Find $500–$2,000 in hidden money leaks, organize your cash flow, and create a money system that actually works with the Money Hunt found inside the Smell of Money Community. Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutYour money struggle isn’t physical — it’s emotional.Change the emotion, and the money follows.🗝️🌬️💖💸Your money mindset may be the very thing blocking the financial stability you’ve been working so hard to create.In this powerful conversation, Lisa sits down with Suzanne Leydecker, author of A Woman on Top, to unpack the emotional side of wealth building, relationship patterns, boundaries, and why financial success starts long before your bank balance changes.If you’ve ever found yourself overgiving in relationships, rescuing others financially, or wondering why money keeps slipping through your fingers despite earning well, this episode will hit home.Suzanne shares her deeply personal journey from inheriting wealth to realizing that money itself was never the issue. Emotional maturity, boundaries, self-worth, and financial responsibility were the true lessons.This conversation is a reminder that building wealth is not just about spreadsheets. It’s about identity, self-trust, and the relationship you have with yourself.Connect with Suzanne here: https://suzanneleydecker.com/In This Episode You’ll Learn:Why making more money does not solve emotional money patternsHow self-worth impacts net worthWhy overgiving destroys wealthThe emotional cost of people pleasingHealthy financial boundaries with children and partnersWhy lottery thinking keeps women financially stuckThe importance of weekly money dates and financial organizationHow emotional maturity creates lasting wealthTimestamped Key Moments:00:02 Why YOU may be blocking your income01:30 Suzanne’s story and why she wrote her memoir04:20 Why money is more taboo than sex06:20 Overgiving, rescuing men, and emotional money leaks08:15 Falling in love with potential instead of reality10:50 Suzanne’s four pillars of responsibility12:00 The boundary lesson that changed everything14:30 Why weekly bookkeeping builds confidence16:20 Setting healthy financial boundaries with kids19:15 Why winning the lottery won’t solve your problems20:15 Self-worth determines financial outcomes22:20 Where to connect with SuzanneThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it.Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutWhat starts as a financial disaster can become the beginning of a brand-new income stream when you have the right money mindset and systems in place.In this episode of iDateMoney, Lisa sits down with Michelle Gagnier to talk about what happened when hurricane-related home damage, denied insurance claims, and financial stress forced Michelle to think differently. What began as an overwhelming mold issue in her home turned into an unexpected business opportunity helping homeowners and contractors navigate insurance claim systems.This conversation is a real reminder that financial stability is not about avoiding every crisis. It is about having simple systems, emergency planning, and the resilience to pivot when life throws something unexpected your way.Michelle Gagnier is the founder of Claim Track HQ, where she helps mold inspectors and restoration contractors manage insurance claims and admin support. Connect with Michelle: https://primrosebusinesssolutions.online/In this episode, you’ll learn:How financial emergencies reveal weaknesses in your money systemsWhy emergency funds matter, even if you start with just $100 a monthCommon homeowner insurance mistakes that can cost you thousandsWhat to check before filing a property insurance claimHidden costs real estate investors should watch forHow to turn an unexpected setback into a new income opportunityWhy networking can accelerate business growth faster than going aloneHow stress impacts both your finances and your healthTimestamped Key Moments00:00 Turning financial disaster into opportunity01:34 Why entrepreneurs need money systems, not just income03:53 Michelle’s denied insurance claim story04:59 The financial pressure of surviving without savings06:13 Stress, health setbacks, and entrepreneurship07:51 How a mold inspection became a new business opportunity08:42 Emergency fund lessons every homeowner needs10:24 Real estate investing red flags to watch for11:51 Starting an emergency fund with small steps12:58 Building a claims support business14:17 Best financial advice: invest wisely in business growth15:13 How networking through BNI created opportunitiesThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutIf financial stress is keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and physically exhausted, this episode will show you how to start creating financial freedom faster.In this episode of iDateMoney, Lisa sits down with Dr. Bob Levine, brain researcher, holistic health clinician, and debt elimination specialist, to talk about the direct connection between financial stress, physical health, and wealth building.If you’ve ever felt like your money stress is showing up as migraines, anxiety, exhaustion, or relationship tension, this conversation explains why.Dr. Bob shares how unresolved debt creates chronic stress in the brain and body, why most people unknowingly waste thousands in interest payments, and how strategic debt payoff can create faster financial freedom.This conversation is especially important for divorced moms and women rebuilding financial stability who feel like they are working constantly but not getting ahead.Claim your free financial analysis: http://drboblevine.com/IdatemoneyWhat you’ll learn:How financial stress impacts your brain and bodyWhy debt keeps women emotionally and physically overwhelmedHow thought patterns shape your money behaviorWhat “instant thought shifting” means for financial confidenceWhy paying minimum debt payments keeps you stuckHow strategic debt elimination can accelerate wealth buildingWhy financial freedom requires action, not just intentionHow to create less money stress and more financial clarityTimestamped key moments:00:01 Why financial stress affects your health01:28 Dr. Bob’s background in brain research and wellness04:15 Financial distress as a major hidden stressor06:28 How thoughts influence money behavior and action08:25 Debt elimination strategies explained15:26 Dr. Bob’s personal debt freedom journey17:50 Why staying debt-free requires changing your money psychology21:04 Why it’s never too late to build wealth23:56 The psychology behind “I can’t afford it”Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Join the community today and begin your Money Awareness Challenge: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutHow to build a scalable business without burnout starts with simplifying your offers, calming your nervous system, and trusting yourself to lead differently.In this episode of iDateMoney, Lisa sits down with business mentor Cailen Ascher to unpack what it really takes to grow a sustainable business without hustling yourself into exhaustion.If you’ve been creating offer after offer, chasing the next strategy, or feeling like success always lives in the next course, this conversation is your reminder that simplicity scales.Cailen shares how she transitioned from overwhelmed solopreneur to building a half-million-dollar coaching business with one signature offer, why nervous system regulation matters in entrepreneurship, and how to know when it’s time to hire support instead of doing everything yourself.Connect with Cailen:Instagram: @cailin.asherWebsite: cailinasher.comSubstack: The Self-Led WomanWhat you’ll learn:Why too many offers keep you stuck and exhaustedHow to identify the one offer your audience actually wantsThe internal identity shift required to grow your businessWhy money mindset and nervous system regulation affect incomeWhen to hire support instead of doing everything yourselfHow to transition from 1:1 coaching to group coaching without panicWhy simplicity creates better ROI than complexityHow self-care directly impacts your business growthTimestamped key moments:00:01 Why women fear making the wrong money decisions01:27 Cailen’s pre-success hustle phase04:25 How listening to clients revealed the right signature offer06:17 Hiring support without building a massive team08:49 Nervous system regulation and sustainable entrepreneurship12:04 Why self-care is not selfish for mompreneurs14:37 Transitioning from private coaching to group programs17:36 How to connect with CailenThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutIf you’ve ever stayed in a relationship because you were afraid of the financial consequences, this episode is for you.In this honest and empowering conversation, Lisa sits down with relationship coach, negotiation professor, and work-life researcher Merideth Thompson to unpack the emotional connection between unhealthy relationships, financial instability, nervous system regulation, and rebuilding confidence after divorce.Merideth shares her deeply personal story of making the money in her marriage but having zero control over it, what happened after divorce when she had to learn to trust herself financially for the first time at 43, and why clarity is the key to escaping indecision.This episode is a must-listen if you’ve been stuck asking yourself:Can I afford to leave?What if I fail?How do I trust myself with money again?About Merideth Thompson:A relationship coach, negotiation professor, and researcher helping people gain relationship clarity using science-backed tools.Connect with her here: https://www.mypartnerlab.co/In this episode, you’ll learn:Why financial stability begins in your nervous systemHow unhealthy relationships destroy money confidenceThe hidden cost of staying stuck in indecisionHow divorce can become the beginning of financial empowermentWhy self-trust matters more than budgeting in the beginningHow childhood money trauma shapes adult financial behaviorSigns you may be staying in a relationship for financial fearPractical ways to calm your nervous system so you can make empowered decisionsTimestamped Key Moments00:01 Lisa’s debt payoff resource + mortgage freedom conversation02:40 Meredith’s divorce story and losing financial control04:05 Learning financial confidence after divorce05:20 Financial stability starts in the nervous system07:35 Tools Meredith used to regulate stress and rebuild confidence09:45 Childhood money trauma and scarcity conditioning14:57 Why Meredith became a relationship coach17:45 Staying in unhealthy relationships because of financial fear18:10 The moment she knew it was time to leave19:40 Gaslighting, broken self-trust, and emotional recovery22:08 Meredith’s stay-or-go relationship clarity toolsThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! Loved what you heard? Give us a five-star review and share the episode.Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.If you’re ready to stop feeling financially unstable and start creating wealth with confidence, join The Smell of Money today: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutCan real estate actually help you rebuild wealth after divorce without putting everything at risk?In this episode of I Date Money, Lisa sits down with Chris Prefontaine, founder of Smart Real Estate Coach, to discuss how creative real estate investing can help entrepreneurs, divorced women, and aspiring investors create wealth without relying on traditional mortgages.Chris shares:How losing everything in 2008 changed his approach to moneyWhy true wealth has nothing to do with stuffHow creative financing reduces upfront cash requirementsReal examples of buying homes without traditional lendingOptions if you’re financially struggling with an existing mortgageHow to avoid costly real estate mistakesChapters00:00 Introduction02:14 Chris’s 2008 collapse05:39 True wealth redefined07:01 Eliminating debt and rebuilding09:16 Real estate fears for beginners10:22 Creative financing explained11:27 Entrepreneurs and buying homes13:15 Help for distressed homeowners15:02 Coaching and mentorship16:05 Free listener resources17:24 Closing thoughtsResourcesReceive Chris's gift to you: 3 PayDays Book: https://3paydaysbooks.com/lisaVisit him here: Smart Real Estate Coach: https://smartrealestatecoach.comThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce? Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Messy money does not mean you are failing. It means your money needs a simple system, not more shame.In this special Mother’s Day episode of iDateMoney®, Lisa Drennon talks about the money stress so many divorced and single moms quietly carry. From checking your account before swiping your card to moving money around just to cover bills, Lisa brings honesty, humor, and relief to the conversation around messy money.Lisa shares why personal and business money often get tangled together, why emotional spending happens, and how guilt can drive money decisions when you are trying to provide for your kids. She also explains why your nervous system matters when it comes to money and how awareness can help you rebuild confidence, stability, and control.You’ll learn:Why messy money does not make you a bad momHow guilt affects spending decisions after divorceWhy business owners must pay themselves a paycheckHow to use money buckets to create clarityWhy awareness creates financial powerOne simple action step to find money you may already haveTimestamps:00:00 Messy money and why money buckets matter01:15 A Mother’s Day conversation most people avoid02:24 The emotional load of money as a single or divorced mom03:10 Why your thoughts drive your money actions03:45 Paying yourself as a business owner04:48 Lisa’s story of bankruptcy, shame, and debt06:25 Why most money problems are not math problems07:11 Nervous system safety and emotional money choices08:00 The Money Multiplier System and fun money09:35 One question to ask your bank account today10:20 How awareness can redirect your spending11:20 Encouragement for every mom rebuilding her money storyThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.In this episode of iDateMoney, Lisa sits down with PR expert Kayley Hamilton to break down how visibility, mindset, and strategic exposure directly impact your income, confidence, and long-term financial stability. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to grow your business after divorce, this conversation will help you understand what’s really missing and how to fix it.Kayley Hamilton is a two-time Emmy Award winner, former Hollywood reporter, and founder of UPLVL Agency, where she helps experts become recognized thought leaders through media exposure. What you’ll learn:Why stress and confusion around money directly impact your incomeThe real difference between PR and marketing and why it mattersHow visibility builds authority and attracts aligned clientsWhy mindset work is the foundation for financial growthHow to trust yourself with money and business decisionsWhen you’re actually ready for PR in your businessTimestamped Key Moments:00:00 – Why stress impacts your bank account02:15 – Leaving a stable career and facing financial uncertainty07:00 – Trusting yourself when money feels unstable09:20 – PR vs marketing explained simply13:50 – What “enough money” really means17:20 – When you’re ready to invest in visibility and PR20:30 – The truth about haters and building a personal brandConnect with Kayley: https://www.uplvlagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/uplvlagency https://www.instagram.com/kayleyhamilton_/ Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Most women don’t lose money in divorce because of the law, they lose it because they don’t know what to look for.In this episode of iDateMoney, we sit down with Diana Romanov to break down the real financial risks women face during divorce and how to protect yourself before, during, and after. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and gets into the strategies that actually impact your financial stability after divorce.This episode exposes the truth about prenups, hidden assets, and the financial blind spots that cost women thousands.What you’ll learn:Why prenups are about protection, not pessimismThe biggest mistake women make with international prenupsHow spousal support really works and what it could cost youThe fastest way to uncover hidden assetsSimple financial habits that protect you before divorce even happensWhy staying uninformed can cost more than leavingKey Moments:00:00 – Why women lose money in divorce00:20 – Show intro01:00 – Meet Diana02:00 – Negotiating a prenup at 2403:00 – What prenups really do06:00 – Why foreign prenups fail08:00 – When prenups help most11:00 – Why postnups rarely work13:00 – Spousal support explained16:00 – Hard truth about long marriages18:00 – How to find hidden money20:00 – Protecting yourself financially23:00 – Filing in different states25:00 – Fear vs financial reality27:00 – Choosing freedom over money29:00 – Final advice + CTAConnect with Diana on LinkedInThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of iDate Money®!Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple, join today.Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it that matters🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.In this episode, we sit down with Niko Mercuris, founder of Crypto Renegades, to break down one of the most talked-about and misunderstood wealth-building tools right now: crypto trading. If you’ve ever felt intimidated, skeptical, or unsure where to start, this conversation simplifies the noise and gives you a clearer path forward. We talk about the difference between investing and trading, how leverage works, and what it actually means to “grow” money faster without building another business from scratch.Niko shares how he rebuilt after losing $4 million in the 2008 crash and now teaches entrepreneurs how to use strategic trading to create additional income streams.Connect with Niko on InstagramWhat you’ll learn:The difference between holding crypto vs. trading itHow leverage works and why it can accelerate resultsWhat “risk management” actually looks like in real lifeWhy most people stay stuck financially and how to shift thatThe role crypto may play in future financial systemsSimple ways to start learning without risking everythingKey Moments:00:00 Welcome and episode setup01:13 What the Crypto Wormhole Method means03:00 Trading vs. holding explained simply05:30 How leverage works using real-life examples09:00 Risk management and protecting your money12:00 Why education builds confidence with money13:00 Best long-term crypto considerations17:30 Timeline of crypto adoption and future shifts21:00 Wealth building vs. staying stuck financially25:00 How to get started and learn moreThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily