Payday loans are the scam hiding in plain sight.

In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen break down how payday lending works, why it preys on people in financial crisis, and how it traps millions in debt with sky-high APRs.

Kristen shares her own experience taking out payday loans just to cover bills — only to realize she paid back way more than she borrowed. We’re talking 391% APR vs. 36% on a credit card, lenders who target vulnerable communities, and the fact that there are more payday lenders in the U.S. than there are McDonald's restaurants.

If you’ve ever wondered how these loans keep people stuck (and why they make us so angry), this episode is for you.

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It’s only been two weeks since Kristen and her husband of 20+ years decided to separate. Now, she’s opening up about what life really looks like when you’re legally separated—but still living together under the same roof.

In this episode of High Heels & Hay Bales, Kristen shares the unfiltered truth:

• How she went from recording in tears to sharing her story online

• Navigating kids, finances, and the family home after separation

• Why she chose to make a TikTok before even telling her mom

• What it means to be “too open” as a content creator

Adrienne is here to hold space and support Kristen both on and off the mic in this raw and emotional conversation.

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Jen Shah went from Housewives glam to federal prison headlines but how did it all unfold? In this episode of High Heels & Hay Bales, Adrienne (The Lady Like Lawyer) and Kristen (your farm-mama reality check) break down the rise and fall of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star.

We dig into:

• How Jen Shah’s lavish Bravo lifestyle masked a massive fraud scheme

• The FBI investigation that shocked Bravo fans everywhere

• Why everyday people should pay attention to financial red flags

• What lessons we can learn from the Housewives world about money, trust, and accountability

Whether you’re a Bravo superfan or just love a good scandal, this one’s for you.

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Season 2 of High Heels & Hay Bales is here! Adrienne (your Lady Like Lawyer) and Kristen (your farm-mama-with-sass) are back to dish on money, motherhood, Bravo-level drama, and all the everyday chaos of life where polished meets practical.

This season, expect deeper conversations, bigger laughs, and even more unfiltered takes on debt, dirt, and the dumpster fire that is modern life. Whether you’re tuning in from the courtroom or the chicken coop, you’re in the right place.

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It’s the season finale and we’re going out with a scandalous bang.

Adrienne, a proud Bravo-holic, drags Kristen into the wild world of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills - specifically the legal chaos surrounding Erika Jayne and her disgraced husband Tom Girardi. You know, that Tom Girardi... the hotshot lawyer from the Erin Brockovich case, now serving time in federal prison.

We’re talking fraud, lawsuits, political connections, and how $25 million landed Erika in hot water. Kristen falls down the rabbit hole and emerges with opinions.

Whether you're deep into Bravo or just love a good courtroom drama, this one’s for you.

You can’t manifest your way out of capitalism - no matter how many crystals, affirmations, or vision boards you’ve got.

In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen unpack the growing obsession with manifestation and why “just dream it and it’ll come” advice often misses the mark - especially if you’re not rich, white, or born with a trust fund.

They talk about what it actually takes to make your dreams real in a system that often works against you. Because dreaming is beautiful but action is essential.

✨ For anyone who’s ever felt like they were doing all the "right" mindset work and still stuck - this one’s for you.

What would change if women ran the world? (Spoiler: a lot.)

In this episode of High Heels and Hay Bales, we’re diving headfirst into the real cost of being a woman - from the pink tax and overpriced razors to the invisible labor we’re expected to perform every day. With a healthy dose of feminine rage and no filter, we’re calling out the nonsense, imagining a better future, and laughing through the fury.

We’re breaking down:
💸 What the pink tax actually is (and why it still exists)
😤 The absurd cost of being a woman in today’s world
🔥 What we’d change if we ran the damn world
💪 Why women deserve more than “you’re so strong”

Whether you’re mad, tired, or just done, this episode is for you.

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After a couple of heavier episodes, Adrienne and Kristen are back with a little levity (because we could all use a break from the doom spiral). This week, they’re taking on the outrageous, the absurd, and the downright offensive things that are somehow still legal. From mystery fees to corporate scams to crimes against common sense - nothing is safe.

Come laugh, vent, and maybe rage a little as they call out the ridiculous stuff that really should be banned already. Because if we’re going to be in late-stage capitalism, we might as well roast it.

🎙️ Tune in for laughter, relatable rants, and the reminder that yes, it’s not just you - this sh*t is WILD.

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Budgeting advice is everywhere but most of it’s either out of touch or downright shaming. So we’re cutting through the noise.

In this episode, Adrienne (the bankruptcy lawyer in heels) and Kristen (the hay bale budgeter) dive into:

• The budgeting myths that messed us up

• Why budgeting isn't just about spreadsheets - it’s about survival

• What actually works when life doesn’t fit inside a budget template

• The emotional load of budgeting shame (especially for women)

• Real tools, real talk, and a few financial experts we genuinely trust

If you want down-to-earth advice, check out these voices we love and mentioned during the epsidoe:

• Saving Whiz – Gina Zakaria

• @ashallaboutmoney on Instagram

• Color My Credit – Alisa Glutz

• Price of Avocado Toast Podcast - Justin & Hayley

• Overcoming Overspending - Paige Pritchard

We’re not financial advisors - we’re just two women with tired bank accounts and honest opinions.

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In this episode, Adrienne and Kristen dive headfirst into the absurdity of living in 2025 - where the news cycle never sleeps, prices never chill, and our bank accounts are just as tired as we are.

This isn't a political podcast (we swear). It's two women with ADHD, limited bandwidth, and strong-ass opinions trying to make sense of whatever is going on this week. From grocery bills to global meltdowns, we’re talking about what it’s like to survive in the chaos, keep your people fed, and still find time to laugh… or at least scream into the void together.

We cover:

• The overwhelming speed of current events

• Mental load, money stress, and media burnout

• Why staying informed is hard but tuning out feels worse

• The power of humor, honesty, and Hot Pockets

If you’ve ever yelled “what the actual f*ck” at your news app, this one’s for you.

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