The Money Script

In this episode of The Money Script Podcast, host Yohance Harrison sits down with Mac Gardner, CFP, author of The Four Money Bears and Motivate Your Money. They discuss the importance of financial literacy, especially for children, and explore the gaps in financial education that disproportionately affect underserved communities. Mac shares his journey into financial planning, the inspiration behind his books, and his mission to bridge the gap between financial literacy and technology through innovative tools. Tune in for actionable insights, engaging stories, and plenty of "Mac Nuggets" that will inspire you to rethink how you teach and approach money.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/macgardner_cfp
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fourmoneybears/ and https://www.instagram.com/finlittech/
websites: https://www.thefourmoneybears.com/ and https://finlittech.com/
Books: "Motivate Your Money" https://www.amazon.com/Motivate-Your-Money-Spend-Invest/dp/0615873251/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1666376426&sr=8-1
                 "The Four Money Bears" https://www.amazon.com/Four-Money-Bears-Mac-Gardner/dp/0692381406/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2KOJFP32POCAO&keywords=the+four+money+bears+mac+gardner&qid=1666376529&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjY0IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&s=digital-text&sprefix=the+four+money+bears+mac+gardner%2Cdigital-text%2C147&sr=1-1

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In this episode of The Money Script Podcast, host Yohance Harrison is joined by financial advisor and Twitter favorite, Michael Policar. They explore the challenges and joys of running independent financial firms, share insights on overcoming the inertia many face in financial planning, and discuss the importance of fiduciary standards. Michael reflects on his entrepreneurial family roots, his journey from broadcasting to financial services, and why Twitter has become a vital tool for connecting with like-minded professionals. With practical advice and a touch of humor, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to take control of their financial future.

Twitter: @mikepolicarngp

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Rashid Floyd is known as “The Car Gawd”.  Listen to what he says about selling your car in today’s economic climate. Everything from buying, selling, leasing, and even the supply shortage for add-ons and other features.

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Instagram: @Rashid_thecarGawd or @Nb_clothing

FB: Rashid Floyd

Linkedin: Rashid Floyd

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We are now available on YouTube! Be sure to subscribe so you can watch upcoming episodes. 

1:30 - Official definition of recessions. NBER has not said we are officially in a recession. Are we in a recession? Is there a recession in your house? 

7:00 - Candy Lawrie shares how she managed her weekly food budget with $50 or less. Candy taught herself how to plan her meals, snacks, and plant-based eating! 

11:00 - Candy shares her meal plan and shopping list. 

15:00 - Yohance shares strategies on how to improve your dining out/grocery budget. Did you know you are paying 3-5x more per calorie when you dine out?

19:35 - Candy started a new LLC to support small businesses and is on her way to double her income!

23:00 - Candy tells us about her first memory of money. 

28:09 - iBonds! Have you taken advantage of this unique opportunity? 

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Whether you are experiencing financial challenges right now, or will in the future, there is an opportunity to stop losing capital and earnings! Meet our good friend Eunicia Peret. One of the country’s top Financial Mentors, Educators, and Consultants. Eunicia continues to help hundreds of families escape financial dependency and experience financial freedom with the Wealth Freedom Formula. You can download your complimentary checklist here!

For more information visit www.EmpoweredFinancialPlanner.com

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In this birthday edition of The Money Script Podcast, host Yohance Harrison celebrates his special day with a captivating conversation featuring Aaron Klein, co-founder and CEO of Riskalyze. They dive into the power of risk assessment tools for financial planning, investor psychology, and the importance of aligning risk with individual goals. Aaron shares insights into the challenges of today’s volatile markets, how Riskalyze empowers advisors and investors, and why he believes financial literacy starts with understanding risk and reward. With personal anecdotes and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to invest fearlessly.

Engineer/Editor: Gregory White
Music: Kevin Gullage

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GIVEAWAY for all teachers over the world!! Repost this episode on your IG, Facebook, or Twitter, and tag @TheMoneyScript. We are providing a CASE of free books for 60 classrooms!! 

Many teachers are looking for resources and tools to teach true financial literacy (usually starting around age seven or first grade). Often we find that many traditional math subjects are missing key points we learn for the first time as adults.

Meet our friend Jasmine Paul a first-generation American. She grew up knowing that money didn't grow on trees and that hard work and education led to success. After landing $40K in student loans, she knew she had to make a change. Now debt-free, a Certified Financial Education Instructor, a financial professional, a speaker, and an award-winning children's book author!

The Wealth Playground: A Kid's Money Book Series offers activities to strengthen your child's ability to understand financial literacy and apply these principles to everyday life. Imagine a jam-packed activity book for you and your child to better understand financial literacy.

The goal isn't to create rich kids; it's to build the next generation of wealth builders who will exercise good values through their relationship with money and others!

For bulk book sales,  click here!

Engineer/Editor: Gregory White
Music: Kevin Gullage

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As of the time of this recording, the major stock averages in the US are in Correction or Bear Market territory. What does this mean? Your investment portfolio is perhaps worth less than it was a year ago. You may have given up all post-pandemic gains depending on your investment strategy.

In this episode, meet Myles Gage, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Rapunzl Investments. This mobile application allows individuals to simulate stock portfolios by utilizing real-time market data. Rapunzl was founded to provide an unparalleled investing education through fun (and free) investment competitions with scholarships and cash prizes.

This episode is perfect for young entrepreneurs and first-time investors. Take this as an opportunity to educate yourself, reaffirm your values & goals, and align your financial behaviors!

Click here to download this free app for iPhone!
Click here to download this free app for Google Play!
www.RapunzlInvestments.com
IG @RapunzlInvestments

Engineer/Editor: Gregory White
Music: Kevin Gullage

Sources:
https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/22/03/26262125/if-you-invested-1-000-in-nike-stock-at-ipo-heres-how-much-youd-have-now
https://www.macrotrends.net/stocks/charts/NKE/nike/stock-price-history

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As a political science and sociology major, born in Movant, Trinidad, and first migrated to Canada, Quincy Chad is a multi-talented, successful actor building generational wealth! Also excelling in athletics and aspirations in fashion, Quincy naturally navigated his career to becoming an actor with one monologue, which he decided to give his all. 

In this episode, Quincy will share his #moneyscript and how he found success in everything he touched through knowledge and confidence.

You can see Quincy as Big Deon on the award-winning Snowfall on FX.

Click here to read learn more about Quincy Chad!

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When sh*t happens, a shift happens. Although holistic practices can be very effective, our good friend Lila Pearsall Quinn has proven methods with yoga and meditation that target specific obstacles in your life.

As of March 2022, Lila has been sober for 14 years! After discovering yoga in 1999, she has found a way to ease depression anxiety. Her approach is creating a shift in concise mindfulness swiftly.

Lila now offers guidance through workshops and private lessons, including:
Namaste Sober, Awakening the Goddess Within (for everyone, of course; helps people reclaim their sovereignty & divinity, so they know their power, radiance, walk in it daily, and Become Unf*ckwithable (how to recover from toxic relationships, create resilient self-esteem and unshakeable confidence).

For more information and to sign up for one of Lila's workshops, click here!

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