Girlish Gurus

Girlish Gurus

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Girlish Gurus episodes

  • Student Loan Update

    Joy and Susan talk about federal student loan debt and the end of the pandemic forbearance which is coming at some point!  Now that the White House made the announcement about student loan cancellation as of 8/24/22, we have updated our episode and re-posted it.  Thank you for your patience!

    In this episode some key topics discussed are:

    • The 5 basic rules of personal finance
  • Managing your debt and credit
  • Student loans, including SS and tax refund offset
  • Credit report/score basics

    • Resources mentioned in this Episode:

    • Newcashview.com
  • “Parents’ Guide to Better Borrowing” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Parents-Guide-Better-Borrowing-Alford-Brand/dp/0997824611/ref=sr_1_1?crid=308IYVF8WKB1D&keywords=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566802&sprefix=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1
  • “Money Basics: Keeping It and Growing It, What I Learned About Money as a Bankruptcy Attorney” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Money-Basics-Keeping-Growing-Bankruptcy-ebook/dp/B01CGZOOOY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SLC16YQF3QON&keywords=money+basics+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566704&sprefix=money+basics+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C55&sr=8-1
  • Credit Management 101, Student Loan Debt 101, Financial First Aid Kit https://newcashview.com/
  • Treasury Offset Program (for SS payments or tax refund offset): https://fiscal.treasury.gov/top/
  • The Dollar Lama podcast – on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Google Podcasts and Podbean

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

    And you can find us on social media or our website at:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

    22 min
  • An Optimistic Outlook

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Susan discuss the ways in which having an optimistic view on life can benefit all areas of our well-being – physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. And why a healthy dose of realism is also important.

    In this episode, we cover several key topics including:

    • The importance of optimism in living our best lives.
  • Studies that show optimism can extend your life!
  • Various ways to become more optimistic.
  • Realistic thinking is also necessary to having balance in your life.

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    • https://www.optimistdaily.com
  • https://www.optimistdaily.com/2022/06/whats-the-secret-to-a-longer-life-optimism-of-course/
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/home-base/201807/pessimist-explains-why-optimism-is-good-you
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-insight/201804/is-it-possible-be-too-optimistic
  • https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-be-optimistic-4164832
  • https://www.verywellmind.com/the-benefits-of-optimism-3144811

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

    And you can find us on social media or our website at:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

    33 min
  • Bookish Babes Book Review 7-21-22

    This is the first of a series of podcast episodes in which Joy and Susan each discuss one of their favorite books. The book genres will vary, and in each episode they will provide a quick recap of a book they’ve read and enjoyed, and why they’d recommend it to others. Perhaps you’ll discover a new book to read and maybe share your own recommendations.

    In this first edition of Bookish Babes, Joy chose the book “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle and Susan chose the book “The Four Agreements” by don Miguel Ruiz.

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode

    Eckhart Tolle

    • “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle
  • https://eckharttolle.com
  • @eckharttolle

    • don Miguel Ruiz

    • “The Four Agreements” by don Miguel Ruiz
  • https://www.miguelruiz.com
  • @donmiguelruiz

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

    And you can find us on social media at:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand - Instagram

     

    Hashtags:

    #girlishgurus

    #gggems

    #podcast

    #bestlife

    #proaging

    #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment

    #midlifewomen

    #eckharttolle

    #thepowerofnow

    #donmiguelruiz

    #thefouragreements

    #books

    #bookstagram

    #booklover

    #booksofinstagram

    30 min
  • Health Insurance with Mickey Alford-Lane

    Joy and Susan talk with Mickey Alford-Lane (Joy’s sister) about women’s healthcare and health insurance. Mickey had a career in human resources/compensation, and also supported the benefits department at that organization. She has personal experience dealing with the health insurance industry as a mother advocating for her children, as well as supporting and being an advocate for other families who have struggled with healthcare and health insurance issues.

    In this episode, we cover several key topics, including:

    • Healthcare issues for women 45 and older
  • The healthcare system is broken…and it doesn’t always serve women well
  • Healthcare options available
  • In-network and out-of-network provider issues

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode

    • Statista – source for data around women and healthcare coverage: https://www.statista.com
  • Kaiser Family Foundation – a nonprofit that focus on national health issues: https://www.kff.org
  • American Rescue Plan: https://www.whitehouse.gov/american-rescue-plan/
  • Medicaid: https://www.medicaid.gov
  • Affordable Care Act Information: https://www.healthcare.gov
  • EOB - Explanation of Benefits – information provided by your healthcare provider that explains the benefits available

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

    And you can find us social media:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand - Instagram

     

     

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging  #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen

    32 min
  • The Importance of Girlfriends

    In this episode, Joy and Susan discuss the importance of friendships for women (and really, everyone) and how science has proven that having friends in our lives makes us healthier and happier!

    The key topics include:

    • Importance of girlfriends to our overall health and quality of life
  • Scientific studies that prove the benefits of having social connections
  • Quality vs quantity of friendships
  • Negative impact of loneliness
  • “Marble Jar Friends” (Brené Brown)

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode

    • Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/more-and-more-research-shows-friends-are-good-for-your-health
  • Healthline Article: https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/benefits-of-a-girlsquad-and-female-friendships
  • Everyday Health Article: https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/social-support.aspx
  • Marble Jar Friends – Brené Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6442YcvEUH8

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcast episodes, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

    And you can find us social media:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand - Instagram

    Girlish Gurus - YouTube

    36 min
  • The Adventure of Travel

    Joy and Susan talk about their love of travel and how it has helped them to grow as individuals. They share how it can open your mind, create a lifetime of memories, and even make you grateful for home.

    • How calmness and creativity can be helpful when traveling
  • The benefits of travel for everyone
  • Trends in travel
  • Enjoying travel close to home

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode

    • https://viatravelers.com/why-traveling-is-important/
  • https://travel.earth/benefits-of-travelling-science-says/
  • https://www.globalwellnesssummit.com/uncategorized/trend-a-more-intellectual-wellness-travel/
  • https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/what-is-wellness/what-is-wellness-tourism/
  • https://www.workaway.info

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube!

     And you can find us social media:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand - Instagram

    30 min
  • Trauma & Grief with Kathy Fletcher

    Joy and Susan interview and chat with Kathy Fletcher, a professional trauma informed health and wellness coach. Kathy is uniquely qualified to discuss these topics through her own personal experiences as well as her professional training.

    In this episode, we cover several key topics including:

    • Events that can create trauma
  • Importance of therapy and grief counseling
  • Honoring and allowing our feelings around trauma and grief
  • Coping and self-care techniques for healing
  • Helping friends and loved ones experiencing trauma or grief

    • Connect with Kathy Fletcher:

     

    And if you want to enjoy more episodes of Girlish Gurus, follow us or subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

     

    And  follow us on social media:

    @girlishgurus - Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand - Instagram

     

    42 min
  • Art In Bloom

    Joy and Susan discuss a special art exhibit they attended at the North Carolina Art Museum as well as:

    • Access to art or other educational, cultural, and historical information through museums
  • Learning to appreciate great artists and their work
  • The importance of taking the time to enjoy and appreciate the art, beauty, fun and joy in life
  • Instagram postings and other creative outlets and resources

    • Connect with various museums through the links below:

    • North Carolina Museum of Art: https://ncartmuseum.org and https://ncartmuseum.org/series/art-in-bloom-presented-by-pnc/
  • Museum Finder: https://www.findmuseums.org/
  • Smithsonian Institute (access to online exhibits): https://www.si.edu/
  • Also, just google “free virtual museum tours” and you will be surprised at what is available!

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode

    #ncmabloom

    #pncartinbloom

    @susanlr512

    @joyalfordbrand

    Check out our website for blog posts, contact information and other girlish goodies at https://girlishgurus.com or look for us on IG - @girlishgurus or by searching #girlishgurus or @susanlr512 or @joyalfordbrand or on Facebook at @susanlr512.

     

     

     

    32 min
  • Money Basics

    The ladies talk about Joy’s background as a bankruptcy attorney and how she started newcashview.com to help people learn basic personal finance techniques.  They discuss money issues that could affect women 45 and older.

    In this episode some key topics discussed are:

    • The 5 basic rules of personal finance
  • Managing your debt and credit
  • Student loans, including SS and tax refund offset
  • Credit report/score basics

    • Resources mentioned in this Episode:

    • Newcashview.com
  • “Money Basics: Keeping It and Growing It, What I Learned About Money as a Bankruptcy Attorney” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Money-Basics-Keeping-Growing-Bankruptcy-ebook/dp/B01CGZOOOY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SLC16YQF3QON&keywords=money+basics+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566704&sprefix=money+basics+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C55&sr=8-1
  • “Parents’ Guide to Better Borrowing” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Parents-Guide-Better-Borrowing-Alford-Brand/dp/0997824611/ref=sr_1_1?crid=308IYVF8WKB1D&keywords=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566802&sprefix=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1
  • Credit Management 101, Student Loan Debt 101, Financial First Aid Kit https://newcashview.com/
  • Treasury Offset Program (for SS payments or tax refund offset): https://fiscal.treasury.gov/top/
  • The Dollar Lama podcast – on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Google Podcasts and Podbean

    • Email us at [email protected] or look for us on IG - @girlishgurus or by searching #girlishgurus or @susanlr512 or @joyalfordbrand or on Facebook at @susanlr512

    36 min
  • Making Menopause Magical

    The ladies interview Lorraine Miano, and Integrative Holistic Health Coach certified in Hormone health.  She is also the author of the bestselling book “The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!”.

    In this episode, we cover several key topics, including:

    • Physical and emotional aspects of experiencing perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause
  • Symptoms of hormone imbalance
  • Advice on how to manage the process
  • The “stigma” of menopause
  • Tips to alleviate symptoms and stay healthy

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    Connect with Lorraine Miano!

    Website: https://themagicofmenopause.com

    IG: themagicofmenopause

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMagicOfMenopause/

    Twitter: @LorraineMiano

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraine-miano/

    Resources mentioned in this Episode:

    • “The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!” by Lorraine Miano https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Menopause-Holistic-Guide-Happy/dp/1944134069/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1546963730&sr=8-2&keywords=the+magic+of+menopause
  • Femmenessence:  https://femmenessence.com/?rfsn=4312915.643158&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=magicofmenopause

    • Email us at [email protected] or look for us on IG - @girlishgurus or by searching #girlishgurus or @susanlr512 or @joyalfordbrand or on Facebook at @susanlr512

    27 min

About Girlish Gurus

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Friends Joy & Lorraine discuss a variety of topics that matter to women mid-life and beyond. Thoughtful and engaging conversations covering everything from our overall wellbeing to creativity and…