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So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh Torabi
Financial Independence
Personal Finance
Financial Literacy
Investing
Entrepreneurship
Student Loans
Financial Planning
Retirement Planning
Budgeting
Credit Cards
Financial Education
Menopause
Money Management
Investment Strategies
Burnout
Estate Planning
Artificial Intelligence
Social Security
Federal Reserve
Wealth Building

*** Named a Best Podcast By The New York Times, Time Magazine, Real Simple and MSNBC *** Host Farnoosh Torabi is an award-winning financial strategist, TV host and bestselling author. With over 40 million downloads and multiple Webby wins, So Money is dedicated to sharing inspiring money strategies and stories straight from today's financial leaders, bestselling authors and entrepreneurs. One day,... more

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It’s rare in personal finance that someone comes along and doesn’t just offer advice—but completely rewires how we think about money, work, and what it means to live a good life.

My guest today did exactly that.

Pete Adeney—better known as Mr. Mone... more

This week on Ask Farnoosh, Farnoosh tackles some of the biggest personal finance questions listeners are wrestling with right now, from AI-powered banking tools to buying a home in today’s expensive market and whether it’s smart to pay off debt early... more

Today’s episode is about neurodivergence, the workplace, and a question that more families and employers are beginning to confront: Why are so many talented people still struggling to get hired and succeed at work simply because the systems around th... more

Women today are more educated than ever. More ambitious than ever. More likely to be breadwinners, business owners, and leaders in their households and communities. And yet — despite decades of progress — the pay gap persists, women continue to hit b... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Genova
Associate Director of the Center for Autism Research at Kessler Foundation
Kessler Foundation
Episode: 1985: Autism, Employment & the Workplace Gap No One Talks About
Carrie Joy Grimes
Former union organizer, author of The Joy of Money
Author of The Joy of Money
Episode: 1982: The Joy of Money in an Anxious Economy
Simone Stolzoff
Author of How to Not Know
Author, How to Not Know
Episode: 1981: Why Uncertainty Might Be Your Superpower
Laura Vanderkam
Author of Big Time
Author, Big Time
Episode: 1978: The Science of Getting Your Time Back with Laura Vanderkam, Author of Big Time
Heather Bonaparthe
financial expert and attorney, co-author of Money Together
Money Together (co-author)
Episode: 1973: Strangers: A Review of the Marriage Memoir Everyone's Talking About
Caroline Palmer
Former Vogue editor and author of Workhorse
Vogue, author
Episode: 1972: The Price of Ambition: Inside Vogue, Power, and Reinvention with Caroline Palmer
Liz Lidgett
Founder of a gallery championing emerging artists; author of Art for Everyone
Gallery founder | Author
Episode: 1970: How to Start an Art Collection on a Budget, No Overwhelm
Amy Chan
Author of UNSINGLE; founder of Breakup Bootcamp and Dating Bootcamps
Author, Breakup Bootcamp
Episode: 1969: The Science of Attraction and Why Dating Is Still Financially Complicated
Pete Adeney
Avid surfer, entrepreneur, and author known for the Mr. Money Mustache FIRE movement
Mr. Money Mustache (blog/brand)
Episode: 1967: Mr. Money Mustache Is Back. Ten Years Later. Life After Early Retirement

Host

Farnoosh Torabi
Host of the show (financial strategist, author, TV host)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Paying for College Without Losing Your Future

    Listening to this conversation reminded me how financial decisions shape more than a student’s education, they also shape a family’s long-term confidence and sense of possibility. The way you explored lived experience alongside practical insights makes something complex feel accessible and hopeful, and that kind of guidance can shift how families think about education and financial freedom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Unsubscribed when I heard her say “I asked chat gpt”

    That’s it…I don’t want listen to people who ask robots to do their thinking. Boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tdhgshj
    United States5 months ago
  • So Money is one of the best!

    I’ve been listening for about 5 years now and have learned so much in that time! Farnoosh brings relevant news and guests to the show every episode and even answers listeners’ questions on Fridays. She makes every subject very approachable and engaging while giving her thoughts on subjects as well. I always look forward to learning something new when a So Money episode comes on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    99jel
    United States5 months ago
  • Demographic Change as Strategic Reality

    This conversation did something important, it didn’t just present data, it unpacked how shifting population patterns will reframe economic, social, and strategic choices for generations to come. When fewer children alters everything from labour dynamics to consumer behaviour, the world doesn’t just adapt… it reinvents the rules of value creation and resource allocation. Thank you for turning numbers into meaning that leaders can actually act on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Grateful.

    As a 41-year-old mom going through a divorce, I am deeply grateful for this show. Finances have always intimated me, but Farnoosh makes the topics friendly, accessible, and fun. Thank you, Farnoosh, for educating and empowering me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Halli Faulkner
    United States6 months ago

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Guests are diverse and the conversations feel approachable for a wide audience.
The show is often described as empowering, with helpful insights on budgeting, investing, and debt.
Listeners praise the host's clarity, empathy, and practical money guidance.

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1982: The Joy of Money in an Anxious Economy
Q: What are some of the financial decisions people make because they've been told they must own a home or follow a traditional path, and how can they find joy instead?
The host and guest discuss re-evaluating mainstream milestones like home ownership and college, weighing costs and long-term happiness, and prioritizing personal joy and security over societal pressure.
1982: The Joy of Money in an Anxious Economy
Q: Tell us about your comeuppance in the world of personal finance.
Carrie shares her early life challenges, including moving out young, incurring credit card debt, paying through college, and eventually building financial security through learning, experimentation, and a shift away from guilt-driven advice toward practical, compassionate money management.
1977: Ask Farnoosh: How Much Should We Pay for College? Plus: Her Investments Went Missing
Q: What should we pay for college?
Reframe the question to focus on value and ROI, considering future earnings, internships, network effects, and whether a more affordable option could deliver similar long-term benefits.
1971: Ask Farnoosh: Buy Gold? Save on Travel? And My Thoughts on Strangers by Belle Burden
Q: Should I buy gold?
Gold should be a small, hedging component (about 5-10% of a portfolio) only after you have a solid foundation of emergency savings and low-cost index funds; otherwise, it's not the primary wealth builder and not a guaranteed growth vehicle.
1965: Ask Farnoosh: Smart Moves After Debt, Student Loans, How to Invest Through the Noise
Q: Jeff asks how to weave generosity into a young business model without undermining finances.
Bake generosity into the business plan as an operational decision with limits and rules; time-box charitable efforts in year one and revisit funding once revenue and margins are clearer.

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What is So Money about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, audience-facing money show that centers on personal finance with a holistic lens—combining actionable tips, interviews with financial leaders, and real-life stories. Listeners can expect guidance on saving, investing, debt, college costs, and working through money conversations, all framed through equity and inclusivity. Noteworthy is the mix of high-profile guests, approachable finance education, and timely takes on today's economic issues, along with recurring Q&A formats that help demystify money for a broad audience.

The show stands out for its accessible, empathetic style and its commitment to making complex topics feel doable for mid-career professionals, parents, and first-generation earners. Its broad guest slate—from a... more

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2. Carrie Joy Grimes
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7. Liz Lidgett
8. Amy Chan

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