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The Money Nerds

The Money Nerds

Whitney Hansen

BusinessEducation

Trying to pay off debt, looking for money saving tips, and on your way to financial independence? You're in the right place. Welcome to the Money Nerds community! This podcast highlights weekly stories from people who share their secrets to financial success. Whitney Hansen interviews everyday people with weird, unique, and amazing money stories. If you are looking for a modern voice and financial tips that actually work, this podcast is for you.

Episodes

How Influencer Culture Is Quietly Draining Your Wallet

How Influencer Culture Is Quietly Draining Your Wallet

Get social with me: Instagram: @whitney_hansen_co Tiktok: @whitneyhansen10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
38min•Mar 19, 2026
Does Being a Parent Change Financial Independence? | Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung

Does Being a Parent Change Financial Independence? | Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung

About Kristy and Bryce Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung are world travelling early retirees. Their story has been featured in media outlets all over the world, including the New York Times, CBC, CNBC, Women's Health Magazine Australia, Germany’s Handelsblatt, GQ Russia, and the UK's Independent. They now spend their time helping people with their finances and realizing their travel dreams on www.millennial-revolution.com. In this episode of the Money Nerds Podcast we talk about: Optimizing expenses for children Using life insurance strategically Implementing passive income strategies to afford childcare and other costs. Traveling with a child Taking permanent family vacations and embracing world class education And even knowing if you can afford to have a kids Grab a copy of Parent Like A Millionaire What You’ll LearnResources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1h 11min•Mar 4, 2026
 Spring House Project That Make a Big Impact (Without Breaking the Bank)

Spring House Project That Make a Big Impact (Without Breaking the Bank)

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19min•Feb 25, 2026
If Money Feels Messy Right Now, Do This

If Money Feels Messy Right Now, Do This

Money Nerds! If your finances feel overwhelming, it’s usually because you’ve lost visibility — not because you’re bad with money. In this episode, I share a simple, no-shame reset to help you understand where your money is going, create a clear spending plan, and start making progress again without overcomplicating things. This is your back-to-basics guide to feeling calm and in control of your money. Download a free budget template: whitneyhansen.com/howtobudget Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20min•Feb 5, 2026
Dead Box - You NEED To Do This!

Dead Box - You NEED To Do This!

Snag The Dead Box Template: https://www.themoneynerds.com/deadbox Save 20% off with code “MONEYNERDS” Today’s guest is Jeremy Schneider. He’s the founder of Personal Finance Club and Nectarine (a platform that pairs you with a fiduciary financial advisor for a flat-fee with no ongoing commitment required). Last time Jeremy was on the pod we talked about his journey to building a $5 million net worth– this time we’re taking a different direction. In this episode we dig into a sensitive, but important topic of how to organize and collect information for estate planning in one easy-to-find place. We dive into: Where the idea of “dead boxes” came from Exactly how Jeremy organizes this info Writing an “I’m dead” email to your estate executor Protecting your financial information General tips for what to include in your own box I know this is a heavy topic for so many people, but hopefully you’re inspired to make your own and give your loved ones the gift of being able to focus on grieving instead of tackling the mountainous task of trying to figure out what the eff is going on with your finances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
38min•Jan 28, 2026
Accomplish More With the Goal Snowball

Accomplish More With the Goal Snowball

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16min•Jan 21, 2026
Own Your Time: Designing a Life You Don’t Need to Escape From | Andy Hill

Own Your Time: Designing a Life You Don’t Need to Escape From | Andy Hill

About Andy Hill Andy Hill, AFC®️is the award-winning family finance coach behind Marriage Kids and Money - a financial education platform dedicated to helping families build wealth and happiness. Andy's advice and personal finance experience have been featured in major media outlets. With over 10 million podcast downloads and video views, Andy’s message of family financial empowerment has resonated with listeners, readers and viewers across the world. His debut book, “Own Your Time: 10 Financial Steps to Put Your Family First and Escape the Corporate Grind”, will be released in January 2026. When he's not "talking money", Andy enjoys being a “Youth Sports Dad”, singing karaoke with his wife and relaxing on his hammock. In this episode we talk about: Why defining the life you want should come before financial goals How Andy redesigned his workweek to just 3 days (Tuesday–Thursday) The hidden identity crisis behind FIRE, early retirement, and “success” The $5 million thought experiment that clarifies what truly matters Navigating conflicting financial goals in marriage (and why compromise matters) Why debt freedom isn’t about deprivation—but intentional tradeoffs Andy’s Podcast: Marriage, Kids, and Money Grab A Copy Of Andy’s Book: Own Your Time Say hi to Whitney on IG What You’ll LearnResources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50min•Jan 14, 2026
Lifestyle Creep in Your 30s

Lifestyle Creep in Your 30s

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28min•Jan 7, 2026
8 Day Financial Reset Challenge

8 Day Financial Reset Challenge

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18min•Dec 31, 2025
Planning an Adventurous 2026

Planning an Adventurous 2026

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13min•Dec 17, 2025
Holiday Traditions That Don't Break the Bank

Holiday Traditions That Don't Break the Bank

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20min•Dec 10, 2025
50 Year Mortgages: Let's Run the Numbers!

50 Year Mortgages: Let's Run the Numbers!

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14min•Nov 19, 2025
*Revisit* How to Take Stock of Your Life | Jordan Grumet

*Revisit* How to Take Stock of Your Life | Jordan Grumet

About Jordan is the author of the book Taking Stock and host of the podcast Earn and Invest. He spent years as a hospice doctor. What You'll Learn In this episode we talk about: How working as a hospice physician with people that only have 6 months left to live as a hospice physician taught Jordan about personal finance Why it is so hard for us to confront the finite nature of life but why we need to How to conduct a life review The YOLO and deferred gratification spectrum How Jordan realized he was burnt out from his profession and how it related to his identity The art of subtraction How burnout can be managed and the psychology behind burnout Coast FI and Slow FI Resources Grab a copy of Jordan’s newest book Listen to Earn and Invest podcast Say hi to Jordan on Instagram Say hi to me on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58min•Nov 12, 2025
5 Minute Payday Routine

5 Minute Payday Routine

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14min•Nov 6, 2025
The Fed Just Cut Rates by .25% - What Does This Mean For You?

The Fed Just Cut Rates by .25% - What Does This Mean For You?

Get social with me: Instagram: @whitney_hansen_co Tiktok: @whitneyhansen10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11min•Oct 30, 2025
Making $1,000 Per Month Off Amazon Reviews | Kristin Stone

Making $1,000 Per Month Off Amazon Reviews | Kristin Stone

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49min•Oct 22, 2025
Quick Look Into 529s and Which One We Opted For

Quick Look Into 529s and Which One We Opted For

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15min•Oct 16, 2025
3 Weekly Money Rituals That Keep You on Track (Without Feeling Deprived)

3 Weekly Money Rituals That Keep You on Track (Without Feeling Deprived)

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23min•Oct 8, 2025
Prioritizing When Everything is Hitting at Once

Prioritizing When Everything is Hitting at Once

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16min•Oct 1, 2025
Money Mistakes People Make in Their 30s (And How to Avoid Them)

Money Mistakes People Make in Their 30s (And How to Avoid Them)

Track your old 401k accounts: Capitalize Beagle *NOTE: I have not personally used either of these, but have heard good things about each of these. VIDEO PODCAST: https://youtu.be/WZMyHTDrcBQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15min•Sep 25, 2025