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The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

Clever Girl Finance
Personal Finance
Budgeting
Clever Girl Finance
Financial Goals
Financial Literacy
Investing
Entrepreneurship
Savings
Credit Card Debt
Emergency Fund
Wealth Building
Debt Repayment
Financial Independence
Debt Management
Retirement Savings
Meal Planning
Women Empowerment
Goal Setting
Mental Health
Financial Education

The Clever Girls Know Podcast is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations about money, business, and building wealth — without shame, without judgment, and without confusion. I'm Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, and I created this podcast to help you take control of your finances, build confidence, and create lasting wealth with practical strategies that actually work in rea... more

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Latest Episodes

Building wealth as a woman isn't just about saving more or investing earlier. There are unique financial realities that many women face—and most traditional money advice doesn't talk about them.

On this episode, I share 8 important truths every wom... more

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Stephanie Khumalo, an events and communications professional whose financial journey is a powerful reminder that a healthy relationship with money can be learned, and relearned. Despite growing up with ... more

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Easter Givens-Okoli for an inspiring conversation about building financial stability as a single mom during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. During the height of the pandemic, Easter was m... more

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Vicky South for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, debt, emotional spending, and redefining success at 40.

Vicky is a British expat who has spent more than 15 years living across Vietnam, Ind... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Khumalo
Event planner focused on building relationships and community
Independent / Stephanie Khumalo
Episode: 432: When Good Money Habits Go Off Track: Recovering From Lifestyle Creep With Stephanie Khumalo
Easter Okoli
Single mother and founder of a mobile CPR business, sharing her journey from financial struggle to stability
Self-employed (Mobile CPR)
Episode: 431: Building Financial Stability as a Single Mom
Marcia Armstrong
Certified financial wellness coach, small business consultant
A Purpose Life
Episode: 428: Building a Purpose-Driven Business Without Losing Yourself
Jamie Bosse
Financial planner, author of Investing for Tweens and Milton the Money Savvy Pup series
CGN Advisors
Episode: 425: How to Raise Money-Smart Kids with Confidence and Purpose With Jamie Bosse
Deora Clairé
Senior marketing specialist at a Fortune 10 company; Christian bilingual singer, actor, author, and speaker
Fortune 10 company; author; singer
Episode: 423: Bankruptcy, Healing And Starting Over
Angela Weikel
Professional working in housing and economic stability, founder of Moneta Academy
Moneta Academy
Episode: 421: $80K in Debt to Homeowner: Angela's Financial Transformation
Nancy Ceus-Decoteau
Owner of Nurture by ND LLC, paraprofessional, pursuing education
Nurture by ND LLC
Episode: 418: From Credit Card Debt to Business Owner: Nancy's Real Money Transformation
Odunayo Ajayi
Technical program manager at Microsoft, author-to-be
Microsoft
Episode: 415: How Odunayo Went From $40K to $1M Assets in 5 Years
Arden Missal
Psychiatric Physician Assistant and Certified Financial Education Instructor
She's Financially Free
Episode: 413: Ditching $150K in 16 Months - How Arden Transformed Her Financial Future

Host

Bola Sokunbi
Host of The Clever Girls Know Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Empowering Women

    It was an honor to be on the podcast. I’m grateful for this amazing community and truly inspired. The podcast offers real conversations that encourage personal growth and confidence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NancyCeusDecoteau
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you for this podcast!

    I am so happy the day I stumbled upon this podcast last year.

    It is sooo inspiring, informative, and removes all the perceived complexities, fears, and shame from the world of personal finance and beyond. There are a few episodes that I have Re listened to multiple times. THANK YOU 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dancewheels
    United States6 months ago
  • Inspired

    I am so glad I was led to this podcast, I loved the first episode I listened too and have shared it with my daughters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melanatedyogi8
    United Statesa year ago
  • A podcast to listen weekly!

    Thank you so much for having me on this podcast. It has been an honor to be on one of the best financial podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alejandra Rojas - Founder
    United Statesa year ago
  • New investor at age 50

    Sadly, I’m starting to now be able at the age of 50 to start investing my money. This podcast is super helpful by going through the basics. Thank you so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spiritlite
    United Statesa year ago

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Helpful hosts who guide conversations with practical, non-judgmental advice.
Listeners praise the approachable, empowering tone and actionable strategies.
Guests provide inspiring, real-life journeys and actionable steps for financial improvement.
Some feedback notes pacing issues for a small subset of episodes.
The community aspect and resources cited (books, courses) are frequently highlighted as valuable.

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431: Building Financial Stability as a Single Mom
Q: How did you begin shifting your finances after the toughest period?
She turned to a structured saving approach, used her book and podcasts for guidance, and implemented small, consistent savings and debt-paydown steps, which eventually led to paying off substantial debt and building a new income path.
432: When Good Money Habits Go Off Track: Recovering From Lifestyle Creep With Stephanie Khumalo
Q: How long did it take you to pay off your debt though?
She explains it took about five years to pay off credit card debt, supported by earning growth and prioritizing payments.
432: When Good Money Habits Go Off Track: Recovering From Lifestyle Creep With Stephanie Khumalo
Q: What were the first things that you implemented from the lessons your parents had taught you to start to get out of lifestyle creep?
She describes starting with a budget and savings goals, plus staying mindful and returning to the plan when derailed.
432: When Good Money Habits Go Off Track: Recovering From Lifestyle Creep With Stephanie Khumalo
Q: So before we dive in, please tell us who you are and what you do.
Stephanie introduces herself as an event planner who values relationships, community, and culture.
425: How to Raise Money-Smart Kids with Confidence and Purpose With Jamie Bosse
Q: What is one simple daily activity parents can use to teach budgeting and value to their kids without overwhelming them?
Use everyday purchases to discuss budgets and trade-offs, like deciding how to allocate money for school supplies or treats, and track progress to show how small, consistent actions add up over time.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on real-world money matters for women, couples, families, and aspiring entrepreneurs, offering practical strategies for building wealth, paying off debt, investing, and managing money as a lifestyle. Across episodes, listeners hear from guests who share personal finance journeys, mindset shifts, and actionable steps—from debt payoff and budgeting to wealth-building pillars like real estate and entrepreneurship. The host blends warmth with clear, approachable guidance and frequently references free tools, courses, and books to help listeners take concrete next steps. A notable strength is its focus on culturally aware finance topics and encouraging financial empowerment without judgment, making it a strong fit for audiences ... more

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2. Easter Okoli
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