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The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

Clever Girl Finance

The Clever Girls Know Podcast is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations about money, business, and building wealth — without shame, without judgment, and without confusion. I"m Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, and I created this podcast to help you take control of your finances, build confidence, and create lasting wealth with practical strategies that actually work in real life. I share actionable tips and interview incredible guests who are navigating real life and real

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443: I Spoke to Hundreds of Wealthy Women. They All...

The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi ·

2026/10/06

What do financially successful women have in common? After more than a decade of building Clever Girl Finance and speaking with hundreds of women who have built significant wealth, I've noticed something: they didn't all start in the same place, follow the same investing strategy, or build wealth at the same age. But there is one trait I see again and again: they take ownership of building their wealth. In this episode, I'm breaking down what that actually looks like and four behaviors you can start

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51:34

442: How Lara Olutunbi Turned Her Passion Into a...

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2026/09/29

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Lara Olutunbi, Founder and Creative Director of LarAllan, a London-based contemporary handbag brand known for timeless statement pieces that blend sculptural design, functionality, and African heritage. Originally from Nigeria, Lara built an international career in financial services across the UK, Switzerland, Canada, and the United States before turning a lifelong passion for design into a business. After training at Central Saint Martins and

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13:07

441: Financial Advice I Don't Give After 10+ Years in...

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2026/09/22

Some of the most popular financial advice sounds great in theory, but doesn't always work in real life. After more than 10 years in personal finance and helping hundreds of thousands of women through Clever Girl Finance, I've learned that technically correct money advice can still be bad advice when it's too rigid, unrealistic, or impossible to sustain. On this episode, I'm sharing 4 pieces of financial advice I no longer give, why I've changed my perspective, and what I believe works better for

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25:16

440: Are You Asking AI for Financial Advice? Listen...

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2026/09/15

AI can help you plan a vacation, write an email, compare products, and answer almost any question you can think of, so it's no surprise that more people are turning to tools like ChatGPT for help with their money, too. In this episode, I break down how to use AI as a helpful financial education and research tool without handing over your financial decision-making. From understanding financial concepts and asking better questions to recognizing when AI might be giving you incomplete, outdated, or

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12:11

439: Why So Many Women Don't Believe They Deserve Wealth

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2026/09/08

Wanting to build wealth doesn't make you greedy, selfish, or ungrateful. But for many women, believing that intellectually and truly believing that wealth is available to them are two very different things. On this episode, I'm talking about why so many women struggle to believe they deserve wealth, from the examples we grew up seeing and the pressure to always be the giver, to imposter syndrome, financial setbacks, guilt around wanting more, and the money stories we carry with us. What you'll

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49:42

438: How Freelancers and Creatives Can Build...

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2026/09/01

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Emily and Cassidy, co-hosts of The Finance Girlies podcast, for a practical conversation about managing money as a freelancer, creative, or anyone with a nontraditional career. After spending more than a decade writing and editing personal finance content for brands like Yahoo, Experian, and NerdWallet, they realized that much of the financial advice available simply didn't reflect the realities of Millennial and Gen Z women. Together, they share why

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50:25

437: After 23 Years of Marriage: How Requel Rebuilt...

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2026/08/18

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Requel, a personal finance educator who is passionate about helping women take control of their money and build financial confidence, especially after major life transitions like divorce. After spending more than 20 years believing her household finances were being managed as a partnership, Requel found herself unexpectedly becoming the CEO of her own financial life. She had to quickly learn how to manage investments, protect her retirement, negotiate

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14:37

436: I Thought Building Wealth Would Feel Different...

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2026/08/11

Money changes your life, but it doesn't magically erase fear, self-doubt, comparison, or the money stories you've carried for years. In this video, I'm sharing a side of building wealth that doesn't get talked about enough. After building a business, writing six books, and reaching financial milestones I once only dreamed about, I've learned that wealth isn't just about growing your bank account. It's about growing into the person who can manage, protect, and enjoy it. You'll learn: Why money

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46:20

435: How Nadia Rebuilt Her Finances After Divorce,...

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2026/08/04

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Nadia Kotsev for a powerful conversation about rebuilding your finances—and your life—after divorce, cancer, grief, and major personal loss. As a public-school educator, Nadia spent years navigating challenges that included cancer-related infertility, the loss of her best friend, divorce, and the difficult decision to walk away from toxic family relationships. While she was financially functional, she realized she had been operating on autopilot rather

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36:25

434: 12 Years to a College Degree: How Myasi Built...

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2026/07/28

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Myasi Jackson for an inspiring conversation about building financial stability against the odds. Myasi shares her journey from living in a group home, working low-wage jobs, and focusing on survival to creating a life grounded in financial confidence, intentionality, and long-term growth. Along the way, she navigated challenges including debt, eviction, living paycheck to paycheck, and taking an unconventional path through college before earning her

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15:10

433: 8 Truths About Money Every Woman Needs to Hear

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2026/07/14

Building wealth as a woman isn't just about saving more or investing earlier. There are unique financial realities that many women face—and most traditional money advice doesn't talk about them. On this episode, I share 8 important truths every woman should know about building long-term wealth, including how the wage gap, career breaks, caregiving responsibilities, longer life expectancy, and financial expectations can shape your financial future. You'll learn: Why negotiating your salary matters

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31:55

432: When Good Money Habits Go Off Track: Recovering...

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2026/07/07

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Stephanie Khumalo, an events and communications professional whose financial journey is a powerful reminder that a healthy relationship with money can be learned, and relearned. Despite growing up with a strong financial foundation and later earning an MBA, Stephanie found herself facing lifestyle inflation, consumer debt, poor credit, and delayed financial goals after falling into spending habits that gradually pulled her off track. In this candid

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37:14

431: Building Financial Stability as a Single Mom

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2026/06/30

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Easter Givens-Okoli for an inspiring conversation about building financial stability as a single mom during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. During the height of the pandemic, Easter was managing overwhelming credit card debt, caring for her household on one income, and trying to keep everything together emotionally and financially. Through faith, entrepreneurship, resilience, and the practical financial education she found along the way,

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44:56

430: Vicky Quit Corporate, Moved to 4 Countries, and...

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2026/06/23

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Vicky South for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, debt, emotional spending, and redefining success at 40. Vicky is a British expat who has spent more than 15 years living across Vietnam, India, Hong Kong, and Argentina, navigating money across multiple countries and currencies while intentionally choosing a nontraditional path. Despite being financially knowledgeable from a young age—even researching savings account interest rates as a

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13:28

429: You're Making More Money But Still Broke? 7...

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2026/06/11

Your salary keeps increasing, but somehow you're still living paycheck to paycheck. If you've ever gotten a raise, promotion, or new job and wondered where all the extra money went, you're not alone. On this podcast episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons why earning more money doesn't automatically make you wealthier, and what you can do to finally get ahead financially. We'll talk about lifestyle inflation, rising fixed expenses, saving and investing strategies, debt, budgeting, and the

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43:14

428: Building a Purpose-Driven Business Without...

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2026/06/09

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Marcia Armstrong, MBA, founder of A Purpose Life and a multi-award-winning finance educator and business consultant, for an insightful conversation about building a purpose-driven business without losing yourself in the process. With more than 15 years of experience in the finance industry, Marcia has helped individuals and organizations make strategic financial decisions that lead to sustainable success. She shares her journey from having a strong

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13:58

427: The Real Reason You Can't Stay Financially...

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2026/06/04

Why does financial discipline feel so hard sometimes? Why do you keep overspending even when you genuinely want to stop? On this episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons financial discipline feels difficult, and why it has far less to do with willpower than most people think. You'll learn: Why relying on motivation keeps people stuck How your environment impacts your spending habits The systems that make managing money easier Why all-or-nothing thinking sabotages your progress How to build

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15:24

426: Why You Keep Overspending (And How To Finally Stop)

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2026/06/02

You know you probably shouldn't have bought it… but you did anyway. And no — it's not because you're "bad with money." Overspending is rarely just a money problem. It's emotional, behavioral, psychological, and often deeply connected to your habits, environment, and past experiences with money. On this episode, I'm breaking down the REAL reasons why people overspend, even when they know better, and how to finally start changing those habits for good. If you've struggled with impulse spending,

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27:58

425: How to Raise Money-Smart Kids with Confidence...

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2026/05/26

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Jamie Bosse—Financial Planner, author, and mom of four—for an empowering conversation about how to raise financially confident kids and introduce investing early. Jamie is passionate about helping young families take control of their finances while teaching children practical money skills that will serve them for life. As the author of Investing for Tweens, Money Boss Mom, and the Milton the Money Savvy Pup children's book series, she believes

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424: Money Moves Every Newlywed Should Make Right Away

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2026/05/21

You just got married, congratulations! This is one of the most exciting chapters of your life… but it's also one of the most important times to get your money right. Because here's the truth: merging your life also means merging your finances — and if you don't do it intentionally, money can quickly become a source of stress instead of strength in your marriage. On this episode, I'm walking you through 9 smart money moves every newly married couple should make right away to build a strong financial

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