The BEST His and Hers Financial Literacy Podcast for Millennials

Recent Episodes

Aug. 27, 2025

103: Stay-at-Home Parenting: The Privileges and Financial Risks

For many families, the decision to become a stay-at-home parent isn’t really a choice, it’s the result of America’s broken childcare system. Daycare costs can swallow an entire paycheck, but leaving the workforce carries hidd...

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Aug. 20, 2025

102: Empowering Women with Money: Bola Sokunbi of Clever Girl Finance

What does true financial freedom look like for women? Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, shares her journey from witnessing women in crisis—arriving at her family’s doorstep with nothing but suitcases—to building one of the largest personal finance platforms for women in the U.S. Raised …

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Aug. 13, 2025

101: Rip & Rant | The Truth About Taxes, Corporate Greed & Crypto in …

In this episode, Jess and Brandon tackle the misconception of taxes, corporate greed and the new twist in retirement planning: cryptocurrency in your 401(k). The path to financial security lies in addressing the real economic...

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Aug. 6, 2025

100: The One Number That Determines Your Financial Future

Your income and investment returns matter—but nothing predicts your financial freedom more than your savings rate . Yet, most Americans save only 3–5% of their income, a level that almost guarantees they’ll have to work far l...

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July 30, 2025

99: Follow the Money in Your Marriage with Forensic Accountant Tracy …

Money secrets can wreck marriages—and cost you everything in divorce. In this episode, Forensic Accountant, Tracy Coenen, reveals how spouses hide assets (think offshore accounts, hidden income, even billionaires fighting ove...

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July 23, 2025

98: Rip & Rant: Insider Trades, Tone-Deaf Tips & Financial Gaslighting

Ever wonder how politicians like Nancy Pelosi and Marjorie Taylor Greene grow millionaire-level wealth while you're getting hit with overdraft fees? In this episode, Jess and Brandon expose the shady world of insider stock tr...

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July 16, 2025

97: How to Pick a Credit Card That Actually Works for You

Still swiping your debit card? You could be earning serious rewards instead. In this episode, Jessica and Brandon unpack how they use credit cards as intentional tools to build value—whether that’s free travel, cashback, or e...

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July 9, 2025

96: Spencer Howard on Unlocking Luxury Travel Through Credit Card Str…

What if luxury travel wasn’t just for the 1%? In this episode, travel rewards expert Spencer Howard reveals how everyday spending can unlock first-class flights, champagne service, and global adventures—without going into deb...

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July 2, 2025

95: How to Build—and Defend—Your Credit Like a Pro

Think your credit score is just a number? Think again. In this episode, we break down the five key components of your FICO score—and why they matter more than you think. Learn how to: Boost your score with smart, strategic mo...

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Recent Blog Posts

Aug. 30, 2025

Stay-at-Home Parenting: Privilege or Risk?

The debate surrounding stay-at-home parenting is multifaceted, complex, and deeply personal. While many view it as a privilege to be able to raise children full-time, there are significant financial risks and considerations that often go undiscussed…

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Aug. 16, 2025

Corporate Greed vs. Living Wages: The Real Financial Crisis

The truth about your financial struggles isn't what politicians want you to believe. Despite the constant narrative that high taxes are draining your wallet, we're actually experiencing historically low tax rates compared to previous decades. The re…

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Aug. 16, 2025

The #1 Indicator of Financial Success

In the complex world of personal finance, many numbers compete for our attention – income, net worth, investment returns, and credit scores. However, there's one metric that stands above the rest as the ultimate predictor of financial success:…

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About the Hosts

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Jessica Norwood

Co-Host

Jessica works in sales enablement and IT strategy. A former classroom teacher, she is also the author of the award winning Your Hair is Magic line of children’s books. “Your Hair is Magic: Bed Head” was featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan on ABC in 2021. She has been featured on WRAL, Spectrum News, Fox 46 and more. Jessica is a dynamic and inspirational speaker, but her favorite job title is "mama."

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Brandon Norwood

Co-Host

Brandon is an award winning licensed financial planner, and owner of Oak City Financial, with over a decade of experience and millions of dollars managed for his clients all over the United States. He began his career at Fidelity, later moving to New York Life, before starting his own firm. Brandon is also an adviser with the startup, WhiteFlag Inc., a mental health app that provides immediate customized peer support. He believes that no two clients are the same, and personalizes all of his financial planning to the goals of the individual. His ideal clients are elder millennials who want to live their best lives... whatever that means for them.