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Here’s Why You Can’t Negotiate with Broke People!
Is Kanye being old Kanye or new Kanye? I'm confused right now. The Financial Griot gang is back for another short episode. Well shorter by our standards since we can talk. Today we discuss the evolving new black capitalism and the hope that we remain unafraid in the creation of wealth. We can't be relegated to victimhood and money trauma as a baseline for Black social mobility.
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Wealth and Social Mobility – Your Broke Friends Are Costing You!
TFG is back! And even Shadier than ever?! The crew discusses the impacts of social mobility referencing the research study from The Opportunity Atlas; due to economic connectedness. Economic Connectedness (EC) is based on the extent of friendship across class lines. Social capital is just as important as capital, the crew takes a deep dive into life trajectories and what happens when one interacts outside of their communities to develop a better sense of self. Turns out, keeping poor company can make you or keep you poor in the long run.
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How to Improve Your Discernment and High Vibrations ft. Jay Stephens
TFG is back! Today we have guest Jay Stephens (My Wealth Journey, LLC) we discussed low vibration social media coaches, discernment and learning through the digital spaces. This post pandemic world is emotionally grueling. Take a step back to recenter. Find balance while working on your future. Don't become a devoted follower, only to realize that you haven't moved in ages.
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Find Out Why Budgets Are Very Sexy? ft. J. Money
TFG is back! Today 's episode the crew chats with J. Money (Budgets are Sexy). J. Money is a successful blogger and entrepreneur; one of the pioneers of financial transparency in the digital space. We discuss his journey starting his blog Budgets are sexy to owning back his time by retiring. And sharing his thoughts on the value of financial happiness. Pay close attention to how Alainta is fangirlying. Simmer down, smh. We are a professional podcast now. It's Season 2. We have more guests!
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How to Overcome Post-Pandemic Challenges and our Mid-Year Recap
"A mid-year review is a great way to energize your annual goals and performance, in a little-to-low pressure way." In this episode of the Financial Griot podcast, the crew is finally back together. On the table, our mid year recaps from major medical expenses, new pets, inflation and looming recession; it's been a rough six months. Lovely also shares the lessons she is learning along the way. This is going to be heavy. To make this actionable, we highly recommend that you do your own midyear recap. Even invite some friends or family members. This is your opportunity to recalibrate.
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Prices Push Debt Balances Up. 20 Percent to Be Exact.
In this episode of TFG, the crew discuss how you can manage your money and specifically your credit better. With interest rates rising due to inflation, cash flow management will be key to keep your family afloat through the "not-a-recession" period. Your credit card debt is about to cost you more. So buckle up to find out what to do.
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The Next Recession and Taking Advantage of the Rebound
Getting into and out of a Recession is no easy feat. On this episode of the Financial Griot podcast, the team discusses how we got to this point in which recession fears are looming and also what you can do pre-, during- and post recession to thrive. Millionaires are made during recessions. Learn how to position yourself to win.
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Why Modern Black Culture Became So Toxic & Expensive
In this episode of the Financial Griot Podcast, the hosts share their thoughts on modern Black culture, building wealth and changing priorities and narratives. Currently median Black household wealth seats at $24k. Another recession would bring that number to $12k. According to The Road to Zero Wealth report, the median wealth of black Americans will fall to zero by 2053 if current trends continue. With spending up and credit card usage bolstering lifestyle creeps on social media, is Modern Black cultural zeitgeist detrimental to long term wealth building and wealth preservation. Do we really want to have generational wealth?
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Making Sure You Benefit From The Student Loan Cancellations
TFG Crew is back! (And recording the episode again since Lawrence forgot to hit record) On Wednesday, August 24th, President Biden announced a massive student loan debt relief that directly impacts over 60 million Americans who hold an extensive amount of federal student loan debt. We discuss the groundbreaking news, the hidden details, massive opportunities to reengage in your tax planning strategy and more. Opportunities come and go. It comes down to how you play the cards to lower your expenses and increase your wealth.
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Here are TFG’s Top Ten Audible Recommendations for 2023
Finally, an episode that is simple. The Financial Griot crew is cooking up major heat with their Book recommendations. That being said, these are masterclass books that you need to get you in motion this year. Don't miss out on these life changing authors and let us know your recommendation as well.
