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What's your "silent dream" and are you ready to address it? With Tash Etschmann [RETREAT SPECIAL]07 May 202500:28:00

Welcome to a 3-part mini series to celebrate our upcoming retreat in partnership with Yogable, The Money Sleepover this June! In episode one, we're giving you a taster of the types of money conversations we'll be having at the retreat and the type of vibe you can expect, by discussing the concept of a "silent dream". You know, that thing you always kinda wanted to do but think it's too late or that it'll never happen. 

Highlights:

  • What is a "silent dream" and how do we uncover ours?
  • The things people regret not doing when they reach end of life
  • Time is passing – why don't we act?
  • The comfort zone of missed opportunity

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The Money Sleepover is the ultimate women's financial wellness retreat, with all the fun of a sleepover from your youth, but for grown ups. Think: private chef, a sauna, yoga sessions, mindful crafts, facilitated money conversations and empowering finance workshops to help you live a life of joy and purpose.

We have a handful of spots left for the retreat, so get yourself booked in here: https://www.yogablewellbeing.com/themoneysleepover 

 

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FRIDAY FAVES: how to break the clothing spending cycle01 May 202500:40:29

In this top loved episode I'm chatting about one of your FAVE topics on the pod: clothing spending. Oh, it's such a beast, isn't it?! If you relate to the feeling of outsourcing your identity to consumption, you'll love this episode. 

GET YOUR TICKETS TO MASTER YOUR STYLE MASTER YOUR SPENDING! https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed

Join the waitlist for next round of The Wardrobe Project: https://mailchi.mp/7dbdeba873ab/atq5ho25bz?mc_cid=d857a7f281&mc_eid=9e962acd97 

Episode highlights:

  • Increasing your readiness to change by broadening your understanding of your clothing spending behaviour
  • Why unmet expectations are at the core of the clothing spending cycle
  • Using The Tomorrow Rule to trick your brain into making better buying decisions
  • Using The Rule of 5 when buying clothing to help you make better decisions
  • Focusing on what you're gaining, not what you're giving up
  • The power of behavioural rehearsal 

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GET THE NEWSLETTER: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter (that just so happens to have fun bits like a hot & not list, things I didn't buy, and fun updates from behind the scenes. Head to www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

 

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Financial behaviour hacks to make money simpler, part 130 Apr 202500:33:26

Money management doesn't have to feel restrictive or complicated. In this episode, I share 4 practical financial behaviour hacks that have transformed my relationship with money and can help make your finances simpler too.

Highlights:

  • Why matching your budget to your actual environment is crucial for financial success
  • The "lazy gal budget" method that eliminates mental gymnastics around spending
  • The power of having small financial goals to guide your decisions
  • Finding the "yes" when you have to say no to yourself financially

Mentioned in this episode: 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

https://amzn.to/4jnBupb 

**Sign up to The Glue: **the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe 

 

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THAT'S JUICY: Emily Wallace on insider property knowledge24 Apr 202500:41:08

Welcome to a new series of the podcast called That's Juicy! where I nab a chat with experts in a range of fields and squeeze the juice out of what they do best, to equip you with the knowledge you need in life and money.

This week we're joined by long-time friend of the show, Emily Wallace, who is a prolific Buyer's Advocate here in Melbourne. She knows the property buying process for first and family home buyers like the back of her hand, and in this episode of That's Juicy, she shares her best advice on navigating the confusing world of real estate. 

Highlights:

  • The surprising factor that makes someone a "difficult buyer"
  • Why having rental experience doesn't always make you a better property buyer
  • The hidden value of asking about vendor circumstances
  • A dollar value example of the power of buying off-market.

You will learn:

  • How to apply the property triangle framework to make better buying decisions
  • Practical strategies for managing outside opinions during your buying journey
  • Insider tips for building relationships with real estate agents
  • Effective negotiation techniques that create win-win situations for buyers and vendors

Where to find Emily:

https://wallaceadvocates.com.au/

Instagram: @emily_wallace_ba

TikTok: @buyersadvocatemelbourne 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

https://amzn.to/4jnBupb 

**Sign up to The Glue: **the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe 

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How to build a regular reflection routine for your money23 Apr 202500:40:53

In this episode, I share why developing a monthly money reflection practice can transform your relationship with money. Instead of waiting until year-end to review your finances, I'll show you how regular reflection can lead to faster improvements and more intentional financial decisions.

Highlights:

  • Why I believe monthly reflection yields better results than solely annual reviews
  • Research on reflection improving performance by 18%
  • My simple framework to make reflection a sustainable habit
  • How to adapt my LILAC framework for monthly money check-ins

You will learn:

  • How to set up your own monthly money reflection ritual
  • Practical ways I use to review my numbers without judgment
  • Questions I ask that go beyond the numbers to uncover patterns
  • How I use reflection insights to set meaningful intentions
  • My tips for overcoming common reflection challenges

Resources Mentioned

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

https://amzn.to/4jnBupb 

**Sign up to The Glue: **the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe 

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Financial imposter syndrome: what is it and how do we tackle it?17 Apr 202500:32:32

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Style and spending miniseries: your identity11 Apr 202500:27:48

Welcome to the final episode in our 3 part style & spending mini series! Today we're finishing off with the aspect of your style that comes entirely from your mindset. From breaking up with your fantasy self, to finding acceptance for who you are and changing the way you see yourself, we'll leave you inspired to silence that inner critic and start seeing style differently.

Get your event tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed

Join the Wardrobe Project waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/7dbdeba873ab/atq5ho25bz

Download Carted and start your wishlist today: https://www.carted.com/

Where to find Maddy:

Instagram: @_madaboutfashion

TikTok: @madaboutfashion

Website: www.mad-aboutfashion.com.au

Where to find Emma:

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

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Style and spending mini series: your buying patterns10 Apr 202500:23:36

Welcome back to the Master Your Style, Master Your Spending mini series, celebrating our upcoming Melbourne event this May, hosted by me, Emma Edwards, and my cohost and stylist, Maddy Forster. In this episode we're delving into your spending and buying patterns, including vulnerably sharing our own, in order to understand the cycles we might be stuck in, and how we can break them.

Get your event tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed

Join the Wardrobe Project waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/7dbdeba873ab/atq5ho25bz

Download Carted and start your wishlist today: https://www.carted.com/

Where to find Maddy:

Instagram: @_madaboutfashion

TikTok: @madaboutfashion

Website: www.mad-aboutfashion.com.au

Where to find Emma:

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Style and spending mini series: your wardrobe09 Apr 202500:29:21

Welcome to the Master Your Style, Master Your Spending mini series, celebrating our upcoming Melbourne event this May, hosted by me, Emma Edwards, and my cohost and stylist, Maddy Forster. In this episode we're starting off in your wardrobe, exploring what we can learn from the things we already have. From what to do with those items you don't wear but can't let go of, to what we can learn from the things we do and don't feel good in, you'll leave this ep hungry to go and get stuck into your wardrobe and audit your clothes.

Get your event tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed

Join the Wardrobe Project waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/7dbdeba873ab/atq5ho25bz

Download Carted and start your wishlist today: https://www.carted.com/

Where to find Maddy:

Instagram: @_madaboutfashion

TikTok: @madaboutfashion

Website: www.mad-aboutfashion.com.au

Where to find Emma:

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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FRIDAY FAVES: why do we never have anything to wear, with Maddy Forster03 Apr 202500:45:51

Melbourne style and spending event tickets are on sale now!!! Early bird until 7 April https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed 

In this episode I chat to stylist, Maddy Forster from Mad About Fashion about the power of finding your personal style, for your happiness, your bank account, and your confidence. 

This episode originally appeared as part of my 6 week group experience, The Wardrobe Project, where we hit pause on our clothing consumption and untangle our spending habits as they relate to our style. Keen to hear when the next round enrols? Join the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/e60be6e4205a/eyhjwar1s8

Also mentioned in this episode: I Hired a Stylist and Here's What it Taught Me About Consumption. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zR3cFszEbKIocRVoUazHr?si=ix9wzCDYSnS-4ps3OGkOBg

Where to find Maddy:

Instagram: @_madaboutfashion

TikTok: @madaboutfashion

Website: https://www.mad-aboutfashion.com.au/

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

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Explanations versus excuses02 Apr 202500:25:27

In this episode, I dive into the critical difference between explanations and excuses when it comes to our financial situations. I explore how identifying this difference can transform our money mindset, help us take meaningful action, and prevent future regrets. By learning to shift from excuse-making to explanation-seeking, we can break through psychological barriers and create genuine financial progress.

Episode Highlights:

  1. Explanations vs. Excuses: I break down how explanations clarify with facts and context, while excuses shift responsibility and provide psychological comfort that ultimately holds us back.
  2. The Self-Employment Example: I share my personal tendency to use "I'm self-employed, so it's harder" as an excuse, and how transforming this into an explanation creates actionable pathways forward.
  3. Four Questions to Identify Excuses: I provide a framework to determine if you're making excuses or giving explanations, including asking if it's specific, if there's a way forward, if you'll stand by it in five years, and if there's anything you're not telling yourself.
  4. The Future Self Perspective: I discuss how our future selves will thank us for turning excuses into explanations that we can act upon, rather than letting opportunities pass us by.
  5. Life's Regrets: I reference Bronnie Ware's "Top Five Regrets of the Dying" to highlight how excuse-making can lead to unfulfilled dreams and missed opportunities for meaningful connections.

What you will learn:

  • How to differentiate between legitimate explanations and limiting excuses in your financial life
  • Practical techniques to transform your excuses into explanations that enable action
  • Why psychological comfort from excuses can lead to long-term regret
  • How to balance accepting real financial challenges while still moving forward

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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FRIDAY FAVES: mindless spending versus investing in yourself28 Mar 202500:27:17

When are we buying to fix ourselves, and when are we "investing in ourselves"? In this solo episode I dive into the sometimes-dangerous advice I see on social media about "investing in yourself" (which is basically just fixing yourself and/or emotional spending in disguise), and unpack the differences between healthy investments in yourself and toxic pseudo investments in yourself. Then, we move onto a model you can use to explore 7 ways you can invest in yourself in a meaningful way, and side step that toxic side of self-investment. 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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How to like yourself more PART TWO26 Mar 202500:35:16

In part two of this slap-a-dappin episode on self-image and financial health, I explore four additional powerful strategies to build self-acceptance and stop the cycle of emotional spending. Building on the foundation laid in part one, this episode dives deeper into identifying your "fantasy self," recognising spending triggers, working with what you already own, and developing a framework to intercept negative self-talk. Discover how liking yourself more can become your financial superpower and free up mental space previously consumed by self-criticism.

What you will learn: 

  • How to identify your "fantasy self" and break the spending cycle tied to that unrealistic image
  • Techniques to recognise and distance yourself from triggers that lead to emotional spending
  • Why working with what you already own can radically shift your relationship with yourself
  • A practical A.A.D.E. framework (Acknowledge, Articulate, Dispute, Evidence) to intercept negative self-talk
  • The connection between self-acceptance and improved financial decision-making

Episode Highlights

  • How identifying your "fantasy self" can help you intercept emotional spending before it happens (5:40)
  • Why your triggers for disliking yourself are powerful clues for changing your relationship with money (12:30)
  • The radical act of deciding you can like yourself with what you already own (18:20)
  • Introduction of the A.A.D.E. framework for transforming negative self-perception (22:35)
  • Why liking yourself is actually a "cheat code" for financial wellbeing (28:15)
  • My personal journey from self-criticism to neutrality and how it transformed my spending (30:25)
  • The connection between women's self-image struggles and engagement with personal finance (32:10)

Mentioned in this episode: The Spending Trap of Your Fantasy Self episode: https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/episodes/friday-faves-the-spending-trap-of-your-fantasy-self/?portfolioCats=362

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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FRIDAY FAVES: is a lack of self love sabotaging your finances?20 Mar 202500:33:02

Step into my time machine: for this week's Friday Fave we're going all the way back to 2023 to hear a fave ep about the link between a lack of self love and financial self sabotage, WOOF! Buckle up, it's a juicy one.

When we exist in a society that conditions us (especially women and marginalised groups) to constantly pursue "better" versions of ourselves, our finances often suffer as a result. I share how my own struggles with self-esteem in my teens and early twenties led to financial leakage, and how therapy and self-awareness have transformed my relationship with both myself and my money.

Highlights:

  1. Emotional Spending Cycles: How using shopping as a coping mechanism creates a vicious cycle of temporary highs followed by financial regret
  2. Self-Sabotage Patterns: Why we unconsciously derail our own financial progress when operating from a place of low self-worth
  3. The "Worthiness" Factor: How feeling undeserving can prevent you from saving, negotiating better pay, or charging what you're worth
  4. Identity-Based Purchasing: The danger of buying things to "become" someone else rather than to enhance who you already are
  5. The Awareness Solution: Practical first steps to notice the connection between your self-esteem and spending habits

What you'll learn:

  • The 7 specific ways low self-love sabotages your financial confidence
  • How to identify when you're spending to fill emotional gaps rather than actual needs
  • Why struggling financially might feel like your "comfort zone" (and how to break free)
  • The psychological difference between healthy vs. toxic identity-based purchasing
  • Simple reflection practices to begin healing your relationship with both yourself and your money

If you're stuck in a cycle of taking one step forward and two steps back with your finances, this episode will help you understand the underlying self-worth issues that might be holding you back.

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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How to like yourself more (and be better with money in the process) PART ONE19 Mar 202500:36:34

In this episode I explore the profound connection between self-acceptance and financial wellness. Discover why the journey to liking yourself isn't a simple switch to flip, but rather a transformative process that can revolutionise your relationship with both your self-image and your spending habits. I had SO MUCH TO SAY it's ended up being a two parter, so tune in next Thursday for 4 more ways to like yourself more.

What you'll learn:

  • Why self-acceptance is a gradual journey of neuroplasticity, not an overnight transformation
  • The surprising ways our self-perception drives our financial decisions
  • Practical strategies to break the cycle of "improvement" spending
  • How to begin separating your self-worth from the standards we've been conditioned to meet

Episode Highlights:

  • The Self-Love Switch Myth
    Why we've been conditioned to believe self-acceptance is instantaneous rather than a gradual rewiring of our thinking patterns.
  • The Money-Image Connection
    Explore the hidden relationship between how we see ourselves and where our money goes—particularly through "enhancement" purchases that promise to make us more acceptable.
  • Breaking the Consumption-Confidence Loop
    Learn why stopping certain consumption patterns might actually be more effective than adding new ones when building self-acceptance.
  • The Mirror of Judgment
    Discover how our perception of others directly influences our self-criticism and spending habits, and what we can do to break this pattern.
  • Neutrality Before Positivity
    My journey of moving from self-hatred to self-neutrality before reaching self-acceptance, and why this middle step is crucial.
  • The True Cost of Self-Criticism
    Uncover the financial impact of constantly trying to "fix" yourself through purchases, and what happens when you begin to step away from this pattern

Quotable Moments:

"When you're relying on that externality, that was just a complete sinkhole of spending because there is no end there. It's just a cycle that's going to keep going around." 

"If you see it as a project of changing the way you see yourself, rather than just going from disliking yourself to liking yourself, it will feel a lot more manageable."

Stay tuned for Part 2 next week!

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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FRIDAY FAVES: 10 ways to upgrade your life and feel like a baddie (without spending a tonne of money)14 Mar 202500:27:46

We all love a good actionable list, and this week I'm taking you through ten wallet-friendly ways to level up your life without burning a hole in your budget. From sprucing up your morning routine to splurging on fancy hand soaps, I explore practical strategies for enhancing your lifestyle without breaking the bank. With the current cost of living, it's never been more important to prioritise upgrades that improve your life long-term (that includes improving your happiness!).

Have a listen, and let me know on socials what small thing you fit into your budget that leaves you feeling like the baddie that you are!

Episode highlights:

  • Practical strategies for upgrading life affordably.
  • The importance of carving out time for personal choice and enjoyment.
  • How to enhance your daily routine, and indulgences without overspending.

“When is a spend lifestyle creep that is going to be damaging and when is a spend actually a perfectly reasonable expression of lifestyle elevation?"
Emma [05:19]

“When we're actually looking at taking care of ourselves, looking after ourselves and prioritising ourselves, we have to consider the financial component."
Emma [04:31]

“Sometimes having something in stock and available to you is actually a really good way to stop yourself from like having that scarcity..."
Emma [21:20]

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/?v=518f4a738816

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration

TikTok: @the.brokegeneration 

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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14 ways to cultivate confidence outside of clothing consumption12 Mar 202500:33:46

In this episode I'm taking you through some advice I use in my Wardrobe Project behaviour change program about how to break the habit of buying your confidence on a rack. I spent years outsourcing my confidence and my identity to consumption, most notably clothing consumption, and it not only drained my bank account, but kept me stuck in a cycle of never being good enough. I'll take you through 14 things, from practical tips to mindset shifts, to help you embrace confidence outside of consumption.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe

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FRIDAY FAVES: how to quiet quit unhelpful spending and consumption patterns06 Mar 202500:34:15

In this episode, I explore the idea of "quiet quitting" beyond the workplace and how it applies to our consumption habits. Inspired by a recent newsletter on stepping back from the beauty hamster wheel, can a change in mindset help us break free from the cycle of overconsumption and superficial self-care? I share practical strategies for assessing what genuinely adds value to our lives, like simplifying beauty routines and scrutinising our purchases. From questioning the necessity of trendy beauty treatments to evaluating convenience-driven consumption, I show how adopting a quiet quitting attitude has empowered me to make more intentional choices, and you can too! 

Episode highlights:

  • Practical tips on simplifying beauty routines and scrutinising purchases.
  • How convenience-driven consumption impacts spending.
  • Actionable strategies for making better choices about consumption.

“I was able to identify that the thing compelling me to pay for that, or to consider getting that treatment, was because I felt pressure that everybody else was."
Emma [12:26]

“All of these things are priming us to become these convenience seeking consumers like it doesn't serve us."
Emma [20:08]

“Is this really expressing myself? …Can I really see beyond this one decision and really can I really make sense of what I'm actually trying to do with this consumption decision."
Emma [25:38]

Book mentioned: Indistractable by Nir Eyal

Follow for help with your fashion footprint: curatedwardrobe.au

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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9 ways to spend money like a financially confident queen05 Mar 202500:48:23

In this episode I'm taking you through 9 practical ways to learn to SPEND money like a financially confident queen – because when we SPEND money effectively, we can do everything else much better, too.

Highlights:

  • Why learning to spend money is paramount to learning to save and invest
  • Countering values-based spending with anti-values sacrifices
  • Identifying and eliminating a scarcity mindset
  • Knowing your numbers
  • Setting up your financial ecosystem for success

Mentioned in this episode: expense streamlining calculator buymeacoffee.com/thebrokegen/e/310925

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe

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FRIDAY FAVES: 7 mindset shifts I've undergone on my finance journey so far27 Feb 202501:08:48

In this episode I take you on a journey through the many evolutions of my personal finances so far, through the lens of the mindset shifts and identity upgrades I've undergone going from hot money mess to financially confident and building wealth.

I go through the changes I made as I:

  • Started fixing my finances once and for all
  • Began paying off debt
  • Finally paid off my debt
  • Learned to save
  • Invested small amounts
  • Invested bigger amounts
  • Went full time self employed
  • and bought a brand new car for the first time ever 

Order GOOD WITH MONEY: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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How to get dopamine from saving instead of spending26 Feb 202500:38:31

We all know that dopamine drives our spending, whether it's impulse shopping, online browsing, or grabbing a little treat just because. That quick hit of excitement can make spending feel effortless, while saving? Not so much. But what if we could flip the script and make saving just as rewarding as swiping our card?

This week, I'm unpacking how to retrain your brain to crave financial wins instead of spending sprees. By understanding the psychology behind our money habits, we can start making small shifts that give us that same dopamine rush, not from spending, but from watching our savings grow.

I'm covering:

  • Why we're wired to seek dopamine from spending
  • How to make saving feel just as rewarding
  • Simple ways to gamify your savings

If you've ever struggled to break the cycle of impulse spending, this one's for you!

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
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FRIDAY FAVES: the spending trap of your fantasy self20 Feb 202500:36:49

This week's Friday Fave is an episode on how our fantasy self shows up in our spending habits! We're unpacking the concept of the "fantasy self" and exploring how it influences our financial behaviours and spending decisions. If you've participated in my wardrobe challenges, you might already be familiar with the idea of the fantasy self when it comes to clothing. But today, we're broadening that lens to see how it shows up in various aspects of our lives.

Today I'm covering:

  • Understanding the Fantasy Self
  • Common Categories Where the Fantasy Self Shows Up
  • How to Dismantle Your Fantasy Self

Listen to the episode on Spending Runways mentioned in this episode here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/episodes/are-spending-runways-draining-your-money/?portfolioCats=362 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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5 things I've learned since I started tracking my spending again20 Feb 202500:29:49

In this episode I'm taking you through 5 things I've learned since starting to track my spending again as part of running Smart Spenders Club! 

Highlights:

  • how tracking can provide a helpful behaviour modifier
  • why visuals can help you connect to the impact of your spending
  • the dangers of avoidance and how tracking helps you face the music

Smart Spenders Club has closed for enrolment now, but stay tuned for a potential second round later this year.

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FRIDAY FAVES: I didn't buy clothes for one whole year, here's what happened14 Feb 202501:06:27

Over the next 10 weeks, we're hitting replay on 10 of your most loved episodes, to give a little extra love to the eps that made the most difference in your lives and your finances throughout the four (yes FOUR!!) years of The Broke Generation podcast. 

First up we've got one of the most listened to eps of the podcast EVER... my round up of my year long wardrobe freeze. If you're new here, you're gonna love this one. If you've listened before, let it hit in a whole different way. 

Thank you so much for listening to the podcast and being a part of the gang – I so appreciate you! To celebrate the best eps of the last four years, why not share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more people!? 

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Why do we struggle to spend money once we've saved it?13 Feb 202500:37:15

A common dilemma that plagues many of us on our journey to getting good with money is this: we finally save up some money, feel our first sense of financial confidence, finally start to feel things clicking into place... and then suddenly feel immense guilt and ickiness when it comes to spending money on things, even if we've saved up for them! 

This feeling is complete and utter proof of how money is NOT rational. In a purely mathematical sense, having money saved up for something is endlessly easier than living in a state of financial chaos. AND YET, so many of us save up for something for the first time ever, and when the time comes to spend that money, OOP, we feel horrible. Not cool, brain, not cool. 

In this episode I unpack this dilemma and explore ways to move through it and come out the other side financially confident and empowered. 

Highlights:

  • How our natural loss aversion comes into play
  • The emotional tension between spending and saving
  • Letting go of binary thinking in all areas of our finances
  • Why a good relationship with money ALWAYS needs nuance
  • Gradually desensitising yourself from the ickiness
  • Ways to organise our money so we're just the right amount of connected, and disconnected, with our finances.

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Be your own CFO: 7 money tips inspired by how businesses work05 Feb 202500:37:30

In this episode I'm taking you through 7 things I've learned in business that will supercharge your personal finances. Your mindset and perspective around money is super important in achieving financial confidence, and these 7 things I've picked up on since being a business owner stand out to me as things we can apply to our personal finances too.

Highlights:

  • Treating your life like a business to give you the clarity you need for success
  • Allocating funds to your different life "departments"
  • Being proactive and reactive accordingly
  • Investing in growth and efficiency
  • Adopting a "margin mindset"
  • Identifying when your lifestyle isn't viable (and what to do instead)
  • Viewing things from a big picture perspective by taking an annual approach to expenses

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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How to quit emotional spending (masterclass replay)30 Jan 202500:57:21

Get in loser we're quitting emotional spending and learning to spend our money in a way that adds to our lives, rather than lines the pockets of clever corporations – in the form of this masterclass replay. 

REMINDER: Smart Spenders Club late enrolment closes midnight Friday 31st Jan GMT, last chance join our inaugural round here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/smart-spenders-club/

If you enjoyed this episode and want to watch the slides that go with it, the Zoom replay link can be found here: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/tIAhJgGu40-gtY4SrJxlMQq0UycCKpXnSh5bRSgDwIGmjnhU4wbAh8_zC8FsiwWq.yVaXeN4Vdc3XZAHf

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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This is the year you... start thinking bigger picture with your money28 Jan 202500:41:05

Welcome to the final episode of This is the year...! This week, we're going to get you thinking BIG PICTURE with your money. I'm talking letting go of financial fears, understanding and embracing your risk tolerance, and believing in more than a life living paycheck to paycheck. 

Highlights:

  • Taking inspiration from the Financial Independence Retire Early movement to build a life you desire
  • The concept of freedom, including the freedom FROM and freedom TO model
  • Defining your 'rich life' (a concept by Ramit Sethi) and how it can help you achieve bigger things
  • Understanding your 'financial window' and how you can broaden your financial perspective
  • Your version of freedom and security
  • Net worth tracking and building on a net worth mindset

This miniseries was created in partnership with PocketSmith: the personal finance software for all walks of life. Head to www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to try it for yourself. 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe.

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Is everyone doing a no spend year?! Benefits, drawbacks, alternatives, and tips for success23 Jan 202500:40:04

Is EVERYONE doing a no spend year in 2025?! It can feel like it from looking at your social feeds, but you don't have to feel pressured to join the ranks. In this episode I unpack the trend of people vowing to their TikTok followers that they're on a no-buy for 2025, explore the benefits of changing your relationship with spending, share some alternative ways to approach bettering your spending habits, and my hottest tips for getting the most out of a no/low/mindful buying period.

Mentioned in this episode

Upcoming Sydney event tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/launch-party-know-your-worth-and-good-with-money?hxchl=mkt-sch&_gl=1*dkn9mg*_gcl_au*MTI3Nzg2NzMyMC4xNzM2ODk4MDU1*_ga*MTYxOTY4Mzc4NS4xNzM2ODk4MDU2*_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*MTczNjg5ODA1NS4xLjEuMTczNjg5ODA2NS41MC4wLjA. 

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

 

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This is the year you...get serious about saving21 Jan 202500:35:35

Welcome back to This is the year...! This week we're exploring ways to make 2025 the year you SLAY your savings once and for all. Saving money is one of the most life changing skills you can learn – and yes, skill is the operative word here. We expect ourselves to know how to save automatically, but for most of us, it's just not that easy. The human brain isn't wired to delay gratification. We've evolved to use the resources we have to avoid losing them, and so saving money (resources) for an undefined reason, to use on an undefined date in the future, isn't something that comes naturally to us. Luckily, there are ways we can hack our brains to make saving fun and easy, and in this episode, I'm going to show you how. 

Highlights:

  • Gamifying saving to make it more fun
  • Using a bundle strategy like the $1000 Project
  • Creating momentum to keep yourself saving
  • Building saving into your budget
  • Learning to live below your means naturally
  • Values-based saving
  • Embracing a base camps vs climbs mentality 

This miniseries was created in partnership with PocketSmith: the personal finance software for all walks of life. Head to www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to try it for yourself. 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe.

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25 goals for 202515 Jan 202500:47:49

Welcome back to The Broke Generation! It's that time of year where I sit down and think about the year ahead, what I want to achieve, and how I plan to do it, letting you listeners in on that journey. This annual tradition is all about sharing my personal goals for the year, and 2025 is no different. If you've been here before, you know this is where I spill on everything from practical habits to big, dreamy aspirations, all with a pinch of fun and zero pressure.

This year, I'm kicking off with 25 goals that are inspiring me—and maybe you—to approach life and finances with intention and creativity. Wardrobe challenges, quarterly resets, and everything in between—this year's goals are all about finding clarity and creating meaningful change.

Episode highlights:

  • Why I'm doing a no-clothes-buying year again, and what I learned last time.

  • How to gamify fitness goals for consistency.

  • The case for creating a quarterly reset routine to stay on track, for my finances and life in general.

  • Setting bold yet flexible goals, like growing my Instagram community to 200,000 followers.

Ready to embrace your goals? Grab a cuppa and tune in.

Mentioned this ep:

Sophie Cliff's 'Create Your Joyful 5 Year Plan'

Check out my events in London and Sydney, including my book launch and a special session with Victoria (of The Comments Section fame)!

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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This is the year you... get financially organised14 Jan 202500:24:11

Welcome back to This is the year... This week is one of my FAVOURITE weeks of the miniseries – getting financially organised. Is this the year you stop chasing your budget like a napkin blowing away in the wind?! YES IT IS! 

In this episode, I share top tips for getting your financial admin in place to set yourself up for the year ahead. 

Highlights:

  • The psychology of sinking funds and why you need them
  • Why getting financially organised creates momentum in your finances
  • How to streamline your expenses (and why it'll change your finances)
  • The power of a payday routine and how to create one.

This miniseries was created in partnership with PocketSmith: the personal finance software for all walks of life. Head to www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to try it for yourself. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Being a "pleasure to have in class" – good for your finances, or bad? The Comments Section with E & V10 Jan 202500:51:59

In this episode, we discuss our common personality trait of being a "pleasure to have in class" – that is, you were a pleasure to have in class as a child, and as an adult, you're hellbent on making a good impression, being polite, and rarely rocking the boat. But what happens when you DO need to rock the boat? And what happens when your inner pleasure to have in class collides with your inner raging feminist? We find out in this classically chaotic ep. 

Once again, please accept my apologies for audio quality. Recording on the go is not my friend. 

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

Book: Know Your Worth, Victoria Vivente (9781923022430) — Readings Books

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This is the year you...find a budget that actually works08 Jan 202500:50:19

Welcome back to This Is The Year! This week we're exploring BUDGETS – most critically, finding a budget that works for YOU. There are tons of plug and play, cookie cutter budgets out there, and while those are great for getting you started, the real magic comes when you find a money management approach that works for you and your brain. 

In this episode, we're deep diving on four budget strategies, and unpacking what they are, why they work, and who they're best suited to:

  • 50/30/20 budget
  • Reverse budgeting
  • Zero-based budgeting
  • Kakeibo

For each, I'll take you through the pros and cons and the psychology of who they're best suited to, so you can take elements that fit best for you. 

This miniseries was created in partnership with PocketSmith: the personal finance software for all walks of life. Head to www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to try it for yourself. 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe.

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How to choose a word for your year (and why you should!)08 Jan 202500:24:00

Welcome back to The Broke Generation podcast! This week, we're talking all about choosing your word for the year - a trend that's been around for a while, but one I think is genuinely worth the hype. You know that TikTok sound, “In the clurb we all fam”? Well, let this be the clurb where we're all about intentional living and smashing financial goals, one thoughtful decision at a time. Picking a word isn't just a cute exercise; it's a way to set the tone for your year, helping you navigate life and money with clarity and purpose.

I'll share why I love this practice, how to reflect on what you really want, and prompts to help you find your perfect word. Whether you've got one in mind or have no clue where to start, this episode will help you get there.

Mentioned in this episode:

Reflect & Reset: The Workshop, now available on demand! https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/reflect-reset-2024/

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: 
https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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On being authors, pitching books, and releasing them into the world: The Comments Section with E&V02 Jan 202500:46:33

Hello chaos fam – welcome to the first episode of The Comments Section for 2025! In a slightly different flavour, in celebration of Victoria's book coming out, we're chatting about our book writing processes, how our books came to be, and the BTS on becoming authors. 

SYDNEY AND PERTH EVENT TICKETS COMING SOON! 

EMMA'S LONDON EVENT TICKETS

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

Order Victoria's Book, Know Your Worth: https://www.amazon.com.au/Know-Your-Worth-relationship-money/dp/1923022431

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How to make yourself proud in 12 month's time PLUS the power of momentum01 Jan 202500:32:07

Welcome to 2025!! In this episode I'm unpacking the power of pride (and the momentum it generates) in your personal finances and exploring what we can do to make ourselves proud this time next year. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Reflect & Reset: The Workshop https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/reflect-reset-2024/

Order my book, Good with Money: 

Australia: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Money-Reprogramme-Spending-Control/dp/1399822446/ref=asc_df_1399822446?mcid=8cfd172ad9473176be1ff7bdcdfd9f24&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=8186753501660029287-1399822446-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8186753501660029287&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9220538&hvtargid=pla-2281435176378&psc=1&gad_source=1 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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This is the year you... get debt free31 Dec 202400:26:06

Welcome to 2025 and welcome to This Is The Year... a miniseries I created in partnership with PocketSmith. Each Wednesday in January, I'm unpacking a money goal you might have, and exploring how we can make this year the year you achieve it. 

First up, we're talking getting debt free. In this episode, I'll walk you through some popular debt payoff strategies, explore the psychology around debt repayment, and how you can find a route to debt freedom that works for you.

This miniseries was created in partnership with PocketSmith: the personal finance software for all walks of life. Head to www.pocketsmith.com/thebrokegeneration to try it for yourself. 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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End of year guided money reflection27 Dec 202400:28:54

Welcome to the annual end of year guided money reflection! Settle in with a cuppa, a notebook, and an open mind, and get ready to reflect on 2024. By looking back on what the year has held for our finances, we're able to set better goals for 2025 by meeting ourselves where we're at, doing more of what's working and less of what's not. Plus, by zooming out and looking at what this chapter of our money story has included, we can approach 2025 from the position of writing a better chapter than the last, while embracing the lessons learned from the year just gone. 

If you want more reflections and support extracting your key goals for 2025, grab access to my annual Reflect & Reset two part workshop. Part 1 was delivered live earlier this month but you can still grab the replay, and part 2 will be delivered on-demand to your inbox on January 6th 2025, for you to devour whenever you're ready to kick off the year.

Tickets here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/reflect-reset-2024/

Also mentioned in this episode:

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK Preorder competition: win a Dyson Airwrap! https://www.johnmurraypress.co.uk/landing-page/good-with-money-pre-order-competition/ 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Reflecting on our year and closing out 2024: The Comments Section with E & V26 Dec 202400:31:00

Welcome to our final episode of 2024! I can only apologise if the audio is a little dodgy in this ep – classic case of not realising there was an issue until it was wayyyyyy too late. Nonetheless, all part of the chaos you know and love. 

Thanks for tuning into The Comments Section this year! Save the date on Thursday 6th February in Sydney CBD for a fun IRL event that you're gonna love!

Have a happy and safe new year, and as Victoria Vivente says: wear your seatbelt. 

Over and out.

 

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How money anxiety can make you overspend and underspend: The Comments Section19 Dec 202400:37:14

Welcome back to The Comments Section with your favourite chaos queens, Emma and Victoria! This week, we explore how money anxiety influences your spending habits, whether it’s splurging out of stress or holding back when you shouldn’t. We also unpack the importance of celebrating life’s non-traditional milestones and how viewing your life like a business—with a mission, values, and strategy—can help you take control of your finances and choices.

Episode highlights:

  • How money anxiety impacts both overspending and underspending.
  • The value of celebrating unconventional achievements unapologetically.
  • Using business strategies to make intentional life and financial decisions.

If you’ve ever struggled to manage your money or felt unsure about celebrating your wins, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped to rethink your approach.

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

You can pre-order Victoria's book here: Know Your Worth, Victoria Vivente (9781923022430) — Readings Books

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Year in review 2024: life, money, business (part two)18 Dec 202400:56:52

Part 2 of the annual year in review is here - tune in to hear what went down in my life, money and business in July - December, and how I'm feeling as the year draws to a close.

Mentioned in this episode:

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK Preorder competition: win a Dyson Airwrap! https://www.johnmurraypress.co.uk/landing-page/good-with-money-pre-order-competition/ 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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The complex case of convenience: to spend or not to spend? The Comments Section with E&V12 Dec 202400:28:17

In this episode of The Comments Section, we explore the complexities of convenience and how it influences our spending choices. With the rise of modcons (modern conveniences, yes it's a real term!), we ask when paying for ease really adds value and when it’s just a clever marketing trap. We weigh the cost of time saved against the convenience of tech, gadgets, and delivery services, questioning if they truly solve our problems or create new ones. We also share practical ways to create convenience on our own terms, without the hefty price tag. From rethinking the convenience of certain purchases to offering simple, budget-friendly solutions, we share ideas on how to simplify life without sacrificing quality.

We want to know—what’s your ultimate modcon? Hit us up on socials and let us know!

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

Victoria has also been a busy bee and written a whole damn book! You can pre-order here: Know Your Worth, Victoria Vivente (9781923022430) — Readings Books

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Year In Review 2024: life, money, business (part one)11 Dec 202401:03:36

It's here! The annual year in review episode where I take you on a journey through what 2024 has held in life, money and business. This is part one, January - June. Tune in next week for July - December!

Mentioned in this episode: 

LONDON EVENT TICKETS

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK Preorder competition: win a Dyson Airwrap! https://www.johnmurraypress.co.uk/landing-page/good-with-money-pre-order-competition/ 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you'll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Hot parents = richer kid? + When can you say you're good with money? The Comments Section with E&V05 Dec 202400:32:59

Welcome back to The Comments Section! In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be good with money. Is it the numbers in your account, or is it the behaviours and attitudes you cultivate along the way? Inspired by personal stories and fresh insights, we explore how saving alongside debt repayment can rewire your relationship with money and why financial success is about progress, not perfection.

From redefining financial goals to embracing the idea that change happens in the doing, this conversation will challenge how you measure worth and success. Plus, Victoria shares the scoop on her upcoming book, Know Your Worth, a deep dive into healing your relationship with money and yourself.

You can pre-order here: Know Your Worth, Victoria Vivente (9781923022430) — Readings Books

Episode highlights:

  • The surprising economics of generational “hotness.”
  • Why saving while paying off debt can shift your money mindset.
  • The myth of a financial finish line and the beauty of ongoing growth.

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

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Goal review: 24 goals for 202404 Dec 202400:48:54

It's December and you know what that means – REVIEW EPISODES ARE BACK! Settle in as I take you through my 24 goals I set for 2024 and whether I achieved them, failed colossally, or changed direction altogether. 

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK Preorder competition: win a Dyson Airwrap! https://www.johnmurraypress.co.uk/landing-page/good-with-money-pre-order-competition/ 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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Why are manicures so good but so bad + are vitamins a scam? The Comments Section with E & V28 Nov 202400:38:52

Welcome back to The Comments Section! Emma and Victoria are dishing out another snack platter of chaos, starting with the glittering promises of the vitamin industry. From “energy boosters” to “skin saviors,” we’re pulling apart the marketing fluff and sharing our real experiences (spoiler: we’re still waiting for that miracle transformation). Are these pricey pills worth it, or is your fantasy self buying into the hype? Then we switch gears to the manicure paradox - the love-hate cycle of salon nails. DIY gel kits, builder gels, and pro shaping skills - what’s really worth your time, energy, and coin? Plus, we talk about finding a balance between aesthetics and practicality, whether it’s sticking with simple staples or treating yourself to the occasional indulgence.

Grab your Sicilian olives and settle in for a zesty chat!

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

Victoria has also been a busy bee and written a whole damn book! You can pre-order here: Know Your Worth, Victoria Vivente (9781923022430) — Readings Books

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Black Friday 2024: 5 practical tips + 5 mindsets to embrace + 5 traps to avoid26 Nov 202400:45:18

The annual Black Friday episode is hereeeeee and I have got a juicy episode to help you stay financially savvy this sale season. Sales have started earlier than ever this year, so I'm dropping this episode slightly early to help you navigate it.

I take you through some of the research and predictions about Black Friday 2024 spending, and then share 5 practical tips, 5 mindsets to embrace, and 5 traps to avoid.

Highlights:

  • Why this particular Black Friday is dangerous for our emotions, coming off the back of the US election and a worrying economic outlook
  • Are our intentions around Black Friday spending actually playing out in our behaviour?
  • Some research suggests we will see more spending than Black Friday 2023, especially in a younger cohort
  • The surprising reason sales have started earlier than ever
  • Why brands are having to get more creative to get us to buy – and why it's working
  • How to navigate your emotions around sale season spending
  • Managing loss aversion and regret avoidance
  • Remembering that life goes on
  • Double dipping with cashback and gift card discounts
  • Why browsing is the real danger zone
  • Supplementary spending, momentum spending and spending runways
  • The difference between discounts and savings

Mentioned in this episode:

Join TopCashback for a $10 cashback bonus: https://www.topcashback.com.au/ref/thebrokegen 

Join ShopBack  to get cashback on your purchases ($5 bonus in new user challenge): https://app.shopback.com/6HkWpKKpPOb

Order my book, Good with Money: https://amzn.to/4eLOi5x 

UK Preorder competition: win a Dyson Airwrap! https://www.johnmurraypress.co.uk/landing-page/good-with-money-pre-order-competition/ 

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

 

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The danger of "popping" somewhere + should you quit your toxic job? The Comments Section with E&V21 Nov 202400:29:49

In this episode, V and I talk about the importance of planning and being intentional, whether in your day to day, or your wider life.

Highlights:

  • The significance of popping out unplanned and the consequences on your bank account
  • Unplanned spending and leaking money
  • Making big life decisions without a plan
  • The importance of a plan A, B and even C
  • Understanding your tolerance for risky decisions

With thanks to our sponsors, Wallace Advocates and Lending Solved.

Where to find Emma

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

Where to find Victoria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bad.bitch.money/?hl=en

Newsletter: https://substack.com/@victoriashakeshaft

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The mindset of your future self, with Kira Matthews20 Nov 202400:54:35

While on my whirlwind UK adventure, I had the chance to catch up with Kira Matthews, a very popular previous guest on the podcast. Kira, a mindset and manifestation coach, is back to share more of her practical wisdom on bridging the gap between who we are now and who we want to become.

In this episode, we unpack how to rewrite the narrative of your life, focusing on understanding your identity and making intentional, incremental changes. Kira explains why overnight transformations often fail and highlights the value of embracing discomfort as part of growth. Together, we’re tackling perfectionism, reframing limiting beliefs, and building the confidence to move forward.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure how to take the next step toward your goals, this episode is packed with insights to help you start rewriting your story today.

Episode highlights:

  • How understanding your identity drives transformation.

  • Why small, intentional changes lead to lasting growth.

  • Practical strategies to overcome perfectionism and self-doubt.

“When I think about changing your story, it's about suddenly being aware of all of these characters, this setting, this scene, this story, the beginning and the end, and saying, actually, I want something new."
Kira [05:32]

“Perfectionists avoid trying to do something the first time because they’re attempting to navigate that inner critic - that’s so out of control."
Kira [24:25]

“Co-working spaces have been really good for me—being around people who are also self-employed—because otherwise it’s so isolating, and you do feel like you’re wrong."
Emma [42:12]

Missed the previous episode with Kira? Check it out here or search for Episode 61 ‘Can you really manifest money? A no BS guide to manifestation, with Kira Matthews’.

Where to find Kira Matthews

Website: https://www.kiramatthews.com/

No Room For Doubt Podcast: https://www.kiramatthews.com/podcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirathebold/

Where to find The Broke Generation

Website: https://thebrokegeneration.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration  

Order my book, Good with Money!

Sign up to The Glue: the weekly money psychology and mindset newsletter www.thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe, where you’ll also get your free Financial Values workbook.

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