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So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh Torabi
Personal Finance
Financial Independence
Investing
Budgeting
Student Loans
Financial Planning
Retirement Planning
Financial Literacy
Retirement
Financial Education
Artificial Intelligence
Social Security
Credit Cards
Burnout
Entrepreneurship
Investment Strategies
Debt
Housing Market
Taxes
Money Management

*** 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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This week's Ask Farnoosh includes Farnoosh's best money moves in her 30's that led to more ease and financial flexibility in midlife. Plus: the cost of dinner and the iced coffee internet wars. Is it OK to bring an iced coffee to work?

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What if the reason your habits never seem to stick isn’t a lack of discipline—but the way you’ve been taught to build them?

Today, I welcome back Monica Packer, founder of About Progress and author of the new book Sticky Habits: A Woman’s Guide to R... more

How much of what you want for your life is actually yours — and how much of it has been negotiated around one very powerful question: What will they say?

What will your family say if you make more money? If you become too successful? If you leave th... more

Big changes are coming to So Money. Farnoosh shares more about the show’s 2027 evolution into a weekly, video-first podcast focused on money in midlife—and why the overwhelming response from listeners has reinforced her decision to go deeper on the f... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Allen
Co-founder of Axios; author of Simplify
Axios
Episode: 2036: The "Hell Yeah" Rule for Work, Money and Doing Less
Dr. Marisa G. Franco
Psychologist, TED speaker, professor at the University of Maryland, author
University of Maryland
Episode: 2035: The Psychology of Self Worth, Money and Success
Maria Melchor
Founder of FirstGenLiving and author of Always Have Enough
FirstGenLiving
Episode: 2032: How to Get Rich Without Leaving Your Parents Behind
Joseph Moore
Historian and professor, author of How to Get Rich in American History, 300 Years of Financial Advice That Worked and Didn't
Author, How to Get Rich in American History
Episode: 2030: How to Get Rich: 300 Years of Money Lessons
Robin Wigglesworth
Financial Times journalist; author of Trillions and A Fabulous Debt
Financial Times
Episode: 2029: The Bond Market Explained: What It Means For Your Money
Seth Godin
Best-selling author, entrepreneur, and influential thinker in marketing and leadership
Author/Entrepreneur
Episode: 2026: Seth Godin on Strategy, Fear and Finding Your Path (Encore)
Joshua Harris
Academic director of the Fordham Real Estate Institute; real estate economist and investment strategist
Fordham University
Episode: 2025: Ask Farnoosh: Are We in a Housing Bubble? Plus: BNPL Warning Signs, AI Shopping Scams & Should You Consolidate Your 401(k)s?
Liz Davidson
Founder and CEO of Financial Finesse
Financial Finesse
Episode: 2024: Meet the Woman Who Invented Financial Wellness
Bernadette Joy
Personal finance educator and former corporate executive who retired early
Episode: 2023: What No One Tells You About Early Retirement

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Farnoosh Torabi
Host of So Money

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 Kingdom8 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 States9 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 States9 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 Kingdom9 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
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    Halli Faulkner
    United States10 months ago

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2035: The Psychology of Self Worth, Money and Success
Q: What was your own personal journey with self-esteem, Dr. Franco?
Dr. Franco describes moving from a place where she avoided uncomfortable emotions to one where she embraces insecurities with care, therapy, and writing, ultimately viewing self-worth as the practice of acknowledging and supporting one's own feelings rather than denying them.
2035: The Psychology of Self Worth, Money and Success
Q: Give us sort of the attachment theory 101. What is it? Why does it have such a profound impact on our relationships in adulthood?
Attachment theory explains how early caregiver relationships form an internal template that shapes how we seek connection, trust, and closeness in adult relationships, including how we manage emotions and money, with securely attached individuals generally navigating life with more ease and balance.
2036: The "Hell Yeah" Rule for Work, Money and Doing Less
Q: How do you actually implement the 'three tools' in a busy organization or life, and what real-world results have you seen?
Allen shares examples from Goldman Sachs and Meta about cutting reports and layers of bureaucracy, which freed hundreds of hours and improved performance, illustrating how reducing complexity can improve outcomes.
2036: The "Hell Yeah" Rule for Work, Money and Doing Less
Q: Tell us about the relationship between the Simplify story and where we are currently with AI in our world.
He argues AI was supposed to multiply our capabilities but has become a source of even more complexity; the solution is to use AI to subtract from our plate rather than add to it, aligning with the three tools.
2036: The "Hell Yeah" Rule for Work, Money and Doing Less
Q: But let's start with a little personal story. What was happening in your life, Mike, that made you realize that doing too much was hurting you and your work?
Mike explains that obligations and bureaucracy built up at Axios, creating 'barnacles' that prevented people from doing their best work, and that Simplify offers a framework to remove those burdens so people can focus on the right work.

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

This show centers on practical personal finance, wealth building, and money mindset, featuring interviews with finance leaders, educators, and entrepreneurs. Episodes frequently blend actionable budgeting, retirement planning, taxes, and wealth strategies with human-interest angles like midlife pivots, parenting, and workplace benefits. A notable strength is the diversity of guests and topics, from tax strategy to financial literacy, tech costs, and debt-free wealth-building, often tying money decisions to real-life outcomes. Listeners may appreciate approachable explanations, candid stories, and timely takes on current money issues, making it a solid pick for those who want clear guidance across personal finance, career, and family finance... more

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