So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

We have a megawatt fashion entrepreneur on the show - Chriselle Lim ! Across her various social channels, Chriselle has garnered a community of over 6 million global followers. Her brand portfolio spans fashion, beauty, and parenting, On the show, Chriselle and Farnoosh discuss opens up about her journey and evolution as a fashion influencer and what inspired her to start her own brand, strategies...

This week on Ask Farnoosh: Should you switch banks if you're only earning 2% on your savings account? When does it make sense to invest in home upgrades? Should a listener sell her house now or later? And what's the rule of thumb for asset allocation in your retirement portfolio? Is investing in 95% stocks too high? (This episode aired originally on June 30.) Sign up for Farnoosh's newsletter Pre-...

Guest Ana Homayoun is the author of the new book Erasing the Finish Line:  The New Blueprint for Student Success Beyond Grades and College Admission. In it she highlights the essential skills students need to move beyond a prescribed path and truly thrive in school and life. Reflecting on over two decades of working directly with students worldwide, leading academic advisor and early career develo...

This is a very special SO MONEY episode taped earlier this summer in front of a live audience at the Midnight Theatre in Manhattan. Our star guest Michelle Buteau is a comedian, author and star of Survival of the Thickest on Netflix . During our conversation, we peel back the layers of Michelle's storied life, sharing insights, anecdotes, and so much laughter. Michelle is not only a master of humo...

How does Farnoosh define "success?" How does decide which projects are worth her time, resources, and energy? Plus: listeners have questions about their options when a prospective employer makes a low initial offer, the pros and cons to filing taxes jointly with your spouse and what to do with a $25k inheritance. To learn more about supporting the victims of the Maui wildfires, click here . Subscr...

What does it take to launch a super successful podcast these days? "Podcast Princess" Hala Taha shares how she quickly built her show, Young and Profiting , to be one of the top business and entrepreneurship podcasts across all apps. Hala is also the founder and CEO of YAP Media , a full-service social media and podcast marketing agency for top podcasters, celebrities, and CEOs. Hala is also one o...

Guest Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, mental strength trainer and the host of Mentally Stronger.  She joins to share her 5 lifestyle mistakes that keep you from growing mentally stronger -- and financially better off. More about Amy: She is an international bestselling author. Her books, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, have been translated into more than 40 languages and sold...

Katie Couric has a big financial question for Farnoosh, plus 401k conundrums from the audience. And Farnoosh finally sees the Barbie movie - what does she think? Check out Farnoosh’s full op-ed piece on Katie’s website . Pre-order A Healthy State of Panic and immediately access her Scared Smart video and workbook lesson plan. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Ea...

Rich kids are perceived as free from life’s toughest challenges. “Having it all.” But being raised in affluence brings a unique set of pressures and hidden tripwires. Guest Kristin Keffeler, MSM, MAPP, is a thought leader and consultant at the forefront of a global shift in family wealth advising, known as Wealth 3.0. She works with affluent and enterprising families, rising gen, and the professio...

Manisha Thakor is the author of the new book,   MoneyZen: The Secret to Finding Your "Enough " and is on the show discussing ways we can solve this money-happiness paradox and learn to build that essential base layer of “emotional wealth.” Moneyzen   draws on science  and the stories of wide range of multidisciplinary experts from all walks of life to show   how to rip off your "Busy Badge" to put...

This week’s Ask Farnoosh: The pros and cons to overpaying a credit card for the sake of budgeting for big expenses; how to create an exit strategy from an industry that you don’t love; should I work with a financial planner if I don’t need investing help? Plus: Farnoosh’s favorite money apps. (This episode's questions originally aired on April 21, 2023.) Check out this week's episodes with Donovan...

We go behind the scenes with an in-house corporate recruiter Farah Sharghi. She is the Director of Recruiting and Human Resources at Dil Mil, a South Asian dating app based in San Francisco. She has worked as a technical recruiter at a variety of companies, including Google, Lyft, Uber, TikTok, and The New York Times and she has fast-growing social media platform where she shares her best job hunt...

To understand what’s behind existing wealth and opportunity gaps, history is sometimes our greatest teacher. But chances are when we think of the crack era, our minds go to how it was depicted in the media or political campaigns and policing in the 1980s and 1990s. Do we really know the individuals who suffered and what happened to them? And while people suffered, who profited? How do the failures...

This week from the mailbag: Thoughts on playing the lottery, investing in real estate syndication, selling a home you inherited and how much financial transparency is necessary in a marriage? Referenced on the episode: Interview with co-founders of GoodEgg Investment. Join Farnoosh's Launch Team for A Healthy State of Panic Sign up for  Farnoosh’s newsletter Pre-order  A Healthy State of Panic  an...

We have a megawatt fashion entrepreneur on the show - Chriselle Lim ! Across her various social channels, Chriselle has garnered a community of over 6 million global followers. Her brand portfolio spans fashion, beauty, and parenting, On the show, Chriselle and Farnoosh discuss opens up about her journey and evolution as a fashion influencer and what inspired her to start her own brand, strategies...

As the subscription economy continues to flourish, consumers find themselves juggling multiple subscriptions, leading to overwhelm and increased spending. Guests Sunny Israni and Monica Villar are the co-founders of LightSwitch , a game-changer that promises to create a seamless experience that brings less hassle and more savings to consumers. We discuss the key aspects of the billion-dollar subsc...

This week, Farnoosh answers listeners' questions about: Investing fees and how much is too much, strategies for living abroad, and when is it OK to pause contributions to a retirement account? Join Farnoosh's Launch Team for A Healthy State of Panic Sign up for  Farnoosh’s newsletter Pre-order  A Healthy State of Panic  and immediately access her Scared Smart video and workbook lesson plan. Learn...

Today we're discussing the climate economy, and how capitalism can be a tool for driving solutions for a greener planet. Guest Molly Wood, longtime business and technology journalist turned venture capitalist. She shares her insights into the many moving parts and hurdles behind bringing climate solutions to the forefront, innovations she's excited to see and why she's ultimately optimistic about...

We're taking a deep dive into how Gen Z consumes and advice on how they can make better financial choices.  Joining the show: Josh Rosenberg, Co-Founder of Day One Agen cy who, together with researchers at USC Annenberg Center of Public Relations, examined how Gen Z consume s -- from information and news to purchases. Also,  Aja Evans , a licensed therapist who helps clients relieve money anxiety...

This week Dorethia Kelly, nationally-acclaimed financial expert and author of # MoneyChat , joins to help answer your financial questions, including what to discuss with your partner *before* getting married, the risks to using a life insurance loan to pay off a student loan, steps to being a more environmentally conscious consumer and how to help a friend who needs financial support. Mentioned: F...

We are in conversation with negotiation expert Alexandra Carter, author of  Ask For More , learning about ways to earn more this year when you’re in a transition phase (switching jobs, recently laid off, heading back to work after a break), what we *should* negotiate for but rarely do and why being scared in a negotiation means you’re doing it RIGHT! More about Alex: She is a Clinical Professor of...

How do we decide with ease? The idea of having the power to choose, to choose a different direction, to speak up to authority, to let go, to create, to shut down, sounds good. But life isn’t always that simple. Making high-stakes decisions involving work, money, and family can be frightening. Our guest is Stef Ziev, former TV executive turned certified life and executive coach. H er new book is ca...

This week: Farnoosh offers her best relationship insights after 11 years of marriage (not financial advice, but hey!) Plus, several investing questions from the audience, including whether to cash out a low-performing portfolio, how to balance investing for retirement and paying off debt. Also, what's the deal with pet insurance? Worth it? Sign up for  Farnoosh’s newsletter Pre-order  A Healthy St...

How to find a tax expert you can trust, who really gets you, especially if you work in the creative field? Guest Hannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and purpose-driven solopreneurs. She is the founder of  Sunlight Tax , which helps tens of thousands of creative and mission-driven self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education throu...

Guest Firoozeh Dumas is the author of the New York Times bestseller Funny in Farsi, now celebrating its 20th anniversary. I first discovered Firoozeh and her book in my early twenties. Funny in Farsi gave me permission to be unapologetically Iranian or Irooni . In today's episode, we'll explore the joys and challenges of embracing a multicultural identity, the transformative power of storytelling,...