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Money Feels
Money Feels is the new alternative to the personal finance community. We're here to drop the shame, guilt, and judgement so you can learn how to heal your relationship with money alongside your internet besties, hosts, and unfiltered experts — Bridget and Alyssa
Episodes
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103: The Financial Cost of Being Comfortable
In this episode of Money Feels, we’re talking about something most of us don’t think twice about: comfort. Not the kind that refills you, but the kind that…
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102: The IVF Industry
In this episode of Money Feels, we talk about something that's deeply personal and also big business: fertility, IVF and egg freezing. Having a baby is…
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101: The Middle Class is the Loneliest Group
In this episode of Money Feels, we're kicking off season 10 by saying something that doesn't often get said out loud: the middle class might be the loneliest…
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100: Taxed to Death? Let's Do the Math
In this episode of Money Feels, we break down the thing that makes most people's eyes glaze over: Canadian taxes. And actually make it make sense. Not just the…
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99: The Economics of AI
In this episode of Money Feels, we explore what AI actually is, and why it doesn't just change what technology can do… it can change how society functions, who…
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98: How Extreme Wealth Changes Your Brain
In this episode of Money Feels, we explore what extreme wealth does to the human brain — and why money doesn’t just change what people can buy… it can change…
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97: What Trophy Wives and The Age Gap Relationship Show Us
In this episode of Money Feels, we explore the emotional, psychological, and financial reality behind shifting relationship dynamics — and why the traditional…
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96: What is Financial Nihilism?
In this episode of Money Feels, we explore the emotional, psychological, and financial reality of financial nihilism — and why so many people today feel…
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95: Coasting to Financial Independence
In this episode of Money Feels, Alyssa and Bridget explore the emotional, psychological, and financial reality of Coast FIRE, and why this middle ground might…
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94: The Dangers of Extreme Frugality
We are living in a time where extreme frugality is being celebrated as discipline. Sleeping on child-sized beds, using things until they fall apart, refusing…
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93: Gambling, But Make It Sports
Sports betting has exploded in the last few years, driven by legalization, aggressive advertising, and frictionless apps that make placing a bet feel as easy…
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92: Are Grocery Prices a Scam?
We are living in a time where it feels like groceries don’t make sense anymore! Not the prices, not the sizes, not the sales. The same cart costs more every…
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91: Taking Control of Your Screentime
We're back, baby! Season 9 and feeling fine! We are living in a time where our attention is constantly being pulled in every direction — notifications…
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90: The Subscription Economy
We are living in a time where it feels like we don’t own anything anymore — not our phones, not our entertainment. Everything is a subscription, everything…
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89: Can Real Estate Investing Be Ethical?
Real estate is one of the most emotionally loaded topics in personal finance. For many of us, real estate investing has always felt tangled with inequity…
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88: Finances at 40
Life moves in seasons. Some that grow you gently, and some that split you wide open. As Bridget steps into her 40s this week, she’s looking back on her 20s and…
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87: Financial Infidelity and Abuse in Romantic Relationships
Money and relationships are complicated enough. But when secrecy, control, or manipulation enter the picture, things get heavy fast. Financial infidelity and…
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86: Prepper Billionaires
Have you ever noticed that the people with the most power and privilege seem the most afraid of losing it? From private bunkers to doomsday yachts…
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85: The Morality and Performance of Consumption
Have you ever noticed how buying anything these days seems to come with judgment attached? Whether it’s the “right” kind of coffee cup, the “wrong” influencer…
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84: The Love Lives of Wealthy Women
Have you ever noticed how success can make women feel more alone — not more secure? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re unpacking why wealth and independence…
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83: Why We Need Financial Therapy
Have you ever wondered why money feels so emotional, even when you know what you “should” be doing? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re unpacking how…
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82: Losing the Plot on Lifestyle Spending
Have you ever wondered if we’ve completely lost the plot on lifestyle spending? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re unpacking how what used to be luxuries…
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81: What is Financial Fawning?
Have you ever wondered why you keep saying “yes” with your money when you really want to say “no”? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re joined again by out…
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80: What the Privatization of Healthcare Looks Like
Have you ever wondered what really happens when we privatize health care? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re joined by emergency physician and public health…
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79: Real Talk on Realistic Sustainability
Have you ever wondered if saving money and saving the planet are mutually exclusive? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re joined by author and sustainability…
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78: Why Money Feels Fake
Have you ever looked at your bank account and thought… this doesn’t feel real? In this episode of Money Feels, we’re digging into the idea that money might not…
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77: The Fear-Based Economy
Money plays a massive role in our emotions, and fear-based messaging is everywhere — whether it's the news predicting economic collapse, financial influencers…
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76: Making Money a Tool for Justice
Money controls so much of our lives, but what if we could take some of that power back? Financial activism isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy or policymakers…
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75: How Money Changes the Meaning of Play
The future feels uncertain, but what if you could remember how to play? Leisure isn’t supposed to be productive, but in a world where everything feels like…
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74: An Episode for Gilded
The future feels uncertain, but what if you could see where your money is headed? Financial projections aren’t about predicting the future but about preparing…
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73: The Price of Modern Dating
Dating is everywhere, but have you ever considered how much it costs you? From pricey dating apps to expensive first dates, modern dating isn’t just…
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72: The Real Cost of Diet Culture
Diet culture is everywhere — but have you ever thought about how much it costs you? From expensive weight-loss programs to “wellness” trends disguised as…
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71: How Capitalism Sold Us the Nuclear Family
The nuclear family is often considered the standard, but have you ever wondered why? Who really benefits from this structure? In this episode of Money Feels…
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70: The Value of Financial Advice
Financial advice could change your life, yet it feels like it’s reserved for the elite. Why is it so controversial to say everyone deserves access to good…
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69: Groceries Should Be Free
Groceries are essential. And yet, millions of people struggle to afford them every day. Why is it so controversial to say food should be a fundamental human…
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68: The Lessons We Learned in 2024
It's been a minute since we've chatted. And we miss you. As a bonus to you on the 1st day of the New Year, we wanted to release one episode we recorded for our…
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67: Our Bookish Obsessions
Most of our listeners know how much Bridget and Alyssa love to read. But we've never done a regular season episode about that. So, we get into this and more in…
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66: Underconsumption vs. Overconsumption
It's trending to share your hauls, it's trending to share your capsule wardrobe, it's trending to buy a new water bottle, it's trending to show off your old…
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65: How to Survive Your Mortgage Renewal
With high interest rates and the rising cost of living, renewing a mortgage can feel — less than ideal! We get into this and more in this week's episode of…
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64: This Is Your Sign
Let's catch up about our businesses, life changes, and taking risks in your life. We get into this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels. We're your…
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63: The Elite Charade of Changing the World
Ever wondered why the rich don't just solve world hunger or make the change all of us are so desperate to see? We get into this and more in this week's episode…
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62: Boomer Takes That Are Irrelevant
Are you tired of your parents telling you to just 'buy a house' or just 'be loyal to your job?' We get it. And we get into this and more in this week's episode…
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61: Breaking Down the Best Credit Cards
We called in Barry Choi to help explain what Canadians need to know to get the best return on the credit cards they use in this week's episode of Money Feels…
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60: Is Stealth Wealth Real?
Do the wealthy really try to be discrete with their displays of luxury, or is that just something we've made up? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we look…
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59: AI and the Dead Internet Theory
How do we prevent falling for scams when AI is getting to be so complex? What even is AI, and what the heck is the dead internet theory? We dive into this and…
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58: Urban Sprawl and the Suburbs
Have you ever wondered why cities are designed the way they are? Or what is the impact of buying a home in a suburban neighbourhood? We dive into this and more…
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57: Everything You Need to Know About RESPs
A lot of people want to know how to invest in their kids. So, we're diving into the account you need to use, and what to be aware of before you open an RESP in…
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56: Sober in a Society Obsessed With Drinking
Is drinking what's holding you back financially and otherwise? In a society where alcohol is normalized and heavily marketed, we talk about sobriety. In this…
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55: Divorce, Prenups, and Your Money
How do you recover (or prepare) for the most catastrophic financial event in your life? In this week's episode of Money Feels, we'll discuss this and more!…
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54: The Tradwives Trope
Why are women attempting to go back in time and become 50s housewives? The tradwife corner of the internet is alarming. Let's discuss this and more in this…
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53: Childfree by Choice
Having a kid is a massive decision. But does it need to be? We bring on Chelsea Fagan of The Financial Diet to break down the realities of being child-free by…
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52: Exploring Finance Subreddits
Do you have people to talk with about your money? Do you know what FIRE communities exist? Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!…
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51: The Motherhood Tax
Is motherhood the biggest financial risk you'll ever take? There are many invisible costs that come with being a mom, but the motherhood penalty is one you…
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50: The Cost of Dying
Thinking about death isn't exactly a cheery topic. For most, it feels best to avoid and worry about it later. But, what happens if later never comes? Let's…
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49: Going Back to School In Your 30s
What would life look like if you wanted to change careers and return to school? Alyssa talks about the cost, her experience in this pursuit, and more in this…
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48: The Cost of Pet Ownership
Bridget adopted a new dog! Between this and her two cats, we wanted to chat about how much pet ownership actually costs. Let's discuss this and more in this…
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47: Being Neurodivergent in a Neurotypical World
What is money like for those of us who aren't neurotypical? We bring in Ellyce Fulmore, author of Keeping Finance Personal, to discuss this and more in this…
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46: Supporting Elderly Parents
How do you manage to financially support your parents in adulthood? Are there boundaries you can set, and where do you even start? Let's discuss this and more…
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45: Slow and Steady Money
Welcome back to a new season, a new year, and a new approach to your finances! Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels! We're your…
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44: Self Directed Investing vs. Roboadvisors
When it comes to investing, being in the market is key. But once you're in, how do you decide who gets to manage your money? Are roboadvisors enough? Let's…