Best Grown Folks Business Podcasts (2025)

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Favorite Grown-Up Moments from Season 3 40:54

4d ago40:54

40:54

Taxes, Voting, Recycling—oh my! After navigating this jungle of grown-up responsibilities together, we're taking a quick summer breather to recharge our adulting batteries. But before we temporarily hang up our responsible pants, join us for this special episode packed with our favorite kernels of wisdom from the season so far AND get an exclusive …

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Recycling for Grown-Ups 43:22

18d ago43:22

43:22

In honor of Earth Month, this episode of Grown-Up Stuff celebrates all things recycling with guest Kara Napolitano, the Education and Outreach Manager at Circular Services. Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo learn about all the ways (and items) we can reduce, reuse, and recycle in our everyday lives, and the impact it has on our local and global co…

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Choosing You 3:45

22d ago3:45

3:45

I talk about choosing yourself. For business inquires, email [email protected] Reach out if you're suffering. The link to Shane's music is https://youtube.com/@snoaka2rill?si=kEruseqWECFHOy1F Send us a textBy Jada

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Grown Folks Talk: Emotional Maturity 3:40

28d ago3:40

3:40

I talk about how to get emotionally mature. For business, inquires email [email protected] Send us a textBy Jada

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The Mirror Never Lies (Self-Honesty) 4:04

1M ago4:04

4:04

In this episode, I talk about self-honesty and why I think it's important to be honest with yourself. Send us a textBy Jada

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Car Maintenance with Shell Pennzoil for Grown-Ups 29:04

1M ago29:04

29:04

You know you need to get your oil changed… but what even happens during that process? Sean Nguyen, a Pennzoil Lubricant Technical Specialist at Shell Lubricant, stopped by Grown-Up Stuff to tell hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo all about why your car needs an oil change, and how to ensure you’re taking the best care of your vehicle to get the max…

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The Truth About Healing 5:52

1M ago5:52

5:52

Healing is not linear. How to find your personal resilience in recovery. Send us a textBy Jada

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The First 90 Days: What No One Tells You 6:00

1M ago6:00

6:00

Today, we will talk about the first 90 days of recovery. As usual for business inquires email me at [email protected]. Send us a textBy Jada

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Voting for Grown-Ups 45:38

2M ago45:38

45:38

Voting is an incredibly important part of being an American — not just every four years, and not just for the sticker! In this episode of Grown-Up Stuff, hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with Joshua A. Douglas, a professor of law at the University of Kentucky, as well as an author and podcaster, who explains the way voting works in the US, …

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Morning Routine for Grown-Ups 43:20

2M ago43:20

43:20

Can you turn yourself into a morning person? With the help of author and podcaster Laura Vanderkam, you sure can! Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with the author of “What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast: A Short Guide to Making Over Your Mornings--and Life” and host of the “Before Breakfast” podcast to find out why your morn…

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Taxes for Grown-Up Small Business Owners 29:58

2M ago29:58

29:58

Did you know there are over 33 million small business owners in the US? If you’re one of them, or considering becoming one, we’re breaking down the basics of filing small business taxes with TurboTax spokesperson and CPA, Lisa Greene-Lewis. You can almost hear it clicking for hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo as Lisa walks us through all we need t…

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Taxes for Grown-Ups 44:14

2M ago44:14

44:14

Happy Tax Season! We’re celebrating Season 3 of Grown-Up Stuff by filling you in on how to file your taxes. Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with Rus Garofalo of Brass Taxes about how you can save time, money, and your sanity as you tackle your taxes this year. From basic tax terms to loopholes and laws, Rus explains it all to have you feel…

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“Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is Back for Season Three! 1:32

3M ago1:32

1:32

It’s hard to be a human, especially a grown-up one. But we’re here to make it a little bit easier, and also fun! Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo bring you “Grown-Up Stuff” Season 3, where we’ll tackle taxes, make over your morning routine, and get your engines revving for the ultimate way to take care of your car. Your favorite podcast about the…

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Surviving Emotional Abuse 6:10

7M ago6:10

6:10

A brief description on what emotional abuse is and how to solve it. If you have any questions send an email. My email is [email protected]. Send us a textBy Jada

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Vulnerability 10:58

7M ago10:58

10:58

I talked about a very special friend that I've had this year, and how he helped me become the person I am today. Why is vulnerability important in recovery? If you ever need someone to talk to shoot an email. I am the person I needed when I was younger now and it makes all the difference. :) For business inquiries [email protected] S…

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Cooking for Grown-Ups 48:10

9M ago48:10

48:10

We’ve been watching a lot of “The Bear” and are inspired to create all the delicious and mind-blowing meals. . . . but first, we must learn to chop before we sauteé. It’s the Season Two finale, and Molly and Matt are hitting the kitchen with a special guest, the James Beard award-winning J. Kenji López Alt. Yes, chef! Learn which cooking tools are …

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Balance 22:24

10M ago22:24

22:24

In this episode, I talk about why balance in recovery is important. I use the eight dimensions of wellness. Send us a textBy Jada

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Introduction 3:01

10M ago3:01

3:01

Send us a textBy Jada

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From the “Grown-Up Stuff” Archive 26:36

11M ago26:36

26:36

Hello Grown-ups! We’re taking a quick summer break before our season two finale, but while we’re gone we wanted to reshare one of our favorite episodes from Season 1 of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult.” It’s a great companion episode to our previous episode about budgeting. So sit back, grill up some hot dogs, watch the fireworks and revisit planning…

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Budgeting and Financial Awareness for Grown Ups 48:31

11M ago48:31

48:31

Money can be such a stressful topic, and many of us can feel like we’re always playing catch-up when it comes to our personal finances. Your income never feels substantial enough to get ahead, and budgeting feels intimidating and intense. With the help of special guests Jannese Torres (“Yo Quiero Dinero” podcast and author of “Financially Lit!”) an…

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Indoor Plant Care for Grown-Ups 47:52

12M ago47:52

47:52

Plants are truly incredible. House plants in particular provide so many benefits. They clean the air, increase humidity, and boost moods. They also make our homes look super grown-up. And some of us can use all the help we can get to elevate our apartment decor. But We have to remember that plants are living things that require TLC, but not too muc…

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Laundry for Grown-Ups 56:29

12M ago56:29

56:29

Laundry is one of those core adulting skills we should all know how to do. And perhaps, you may be thinking “I’m good, I know how to do laundry.” Trust us; this episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is still going to shock and surprise you when it comes to laundry. Molly and Matt are learning all about common laundry mistakes and helpful hacks …

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Dog Ownership for Grown-Ups 40:36

1y ago40:36

40:36

Are you ready to take on all the grown-up responsibilities of dog ownership? One of the best things about being an adult is you get to make all the decisions for yourself, like eating ice cream for dinner, staying up late to watch a scary movie and finally getting a puppy. But each of these decisions comes with responsibilities and consequences; th…

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Tipping for Grown-Ups 46:06

1y ago46:06

46:06

Tipping, it’s complicated. With so many more tip jars and digital tipping options available, it can often be confusing to figure out what goods or services you should always be tipping on and how much. Well, turns out tipping culture is pretty complex and spoiler alert, there isn’t always one set of straightforward rules to follow. With the help of…

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How to be a Grown-Up Wedding Attendant 38:53

1y ago38:53

38:53

So your friends are getting married, and they’ve asked you to stand up at their wedding. . . in some ways, this can be a rite of passage for many grown-ups. It can feel like an honor. But it can also be a lot to take on, too. What are the actual expectations of a wedding attendant (i.e. bridesmaid, groomsman, MOH, or best man)? Lizzie Post from the…

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Skincare for Grown-Ups 42:41

1y ago42:41

42:41

Your epidermis is showing! So give it a good wash with a gentle cleanser, moisturize and slather on the sunscreen cause Matt and Molly are back for Season 2 and learning all about skincare. No matter what your gender, age or location, listen up because your skin needs attention, love and protection. Jennifer Sullivan, beauty columnist for The Cut a…

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“Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is Back for Season Two! 2:39

1y ago2:39

2:39

The work of a grown-up is never done. There’s always something we’ve got to figure out, navigate, or just straight-up accomplish. And thankfully, your favorite podcast about how to win adulting is back. “Grown-Up Stuff: How To Adult” returns for Season Two on March 26th with even more life lessons! Join Matt and Molly as they learn about everything…

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Grocery Shopping like a Grown-Up 47:57

1+ y ago47:57

47:57

It’s our Season One Finale and we’re going out with a budget-friendly banger! We’re going to figure out how to grocery shop like heroes, and we’re not talking about the sandwich. With the help of consumer and food trends expert and “Supermarket Guru” Phil Lempert, Molly and Matt learn how to reign in impulse buying, find the best deals and discount…

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Car Maintenance for Grown Ups 41:51

1+ y ago41:51

41:51

Do you know how often you should rotate the tires on your car? What about when it comes to checking your oil? And do you know what it means when your “check engine” light appears? Not only does it feel grown-up to know how to maintain your car, but with winter coming (and winter IS coming), car maintenance is a very real necessity when it comes to …

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Navigating Family Dynamics like a Grown-Up 43:19

1+ y ago43:19

43:19

The holiday season is officially here! 'Tis the season for joy, cheer, and, well… managing the chaos that is family gatherings. Looking for ways to survive the next couple of months while navigating these complicated dynamics? We’ve got your back. In this episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” Molly and Matt chat with Dr. George James (LMFT), f…

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How to Drink like a Grown-Up 44:12

1+ y ago44:12

44:12

Happy Halloween! Did you know that Halloween is one of the biggest drinking holidays of the year? For those of us who are of legal age to imbibe liquid spirits and pumpkin ales, there’s a lot to learn about drinking alcohol. From wine to beer and everything in between, Matt and Molly talk about how to train and refine our palates with Certified Cic…

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Choosing a Health Insurance Plan like a Grown-Up 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

45:40

It’s one of the scariest times of the year. . . . it’s open enrollment time for health insurance. Every year, we’re all overwhelmed by the options and terminology of our policies, but this year Molly and Matt have full hearts and can’t lose. This year, they are determined to understand their coverage options and whether they should choose a high-de…

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Buy a Car like a Grown-Up: Part 2 41:59

1+ y ago41:59

41:59

That new-car-smell is closer than you think! In this episode, Matt and Molly welcome Car Talk’s Editor-in-Chief Jamie Page Deaton back to the show to weigh in on the differences between leasing, financing, or outright buying new and used cars. Learn how to enter a dealership with confidence, uncover the tools you need to score the best deal, and de…

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Buy a Car like a Grown-Up: Part 1 35:42

1+ y ago35:42

35:42

There’s something incredibly appealing about having the freedom to move seamlessly throughout the world in your very own car. Nowadays, there are a lot of car options to choose from and all at very different price points. With the help of CarTalk Editor-in-Chief Jamie Page Deaton, Matt and Molly figure out how to choose the right car based on needs…

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Higher & Continuing Education Options for Grown-Ups 35:59

1+ y ago35:59

35:59

In our previous episode, we learned all about how to pay and save for college with a 529 savings plan. But a bachelor’s degree program isn’t the only path to take when it comes to higher education. In this special episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” sponsored by EdVest of Wisconsin and the Michigan Education Savings Program, Molly and Matt w…

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Save and Pay for College like a Grown-Up 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

38:57

This just in: college is freaking expensive! But pursuing any kind of education after high school – whether a bachelor’s degree, associate’s, or trade certification – can make a huge difference in your career. In this special episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” sponsored by EdVest of Wisconsin and the Michigan Education Savings Program, Matt…

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Utilities for Grown Ups 34:55

2y ago34:55

34:55

With all the intense heat experienced globally this summer, utility bills have been rising right along with the temperatures. So how can we better understand things like our energy and water usage to keep our utility bills as low as possible? In this episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” Molly and Matt talk with Lucas Hall, founder of Landlord…

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Buying a Home like a Grown-Up 36:39

2y ago36:39

36:39

Last episode we learned all about how to find and lease an apartment, but in this episode, we’re leveling up with how to buy and finance a home. We’re talking about mortgages, escrow, and HOAs with Vanessa Aragon, a licensed real estate agent in Scottsdale, Arizona. Did you know you could put down less than six percent to buy a home?? (Thanks, Vane…

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Rent an Apartment like a Grown-Up 35:59

2y ago35:59

35:59

There are a lot of pros and cons to renting an apartment. On one hand, there’s no freer feeling than being able to pick up and move to anywhere your heart desires at the end of your lease. On the other hand – good luck if you want to customize that space with anything more than a paint job…. In this episode of Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult, we’re ta…

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Manage your Credit like a Grown-Up 36:55

2y ago36:55

36:55

From credit cards to credit scores and everything in between, “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” digs into the good, bad, and prudent ways to build and use credit. We talk to Sara Rathner, a senior writer, travel, and credit card expert at NerdWallet, about why making purchases with a credit card (instead of a debit card) is safer, how we can build our…

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Clean your Home like a Grown-Up 35:26

2y ago35:26

35:26

Watching TikToks of home cleaning and organizing hacks are some of our favorite things to do; it’s like a squeegee for our brains. But how can we apply the lessons of the internet to the way we clean our own homes, and should we? Join us on a cleaning journey with our “TikTok Auntie” and author of the book, “How to Clean Everything: A Practical, Do…

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Wedding Guest Etiquette for Grown-Ups 33:28

2y ago33:28

33:28

Wedding season is officially upon us – which means it’s time to struggle with overwhelming gift registries and confusing dress codes (what the hell is “cocktail semi-casual??”). To help us sort through all of the madness, we’re chatting with Lizzie Post, author of “Emily Post’s Etiquette - the Centennial Edition” and co-host of the podcast “Awesome…

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Plan for Retirement like a Grown-Up 26:11

2y ago26:11

26:11

For the very first episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” we’re gonna get down to the basics of a very adult matter: retirement. Joined by CPA and Asset and Wealth Management Assurance Senior Manager Jonah Batista, Molly learns it’s never too early to start thinking and saving for retirement and another important lesson about which types of ret…

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Welcome to “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” 2:31

2y ago2:31

2:31

Ever wish there was a road map to adulthood? Do you find yourself straight-up baffled by terms like 401k, PPO, and fabric softener? Welcome to “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” a podcast from Ruby, the iHeart Media Branded Audio Studio, dedicated to answering all of your questions about, well, grown-up stuff, like health insurance, weddings, laundry,…

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Introducing the new owner of Productize 46:14

3y ago46:14

46:14

Exciting news! The Productize brand has been acquired by long-time Productize community-member, Sam Shepler 🎉 In this episode, you’ll hear Brian and Sam talk openly...By Productize & Scale

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Introducing the new owner of Productize 46:15

3y ago46:15

46:15

Exciting news! The Productize brand has been acquired by long-time Productize community-member, Sam SheplerBy Productize & Scale

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Episode 8: Customary Gangsta Lean 27:38

3+ y ago27:38

27:38

In episode 8, we wrap up season 1 of the Clutch ya Pearls Show by exploring that customary gangsta lean and gain an understanding of how local leaders control business dynamics in their community. Grab a drink, a pen, and notepad, and get ready to learn and laugh with the Clutch ya Pearls show! The Clutch Ya Pearls Show is all about business and en…

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Episode 7: Building a Brand 23:05

3+ y ago23:05

23:05

In episode 7, Let's get real about business and talk about building a brand and adding value! Grab a drink, a pen and notepad and get ready to learn and laugh with the Clutch ya Pearls show! The Clutch Ya Pearls Show is all about business and entrepreneurship in Africa. I break down what it takes to make things jump off out the gate, why partnershi…

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Episode 6 - Land of the Side Chick 27:30

3+ y ago27:30

27:30

In episode 6, we jump right into sexual harassment, navigating as a female founder and understanding the land of the side chick and mad men mania in Ghana! Grab a drink, a pen and notepad and get ready to learn and laugh with the Clutch ya Pearls show! The Clutch Ya Pearls Show is all about business and entrepreneurship in Africa. I break down what…

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Episode 5 - WTF Am I Doing? 22:50

3+ y ago22:50

22:50

In episode 5, we talk about the realness of being an entrepreneur and chief of everything for your business. This show ain't called clutch ya pearls for nothing! I'm dropping f-bombs of expression in this piece! Grab a drink, a pen and notepad and get ready to learn and laugh with the Clutch ya Pearls show! The Clutch Ya Pearls Show is all about bu…

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