Follow The Money: Conversations about money, finance, and the future of wealth.

Most people believe that if they earn a good income, contribute to their retirement accounts, and invest in the stock market, they're on the right path to financial freedom. But is that the whole story? In this episode of Follow The Money , Baroness sits down with Dr. Dipesh Sitaram —a practicing dental surgeon, real estate investor, and founder of Responsible Real Estate and Acuere Capital Pa...

Most people are told to save money, invest for retirement, and hope everything works out—but very few are actually taught how investing works . In this episode of Follow The Money , Baroness sits down with Deon Hargrove , founder of Smart Investors , a fintech platform designed to help people learn investing through hands-on practice using virtual money and real market data. Together, they discuss...

In this episode of Follow the Money , we sit down with Mark Hoffman, author of Rant , a thought-provoking book that examines financial accountability, institutional oversight, and the economic decisions that affect everyday people. Drawing from his experience in business, real estate, construction, and public advocacy, Mark shares the journey that led him to question widely accepted narratives sur...

In this episode of Follow the Money , we sit down with Dave Foster, founder and CEO of The 1031 Investor, a serial real estate investor, accountant, and tax strategy expert with decades of experience helping investors legally keep more of what they earn. Dave’s journey into real estate began in the 1990s with house flipping, but a painful tax experience early on pushed him to deeply explore wealth...

In this episode of Follow the Money , we explore a different way of thinking about investing in a world dominated by predictions, hype, and uncertainty. Our guest, Deb Shaw, founder of Tiltfolio, brings years of experience across venture capital, derivative trading, and international finance, including roles with Stone Eggs Group and Alibaba Group in Hong Kong. After decades in the financial syste...

In this episode of Follow the Money , we sit down with Jaden Sterling, a former Wall Street executive who made the bold shift from traditional finance to financial education and investor empowerment. Jaden takes us through his journey from discovering investing at just 14 years old, building a career on Wall Street, and eventually founding Sterling Stock Picker —a platform designed to help everyda...

What if the biggest obstacle to building wealth isn't your income... but your relationship with money? In this episode of Follow The Money , I sit down with Matt Morizio , entrepreneur, financial advisor, husband of several years, and father of eight, to explore how our beliefs about money shape nearly every area of our lives. Matt shares his journey from chasing a professional baseball career in...

Welcome to Follow The Money —where we explore how money moves, how businesses grow, and the mindset shifts that separate survival from real wealth building. I’m your host, Baroness. Now, a lot of people say they want freedom through business ownership. But the reality is… many business owners end up building jobs for themselves instead of building actual businesses. They work nonstop. They’re exha...

Welcome to Follow The Money —where we explore how wealth is built, how businesses scale, and the decisions that separate short-term success from long-term financial freedom. I’m your host, Baroness. Now, a lot of people see wealth from the outside the money, the lifestyle, the success. But what’s often hidden are the systems, strategies, and decision-making frameworks behind it all. Today’s guest...

Welcome to Follow The Money —where we explore how money moves, how wealth is built, and the systems behind financial decisions that shape people’s futures. I’m your host, Baroness. Now, when most people think about investing, they think stocks, real estate, maybe businesses. But there’s one strategy that has quietly been used by the ultra-wealthy for decades—yet often misunderstood or even discour...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we explore the fascinating intersection of systems thinking, historical patterns, financial behavior, and philosophical inquiry. I’m joined by John Zachary, a former engineering and data analysis professional whose work examines whether history itself may behave like a structured system shaped byrecurring cycles, timing, and human behavior. Through what he cal...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we explore the connection between wealth, mindset, leadership, and the daily decisions that shape financial success. I’m joined by Tony Bradshaw, author of The Millionaire Choice ,business leader, and founder of the Purpose of Wealth Live Events Series. With more than 25 years of leadership experience—including helping drive the digital transformation and grow...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we explore franchising as a pathway to ownership, wealth building, and financial freedom. I’m joined by Adam Goldman, entrepreneur, franchise coach, and founder of FranchiseCoach.net and FranchiseVisa. For nearly a decade, Adam has helped professionals transition out of traditional employment and into franchise business ownership using systems, structure, and...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we explore what it really takes to build wealth not just financially, but in a way that’s intentional, disciplined, and meaningful. I’m joined by Jacopo Iasiello, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and founder of Luxury and Wealth Group. From starting a jewelry business at just 18 to completing over 350 real estate transactions, Jacopo’s journey is a powerful...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we shift the conversation from building wealth to protecting it—especially in a world that feels increasingly uncertain. I’m joined by Gordon Phillips, a financial risk management consultant and self-described “financial unplanner,” who focuses on helping families prepare for the risks most people overlook. From inflation and market instability to litigation a...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we go beyond the surface of traditional investing to explore how hedge funds really work and what most investors are missing when it comes to risk, returns, and long-term wealth building. I’m joined by Zachary Levitt , founder of Opus One Asset Management and Sixth Turn Capital. With a background in quantitative trading and institutional investing, Zachary sha...

In this episode of Follow The Money , we explore how people can make smarter decisions when it comes to buying jewelry and understanding true value. I’m joined by Troy Perkins, a Graduate Gemologist and estate jewelry expert with over 20 years of experience in the industry. From diamonds and luxury watches to precious metals and heirlooms, Troy has seen how easily people can misunderstand value, a...

A lot of people believe the only way to succeed in business is to start from scratch and figure everything out on their own. But what if that’s not the smartest path? In this episode of Follow The Money , I sit down with Max Emma—a franchise expert and entrepreneur—to explore a different approach to building wealth through business. We talk about the realities of entrepreneurship, why many people...

Most people use money every day… but very few actually understand how the system works. In this episode of Follow The Money , I sit down with Russell Van Brocklen to break down the real story behind money—from why the US dollar still dominates globally, to the risks and realities of crypto, and how AI is quietly changing how wealth is built. We talk about how trust, history, and global power shape...

Most people grow up believing debt is normal mortgages, loans, and long-term payments are just part of life. But what if that belief is costing more than we realize? In this episode of Follow The Money , I sit down with Andy Bennetts, a financial empowerment coach who helps families rethink how debt really works and how to break free from it faster. We talk about the moment that challenged everyth...

Most people think their problem is money. But in reality… it’s their relationship with it. In this episode of Follow The Money , I sit down with Amanda Cassar to explore the deeper forces shaping how we earn, spend, and think about money. We talk about: How scarcity and abundance mindsets influence financial behavior The hidden patterns and generational beliefs affecting money decisions Why financ...

Taxes are one of the biggest expenses people face, yet most don’t fully understand how they work. In this episode of Follow The Money, I sit down with Sally Gimon to explore what the wealthy may understand differently about tax structures, wealth protection, and financial strategy. We break down concepts like the Spendthrift Trust, challenge common beliefs about taxes, and discuss what people shou...

You thought more money would solve everything… so why doesn’t it? In this episode, Baroness is joined by financial wellness expert Jennifer Edwards to break down the real reason people stay stuck financially—and it has little to do with how much you earn. From money trauma to mindset patterns and hidden beliefs, this conversation goes beyond budgeting and saving to uncover what’s really driving yo...

Money influences almost every decision we make: the careers we choose, the businesses we build, and the opportunities we pursue. Yet very few people are ever taught how money actually works. In this first episode of Follow The Money , the host Baroness introduces the purpose behind the podcast and why understanding money is one of the most powerful forms of knowledge you can have. This podcast is...