A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast

A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for the woman who is ready to live an abundant life full of freedom + positivity. Break free from survival mode, gain financial freedom, stay motivated, and focus on what matters most. You're invited to join the movement and start living on the brighter side of life.

EP. 189 How To Inflation-Proof Your Money 05/23/2024

EP. 188 Checking Back In With Goals + Mid-year Budget Refresh 05/16/2024

EP. 187 Choosing Life Over Stuff: Overcoming Shopping Addiction + Adopting Minimalism With Renee Benes 05/09/2024

EP. 187 Choosing Life Over Stuff: Overcoming Shopping Addiction + Adopting Minimalism With Renee Benes 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 Renee a “bigger” voice Reconnecting to nature, rediscovering childhood hobbies, and exploring new things in place of mindless spending What intentional money management looks like, how much debt Renee paid off, coming back from slip ups, + much more! GUEST BIO: Renee is a self proclaimed shopaholic turned minimalist who started documenting her journey on her blog, The Fun Sized Life in 2017. Since taking her message to social media, she’s been able to spread her message of slow, minimalist living globally. She has been featured in Parents, Marie Claire, Newsweek and more. Renee started her podcast, Unstuffed, in 2022 as a way to connect more with her audience and continues to encourage them to choose life over stuff today. GUEST CONTACT INFO: RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women 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. HOST BIO: Sami Womack is the founder of A Sunny Side Up Life. Her podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and she has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, Reader’s Digest, and more. Sami was nominated for a Plutus Award in 2023 and spends her professional time changing women’s lives through her budget coaching and personal finance education content. When she’s not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her three daughters, she’s listening to audiobooks, watching the Astros, or hiking amongst the trees in East Texas. FOLLOW SAMI ONLINE: CREDITS: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/31207937

EP. 186 How To Teach Your Kids About Money 05/02/2024

EP. 185 10 Tips To Have A Frugal Summer 04/25/2024

EP. 184 The Overlap Of Fitness & Finance: Overcoming Shame, Guilt + Judgement With Chloe Puff 04/18/2024

EP. 184 The Overlap Of Fitness & Finance: Overcoming Shame, Guilt + Judgement With Chloe Puff 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 cons) Why Chloe’s approach excludes the “all or nothing” mentality Sami’s self-care journey, the power of therapy, shopping small for a coach, and more! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: GUEST BIO: Chloe Puff is a women’s fitness trainor, specializing in pregnancy, postnatal, and corrective exercise. She is also the owner and founder of Chloe Puff Training. She’s worked with hundreds of women from all over the world, in every stage of motherhood and fitness. Her mission is to help mothers unlock their confidence and change the standard of fitness for women, especially mothers. GUEST CONTACT INFO: RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women 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. HOST BIO: Sami Womack is the founder of A Sunny Side Up Life. Her podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and she has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, Reader’s Digest, and more. Sami was nominated for a Plutus Award in 2023 and spends her professional time changing women’s lives through her budget coaching and personal finance education content. When she’s not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her three daughters, she’s listening to audiobooks, watching the Astros, or hiking amongst the trees in East Texas. FOLLOW SAMI ONLINE: CREDITS: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/30879843

EP. 183 11 Ways To Practice Financial Minimalism 04/11/2024

EP. 182 The Power of Discomfort: Going From A Toxic Life To Intentional Living 04/04/2024

EP. 181 How To Build The Habit Of Budgeting Regularly 03/28/2024

EP. 180 How Neurodivergence Affects Money, Identity-Based Personal Finance + Why Representation Matters With Ellyce Fulmore 03/21/2024

EP. 180 How Neurodivergence Affects Money, Identity-Based Personal Finance + Why Representation Matters With Ellyce Fulmore 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 financial literacy How the ADHD tax, neurodivergence, and executive dysfunction affects personal finances Actionable tips for folks with neurodivergence, the normalcy of cycling through habits, Dave Ramsey, criticizing billionaires, and more! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: GUEST BIO: Ellyce Fulmore is a queer and neurodivergent financial educator, content creator, best-selling author, and the founder of Queerd Co., a financial literacy company. Her approach to financial literacy goes beyond the conventional, focusing on the intersectionality of identities and lived experiences. Ellyce is passionate about helping her online community of over half a million find the right tools, strategies and perspective to create a life where financial stability and joy coexist. GUEST CONTACT INFO: RESOURCES: SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women 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. HOST BIO: Sami Womack is the founder of A Sunny Side Up Life. Her podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and she has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, Reader’s Digest, and more. Sami was nominated for a Plutus Award in 2023 and spends her professional time changing women’s lives through her budget coaching and personal finance education content. When she’s not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her three daughters, she’s listening to audiobooks, watching the Astros, or hiking amongst the trees in East Texas. FOLLOW SAMI ONLINE: CREDITS: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/30468783

EP. 179 Everything You Need To Know About Emergency Funds 03/14/2024

EP. 178 Why Financial Freedom Is Important For Women: A History Of Oppression + Lessons From Our Ancestors 03/04/2024

EP. 177 What Is Enough + What To Do When You Feel Like You Can’t Reach It 07/06/2023

EP. 177 What Is Enough + What To Do When You Feel Like You Can’t Reach It The nebulous idea of “enough” is the topic of conversation in the season 2 finale of A Sunny Side Up Life podcast. Most of us struggle with this concept very early in our lives, as we begin to understand complex topics and facts of life like class, race, and inequity. But how do we handle not being enough as adults when not reaching “enoughness” has real mental, physical and psychological ramifications? I explore “being enough” by discussing our inner critic, the power of therapy and trusted confidants, and how social media will never be able to tell the full story. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: The concept of enough and how most people look like they have it all together, even when they don’t How the idea of enough is a social construct + what led Millennials to think they would never measure up Redefining generational definitions of enough + setting our own precedent of what is enough for ourselves Why you need to set your goals with blinders on + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27384195

EP. 176 Investing 101 + Why You Need To Start NOW 06/29/2023

EP. 176 Investing 101 + Why You Need To Start NOW No lie: I used to think people truly meant saving cash when they said, “I’m saving for retirement.” I thought people had a vault with stacks of cash. Boy, was I wrong. In this episode, I go through what saving for retirement actually means, why you need to get started NOW and the power of compound interest. I also chat about different investing accounts, income limits and tax advantages, and where you can go online to start educating yourself about investing. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Why investing is important in the first place How to start investing today + why you should All about fractional shares, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Index Funds + investing basics The difference between an emergency fund and long-term retirement investing + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27318996

EP. 175 Making 63K Selling Our Land, How Financial Freedom Gives You Options & Allowing Your Dreams To Change 06/21/2023

EP. 175 Making 63K Selling Our Land, How Financial Freedom Gives You Options & Allowing Your Dreams To Change It was early 2020 and my husband and I were bright-eyed and bushy tailed when we bought our land. Acres of East Texas pine trees, quiet neighbors (mostly cows), and a creek. We planned to build our forever home and get old and gray on that property… until Covid hit and lumber prices skyrocketed. Our dream no longer aligned with what we needed, life happened, and we made a huge decision that changed everything. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How to be stubborn about your goals and flexible about the path to achieve them Whether or not we sold our land at a profit or at a loss What we did and what we’re planning to do with the $63K lump-sum Accepting the duality of emotion when it comes to pivoting in your life + more PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27225111

EP. 174 Everything You Need To Know About Emergency Funds 06/15/2023

EP. 174 Everything You Need To Know About Emergency Funds “Who in their right mind has $1,000 just sitting in a savings account!?” That’s what I thought when I first started Baby Step 1– back in the Dave Ramsey days– when I had $0 in savings. Fast forward to today: I’m bringing you this episode all about emergency funds and why you probably need more than $1k. And good news… I have $20k in savings now. Let me educate you all about why you need an emergency fund to begin with, how much to keep in it (hint: it’s personal to you and your situation), where the heck to keep it, and more! In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How much you should have in your emergency fund Hoarding cash in an emergency fund + breaking scarcity mindsets The importance of having a sufficient emergency fund for your lifestyle What to do if you feel guilt around spending your emergency fund money – even when it’s actually an emergency + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27155880

EP. 173 Eliminating Internalized Capitalism, Moralizing Productivity & Mental Health + Money With Alyssa Davies 06/08/2023

EP. 173 Eliminating Internalized Capitalism, Moralizing Productivity & Mental Health + Money With Alyssa Davies Alyssa Davies, content creator and published author, joins the podcast to talk about how she was able to approach her finances from a new perspective and remove the guilt and shame from spending money. We discuss financial trauma, how mental health is tied to personal finance, and why internalized capitalism is something to fight against, not praise. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Different forms of trauma in money What Coast FIRE is + steps you can take to reach it The intersection of money and mental health + adopting healthy coping mechanisms Having the tough money conversation with aging parents Why a fully funded retirement is the best gift you can give your kids + more MENTIONED IN EPISODE: GUEST BIO: Alyssa Davies is a content creator and a published author living in Calgary, Alberta. She is the founder of the two-time award-winning Canadian Personal Finance Blog of the Year, Mixed Up Money that has over 130k+ followers across social media. Through her work, she has been featured in many notable publications, including The Globe and Mail, FLARE, Global News, and more. In 2021, she was host of The Dream Team featured on CBC Gem. Alyssa has been a freelance writer for six years and enjoys writing about personal finance, homeownership, and more. When she’s not writing, you can find her enjoying some downtime with her daughter, playing soccer or daydreaming about home decor. GUEST SOCIAL MEDIA: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27078390

EP. 172 Tiny Living, Big Life: Paying Off $112K Of Debt, Living Full-Time In An RV & Intentional Spending With Kailey Maloney 05/31/2023

EP. 172 Tiny Living, Big Life: Paying Off $112K Of Debt, Living Full-Time In An RV & Intentional Spending With Kailey Maloney Can 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: 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: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/27005676

EP. 171 What Financial Trauma Is, Signs You May Be Experiencing It + How To Recover From Past Money Wounds 05/25/2023

EP. 171 What Financial Trauma Is, Signs You May Be Experiencing It + How To Recover From Past Money Wounds The term “trauma” seems to be rampant in 2023… especially on social media. Being “trauma informed,” experiencing “childhood trauma,” or having a “trauma bond” are phrases used repeatedly to describe certain pivotal and disturbing life experiences and/or mental distress. And while sometimes “trauma” is over exaggerated or used incorrectly, the current spotlight on this pervasive problem has brought, front-and-center, the need to explore it in greater depth. This leads to the question: what about trauma and money? Can you have financial PTSD? Can you experience financial trauma? How valid are these things… or are we, as a society, being dramatic when it comes to this pairing? In this episode, you’ll learn more about: What is financial trauma + who experiences financial trauma The 6 common ways financial trauma manifests itself in your body, mind, and life Ways to address financial trauma and learn healthy coping mechanisms Sami’s financial trauma: money examples she had during her childhood, how these experiences shaped her money narrative + more RESOURCES USED: CREATORS TO FOLLOW: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/26944905

EP. 170 The Realities of Content Creation, How Much YouTube Pays + Doing It Scared With Shay McMillan 05/18/2023

EP. 170 The Realities of Content Creation, How Much YouTube Pays + Doing It Scared With Shay McMillan Being a content creator sounds enticing, right? The glamor of having creative agency, working with big brands, and being paid to simply be you. Unfortunately though, like every job, it’s not all ring lights and TikTok trends. In this episode of A Sunny Side Up Life podcast, I chat with @shaybudgets, business owner, social media influencer, goal-setting expert, budget coach and more. We talk about how she started her influencer journey, the realities of juggling a full-time job and working a side hustle, how much YouTube pays, and more. Shay McMillan began her YouTube channel in 2017 and has amassed an impressive following to over 85k+ subscribers. When she’s not creating content and budget coaching, she spends time changing lives as a school-based counselor and enjoying life with her husband. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: How Shay got started on YouTube + how much money she makes monthly on the platform The disingenuous nature of everyone’s “highlight reel” on social media Pros and cons of content marketing + the importance of setting boundaries online Juggling being a full-time employee, budgeting coach, wife, and business owner + what Shay refuses to outsource + more PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group GUEST BIO: Shay is a wife, full-time employee, business owner, social media influencer, planner, goal setting expert, organizer, budget coach and more. She’s determined to create and lead a life that she absolutely loves and enjoys. This has always been her mission: to craft her perfect life. This notion started when she was a little girl and followed her as she completed graduate school and obtained a Master’s Degree. She currently works in the helping profession and thoroughly enjoys what she does. When she’s not changing lives at her day job, she helps even more people with her social media influencer career outside of her 9 to 5. GUEST SOCIAL MEDIA + LINKS: 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators’ alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/26876508

EP. 169 Why Community Matters, Financial Feminism & Centering Women + Non-Binary Folks In The Money Conversation With Regina and Angela of Women’s Personal Finance 05/11/2023

EP. 169 Why Community Matters, Financial Feminism & Centering Women + Non-Binary Folks In The Money Conversation With Regina and Angela of Women’s Personal Finance For decades, finance has been dictated by straight, cis-gendered, white males. The need for something radically different is what pushed Regina and Angela, founders of Women’s Personal Finance, to begin their online community for women and non-binary identifying folks. WPF originated from female friendship and has grown into a force of personal finance education, encouragement, and inclusion. WPF has been featured in The New York Times and Forbes and won the 2021 Plutus Award for Best Financial Content for Women. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: The power of female friendship + close-knit community during isolating experiences or environmental barriers Why Women’s Personal Finance focuses on a group of people instead of a personality or person Centering women and non-binary folks in the personal finance conversation How divorce or separation is an act of bravery + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: EP. 2 ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group GUEST BIO: The story of how WPF began dates back to 2018, when Angela wrote the blog post ‘‘. That post kicked off the beginning of a real place where women could connect and talk about money and all other things important to them and soon after the post was published, Angela created the Women’s Personal Finance Facebook community. Later that year, Regina wrote a guest post on Angela’s blog about her newly coined term . Angela and Regina cemented their friendship over the course of Regina’s son developing cancer and entering into treatment. Sometimes, great things come out of hardships. The Facebook community has now grown to over 70k members and is known to be one of the best, most supportive places on the internet. With WPF’s expanded community and mission supporters, they offer a premium community, WPF Insiders, articles about money written by other women, access to money experts, resources about all things finances, a super neat swag shop, and more. GUEST SOCIAL MEDIA + LINKS: 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/26807436

EP. 168 Top 5 Personal Finance FAQs Answered: Sinking Funds, Goal Setting & Different Debt Payoff Methods 04/30/2023

EP. 168 Top 5 Personal Finance FAQs Answered: Sinking Funds, Goal Setting & Different Debt Payoff Methods If you’ve always wanted to ask these personal finance questions, but have been too scared or embarrassed, this episode is for you. Learn all about sinking funds, goal setting, high yield savings accounts, debt payoff methods and more! In this episode, you’ll learn more about: What sinking funds are, how to set them up, and popular things to save for Realistic goal setting and tackling multiple goals at once How HYSA (high yield savings account) will change your saving game The best debt payment method for you + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: The Simple Path to Wealth: Your road map to financial independence and a rich, free life PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/26693721

EP. 166 Becoming A Certified Financial Planner®, Steps To Manage Your Own Money & When You Need Professional Personal Finance Help 04/18/2023

EP. 166 Becoming A Certified Financial Planner®, Steps To Manage Your Own Money & When You Need Professional Personal Finance Help Sami is back in season 2 of A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast! In this season 2 debut episode, Sami chats about her journey towards becoming a Certified Financial Planner®, signs you need professional financial help and what to do if you can't afford that professional help. She also catches us up on what she did during her podcast break, the different services Sami provides and to whom and what she's doing to level up her business in 2023. In this episode, you’ll learn more about: Steps to take if you can’t hire a CFP®, budgeting coach or other financial expert Details on my CFP® including: cost breakdown, time commitment and intensity level How a CFP® is different than other types of financial expert certifications What working with a CFP® or financial expert can do for you and your money + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast production: Research: Sami Womack + Vee Weir Editing: Joseph Bogumill /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/26577267

EP. 165 Money, Marriage, and Moving In To Middle-Age With Daniel Womack 11/17/2022

EP. 165 Money, Marriage, and Moving In To Middle-Age With Daniel Womack My husband, Daniel Womack, joins A Sunny Side Up Life podcast to talk about his perspective on our debt free journey, budgeting, and different client personal finance situations. Daniel and I have been married for 14 years, together 19 years. Through that time we’ve gone from half a million dollars in debt to an over three hundred and fifty thousand dollar net worth. It hasn’t always been rainbows and butterflies– and often in the personal finance space, a male partner’s perspective is missing. If you’re wondering what it’s like living with a money nerd and financial coach, this episode is for you! In this episode, we chat about: Our love story + how we each grew up with money How we ended up in debt + the actions we took to get out of it The biggest money mistakes we’ve made as a married couple (hint: Keeping Up With The Joneses) Retiring early, living an intentional life + the difference between wanting to work and needing to work Why you need to budget in cheap fun while you’re getting your financial house together so you can have rich fun in the future + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: SPONSOR(S): Listen and subscribe to their podcast TODAY! PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Audio Engineer + Editor: Podcast Support + Artwork: Research: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/25044489

EP. 164 Catching FIRE (Financial Independence/Retire Early), Preparing For A Recession & How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Early With Andy Hill 11/08/2022

EP. 164 Catching FIRE (Financial Independence/Retire Early), Preparing For A Recession & How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Early With Andy Hill Andy Hill, founder of the award-winning podcast and blog , joins the podcast to talk all things FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) and mortgage free living.. He and wife Nicole started out their money journey with $50K in debt and paid it off in less than a year. In the next 10 years, they paid off their mortgage and built their net worth to more than a million dollars. Andy and Nicole’s story has been featured in Time, CNBC, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, NBC News and more! We talk about how to prepare for a looming recession, why doing what helps you sleep at night is better than what is financially optimal in some cases and the different types of FIRE. In this episode, we chat about: What inspired Andy to get into the FIRE Movement + How he’s forged his own (balanced) FIRE path How to get the whole family on board with Financial Independence The emotional and psychological benefits to paying off your mortgage early Teaching your kids about money and passing down legacy wealth while your children are alive Coast FIRE vs. traditional FIRE + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: GUEST BIO: Andy Hill is the founder of the award-winning podcast and blog , a platform dedicated to helping young families build wealth and happiness. He and wife Nicole started out their money journey with $50K in debt and paid it off in less than a year. In the next 10 years, they paid off their mortgage and built their net worth to more than a million dollars. Andy and Nicole’s story has been featured in Time, CNBC, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, NBC News and more! When he's not talking money, he enjoys watching his kids play soccer, singing karaoke with his wife and watching Marvel movies. GUEST SOCIAL LINKS: PODCAST SPONSORS: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook 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: 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 , , , and . 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. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Audio Engineer + Editor: Podcast Support + Artwork: Research: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24943860

EP. 163 Blowing $600K, Breaking Up With Dave Ramsey & Quitting Teaching For The World Of Financial Coaching With Haley & Justin Brown-Woods 11/03/2022

EP. 163 Blowing $600K, Breaking Up With Dave Ramsey & Quitting Teaching For The World Of Financial Coaching With Haley & Justin Brown-Woods You've probably heard the saying, "It's not about how much money you have, it's how you manage that money." Well, this episode is a perfect example of why that is 100% accurate. Haley and Justin Brown-Woods from Price Of Avocado Toast Podcast joins A Sunny Side Up Life podcast to talk about their journey into the personal finance space and financial coaching, how their lives have been changed by podcasting and what it takes to work together as a Millennial married couple on money management. In this episode, we chat about: What Haley and Justin did with a $600K inheritance How tracking your money will transform your life Why Dave Ramsey got the boot from their lives The importance of spending on joy + more GUEST BIO: Haley and Justin Brown-Woods are a married millennial couple from California working to help folks normalize conversations about money through their company, Price of Avocado Toast. In their early 20's, they received a $600k payout from a wrongful death lawsuit after Justin's grandmother died of mesothelioma. They each grew up in low-income single-mother households and financial education was not a priority. So you could say, they essentially won the lottery. They spent every last penny of the $600k and then found themselves in over $220k worth of debt in just 3.5 years. In late 2019, they decided to start their journey to financial freedom and they paid off $132k in 18 months. GUEST SOCIAL LINKS: PODCAST SPONSORS: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Audio Engineer + Editor: Podcast Support + Artwork: Research: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24889455

EP. 162 Why Forcing Your Kids To Go To College Is Stupid, Starting A Launching Fund & Alternatives To Student Loan Debt 10/26/2022

EP. 162 Why Forcing Your Kids To Go To College Is Stupid, Starting A Launching Fund & Alternatives To Student Loan Debt In this solo episode, Sami deconstructs the harmful narrative of college being the one and only choice after high school and how she is using launching funds as an alternative in her own family. While statistically college increases income and earning potential over a lifetime, we must consider if this is the right path for our children and the high-stake resources needed to earn a high education degree. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about saving for your kids' future, this episode is for you. In this episode, Sami chats about: Statistics on student loan debt + earning potential of high school graduates vs. those holding Bachelors Degrees Alternatives to student loan debt and post high school education including trade schools, scholarships, etc. Case study: Sami’s college story in comparison to her husband’s career The power of a launching fund instead of a traditional college savings fund and what a launching fund is 529 plans, UTMA, UGMA, traditional brokerage accounts to save for college + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Audio Engineer + Editor: Podcast Support + Artwork: Research: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24807051

EP. 161 How Following Your Passions Can Lead To Making Money + Passive Income Truths With Jannese Torres 10/20/2022

EP. 161 How Following Your Passions Can Lead To Making Money + Passive Income Truths With Jannese Torres Jannese Torres, nationally acclaimed Latina money expert, educator, speaker, writer and business coach, joins the A Sunny Side Up Life podcast to discuss her path to financial freedom, the realities of passive income, and economic activism. Jannese became an accidental entrepreneur after a job loss led her to create a successful Latin food blog. Now she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom. Jannese is on a mission to educate marginalized communities on topics like entrepreneurship, investing and building generational wealth through her personal finance podcast, Yo Quiero Dinero. In this episode, Jannese and I chat about: How a love of cooking transformed Jannese’s life Going from $400,000 in debt to over $300,000 net worth The work, time, energy, and money it took for Jannese’s blog to make 6-figures passively Having a multi-pronged approach to your business Common misconceptions about passive income + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: https://www.delishdlites.com/ GUEST BIO: Jannese Torres is a nationally acclaimed Latina money expert, educator, speaker, writer and business coach. She became an accidental entrepreneur after a job loss led her to create a successful Latin food blog. Now, she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom. Jannese has been featured in CNBC, NPR, Buzzfeed, Business Insider, and more. She is on a mission to educate marginalized communities on topics like entrepreneurship, investing and building generational wealth through her personal finance podcast, Yo Quiero Dinero. GUEST SOCIAL + WEBSITE: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from my advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast Support: Podcast Artwork: Audio Engineer: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24743187

EP. 160 Why We Need To Stop Demonizing Credit Card Debt + How To Pay Credit Cards Off Or Use Them Strategically 10/13/2022

EP. 160 Why We Need To Stop Demonizing Credit Card Debt + How To Pay Credit Cards Off Or Use Them Strategically If you’re reading this, you likely currently have or have had credit card debt. So how do we take action to mitigate risk and stop giving huge amounts of money to greedy credit card corporations? Sami gets candid about her own experiences with credit card debt, why people find themselves drowning in it, and ways you can pay down that debt. She also explains the importance of credit scores, emergency funds, and getting your money mindset right before diving into using them strategically. If you’re struggling with credit cards in any capacity, this episode is for you. In this episode, Sami chats about: Why people find themselves in credit card debt + why that debt has spiked in the last 3 years How Sami’s family is jumping back into using credit cards strategically + healing financial trauma The importance of credit scores and why they actually matter How to pay off credit card debt and 3 proven strategies to mitigate credit card debt risk Credit card balance transfers, travel hacking, points and rewards + more SPONSOR(S): Listen and subscribe to their podcast TODAY! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: PAST EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Audio Engineer + Editor: Podcast Support + Artwork: Research: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24672792

EP. 159 Paying Off $200K+ Of Debt, Saying No To Side Hustles + Student Loan Forgiveness With Nika Booth 10/03/2022

EP. 159 Paying Off $200K+ Of Debt, Saying No To Side Hustles + Student Loan Forgiveness With Nika Booth Nika Booth, award-winning debt expert and woman behind @debtfreegonnabe, joins the podcast to discuss all things six-figure debt free journey, student loans, and Instagram Finfluencer fame. We talk about the importance of taking care of yourself, avoiding Dave Ramsey or any strict personal finance advice, building in fun money, and making sure your budget fits your life. @debtfreegonnabe has been featured in Business Insider, Bankrate, CNBC, and Yahoo Finance, just to name a few. Nika has amassed an impressive following of 70k+ on Instagram and helps people slay debt without sacrificing fun. In this episode, Nika and I chat about: How a 35 day furlough lit a fire under Nika to start her debt free journey The dangers of under-withholding and not filing taxes (hint: don’t do this) Why community has been essential during Nika’s debt payoff journey Instacart, Mercari, Receptionist and the catch-22 of gazelle intensity + side hustles Balance, boundaries, and stepping away from chasing the algorithm + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: GUEST BIO: NIKA BOOTH In 2018, Nika got serious about her debt and became passionate about all things personal finance. Today, she’s an award-winning personal finance content creator and a go-to expert on money, debt, and student loan repayment. @debtfreegonnabe has been featured in Business Insider, Bankrate, CNBC, and Yahoo Finance, just to name a few. Nika has amassed an impressive following of 70k+ on Instagram and helps people slay debt without sacrificing fun. GUEST SOCIAL + WEBSITE: ASSUL RESOURCES: Apply today : Subscribe for free : Follow me on the ‘gram Follow me on Facebook Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life 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 breaing free from survival mode, gaining financial freedom, staying motivated, and focusing on what matters most. Learn more at: HOST BIO: Sami Womack 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 , , , and . 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): This show may contain affiliate links or links from my advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast Support: Podcast Artwork: Audio Engineer: /episode/index/show/asunnysideuplife/id/24571650

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