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Brown Ambition

The Brown Ambition Podcast helps you unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing and making smart career choices — on your own d@mn terms! New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays.

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58:50

Is Your Achievement Ladder Holding You Back? ft....

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/23

This week, Mandi Money sits down with powerhouse executive coach and host of Ambition Without Compromise, Monique R. Shields a woman whose mission is simple but profound: toliberate the professional imaginations of women of color. From being a “lost English major” to coaching leaders across mental health, tech, and corporate spaces, Monique shares the honest, unfiltered truth about taking up space, transitioning careers, and surviving this messy middle season so many of us are

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16:25

BA QA: A Husband's $50,000 Loss; Sexually Harassed at...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/21

Hey, hey BA fam! This week we're revisiting two intense listener questions: Financial Infidelity: When Your Partner Invests Behind Your Back Listener Robin's husband made an over $50,000 investment on credit cards without telling her—and lost it all. Mandi breaks down how to protect yourself: separate your finances, secure bank accounts with strong authentication, and get a family law attorney involved ASAP to understand spousal debt laws. Workplace Sexual Harassment: When Do You Speak Up? Our

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54:06

Best of BA: C-Suite Edition ft. Black Girls Code CEO...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/19

This week, Mandi Money brings the BAFAM a special “Best Of” mash-up episode featuring two powerhouse women who’ve carved out space in the C-suite and beyond. From boldly leaving corporate America to building whole new tables (not just getting a seat at one), these conversations are all about self-belief, wealth-building, and trusting your gut—even when everyone else thinks you’re wild for betting on yourself. This ep revisits conversations with: ✨ Christina Mancini, CEO

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53:01

What it Means to Be Black In Tech in the Age of AI...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/16

In this week’s episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi Money sits down with author C.J. Farley to unpack his new book Who Knows You by Heart a story that hits right at the intersection of ambition, identity, and the harsh realities of working in big tech. Farley takes us behind the curtain of corporate life through the journey of Octavia, a young Black woman navigating discrimination, mounting debt, and the emotional toll of trying to thrive in an industry where representation is still painfully

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25:40

One Couple's $13,000 Debt Dilemma, plus Are HSAs...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/14

On today's BA QA, where I take your questions about life, money, career and everything in between (!), we're revisiting past questions on managing debt as a couple, navigating military benefits during a cross-country move, and figuring out whether high-deductible health plans are actually worth it . Quick reminder: if you want YOUR question featured on the show, head to brownambitionpodcast.com and submit it through our website, or slide into our DMs on Instagram at @BrownAmbitionPodcast. And while

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46:51

How to Boycott Big Business This Holiday Season

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/12

Hey BA Fam! As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, Mandi Money is keeping it real about what this season can bring emotionally, financially, and politically. In this episode, she dives into how seasonal changes can impact our moods and motivation, why planning ahead for the holidays can save both your sanity and your wallet, and how collective action like economic boycotts can actually shift power back into our communities. Mandi also weighs in on the latest job market trends, from tech

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58:48

How To Thrive More and Suffer Less In a Leadership...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/09

In this week’s Washday Woosah episode, Mandi Money sits down with executive coach and authorMuriel Wilkins for a powerful conversation about leadership, self-efficacy, and the internal work required to truly step into your power. Muriel host of Harvard Business Review’sCoaching Real Leaders podcast and author of Leadership Unblocked, pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow as a leader. Together, she and Mandi unpack the parallels between leadership and parenting, the

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50:07

How to Cope with Financial Uncertainty in 2025 [Solo...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/05

Hey BA Fam! this week Mandi Money is flying solo with a heart-to-heart about what it really looks like to find peace in uncertain times. Between election night energy, economic anxiety, and personal challenges with depression and anxiety, I’ve been reminded how important it is to slow down, show yourself compassion, and stay connected to your people.I’m breaking down how I’m coping—from journaling and rest to making more mindful financial decisions as we head into the

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64:16

Can I Risk Bringing My "Authentic Self" to Work? ft....

Brown Ambition ·

2025/11/02

In this powerful conversation, Mandi Woodruff-Santos sits down with writer and speaker Jodi-Ann Burey to unpack what it truly means to be authentic in the workplace—especially for women of color. Together, they explore how authenticity evolves over time and the ways mental health, disability, and capitalism intersect to shape our professional and personal identities. Jodi-Ann opens up about her experiences with depression and chronic pain, shedding light on the importance of self-reflection,

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47:58

Mental Health Update, SNAP Crisis & Trump’s $300M...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/29

This week, Mandi opens up about her healing journey—sharing how slowing down, softening up, and getting real rest have transformed her mental health and daily rhythm. From battling depression and anxiety to finally finding peace through sleep, nourishment, and support. Plus, she gives updates on the Brown Ambition book (you can help pick the cover!), her new free mini course, and what’s next for the Mandi Moneymakers Community. Then Mandi dives into headlinesfrom SNAP benefits and

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54:20

Uncompete ft, Ruchika T. Malhotra [WASHDAY WOOSAH]

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/26

This week, Mandi sits down with leadership and inclusion strategist Ruchika T. Malhotra — author of Uncompete: Rejecting Competition to Unlock Radical Success. In a world obsessed with winning, Ruchika’s message is a breath of fresh air: true success comes from rest, collaboration, and community not from constant competition. Together, they unpack what it means to unlearn scarcity, how to resist burnout, and why rest is a radical act of self-preservation for women of color. Ruchika opens

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74:33

Finding Joy in the Messy Middle of Motherhood

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/22

In this unfilteredBrown Ambition mama check-in, Mandi sits down with fellow podcasters and moms Jessica Norwood and Rana Campbell for an honest conversation about motherhood, depression, grief, survival mode, and rediscovering joy amidst the chaos. Mandi opens up about her battle with depression and what it means to mother while navigating mental health challenges. Rana shares her journey through grief and juggling caregiving for both her children and her ailing mother. Jessica reflects on living

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47:40

Painful Ambition vs. Purposeful Ambition ft. Amina ...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/19

This week, Mandi sits down with Amina AlTai — executive coach, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living. Amina’s story takes us from burnout and near organ failure to a full-on breakthrough that reshaped her entire relationship with success. She shares how growing up as the daughter of immigrants shaped her drive, why so many high-achieving women fall into what she calls “painful ambition,” and the five core wounds that

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39:19

Taking off the Mask: My Lifelong Battle with...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/15

⚠️ Hey BA fam, before we jump in, just a heads-up: today we’ll be talking about depression and mental health. These topics matter and can hit close to home. What you’ll hear is real talk, but it’s not medical advice—we’re sharing stories and information, not diagnoses. If you or someone you care about needs support, please reach out. You can call or text 988anytime for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for free, confidential help. You’re

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56:05

Hope After Heart Attack: Trymaine Lee's Journey ...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/12

This week on Brown Ambition, Mandi sits down with Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, author, and MSNBC contributor Trymaine Lee to discuss his powerful new book, A Thousand Ways to Die: The True Cost of Violence on Black Life in America. From reporting on Trayvon Martin and Ferguson to confronting his own family’s legacy of gun violence, Trymaine opens up about what happens when decades of unprocessed trauma take a physical toll. After surviving a near-fatal heart attack, he was forced

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67:08

Gov’t Shutdown, Bad Bunny Rage, & Hoa-Hoa Szn [BROWN...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/08

Hey BA Fam!It’s been a minute, but Mandi, Yanely, and Chris are back at the table with a rich, reflective conversation on life, culture, and community. This week’s episode dives into how our identities, skills, and values shape the way we move through an ever-changing world. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Cultural Identity & Authenticity — Why staying true to yourself matters, and how artists like Bad Bunny are redefining representation. Career & Soft Skills

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49:59

How to Survive Your Season of Surrender ft. “The...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/05

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the radiant and multi-talentedEdwina Findley, actress, author, and faith-driven creative, for a deeply inspiring conversation about walking in purpose, trusting divine timing, and showing up for the vision on your life. From her early beginnings in Washington, D.C. to her breakout roles in Hollywood, Edwina shares how her journey has been shaped by faith, surrender, and community. She opens up about her new book, The World Is Waiting For You, a

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63:19

An Ex-Hip-Hop Video Director Turns Her Lens on Black...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/10/01

In this week’s episode, Mandi sits down with Lisa Cunningham, a powerhouse creative and the Head of Marketing at the Black Women’s Health Imperative, to unpack her incredible journey from directing music videos to becoming a champion for health equity. Lisa shares how personal loss and self-discovery shaped her purpose, leading her to use storytelling as a tool for change—especially in women’s health. Through her documentary Me Period, she’s breaking down stigmas around

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29:48

Is Now The Time to Buy or Sell A Home? Ft. Redfin...

Brown Ambition ·

2025/09/26

The U.S. housing market feels impossible to navigate — high prices, rising taxes, low inventory, and mortgage rates that just won’t budge. This week onBrown Ambition, Mandi sits down with Daryl Fairweather, Chief Economist at Redfin, to cut through the noise and explain what’s really going on. From the “lock-in effect” keeping homeowners stuck, to why renting may actually be more affordable than buying in many cities, Daryl offers insights grounded in both data and

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58:56

How to Buy a House With Your BFF (and Her Kids!) ft....

Brown Ambition ·

2025/09/24

What does it look like to redefine family and build a support system rooted in friendship? In this episode ofBrown Ambition, host Mandi Woodruff-Santos sits down with NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe and her best friend Jasmin Melvin Hudson to talk about their bold decision to buy a home together and raise their five children under one roof. From meeting as young journalists to becoming inseparable best friends, Ayesha and Jasmin share how their bond evolved into a life partnership centered on

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