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The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

The Clever Girls Know Podcast is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations about money, business, and building wealth — without shame, without judgment, and without confusion. I'm Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, and I created this podcast to help you take control of your finances, build confidence, and create lasting wealth with practical strategies that actually work in real life. I share actionable tips and interview incredible guests who are navigating real life and real money decisions, just like you. Whether you're building wealth, working toward financial independe...

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Oct 6, 2026

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Episodes

251: Investing While Surviving During Uncertain Times with Jully-Alma Taveras 23.08.2022

On today's podcast episode, Jully-Alma Tavera joins us to talk about investing during economic uncertainty and high inflation. Jully-Alma Taveras also known online as Investing Latina, is a Plutus Award-winning bilingual (Spanish) personal finance expert. She writes for publications like CNBC, Time's Next Advisor, HuffPost, and others on money topics ranging from saving to investing. On her YouTub...

250: Ways To Save Money On A Limited Budget Or Low Income 09.08.2022

Trying to save money on a low income can feel challenging, but don't let a low salary deter you from your savings goals! You should not feel like you can't save towards goals like retirement or a home down payment. When you have a limited budget it can be discouraging, but don't allow that to stop you from the future that you want. Consider taking the first step today because once you do, you'll f...

249: Key Tips For Navigating A Recession And Times Of High Inflation 02.08.2022

The word recession creates a feeling of discomfort for many people and comes with a lot of negatives such as market declines, job losses, and more. Today we will discuss the impact of a recession and inflation and key tips to protect your personal finances. CATCH OUT OTHER LIVE SESSION REPLAYS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhyh7wVTaE1IZRcbGOZA_c4Hy6QdV2EHt ❤ Get the best-selling Clever G...

248: How To Be Bold And Courageous With Your Career While Creating Your Unique Blueprint 26.07.2022

On today's podcast episode, Bolanle Williams-Olley discusses what it means to be bold and courageous on your career path and provides practical guidance on exactly how you can do it. Bolanle Williams-Olley is chief financial officer and co-owner of Mancini Duffy, a technology-first design firm based in NYC. She is the bestselling author of Build Boldly, chart your unique career path and lead with...

247: Yazmir & Esther's Podcast Takeover - Choosing To Prosper Discussion 19.07.2022

Join Yazmir and Esther as their their candid thoughts about Bola Sokunbi's new book, Choosing To Prosper! ❤ Pick up a copy of Choosing to Prosper: Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, Achieving Your Life and Money Dreams: https://amzn.to/3ya5Tk8 ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/c...

246: Words Of Gratitude - Don't Give Up On Your Dreams 05.07.2022

❤ Pick up a copy of Choosing to Prosper: Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, Achieving Your Life and Money Dreams: https://amzn.to/3ya5Tk8 ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Inst...

245: Don't Let Imposter Syndrome Mess With Your Goals! 28.06.2022

Is imposter syndrome keeping you stuck? Join Bola and Yazmir to discuss chapter 8 of the new book, "Choosing To Prosper!". In this weekly YouTuBe LIVE discussion, you'll learn just what imposter syndrome is and how it can impact your life. Plus you'll also learn how Bola overcame her own imposter syndrome as well as get key tips on how not to let imposter syndrome mess with your goals. Imposter sy...

244: From Saving $179k In 2 Years To Building A Successful Full-Time Business With Jamila Souffrant 21.06.2022

On today's podcast episode, Jamila Souffrant shares her transition to building a successful business after saving $179k with her husband in 2 years. Jamila is an author and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. She is considered a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field and her work has been featured in BuzzFeed, ESSENCE, Refinery 29, Money Magazine, CNBC, CBS, Business Insider and...

243: The Parallels Between Your Health/Diet And Your Finances 14.06.2022

On today's podcast episode, Melissa Landry shares the parallels between health/diet and your finances and how to maintain a healthy approach to your overall wellbeing. Melissa is an "anti-diet" Registered Dietitian specializing in Intuitive Eating for women in bigger bodies. A former weight loss research Dietitian, Melissa left the industry to speak out on what the research shows: 95% of diets fai...

I'd Love To Meet You In NYC At The Choosing To Prosper Book Launch Event! 10.06.2022

Join us for a book signing + discussion event with Clever Girl Finance Founder Bola Sokunbi to celebrate her new book, Choosing To Prosper! This event will take place in midtown Manhattan NYC - We can't wait to see you! SCHEDULE: - 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Arrivals + Book Signing - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Discussions + Q&A sessions Get your tickets today >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/choosing-to-prosp...

242: The Good The Bad And Backlash Of Saving 100k 07.06.2022

On July 6th, 2022, Bola Sokunbi's new book, Choosing to Prosper! Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, and Achieving Dreams will be released. In it, Bola delivers an uplifting and practical message of success and resilience in the face of formidable obstacles. Join Bola and Yazmir in this special Q&A interview to discuss Chapter 5 of Choosing To Prosper! about the good, the bad...

241: How Corazon And Her Husband Paid Off $150,000 In 3 Years! 31.05.2022

On today's podcast episode, Corazon Akinyi shares how she and her husband paid off $150,000 in just 3 years! Corazon is a public health professional and personal finance enthusiast who paid off $150,000 of debt alongside her husband. Although personal finance was not a cornerstone of what she grew up on, she taught herself personal finance principles that helped her to invest in real estate, save,...

240: Get On Top Of Your Business Finances Plus Key Year-Round Tax Planning Tips! 24.05.2022

Calling all business owners and aspiring business owners - tune into this episode with Charietta Hill for key tips on how to manage your business finances! Charietta is an entrepreneur and business consultant. With over 10 years in public accounting, corporate finance and leadership. Her career expands over several industries including banking, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. She worked he...

239: People Will Always Judge You And That's Ok! 10.05.2022

Join Bola, Carli, and Yazmir from team Clever Girl Finance in this video to discuss the fact that people will always judge you and why it's important to share your story and experiences regardless, because of the people your story will positively impact! ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packag...

238: How Cassidy Paid Off $18,000 In 10 Months & Then Went On To Triple Her Income 03.05.2022

On today's podcast episode: Cassidy Horton is a personal finance copywriter and money nerd. She first became interested in finance after paying off $18,000 in debt within 10 months of graduating college. She later went on to triple her salary in two years by ditching her 8-to-5 to write for a living. Cassidy earned her MBA and bachelor's in public relations from Georgia Southern University. Today,...

237: How Real Estate Helped Ogechi Pay Off Debt, Replace Her Income & Start Building Wealth 26.04.2022

On today's podcast episode Ogechi shares how she purchased her first property at 21 and paid off her $26,000 student loan debt by leveraging real estate. Today, Ogechi is a personal, finance educator, real estate investor, coach, and founder of OneSavvyDollar. She primarily helps renters who want to become homeowners or real estate investors and homeowners who want to become real estate investors...

236: The Simplest Pleasures In Life You Can Leverage For Free! 19.04.2022

Benjamin Franklin once said, "Happiness consists more in small conveniences or pleasures that occur every day, than in great pieces of good fortune that happen seldom to a man in the course of his life." The easiest way to find joy every day is by prioritizing and enjoying life's simplest pleasures. You don't have to wait for those big moments or milestones to make you happy. Join Bola and Yazmir...

235: The Parallels Of Being A Physician And Impact Real Estate Investor 12.04.2022

On today's podcast episode, Dr. Nancy Huynh shares how she began investing in real estate alongside her demanding medical career. Dr. Nancy Huynh is a mom, physician, eye surgeon, entrepreneur, and impact real estate investor. Nancy started investing in real estate to create passive income, hoping to regain control of her time and stop trading time for money. She currently owns and operates a real...

234: Establishing The Right Mindset For Paying Off Debt 05.04.2022

On today's podcast episode, Ayana Campbell shares her journey to debt freedom as well as how you can establish the right mindset for paying off debt. Ayana is the founder of Millennial Money Guide™, and is a debt-free money coach with a passion for helping millennial women and couples get unstuck so they can ditch debt, save more, and win with money! Through her Instagram, blog, and coaching progr...

233: Starting A Business Partnership With A Friend - What You Need To Know! 29.03.2022

Think that female business partnerships have to be toxic? Think again. Tara Faquir & Leah Del Percio, co-founders of Trustate, are the examples of independent female leaders and partners who have grown together to form a company where their employees don't just come to work, they come to flourish and build a career. On today's podcast episode, they share key tips on how to build a successful busin...

232: Key Reasons Why Comparison Is A Terrible Idea! 22.03.2022

Comparing ourselves to others may seem harmless or even healthy because we see it as a way to measure up to others. But we should never compare ourselves to others because it can leave us unhappy and exhausted. Today Bola and Yazmir from team CGF will discuss three key reasons why you should never compare yourself to others. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinan...

231: Starting A Career In Fashion PLUS Affordable Styling Tips 15.03.2022

On today's podcast episode, Breanna Adams talks to us about starting a career in fashion as a fashion expert/influencer. She also shares key styling tips applicable to everyone. Breanna Adams is a fashion expert and wardrobe stylist based in Los Angeles, CA. Throughout her corporate career in fashion, Breanna has worked at iconic fashion houses - Gucci, BGBG, and bebe Stores inc. further cultivati...

230: How Doing DoorDash Helped Ayo Pay Off $45,000 In Student Loans 08.03.2022

On today's podcast episode, Ayooluwa Ijarogbe shares her personal story of how she used DoorDash to pay off $45,000 in student loans. Ayooluwa is a chartered attorney who moved to the United States to obtain her master's degree. She was determined to pay off her $45,000 school loan in 12 months completely through her DoorDash earnings. While investing aggressively on her FI/RE journey, she also te...

229: Money Lessons From The Tinder Swindler! 01.03.2022

Let's talk about the Tinder Swindler! Netflix released a documentary about a man who goes by the alias, Simon Leviev, who meets women on Tinder and deceives them into sending him a lot of money. Simon starts by meeting women in person to show him his lavish style and influence by inviting them to restaurants, five-star hotels, and private jet trips. In a short period of time, Simon gives the women...

228: Is A Financial Advisor Worth It? 22.02.2022

Have you considered getting a financial advisor? Not sure if you need one or not? How do you find the right financial advisor and what questions should you ask them? Not to worry! Today, we'll discuss what a financial advisor is, if it's worth having one, how to find one, and the key questions to ask them! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get...

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