Real Money, Real Experts
Real Money, Real Experts is a personal finance podcast written and produced by AFCPE®. With an audience of financial professionals, we strive to educate and entertain with a combination of expert tips, engaging interviews, and real-life storytelling.
AFCPE® ensures the highest integrity of the financial counseling profession by certifying, connecting, and supporting diverse professionals. Our comprehensive program, the AFC® (Accredited Financial Counselor®), represent the gold standard of financial counseling certifications. And our membership community offers a place to share best practices, solve similar struggles, and access tools and resources that advance your career and enable you to better serve your clients.
Episodes
117 episodes
Voices of Symposium: Real Experts, Real Takeaways
In this special season finale, Rachael and Mary bring you voices of #ExperienceAFCPE2024 attendees directly from the symposium floor. Attendees share their experiences, key takeaways, and advice for financial educators and those entering the fi...
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Season 5
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Episode 115
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It's Not You, It's The System with Dr. Michael G. Thomas
In this powerful episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson sit down with Dr. Michael G. Thomas Jr., a financial empathy expert and lecturer at the University of Georgia, who is changing the way we th...
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Season 5
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Episode 114
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Behind the Schemes: Unmasking Financial Fraud with Robert Mascio and Lori Schock
On this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we tackle the evolving world of financial fraud and how we can break the cycle of shame that often keeps victims silent. In this exclusive sneak peek of their keynote session at this year’s ...
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Season 5
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Episode 113
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Why We Don’t Talk About Money: Exploring Financial Stigma with Wendy De La Rosa
In this thought-provoking episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Rachael and Mary are joined by Wendy De La Rosa, Assistant Professor at the Wharton School and behavioral finance expert, to dive deep into the psychology behind our financial decis...
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Season 5
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Episode 112
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Beyond Shame & Blame: Building Bold Money Habits with Syble Solomon
In this insightful episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with Syble Solomon, the visionary behind Money Habitudes and a trailblazer in the world of financial behavior. Syble shares her unique journey, from her early...
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Season 5
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Episode 111
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Just Move: From Discomfort to Progress with David Scherer and Joe Davis
In this keynote episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we’re diving into the power of movement—whether it’s moving beyond cultural gaps, moving through discomfort, or moving towards impactful change. Join us as we kick off th...
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Season 5
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Episode 110
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Money Magic: Unleashing the Genie in Your Finances with Cara Macksoud
In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with Cara Macksoud, the dynamic CEO of Money Habitudes, who shares her remarkable journey from a 15-year career on Wall Street to becoming a leading voice in the behavioral finan...
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Season 5
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Episode 109
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Empowering the Next Generation with Dr. Tiffany Murray, AFC®️
In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with Dr. Tiffany Murray, AFC®️ the Managing Director of the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development, Inc. (SFEPD). Tiffany shares her journey from leading Re...
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Season 5
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Episode 108
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Pursuing Your Passion with Jessica Medina, AFC®️
"Would you believe that all of those things are part of the AFC program? It's like a warm, fuzzy blanket that I wear at night."Jessica Medina is not throwing away her shot.This week on Real Money, Real Experts, w...
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Season 5
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Episode 107
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Advocacy in Action: Using Your Voice to Make a Difference with Raven Newberry, AFC®
This week on Real Money, Real Experts, we delve into the power of community and advocacy with Raven Newberry, AFC®. Raven Newberry is the managing director of policy and advocacy for the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE...
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Season 5
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Episode 106
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Rewrite Your Money Story with Jasmine Johnson
This week, we welcome Jasmine Johnson, Accredited Financial Counselor®️, Entertainment Accountant, and Mental Health Advocate to Real Money, Real Experts. Jasmine has spent over a decade empowering individuals and families to transform their fi...
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Season 5
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Episode 105
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29:12
Navigating Cultural Differences with Dr. Kate Mielitz, AFC®
This week, we welcome Kate Mielitz, PhD, AFC®️, CDP®️ , back to Real Money, Real Experts. Dr. Kate has 25 years of experience in financial services, including bankruptcy, fraud, financial counseling, and higher education, and she's dedicated to...
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Season 5
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Episode 104
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The Heart of A Financial Educator Unlocked with Mike Lanway
Our first podcast episode to kick off with a love story!Join Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Carlson as they sit down with Mike Lanway, CFP®, TSP expert, and self-proclaimed federal benefits "nerd." In this week's episode of Real Money, Real...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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Elevating Nonprofit Financial Coaching with the AFC with Christine Niccoli and Nathalie Kallab Racimo
On this week's episode of Real Money, Real Experts, co-hosts Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson are joined by Christine Niccoli, Director in Community Impact at United Way Massachusetts Bay, and Nathalie Kallab Racimo, AFC, Senior Homeown...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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How To Be A Servant Leader with Gilbert Rogers
"Tailor what you're doing to the audience that you're serving."-Gilbert Rogers.On this week's episode of Real Money, Real Experts, co-hosts Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson are joined by Gilbert Rogers, AFC. Gilbert is the Direct...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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28:52
The Journey to 100 Episodes with Rachael & Mary
Step into the spotlight with us as we commemorate the 100th episode of Real Money, Real Experts. In this special episode, we reminisce on the trials, triumphs, and unforgettable moments that have defined our podcast journey and look ahead to th...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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Purpose, Passion, and the Power of Pivoting with Lissa Prudencio
Join co-hosts Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson as they welcome Lissa Prudencio, AFC®, Founder of Wealth for Women of Color. In our latest episode, Lissa shares the power of pivoting and reminds us that investing in ourselves can help change ...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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36:15
Leading with Values and Stories with Sara Lohse
Join co-hosts Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson in this week's episode as they welcome Sara Lohse, AFC® and Founder of Favorite Daughter Media, to the conversation. Fueled by caffeine and unwavering passion, Sara is a master at blending story...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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27:59
Building Bridges: A Journey of Passion and Purpose with Lynne Patterson
On this week's episode, co-hosts, Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson, are joined by AFCPE Board Member and FINRA Foundation Fellow, Lynne Patterson, AFC. Lynne's expertise and passion for fostering collaboration and resilience stem from her de...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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21:20
Shake Off Financial Stress: Real-Life Money Smarts with Amanda Christensen
Are you ready for it?Join hosts Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson for an engaging episode featuring special guest Amanda Christensen, AFC, Extension Professor at Utah State University, and Founder of Utah Money Moms. In our latest epis...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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28:50
Authenticity Unleashed: Embracing Your Superpower with Amy Smith
Join hosts Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson in a captivating conversation with special guest Amy Smith, AFC, Founder of My BPD, My Money, and Member Engagement Coordinator for AFCPE. In this enlightening episode, Amy shares her inspiring jou...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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Unlocking the CEO Mindset: A Conversation with Tiffany Grant
"If you want to be a CEO, you have to start thinking like a CEO."In this episode, hosts Rachael Deleon and Dr. Mary Carlson are joined by special guest Tiffany Grant, AFC and owner of Money Talk with Tiff. Tiffany, an award-winning finan...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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What's Next With Money with Brent Neiser, CFP®, AFC®
Brent Neiser has an incredible range of work and impact in the personal finance space. Every time we connect, we learn something new! Brent started his journey as a financial planner, but his heart for service led him to a rich career in financ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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There is No "One Way" to do Personal Finance with Markia Brown, AFC
Markia Brown is an award-winning financial educator and content creator, an Accredited Financial Counselor, and an AFCPE member with a talent for making complex financial topics accessible, particularly to younger generations.Her mission...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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From the Vault: Michael Thomas on Empathy
Every December, Real Money, Real Experts takes a break to prepare for the year ahead. As we head into the busy holiday season, we're happy to re-share a fan favorite - our episode on empathy and the art of listening with Dr. Michael Th...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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