Academics and Their Money
Ever feel like you’ve got a PhD in your field but only a 101-level understanding of your finances? Welcome to Academics and Their Money, the podcast where we make money talk as smart—and as entertaining—as you are. Because let’s be honest: knowledge is powerful, but a well-earned paycheck doesn’t hurt either. Whether you’re a fresh PhD navigating that first real paycheck, a tenured professor pondering what’s next, or a former academic with some ‘unique’ insights—this show dives into making your intellect work for you, tackling the financial quirks of academic life, and uncovering the untold money stories behind the ivory tower.
If you’re a fan of Planet Money, Freakonomics Radio, or HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, you’ll feel right at home here. But fair warning: this isn’t another boring money podcast. We keep it real, relatable, and just a bit irreverent to make finance feel fresh. Let’s get smarter about money—and wealthier—together!
Academics and Their Money
Latest Episodes
Changing How You Think About Money: A Framework and Book Recs for Academics
“Most academics don't actually have a money problem. they either have a system problem, a behavioral problem, or a burnout problem.”In this episode of Academics and Their Money, Inga Timmerman and Neeka Miremadi break down a cur...
“You Should Be So Lucky” The Lie Academia Tells About Money (When It’s Really a Business) with Philippe Barr
What happens when you follow your academic dream… without thinking about the financial reality?In this episode, Neeka Miremadi and Inga Timmerman sit down with former professor turned entrepreneur Philippe Barr to unpack the hidden finan...
Academia Isn’t the Safety Net You Think, From Burnout to a Six Figure Exit with Paulina Cossette
In this episode of Academics and Their Money, Paulina Cossette shares her journey from political science professor to successful business owner and coach for academics seeking life beyond academia.Raised by a single mother with ...
Financial Therapy Month: You Don’t Have a Money Problem, You Have a Nervous System Problem with Oliver Schnusenberg
Money stress isn’t always loud or obvious. More often, it shows up as a constant, quiet hum in the background of our daily lives.In this Financial Therapy Month episode of Academics and Their Money, hosts Neeka Miremadi...
Financial Therapy Month: Building a Healthier Financial Life, Practical Tools for Money & Emotions with Nate Astle
“Shame is the enemy of change. We can’t shame ourselves into better financial behavior.”— Nate AstleIn this episode of Academics and Their Money, Neeka Miremadi and Inga Timmerman talk with financial therapist Nate As...