Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF

Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF

Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, is getting up close and personal, about the good, bad, and ugly on how money impacts all of our lives. Instead of your traditional boring business podcast, Networth and Chill covers financial topics as they relate to YOUR ACTUAL LIFE, all while feeling like a conversation with your best friend. Each episode breaks down a complicated economic or business concept into easy to understand terms, while tapping experts, professionals, and some of your favorite famous faces to give actionable tips & advice on how to make the most of your money. Grab a drink and get ready to Networth and Chill. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

Episodes

December 17, 2025 48 mins
Preorder Vivian’s second book WELL ENDOWED HERE! Vivian sat down with Dr. David Kim to explore the complex finances of building a dermatology career across clinical practice, entrepreneurship, and content creation. Dr. Kim breaks down where people actually waste money on skincare versus where they should invest. He answers the big questions about what doctors actually earn compared to years of training, managing ethical lines as...
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Preorder Vivian’s second book WELL ENDOWED HERE! Vivian is diving deep into the strategy of holiday savings without the financial hangover. She breaks down which holiday expenses are actually worth splurging on, how to set a realistic budget that doesn't leave you panicking in January, and why starting your shopping early isn't just about avoiding crowds. Vivian dives into the psychology of holiday spending, from the guilt that ...
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Vivian sat down with Joel Kim Booster to explore the surprisingly complex finances of building a comedy career across standup, writing, and acting. Joel breaks down what comedians actually earn from Netflix specials, how he navigated the transition from day jobs to full-time comedy, and why selling out theaters doesn't automatically mean financial security. He answers the big questions about balancing artistic integrity with commer...
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Vivian sat down with Cole Walliser to explore the surprisingly complex finances of creating those iconic slow-motion red carpet moments. Cole breaks down what directors actually earn from viral GlamBot videos, how he built a business around a single innovative camera technique, and why going viral doesn't automatically translate to getting paid. He answers the big questions about balancing creative vision with commercial viability,...
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Vivian is diving deep into the art of Black Friday shopping without the chaos. She breaks down what deals are actually worth it (spoiler: that "70% off" TV might cost you more in the long run), how retailers use psychological tricks to make you spend more, and why that doorbuster deal always seems to be sold out. Vivian dives into the controversial world of retail tactics, from fake discounts and manufactured urgency to the math be...
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Vivian sat down with Sophia Bush live at Tech Futures to dive deep into the money side of Hollywood stardom. Sophia breaks down what actors actually make from iconic TV shows (spoiler: those One Tree Hill paychecks weren't what you think), how residuals really work in the streaming era, and why that show you've binged 47 times barely pays the actors anymore. Sophia gets real about navigating Hollywood's pay gap, from her early days...
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Vivian is diving deep into the world of private equity. She breaks down what private equity actually is (spoiler: it's way more than just rich people buying companies), how these firms make billions through the "buy-improve-sell" model, and why that protein bar you love suddenly tastes terrible. Vivian dives into the controversial world of PE "optimizations," from cost-cutting and layoffs to price gouging and healthcare takeovers, ...
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Marina Larroudé joins Vivian to spill the tea on building wealth in the fashion industry and beyond in this refreshingly honest conversation about money, style, and success. Marina opens up about her journey from fashion insider to entrepreneur, sharing the financial lessons she learned while working with luxury brands and launching her own namesake shoe company. Marina and Vivian dive into the psychology of luxury spending, the bu...
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Vivian sits down with authors and career experts Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill to explore what really happens when you get fired and why it might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Drawing from their book "All The Cool Girls Get Fired" and interviews with powerhouses like Oprah, Katie Couric, and Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura and Kristina break down how to navigate today's brutal job market with resilience and strategy. Whet...
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Live from NYC, it’s Networth & Chill! Vivian sits down with Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, to explore her groundbreaking journey revolutionizing the fashion industry and redefining how women access luxury. From Harvard Business School idea to billion-dollar disruptor, Jennifer shares the bold decisions, calculated risks, and resilient mindset that built her empire. Whether you're contemplating launching you...
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Andddd we’re back! Vivian sits down with bestselling author, professor and expert Suzy Welch to explore her career journey and game-changing Values Bridge tool, a framework that helps you make tough career and financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Whether you're wondering if it's time to ask for a raise, switch jobs, or take a risk on a new opportunity, Suzy breaks down how to use your core values as a compass for navig...
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The last episode of season 2 is here! Don't worry, we won't be gone for long 😉 Vivian breaks down the mental and practical roadblocks keeping you stuck before six figures in this no-BS episode about cracking the $100K code. She dives into why hitting your first $100K isn't just about budgeting harder or side hustling more. From the psychological barriers that keep high earners living paycheck to paycheck to the compound effect t...
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Vivian sits down with trailblazing model and entrepreneur Iskra Lawrence for a raw conversation about turning rejection into financial rebellion. They dive into Iskra's journey from facing industry rejection at 13 for not being the "ideal size" to becoming one of the first mid-size models to break barriers in fashion. Iskra opens up about the financial reality of losing her major Aerie contract while six months postpartum, and how ...
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Vivian returns with another explosive round of "Am I The Financial A-hole?" diving into listener submissions that range from relationship betrayals to family money drama. She dissects the messy intersection of love and money through stories of cheating fiancés and house profits, manipulative exes who rack up debt, and the complex dynamics of supporting aging parents while building your own wealth. From navigating split checks as a ...
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Vivian explores the money-saving strategies that can slash education costs at every level, from mastering student discount platforms like UNiDAYS to uncovering travel hacks that save 5-40% on flights. She breaks down the evolution of 529 plans beyond just college savings, revealing how these tax-advantaged accounts now cover everything from K-12 tuition to trade school and the game-changing new option to roll unused funds into a Ro...
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Vivian sits down with Alyson Stoner, the multi-talented performer and advocate, to uncover the shocking financial realities behind childhood stardom. From dancing backup for Missy Elliott at age 5 to starring in Disney Channel Original Movies, Alyson's journey reveals the complex money management challenges that child actors face—and the strategic decisions required to build lasting wealth beyond fleeting fame. Whether you're curio...
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This week on Networth and Chill, Vivian sits down with Lucy Guo, the serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Scale AI, to explore the financial blueprint behind building multiple unicorn companies before age 30. From dropping out of Carnegie Mellon to co-founding Scale AI—now valued at over $13 billion—Lucy's story reveals the strategic decisions and calculated risks that transformed her from a college dropout into one of tech's most...
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This week on Networth and Chill, Vivian sits down with Dan Rossi, the legendary Hot Dog King of NYC, to unpack the remarkable financial journey behind one of New York's most iconic street food empires. From building a pushcart empire of nearly 500 permits across the city to losing it all through regulatory changes, Dan's story is a masterclass in entrepreneurial resilience and the brutal realities of small business ownership. Disco...
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This week on Networth and Chill, Vivian breaks down the massive financial implications of Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill,  the landmark tax legislation signed into law on July 4, 2025. Explore how this $4.5 trillion dollar legislation will impact personal finances, from the fourfold increase to the cap on state and local tax deductions to changes in middle-class tax relief. Vivian analyzes the potential pitfalls for different incom...
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This week on Networth and Chill, Vivian sits down with rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur Saweetie to explore the finances behind building a multi-faceted empire in hip-hop and beyond. Learn how Saweetie transformed her viral social media presence and musical talent into multiple revenue streams, from chart-topping hits and record deals to lucrative brand partnerships with major companies like McDonald's and Morphe. Saweetie shar...
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