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So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh Torabi
Personal Finance
Financial Independence
Investing
Student Loans
Financial Planning
Retirement Planning
Artificial Intelligence
Financial Literacy
Budgeting
Retirement
Credit Cards
Social Security
Financial Education
Burnout
Entrepreneurship
Investment Strategies
Housing Market
Taxes
Mortgage Rates
Federal Reserve

*** 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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Today's episode is for anyone who has ever stood in the vitamin aisle reading about the exact right creatine dosage for a woman "in this stage of life" and thought... okay but where's the aisle for my retirement savings?

I'm right in the thick of th... more

What would you do if caring for a parent meant putting your own financial future—and your kids’—on hold?

That’s not a hypothetical. It’s the reality facing millions of Americans right now, including Senator Andy Kim—a father of two, a son navigating... more

Can you pause your 401(k) contributions when life gets expensive? This week on Ask Farnoosh: balancing retirement savings with immediate needs, navigating student loans after SAVE, and helping parents who have little saved for retirement. Plus, why s... more

Today I’m joined by Carrie Joy Grimes. founder of WorkMoney(opens in new tab) and the author of the new book The Joy of Money(opens in new tab). She’s a former union organizer who spent years helping workers fight for better wages and benefits while ... more

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Recent Guests

Freddy Smith
Actor turned financial educator, author of Generation F'd
Author, Generation F'd
Episode: 2044: A Million Dollar Retirement By 21 (Also, Life After the CPA Steals Your Money)
Unni Turrettini
Author, speaker, former Wall Street professional
Author of Soulware
Episode: 2042: From Burnout to Flow State: How to Achieve More Without Doing More
Trae Bodge
Co-founder of Threadneedle Alley Foundation, nonprofit helping midlife entrepreneurs with grants and mentorship
Threadneedle Alley Foundation
Episode: 2041: Starting a Business in Midlife? Here’s Where to Find the Money
Monica Packer
Founder of About Progress; Author of Sticky Habits
About Progress
Episode: 2039: How to Create Sticky Financial Habits
Denise Soler Cox
Filmmaker, speaker, and author of What Will They Say? Confront Cultural Taboos and Discover Your Inner Power.
Author
Episode: 2038: The Hidden Cost of Being "Too Much"
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
Colette Ward
Team member at Johndrow Wealth Management
Johndrow Wealth Management
Episode: 2034: Ask Farnoosh...About Farnoosh: My Midlife Financial Plan, Unveiled
Jean Chatzky
Personal finance author and journalist; author of A Forever Paycheck
Episode: 2033: How to Build a Forever Paycheck in Retirement

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Farnoosh Torabi
Host of So Money

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • I love this show but…

    I really love this show and the host, but it’s extremely disappointing that she promotes AI usage. The recent “Hell Yeah” episode was borderline dystopian. We don’t need life advice from antisocial tech-admiring guys like Mike Allen who want to optimise connection and think it’s amazing that he got advice from Meta executives. Worst podcast episode I’ve heard in a while.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SilkChiffonLeatherOn
    United States22 days ago
  • Best money show!

    Been listening to So Money for years and it’s my favorite money podcast. Farnoosh always speaks on relevant money topics and brings great guests to the show. She’s both entertaining and honest and I am always looking forward to hearing a new episode. Thanks Farnoosh!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haycassay
    United Statesa month ago
  • Interesting Guests, Shallow Interviews

    I found the interviews to be rather superficial and lacking depth. The discussions often stayed at a surface level, and the host did not seem to fully understand the underlying philosophy and ideas of her guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CasualListener365
    United States4 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom9 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

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A few listeners react negatively to AI or political topics, viewing them as misaligned with finance-focused goals.
Diverse guest slate is frequently cited as a strength.
Listeners value practical, scalable money advice that is easy to implement.

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2045: The Joy of Money (Yes, Joy.)
Q: What practical steps do you recommend for people who feel overwhelmed by money in this economy?
Start with the basics: know your money, budget, build an emergency fund (and six-to-nine months due to current volatility), pay down high-interest debt, and then decide on priorities like retirement, home ownership, and college with a focus on joy and security.
2045: The Joy of Money (Yes, Joy.)
Q: Tell us about your coming of age with money and how your background shaped your money mindset.
Carrie describes growing up in a hardworking family, early financial struggles, and a turning point where she learned to rewrite her money narrative, moving from debt and shame to confidence and financial security.
2042: From Burnout to Flow State: How to Achieve More Without Doing More
Q: Tell us about that moment when writing the book felt impossible and how you navigated it.
I couldn't force the outline or translate the intellectual framework I was used to into this personal project; stepping back, journaling, and allowing the process to unfold without a rigid chapter plan gradually revealed the book's shape, helped by a quiet, dark Norwegian January that gave me space to reflect.
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.

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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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2. Unni Turrettini
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5. Denise Soler Cox
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8. Colette Ward

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