Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy. The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happ ...
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Jamila Souffrant Podcasts
A Money Podcast more about the Why, and less about the How. Financial Independence, Retirement, Budgeting, and Debt Stories
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Hey, I’m Elsa Isaac - personal wardrobe stylist for ambitious women professionals. I started this podcast because I want to have deep and meaningful conversations about the clothes we wear, and the impact personal style has on our lives. You’ll hear stories from beautifully daring women as they share their journeys of embracing themselves fully and showing up as their best selves. This show is about endless possibilities for you, for me, and for anyone who is ready to be seen. I’m so glad yo ...
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Episode 441- Minimalism: A Guide To Living With Less So That You Can Have More With Christine Platt, The Afrominimalist REWIND
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Christine Platt, author of ‘'The Afrominimalist Guide To Living With Less,’ and pioneer behind The Afrominimalist, joins the podcast to talk about how she’s carving out space for BIPOC within the minimalist movement. We discuss her journey towards living with less and how she outlines the differences for historically marginalized communities, which…
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Episode 440: Finishing What Matters Most: How To Make The Most Out Of Your Time And Attention With Productivity Expert Charlie Gilkey
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Author, podcaster and entrepreneur, Charlie Gilkey, joins the podcast to shed light on what it really means to make the most out of your time and hone in on what you should focus your attention on. Charlie is founder of Productive Flourishing, a website that helps creatives, leaders, and entrepreneurs start finishing the stuff that matters. He's wr…
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Episode 439: Life Planning for Fulfillment Beyond Finances & 3 Questions To Help You Live a Meaningful Life w/ George Kinder REWIND
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George Kinder is an author, international thought leader, and founder of Kinder Institute of Life Planning with more than 35 years of experience as a financial planner and tax advisor. George is dedicated to guiding individuals in uncovering their deepest values and leading more fulfilling lives. His ultimate aim is to promote greater freedom in ev…
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Episode 438: How To Create Healthy Boundaries in Your Personal, Professional, and Financial Life w/ Nedra Glover Tawwab REWIND
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Nedra Glover Tawwab, licensed therapist, New York Times bestselling author, and relationship expert, joins the podcast to discuss what boundaries are and how to cultivate healthy ones in our own lives. We chat about her social media stardom, with her over 1M followers, her entrepreneur path, and how boundaries give you the freedom you’re looking fo…
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Episode 437: Design Your To-Die-For Life and Start Living With Purpose w/ Karen Salmansohn
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This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m joined by Karen Salmansohn, bestselling author, behavioral change expert, and creator of “Your To-Die-For Life: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret Before Your Time Runs Out.” With over 2 million books sold, Karen brings a bold mix of research-based psychology and humor to help us snap out of auto…
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Episode 436: How To Climb The Wealth Ladder & Build Wealth at Every Stage of Life With Nick Maggiulli
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Nick Maggiulli, bestselling author of Just Keep Buying and The Wealth Ladder, returns to the Journey to Launch podcast to share practical, data-driven insights for building wealth at any stage of life. In this conversation, Nick breaks down the six stages of financial progress using his new "Wealth Ladder" framework, explaining how to make smarter …
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Episode 435- How To Balance a Happy Life & Financial Achievement + Pros & Cons of Quiet Quitting w/ Jason Vitug REWIND
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Jason Vitug, award-winning, best-selling author, speaker and entrepreneur joins the Journey to Launch podcast to discuss why money is a path to happiness, but it doesn’t embody it. Jason, once a corporate ladder climber, found himself stressed out, burnt-out and living a life he was no longer aligned with. Through trial and error… and rest, Jason d…
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Episode 434: How To Manage Your Money With ADHD & Unlocking Neurodivergent Financial Empowerment With Ellyce Fulmore REWIND
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Ellyce Fulmore, Canadian Queer and neurodivergent financial educator, joins the Journey to Launch podcast to talk about how she paid off high interest debt, ADHD and money, and her new book, “Keeping Finance Personal.” Ellyce is a full-time content creator and founder of Queerd Co., a financial literacy company. Her approach to finance goes beyond …
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Episode 433: Paying Off $14K in Debt & Finding Financial Clarity w/ Journeyer Lori-Sara Gauthier
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This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, I’m joined by Lori-Sara Gauthier, a public health worker based in Toronto who is in the thick of transforming her finances and her mindset. Lori-Sara recently paid off $14,000 in consumer debt, is working on eliminating her student loans, and is intentionally charting a path toward financial freedom. Lori…
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Episode 432: Creating a Future of Flexibility & Financial Security with Jackie Kasper
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This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, I’m joined by Jackie Kasper, a fellow Journeyer who’s intentionally building a life of connection and financial freedom. Jackie is a mom of two, a director of operations at a Chicago-based fintech startup, and someone who's actively pursuing Financial Independence (FI) within the next 2–7 years. We also d…
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Episode 431: Die with Zero & Get All You Can From Your Money and Your Life w/ Bill Perkins REWIND
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Bill Perkins, author and founder, managing partner and head trader for Skylar Capital, joins the podcast to discuss how to live your best life no matter your income and his two decades of experience in the trading industry. We talk about the importance of balancing your financial goals with your time-appropriate life experiences and adding joy in y…
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Episode 430: How Christina Pivoted Careers, Tripled Her Income & Is Now on Track for Financial Independence with a $1.5M Goal
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This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m speaking to fellow Journeyer, Christina Cates, a pediatric surgery physician assistant in Florida who pivoted from her career as a dietitian to triple her income and build a path toward financial independence (FI). Christina first discovered the FI movement through the Journey to Launch podcast and we…
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Episode 429- How to Learn Less, Do More & Avoid Burnout on the Path to Financial Freedom w/ Pat Flynn
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This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, I’m joined by Pat Flynn—digital entrepreneur, founder of Smart Passive Income, creator of Deep Pocket Monster, and author of Lean Learning: How to Achieve More by Learning Less. Pat shares how getting laid off from his dream job led to building a thriving online business, and how he’s stayed grounded whil…
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Episode 428: Student Loans in 2025: What You Need to Know Now with Travis Hornsby
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In this episode of Journey to Launch, I’m joined once again by Travis Hornsby, founder of Student Loan Planner. Travis returns to break down the current state of student loans, including what’s changed under the Biden and Trump administrations, what borrowers should expect moving forward, and how to navigate the uncertainty with smart, strategic pl…
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Episode 427: The Long Game of Wealth Building & Staying the Course with JL Collins
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This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m excited to welcome back the often called “Godfather of Financial Independence”, JL Collins, author of the bestselling book The Simple Path to Wealth. In this episode, we dive into how to stay calm and confident in today’s unpredictable market and why keeping it simple is still the most effective path …
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Episode 426: The Ambition Trap — How to Stop Chasing & Start Living with Amina AlTai
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This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I am sharing a powerful conversation I had with Amina AlTai—holistic leadership coach, chronic illness advocate and author of The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living - to unpack the truths behind ambition, burnout, and redefining success. We explore the emotional and cultural roots of ambi…
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Episode 425- Looking Back On My Early Retirement Dream- My Vision Then vs My Reality Now
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In this solo episode, I’m revisiting a blog post I wrote eight years ago—one where I boldly declared that I wanted to retire by 40. You’ll hear me read the post out loud and reflect on what actually came true, what’s changed since then, and the parts I didn’t expect. If you've ever thought about what your life could look like beyond the 9–5 or you'…
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Episode 424: Listener Q&A - Overcoming Investing Fears, Dealing w/ Inconsistent Income, Can You Coast to FI? + More
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In this solo Q&A episode, I answer your top questions around investing, financial independence, and managing money through the ups and downs of real life. From overcoming investing fears to navigating inconsistent income, I share personal insights and strategies that have helped me make progress on the path to financial freedom. You'll hear my thou…
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Episode 423- Sisterhood, Entrepreneurship & Giving Yourself Grace: An Updated Convo w/ My Sisters Imani & Shaina
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In this special crossover episode, originally recorded for the Brown Ambition Podcast, Mandy Woodruff-Santos sits down with me and my sisters—Shaina McGregor and Imani Manning—for an honest conversation about our individual and shared journeys. We dive deep into our unique paths in entrepreneurship, wellness, and culinary arts. From Jamaica to New …
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Episode 422- Balancing Your Money & Lifestyle Goals To Create The Life You Love
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In this solo episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s been on my mind lately—how to balance lifestyle goals with financial goals. Inspired by a recent girls trip and conversations about how much life has changed, I reflect on what it really means to live a fulfilling life while still being smart about money. I share some insights straight from my bo…
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Episode 421- How to Stay Financially Grounded in Uncertain Times
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In this solo episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, I break down how to navigate the financial turbulence caused by recent economic changes. Whether it’s the unpredictable stock market, rising costs, or job insecurity, I’ll walk through the 2 intangible and 4 tangible steps you can take today to protect and grow your money. You’ll obtain actiona…
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Episode 420- Breaking Through Money Overwhelm: Steps & Reflections for Your Wealth Journey
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April is Financial Literacy Month, and in this episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m celebrating by sharing how you can take control of your financial future and start your journey toward financial independence today. Financial literacy can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through simple steps to help you build wealth and reach …
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Episode 419: Want to Retire Early & Reach Financial Independence? Here’s the Tool That Helped Me Plan It
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In this episode, I introduce you to the FIRE Calc tool—a powerful resource I created to map out financial independence strategies. I share my personal journey of using the FIRE Calc to plan my exit from corporate America and explain how this tool can help you visualize your financial future with real numbers. Whether you’re just beginning your fina…
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Episode 418: The UGLY Truth About Trying to Reach Financial Independence – Is This a Fool’s Errand?
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Is pursuing Financial Independence (FI) truly worth it, or is it just a fool’s errand? In this solo episode of Journey to Launch, I’m unpacking the hidden struggles of the FI journey—the sacrifices, the emotional rollercoaster, and the reality that more money won’t magically fix all your problems. From feeling cash-poor while building invisible wea…
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Episode 417: Mastering Money & Entrepreneurship: How to Build a Thriving Business & Life w/ Grant Sabatier
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In this episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, we welcome back entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author Grant Sabatier. Grant shares insights from his new book, Inner Entrepreneur: A Proven Path to Profit and Peace, and reflects on his 10-year journey since reaching financial independence. He discusses how his financial philosophy has evol…
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