We’re living in a trust recession. People are unsubscribing, deleting courses, and drowning in information—yet nothing is changing. The problem isn’t motivation or discipline. It’s isolation.

In this episode, I explain why group coaching creates real change when doing it alone doesn’t. We’ll talk about why information without accountability leads to paralysis, why most courses get abandoned, and why real momentum rarely happens in i...

Money shouldn’t feel this overwhelming. In this short trailer, you’ll hear what Money & Legacy is all about and who it’s for. If you’re a capable parent who makes good money but still feels stressed, unsure, or stuck, this show is your invitation to move from overwhelm to clarity and from clarity to confidence.

I’ll share why this podcast exists, what you can expect from future episodes, and how we’ll cut through financial noise...

Comfort feels safe—but it may be the very thing keeping you stuck.

In this episode, Laura Sexton challenges the belief that comfort equals security and explains why staying financially comfortable often leads to stress, stagnation, and quiet dissatisfaction. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing all the right things” but still not moving forward, this conversation will put words to that feeling—and show you a better way.

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A new year brings fresh-start energy—but for many people, it also brings financial overwhelm. In this episode, Laura Sexton walks you through what a real financial fresh start looks like in 2026—without perfect plans, endless gurus, or anxiety-inducing pressure.

If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by too many money goals, conflicting advice, or fear of looking at your numbers, this conversation is for you. Laura explains why clarity—not c...

The day after Christmas doesn’t need a plan—it needs permission to breathe.

In this quiet, reflective episode, Laura invites you to pause, exhale, and receive what this season is offering without urgency or pressure. If this year didn’t end the way you expected—or if money suddenly felt small compared to what truly mattered—you’re not behind. You’re human.

From walking through uncertainty and change, to celebrating the completion of ...

Have you ever given—not out of pressure or obligation—but because it reflected who you truly want to be? In this episode, we redefine generosity at the legacy level and explore how aligned giving shapes your future, your finances, and the way your children learn to impact the world. This isn’t about cutting back or guilt-driven spending—it’s about building forward with purpose, margin, and meaning.

In this episode you’ll learn:

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Have you ever found yourself spending—not because you needed something, but because you were trying to feel something? In this episode, we redefine what “enough” really means and why it has nothing to do with a dollar amount. If you’re smart, capable, and earning good money but still feel financial pressure, this conversation will bring clarity, calm, and a new way forward.

We unpack why overspending is often driven by emotional str...

Feeling the pressure to say yes to every holiday invitation, gift, or expectation—even when your budget says no? In this short but powerful episode, we unpack how to set clear, compassionate money boundaries so you can lead your holiday spending with confidence instead of guilt, fear, or comparison. Learn why overspending is an emotional response—not a character flaw—and how to shift into identity-led money leadership this season.

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Feeling behind this holiday season? You’re not alone. In a world full of highlight reels, magic-making pressure, and endless expectations, comparison creeps in fast—and hits hard. In this episode, we unpack why this season triggers so much financial and emotional tension, and how to feel genuinely rich, grounded, and grateful right where you are without spending more or losing your peace. Discover practical (and powerful) ways to s...

This week, we’re taking gratitude far beyond cute quotes and holiday clichés. We’re digging into the kind of gratitude that changes you—the kind that quiets comparison, rewires your perspective, and builds lasting peace in your money and your home. Discover the Gratitude Equation, why peace fuels generosity, and how simple daily practices can transform your financial life from the inside out.

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Have you ever bought a gift because you felt guilty - not because you planned it? In this episode, we dig into the emotional triggers behind spending to buy affection and why guilt, comparison, and holiday pressure so easily lead to overspending. Learn how to set healthy boundaries, stop feeling responsible for everyone else’s happiness, and create a holiday season centered on connection, not consumerism.

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 Student loans are back, and for many, it feels like a bad sequel nobody asked for. If you’ve been dreading the restart or avoiding your balance, you’re not alone. In this episode, Laura shares how to take the panic out of payments with clarity, calm, and a 3-step plan that actually works. Learn what’s new with student loans, how to find peace in the process, and how to turn “I owe” into “I own.” 

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It’s spooky season — but the scariest thing haunting most people isn’t a ghost or a monster…it’s their finances. If you’ve ever felt a knot in your stomach opening your bank app or avoided checking your debt balance, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’ll help you name your money fears, understand why they feel so overwhelming, and take small, powerful steps to move from fear to focus. You’ll learn how to stop letting financ...

Credit card delinquencies are the highest they’ve been in over a decade, repossessions are climbing, and the word 2008 is making the rounds again. But before the fear takes over, let’s slow things down. In this episode, Laura breaks down what’s really happening in the economy, why this isn’t another financial apocalypse, and the calm, practical steps you can take to protect your peace—and your wallet—right now.

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Feeling torn between your desire to give and the reality of bills, debt, and tight budgets? You’re not alone. In today’s Question of the Day, Laura answers a heartfelt question from Mark in Texas about generosity—how much to give, when to give, and how to give without guilt.

Discover why generosity isn’t about dollar amounts, but about heart posture—and how living open-handedly invites abundance and joy into your life.

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After walking through more than 100 family budgets, I can tell you one thing for sure: nobody’s perfect—but the patterns are powerful. In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest lessons I’ve learned from families of all kinds about what really makes a budget work. From overcoming shame and overwhelm to aligning your money with your values, this is your invitation to build a budget that feels like freedom, not frustration.

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In this fall Movie Money Mashup, we unpack Disney’s The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad to reveal timeless money principles. From “motor mania” to the Headless Horseman, we connect impulse, greed, and fear to real-life choices like credit cards, co-signing, and rushing big purchases—plus how wise friends and patient plans keep you out of trouble.

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• Why unchecked desire + no discipline = financial ch...

If your life was a business, would you hire—or fire—the person running it? Most of us are operating as overworked assistants in our own lives, reacting to chaos instead of leading with clarity. In this episode, Laura challenges you to step into your CEO role—because no one else is coming to budget for you, manage your time, or protect your legacy.

You’ll learn how to lead yourself and your household with purpose, plan ahead like a p...

If you’ve ever made a budget but still find yourself overspending, you’re not broken—you’re human. In this Question of the Day episode, Laura unpacks why smart, capable people often sabotage their financial goals and what it really takes to build lasting change. Learn how your identity, emotions, and mindset shape your spending—and how to retrain your brain to work with your budget instead of against it.

In this episode you’ll learn...