EP. 19 Tiny Living, Big Life: Paying Off $112K Of Debt, Living Full-Time In An RV & Intentional Spending With Kailey Maloney
Release Date: 06/01/2023
Ep. 36 How To Inflation-Proof Your Money
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In Sami’s last season 3 episode, she dives into the world of inflation. What the heck inflation is, why it’s hitting your wallet harder, and what you can do to make your money more “inflation proof.” In this episode, you’ll learn more about: What inflation is, where it's at today, and who controls it 5 actionable ways to make your money more “inflation resistant” Shrinkflation, greedflation, eating cereal for dinner + much more! SOURCES: RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women ready to live an abundant life,...
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Ep. 35 Checking Back In With Goals + Mid-year Budget Refresh
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This time of year tends to be busy and chaotic, which means the goals we made in January fall by the wayside. In today’s episode, Sami reminds you to have grace with yourself, while also giving you the extra boost you need. If you feel like you’ve “been slacking” on your budgeting or goals lately, this episode will help you reset and get back on track. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Navigating goals and responsibilities during burn out or exhaustion Why being “boring” is how most folks become millionaires The importance of budgeting in fun money during your...
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Ep. 34 Choosing Life Over Stuff: Overcoming Shopping Addiction + Adopting Minimalism With Renee Benes
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Renee Benes, shopaholic turned minimalist, joins us to discuss her journey from an unaligned life to a slow, intentional, minimalist one. Renee realized she was in a toxic cycle of “stuff,” and decided to change. In 2017, she began documenting her transformation on her blog and social media. Fast forward to today and she’s been featured in global press, is writing a book, hosts a successful podcast, and continues to inspire people to ditch their stuff and embrace the true joys of life. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How downsizing and minimalism gave...
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Ep. 33 How To Teach Your Kids About Money
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If you’re a parent, guardian, or role model in a young person’s life, you will likely come up against this question at some point. In today’s episode, Sami gives listeners a step-by-step and nuanced guide on how to tackle teaching kids (or younger people) all about money. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Why most people don’t learn about person finance Tips on how to teach kids and/or younger people about money in an age-appropriate way Saving for college, the importance of modeling altruism, passing down financial literacy + more! RESOURCES: SHOW...
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Ep. 32 10 Tips To Have A Frugal Summer
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Sami gives listeners easy-to-apply tips on how to have a frugal summer. She talks about utilizing services, apps, and objects you already have, what to do when it’s too hot outside, retailers that offer reduced pricing throughout the summer months, and more! In this episode, you’ll learn more about: The magic of thrifting, garage sales, and buying second hand Preparing for activities outside of the house to save money How to involve your kids in a frugal summer Alternatives to costly destinations and much more! RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is...
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Ep. 31 The Overlap Of Fitness & Finance: Overcoming Shame, Guilt + Judgement With Chloe Puff
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Chloe Puff, owner of Chloe Puff Training, pre and postnatal women’s fitness specialist, and Sami’s personal trainer, joins the podcast to discuss how she made the transition from professional dancer to entrepreneur while on her motherhood journey. We also chat about the intersectionality of finance and fitness, the importance of personal development, how childhood shapes your adult perception of money and body, and more! In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How Chloe went from a professional dancer to a women’s fitness specialist The overlap between fitness and finance (pros and...
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Ep. 30 11 Ways To Practice Financial Minimalism
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You’ve seen “Marie Kondo minimalism” in peoples’ homes… but have you ever heard about financial minimalism? In this episode, Sami explains the benefits of financial minimalism, how you can start practicing it, and the exact number of bank accounts your family needs. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: What financial minimalism is + Sami’s financial minimalism journey Ways to be strategic with your money to get the “biggest bang for your buck” How to organize your bank accounts using Sami’s 5 account method + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: ...
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Ep. 29 The Power of Discomfort: Going From A Toxic Life To Intentional Living
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In this unfiltered episode, Sami chats about how her life has changed in the last decade: from working 60+ hours a week to deciding enough was enough. Through her darkest seasons of life, Sami emerged to fulfill her wildest dreams– and you can do it too. She also discusses mental health, the familiarity of chaos, starting a business, and more! In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Sami’s breaking point and why she decided to quit working full time How to adopt your own brand of minimalism Paying off debt, organizing finances, and having the mental capacity to manage...
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Ep. 28 How To Build The Habit Of Budgeting Regularly
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Sami chats about how you can make budgeting a regular habit and why you SHOULD! She also gives actionable tips to make this happen and explains how budgeting changed her life. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How to budget in a sustainable way Why budgeting is important for your overall financial wellness Apps, tools + mindset shifts to guide you on your budgeting journey The reason folks tend to “fail” budgeting, budgeting misconceptions, how budgeting can reduce stress + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up...
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Ep. 27 How Neurodivergence Affects Money, Identity-Based Personal Finance + Why Representation Matters With Ellyce Fulmore
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Ellyce Fulmore, Queer and neurodivergent financial educator, content creator, and best-selling author, joins the podcast to discuss how identity has an impact on the financial decisions you will and are able to make in your lifetime. We also chat about how Ellyce went from Kinesiology to finance, why representation matters in money, handling keyboard warriors, the process of writing a book, and more. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: What an “Identity-based approach” to personal finance means The LGBTQIA+ wage-gap and how Queer people need personalized...
info_outlineCan you imagine living in a 32 ft trailer with your partner, kids, and dogs? Would you go stir-crazy? Well… now you don’t have to imagine it, you can hear all about it.
Kailey Maloney, from @believeandbudget, joins the podcast to talk about how her world transformed with simple living. We discuss embracing the messy moments of life, intentional minimalism, advice for starting your debt free journey, if her and her family plan on staying in the RV for the foreseeable future, and more!
In this episode, you’ll learn more about:
- The pros and cons of “living small”
- What caused Kailey and her family to decide to move into an RV
- Practical and actionable ways to avoid overspending
- How difference seasons of life call for different financial decisions + more
PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY:
- PAYING OFF $600K+ OF DEBT, HAVING A 70% SAVINGS RATE, & THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF MONEY + INTENTIONAL LIVING WITH RACHEL RAINBOLT
- 5 MONEY CHOICES THAT HAVE CHANGED MY LIFE
- CREATING AN INTENTIONAL LIFE IN A CONSUMER CULTURE
- UNSUBSCRIBING FROM THE HUSTLE CULTURE
GUEST BIO:
Kailey is a budget expert who found joy in helping others live a lifestyle within their means, but also live their dreams. She fully believes you should listen, step out and find out, and take chances. Living tiny was always on her bucket list and so was traveling the US. Her and her family did it all debt-free!
GUEST SOCIAL MEDIA + LINKS:
ASSUL RESOURCES:
- 1:1 Coaching With Sami: Apply today
- Instagram: Follow me on the ‘gram
- Facebook: Follow me on Facebook
- The Sunny Sqad: Join the VIP Facebook Group
SHOW INFORMATION:
A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women who are ready to live an abundant life full of freedom + positivity. Sami Womack, nationally recognized money expert and finance coach guides listeners toward breaking free from survival mode, gaining financial freedom, staying motivated, and focusing on what matters most.
Learn more at: https://www.asunnysideuplife.com
HOST BIO:
Sami Womack is the brains behind A Sunny Side Up Life. Her weekly podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and her story has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, The Purpose Show with Allie Casazza, and The His & Her Money Show. When she’s not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her daughters, she’s creating content, collaborating with finance/minimalist organizations, and inspiring women all over the world to live an intentional life.
She began this journey with her high school sweetheart, Daniel, and a debt price tag of $490,000. They both took control of their family’s finances by downsizing, budgeting, and changing habits. From this experience, A Sunny Side Up Life was born.
Today, Sami owns this business helping women get through dark times and experience the life-altering magic of intentional living.
DISCLAIMER(S):
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CREDITS:
- Podcast production: Weir Digital Marketing
- Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir
- Editing: Joseph Bogumill