The Money Hungry Mama – Details, episodes & analysis

Ever wondered what it takes to build a magical space for kids… while managing naps, business chaos, and your sanity?

In this episode, I sit down with Dana Warncke, the powerhouse mom behind Little Dreamers Play Cafe in Wall, NJ. She’s juggling four kids, full-time teaching, cheer coaching, and building a thriving play cafe from scratch.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why open play alone won’t cover rent—and what you need to survive

• The creative ways Dana built a local community (hint: her husband literally handed flyers to moms in grocery stores)

• Seasonal strategy secrets—how she stays afloat even when the Jersey Shore is calling

• The business pivot that made all the difference (and how COVID actually gave her a huge gift)

• Honest behind-the-scenes: staffing, insurance, digital registration, and what mom guilt really looks like

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Ever said “We should totally start a business” in a group chat… and meant it?

In this episode of the Money Hungry Mama podcast, Brittany sits down with the three incredible women behind Bond Permanent Jewelry — Ashley, Montana, and Stephanie — who turned a $500 welder and a bold idea into a six-figure mobile jewelry business in under a year.

They share how they:

• Got started with just $1,200 and a whole lot of grit

• Booked out pop-up events across New Jersey

• Balance business, motherhood, and friendship without burning out

• Made the leap — and why YOU can too

Whether you’re dreaming up a side hustle with your sister or sitting on a business idea you’re scared to start, this episode is the real talk you need to just go for it.

🎧 Hit play, get inspired, and stay hungry, Mama.

• Free Resource: Download your “Find Your Perfect Hustle” journal

• Follow Bond Jewelry: @bond_permanentjewelry

What if the lesson plans you already use could fund your family’s future?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dena Skoulos—tech + STEM teacher, toddler mama, and the powerhouse behind Miss Tech Queen. With over 585 resources in her Teachers Pay Teachers store and more than $500,000 in earnings (yes, HALF A MILLION), Dena breaks down how she built her business from scratch—while juggling life, littles, and lesson plans.

We talk about:

• How she started with one sale and scaled to six figures

• Her top tools for creating and organizing digital products

• The TPT strategies you need to stand out and get seen

• Honest talk about mom guilt, burnout, and boundaries

• Why your niche and your email list matter more than ever

Whether you’re a teacher, a mama, or just someone dreaming of passive income—this episode is full of gold.

🎧 Press play and let’s get into it.

🔗 LINKS
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Shop Miss Tech Queen TPT
Buy her STEM book
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Money Hungry Mama tools + resources

What if your side hustle could turn into a nationally recognized business — without sacrificing your family, your mental health, or your sanity?

In this episode of Money Hungry Mama, I sit down with Jess Giovine, the creative force behind The Jess Press and host of Just Press Play Podcast, to talk about her journey from burnt-out commuter to award-winning wedding stationery designer and Michaels MakerPlace partner.

Inside this episode:
✨ How Jess grew her business from her love of calligraphy and community
✨ What it really takes to land features on The Knot and Loverly
✨ How motherhood shifted her definition of success
✨ The importance of protecting your peace (and your contracts!) as an entrepreneur

If you’re dreaming of building a creative business that honors your life and your hustle — this is your permission slip, Mama.

🎧 Press play to hear Jess’s inspiring journey.
💌 Grab your Side Hustle Starter Kit to start building your own dream today!

Not every side hustle becomes a 6-figure business… but every side hustle teaches you something important.
In this solo episode, I’m sharing four creative business ideas I was really excited about — and totally failed at.

From breaking metal bracelets to a plushie-making dream gone sideways, I'm pulling back the curtain on the messy middle so you know that failing is part of building.

Inside this episode:
- Why messy starts matter more than perfect ones
- How to know if a side hustle fits your real life (not just Instagram trends)
-Why originality will always beat copying the latest fad
-How to turn a “fail” into a stepping stone toward your bigger dreams

If you’re ready to find your perfect hustle — even if it takes a few hilarious missteps — this episode is for you.

🎧 Hit play and stay hungry, Mama.
💌 Download the free Find Your Perfect Hustle Journal to start mapping your next move!

In this very first episode of the Money Hungry Mama podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the real story behind why I created this space — and why it’s for every mama who’s ever stood in a checkout line wondering how she's going to afford the essentials.

From an unexpected hospital stay to a moment at Costco that broke my heart (and lit a fire), I’m taking you through the messy, honest beginning of my side hustle journey — the good, the bad, and the beautifully imperfect.

Inside this episode:
-How a $1,500 mistake plunged us into survival mode
-Why I believe every mom deserves more financial security and freedom
- How chasing tiny, scrappy side hustles changed my life
-The real mission behind Money Hungry Mama — and why you belong here too

If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain tired of surviving instead of thriving — this one’s for you, Mama.

🎧 Press play and stay hungry.
💌 Download your free Find Your Perfect Hustle Journal to start building your dream today!

Welcome to the Money Hungry Mama podcast — the show for moms who want to master money, start side hustles, and build businesses. In this short trailer episode, host Brittany Plumeri shares what you can expect each week, who this podcast is for, and why now is the time to start building the financially free life you’ve been dreaming about.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom looking to budget better, a working mama ready to launch a profitable side hustle, or a dream-chasing woman who’s tired of paycheck-to-paycheck stress, Money Hungry Mama is your new favorite money podcast.

💰 Here’s what you’ll get from tuning in each week:

• Budgeting tips for moms and families

• Side hustle ideas that work for real-life moms

• Passive income strategies for beginners

• Debt payoff inspiration and real talk

• Financial tips tailored to mom life, motherhood, and managing chaos

Get ready for bite-sized episodes filled with money motivation, family finance tips, and relatable stories from a mom who’s doing it all — just like you.

🎧 Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. First full episode drops May 1!

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In this episode of Money Hungry Mama, I sit down with Nicole Bowyer—the inspiring founder of Coco on the Go, a thriving athleisure brand built from pure hustle, heart, and determination. Nicole takes us behind the scenes of how she went from waitressing nights and working a 9–5 to traveling to Brazil in search of fabrics, building relationships with factories, and eventually landing her brand in major retailers like MGM properties and Montage resorts.

We talk about the reality of entrepreneurship as a mom—the long nights, the moments of doubt, the wins worth celebrating, and the importance of knowing your audience. Nicole shares how she’s stayed resilient through setbacks, why persistence matters (it took her 8 years to land one of her dream accounts!), and what she wants every mama to know about starting a business from scratch.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to chase a big dream while raising a family and keeping the hustle alive, this episode will give you both the motivation and the real talk you need.

✨ Connect with Nicole: cocoonthego.com | Instagram: @cocoonthego

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Ever thought about leaving a steady teaching job to chase a business dream? That’s exactly what Danielle Matos did—walking away from the classroom to build a thriving social media marketing company that’s now a full-blown family business.

In this episode, Brittany and Danielle dive deep into:
✨ The turning point that pushed Danielle to go all-in on herself
✨ How networking groups like BNI opened doors she never imagined
✨ Why engagement is “a digital flyer” for your brand
✨ Building a business alongside her husband (hello, drone footage + content days!)
✨ The real challenges of balancing motherhood, client work, and growth

Danielle’s story is proof that you don’t need to have it all figured out—you just need the courage to leap. If you’re craving inspiration, practical marketing tips, and the reminder that you can build your business your way, this conversation will light you up.

🔗 Connect with Danielle: @matos_media_marketing

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Ever wish you could pay someone to do the laundry, meal prep, organize your house, and wrap your Christmas gifts while you spend actual quality time with your kids?

Well, Gina did more than wish—she made it a business.

In today’s episode of the Money Hungry Mama podcast, I sit down with the powerhouse behind The Household Handy Mom, a side hustle turned full-blown, fully insured operation run by a team of eight moms serving over 20 clients. Gina shares how a simple photo of a messy laundry room sparked her idea, the real talk behind building a mom-friendly business, and why community and a little bit of chaos has been the secret sauce behind her success.

We talk about:

• Why her clients feel like family

• How she scaled in under a year without paid ads

• Why she now requires deposits (hint: some people will try to get it for free)

• Building a local business with heart, hustle, and spreadsheets

• Creating flexible work for moms who want income and school pickup

If you're dreaming of launching something local, building a business around your real-life skills, or just want to feel inspired by another mama doing the dang thing...this one is for you.

🎧 Press play and then head to our free Money Hungry Mama Facebook community to meet Gina and connect with other hustle-hearted moms.

👉 Tag your mom crew who need this episode in their ears.

Follow Gina: @thehouseholdhandymom