Grow Your Money Podcast

In Cortisol Is Expensive: How Denying Pleasure Drains Your Wallet – Part 2, you explore how chronic stress and pleasure deprivation quietly drive costly health consequences. You connect elevated cortisol to burnout, impulsive coping behaviors, medical expenses, and lost productivity—demonstrating that neglecting joy, rest, and fulfillment is not discipline, but a hidden financial liability. This e...

You’re sick. You’re tired. You’re broke. And the silent culprit might be sitting right on your plate. 🍩🥤 In this powerful episode of the Grow Your Money Club, I’m joined by holistic health expert Dr. Shirley Jones, and we’re exposing the hidden dangers of sugar—from your health to your wealth. 🎯 We break down:  • Why sugar is as addictive as crack cocaine  • How it’s silently draining your ener...

They told us the only path to success was a degree. But the truth is, some of the most profitable, recession-proof, and scalable careers don’t require college at all—just skill, strategy, and hustle. On today’s episode of the Grow Your Money Podcast, I’m breaking down 5 high-paying jobs that can be turned into multi-million dollar businesses—no college degree required. Whether you’re fresh out of...

From Harlem’s legendary blocks to global brand boardrooms, Shay Wood is the definition of legacy in motion. On today’s episode of the Grow Your Money Podcast, I sit down with this powerhouse wife, mom, philanthropist, fashion mogul, and brand strategist to talk about: ✨ How her family became The First Family of Fashion 👗 Working with icons like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Biggie, and Kim K 🧠 Building busin...

In today’s explosive episode of the Grow Your Money Podcast, Constance Carter breaks down the truth behind the luxury brand illusion—and how it’s been costing us more than money. China just exposed the game: Hermès bags sold for $35,000 are being made for under $1,200 in the same factories. So who’s really getting the bag? We dive into:  • The real cost of luxury and status culture  • Why Black co...

🔊 Who Told You You Weren’t Enough? Too many brilliant, powerful Black women are second-guessing their success, shrinking in rooms they were built to lead in. That voice in your head saying “you’re not ready” or “you don’t belong”? That’s not intuition—it’s imposter syndrome. ➡️ 70% of people experience it. ➡️ But for Black women, it hits different. We’re breaking cycles, entering rooms our ancest...

They’re about to cut rates. But the real question is this: are you positioned to win, or are you about to get left behind? In today’s episode of the Grow Your Money Podcast, I break down what upcoming interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve really mean for everyday people, not Wall Street, not hedge funds, you. With leadership aligning around lower rates under Donald Trump, we’re entering a ne...

We’re unpacking the truth in your glass — the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to alcohol. 🍷 Is that nightly glass of wine really helping your heart — or slowly harming your health? Can moderate drinking actually be beneficial? When does sipping socially turn into something dangerous? Today on the Grow Your Money Podcast, Dr. Shirley Jones joins me to break it all the way down: ✅ The su...

Grammy-winning artist India Arie and her mother Joyce Simpson, who recently spoke out about decades-long alleged abuse at the hands of India’s father, former NBA player Ralph Simpson. On Father’s Day, they said: “The family curse stops here.” We honor their truth by diving deeper into: 🔹 The staggering statistics around sexual assault in the U.S. 🔹 Who survivors are most often assaulted by 🔹 Th...

Today on the Grow Your Money Podcast, we’re diving deep into the Jeffrey Epstein scandal—not for gossip, but for truth. This episode breaks down how money, power, and protection allowed a known predator to thrive for decades… and why that should matter deeply to Black folks, to working-class people, and to anyone building generational wealth. 🧠 We’ll uncover: Who Jeffrey Epstein really was Why bi...

Did you know that over 85% of NFL players go broke within 5 years of retirement? That Aretha Franklin, Prince, James Brown, and John Singleton all passed away without a living trust — and their families fought for YEARS over their estates? This episode is a wake-up call. I’m breaking down the three biggest reasons African Americans lose their wealth after the first generation — and what we need to...

The New Black Exodus is Here.  For generations, we’ve been begging for a seat at the table—only to realize the table was never built for us. Now, we’re walking away from the table and building our own house. 🏠 Over 300,000 Black professionals have exited corporate America in the past year. Some were pushed out. Others walked out. But all of us are waking up. This movement isn’t about resignation—...

Today on GYM, we honor D’Angelo—neo-soul architect, 4x GRAMMY winner, and the heartbeat behind Brown Sugar, Voodoo, and Black Messiah. Drop your first D’Angelo memory below. #DAngelo #NeoSoul #BrownSugar #Voodoo #BlackMessiah #RIPLegend” Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversationswithconstance/donations

🎙️ Grow Your Money Podcast: Is This Our Fight Too? Today on the Grow Your Money Podcast, we’re diving into a question that’s got the streets — and the culture — talking. With the current riots and unrest erupting in Los Angeles surrounding ICE enforcement and tensions within the Latinx community, the question for us — Black America — is: Is this our fight too? Or should we sit this one out? We’re...

7 proven strategies you can put in place right now to build generational wealth that lasts. From prioritizing education to creating family legacies, these actionable principles will help you move beyond just making money to actually keeping and multiplying it for generations to come. ✨ What you’ll learn today: ✅ How to use education as your family’s foundation ✅ Why entrepreneurship is a key to...

Was Tabitha Brown wrong for telling entrepreneurs to “get a job”? 👀 On today’s Grow Your Money Podcast, we’re breaking down this controversial statement that set social media on fire. Some say her advice is practical—your job can be the investor for your business. Others argue it kills the entrepreneurial spirit and discourages risk-taking. So, who’s right? In this episode, we’ll cover: ✅ Why ha...

Is Donald Trump dead? This weekend the internet was buzzing with wild rumors. Today on the Grow Your Money Club, we’re breaking it all down—fact vs. fiction—plus diving into other major headline news you need to know. 👀 Tune in for real talk, real perspective, and the truth behind the noise. 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Do you believe everything you see online, or do you wait for the fa...

In Cortisol Is Expensive: How Denying Pleasure Drains Your Wallet – Part 2, you explore how chronic stress and pleasure deprivation quietly drive costly health consequences. You connect elevated cortisol to burnout, impulsive coping behaviors, medical expenses, and lost productivity—demonstrating that neglecting joy, rest, and fulfillment is not discipline, but a hidden financial liability. This e...

✨ Dating & Finding Love Over 40: Real Talk on the Grown Folks Edition ✨ Today on the Grow Your Money Podcast, we’re getting all the way real about dating and finding love after 40. Whether you’re divorced, widowed, or just single and ready to mingle, the game has changed — but love is still out there waiting for you! I’m bringing together a powerhouse panel to break down: 💥 The myths of dat...

The Fed just cut interest rates — but what does that really mean for US? For Black families and entrepreneurs, this could be the window to: ✅ Lock in lower mortgage or refinance rates ✅ Access cheaper business funding ✅ See more hiring & job opportunities ⚠️ But here’s the flip side:  • If your credit isn’t strong, lenders may still shut the door.  • Essentials like rent, food, and gas won’...

Today on Grow Your Money with Dr. Shirley, we’re diving deep into a topic that hits home for so many families—lung cancer. We’ll break down the leading causes beyond smoking, how early detection can save lives, and what lifestyle choices can help reduce your risk. Dr. Shirley will share powerful insights on prevention, holistic healing options, and how your environment and daily habits may be sile...

Did you know you could be healing trauma you never personally experienced—but were born with? It’s called transgenerational trauma—the emotional, mental, and even physical wounds passed down through bloodlines. From slavery to segregation, from redlining to racism, from unspoken abuse to silent suffering… so many of us are carrying pain that didn’t start with us. But guess what? It can end with yo...

6 Critical Mistakes Dame Dash made to lose his fortune In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how Dame Dash — the bold, brilliant co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records — went from music mogul to battling lawsuits and losing his empire. I’m breaking down the 6 critical mistakes that cost him millions, so you don’t repeat those same traps on your journey to generational wealth. 🎯 What you’l...

Today, April Sampé and I are diving into the art of courting—what it really means, how it has evolved, and why it still matters. We’ll explore the balance between old-school traditions and modern relationships, unpack how intentionality plays into love, and discuss what healthy pursuit looks like in 2025. Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this conversation will give you insights into conn...

They said Black wealth would hit zero by 2053… but they didn’t account for us. 💪🏾 We have the Internet. AI. And each other. Today on #MoneyMonday, I’m breaking down how you can start a business using AI — the great equalizer. You don’t need a team, investors, or a degree. All you need is your phone, your creativity, and a willingness to learn. ✨ Learn how to: 💼 Start a business in 24 hours usi...