Inspired Budget
The Inspired Budget Podcast helps women live their best life and reach their money goals. Join Allison Baggerly for inspiring conversations to help you learn more about budgeting, saving money, paying off debt, and investing for your future. You’ll be hearing not only from Allison, but others along the way that have a story and voice to share.
Episodes
228 episodes
#218: If I Woke Up With $100K of Debt Today, Here’s EXACTLY What I’d Do
In this episode, I’m walking you through the six steps I would take if I woke up today with over $100,000 of debt. This is the exact approach I’d follow based on my own experience of paying off $111,108.29 on two teacher salaries while...
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Episode 218
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26:55
#217: How Cindy Paid Off $215,000 Of Student Loans
My guest today paid off over $215,000 in student loans and credit card debt in just 48 months! Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez is a daughter of two immigrants, a lawyer turned entreprene...
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Episode 217
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23:34
#216: What I Wish I Knew Before Paying Off $100K Debt
Let’s rewind to the beginning of our debt-free journey—back when I thought paying off six figures of debt would be simple, linear, and honestly… a little more glamorous.Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.In today’s episode, I’m getting real...
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Episode 216
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24:56
#215: How Leigha’s Paying Off $169K of Debt in Her 30s
What do you do when you wake up and realize you owe $169,000 in debt? If you're Leigha, you grab a spreadsheet, get honest with yourself, and start sharing your journey online. In this inspiring episode, Leigha (@millennial...
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Episode 215
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32:52
#214: 5 Things We Did First To Pay Off Over $100K Of Debt (Without Making a Fortune)
When my husband and I decided we were DONE with debt, we had no clue where to start. We were drowning in over $111,000 worth of debt and making two teacher salaries. We didn’t have extra money lying around, but we were determined to change our ...
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22:27
#213: Teaching Kids Kitchen Skills That Save You Time and Money
In this episode, I talk with Katie Kimball about teaching kids kitchen skills that save both time and money. Katie shares practical advice for parents looking to build cooking independence in children while keeping grocery budgets in check....
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Episode 213
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36:11
#212: 6 Things I Regret Spending Money On (And What I Learned)
Just because I teach budgeting doesn’t mean I’ve always made perfect money choices. In this episode, I’m getting personal and sharing six purchases I regret. Not to shame myself or anyone else, but to show that we’re all learning as we go.<...
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Episode 212
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31:17
#211: How Kelly Paid Off $23K in Debt and Built a Life She Loves
In this episode, I sit down with my friend Kelly Anne Smith to talk about what it really looks like to go from barely getting by to building a life with financial peace. Kelly opens up about her early money mistakes, including the time her car ...
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Episode 211
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30:35
#210: What to Do When You’re Facing Job Loss While Paying Off Debt
Ever feel like you're trying to pay off debt while holding your breath, hoping your income doesn’t suddenly vanish? Or maybe your family has income that comes in waves, and you’re just trying to keep the budget afloat?You’re not alone. I...
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Episode 210
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21:06
#209: Making Disney Work On Your Budget with Kevin Payne
In this episode, I chat with Kevin Payne about how families can experience the magic of Disney without breaking the bank. Kevin shares his journey from adopting two children (doubling his family size!) to finding ways to make travel affordable ...
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Episode 209
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42:10
#208: 7 Things I'm Not Buying This Summer (And 3 Things I'm Splurging On)
Summer spending can sneak up on you fast. Between pool days, fireworks, and sales everywhere you look, it’s easy to blow through your budget without even realizing it. In this episode, I’m getting honest about where I’m NOT spending...
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Episode 208
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26:45
#207: Will Social Security Really Be Enough?
Jesse Cramer, a former aerospace engineer turned financial planner, joins me to talk about longevity risk and why it’s especially important for women to plan for the long haul.We talk about what it means to outlive your money...
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Episode 207
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40:42
#206: What 38 Feels Like (An Honest Check-In)
Today is my birthday—I'm 38! 🎂 And instead of giving you a list of lessons or tips, I’m doing something a little different. I’m sharing what this season of life feels like—from motherhood and money, to business, marriage, and the frien...
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Episode 206
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25:12
#205: She Made $500K on Etsy Without Design Experience (Here’s How!)
What if you could turn your creative curiosity into a side hustle that pays off debt, fits around your kids’ schedules, and maybe even replaces your 9-to-5?In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Emily Odido-Sutton, a former educator turne...
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Episode 205
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32:39
#204: Tariffs, Rising Prices & Budget Stress: Here’s How to Prepare
In this special Q&A episode, I’m answering two important questions from our Inspired Budget community. First, we talk about how to prepare your finances when prices are rising and the economy feels uncertain (hello, tariffs and recession ta...
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Episode 204
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18:57
#203: What No One Tells You About Financial Advisors with Jeremy Schneider
Today, we’re sitting down again with Jeremy Schneider, and it feels just like catching up with an old friend who’s here to clear up the confusion around financial advisors. Jeremy, who's behind both Personal Finance Club and the new venture, Ne...
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Episode 203
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39:15
#202: The Freak Accident That Made Me Grateful for Our Emergency Fund
Two months ago my youngest son had a freak accident that turned our world upside down. What started as a chipped tooth at school quickly spiraled into multiple surgeries, procedures, and a life-changing injury.I'm taking you behind the s...
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Episode 202
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42:48
#201: Unraveling Your Relationship with Money with Shannah Game
In this episode, Allison chats with Shannah Game, financial expert and author of "Unraveling Your Relationship with Money." They dive into the deep end of our feelings about money, discussing how emotional and psychological factors impact our f...
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Episode 201
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25:01
#200: Breaking Free from Credit Card Debt in 2025
In this episode, Allison shares a 4-step strategy that will make a real difference in your financial life and help you break free from credit card debt.These are real steps for real people who want to pay off their credit card debt, stop...
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Episode 200
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30:23
#199: Why Every Couple Already Has a Prenup—and Why You Should Write Your Own
Is talking about a prenup planning for divorce—or is it actually planning for a successful marriage? In this episode, I chat with Carlie Spencer, family lawyer and founder of The Prenup Girl. Carlie is on a mission to help ...
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Episode 199
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33:16
#198: Why Your Budget Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
In this episode, we're diving into the 6 sneaky reasons your budget might be failing (and trust me, you're not alone in this!). Ever look at your bank account and wonder where all your money went, even though you had a budget? Been there! I'm s...
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Episode 198
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23:03
#197: How Your Money Story Shapes Your Financial Life with Jessica Moorhouse
Ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things with your money but still not getting the results you want? In this episode, I chat with Jessica Moorhouse, author of Everything But Money, about the often-overlooked barriers that hol...
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Episode 197
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31:36
#196: The 4 Money Conversations You Can’t Avoid
In this episode, we're talking about 4 must-have money talks with your partner or family. You know, the kind that can feel a bit awkward but are totally crucial if you want to keep things smooth in the finance department.If you've ever f...
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Episode 196
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29:48
#195: Millionaire Habits To Teach Your Teens
How can parents teach their teens millionaire habits that lead to lifelong financial success? In this episode, I sit down with Maya Corbic, founder of the Wealthy Kids Investment Club. Together, we discuss practical ways parents can...
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Episode 195
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27:01
#194: Managing Your Money When You Have Depression Or Anxiety
I'm not going to lie to you - I'm a little bit nervous about releasing this episode. Partly because I'm talking about something that I have experience in, but not professional training in. And also, because I'm going to be very vuln...
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Episode 194
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30:55