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We are thrilled to announce the release of our Q2 2025 newsletter, crafted by our dedicated Newsletter Task Force. This edition highlights messages from our AFCPE Board President, Brandy Baxter and our Executive Director, Rachael DeLeon, while covering the essential roles of peer mentors in financial education, discovering kids financial...

April 17, 2025

Episode 121: Coaching Through Change: Jon Akerman’s Journey from Burnout to Impact Download the transcript or watch on Youtube! After years of navigating the fast-paced world of actuarial consulting in New York City, Jon Akerman found himself burnt out and unsure of his next step. Instead of staying stuck, Jon...

April 15, 2025

Episode 120: From Paycheck to Prosperity: Jackie's Road to F.I.R.E.Download the transcript or watch on Youtube!Achieving financial independence doesn’t require a six-figure salary — just ask Jackie Koski. In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with Jackie Koski, an Accredited Financial Counselor and Certified Financial Planner...

April 01, 2025

Episode 119: Trust, Training, and Financial Wellness: How to Build Stronger Money Habits with Ericka Young, AFC® Download the transcript or watch on Youtube! In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with financial coach, author, and educator Ericka Young, AFC, who shares her personal journey of...

March 18, 2025

Episode 118: The Wealth Within: How Self-Worth Shapes Net Worth with Justin Chastain, AFC®️Download the transcript or watch on Youtube!What does it mean to build true wealth?In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we sit down with financial planner Justin Chastain, AFC®️ to explore the connection between self-worth and...

March 04, 2025

Episode 117: More Than Your Money with Jessica Moorhouse, AFCC® Download the transcript or watch on Youtube! In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we’re joined by Jessica Moorhouse, a leading financial educator, podcast host, and founder of MoorMoney Media Inc. Jessica’s passion for financial literacy started early—she worked...

February 18, 2025

Episode 116: Join Me At #AFCPE with Dr. Brandy Baxter, AFC®️Download the transcript or watch on Youtube!In the Season 6 premiere of Real Money, Real Experts, we’re joined by 2025 Board President and our new co-host Dr. Brandy Baxter, AFC®️, the powerhouse behind Living Abundantly and Envision 30. As an...

February 04, 2025

We are thrilled to announce the release of our Q1 2025 newsletter, expertly crafted by our dedicated Newsletter Task Force. This micro edition highlights messages from our new AFCPE Board President, Brandy Baxter and our Executive Director, Rachael DeLeon, while covering important topics such as advocacy and public policy, youth...

January 23, 2025

Episode 115: Voices of Symposium: Real Experts, Real TakeawaysDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!In this special season finale, Rachael and Mary bring you voices of #ExperienceAFCPE2024 attendees directly from the symposium floor. Attendees share their experiences, key takeaways, and advice for financial educators and those entering the field. This...

December 03, 2024

Episode 114: It's Not You, It's The System with Dr. Michael G. ThomasDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!In this powerful episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson sit down with Dr. Michael G. Thomas Jr., a financial empathy expert and lecturer at the University...

November 12, 2024

Episode 113: Behind the Schemes: Unmasking Financial Fraud with Robert Mascio and Lori SchockDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!On this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we tackle the evolving world of financial fraud and how we can break the cycle of shame that often keeps victims silent. In this...

October 29, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the release of our Q4 newsletter, expertly crafted by our dedicated Newsletter Task Force. This edition highlights crucial topics such as maximizing your AFCPE Symposium experience, if your client needs a prenup, and homeownership. We hope you find these insights both informative and inspiring as...

October 25, 2024