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Life. Money. You.® Podcast
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- Life. Money. You.® Podcast
S3|E29: Life, Legacy and Loved Ones
Join host Dani Buschick alongside special guests Luis Garcia Estrada, Wealth Advisor, and Adolfo Prado, Certified Financial Coach, for an engaging conversation…
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S3|E28: Investing in Experiences: The Reality of International Travel
What if unforgettable travel isn't about spending more, but spending smarter? In this episode of the Life. Money. You. Podcast, Dani welcomes special guest…
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S3|E27: October Newsletter Recap
Many families today are balancing multiple financial priorities at once, helping aging parents, supporting children, planning for retirement, and managing…
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S3|E26: Living Solar Since the 1980s: Lessons from a Passive Homeowner
Featuring John Avenson of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) Solar is one of the most talked-about home investments today, but it's also one of the most…
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S3|E25: A Debt-Free Game Plan Before the Years Ends ft. Ericka Young
As football season kicks off and many of us start looking ahead to holiday spending, there's no better time to huddle up and create a game plan for your…
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S3|E24: The Keys to Unlocking Homeownership
Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start? In this episode of the Life. Money. You.® Podcast, host Dani Buschick sits down with mortgage experts…
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S3|E23: September Newsletter Recap
Americans collectively owe trillions of dollars across mortgages, credit cards, and student loans. While national debt statistics can feel overwhelming, they…
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S3|E22: Car Buying Tips & Tricks
In this virtual live event, host Dani Buschick was joined by auto lending experts Guillermo Casillas, Jaime Enriquez, and James Spannraft to help listeners…
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S3|E21: August Newsletter Recap
A car purchase – or refinance – can shape your finances for years. The good news? A little planning can help you avoid costly mistakes and save thousands. If…
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S3|E20: College Costs Unpacked
In this episode, host Dani Buschick is joined by Alejo Torres, Madelyn Osel, and Krish Shah to explore the real cost of college beyond tuition and student…
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S3|E19: Financial Realities of Caregiving in America
In this episode, Dani and Kim are joined by Jin Woo Chung from the Financial Health Network to explore the financial realities of caregiving in America. For…
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S3|E18: A Mid-Year Money Reset
In this podcast live event, Midyear Money Reset, hosts Dani and Kim invited listeners to pause at the halfway point of the year and take a fresh look at their…
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S3|E17: July Newsletter Recap
Grocery delivery has quickly shifted from convenience to routine. With a few taps, groceries arrive at your door, saving time and easing the pressure of busy…
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S3|E16: Breaking Down 'Tipflation'
Tipping isn’t what it used to be — and most of us feel it. From coffee counters to checkout screens, what once felt optional now feels expected almost…
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S3|E15: Convenience Creep & The Real Cost of Grocery Delivery
Grocery delivery has gone from a nice‑to‑have to everyday life for a lot of households. But here’s the real question: is it actually helping your budget, or…
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S3|E14: June Newsletter Recap
Housing Market Update: What to Know Right Now If you’re in the market for a new home, chances are you’ve encountered higher prices and limited housing for…
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S3|E13: Financial Well-Being in BCU's Digital Banking
In this episode, we explore how BCU members can use Digital Banking to track spending, understand credit health, and set meaningful financial goals that align…
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S3|E12: May Newsletter Recap
Life happens – and when it does, an emergency fund can make all the difference. In this episode of Life. Money. You., we break down how emergency savings…
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S3|E11: Beyond the Budget
Most people don’t need another budgeting lecture – they need help navigating real-life financial decisions with confidence. Dani and Kim dig into the seven…
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S3|E10: April Newsletter Recap
Building financial well‑being doesn’t require a major overhaul – it’s about staying steady through change and having the flexibility to handle whatever life…
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S3|E9: Financial Literacy for Gen Z & Turning Awareness into Action
In this episode, Dani sits down with Hassan Thomas who shares a powerful personal story shaped by life as a college football player balancing academics…
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S3|E8: Spring Forward with Your Credit & Debt Strategy
In this Life. Money. You.® Podcast Live episode, Dani sits down with Certified Financial Coaches Sam and Shannon to explore how to “Spring Forward” with your…
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S3|E7: Higher Education & Financial Wellness
We ran into a few internet hiccups while recording this episode, so you may notice some brief delays and interruptions. Thanks for sticking with us — we…
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S3|E6: March Newsletter Recap
This episode spotlights quick, practical ways to power up your financial well‑being—because money confidence isn’t a one‑time project. Whether you’re tackling…
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S3|E5: Financial Fresh Start for Savings
Start your year with clarity and confidence as Dani and Kim walk through the essential building blocks of a true “fresh start” in your financial life. In this…
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S3|E4: February Newsletter Recap
In this edition, we’ll explore three key areas where financial aid can make a big difference and help you take your financial well-being to the next level…
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S3|E3: The Rise of BNPL and Increasing Pay Later Pressure
In this episode, Dani Buschick connects with Hannah Gdalman from the Financial Health Network and Warren Bell from the Life. Money. You. team to unpack the…
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S3|E2: The Great 'Lock In' Featuring Ericka Young
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S3|E1: January Newsletter Recap
Welcome to the Life. Money. You. Podcast - your dose of financial confidence and clarity! This episode is part of our monthly newsletter series - new this…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E21: Finale FAQs with Financial Coach Kim
Featuring Kim Chavez, Certified Financial Coach, this episode dives into what Life. Money. You.® is, how it stands apart from other financial wellness…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E20: Minimizing Student Loan Debt
Featuring Kim Chavez, BCU Financial Well-Being and Coaching Lead (1:09), on a snapshot of the student loan landscape and how it impacts your financial goals…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E19: Fashion Frugal You
Featuring Hannah Blumberg, BCU Corporate Communicates Manager, (0:48), on practical methods for reviewing your closet, joy and color theory, Kim Chavez, BCU…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E18: Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Featuring Tiffani Tolbert, BCU Security Operations Senior Manager (0:47), on what cybersecurity awareness month is and key parts to the 2025 theme, Marlene…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E17: Open Enrollment with HR Professionals
Featuring Megan Kelly, BCU HR Talent Acquisition & Benefits Senior Director, and Safaa Syed, BCU HR Benefits Senior Manager (0:50), on questions to ask…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E16: Mortgages & Insurance
Featuring Wes Dumalski, BCU Mortgage Business Consulting & Learning Manager (0:30), on private mortgage insurance versus mortgage insurance premium, and their…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E15: Locking In a New Habit
Featuring Anjoli Walker, BCU Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director (0:49), on psychotherapy and how it connects to money, inheriting behaviors and rewiring…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E14: Repurposing Pennies
Featuring Sam Edwards, BCU Member Success Area Manager (0:54), on penny stocks, wheat pennies, and different tips on collecting coins, Fiorella Harvey, BCU…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E13: Car Buying in 2025
Featuring Jacob Johnson, BCU Member Service Specialist (0:43), on when leasing is no longer economical, what to consider apart from monthly payments, and…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E12: College & Financial Wellness
Featuring Lucas Galdine, BCU Member Intelligence Intern (0:39), on a simple budget, vocalizing financial boundaries with friends, and breaking down a coaching…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E11: Teaching Kids About Money
Featuring Andrew Elterman, BCU Member Experience Specialist, (0:39), on different lessons by age, the importance of meeting kids where they are, and puppetry…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E10: Meal Planning Magic - Family Edition
Featuring Alejo Torres, BCU Financial Well-Being Director (0:30), on buying in bulk, cooking in bulk, and diversifying your grocery lists, Ana Zavala, Business…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E9: Starting a Side Hustle
Featuring Jeannette Castro, BCU Member Service Specialist (0:32), on cake catering deets, small business support, and the importance of a creative outlet, Dan…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E8: Budgeting Basics
Featuring Varinder Singh, BCU Branch Manager II (0:45), on defining a budget and different budgeting methods you can consider, Jeannette Castro (13:05), BCU…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E7: Mental Health & Money
Featuring Amy Barber, BCU Retail Branch Operations Manager, and Emily Sander, BCU Retail Branch Operations Manager, (0:43), on the connection between financial…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E6: Spring Cleaning Credit Card Debt
Featuring Maddie Martinez (0:31), BCU Corporate Relations & Business Development Senior Lead, on different payoff methods, avoiding credit card use, and…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E5: Seasonal Budgeting
Featuring Kim Chavez (0:50), LMY Financial Well-Being & Coaching Senior Lead, on seasonalizing your bills, trade-off savings, and decluttering your home…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E4: Cybersecurity & Financial Wellness
Join Dani Buschick, LMY Program Manager, and peers at BCU for a conversation on different digital scams to look out for and how to safely engage with…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E3: Buying A Home In 2025
Join Dani Buschick, LMY Program Manager, and peers at BCU for another conversation: Rate trending, down payment assistance, the initial consult and more…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E2: Couples, Kids, and Money
Join Dani Buschick, LMY Program Manager, and peers at BCU for another conversation, this one featuring couples, kids, and money. The takeaways? Finding…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS2|E1: Too Good To Be True #NotAnAd
Join Dani Buschick, LMY Program Manager, and peers at BCU for a candid conversation about social media and finances. Moral of the story: If it's too good to be…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E60: Bjorn’s Sendoff
Join Bjorn as he closes Season 1, recapping a wide range of conversations about personal finance - from authors to athletes, CEOs, and money masters. Life…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E59: From Film To Finance Startups
Join Bjorn as he welcomes Len Smofsky to discuss boom and bust, and how a degree in film and directing turned passion into financial wellness. - Subscribe to…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E58: When Is Enough 'Enough'?
Join Bjorn to talk through splurging, FOMO, andinflated lifestyle spending, and different solutions you can use to remain true to your values and goals while…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E57: Money With Friends
Join Bjorn as he welcomes friend, Olivia Hayden, UFCU Financial Health Manager. Olivia shares her personal experiences planning trips, splitting nights out…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E56: Cruising Using Savings
Bentornato! Buckle up with Bjorn as he welcomes back BCU colleague and friend, Joe Styx, to share his post-travel stories and financial experiences in Europe…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E55: Medals & Money: An Olympian Shares Her Story
Join Bjorn as he welcomes 1992 Olympian from Jamaica, Dahlia Sategna. With a nephew in the 2024 Olympics, Dahlia shares the process of timing and selection…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E54: Managing Money as a Division I College Athlete
Join Bjorn as he welcomes friend and former colleague, Alexander. Alexander shares his personal story of being recruited to play Division I College Football…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E53: Golf Handicaps and Budgets
Join Bjorn as he walks you through what golf handicaps and budgeting have in common, comparing accurate spending to the Arccos Golf App, and how trending is…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E52: Flipping the Financial Script
Join Bjorn as he re-welcomes colleague and friend, Joe Styx. Instead of Bjorn inquiring our guest, Joe takes the lead as host, asking our man behind the mic…
Life. Money. You.® PodcastS1|E51: Financial Planning for Your 'Mini' Retirement
Join Bjorn as he welcomes high school friend, Mitch. Together, they'll talk you through the FIRE Movement, purging so you can splurge, and everyday financial…