Financial Feminist

I’ve been that multi-millionaire who rents, proudly defending why homeownership wasn’t the right choice for me—until now. At 31, I bought my first house, and in this episode, I’m sharing everything I learned along the way: the emotional rollercoaster of finding “the one,” the financial surprises (like hidden $50,000 repairs), why I chose a mortgage over paying cash, and what finally made me change my mind after years of renting. Whether you’re saving for your first home, debating if renting still makes sense, or just curious about how a self-proclaimed renter became a homeowner, this is the honest truth about what it really takes to buy a house.

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What does it really cost to survive — on reality TV and in real life? In this episode of Financial Feminist, I sit down with Parvati Shallow — Survivor legend, and author of “Nice Girls Don’t Win: How I Burned It All Down to Claim My Power.” We talk about her journey from growing up in a high-control spiritual community (yes, basically a cult) to winning multiple seasons of Survivor and becoming one of the most iconic players in reality TV history, and how the scarcity mindset shaped her money, relationships, and self-worth for decades. Parvati opens up about what it means to rewire survival into abundance, motherhood’s lessons in surrender, queerness, and why playing “villain” on TV mirrors the punishment women face for stepping into their power. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much” or felt you had to play small to belong, this conversation is for you.

Parvati’s links:

Website: https://www.parvatishallow.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pshallow/?hl=en 

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Building a business on the side isn’t easy—I’ve been there, hustling before and after my 9–5, wondering if I’d ever make enough to quit. In this episode, I’m joined once again by my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Mallory Rowan, to break down the five biggest mistakes side hustlers make that keep them stuck, burnt out, and broke. From struggling to define your audience to falling into the “do it all” trap, we’ll share the exact shifts you need to make if you want your side hustle to actually become a sustainable business. It’s time to stop spinning your wheels, lowering your prices, and wondering how to grow beyond those first few “friends and family” sales. We’re going to give you the clarity you need to finally move forward.

Mallory’s links:

Website: https://malloryrowan.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malloryrowan/?hl=en 

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If you’re exhausted from carrying the invisible labor at home, this episode will feel like a deep breath. Today’s special best of episode features Eve Rodsky, who helps partners build more equitable relationships by helping bridge communication gaps and develop better systems in the home. In this conversation, she talks through her Fair Play Doctrine, offering exercises and conversation starters for couples to help get started in eradicating the labor disparity in their homes.

Eve’s links:

Website: https://www.fairplaylife.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everodsky/?hl=en

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What if the “safe” choice—a steady paycheck, a traditional career path, playing small—was actually holding you back from building the business you’ve always dreamed of? In today’s episode, I sat down with Carrie Kerpen—entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Whisper Group—who built and sold an eight-figure company and now helps women transform their businesses into valuable, sellable assets. We get into how financial fear and freedom shaped her entrepreneurial journey, why most of us never feel “ready” to start, and the key shifts you can make to build a business that not only survives but thrives. If you’ve ever wondered how to create a business that lasts, this conversation is your blueprint.

Carrie’s links:

Website: https://www.wearethewhispergroup.com/
Book: https://www.wearethewhispergroup.com/the-whisper-way-book
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriekerpen/?hl=en
Find out how much your business is worth: http://whispercalculator.com 

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If you’ve ever thought, “I want to be my own boss, but I don’t even know where to start,” this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with my friend, business coach and entrepreneur Mallory Rowan, to talk about how to finally stop dreaming and start building your own business. We’re unpacking the fears that hold you back—like not having the “perfect” idea, worrying about failure, or feeling like you’re not the entrepreneurial type—and giving you the permission slip and playbook you need to move forward. From learning why “ready” is not a feeling to understanding how entrepreneurship can change your finances and your life, this conversation will inspire you to take messy action, trust the process, and start your journey from idea to income.

Mallory’s links:

Website: https://malloryrowan.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malloryrowan/?hl=en 

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I asked our audience one simple question: How much money would you need to feel rich? What I didn’t expect was a tidal wave of answers that weren’t just about income—they were about identity, survival, trauma, and the deep psychology of money. In this episode, I’m digging into the thousands of responses we received—from those saying $70K makes them feel secure, to others needing $750K+ just to feel safe in their high-cost-of-living cities. But beneath those numbers lies something even more fascinating: how we define wealth, comfort, and enoughness, especially as women navigating a world that tells us we should be grateful for scraps.

This episode isn’t about hitting a random salary milestone—it’s about unraveling the emotional and psychological layers behind why we want more money and what it represents. From societal expectations to location-based cost pressures, from generational trauma to shifting lifestyle goals, I break down what your “rich number” might actually say about you—and challenge you to claim even more. Because financial safety isn’t simply a number. 

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re living life on someone else’s terms—constantly trying to be “good,” small, or palatable—this episode will change everything. I sat down with return guest Elise Loehnen, bestselling author of On Our Best Behavior and her new workbook Choosing Wholeness Over Goodness, to talk about how to actually like your life, your body, and yourself. We dig into how cultural “good girl” conditioning and stories about money, envy, success, and our bodies hold us back, and how to start rewriting those scripts into ones that feel true to who you are. Elise shares powerful insights on fear, intuition, and envy—and how embracing wholeness over perfection can free us to live more authentic lives.

Elise’s links:

Website: https://www.eliseloehnen.com/

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If you’re over 30 and not sure where to start with finances, this conversation is for you. In this special best of episode, Tori is joined by Britt and Laurie-Anne of the Dow Janes to talk about managing your money in your 30s and beyond. Tune in to hear why The Dow Janes have a different view of emergency funds and finances in partnerships, how managing money in your 30s is different than in your 20s, and why it’s never too late for women to start getting into their finances.

The Dow Jane's Links:

Website: https://www.dowjanes.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dow.janes/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DowJanesFinancialEducation

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If you’re drowning in credit card debt, this is your lifeline. I’m sharing the five strategies that can help you pay it off by the end of this year — and stay out of it for good. From slashing your interest rate to my favorite debt consolidation tool, these steps can save you thousands and give you your financial freedom back.

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