Bartelle's Money Talk

Do you manage your time well? And what if your time management is secretly costing you money? In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny and Theresa sit down with productivity expert  Mark Elwood (GetMoreDone.com), who has spent over 35 years studying how people use their time — collecting over  500,000 hours of workplace data. 📌 In this episode you’ll learn: Who manages time better: men...

Most couples avoid talking about money because it feels stressful and awkward. But what if the secret to financial peace is simply scheduling the conversation? In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny sits down with Skyler Fleming, host of the  Money Talk  podcast, to discuss his  Budget Meeting Guide —a step-by-step process to help couples (and individuals!) reduce stress, prevent money...

Do you feel  behind  in building wealth? Maybe you didn’t start investing in your 20s and now you’re in your 40s or 50s wondering if it’s too late. In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny and Theresa sit down with  Mario Sicari , wealth manager and author of  The Art of Creating Wealth , to discuss how anyone — no matter their age — can take practical steps toward financial freedom. 📌...

Are you making good money but still feel stuck financially? In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny and Theresa sit down with  Derek Kenney , bestselling author of  Good Money Revolution  and former financial advisor, to reveal a simple, proven system for breaking free from the middle class and building real wealth. Derek shares: How to set powerful, achievable goals The truth about lif...

What if you could go from unemployed and broke… to traveling the world as a U.S. diplomat, retiring early, and building generational wealth? In this powerful episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa Bartelle sits down with  Michael Dillard  — a man whose journey from poverty to financial success will inspire you to dream bigger and take action. You’ll discover: Michael’s remarkable “accidental...

In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa Bartelle sits down with certified financial planner Monica Kaufman to unpack the truth about money — and why it’s  just a tool , not a master. Monica shares powerful, real-life stories and strategies to help you: Break free from generational financial habits Build an emergency fund without sabotaging debt payoff Use money strategically to create...

What if everything you thought you knew about credit card debt was wrong? In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny sits down with Tommy Kilpatrick, a retired teacher, author, and financial truth-teller, who reveals a legal and linguistic twist that could change how you see credit card debt forever. Tommy explains: Why he calls it  alleged  credit card debt How banks operate without invoi...

Thinking about buying a franchise?  🤔 Before you sign on the dotted line, hear from  Max Emma , CEO, franchise owner, and Certified Franchise Executive (CFE), who has helped hundreds of people find the right business to fit their goals. In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Max breaks down: ✅ The pros and cons of franchise ownership ✅ How to know if franchising is right for you ✅ The rea...

What if you could turn your 9–5 into the fuel for complete financial freedom? In this powerful episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , we sit down with  Makeda  — tech sales superstar, homesteader, and founder of  Seed & Society  — who shares how she made over $1M in just four years, paid off her land in cash, and built a 10-acre mortgage-free homestead… all while raising two kids. You’ll hear: How Ma...

In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Johnny sits down with real estate specialist Jesse Sells to discuss a powerful approach to property investing that goes beyond profits. From growing up with humble beginnings to building thousands of units, Jesse shares how his pivotal moment came when he realized the real impact real estate can have on people’s lives. They dive into lessons learned from...

In this eye-opening episode, host  Theresa Bartelle  sits down with  Morgan Q. Anderson, EA , CEO of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, to share real-life IRS and tax horror stories you won’t believe. From hidden debts discovered after a spouse’s passing, to embezzlement, to devastating mistakes by trusted professionals—these true stories will make your eyebrows raise and your hair stand on end. Morgan br...

Are you living from  profit to profit —or simply hoping your business survives month to month? In this powerful episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , we sit down with  Debbie Denight , an experienced bookkeeper and certified  Profit First Professional , to reveal what most small business owners never hear:  sales alone won’t save your business. 🧠 Debbie breaks down how to: Avoid financial ruin (eve...

🚀  Would you take advice from a 19-year-old who’s already made over $4 million in sales for his clients?  You should—because Drew Carmichael is the real deal. In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , host Theresa Bartelle sits down with teenage entrepreneur  Drew Carmichael —founder of  The Cultivator , a global digital marketing agency. By age 19, Drew had already launched a profitable Amazon...

In this powerful episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , we sit down with  Eric Twiggs , a top executive coach, speaker, and author of  The Discipline of Now , to tackle one of the most common enemies of financial progress and personal growth— procrastination . 🧠 What makes us delay the very things we know we  should  be doing? 💼 How does procrastination sabotage our income, businesses, and confiden...

Welcome to another episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , where we dive deep into the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to build lasting financial freedom. In this episode, Johnny Bartelle sits down with  Stoy Hall , Certified Financial Planner and founder of  Black Mammoth , to have a powerful conversation on  how African-American families can begin building generational wealth . This discussion...

What if your money could  work harder than you do —not just double, but multiply 16x over time? 📈 In this value-packed episode of  Bartelle’s Money Talk , we sit down with  Scott Yamamura , author of  Financial Epiphany and a certified financial coach, to unlock practical strategies that  anyone  can use—no matter your income level—to build a lasting financial legacy. 🚀 In this episode, we cover...

🎙️ What if losing your job—or even your leg—could lead to new income streams? In this  game-changing  episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , we welcome  Bart Merrell , the  Side Hustle Samurai  and author of  Monetize Your Mindset . From losing his leg to launching businesses, Bart shows us how the right mindset can turn any life event into opportunity. 🔥 You'll discover: How Bart  literally  moneti...

Welcome to Bartelle's Money Talk!   In this episode, we’re joined by  John Hankins , a Certified Financial Therapist with a unique journey from IT and academia to emotional money wellness. 💡  What You'll Learn : What financial therapy is and how it helps Who can benefit from seeing a financial therapist The difference between financial planning and financial therapy How emotions and money are dee...

Want to travel the world for free?  In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa Bartelle interviews  Tim Walker , founder of  Travel Multiplier , who shares exactly how you can use  credit card rewards to unlock thousands of dollars in free travel —without falling into debt. 🧳 Whether you're a budget-conscious family or a young adult craving adventure, Tim explains: ✅ What  travel hackin...

Are you a business owner constantly wondering  “Where is all my money going?”  You’re not alone — and today’s guest,  Cash Flow Mike (Mike Milan) , is here to help you uncover the hidden cash in your business and master your finances like never before. In this powerful episode, we dive into: ✅ The difference between profit and cash ✅ What it  really  means to “grow broke” ✅ How to analyze your...

In this episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa Bartelle sits down with  Mel Stubbs , a seasoned financial planner at Christie Capital Management, to help  federal employees and future retirees  understand what they MUST know  before  stepping into retirement. 📌  What You’ll Learn: The  10 key financial decisions  every federal employee should make before retirement How early retirement optio...

Are you doing  everything right  and still feel financially stuck? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. In this practical and eye-opening episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa and Johnny Bartelle sit down with  Victor Idoko , a financial planner and author, to uncover why even high-achieving people often feel like they’re not moving forward—and what to do about it. 💡  In this episode, y...

Homelessness among women is rising fast—and most of us don’t even see it coming. In this powerful and emotional episode of  Bartelle’s Money Talk , host Theresa Bartelle welcomes Dionne Payn, founder of  Women for Homes , to shine a light on the hidden crisis of  female homelessness , why it's happening, and what we can  actually do  to change the story. 💡 In this episode, we explore: Why  400,00...

Ever thought your zip code could be controlling your wallet? In this eye-opening episode of  Bartelle’s Money Talk , we sit down with  Hannah , certified financial planner and author of the viral article,  “How Your Neighborhood Is Secretly Rewiring Your Financial Brain.” 📌  Here’s what you’ll learn: How your environment shapes your money mindset (often subconsciously) Why people overbuy homes an...

Are you stuck in a 9-to-5 and wondering how to break free?  In this powerful episode of  Bartelle's Money Talk , Theresa Bartelle sits down with seasoned investor and educator  Fadi Habib  to uncover practical steps to achieve  financial freedom  through  stock market investing, options trading, and breaking out of the employee mindset. 💡 In this jam-packed episode, you’ll learn: Why the stock ma...