The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Stephanie Khumalo, an events and communications professional whose financial journey is a powerful reminder that a healthy relationship with money can be learned, and relearned. Despite growing up with a strong financial foundation and later earning an MBA, Stephanie found herself facing lifestyle inflation, consumer debt, poor credit, and delayed fi...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Easter Givens-Okoli for an inspiring conversation about building financial stability as a single mom during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. During the height of the pandemic, Easter was managing overwhelming credit card debt, caring for her household on one income, and trying to keep everything together emotionally and financially. Thr...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Vicky South for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, debt, emotional spending, and redefining success at 40. Vicky is a British expat who has spent more than 15 years living across Vietnam, India, Hong Kong, and Argentina, navigating money across multiple countries and currencies while intentionally choosing a nontraditional path. Despite bein...

Your salary keeps increasing, but somehow you're still living paycheck to paycheck. If you've ever gotten a raise, promotion, or new job and wondered where all the extra money went, you're not alone. On this podcast episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons why earning more money doesn't automatically make you wealthier, and what you can do to finally get ahead financially. We'll talk about life...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Marcia Armstrong, MBA, founder of A Purpose Life and a multi-award-winning finance educator and business consultant, for an insightful conversation about building a purpose-driven business without losing yourself in the process. With more than 15 years of experience in the finance industry, Marcia has helped individuals and organizations make strateg...

Why does financial discipline feel so hard sometimes? Why do you keep overspending even when you genuinely want to stop?  On this episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons financial discipline feels difficult, and why it has far less to do with willpower than most people think. You'll learn: Why relying on motivation keeps people stuck How your environment impacts your spending habits The system...

You know you probably shouldn't have bought it… but you did anyway. And no — it's not because you're "bad with money." Overspending is rarely just a money problem. It's emotional, behavioral, psychological, and often deeply connected to your habits, environment, and past experiences with money. On this episode, I'm breaking down the REAL reasons why people overspend, even when they know better, an...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Jamie Bosse—Financial Planner, author, and mom of four—for an empowering conversation about how to raise financially confident kids and introduce investing early. Jamie is passionate about helping young families take control of their finances while teaching children practical money skills that will serve them for life. As the author of  Investing for...

You just got married, congratulations! This is one of the most exciting chapters of your life… but it's also one of the most important times to get your money right. Because here's the truth: merging your life also means merging your finances — and if you don't do it intentionally, money can quickly become a source of stress instead of strength in your marriage. On this episode, I'm walking you th...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Deora Clairé—Digital Marketing Professional, author, speaker, and Christian bilingual singer-songwriter—for a deeply honest conversation about rebuilding your life after financial and personal setbacks. Deora opens up about her mental health crisis during the pandemic, the experience of filing for bankruptcy at 26, and the reality of starting over fr...

If you've paid off your debt… first of all, congratulations. That is a huge financial milestone. But here's the truth most people don't talk about: What you do next matters just as much as paying it off. Because if you don't have a plan, that extra money can disappear just as quickly as it used to go toward debt. On this episode, I'm walking you through 10 smart money moves to make after paying of...

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Angela Weikel, founder of The Moneta Academy, for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to rebuild your finances while navigating burnout, service work, and real life pressure.  She shares her personal journey from being nearly $80,000 in debt and emotionally overwhelmed to achieving financial stability, paying off her car, and becoming...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now If you just had a baby, or you're about to, your life has changed in a big way. And your finances? They've changed too. In this episode, I'm breaking down 8 essential money moves every new parent needs to make right now to protect their fam...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now If you've ever felt like wealth is only for "other people," you're not alone. I used to think the same thing—until I realized that building wealth isn't about luck, or hype. It's about having a system. In this video, I'm breaking down the 4...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now On this episode of the Clever Girls Know Podcast, I'm sitting down with one of you—a Clever Girls Know Podcast listener and community member—to talk about what it really looks like to start from scratch and stay consistent. I'm interviewing...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now Life has been life-ing lately… and my wallet felt it! From planned car expenses to unexpected damage costs, I had thousands of dollars hit all at once. But instead of stressing, I leaned on my systems, my savings, and my mindset, and stayed...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now You just started a new job, and that's a huge win. But before your first paycheck turns into lifestyle upgrades, there are key financial moves you need to make right away.  On this episode, I'm breaking down 7 smart money moves to make when...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now On this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Odunayo Ajayi, a Technical Program Manager at Microsoft and Clever Girls Know Podcast listener, who shares how she grew her assets from $40,000 to $1 million in just five years. Originally from...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now Everyone talks about rental properties like they're the ultimate passive income strategy, but that hasn't always been my experience. On this episode, I'm sharing the real story of how one of my rental properties turned into a stressful and...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Arden Missal, founder of She's Financially Free , to talk about how she paid off $150,000 in student loan debt in just 16 months—and completely transformed her financial future. Rejecting the...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now Managing money in a relationship is always a controversial topic. Should you use joint bank accounts, keep everything separate, or try a mix of both? On this episode, I am sharing the truth about navigating finances when you are in a commit...

My new Book - Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  is available to order now! Today is the official launch day, and I am taking a moment behind the mic to celebrate with the community (YOU!) that made it all possible! This book is a manual for navigating the "messy middle" of your money. I dive into why you abs...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now Are you wondering if it's too late to build wealth in your 30s, 40s, or even 50s? If you've ever felt like you're behind financially or missed your chance to build real wealth, this podcast episode is for you. In today's conversation, I'm b...

New Book -  Clever Girl Millionaire;  A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Rose Mendonca, career educator and founder of Teacher Talks Money , for an important conversation about how teachers can build wealth without leaving the classroom. Rose is passionate about he...

New Book  -  Clever Girl Millionaire;   A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions -  Available to order now Let me share a money mistake that still stings to talk about. Before building Clever Girl Finance, writing books, and becoming a millionaire, I made a mistake that cost me 40% of my retirement savings overnight. Yes, 40%! I'm sharing the...