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• How to Launch & Monetize a Blog in 2025 Ft. Jannese Torres of Yo Quiero Dinero

  This week on Brown Ambition, Mandi welcomes back powerhouse guest Jannese Torres entrepreneur, author of Financially Lit, host of the award-winning Yo Quiero Dinero podcast, and now, a new mom. Together, Mandi and Jannese sit at the “Brown Table” to get real about: How motherhood reshapes entrepreneurship, boundaries, and time management Breaking free from people-pleasing and stepping fully into self-advocacy Why owning your platform (through blogging, newsletters, and websites) is still critical in 2025 The truth about monetizing blogs: ads, SEO, and building passive income the right way Navigating social media overwhelm while protecting your mental health Jannese’s journey from six-figure engineer to six-figure food blogger and financial educator You’ll hear candid reflections on the messy balance of career, family, and identity—and why building digital real estate can change your financial future. Links and Resources: Connect with Jannese on IG: @YoQuieroDineroPodcast Learn more about Financially Lit and her courses: yoquierodineropodcast.com Sign up for her Blogging Bootcamp (open until Sept 22!) 👉 Don’t forget to check out BrownAmbitionPodcast.com for more career and money tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Bet on Black: Eboni K. Williams on Freedom, Finances & Finding Joy [WASHDAY WOOSAH]

  This week on Brown Ambition, Mandi sits down with powerhouse lawyer, author, and TV host Eboni K. Williams for an inspiring and transparent conversation about life, career, and motherhood. Eboni opens up about her journey to becoming a solo mom by choice, navigating a 45-hour labor, and the support system that helped her through postpartum. She also shares hard truths about the maternal health crisis for Black women, the realities of egg freezing and fertility treatments, and why she named her daughter Liberty. On the career side, Eboni breaks down how she runs her business like a CEO, why she’ll never take a W-2 job again, and how she leverages visibility from projects like The Real Housewives of New York to fuel her purpose-driven work. From resilience in dark seasons to practical money lessons about multiple streams of income, this episode is a blueprint for building life — and wealth — on your own terms. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Eboni chose solo motherhood and what her birth and postpartum journey looked like The realities of fertility treatments and egg freezing that most women don’t hear upfront How to navigate being a small business owner in media and beyond Why multiple streams of income are critical (no matter your salary level) The emotional cost and visibility gain of being the first Black Real Housewife of NYC How to reclaim cultural identity and patriotism on your own terms Resources & Links 📖 Grab Eboni’s book: Bet on Black: The Good News About Being Black in America (now in paperback!) 🎧 Listen to Eboni’s podcast: Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams Follow Eboni on Instagram: @ebonikwilliams BA Fam, Let’s Connect! Join the conversation on IG: @brownambitionpodcast Share the episode and tag us — we love seeing your takeaways! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate & review to keep spreading the ambition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• I Owe The IRS $5,000 and Have $11,000 of Credit Card Debt — Now What?

  This week’s listener, “Beth,” is stuck between tax debt and credit card debt—plus the anxiety that comes when you’re a little bit of a rebel, chasing that nonprofit art life immigrant parents never signed off on. (We see you, Beth!) Mandi shares lessons from her own contractor journey, breaks down why the IRS is no joke, and gets honest about how hard it is to face down those phone calls and official forms. You’ll hear: • Why tax debt takes priority (because the IRS does NOT play, y’all) • Smart ways to negotiate payment plans (and what “offer in compromise” means) • Real talk on avoiding credit card traps, balance transfers, and why budgeting apps like Rocket Money and Monarch can help you see the whole mess clearly • Which debt payoff method actually works for real people (snowball vs. avalanche, plus why momentum matters) • How to keep your sanity and your community close—because shame and overwhelm are not welcome on this show • Lifting each other up and why it’s ok to slow down, set boundaries, and put self-care first (even free self-care counts!)If you’ve felt stuck, overwhelmed, or just wish you weren’t facing those numbers alone, this is the episode for you. Write in, DM, or leave us a voice memo with your story—we’ll show up, judgment free. RSVP FOR MY FREE WEBINAR 9/25: How to Use AI To Master Your Money + Career In a Challenging Economy RESOURCES MENTIONED: https://www.irs.gov/help/let-us-help-you IRS PHONE DETAILS: Individuals800-829-10407 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time Businesses800-829-49337 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time https://www.rocketmoney.com/ https://www.monarchmoney.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• How Did The Government Get The Jobs Data So Damn Wrong? [Solo Ep]

  On this week’s episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi dives into the latest jobs report and how the government issued ANOTHER correction that shows we actually added 911,000 FEWER jobs than they calculated last year. That's half as many jobs as they reported. WTF?She also digs into what the data really says about the state of the economy, especially for Black women. With over 300,000 Black women pushed out of the workforce this year, she breaks down why the numbers don’t always tell the full story and how systemic bias shows up in hiring trends. But it’s not all doom and gloom she highlights industries where jobs are still growing, from healthcare to IT, and offers perspective on pursuing career moves that align with your skills and passion rather than just chasing trends. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to identify your personal “power hours” and use them for your most important goals The reality behind the labor market and why Black women are being hit hardest Sectors where job opportunities are growing despite the downturn How to balance pursuing in-demand fields with staying true to your own career path Practical ways to use AI to boost your job search and career strategy Why protecting your mental health is just as important as networking and applying Resources and Links Mentioned: Click here to Sign up for Mandi’s free workshop: How to Leverage AI for Your Career – September 25th, 8 p.m. EST Join the Brown Ambition Book Club via Patreon:patreon.com/brownambition Learn more about the Loveland Foundation: thelovelandfoundation.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• How The Budgetnista And Anjali Jariwala Became a Financial Planning Power Couple [WASHDAY WOOSAH]

  BA Fam, we’ve got a special one for you today! 🎉 Tiffany is back in the studio and she didn’t come alone — she brought along her powerhouse financial advisor Anjali Jariwala. If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to build wealth after financial setbacks, this convo is for you. Tiffany opens up about her journey from foreclosure to financial freedom, and how she learned to let go of control and finally trust someone else with her money. (Spoiler: it wasn’t easy!) Anjali breaks down the emotional side of money — especially for children of immigrants — and shares the tools she uses to help clients like Tiffany make smart financial moves. We get into everything from navigating money trauma, to building a solid financial foundation, to unlocking “cheat codes” the wealthy use (ever heard of a pledged asset line? 👀). You’ll also hear: Why Tiffany interviewed nearly 20 advisors before landing on Anjali How financial planning goes way beyond investing (think: insurance, estate planning, and even grief support) The real talk about debt: when it’s dangerous and when it can actually be a wealth-building tool Tiffany’s behind-the-scenes stories of buying not one but TWO new properties — and the strategies that made it possible This episode is equal parts financial glow-up and bestie therapy session. Whether you’re just starting out or already stacking assets, you’ll walk away with practical tips and a reminder that money is emotional and that’s okay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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