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Journey To Launch

Jamila Souffrant
Financial Independence
Financial Freedom
Personal Finance
Investing
Budgeting
Entrepreneurship
Debt Management
Financial Education
Student Loans
Mindset
FIRE Movement
Debt Payoff
Your Journey To Financial Freedom
Wealth Building
Financial Literacy
Savings
Mental Health
Jamaica
Investment
Debt Repayment

Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy.... more

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In this week's episode, Brian Portnoy simplifies the complex world of money. Brian has over two decades of experience in the personal finance space, and he's also an investor, educator, writer, and entrepreneur. In his book, The Geometry of Wealth, h... more

Ramit Sethi is New York Times bestselling author and founder of I Will Teach You to Be Rich. After 16 years in the personal finance space, Ramit is still teaching people how to set specific goals for themselves and their money. He has a unique way of... more

Myra Strober, labor economist and Professor Emerita at Stanford University and Abby Davisson, social innovation leader and career development expert, join the Journey to Launch podcast to discuss how to make conscious decisions about money with love ... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Portnoy
Author of The Geometry of Wealth, founder of Shaping Wealth
Shaping Wealth
Episode: Episode 492: The Geometry of Wealth: How to Shape a Life of Money and Meaning with Brian Portnoy REWIND
Ramit Sethi
New York Times bestselling author and founder of iwllteachyoutoberich.com
iwillteachyoutoberich.com
Episode: Episode 491: How to Live a Rich Life & Make Your Own Money Rules w/ Ramit Sethi
Abby Davisson
Social innovation leader and career development expert; former president of Gap Foundation
Gap Inc
Episode: Episode 490: Love, Money + Navigating Difficult Conversations Before You're Ready With Myra Strober & Abby Davisson REWIND
Myra Strober
Labor economist and professor emerita at Stanford University; founding director of the Stanford Center for Research on Women; first chair of the National Council for Research on Women
Stanford University
Episode: Episode 490: Love, Money + Navigating Difficult Conversations Before You're Ready With Myra Strober & Abby Davisson REWIND
Fernando Espuelas
Entrepreneur, media executive, founder/CEO of Verde, Inc.
Verde, Inc.
Episode: Episode 489: Building Through Failure, Reinvention & the Future of Money with Fernando Espuelas
Cindy Zuniga
Founder of Zero Base Budget, lawyer
Zero Base Budget
Episode: Episode 488: How Cindy Zuniga Paid Off $215,000 of Debt in 48 Months
Teri Ijeoma
Trader, entrepreneur, author, founder of Trade and Travel; financial educator
Trade and Travel; The Risk Worth Taking
Episode: Episode 487: Burnout, Boundaries, and The Risk Worth Taking w/ Teri Ijeoma
Takiia Anderson
Licensed attorney who went from deep debt to financial independence
Former Massachusetts attorney, real estate investor
Episode: Episode 486: Single Mom Takiia's Amazing Story: How She Went From $100,000 in Debt to $500,000 in Savings
Jill Schlesinger
CFP and Emmy Award-winning business analyst for CBS News; author of The Great Money Reset
CBS News; Jill On Money
Episode: Episode 485: How To Take Control Of Your Life, Make Big Changes & Reset Your Money With Jill Schlesinger REWIND

Host

Jamila Souffrant
Host of Journey To Launch, a financial freedom advocate and educator.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Love the podcast!

    I have been listening to this podcast for about 9 months. I started at the first episode. This podcast is amazing. Thank you, Jamila for all of your knowledge and financial awareness. I have read your book as well and found it to be very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MsDenise951
    United States9 months ago
  • My favorite financial podcast

    Both the book and the podcast are perfect for beginners like myself. Jamila is engaging and easy to listen to, and she teaches in a way thats practical and easy to understand

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rr.ues
    United States9 months ago
  • Holistic Financial Coaching

    I like that Jamila is holistic about her approach to finances. She covers more than just dollars and cents, but she does that too. Hearing about the emotional aspects of personal finance from a personal and structural and generational perspective, listening to everything from micro-level finance hacks to viewing finance through money choices through the lens of doing what we value the most so we don’t have death bed regrets…it’s been really REAL. I also appreciate the opportunity to learn from w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SocioloGina
    United States10 months ago
  • My Go-To FIRE Educator

    In a society with plenty of tech bros saturating the conversations around the FIRE movement, Jamila is a breath of fresh air. I love that she brings on guests from varied backgrounds and perspectives. The discussions around psychology as it pertains to money have to be my favorite. Love hearing about other women take charge of their money and life. Your conversation with Imani got me to FINALLY open up and fund my Roth IRA! Thank you!! 🥰 oh, and I requested my library order your book 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desert Rat 🖤
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and Motivational

    Jamila creates a space that’s not just about money, but about mindset, purpose, and building a life you truly want. Whether I’m walking, driving, or folding laundry, I always come away feeling more educated about the emotional side of finances. This podcast has become a go-to for me. I especially enjoy the great guests she includes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allie_Sikorsky
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Praise how interviews balance psychology with actionable steps for FIRE and investing.
Listeners praise practical, mindset-focused money guidance and transparent storytelling.
Positive feedback on diverse, women-centered guest lineup and authenticity.

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#214
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#130
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#224
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#64
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#76
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#137
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Episode 492: The Geometry of Wealth: How to Shape a Life of Money and Meaning with Brian Portnoy REWIND
Q: So what are some questions or exercises that someone can do right now to make sure that they are identifying their goals based on being wealthy, underwriting a life that matters to them versus just rich and money?
The host and guest suggest starting with values, priorities, and identity to frame goals, acknowledging that goals alone can be unreliable due to imperfect foresight; it's important to anchor plans in what truly matters and view money as a tool to support that life, not the end goal.
Episode 491: How to Live a Rich Life & Make Your Own Money Rules w/ Ramit Sethi
Q: What do you love to spend money on?
I love experiences—going out to eat in New York, time with family, and experiences with loved ones that create memories.
Episode 491: How to Live a Rich Life & Make Your Own Money Rules w/ Ramit Sethi
Q: What does rich mean to you?
Rich means having freedom over my time, options, and the ability to spend without guilt on things I love.
Episode 479: Why Women Get Penalized for Their Ambition & What We Can Do About It w/ Stefanie O'Connell
Q: Is entrepreneurship a viable path to navigate ambition biases?
Entrepreneurship can be a path for some, but it isn't universally suitable; the key is to understand the limits of negotiation within systemic constraints and to seek collective support and alternative avenues for advancement.
Episode 479: Why Women Get Penalized for Their Ambition & What We Can Do About It w/ Stefanie O'Connell
Q: What can individuals do to push back against this system?
The core solution is recognizing inequality as systemic and building communities and networks to share information, access resources, and advocate for inclusive policies, rather than trying to solo-navigate the system.

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What is Journey To Launch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, listener-friendly show centered on financial freedom, wealth-building, and money psychology. Across episodes, the host explores wealth as a life design tool, blending tactical finance strategies (saving, investing, FIRE) with mindset, relationships, and systemic factors that shape money decisions. Guests range from wealth-building authors and financial educators to healthcare professionals, technologists, and entrepreneurs, all contributing concrete frameworks, real-life journeys, and ethical considerations in finance. The format often pairs personal stories with actionable steps, making high-level concepts accessible and applicable for listeners aiming to take control of their finances and time. A notable strength is the commi... more

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7. Teri Ijeoma
8. Takiia Anderson

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