No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon
No Strings Podcast with Rell Simon
Rell Simon
Welcome to the No Strings Podcast with Laurel "Rell" Simon! I discuss personal finance, life, art, travel, and more. I interview guests and allow them to share their perspectives. They also disclose their “No Strings Moments”: personal & professional milestones where they felt accomplished, free, unburdened, blessed, and reinvigorated. Enjoy! Websites: www.rellsimonart.com https://rellsimon.medium.com TikTok: @rellsimon IG: @kicksoncanvas_artistry
Financial Review (Me).
I’m testing out a new series where I provide introspective into an individual’s personal finances & habits across a certain length of time. I start with myself, reflecting on the fun & joy that occurred last month (May 2026). Enjoy.Links to everything in my bio.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 6, Episode 4Cover art: Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou
Jun 20
33 min
DISAPPEARING ACT.
You and I are unofficial magicians - making money disappear in a flash! Does it feel like as soon as you get paid, the cash goes in so many different directions? So many bills due and debts to pay. Let’s talk about ways you can remedy the situation.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 6, Episode 3Cover art: Unsplash (credit: Intricate Explorer) and Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #magic #money 
May 24
20 min
A NEW LOCATION???
Been on hiatus since the last episode in January. What have I been up to lately?Also on today’s episode, I ask the question: “would you move to a new location?” Would you strategize keeping more of your money by living in a locale with no state income tax? Shopping in a locale with no state sales tax? There are pros and cons to it all, but try to take advantage of what you can!Links to everything in my bio.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 6, Episode 2Cover art: image & design using Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #location
Apr 12
24 min
NEXT LEVEL IN 2026.
(Podcast Episode 71)2025 was a slight challenge. I recap all the pod episodes completed, and personal events I encountered in 2025. Looking into 2026, it serves as the perfect time to venture into that next level (physically, spiritually, financially)…🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 6, Episode 1Cover art: image from Unsplash (credit: Jonas Jacobsson); design using Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #2025 #2026 #nextlevel
Jan 2
29 min
SHUTDOWN OVER. Now What?
The government has reopened after a 43 day nightmare. I provide the details about the funding agreement, and what to look forward to over these next few months.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 5, Episode 12Cover art: image from Unsplash (credit: Andy Feliciotti); design using Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #shutdown #furlough #debt #TSA #government
Nov 15, 2025
26 min
OUT OF THE WAY.
Please, get out of your own way. Sometimes, the only thing holding you back is the person in the mirror. I need to clean up my mess. You need to clean up your mess. Unlock your financial potential by doing a few simple things.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 5, Episode 11.Cover art: image created using ChatGPT and Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #wealth #status #mirror #selfcare #finance
Oct 5, 2025
19 min
ATHLETES’ SETBACK.
For all the talent our favorite athletes have, there is a major setback that affects a few. Some are bad with managing their money. More money creates more problems. I talk about athletes who have failed, struggled, or succeeded in this aspect.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 5, Episode 10 Cover art: image created using ChatGPT and Canva.
Sep 28, 2025
32 min
PASSION or PROFIT.
Some people "do what you love” while others “are in it for the money”. It’s and eternal battle of love vs. labor (or love and labor). I discuss the topic using real world examples of professions tailored for passion and/or profit.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 5, Episode 09 Cover art: image generated using ChatGPT. Other graphics by Canva.#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #wealth #status #debt #passion #profit
Aug 24, 2025
34 min
LIBERATION.
“Liberation” is a significant word with deep historical context. What happens when you liberate yourself from your financial "masters" and debt? Let’s talk about it.
Jul 6, 2025
29 min
Buy Now, Pay Never/Forever/Whatever.
With Klarna (a layaway/buy now, pay later company) reporting profit losses - due to no one committing to their payment plans - it’s time to discuss delayed gratification.🎧 Podcast available on all platforms. (Spotify, Apple, YouTube, iHeartRadio, etc.)Season 5, Episode 07Cover art: Canva.com#podcast #blackpodcast #nostrings #tiktok #trending #foryou #wealth #status #money #klarna #buynowpaylater #layaway
Jun 15, 2025
27 min
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