Saving With Steve

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Lisa Linkowsky, CEO and Founder of Milestone Franchising . A Certified Franchise Consultant and former multi-unit franchise owner, Lisa helps people explore whether franchise ownership could be the right next chapter for them. They discuss: What a franchise is and how the business model works The different types of franchise opp...

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Diana Bernal , speaker, executive coach, and author of Career with Intention . Diana helps professionals build confidence, overcome obstacles, and create intentional career momentum. They discuss: Why financial freedom matters when you need a way out of a toxic or unsustainable situation How staying with one employer can sometim...

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Gerda Maissel, MD, BCPA, President and Founder of My MD Advisor . As both a physician and private patient advocate, Dr. Maissel helps individuals and families navigate complex medical care and make more informed caregiving decisions. They discuss: When families should start researching care options for aging parents What to expe...

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Ray Shefska, Co-Founder of CarEdge , to discuss how consumers can negotiate smarter and avoid common mistakes when buying a vehicle. They discuss: The questions car buyers should never ask at a dealership Why negotiating monthly payments instead of total price costs consumers money How dealerships use down payments and financing...

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Nidhi Singhvi, Co-Founder and CEO of Unvault , an AI-powered platform helping consumers discover the true value of their gold jewelry in minutes. They discuss: Why Americans may be sitting on billions of dollars in overlooked gold jewelry Why people often underestimate the value of their jewelry by three times or more How artifi...

In this episode of Saving With Steve , host Steve Sexton is joined by Robert Siciliano, cybersecurity expert, bestselling author, private investigator, and CEO of Protect Now . Robert has spent decades helping consumers and businesses defend against identity theft, fraud, and the constantly evolving world of cybercrime. They discuss: How artificial intelligence is changing the landscape of financi...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Andy Williamson, the CEO and Co-Founder of ONLC Training, one of the largest privately owned IT training companies in the United States.   They discuss: How artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work and what professionals need to do to keep up Why AI fluency is becoming one of the most important skills for workers a...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Tiana Heath, the National Apartment Association Senior Manager of Industry Relations, and a multifamily property management professional with over 17 years of experience. Today, they discuss: Some simple ways renters can lower their utility bills in the summer without sacrificing comfort Where renters overspend the most when it c...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Hannah Siddiqui, the Head of Product and Operations at Solos, an Award-winning worldwide group travel company exclusively for solo globetrotters. Today, she's sharing the benefits of having your travel experience curated by experts, how to keep things on a budget, why solo travelers should book with tour companies that don't char...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Hannah Tilson, who specializes in translating complex AI concepts into simple, actionable strategies — enabling teams across organizations to confidently adopt AI in their everyday work and build AI-first operating models. Today, she's discussing t he AI skills crisis: why businesses are unprepared and how to fix it. Hannah talks...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Pamela Holt, the host and executive producer of the Amazon Prime travel series "Me, Myself & The World: The Art of Solo Travel." She's a regular on-air travel expert and has been featured on Access Hollywood and CNN Travel. Pamela has traveled to 93 countries and territories and inspires others to explore the world on their own t...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon internationally recognized for his work in natural breast reconstruction, en-bloc/total-capsule explant surgery, and the treatment of Breast Implant Illness (BII). They discuss...   Why so many women are choosing to remove their implants this year What's...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Nellie Akalp, a passionate entrepreneur, small business expert, and the CEO of  CorpNet.com , a trusted resource for Business Incorporation, LLC Filings, and Corporate Compliance Services in all 50 states. They discuss the various tax benefits of incorporating or forming an LLC. Nellie also explains:   What types of entities have...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Shari Leid, who is the founder of An Imperfectly Perfect Life®, LLC and a nationally recognized expert in connection, friendship, and personal reinvention. As a former litigator, she now helps individuals and organizations break free from outdated identities—blending heart with strategy through keynotes, retreats, and workshops....

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Jon Grishpul, Co-CEO of Maxable , an industry-leading ADU design, build, and management platform guiding homeowners through their projects from start to finish. Jon is also Co-CEO of GreatBuildz , a free service that connects homeowners with rigorously pre-screened, reputable general contractors. They discuss the following:   Why...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Reinhard Hochrieser, SVP of Product and Technology at Jumio, to break down one of the fastest-growing threats in today's digital world: dating scams. In this conversation, they discuss how these scams work, the red flags to watch out for, and practical steps to verify real matches and protect yourself.     Learn more about the sh...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Zach Gordon, Founder of Red Five Services LLC , who has served as a CPA for nearly two decades. They discuss navigating tax season with confidence — from smart write-offs to audit protection and fraud prevention. Zach breaks down how to approach deductions wisely, reduce audit risk, and protect yourself from tax-related fraud.  ...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Kathryn Larkin, the head of global benefits for Vanguard, an investment management firm. They discuss getting the most out of your benefits.   Kathryn dives into: Treating your benefits like a hidden savings layer The importance of reviewing FSA/HSA balances and your plan's eligible expenses Scheduling needed care so that dollars...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Emily Holyoake, a cyber security and intelligence expert who focuses on the human side of scams and exploitation, and has worked directly with both victims and reformed romance scammers in regards to the real scripts and escalation patterns they use. They discuss practical, listener-friendly red flags, how to protect friends/fami...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Trae Bodge, an accomplished BIPOC lifestyle journalist and broadcast commentator who has specialized in smart shopping and money-saving for over a decade. They discuss how to travel for less - from flights and hotels, to cruises and more, Trae provides tips and insights to help you save and get the most value for your money.   Le...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by  Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby , a licensed family therapist, psychologist, and bestselling author of  Exaholics: Breaking Your Addiction to an Ex Love . They discuss what people go through when they lose someone or go through a divorce. Dr. Bobby explains the steps for healing, rebuilding your identity, restoring your peace, and redesign...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Simon Horswell, Fraud Specialist Senior Manager at Entrust and a highly experienced document examination specialist with a strong background in law enforcement and fraud investigations. They discuss the most prominent scams to watch out for this year.   Drawing from his background in law enforcement, fraud investigations, and pro...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Nia Rennix, a systems advisor with more than 17 years of experience across food systems, public health, disaster response, and community infrastructure, and the Founder of RennixWeigh Group. They discuss how food systems really work, where they quietly fail everyday families, and what practical, realistic strategies people can us...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by LaChelle Johnson, Author, Speaker, Founder of the Wealth Building Lab, and Rich Life and Mindset Coach who helps first-generation wealth builders break survival cycles and design a rich life intentionally. They share a timely discussion on how to make your 2026 resolutions actually stick—long after the motivation of January fades...

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Chris Gillett, a nationally recognized headshot photographer and facial expression coach with an unconventional path to the camera. If your headshot is outdated or unflattering, it might be sending the wrong message before you ever get in the room.   Chris Gillett, a former attorney who became one of the nation's top headshot pho...