Not Starving Artists
Welcome to Not Starving Artists! I’m your host Brooke Benson, Money Coach + Equity Actor. I am your financial cheerleader, here to help you build your financial confidence and have power over your money. The best part? No budgeting or bi-weekly paycheck required. I went from a broke BFA grad having weekly panic attacks about money to a financially confident, wealth-building actor + business owner. Money gets to feel fun, simple, and sexy, and I’m going to show you how.
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How to create & hit financial goals that you won’t give up on in a month
12/26/2025
How to create & hit financial goals that you won’t give up on in a month
🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to find (& solve) your 2 biggest roadblocks to financial success
12/19/2025
How to find (& solve) your 2 biggest roadblocks to financial success
🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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The 1 Thing You Need to Do with Your Money in December
12/12/2025
The 1 Thing You Need to Do with Your Money in December
🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to not overspend during the holidays and high-stress times
11/28/2025
How to not overspend during the holidays and high-stress times
In this episode, I’m walking you through how to think about your financial wellness in this upcoming months, and practical ways to be intentional while still allowing yourself to process and grieve and whatever else you need to do to be okay right now. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to financially plan for a hiatus after grad school and feel safe with your savings [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
11/21/2025
How to financially plan for a hiatus after grad school and feel safe with your savings [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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The Real Reason You Feel Like You’re “Bad” with Money
11/14/2025
The Real Reason You Feel Like You’re “Bad” with Money
Most of us were conditioned to manage money using systems that were never designed for our lives, especially if you’re a creative, freelancer, or multi-hyphenate human with fluctuating income. These traditional frameworks might look responsible on paper, but they can actually keep you stuck, frustrated, and convinced that something’s wrong with you. In this episode, I break down how deeply ingrained money systems can quietly run your financial life in the background, even if you think you don’t have one. From the “spend as little as possible” mindset to the “if I could just stick to a budget” trap, I’ll show you how these invisible operating systems can create financial dissonance and guilt. We’ll talk about why you’re not failing, it’s that the system doesn’t fit you. Just like realizing a yoga pose isn’t working because your body is literally built differently, your money setup might be fighting against your natural rhythm, lifestyle, or career structure. I’ll walk you through what it looks like to build your own financial practice instead: one that’s experimental, personalized, and actually sustainable. Think of it less like “paint by numbers” and more like a guided wine-and-design night where you get to make it your own. If you’re ready to stop contorting yourself to fit systems that don’t serve you and start crafting one that does, this episode is your permission slip. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to still feel like an artist while paying your bills with non-artistic jobs [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
11/07/2025
How to still feel like an artist while paying your bills with non-artistic jobs [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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What to do when the job that’s paying your bills is sucking your artistic soul
10/31/2025
What to do when the job that’s paying your bills is sucking your artistic soul
Let’s be honest, sometimes the job that pays your bills starts to feel like it’s choking out your artistic soul. In this episode, I’m breaking down five ways to reignite your artistic life without quitting your job or spiraling into burnout. Because here’s the truth: you’ll either be stressed that your job is draining you, or stressed about money if you quit. And only one of those problems is fixable while keeping your financial safety intact. Tune in to hear: How to stop letting your day job take up mental space it doesn’t deserve What your real dream artist schedule looks like (and how to start building it right now) Why managing your paycheck like a CEO actually makes you more creative The underrated power of a media detox How to create empty space that invites long-term solutions for how you make income The shift happens when you stop seeing your job as the problem and start seeing it as the stability that gives your art room to breathe. You’re still the artist, the job is just the funding. Treat it like your investor and keep creating. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to not panic about credit card interest so you can pay off debt for good [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
10/24/2025
How to not panic about credit card interest so you can pay off debt for good [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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The #1 thing you need to focus on if your income fluctuates every month
10/17/2025
The #1 thing you need to focus on if your income fluctuates every month
If your income changes from month to month, this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the real reason your fluctuating income isn’t the problem, it’s how you organize it. I’ll walk you through the concept of getting one month ahead on your bills and why it’s the key to feeling grounded, creative, and in control even when your income ebbs and flows. This simple shift changed everything for me. We’ll also talk about what happens when you get way ahead, like three or six months, and still catch yourself spiraling into scarcity. (Been there. Recently.) I’ll share how I had to coach myself through using my buffer for the first time in ages, and how to remind yourself that safety isn’t about never having a low month. In this episode, I’ll cover: Why “one month ahead” is the magic safety net for creatives How to stop freaking out when your income dips Why your mindset still matters, even when the math checks out If you’re ready to feel safe and steady with your money, without needing a 9–5 or a trust fund, this episode will show you exactly where to start. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to feel proud of your financial progress as an artist when your income is fluctuating [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
10/10/2025
How to feel proud of your financial progress as an artist when your income is fluctuating [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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Do you need an LLC as an artist? (and how tax deductions work)
10/03/2025
Do you need an LLC as an artist? (and how tax deductions work)
In this episode, I'm walking you through what an LLC is, who should get one, how tax deductions work, how to separate your personal finances from your artistic career, and how to make tracking all this as simple as possible. And then we're gonna talk about how understanding the fiancnes of your artistic career actually gives you more power & autonomy. You don't always have to be "profiting" as an artist for it to be worth it. But you do need to understand your numbers so you can make sure your artistic career is sustainable for the long term (I want you doing your art well into your 90s!!!!) Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. The content is not a substitute for professional counsel. Always seek the advice of a qualified tax professional or legal counsel for guidance regarding your specific circumstances. We make no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information provided. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to pay off debt without getting a 9-5 job [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
09/26/2025
How to pay off debt without getting a 9-5 job [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to actually eat less takeout without needing willpower
09/19/2025
How to actually eat less takeout without needing willpower
In this episode, I’m giving you the ONE reason why you haven’t been able to just eat what you have at home, and how you can start getting excited about non-takeout food literally this week. And then I’m giving you a sermon about how being on a financial wellness journey is the biggest practice of self-love you could undertake, and how to actually shift into the financial habits and routines that you desire. TLDR: Who you are isn’t at war with your money, you just aren’t asking the right questions. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to feel confident using your savings to pay for acting training or grad school [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
09/12/2025
How to feel confident using your savings to pay for acting training or grad school [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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how to tell yourself “no” in a healthy way when it comes to spending money
09/05/2025
how to tell yourself “no” in a healthy way when it comes to spending money
Millennials and Gen Z are caught in a constant battle between “live your best life” and feeling guilt over every swipe of your card. Whether it’s bottomless brunch, concert tickets, skincare hauls, or another weekend trip you “deserve”, there’s a low-key financial identity crisis happening under the surface. In this episode, we’re unpacking how to tell yourself “no” in a way that’s not rooted in shame, lack, or self-punishment, but grounded in clarity and autonomy. Tune in to hear: 💰Why every “yes” you make with your money already contains a “no” (and why that’s not a bad thing) 💰How to stop treating responsible spending like punishment 💰The Sylvia Plath fig tree metaphor that will haunt you (and maybe shift your entire view of decision-making) 💰How to recover from the “f**k it blackout” spending spiral 💰What to ask yourself before any purchase You can’t build financial peace from a place of self-attack. You can’t get to your “yes life” by constantly punishing yourself with nos. Let’s shift that narrative. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Interested in 1:1 Money Mentorship? Follow Brooke on Instagram
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How to choose a new credit card and pay off debt in 5 simple steps [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
08/29/2025
How to choose a new credit card and pay off debt in 5 simple steps [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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how to make more money and still have time to create art
08/22/2025
how to make more money and still have time to create art
If you’ve ever avoided taking on a 9-to-5, starting a business, or working more hours because you’re terrified it’ll kill your creative drive, you’re not alone. This fear of “selling out” is rampant in artistic communities, and in this episode, we’re calling it out and solving for it. We’ll reverse engineer a path that protects your creative time and builds a money-making life that actually fuels your artistry, not drains it. Because here's the truth: even full-time artists aren't doing their craft 40 hours a week. Good art requires real life. And real life includes income. Tune in to hear: ✨Why waiting for “free time” to feel motivated creatively doesn’t work ✨How to be honest about your screen time and create space for art anyway ✨Why scheduling your creative time first unlocks total freedom ✨How more money can actually increase your creative capacity ✨What my calendar looks like now (and how I make sure I never miss an audition) If you’ve ever said, “I just won’t have the energy for my art if I take on more work,” this episode will challenge that belief and help you build a life that supports both your artistic practice and your bank account. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram
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How to balance going all in on your creative career and being able to pay your bills [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
08/15/2025
How to balance going all in on your creative career and being able to pay your bills [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to another installment of my podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, how money gets talked about behind closed doors, and how much can change in your finances with just 30 minutes of time. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. You’ll get personalized strategy and support to help you understand your numbers without a spreadsheet, fully fund your savings, invest your first $1000, spend money guilt free, and finally build a relationship with money that feels easy and supportive. Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book your sales call If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How Kirsten paid off $150k of tax debt in 6 months and changed her relationship with spending money
08/08/2025
How Kirsten paid off $150k of tax debt in 6 months and changed her relationship with spending money
In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with one of my current clients Kirsten Roldan, a 7-figure CEO and business coach who helps people make a lot of money (peacefully) without burning out. Tune in to hear: 💰how she paid off 6-figures of tax debt in 6 months 💰the one mindset shift that completely changed her relationship with spending so that she was able to save/invest more 💰how she was able to take an unexpected 6 week medical leave without going broke 💰how she paid off all her credit card debt with ease 💰why she chose to sell her house at a loss (and what she had in place to be able to do that financially) You can find Kirsten on IG and learn more about her programs like the Burnout Detox at the link in her bio, along with links to her YouTube channel and exclusive email list. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to Bust Through the 3 Biggest Money Mindset Blocks [NOVO WORKSHOP REPLAY]
08/01/2025
How to Bust Through the 3 Biggest Money Mindset Blocks [NOVO WORKSHOP REPLAY]
Join me for this exclusive replay of a recent workshop I hosted with my favorite business banking platform ! Money is not just a math equation; if it was, I could give everyone the perfect budgeting spreadsheet and nobody would ever have a money problem again. But emotions, traumas, and societal conditioning get wrapped up in our financial decisions, meaning that your money strategy needs to include mindset work too. In this workshop, I’m going to teach you how to uncover (and breakthrough) each of the 3 biggest money mindset blocks so you can hit your next money goal with ease. **************** If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How Camron got 3 months ahead on bills as an artist and fundraised $30k to self-produce a play
07/25/2025
How Camron got 3 months ahead on bills as an artist and fundraised $30k to self-produce a play
In this episode, I’m catching up with past client Camron Alexander, a multi-hyphenate theatre artist living here in NYC. We’re diving into his personal financial wellness journey, and what took him from starving artist to financially confident. Tune in to hear: ✨ How getting 3 months ahead on bills supported him when he was abruptly let go from his day job ✨ How he made an extra $500 in one month ✨ How he fundraised $30k to produce and direct a play he’s passionate about ✨ The mindset shifts that were pivotal releasing money anxiety (and the one tool he keeps coming back to) And so much more!!! Camron Alexander (he/him) is a queer multi-hyphenate theatre maker. He is most passionate about stories muddling through the messy, grey areas of what it is to be human- classical theatre and contemporary queer new works. Training: Alley Theatre (Houston Young Playwright Exchange), University of Houston (BFA - Acting). Producing/Adaptation/Directing: Rec Room Arts (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hedda Gabler.) Camron is making his NYC producing and directorial debut on Angry Fags by Topher Payne, coming to TheaterLab this August. He can’t wait to see you there! When not living his multi-hyphenate dreams, you can find him caffeinating at a cafe, picnicking in the park with friends, or slinging drinks in Hell's Kitchen. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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how to get 3 months ahead on bills this summer (without cutting brunch or margs or vacations)
07/18/2025
how to get 3 months ahead on bills this summer (without cutting brunch or margs or vacations)
Nobody wants to spend summer hunched over spreadsheets and saying no to spending money on brunch and margs. And the good news is, you don’t have to. In this episode, we’re rewriting the narrative around summer spending and financial progress. You can sip spicy margs, take weekend getaways, and still get three months ahead on bills. It’s not about restriction. It’s about intention. If you’ve ever felt like the only way to save money is to cancel joy, this one’s for you. I’m walking you through my 321 Summer Fun Protocol, a simple framework to help you build savings, pay off debt, or invest for the future, without quitting iced coffee, cutting trips, or ghosting your social life. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ How to pick one powerful money goal and make real progress by fall ✨Why prioritizing just two fun things this summer will actually reduce your overspending while increasing your joy ✨ How monthly check-ins (aka CEO parties) give you more freedom, not more rules ✨ Real examples of clients who vacationed, shopped, and hosted parties…while hitting big financial goals ✨ How to build a summer money plan that aligns with your lifestyle, not some spreadsheet fantasy ✨ Why the “fuck-it blackout” spending spiral happens, and exactly how to avoid it This isn’t about saying no. It’s about choosing the right yeses and designing a system that lets you feel free and grounded at the same time. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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how to fix your overspending problem when you’ve tried everything
07/11/2025
how to fix your overspending problem when you’ve tried everything
Feel like you've tried everything to stop overspending? No-buy challenges, daily account checks, value-based budgeting, and still nothing sticks? You’re not alone. In this episode, we're unpacking the hidden emotional drivers behind compulsive spending and explaining why willpower-based methods often fall short. This episode is for you if: 💸 You always feel like you're "doing better" until payday hits 💸 You spend to escape or numb, then feel guilty right after 💸 You have debt, no savings, and are stuck in paycheck-to-paycheck mode even though you’re earning 💸 You wonder if you should just cut yourself off from spending, but you know that hasn’t worked before What We’ll Cover: 💰 Why the “fuck-it” shopping spree is a totally normal response (and what to do instead) 💰 The emotional parallel between overspending and dieting 💰 How to find your actual financial baseline and why math doesn’t lie 💰 Why guilt and anxiety won’t get you out of this cycle 💰 The four overlooked culprits of chronic overspending and how to journal through them 💰 What to do when your numbers look bleak and your spirit feels tapped out If you’re tired of trying band-aid solutions, this is the deeper mindset work most financial advice skips over. Make space, grab your journal, and let’s unravel the real reason you’re stuck in spending survival mode. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 10 of 10]
07/04/2025
the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 10 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: ”I gratefully accept all the wealth and abundance the world has to offer me.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Activate the truth behind powerful affirmations 🧠 Uncover and shift old money beliefs hiding in your subconscious 💰 Align your thoughts with real, tangible income growth 🌱 Feel grounded, safe, and expansive around wealth without shame or scarcity Whether you’re a creative, coach, service provider, or 9-5er ready to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, these episodes will help you embody a whole new wealth identity from the inside out. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 9 of 10]
06/27/2025
the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 9 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: ”I always have enough.”✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Activate the truth behind powerful affirmations 🧠 Uncover and shift old money beliefs hiding in your subconscious 💰 Align your thoughts with real, tangible income growth 🌱 Feel grounded, safe, and expansive around wealth without shame or scarcity Whether you’re a creative, coach, service provider, or 9-5er ready to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, these episodes will help you embody a whole new wealth identity from the inside out. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 8 of 10]
06/20/2025
the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 8 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: ”My wealth is a positive force for good in this world.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Activate the truth behind powerful affirmations 🧠 Uncover and shift old money beliefs hiding in your subconscious 💰 Align your thoughts with real, tangible income growth 🌱 Feel grounded, safe, and expansive around wealth without shame or scarcity Whether you’re a creative, coach, service provider, or 9-5er ready to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, these episodes will help you embody a whole new wealth identity from the inside out. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 7 of 10]
06/13/2025
the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 7 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: ”My income is constantly increasing.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Activate the truth behind powerful affirmations 🧠 Uncover and shift old money beliefs hiding in your subconscious 💰 Align your thoughts with real, tangible income growth 🌱 Feel grounded, safe, and expansive around wealth without shame or scarcity Whether you’re a creative, coach, service provider, or 9-5er ready to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, these episodes will help you embody a whole new wealth identity from the inside out. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 6 of 10]
06/06/2025
the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 6 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: “Making more money is easy and enjoyable.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Activate the truth behind powerful affirmations 🧠 Uncover and shift old money beliefs hiding in your subconscious 💰 Align your thoughts with real, tangible income growth 🌱 Feel grounded, safe, and expansive around wealth without shame or scarcity Whether you’re a creative, coach, service provider, or 9-5er ready to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, these episodes will help you embody a whole new wealth identity from the inside out. 🎉 🎉 It's my new online course with all the financial education you were never given it school, helping artists (and anyone else who doesn't want to budget) get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and become the confident financial CEO of their life & career. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Follow Brooke on Instagram & !
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How to recession-proof your money [WORKSHOP REPLAY with Novo]
05/30/2025
How to recession-proof your money [WORKSHOP REPLAY with Novo]
With a possible recession looming in the USA, I’m here to help you stay financially calm in the face of economic uncertainty. Recessions have an effect on everyone, but they can feel especially scary for self employed creative who already experience inconsistent income. In this workshop, I’m going to give you practical money tools to weather the storm (and still enjoy your life in the meantime). This workshop is part of a creator partnership with Novo, my favorite business banking platform. I have been with them since the start of my business, and have been recommending them since before I even had an affiliate code. Learn more about Novo and 🎉 Register for my next two Novo Workshops: 💰 JUNE 24 @ 12PM EST: 💰 JULY 30 @ 3PM EST:
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