The Teacher Money Show
The Teacher Money Show is dedicated to helping educators like yourself navigate your unique financial challenges and unlock your financial superpowers. We help teachers navigate everything related to money. Whether you have questions about budgeting on a teacher’s salary, managing student loans, increasing your income, or making the most of your benefits, we will help make money less confusing, more empowering, and a tool you can use to focus on what matters most. If that sounds like that's for you, this is your podcast. For free money coaching for teachers go to TeacherMoneyShow.com/guest
Episodes
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Scott Fritz, elementary teacher and co-author of the TL;DR Pennsylvania Pension Series, to explore the behavioral side of personal finance—why we manage money the way we do, how our “money story” shapes our habits, and what teachers can do to build financial confidence.
Scott brings a powerful mix of classroom experience, pension expertise, and behavioral finance insight...
Are student loans really the biggest financial trap of our generation? In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Jason Brown, author of Margin Matters and It Is Possible: How I Earned Two Debt-Free Degrees and How You Can Too, to talk about the skyrocketing cost of college—and what teachers, parents, and students can do to avoid student loan debt altogether.
Jason breaks down the shocking reality of the student ...
Want to cut your food bill without feeling deprived? In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I break down practical, teacher-friendly strategies to spend less on groceries, cook smarter, and keep more money in your pocket.
Food is one of the biggest budget categories for teachers—and it’s also one of the easiest places to save money without sacrificing quality or joy. So here 11 simple, repeatable habits that can dramatically...
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Housing is one of the biggest expenses teachers face — but what if you could lower your rent without moving districts or sacrificing your quality of life?
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Justin Pogue, author of Rental Secrets, to reveal practical strategies teachers can use to negotiate cheaper rent, reduce housing costs, a...
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After 100 episodes of The Teacher Money Show, we've heard some amazing tips from 67 incredible guests — all focused on helping teachers live with a richer wallet, classroom, and life.
To make sure we've internalized this wisdom, I review these top tips shared over the past two and a half seasons and organizes them into 8 key steps every teacher can use to achiev...
Can teachers really become millionaires? Gerry Born — also known as The Millionaire Educator — says absolutely. In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Gerry to explore how living frugally (not cheaply!) helped him and his wife build multi-million-dollar wealth on teacher salaries.
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Gerry shares his journey from...
Open enrollment season is here — but do you really know what you’re signing up for? In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, Shaun Morgan sits down with Jeff Venables to help teachers make smarter, more confident decisions during open enrollment.
They break down how to choose the right health insurance plan, when dental and vision insurance actually make sense, and how to think strategically about life insurance, disability co...
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Transportation is one of the biggest expenses for teachers (especially if you don't live in the district you teach in)— but it doesn’t have to drain your paycheck. In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I break down practical ways to save money on your car, gas, insurance, and commute — without sacrificing reliability or convenience.
Cutting your tran...
Credit can feel complicated — but it doesn’t have to be. In this Teacher Money Show “Lunch & Learn” episode, Marc Jenkins (a veteran teacher) and I break down what credit really is, why it matters for teachers, and how to build and protect it for the long term.Your credit score is more than just a number — it’s your financial reputation. Whether you’re applying for a mortgage, refinancing student loans, or opening a new credit ...
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Can teachers really build wealth on a modest salary? In this inspiring episode of The Teacher Money Show, Shaun Morgan talks with Brittany Flammer, a certified financial coach, mom of five, and wife of a high school teacher, about how they built over $800,000 in net worth on an average income...
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Do you hate budgeting? You’re not alone—and financial expert Kim Butler says you don’t actually need one to build wealth and security. In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, Shaun Morgan sits down with Kim to explore a smarter way for teachers to manage money without the stress of a traditional budget.
Kim introduces the powerful concept of the “reservoir accou...
Learn how you can save money with “5 Steps to Save Money as a Teacher”
Housing is one of the biggest expenses in a teacher’s budget—often taking up 30% or more of monthly income. In this episode of the Teacher Money Show, I share 5 strategies teachers can use to reduce housing costs and free up money for savings, investing, and financial freedom--potentially even living for free!
We explore:
1. Renting vs. buying as a teacher and how ...
Do teachers have to choose between passion in the classroom and financial freedom? In this episode of the Teacher Money Show, Shaun Morgan sits down with Chantal from That Millionaire Teacher to break down how educators can build wealth, achieve financial independence, and design their dream lives—while still teaching if they want to.Chantal shares her journey from “accidentally” becoming a teacher to building financial security an...
What would you do if you built a $1.8 million portfolio as a teacher? In this episode of the Teacher Money Show, Shaun Morgan sits down with Christina, a New York City public school teacher earning $150,000 a year, to unpack how she grew her retirement and taxable accounts to $1.8M—and how she’s planning her future.Christina started early, consistently maxing out her Roth IRA, 457b, and investing in a taxable brokerage account. Dur...
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with financial planner Mary Ann Sullivan from 395 Financial Planning to dive into Target Date Funds (TDFs) — what they are, when they work well, and how teachers can know when it’s time to move beyond them to optimize their retirement investments.Target Date Funds are often the default option in 403(b) plans, making them a common choice for teachers. They automatically rebalance...
Welcome to season 3 of the Teacher Money Show! Here is my proposition for season 3: Teachers should embrace frugal living as the first step toward financial freedom—before worrying about earning a higher income.
Frugality was once considered a virtue in ancient Rome, let's make it that again. Frugal living can empower teachers to live intentionally, reduce stress, and align spending with their values. By being frugal (not cheap), de...
🎓 *What does smart investing really look like for teachers?* In this Season 2 wrap-up of *The Teacher Money Show*, I reflect on the biggest lessons learned from a full season dedicated to **investing strategies for educators**.
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Can bonds and alternative investments help you build wealth outside the stock market?
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Dara Albright from Worthy Financial, to talk about how teachers can use bonds, impact investing, and alternative assets to grow income and strengthen their financial foundation.
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Big changes are here for teachers planning their retirement!
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I talk with David Gourley—former high school math teacher turned financial planner for educators—about the recent repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) and what it means for teachers across the country.
These long-standing Social Security provisions have reduced or eliminated...
In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Jeff Venables—teacher, financial coach, and personal finance advocate—to talk about smart investing strategies for teachers navigating today’s unpredictable market.
Jeff brings a wealth of experience both from the classroom and the world of personal finance. We dive into how educators can stay grounded in their investment strategies despite market volatility, news cycles...
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