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#75: Gary Stevenson, the most profitable trader of Citibank in 2011, grew up in poverty but found a way to reach financial freedom. He is now dedicating his life to raising awareness about income inequality. You’ll also learn:  • How he became the most profitable trader coming from a poor background  • What you can do to help stopping the growth in income inequality • What wealthy people invest in...

#74: Brian Feroldi , financial educator, YouTuber and author of the bestselling book “Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?”, guides us through the essential parts of investing in the US stock market and the psychology behind investing. You’ll also learn:  The definition of a stock Why stocks go up and down  How to start investing  Three reasons why the stock market will always recover through bad time...

#73: Chris Voss , former FBI lead hostage negotiator, known for his negotiation philosophy on tactical empathy, teaches us how to negotiate our way through any situation. You’ll learn: The ultimate question to ask in negotiations Strategies for negotiating your salary effectively Expert tips for dealing with car dealerships Chris’s best techniques to never lose a deal This episode originally aired...

#72: Allison Baggerly , founder of Inspired Budget, and author of the book ‘Money Made Easy’, is dedicated to inspiring women to confidently manage their finances. This episode is great for those (singles as well as couples) who want to learn more about budgeting and how you can pay off debt. It’s completely beginner-friendly and covers:   •⁠ ⁠What a budget is  •⁠ ⁠The step-by-step plan to start b...

#71: Dr. Anthony Youn , is a board-certified plastic surgeon, bestselling author, and anti-aging expert with a holistic approach to staying young. In this episode, he shares what you NEED to implement and the ideal food to consume to stay young. You’ll also learn:  The 4 factors that cause our skin to age The correlation between stress and skin aging The main difference between fat and sugar in ag...

#70: Christina Curtis , is a certified Master Business Coach, founder of Curtis Leadership Consulting, and author of the book Choosing Greatness. In this episode, Christina talks about greatness and the coaching techniques she applies to the leaders she works with.  You will also learn: - How she defines greatness  - How to eliminate negative self-talk and self-doubt  - The friendship audit everyo...

#69: In this episode, I’m interviewing Ryan Serhant , CEO and founder of the real estate company SERHANT , and you might recognize him from Bravo's television series Million Dollar Listing New York. Ryan and I discuss his path from a struggling actor to a real estate multimillionaire.  You’ll also learn about:  How a reality TV show helped him build his career The tools he uses to work towards the...

#68: Rachel Rodgers , CEO of Hello Seven and author of the bestselling book 'WE SHOULD ALL BE MILLIONAIRES', is my guest in today’s episode. Rachel helps people build wealth and teaches them how to make the right financial decisions.   You’ll also learn:  The difference between Broke Decisions vs. Million Dollar Decisions What holds people back from becoming a millionaire   The Magic Number of ann...

#67: Molly Fletcher, former sports agent, now entrepreneur and keynote speaker, talks about how you can reach your fullest potential and develop a champion mindset. You’ll also learn:  •⁠ ⁠How to find your purpose in life •⁠ ⁠The signs of burnout you need to look out for  •⁠ ⁠The steps to use and maintain energy efficiently Special thanks to our partners & sponsors: See how the Index by Pinger...

#66: Jeremy Schneider , founder of Personal Finance Club, has doubled his net worth by reinvesting since he retired at age 36. Think of this episode as an Investing 101 course, where Jeremy and Erika guide us through the basics of investing. It’s completely beginner-friendly, even if you’ve never invested! We cover the most common questions you have about investing, including:  - what is a stock?...

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#64: Arianna Huffington , founder of the HuffPost and Thrive Global, has been named one of the 100 most influential people on Time magazine’s list. In this episode, she is sharing her own personal story of burnout and stress and what she learnt throughout her career. You’ll also learn:  The warning signs of burnout  The best thing you can do for your performance and productivity  Why it’s importan...

#63: Dr. Marie Bragg , is an expert in food marketing and nutrition and advocates for consumers to be more aware of the marketing tactics food companies use to lure us in. In this episode you’ll learn:  The secrets food companies do not want you to know  Who food companies are targeting in their marketing campaigns  How endorsement marketing can harm consumers What to eat and not to eat Special th...

#62: Anthony O’Neal,  #1 national bestselling author and host of The Table w/ Anthony O’Neal, is helping people achieve a debt-free life and become their best version of themselves. You’ll learn:  The 5 investments to make  The ways to negotiate  3 things to do to become a millionaire  How to avoid sales tricks  Slash your debt payments Get Anthony O’Neal’s latest books:  Debt-Free Degree: The Ste...

#61: Dr. Julia DiGangi has nearly two decades of experience studying the connection between our brains and our behavior. Her understanding of stress, trauma, and resilience has allowed her to show people how to harness the power of the brain to lead more satisfying and emotionally intelligent lives. In this episode you will learn: The navigating principles of your emotions  How our actions are ded...

#60 U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and I discuss airline passenger rights! We dig into the “fine print” of airline travel so you know your rights and are fully prepared next time you travel! You’ll learn: What to do if your flight is delayed What to do if your bag doesn’t arrive on time The refund policies on cancelled flights Extra tips & tricks to know when you travel This e...

#59: Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, is a financial educator and New York Times bestselling author of ‘Get Good with Money’. In this episode you will learn:  • The difference between financial freedom and financial wholeness  • 10 steps towards financial wholeness  • The financial scam to avoid Special thanks to our partners & sponsors: Rosetta Stone: Lose the renewal fees, get a lifetime su...

#58: Mark Tilbury became a self-made millionaire and now helps others reach financial freedom by sharing his advice on social media. In this episode you will learn: How to start building an empire from a young age The different ways to invest Side hustles that can make you millions What Mark would never do with his money Special thanks to our partners & sponsors: Rosetta Stone: Lose the renewa...

#57: Dave Ramsey, a financial expert, radio host of “The Ramsey Show”, and author of The New York Times bestseller The Total Money Makeover, is my guest in this week’s episode. You will learn: Dave’s signature 7 Baby Steps for taking control of your money Three things to know about wealth Dave’s darkest moment How Dave went from bankrupt to a multi millionaire Get Dave Ramsey’s books: The Total Mo...

#56: Are our IQs decreasing? Human behavior expert Dr. Michael Muthukrishna, takes us through the interplay between cultural evolution and human behavior, and how it has shaped our world today. He shares the blueprint to set your children up for success and the most controversial ways of raising his own. We also discuss the important topic: our epidemic of mental health.  Get Dr. Michael’s new boo...

#55 Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia, former CEO of Virgin Money, and founder of the money-saving app Snoop. In this episode Dame Jayne-Anne takes us through how she worked herself to the top in a male dominated industry, and the biggest risks she’s had to take to get there. Discover what it takes to achieve success and earn the esteemed title of Dame, in this episode. Special thanks to our partners & s...

#54 Gary Vaynerchuk is a serial entrepreneur, CEO and co-founder of VaynerMedia, and is one of the most sought after public speakers alive. Today, Gary teach us why getting rich quick is a scam, how patience and following your passion is a guaranteed way to get wealthy, and the biggest mistakes you should avoid when trying to grow yourself, and your business. Special thanks to our partners & s...

#53 Timo Armoo is a 27-year-old entrepreneur who sold his business, Fanbytes, for tens of millions of dollars. Following your passion is age-old advice, but Timo explains not only why it is a terrible idea but also why it’s keeping millions of people poor. Timo outlines the four stages of business growth and the steps you must take to scale. Special thanks to our partners & sponsors: CoPilot:...

#52: Gender data gap expert Caroline Criado-Perez reveals the shocking differences in gender equality. Medical, economic and urban planning data has been mainly collected in men, and Caroline reveals how this impacts us and why we should care. Special thanks to our partners & sponsors: CoPilot : If you’ve been wanting to kickstart your health, then go to my CoPilot link erika.com/copilot to ge...

#51: Peter Sage went from self-made millionaire to imprisoned for civil contempt in one of England's toughest jails. In this raw episode, Peter shares how he maintained a positive mindset and empowered fellow inmates battling addiction and depression. He describes practical techniques for reframing challenges, managing self-doubt, and taking 100% responsibility for personal growth. Learn how Peter...