Clinton Foundation and other efforts has supported causes like global health, disaster relief, education, and women’s empowerment. Links from today’s episode: Clinton, Impresario of Philanthropy, Gets a Progre…

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188. Where Serena Williams donates her money 11:53

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Send us a text It’s time for the celebrity giving series! Whether you love celebrity gossip or you want to be inspired to shake up your own giving, it can be so much fun to learn where celebrities donate their money. This week let’s chat about Serena Williams! Her giving has evolved over time and gives a sneak peek into the causes she cares most ab…

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Navigating Money, Legacy, and Family Dynamics with Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre 48:46

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Navigating Money, Legacy, and Family Dynamics with Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre In this episode, our guest Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre and I explore the emotional and relational dimensions of wealth. Dr. Shay is a family legacy strategist and financial therapist with a background in marriage and family therapy. She shares her journey from training clinicians …

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187. How to vacation a little more sustainably 12:20

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Send us a text In this episode of Progressive Pockets, let's explore the topic of conscious travel, focusing on how to respect local cultures while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Discover practical tips for engaging with communities, understanding local customs, and avoiding cultural faux pas. We'll also discuss sustainable travel pract…

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Economics That Heal: Exploring Regenerative Livelihoods with Della Duncan 57:52

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Economics That Heal: Exploring Regenerative Livelihoods with Della Duncan Della is a Renegade Economist who challenges mainstream economic assumptions through her coaching, teaching, and documentary podcasting. Our conversation spans from the personal, like her advocacy for alternative metrics of success, to the deeply political and degrowth econom…

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Wisdom & Money: Money as a Doorway to Spiritual Transformation 29:06

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Wisdom & Money: Money as a Doorway to Spiritual Transformation In this episode, I open up about the foundational spiritual and money work I’ve done with Wisdom & Money. You'll also hear about the spiritual practices that helped me embrace both the structured and the intuitive sides of my financial work. From silent retreats to shadow play, and from…

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186. You can be a Financial Ally at your job 13:54

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Send us a text Usually on this show we talk about the power of our wallets to build the world we want. This week, let’s talk about how we can extend our power just a little bit further, to our places of work. There are lots of ways to serve as a financial ally to the planet and to our community. This week, we’ll talk about five ways that are probab…

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Brat Energy & Budgeting: Taking Control of Your Finances with Nicole Stanley 55:28

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Brat Energy & Budgeting: Taking Control of Your Finances with Nicole Stanley In this episode, our guest Nicole Stanley and I dive into the emotional, strategic, and systemic layers of personal finance. Nicole is the founder of Arise Financial Coaching and the creator of the Money Momentum Method—a system born from her own transformation from debt a…

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185. Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: A Book Review 11:11

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Send us a text Today's episode is a short book summary, on a book called Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: And Other Arguments for Economic Independence by Kristen Ghodsee. This book was written for young Americans who were pissed off and energized by the election of Trump. The author, Dr. Kristen Ghodsee is a professor of Russian and East…

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Money, Grief & Healing: A Former Advisor’s New Mission with DonJay Rice 52:38

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Money, Grief & Healing: A Former Advisor’s New Mission In this episode, our guest DonJay Rice and I take a deep dive into the complex relationship between money, grief, and healing. Early in DonJay’s career as a wealth manager a series of personal and professional turning points led him to add behavioral coaching skills to his work, way before it w…

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184. Should you donate at the cash register? 9:32

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Send us a text Have you ever felt a twinge of guilt or pride or suspicion when asked to donate a dollar at the checkout counter? You’re not alone. In this candid conversation, we’ll dive into the real emotions, questions, and choices shoppers face when confronted with checkout charity requests. We’ll unpack the convenience and collective impact of …

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Why Rest Is Radical: Reclaiming My Time as an Entrepreneur 34:41

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Why Rest Is Radical: Reclaiming My Time as an Entrepreneur In this episode, I take the mic solo to talk about something I've struggled with for years: rest. As a woman of color, entrepreneur, and daughter of workaholics, rest has never come easy. I share personal stories—from my time hustling in Los Angeles to a life-changing sabbatical in Costa Ri…

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183. What happened when a group of friends in Brooklyn decided to donate together 10:14

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Send us a text This week let’s chat about Radfund, a group of friends in Brooklyn that decided to pool their money to donate together in 2015. Ten years later, the group is still going strong and they’ve learned a lot about the pros and cons of donating together. This week’s episode is about their lessons learned and what it has been like. Links fr…

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Work at the Intersection of Money and Purpose with Val Nelson 57:10

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Work at the Intersection of Money and Purpose with Val Nelson In this episode, our guest Val Nelson and I open up about the beautiful, complex journey of building a career that actually fits. Val shares how her path—from burnout and confusion to alignment and clarity—was anything but linear. We talk about what it really means to be someone who crav…

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182. Why the Rich Don't Give 20:14

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Send us a text There’s rich and then there’s ultra wealthy. Did you know that thousands of Americans have over $500 million in assets? Many of these Americans say they want to donate more of their money than they actually do, but they keep getting stuck. Today’s episode outlines the reasons why. Links from today’s episode: Four Pathways to Greater …

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Money, Boundaries & Inner Healing: A Conversation with Mónica Duarte 52:20

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Money, Boundaries & Inner Healing: A Conversation with Mónica Duarte In this episode, our guest Mónica Duarte and I explore the courageous path of a first-generation Latina who has transformed personal trauma into a powerful practice of healing and coaching. Mónica Duarte is a Mental Wellbeing and Certified Parts Work coach, as well as a Credential…

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181. Five ways to decide how much to donate if you're not very religious 10:36

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Send us a text It’s tough to know how much to donate! In the past, religion made that decision easy, with lots of guidelines about various types of giving. But in our modern lives, many of us are not particularly religious. So this week’s episode has five different ways you might make that decision for yourself. ICYMI another episode you might enjo…

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How to Use Wealth for Social Change Without Burning Out — A Conversation with Sarah DeLuca 52:53

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How to Use Wealth for Social Change Without Burning Out — A Conversation with Sarah DeLuca In this episode, our guest Sarah DeLuca and I dive deep into the emotionally charged and politically potent topic of money as a tool for social change. Sarah is a Money and Philanthropy Coach who supports individuals and families in aligning their resources w…

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180. A New Way to Buy Diamonds that Lines Up with Your Values 10:52

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Send us a text This week let’s talk diamonds! Did you see the movie Blood Diamonds in 2006? The movie ended in a dramatic scene where world leaders gathered together to try to do better. Did it work? What’s the latest with buying diamonds these days? Are there options that are better for the planet and our people? Tune in this week to talk through …

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Leading with Self-Trust: Kate Carter on How Sensitive Leaders Can Transform Their Inner Narrative 57:06

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Leading with Self-Trust: Kate Carter on How Sensitive Leaders Can Transform Their Inner Narrative In this episode, our guest Kate Carter and I explore the winding road that sensitive and introverted leaders often face when navigating personal development, leadership, and money. Kate is a mindset and success coach whose journey from childhood anxiet…

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179. How to get your employer to offer matching donations 11:22

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Send us a text This week let’s chat about how you might convince your job to start an employee donation matching program so that your charitable giving can go twice as far. You’ll learn a simple three step plan to find a couple of allies, figure out who the decider is, and how to pitch your idea. Your colleagues will be thrilled that their donation…

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Impact Investing: Creating the Future We Want to See 26:56

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Impact Investing: Creating the Future We Want to See In this episode, I share my journey of becoming an investment manager at Natural Investments, a firm focused on socially responsible and impact investing. I discuss how I overcame my initial hesitation about joining the investment world and found alignment between my values and my work managing i…

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178. Are you middle class? What do the numbers actually say? Why does this matter? 16:13

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Send us a text Ever notice how almost everyone in America calls themselves “middle class”? But what does that really mean? Do you see yourself that way? Let’s talk about the technical definition and the messier, lived experience of being middle class today—and why getting clear on this matters if we want to build communities that truly understand a…

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Investing with Integrity: Janine Firpo on Values-Aligned Wealth 1:04:59

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Investing with Integrity: Janine Firpo on Values-Aligned Wealth In this episode, our guest Janine Firpo and I explore how women can own their power with their investments and have them better reflect their values, especially around climate collapse. We dive into Janine’s transitions from a career in tech to global development, to impact investing, …

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177. Breaking up with Amazon...gently 15:11

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Send us a text This week let’s chat about all of the reasons why some shoppers have decided to take a break from Amazon. Whether the environmental impact makes you uneasy, the treatment of their workers, or just the ease of impulse shopping- whatever rubs you the wrong way, you might be looking for ways to reduce your reliance on Amazon. Today let’…

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Why Sensitivity Is a Superpower: Dr. Julie Bjelland on Rest, Resilience, and Rewiring the Brain 1:03:25

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Why Sensitivity Is a Superpower: Dr. Julie Bjelland on Rest, Resilience, and Rewiring the Brain In this episode, our guest Julie Bjelland and I explore the deep connections between sensitivity, neurodivergence, and how we navigate the complexities of life—especially around money, rest, burnout, and compassion. Julie is a neurodivergent psychotherap…

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176. Three ways to help when there's a social cause you care a lot about 12:12

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Send us a text Think about a community issue that’s important to you. It could be a public health issue, it could be a matter of safety in your community, it could even be the overall happiness of your community. When it comes to donating towards those causes, there are three different ways you can tackle the same problem: research, services, or ad…

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Shameless Financial Liberation: Pamela Capalad’s Journey Beyond the Hustle 1:03:44

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Shameless Financial Liberation: Pamela Capalad’s Journey Beyond the Hustle In this episode, our guest Pamela Capalad and I explore the emotional landscape of money—what it means to untangle shame, embrace spaciousness, and move toward true financial liberation. Pamela is a Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Financial Counselor™ who has bee…

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175. How I finally switched to a more socially responsible index fund (ICYMI) 19:03

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Send us a text This week, I will share the simple process I used to move my investments to a more socially responsible index fund including the steps I followed and the mistakes that I made! Links from today’s episode: How to choose the best index fund | Forbes https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/how-to-choose-the-best-index-fund/ ICYMI anothe…

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Leadership, Latinidad, and Internal Power: A Conversation with Dr. Ana María 58:39

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Leadership, Latinidad, and Internal Power: A Conversation with Dr. Ana María In this episode, our guest Dr. Ana María López Caldwell and I dive deep into the unique challenges and strengths of being a Latino professional navigating leadership, identity, and purpose. Dr. Ana María brings her powerful blend of personal story, cultural insight, and co…

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174. Making our investments just a little more Earth friendly 14:43

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Send us a text Today’s episode is the last installment of the first ever climate month here at Progressive Pockets. Did you enjoy the series? So far we have discussed how to deal with climate anxiety, how to create an outdoor space that’s sustainable but cute, how to move your cash to a more climate friendly bank. Today let’s chat about how to make…

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173. Moving your cash to a climate friendly bank 10:33

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Send us a text Do you ever wonder what your bank is doing with your cash? They keep some of it in reserves, of course, in case you need to withdraw it. But they also make a lot of decisions- about who to lend it to, which companies and politicians to back, and where they will invest your cash to make their own profits. That’s a lot of decisions! An…