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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
Financial Independence
Debt Repayment
Debt Management
Women Empowerment
Retirement Savings
Meal Planning
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

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Esther Bangura, a UK-based neurodivergent money coach, researcher, and podcast host, for an important conversation about managing money with ADHD and neurodivergence.

After receiving an ADHD diagnosis... more

What do financially successful women have in common?

After more than a decade of building Clever Girl Finance and speaking with hundreds of women who have built significant wealth, I've noticed something: they didn't all start in the same place, fo... more

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Lara Olutunbi, Founder and Creative Director of LarAllan, a London-based contemporary handbag brand known for timeless statement pieces that blend sculptural design, functionality, and African heritage.... more

Some of the most popular financial advice sounds great in theory, but doesn't always work in real life. After more than 10 years in personal finance and helping hundreds of thousands of women through Clever Girl Finance, I've learned that technically... more

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Recent Guests

Esther Bangura
Neurodivergent Money Coach and Certified ADHD Coach
Self-employed / Neurodivergent Money Management
Episode: 444: Managing Money With ADHD and Neurodivergence: Building Financial Systems That Work for You w/ Esther Bangura
Lara Olutunbi
Fashion designer and founder of LarAllan (handbags)
LarAllan
Episode: 442: How Lara Olutunbi Turned Her Passion Into a Luxury Brand
Emily Batdorf
Freelance writer and co-host of The Finance Girlies
The Finance Girlies
Episode: 438: How Freelancers and Creatives Can Build Financial Stability With Emily Batdorf And Cassidy Horton
Cassidy Horton
Freelance writer and co-host of The Finance Girlies
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Episode: 438: How Freelancers and Creatives Can Build Financial Stability With Emily Batdorf And Cassidy Horton
Nadia Kaye
Public school educator turned entrepreneur
Authentic Educator Consulting / Teachers Pay Teachers
Episode: 435: How Nadia Rebuilt Her Finances After Divorce, Cancer, and Major Loss
Myasi Jackson
Guest sharing her journey from group home life to college degree and financial stability
Individual interviewee
Episode: 434: 12 Years to a College Degree: How Myasi Built Financial Stability Against the Odds
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

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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 States6 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 States9 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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444: Managing Money With ADHD and Neurodivergence: Building Financial Systems That Work for You w/ Esther Bangura
Q: How should someone approach debt without shame?
Separate identity from debt, start with one debt that would bring peace, disclose to creditors to access relief options, and pursue small, consistent wins to reduce the sense of overwhelm and reclaim control.
444: Managing Money With ADHD and Neurodivergence: Building Financial Systems That Work for You w/ Esther Bangura
Q: What practical changes can someone implement today to improve their relationship with money?
Implement a money day, create specific time-bound tasks, set up automation with regular reviews, use multiple accounts to segment goals, and pair money tasks with regulation techniques (breathing, cups of tea, window-side work) to stay calm and present.
444: Managing Money With ADHD and Neurodivergence: Building Financial Systems That Work for You w/ Esther Bangura
Q: What does neurodivergence mean in the context of money management and how does it affect how people handle finances?
Neurodivergence refers to brains wired differently (ADHD, dyslexia, etc.), which affects executive function, emotional regulation, and processing. This can make budgeting feel threatening, cause avoidance, and lead to cycles of impulsive spending or stress spending. Understanding this wiring helps tailor strategies—like making tasks specific, creating calming routines, and using structure rather than forcing discipline.
442: How Lara Olutunbi Turned Her Passion Into a Luxury Brand
Q: How did you secure your first collection and first customers?
She details traveling to Europe to meet manufacturers, assembling a small team of two factories, and launching the initial collection at a UK trade fair, with her first customer being a close friend who then helped generate PR-driven growth.
442: How Lara Olutunbi Turned Her Passion Into a Luxury Brand
Q: Why was formal fashion training important for you when building a luxury handbag business?
She states formal training provided a baseline and access to industry resources (trade shows, fabric sourcing, inspiration from non-handbag sources) that help develop a signature, beyond copying existing brands.

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This show centers on practical personal finances for women and families, featuring real-life money transformations, budgeting strategies, debt payoff, and wealth-building with a focus on mindset, habits, and accountability. Episodes frequently highlight budgeting frameworks, income diversification, debt reduction, investing basics, and how to align money with personal values and life goals. A standout element is the emphasis on community, female empowerment, and actionable tools that listeners can implement immediately, often illustrated through guest experiences and step-by-step plans. The format tends to be supportive and stigma-free, blending motivation with concrete financial moves that speakers have used to recover from setbacks and bu... more

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