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The Optimal Body393 | The Myths and Facts of Red Light Therapy with Forrest SmithIn this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, hosts Doc Jen and Doctor Dom engage with Forrest Smith, CEO and co-founder of Kineon, to explore the benefits of red light therapy for chronic pain management and overall health. Forrest shares his personal journey of discovering red light therapy after an MCL tear and chronic inflammation, emphasizing its scientific backing and practical applications. The discussion covers the importance of proper dosing, the differences between light therapy devices, and Kineon's mission to make this therapy accessible and affordable. The episode underscores the potential of red light therapy to complement traditional treatments...2025-01-2749 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 20: Bridging the Gap-Lessons from animals on living in harmony with Jen SmithOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith does a short podcast and tells a personal story of how 2 cats helped her see the importance of holding space for eeach other in love and how our energy can be the bridge to peace. She shares some insights and wisdom on how we have the choice on a daily basis how we show up in the world and just how much impact that has on the world around us.
For more information on Elevate & Thrive Host Jen...2025-01-2209 min
Podcasting for Financial ProfessionalsHow to Strategically Allocate Time & Effort in Your Business | Jen Smith | Ep 49True abundance is about having the money, health, and time for a fulfilling life.
Virginia talks with Jen Smith, a leading voice in financial education and co-host of the Frugal Friends Podcast. Jen helps people manage their money better so they can have the freedom to pursue their passions and strongly believes business owners must use their time and energy wisely to achieve success.
Her decision to prioritize publishing her book “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” over launching a YouTube channel speaks to the power of making intentional decisions that honor your current life st...2025-01-1651 min
Mile High FI PodcastBuy What You Love - Value-Based Spending - Jen Smith | MHFI 250Doug chats with Jen Smith, author & co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast. Jen shares her journey of paying off $78,000 of debt, her no-spend challenge, value-based spending, addressing financial guilt, and the importance of community support. She also introduces her new book, “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” (co-authored by podcast partner Jill Sirianni) and discusses the book-writing process along with some of the challenges.
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Mile High FI PodcastBuy What You Love – Value-Based Spending – Jen Smith | MHFI 250Doug chats with Jen Smith, author & co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast. Jen shares her journey of paying off $78,000 of debt, her no-spend challenge, value-based spending, addressing financial guilt, and the importance of community support. She also introduces her new book, “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” (co-authored by podcast partner Jill Sirianni) and discusses the book-writing process along with some of the challenges.
This episode is brought to you by GhostBed. Doug has the GhostBed Luxe Mattress and loves it! Take the 3 minute sleep quiz to see which mattress is right for you. Save 50% site-wide on your ne...2025-01-1455 minMile High FI PodcastBuy What You Love – Value-Based Spending – Jen Smith | MHFI 250Doug chats with Jen Smith, author & co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast. Jen shares her journey of paying off $78,000 of debt, her no-spend challenge, value-based spending, addressing financial guilt, and the importance of community support. She also introduces her new book, “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” (co-authored by podcast partner Jill Sirianni) and discusses the book-writing process along with some of the challenges.
This episode is brought to you by GhostBed. Doug has the GhostBed Luxe Mattress and loves it! Take the 3 minute sleep quiz to see which mattress is right for you. Save 50% site-wide on your ne...2025-01-1455 min
Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesBuy What You Love Without Going Broke | Jen Smith & Jill SirianniReady to spend without the guilt? Frugal Friends Podcast hosts Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni share how to buy what you love without going broke. We discuss the concept of values-based spending and how it helps you live and spend freely.RESOURCES:
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Journey To LaunchFrugality as a Superpower: Aligning Money with Your Values with Jen Smith & Jill SirianniThis week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m joined by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, co-hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast and authors of Buy What You Love Without Going Broke. We dive into the true meaning of frugality, breaking away from the common perception of it being about deprivation or cheapness. Instead, Jen and Jill frame frugality as intentional, value-driven spending that supports your goals and priorities. They share insights on understanding spending habits, using a 90-day transaction inventory to uncover patterns, and how dopamine fasting can reprogram spending behaviors. Tune in for practical tips and st...2025-01-0850 min
Mom Inspired Show with Amber SandbergRedefining Wealth: The Frugal Approach to Inflation (Best Of): Jen Smith : 419Do you look at being frugal with a negative lens?
Today I have podcaster Jen Smith on the Mom Inspired Show to talk about reframing frugality to be something you want to do rather than something your are forced to do. Jen shares with us how she paid off $78k of debt in two years and what that taught her. We talk about how scaling back might be a better option then trying to make more money and running yourself to the ground. She shares with us how she still budgets Starbucks into her spending and where she does cut...2024-12-3139 min
Frugal Friends PodcastBONUS: Frugal Ain't Cheap | Jen & Jill x How To Money PodcastToday’s episode offers a peek into what your favorite personal finance podcast might be like, if only it was hosted by two ladies! Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni are hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast which is all about embracing a more intentional and frugal lifestyle… but not THAT kind of frugal. They challenge the idea that frugality is about deprivation and instead highlight how it can empower you to achieve financial independence while living a life filled with joy and purpose. Jen and Jill drive this point home in their new book, Buy What You Love...2024-12-221h 00
All Things Book MarketingNurturing Creativity and Marketing Mindsets for Authors with Guest Jen GraybealNurturing Creativity and Marketing Mindsets for AuthorsIn this episode of the All Things Book Marketing Podcast, host Corinne Moulder, Vice President of Smith Publicity, discusses book marketing strategies and author coaching with expert Jennifer Graybeal, a Certified Creativity Coach. Jennifer shares insights from her 10 years of experience in coaching, workshops, and editing, having helped over a thousand authors. The conversation covers: the value of industry conferences such as NINC and AuthorNation,exciting new trends in book marketing and social media to build visibility,the importance of effective ma...2024-12-1253 min
The Driven Women Project08: Jen Saarbach Former Wall Street VP, Co-Founder of The Wall Street SkinnyJen Saarbach spent nearly a decade rising from Associate to VP on Wall Street starting with Lehman Brothers in 2008, Barclays, and then Morgan Stanley, after which she decided to leave the finance world, only to recently return with a passion for democratizing access to Wall Street for everyone. She co-founded The Wall Street Skinny which is a phenomenal platform that quickly exploded on social media, and is now offering courses to help folks competitively prepare for a career on Wall Street. Jen and her co-founder, Kristen Kelly, host a podcast of the same name absolutely loaded with...2024-12-1152 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeThrough the Looking Glass: How Experiences and Beliefs Shape Our Perception of the World with Jen Smith - Elevate & Thrive Episode 19On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith talks about how each one of us has our own lens of perception that influences how we see the world and each other. She talks about how our belief shapes our reality and how we can strengthen relationships with the people around us by being open to questioning what we believe and the “stories” we tell ourselves.
Sign up for my email list today and unlock instant access to my exclusive, free comprehensive guide! Don’t miss this opport...2024-11-2615 min
Minimal-ish: Minimalism, Intentional Living, Motherhood256: Values-Based Holiday Spending with Jen Smith and Jill SirianniI am so excited to welcome back co-hosts of the Frugal Friends Podcast - Jen Smith (personal finance expert) and Jill Sirianni (social worker) here on Minimal-ish to talk about all things values-based spending during the holiday season. Around here, we are no stranger to intentional living in many areas of our lives, including our spending habits. I absolutely loved this conversation because Jen and Jill bring such an incredibly gentle yet practical approach to navigating holiday budgeting with that same level of intention we strive for in our day to day life. Links f...2024-11-2448 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeFrom darkness to the light: Finding freedom and purpose through divine intervention with Amanda Whittemore - Elevate & Thrive Episode 18On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Amanda Whittemore who talks about being born into a world of turmoil, the unlikely teachers who helped her learn to survive and divine intervention that changed the course of her life taking her to her passion and purpose as a Geometric Yoga instructor who is helping people heal through movement and awareness. She talks about her struggles of growing up in Las Vegas, her struggles, injuries, and how she came out the other side wiser and stronger learning how to put judgment o...2024-10-2953 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 17 - Finding Peace and Purpose with Adriana OchoaElevate & Thrive Episode 17 - From Chaos to Clarity: Finding Peace and Purpose with Adriana Ochoa.
On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Adriana Ochoa, a registered Yoga Teacher who teaches a Hatha-style practice and helps people explore the relationship of body and mind through breath and gentle movement. She talks about her journey with drinking at a young age to cope with life and challenging herself that led to the beginning of her sober curious journey, as well as how all of the ripples led...2024-09-1746 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 16 - How Emotions and Energy Shape Your Health with Dr. Beata HarasimThe Hidden Connection: How Emotions and Energy Shape Your Health and Well-Being. Elevate & Thrive Episode 16 with Dr. Beata Harasim
On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Dr. Beata Harasim is a Holistic and Integrative Doctor who partners with individuals to empower healing by addressing the underlying root causes of their health and wellness challenges. She created the Radiant Health Protocol which harmonizes Comprehensive Gut Health and Healing, Holistic Nutrition and Nourishment, Integrative Detoxification, Emotional Energetics, Nervous System Regulation, and Decoding the Body for a...2024-08-2738 min
Distinguished Physical Education Podcast Episodes#8 - Standards-Based Content and Language Objectives in PE with Jen SmithMy guest today is Jen Smith. Jen is the physical education instructional curriculum specialist at Denver public schools. She received a bachelor of science in exercise science and aquatics at ball, state university, and her teaching credential in PE at Metro state university in Denver, along with a masters in health and wellness. She taught for 12 years before moving into the specialist role where she supports PE teachers throughout the city.
In this episode, Jen Smith and I discuss what PE lessons look like when they aren't aligned to a standard. We detail how to cr...2024-08-2153 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 15 - Living Unapologetically with Jen SmithLiving Unapologetically - How Being True to Yourself Transforms Your Life with Jen Smith
On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith does a short podcast on how at any given point in life we have the ability to choose who we want to be. She talks about authenticity, trying to fit the mould and how the rules are all just made up and how when you step into your authenticity it changes everything for the better.
For more information on E...2024-08-2016 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 14 - From Trust to Turmoil with Jennifer JessupFrom Trust to Turmoil: A Heart-to-Heart on Betrayal, Healing, and Moving Forward.
On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Jennifer Jessup who shares her story of divorce, betrayal and learning how to forgive, let go and being more compassionate with herself and others for the mistakes they make. She gives tips on how to give grace for mistakes and misunderstandings and learning lessons through the hardships.
For more information on Elevate & Thrive Host Jen Smith’s empowerment coa...2024-08-1333 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 13 - Vanlife and Unexpected Conversations with Jen SmithElevate & Thrive Episode 13 - An Unexpected Conversation with A Traveler with Jen Smith
On this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith changes things up and does a short podcast on the power of conversation, listening to your intuition and how kindness can truly make a difference and impact people in unexpected ways.
For more information on Elevate & Thrive Host Jen Smith’s empowerment coaching, visit www.organicallyhealed.com
Join her empowerment360 group on Facebook www.facebook.co...2024-08-0611 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 12 - Letting go of the things holding you down with Danielle CrouchOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Danielle Crouch who shares her story of juggling between a demanding career, family, divorce, single parenthood, and trying to pay for it all. The 'multiple' lives she has led (so far) are diverse and she shares her observations, failures, heartaches, and rebounds; all of which led her to realize the importance of taking control of the pen that is writing our own story.
You can connect with Danielle on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/daniellemcrouch where sh...2024-07-3039 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 11 - Communication Strategies to Strengthen Any Relationship with Jen SmithOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith changes things up and does a short podcast on Communication Strategies to Strengthen Any Relationship. She talks about the importance of listening, being present and what listening really is. Spoiler alert, its not what you might think it is.
For more information on Elevate & Thrive Host Jen Smith’s empowerment coaching, visit www.organicallyhealed.com
Join her empowerment360 group on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/organicallyhealed
Follow on So...2024-07-2321 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 10 - Starting Over with Victoria VakulchikOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Victoria Vakulchik who shares her story of immigrating to the United States with only $500 in her pocket and speaking no English, and the challenges she faced along the way to where she is now. She began her journey as a dishwasher in a small town in Maine, got laid off, and "promoted" to a housekeeper.
Over the next 20 years, she graduated from community college, and got her bachelor's in Accounting. She began her accounting career as an e...2024-07-1650 min
The Chazz Palminteri ShowThis is a First w/ Jen Smith | Chazz Palminteri Show | EP 181This is the first time we have ever had an influencer on the show! On this weeks episode we feature YouTube influencer Jen Smith, who has amassed over 8 billion views on her channel!
In this episode, we talk about the world of social media stardom, the challenges it brings, and the impact it has on personal life.
Jen Smith, a powerhouse in the digital realm, has captivated millions with her engaging content and authentic personality. With a massive following, Jen has become a prominent figure in the influencer community, known for her daily v...2024-07-1533 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 9 - Divine intervention & Breaking the Cycle with Margaret RoyOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Margaret Roy who shares her story of living through childhood trauma, molestation and abuse, fatherless home, abandonment, drugs, etc. She shares how she turned her life around at age 17 after an arrest for theft and how that event led her to a knew life of breaking dysfunctional family cycles and doing it differently.
For more information on Elevate & Thrive Host Jen Smith’s empowerment coaching, visit www.organicallyhealed.com
Joi...2024-07-0950 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 8 - From Cult to Cultivating Self-FriendshipOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Vanessa Elle Wilde who shares her story of growing up in a cult, breaking away from being controlled and finding “Self-Friendship” from an unexpected source.
Vanessa Elle Wilde is a multi-talented artist, serial entrepreneur, business coach, and educator, whose resilience is powerfully illustrated by her early experiences of growing up in a cult and raising her son as a teen mom. Through comedy, she found a profound sense of self-friendship, which has been her salvation and guiding ligh...2024-07-0245 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 7 - Finding your inner warrior with Dulce Santiago-MontoyaOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Dulce Santiago-Montoya who shares her story of surviving breast cancer, learning how to advocate for her body, finding purpose in the pain and learning to embrace the now and do the things that are important and fill you with joy.
Dulce Santiago-Montoya is the definition of a fighter!
Raised on the streets of Chicago's Humboldt Park, this girl has been tested and proven to be a strong independent warrior. She raised her s...2024-06-1835 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 6 - Following your own Path with Miriam FesiliOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Miriam Fesili who shares her story of growing up as the preachers daughter, the expectations that came along with that and how she found her way through the darkness and back into the light.
Miriam has dedicated the last 4 years to learning, her personal growth has led her to becoming a life coach and is helping people find hope and direction in their lives.
You can connect with Miriam on Facebook: Facebook...2024-06-1142 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive - Episode 5 - Mindset Matters with Stacey TurnerOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Stacey Turner who shares her story of how in some of her darkest times, was able to change her life and let go of the beliefs that were holding her back from her best life.
Stacey was a single mother for 16 years and raised 4 kids. She has overcome so many things in life but her biggest obstacle was her own limited beliefs. After the death of her son’s best friend She learned about living in the mom...2024-06-0444 min
Mitlin Money MindsetModern Frugality with Jen Smith, Co-host of Frugal Friends PodcastJen Smith is a personal finance expert and the co-host of the top-rated Frugal Friends Podcast. After she graduated from college, she and her husband buckled down and paid off $78,000 of debt in just two years. They also made extreme lifestyle shifts that she doesn’t recommend anymore. She tried to side-hustle her way out of debt. She stopped spending on almost everything altogether, which wasn’t the answer. Why? Because she was miserable. She knew she had to find a middle ground between spending frivolously and spending nothing. For the last five years, the “Frugal Fr...2024-05-2934 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive - Episode 4 - Connecting to the Other Side with Terri JayOn this episode of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for an Empowered Life, Coach Jen Smith Interviews Medium and Animal Communicator Terri Jay who shares her story of tapping into her intuition to help fascilitate healing FOR OVER 30 YEARS, Terri has helped thousands of people with their financial, relationship, and health issues.
She is and Author of Three books: The Cowgirl Shaman Way - Seven Easy Steps to Develop Your Intuitive Ability; Intuitive Communication - Communicating With People Who Cannot; The Physics of Mediumship. She does readings in all subjects, and offers training for i...2024-05-2837 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive - Episdode 3 - Beating the Odds with Tim McDonaldIn this podcast episode Empowerment Coach Jen Smith, host of Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for and Empowered Life interviews Tim McDonald who is a stage 4 colon cancer survivor. He is a husband, father and papa to his grandkids. Diagnosed in November of 2020, at age 52, with metastasis to the liver, Tim has looked at this as a calling to help others who are are going through their own journey and to raise awareness so that nobody else has to experience the effects of colorectal cancer. After receiving a living donor liver transplant in May of 2023, Tim is now NED...2024-05-2137 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive - Episode 2 - Rising from the Ashes with Cici RoseIn this episode, Elevate & Thrive - Breaking Barriers for and Empowered Life Podcast host and Empowerment Coach Jennifer Smith, interviews Cici Rose about her story about being born into abuse, homelessness, becoming a parent, overcoming challenges, her journey in finding hope, faith and something to believe in that change her life for the better. 2024-05-1524 min
Elevate and Thrive: Breaking Barriers for an Empowered LifeElevate & Thrive Episode 1 - A Story of Letting Go & HealingIn this podcast, we'll dive deep into the transformative stories of individuals who have faced adversity head-on and emerged stronger, wiser, and more empowered. But before we dive into those stories, I want to share a little bit about why I started this podcast and the personal journey that led me here.
My name is Jen Smith, I am a transformation and empowerment coach who is passionate about helping people live their best lives.
I've always believed in the power of transformation. But it wasn't until I faced my own trials and...2024-05-0546 min
Persistent and NastyEpisode 200: Jen Smith of CIISAToday Elaine and Louise chat with the inaugural interim CEO of CIISA the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority about why they were set-up, how they will work, what their mission is and much more.
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The purpose of the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA) is to uphold and improve standards of behaviour across the creative industries and to prevent and tackle all forms of bullying and harassment, including bullying and harassment of a discriminatory nature. Following a significant period of discussion with the creative industries, we are now in the next stages of...2024-05-0333 min
Self-Funded With SpencerHow Adapting to Regulations Can Benefit Your Practice (with Jen Berman)"Compliance does not have to be a burden. It doesn't have to be hard. It can be a value differentiator and an opportunity to really help people." - Jen Berman
Jen Berman joined me this week to close out our trilogy of compliance episodes. We focused on why regulations exist, the purpose of recent legislation like the CAA, and why it’s important for consultants to learn the compliance process.
Jen is the CEO of MZQ Consulting (not an acronym, as we discuss in the episode), a...2024-03-0557 min
The LineWhat problems do Danielle Smith's trans proposals solve?This week in The Line Podcast, your Line editors are forced to talk about trans issues, which they absolutely hate doing, thanks to a series of proposals made by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Smith could have simply done as Saskatchewan and New Brunswick are doing, and that would have been meat for her socially conservative base. But she went further. The proposals will certainly be popular, but Smith is no so-con — she's a libertarian, and always has been. Why has she decided that youth sports is now the business of the state? Jen has theories! Matt broadly agrees with th...2024-02-0255 min
Exit The Matrix - Stories of Success[Jen Ramsey] From Exhausted to Energised Welcome to the Exit The Matrix - Stories of Success Show
I am your Host, Jane Slack-Smith, we'll dive into inspiring stories of transformation, determination, and triumph, showcasing the power of personal development. Get ready to be motivated and energized, as we uncover the secrets of breaking free from the matrix and reaching new heights, right here
Join me today where
My very special guest today is Jen Ramsey ...
The Accidental Sound Healer: How Jen Turned Personal Trauma into Her Life's Purpose
In the depths of burnout and exhaustion, Jen...2024-01-3033 min
Real Estate Investor Growth Network Podcast184 - Badass Interview with LaDonna SmithPet Puppies and Paint Rocks We have one of Jen's favorite people on the show today! This episode is loaded with laughs along with actionable items to get you on a path toward happiness. LaDonna Smith is a total badass woman entrepreneur starting a community for other badass women. She hasn't even named it yet but Jen wanted to get her on the show immediately so our listeners would be first in line to join this group! LaDonna also shared this amazing quote and we added it here: The Dalai Lama, w...2024-01-2243 min
Weird FinanceDebunking Frugality Myths with Jen Smith and Jill SirianniStay in touch and sign up for Paco’s weekly email newsletter, The Nerdletter.
In this episode of Weird Finance, Paco unpacks the hottest new personal finance trend of loud budgeting with frugality experts Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni from the Frugal Friends podcast. Jen and Jill delve into their stories: what prompted them to begin their frugal journeys, how they’ve changed their relationship to frugality along the way, and some of their frugal fumbles.
Jen and Jill tackle and debunk widespread myths about frugality head-on, from the false belief that being frugal is only f...2024-01-2149 min
The Filipino American Woman Project158: "I'm never not going to be Filipina. So what's the rush? I have the rest of my life to study my heritage." Rooted and Rising: Migrating to America with Jen and Nani158: "I'm never not going to be Filipina. So what's the rush? I have the rest of my life to study my heritage." Rooted and Rising: Migrating to America with Jen and NaniFor Part 1 of 3 of the Rooted and Rising Series: Migrating to America, Jen Amos and Nani Dominguez-Smith explore the seven waves of Filipino migration, from the first wave of seafarers, slaves and shipbuilders to the modern diaspora. They also share stories of guests from The Filipino American Woman Project, discussing their personal family histories and connections to Filipino migration. During their conversation, they also touch...2023-12-1552 min
The Fiscal Feminist71. A Modern Perspective on Frugality with Jen Smith of the Frugal Friends PodcastWhat comes to mind when you hear the word “frugal"? If you think of strict budgets or of refusing to spend money on things that matter, it might be time to re-examine your relationship to the word! In this episode, Jen Smith explains what it actually means to be frugal in the modern world and shares her own journey of finding balance between saving money and enjoying life. Jen is an author and podcast host helping people pay off debt and reduce their spending, and she offers listeners her top tips for meal planning, reducing food waste, and making th...2023-12-0557 min
The Financial Independence ShowFrugal vs. Cheap (Replay) | Jen SmithToday, we're re-airing a popular episode from 2019 on frugal vs. cheap with Jen Smith, co-host of the Frugal Friends Podcast.
In the beginning, Jen and her husband find themselves in $78k of total debt.
They didn’t have a ton of income, so Jen tried to add on three side hustles on top of her job.
This stressed her out so much that she ended up with shingles.
In totality, between all their work and side hustles, they were bringing in up to $88k.
Their original goal was to be debt-free in 5 years...
But in the end, it turned out to...2023-10-2545 min
For The Love With Jen Hatmaker PodcastFor the Love of Therapy: Jada Pinkett-Smith on Trauma, Grief, and the Power of Embracing Your JourneyWe’re in the thick of our “For the Love of Therapy” series, and this week we’re getting a full helping of candor and insight from the multifaceted actress and author, Jada Pinkett Smith. Jada candidly reveals another side to her journey that many might not know from her highly public persona, a story where she takes charge of her narrative in the face of what people have decided for themselves who they think she is. Jada recounts the formative and often traumatic events of her past, and talks in stark terms about her present day pain points. Without...2023-10-2550 min
Now That We're A Family232: Struggles In Intimacy, Resenting Spouses Debt, Homeschool On The Road // Aaron and Jen SmithAaron and Jennifer Smith’s love story is one of resilience, faith, and a passion for strengthening marriages. Since marrying in 2007, they overcame challenges with God’s help and founded the online ministries HusbandRevolution.com and UnveiledWife.com in 2011. Through these online ministries, they share their own journey and offer daily encouragement to couples. Together, they have coauthored several books, including 31 Prayers for My Future Husband, 31 Prayers for My Future Wife, Marriage After God, and their latest book, The Marriage Gift. Aaron and Jennifer’s dedication to their mission extends to their Marriage After God podcast and online...2023-10-1759 minMom Inspired Show with Amber SandbergRedefining Wealth: The Frugal Approach to Inflation: Jen Smith: 352Do you look at being frugal with a negative lens?
Today I have podcaster Jen Smith on the Mom Inspired Show to talk about reframing frugality to be something you want to do rather than something your are forced to do. Jen shares with us how she paid off $78k of debt in two years and what that taught her. We talk about how scaling back might be a better option then trying to make more money and running yourself to the ground. She shares with us how she still budgets Starbucks into her spending and where she does cut...2023-08-1540 minFor The Love With Jen Hatmaker PodcastThe Friendships That Save Us: Maggie SmithGenuine heart friendships have an incredible impact on our lives, including our health. Many recent studies tout the connection between health and the quality of your relationships, and that loneliness (not to be confused with being alone) can have a negative effect on our health–possibly even bigger than smoking or drinking or poor eating. So is it possible that our friends can actually help save us? Our guest today thinks so; writer and poet extraordinaire Maggie Smith recently went through a divorce and she credits her close knit friend group for being “her parachute” in that process (much like J...2023-08-0248 min
Wake Up and Read the Labels!Prioritizing Pure Protein with Autumn SmithProtein is the fuel that humans need to function properly and maintain good health. This key nutrient is responsible for building, repairing, oxygenating, digesting, and regulating your body. It is an essential part of any diet, and The National Academy of Medicine recommends that adults consume at least 0.8 grams of protein daily. Without enough protein, humans could experience inflammation, mood swings, fatigue, and prolonged illness. For years, Autumn Smith suffered from debilitating digestive issues and crippling anxiety. She found that her body healed when she implemented a paleo diet. Autumn and her husband Chase launched Paleovalley, which s...2023-06-1330 min
My Happy Ass LifeJen Burg Has AnswersIn this enlightening episode of "My Happy Ass Life," host Karen Smith is joined by guest Jen Burg to discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They delve into the significance of exercise, particularly strength training, and the role of a balanced diet in achieving overall wellness. The conversation is filled with personal experiences, practical advice, and a whole lot of motivation to inspire listeners to start their wellness journey.Highlights:Karen and Jen emphasize the importance of strength training in maintaining physical health, increasing metabolism, and building bone health. They share their personal experiences of...2023-06-1214 minFor The Love With Jen Hatmaker PodcastInviting Calm into Your Life and Home: Emily P. Freeman and Myquillyn SmithIn our ongoing quest to squash the chaos in our lives, we’re talking to two experts (who are in fact sisters) who literally help us create space for our souls and our homes to breathe. Emily P. Freeman hosts the Do the Next Right Thing podcast where listeners flock to hear her soothing voice guide them with small ways to achieve mental clarity and avoid analysis paralysis when making decisions. Her sister, Myquillyn Smith, better known as The Nester, has the superpower of helping us create peace in the physical places we live with smart solutions that tweak ou...2023-05-171h 00
Momma Has GoalsBreaking Free from Limiting Beliefs with Jen SzpigielJen's bringing some amazing words of motivation and encouragement in today's episode. She reminds us to take risks, believe in ourselves, and follow our hearts. If you're a mom with big goals and dreams, just know that anything is possible with hard work, determination, and a little bit of self-care.Jen shares her journey with us, including how she got started in the entrepreneurial space as a mom. We talk about how to push through limiting beliefs and pursue your calling with confidence!As a woman in business, Jen has had to...2023-04-1845 min
Sell By Being HumanWhy Being Human in Sales is a Differentiator - Jen Allen-Knuth, Head of Community Growth, LavenderJen Allen-Knuth is the head of community growth at a badass SaaS company called Lavender. She's the co-founder of Social Social (an awesome community helping people with Linkedin content strategies) and key-note speaker at sales conferences. Lavender is an AI email assistant that helps anyone send emails that actually get opened, read, and responded to. It combines everything you need to easily write sales emails that break through the noise. Jen's background has been as an account executive and eventually Chief Evangelist at Challenger where she worked with amazing companies to enable their sales people to win deals in...2023-04-1440 min
Message In The MiddleWe Do Not Need To Become A Product Of Our Environment - A Discussion With Serial Entrepreneur Jen PotterJen Potter is a Venture Builder, Serial Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Business Leader. Founder of EPIC47 and EPIC Mamas. Her dream is to help 47 people grow their businesses and realize their ultimate potential. Her life purpose is to help inspire others to find their “WHY” and understand that we can be more than just a product of our environment. Having created several businesses and served as a Director and organizer of multiple networking organizations and advising countless business people across the nation, Jen is now shifting her focus to a new venture mentoring new business owners to help them...2023-02-1841 min