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So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

Farnoosh Torabi
Financial Independence
Personal Finance
Investing
Financial Literacy
Entrepreneurship
Student Loans
Budgeting
Retirement Planning
Financial Planning
Financial Education
Menopause
Money Management
Investment Strategies
Credit Cards
Social Security
Retirement
Burnout
Estate Planning
Debt
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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This episode aired originally on May 1, 2026.

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Recent Guests

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New York Times bestselling author, personal finance expert
Corebridge Financial (partner)
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Jamie Feldman
Writer, editor and storyteller; co-host of Debt Heads
Debt Heads
Episode: 1999: Debt: An American True Crime Story
Rachel Webster
Filmmaker and producer; co-host of Debt Heads
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Episode: 1999: Debt: An American True Crime Story
Jahleane Dolné
Founder of The PostGrad Playbook
The PostGrad Playbook
Episode: 1996: The Postgrad Playbook: How to Land Your First Real Job
Beth Kobliner
New York Times bestselling author of Get a Financial Life
Author of Get a Financial Life
Episode: 1993: The New Rules for Getting a Financial Life with NYT Bestseller Beth Kobliner
Dominic Frisby
Author and financial historian
Author of The Secret History of Gold
Episode: 1990: The Story of Gold: Power, Wealth and Why People Love to Buy It
Eric Becker
Founder and co-chairman of Cresset; former co-founder of Sterling Partners
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Episode: 1988: How Great Companies — and Families — Stand the Test of Time
Pete Adeney
Avid reader of personal finance and founder of Mr. Money Mustache blog
Mr. Money Mustache / FIRE movement
Episode: 1987: What Happens After FIRE? Mr. Money Mustache on Life, Money & Reinvention (Replay)

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Farnoosh Torabi
Host of the show, financial strategist and author.

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 Kingdom5 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 States6 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 States7 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 Kingdom7 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 States8 months ago

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1999: Debt: An American True Crime Story
Q: And before we go, I would love to ask you both a professional question.
We haven't made money from the podcast yet; the primary motivation has been doing work you care about and building a craft, seeking partners and sponsors later while focusing on value and community.
1993: The New Rules for Getting a Financial Life with NYT Bestseller Beth Kobliner
Q: If you could snap your fingers, what policy change would you love to see to help Americans get a financial life more easily and equitably?
She emphasizes shoring up Social Security, expanding affordable education, and making long-term financial protections more accessible, arguing for public policy that supports saving and security for everyday people.
1993: The New Rules for Getting a Financial Life with NYT Bestseller Beth Kobliner
Q: You've worked through this field for decades now and all that you've seen. What made you want to write again?
Kobliner explains it was to update the material for Gen Z and address how the financial landscape has evolved since the original edition, incorporating new challenges like student debt, evolving education costs, and the role of technology and social media in influencing money decisions.
1998: Ask Farnoosh: Divorce, Toxic Workplaces, and Smart Home Upgrades
Q: Jen asks how she started her company and whether an LLC or S-corp is better for a founder.
She explains choosing an S-corp initially, due to specific business and ownership considerations, and stresses consulting with a CPA who understands business law and taxes to decide the best structure, as well as separating personal and business finances and setting up proper bookkeeping and accounts.
1998: Ask Farnoosh: Divorce, Toxic Workplaces, and Smart Home Upgrades
Q: Chelsea asks for platform recommendations to invest for kids and discusses custodial accounts.
The host recommends evaluating platforms by user experience and fees, noting custodial accounts as a feature to fund children's investments, and suggests starting with the listener's own accounts before expanding to child-specific accounts as a way to build long-term wealth for the next generation.

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A practical, audience-focused program centering on personal finance, money mindset, and practical life skills. Episodes frequently explore debt, saving, investing, and wealth-building through guest experts ranging from psychologists and researchers to authors and branding insiders, with regular forays into time management, career strategy, and relationship finance. Noteworthy is the host's emphasis on accessible, actionable guidance, often tying money topics to everyday life, parenting, and equity considerations. The show tends to feature diverse voices that translate complex financial concepts into usable takeaways for a broad audience, including midcareer professionals, parents, and entrepreneurial-minded listeners.

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