Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin
Money News Network
Ever notice that we will talk about everything before we talk about money? Sex? No problem. Politics? Bring it on. Money? Totally taboo. But not for long! Nicole Lapin— the only financial expert you don’t need a dictionary to understand, New York Times best-selling author, and host of Money Rehab— is here to rehab your wallet, so you can get your financial life together once and for all. Episodes are just ten minutes-ish... no frills, just bite-sized tips and tricks so you don’t waste any time. And Nicole wants to hear from YOU! Email the money questions you want answered to moneyrehab@moneynewsnetwork.com and Nicole will help–and you could even join Nicole on the show for a one-on-one intervention.
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Aug 31, 2022 • 9min
Should You be Quiet Quitting?
Quiet quitting is a work strategy that is taking social media by storm. Nicole explains the pro's and con's of quiet quitting, and how you can use it to achieve work-life balance, and your career goals. Plus, Nicole gives the actual definition (it may surprise you!).
Aug 30, 2022 • 21min
Does this Job Make Me Look Fat?
Yes— in 2022, we still face weight discrimination at work. In fact, one study suggestions that for every 6 pounds an average American woman gains, her hourly pay drops 2%. To talk about weight bias in the workplace, Nicole is joined by Jessamyn Stanley— body positivity activist and entrepreneur.To learn more about Jessamyn, you can find her here: https://www.instagram.com/mynameisjessamyn/For tips on how to talk to your HR department about bias-free performance reviews, read this: https://www.hrdconnect.com/2019/09/30/10-performance-review-biases-and-how-to-avoid-them/
Aug 29, 2022 • 11min
Buy Now, Pay Later Programs: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
We’ve all been there. You see a hoodie online and you want it— but it's $70 and that’s a little more than you're comfortable spending.Then you spot it. Just below the price: Pay four interest-free payments of $17.50. And you think “I have $17.50. That’s nothing.” We’ve all been there. And if you’ve clicked— don’t despair because Nicole is here to give you the good, the bad, and the ugly on all those companies offering buy now, pay later, zero interest plans.
Aug 26, 2022 • 35min
Elaine Welteroth on Wedding vs House Budgets and Abundance Mindset
In today's Change Maker episode, Nicole sits down with Elaine Welteroth— award-winning journalist, a TV host, the former editor in chief of Teen Vogue, the author of the New York Times bestseller "More Than Enough," and overall wonderful gem of a human.This conversation is jam-packed with stories we can all learn from: how Elaine's stoop wedding helped her and her hubs snag their dream house, how she took the leap to working for herself, and how she went from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset (spoiler alert: it involves bubblegum and vintage cars).We could all use Elaine's advice. Check out her column here find here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/elaine-welteroth/
Aug 25, 2022 • 29min
How to Flip Your Wardrobe with Rati Sahi Levesque, Co-CEO at The RealReal
Can you really make some extra $$$ by selling the clothes in the back of your closet? That's what Nicole sets to find out in today's episode with Rati Sahi Levesque, Co-CEO at the luxury consignment store The RealReal. Nicole and Rati talk about the business of fashion, how clothing can be an investment, and whether the brand is on the path to profitability.
Aug 24, 2022 • 15min
Megan Thee Plaintiff
Hot Girl Lawsuit? Megan Thee Stallion is seeking $1 million in relief from her Houston-based record label 1501. With artists selling their catalogs, and highly publicized legal disputes between artists and their biz partners— think Kesha versus Dr. Luke and Taylor Swift versus Scooter Braun— this story is an interesting case study in the music industry, a master class on lawsuits, and an important reminder to do your homework before signing a contract. Nicole explains.To learn more about the lawsuit, check out:https://people.com/music/megan-thee-stallion-demands-1-million-from-record-label/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/megan-thee-stallion-1501-label-1234579282/
Aug 23, 2022 • 8min
5 Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping
Research shows families are anticipating spending more on back to school shopping this year— but you don't have to. Nicole shares five ways to save big.
Aug 22, 2022 • 9min
Why Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Got Married in Vegas
Sure, Vegas is a fun wedding destination — but celebrity royalty could get married anywhere in the whole wide world. Why is Vegas so popular? The reasoning actually has a money trail. Nicole explains.
Aug 19, 2022 • 29min
Earnings Explained with John Zimmer, Lyft Co-Founder and President
What are earnings, and why should we care? Nicole explains with Lyft co-founder and President, John Zimmer. Plus, Lyft’s origin story (and original name!).
Aug 18, 2022 • 28min
Does it Pay to Be on TikTok? with Delaney Rowe
TikTok feels like a black box to a lot of people, us included! Today, we’re demystifying some questions around the platform— specifically, how to make a career out of it, with TikTok star Delaney Rowe.Get ready for your new favorite place on the internet, and check out Delaney's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@delaneysayshello
