Price of Avocado Toast

Price of Avocado Toast

Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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June 11, 2025 37 mins

On today’s episode we’re giving you the step by step priority list for which debts to tackle first. This is not the strategy you chose to get debt-free; this is the playbook for when life hits the brakes you need to triage some stuff. This is a common situation and one that can be really tense without guidance, so our hope is that you hear our voices in your brain if you ever have to navigate this type of situation. Ha...

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On today’s episode we scroll through the subreddit r/debtfree to give some friendly financial counseling advice. We each handpicked two scenarios to ask the other one live for some coaching support. While obviously we don’t have all the information, this episode was such a blast to record. Let us know your thoughts on this structure - we’d love to do more of these if you all like it. Enjoy!

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Today’s episode debunks the polarizing personal finance tool of a debt settlement. We share why we think these companies can be dangerous and give you anecdotal evidence to share our reasoning. You’ll hear how these companies might be harmful and ways to combat it on your own instead.

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In this week’s podcast episode we are talking all about REALISTIC ways to approach your debt payoff journey. There are a million and one ways to tackle your debt, but we are breaking down a few of our favorite things to keep in mind to make sure that you are being realistic with your goals. We want to make sure you are sustainably paying off your debt and this episode gives you exactly what you need to do that! 

 

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On today's episode we talk to Rebecca, an licensed attorney from California who practices civil litigation including estate planning. Rebecca comes on to answer some of our burning questions about estate planning and to get into some of the more nitty-gritty details that our quick hitter episode didn’t cover the first time. We are so thankful to have had an expert on the show, and we know you’re going to get a ton from...

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In this episode, we explore how to tackle debt without sacrificing the things that bring joy and meaning to life. From intentional travel planning to evaluating extracurriculars for your kids, we discuss ways to align spending with personal values and maintain a sustainable financial journey. Plus, we dig into practical tools and mindset shifts to help you make confident, values-based decisions around money.

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On today’s episode we go over an exercise we do with all of our clients to find clear numbers on the savings journey. The canned tuna and sushi numbers reflect the pitstops you might make when saving for the future. You’ll find out how to calculate the numbers for your household and some questions to ask as you navigate this important step of debt-proofing your life. Finally, we’ll tell you where to park your savings s...

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Today’s guest is our good friend, David Gourley. David comes on to walk step by step through the process needed to discover your financial needs in retirement. While retirement looks very different for each person, having a general idea and understanding of the amount you’ll need will help you feel empowered moving forward. David shares a simple tool you can use to find this number and walks through an example so that ...

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We asked and you told! Today we share the “unhinged” ways you all said you have paid off some debt. This list comes from an Instagram poll, so if we missed anything then let us know! You’ll hear some of the ways real folks have paid off debt, from the biggest sale of someone’s life to joining the site where you can bare it all for viewers. Enjoy!

 

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It’s been four years since we sold our first home and we have lived a lot of life in the meantime. We sat down to chat and share our feelings around this big leap we made. Was it the right choice? Do we regret selling a home with a 3% mortgage? You might be surprised by the conversation and our thoughts. Enjoy!

 

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This is not your normal money conversation. Today’s episode is a deep dive into self-rescue swim lessons with Master Instructor, Gaylynne Sword. We talk about how drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1-4 and the second leading cause for children 5 and older. This is a topic that we have been passionate about since we first enrolled our eldest daughter in lessons at 18 months. We’ve since ...

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March 26, 2025 29 mins

Are you stuck spinning your wheels within your budget? Do you love a good life hack to come out on top? Today's episode features five little known budget hacks that we’ve seen with clients that we think could be the catalyst for you and your budget!

 

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  • Rising food costs

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Today’s episode stems from trends we’ve seen with our coaching clients and Empowered Money Academy members over the past year. Many folks are losing jobs and spending significant time unemployed in this volatile job market. This conversation is quick, but we wanted to give you some actionable steps to be thinking of while navigating your job instability. Hang in there, Toasties! 

 

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Today’s guest is Janine Firpo, an accomplished speaker, author, and entrepreneur who consistently challenges gendered norms in the finance world. She joins us to chat about impact investing and how aligning your investing with your values is key to feeling empowered on your money journey. We chat about the stigmas facing women as investors and ways to begin growing wealth that don’t sacrifice your ethics and your moral...

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Today’s episode features Paige Connell, a mom and wife sharing the realities of mental load and unequal partner support on social media. We chat about the financial burdens women face as they step away from their careers throughout motherhood, as well as the ramifications of unpaid leave and childcare costs. Paige’s content resonates for many women and as such she has become a leading advocate for equal partnerships in...

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Today's guest is Bekah Burns, a certified life coach and enneagram specialist who comes on to chat about the intersection of enneagram and our patterns in life. We talk about the nine types and how we’ve seen the behaviors show up in our financial coaching clients. This episode just scratches the surface of enneagram, so if you’re interested in learning more, then we invite you to dive deeper. You’re going to leave thi...

Today’s guest is Shannah Game, a fellow podcaster and money coach who is helping others transform their lives through recognizing and overcoming the money trauma they experience. We talk about how money trauma shows up for folks of all classes, and we share some strategies you might be able to use when you feel some discomfort arising. Shannah’s new book drops today, February 19th, so make sure you listen to the whole ...

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February 12, 2025 34 mins

Today’s episode is a breakdown of our financial coaching programs! We chat about who we believe coaching is best for and how we can help those people overcome their money hangups. We address the biggest obstacles people face when considering coaching and help talk you through why those objections might not be as worrisome as you’re making them. If you’re considering coaching we want to invite you to submit an applicati...

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Today’s episode is a breakdown of one of our favorite words: accountability. We recently heard some data regarding accountability and statistics that show what accountability can actually do, so we did a dive into the data to bring you some clarity on it all. We talk about a fascinating result of how accountability helps people and share why we believe financial coaching could be just the piece you need to find success...

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Today's guest is Bernadette joy. She’s an author and fellow money coach helping folks crush their money goals. Bernadette shares her journey around mental wellness and money that ultimately led to her and her husband paying off $300,000 of debt! We have a great conversation about renting vs buying and the dangers of believing in one-size-fits-all narratives. Enjoy!

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