Vivian is diving deep into the world of private equity. She breaks down what private equity actually is (spoiler: it's way more than just rich people buying companies), how these firms make billions through the "buy-improve-sell" model, and why that protein bar you love suddenly tastes terrible. Vivian dives into the controversial world of PE "optimizations," from cost-cutting and layoffs to price gouging and healthcare takeovers, explaining why your local gym got more expensive and your favorite menu items disappeared. Plus, she answers your burning questions about investing in PE as a regular person, what to do if your employer gets bought out, and whether private equity is actually the villain everyone makes it out to be.

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Marina Larroudé joins Vivian to spill the tea on building wealth in the fashion industry and beyond in this refreshingly honest conversation about money, style, and success. Marina opens up about her journey from fashion insider to entrepreneur, sharing the financial lessons she learned while working with luxury brands and launching her own namesake shoe company. Marina and Vivian dive into the psychology of luxury spending, the business of fashion, and why financial confidence is the ultimate accessory. Plus, Marina shares her practical tips for making strategic shoe purchases that actually hold value and the money mindsets that helped her transition from employee to founder.

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Vivian sits down with authors and career experts Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill to explore what really happens when you get fired and why it might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Drawing from their book "All The Cool Girls Get Fired" and interviews with powerhouses like Oprah, Katie Couric, and Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura and Kristina break down how to navigate today's brutal job market with resilience and strategy. Whether you're facing a layoff, stuck in a months-long job search, or wondering if it's time to leave a toxic situation without a backup plan, they share the real tactics that work when everything feels uncertain.

This conversation goes beyond traditional career advice to help you untangle your self-worth from your job title, turn unemployment into opportunity, and position yourself for roles that actually pay what you're worth. If you've ever felt defeated by rejection or wondered how to bounce back stronger from a career setback, this episode is your roadmap.

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Live from NYC, it’s Networth & Chill! Vivian sits down with Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, to explore her groundbreaking journey revolutionizing the fashion industry and redefining how women access luxury. From Harvard Business School idea to billion-dollar disruptor, Jennifer shares the bold decisions, calculated risks, and resilient mindset that built her empire.

Whether you're contemplating launching your own venture, or wondering how to turn an unconventional idea into serious wealth, Jennifer breaks down the real talk on scaling a business, and navigating setbacks that could make or break your financial future. If you've ever dreamed of building something from scratch or wondered what it really takes to go from startup founder to CEO of a company valued in the hundreds of millions, this episode is your insider playbook.

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Andddd we’re back! Vivian sits down with bestselling author, professor and expert Suzy Welch to explore her career journey and game-changing Values Bridge tool, a framework that helps you make tough career and financial decisions with clarity and confidence.

Whether you're wondering if it's time to ask for a raise, switch jobs, or take a risk on a new opportunity, Suzy breaks down how to use your core values as a compass for navigating the choices that directly impact your path to six figures. This conversation goes beyond traditional career advice to help you align your professional moves with what truly matters to you, so you can build wealth without sacrificing what makes you, you.

If you've ever felt paralyzed by a big decision or wondered whether you're making the "right" money move, this episode is your roadmap.

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The last episode of season 2 is here! Don't worry, we won't be gone for long 😉

Vivian breaks down the mental and practical roadblocks keeping you stuck before six figures in this no-BS episode about cracking the $100K code. She dives into why hitting your first $100K isn't just about budgeting harder or side hustling more. From the psychological barriers that keep high earners living paycheck to paycheck to the compound effect that kicks in once you hit that six-figure milestone, this episode tackles the uncomfortable truths about wealth building that no one talks about. Plus, Vivian is answering questions sent in by the besties to help them (and you!) reach this financial milestone. 

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Vivian sits down with trailblazing model and entrepreneur Iskra Lawrence for a raw conversation about turning rejection into financial rebellion. They dive into Iskra's journey from facing industry rejection at 13 for not being the "ideal size" to becoming one of the first mid-size models to break barriers in fashion. Iskra opens up about the financial reality of losing her major Aerie contract while six months postpartum, and how that devastating moment became the catalyst for launching Saltair, her cult-favorite bodycare brand. From self-funding her startup to navigating the complex world of influencer partnerships, she reveals why she's turned down lucrative deals that didn't align with her values and how authenticity became her most profitable asset. The conversation tackles the intersection of body image and bank accounts, exploring how insecurity impacts earning potential and why representation matters for building generational wealth.

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Vivian returns with another explosive round of "Am I The Financial A-hole?" diving into listener submissions that range from relationship betrayals to family money drama. She dissects the messy intersection of love and money through stories of cheating fiancés and house profits, manipulative exes who rack up debt, and the complex dynamics of supporting aging parents while building your own wealth. From navigating split checks as a pregnant woman to confronting relatives who freeload off elderly grandparents, this episode explores the fine line between financial boundaries and family loyalty. Vivian unpacks why money silence breeds relationship resentment, revealing how avoiding financial conversations with partners, friends, and family creates the perfect storm for explosive conflicts. She delivers hard truths about recognizing financial manipulation, setting healthy money boundaries, and why your financial curiosity isn't shallow, it's essential for building relationships based on shared values and mutual respect rather than hidden agendas and unspoken expectations.

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Vivian explores the money-saving strategies that can slash education costs at every level, from mastering student discount platforms like UNiDAYS to uncovering travel hacks that save 5-40% on flights. She breaks down the evolution of 529 plans beyond just college savings, revealing how these tax-advantaged accounts now cover everything from K-12 tuition to trade school and the game-changing new option to roll unused funds into a Roth IRA for your child's retirement. From textbook rental strategies to subscription service discounts, this episode delivers actionable tactics that work whether you're shopping for kindergarten supplies or financing graduate school.

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Vivian sits down with Alyson Stoner, the multi-talented performer and advocate, to uncover the shocking financial realities behind childhood stardom. From dancing backup for Missy Elliott at age 5 to starring in Disney Channel Original Movies, Alyson's journey reveals the complex money management challenges that child actors face—and the strategic decisions required to build lasting wealth beyond fleeting fame. Whether you're curious about the entertainment industry's financial structure, interested in career reinvention strategies, or want to understand how former child stars navigate wealth building as adults, this episode offers eye-opening insights into surviving and thriving after early fame in Hollywood.

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