Money Matters

Get ready to unlock the secrets to savvy cooking and smart budgeting with Anne Milneck of Red Stick Spice. We traverse Anne's inspiring leap from culinary aficionado to the proprietor of a gourmet grocery haven, serving up indispensable advice for enhancing your meals without breaking the bank. As food costs rise, our conversation is more timely than ever—packed with tips th

Get ready to redefine your shopping strategy with the queen of thrift, Betty, as we uncover the secrets to turning thrifting into your wallet's best friend. With inflation nibbling away at our wallets, Betty shares a goldmine of tips on how to score big savings and keep your expenses in check. We journey down memory lane with her, from her humble beginnings as a teenage thrift

Get ready to navigate the complexities of tax season with confidence as we bring CPA extraordinaire Ms. Jody Buckner into the Money Matters fold. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to avoid common pitfalls and make the most of their tax returns. We're not just talking about crunching numbers; we delve into the art of timing your filings, organizing your financial

Prepare to transform a dream windfall into a lasting legacy as attorney Kurt Panouses joins us to chart a course through the exhilarating, yet treacherous, terrain of sudden lottery wealth. Hitting the jackpot might be a one-in-a-million chance, but squandering that newfound fortune is all too common. Kurt, wielding his dual expertise in accounting and law, equips us with an arsena

Who says frugality can't be fun? Jen and Jill, the dynamic duo from the Frugal Friends podcast, join us to flip the script on saving pennies and show how it's truly about managing resources with intention. Our conversation promises to redefine your spending habits, ensuring you get the most bang for your buck without sacrificing the things that bring you joy. We tackle th

Navigate the financial fog with expert guidance from Atalia Williams and Cynthia Marshall, the vice presidents who help to steer the ship at Neighbors Federal Credit Union's Collections and Support Center. Imagine a roadmap that not only helps you steer clear of fiscal pitfalls but also shines a light on the hidden alleys of credit union intricacies. That's what you'

Unlock the untapped potential within your high schooler as we traverse the exhilarating world of youth entrepreneurship with Dana Schloterer, from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA), and the inventive Caroline Sanchez of Crazy Cajun Confections. Our engaging dialogue not only peels back the curtain on YEA's inception and its symbiotic alliances with academia and commerce bu

Unlock the secrets to entrepreneurship with business consultant extraordinaire Mr. Bob Breaux, our distinguished guest on Money Matters. His journey from a paper route to owning several companies brings a unique perspective to the show, where he candidly shares the highs and lows of his business ventures. As we unpack each chapter, seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs alike will gai

Have you ever considered what happens when a person re-enters society after being incarcerated, particularly from a financial perspective? Today's episode of Money Matters brings this often-overlooked issue to the forefront of our conversations. We're joined by Christie Cheramie, Aaron Hauser, and Demetricy Moore who bravely recount their personal experiences with financi

Have you ever pondered the possibility of a debt-free college education for yourself or maybe your child? Join us on this enlightening journey with seasoned academic strategist Jeannie Burlowski, author of "Launch: How to Get Your Kids Through College Debt-Free and Into Jobs They Love Afterward." Together, we'll investigate the staggering realities of student loan de