The Financial Griot
Welcome to the Financial Griot, TFG for short where three millennials talk about wealth and the stories that made and continue to make an impact on our journeys to be whole, happy and wealthy.
We promise to leave you with actionable steps that you can use. It's often raw and genuine. Blending real world wealth building experiences from an entrepreneur, a global travel enthusiast and a financial literacy educator.
As always start late, start early but we definitely want you to start. Find us on YouTube, Listen Notes, Theneighborhoodfinanceguy.com and Twitter. Let's connect and Grow Rich Together.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 202
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Table for One, Please. The Effects of Dating and the game of Musical Chairs
The Financial Griot team is back to discuss the modern dating landscape and the myriad of failed relationships. There is nothing worse than the dreaded question, "What do you bring to the table?".
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Saving America: Biden's War and the 2024 State of the Union
Did you tune into the 2024 State of the Union? We did so you don't have to. What's the takeaways? Classic chest-pumping Americana with a load of promises that may or may not come true. Likely not but…
Finances and Geo Politics Feat. Ecclesiaste Guerrier
Today, the Financial Griot Podcast is joined by Ecclesiaste Guerrier, who discusses how global finances play a pivotal part in geopolitics. We discuss significant events since 2020, which include the…
Big Backs, Beauty Standards and Income Inequality
The crew discusses cultural norms and beauty standards. Research shows that physically attractive workers earn up to 15% more than those considered less or unattractive. Even more surprising, the bea…
We have to extend grace; people are imperfectly flawed.
Today, Lawrence and Alainta catch up on life and share the realities of how imperfectly flawed people we are. We must remember to extend grace. In the end, we are all growing physically, emotionall…
We don't talk about Bruno! Pets and the Power of Community.
Today, the crew is together and Alainta shares great news about finding her missing cat Bruno, and the financial cost of getting his health back on track.
Wait what's a Financial Griot?
The Financial G…
We recorded the Financial Literacy Workshop, It's a Lot!
Wait what's a Financial Griot?
The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. We tell the stories that o…
It's Tax Time Again. Are you filing to get the most out of your earnings?
Wait what's a Financial Griot?
The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. We tell the stories that o…
Creators and Influencers are Struggling to Make Money and Change!
Wait what's a Financial Griot?
The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. We tell the stories that o…
Is Navy Federal Credit Union against Black Home Ownership?
Today the crew discusses the Navy Federal Credit Union (Navy Fed) class action lawsuit concerning home loans.
According to a CNN report (December 14, 2023), the Navy Fed, the largest credit union in…
The Avg. American Household Debt is over $100K. We have Debt and a lot of it!
Today Alainta and Lawrence discuss their consumer debt and how they are managing them. Tune in for tips so you can talk about debt and strategically tackle it.
American households carry a total of $…
We are out here being church heathens, shame!
Research shows an increase in Black Americans who identify as spiritual rather than religious. Instead of following a specific set of organized beliefs and practices, they prefer a more individualize…
How Travel Provides Challenges and Lifelong Perspectives
The Financial Griot Podcast crew is back from vacation. Time to discuss how travel provides meaningful challenges and perspectives. Alainta is coming back from a work trip in the country of Gold, Col…
Living the American Dream feat. Anna-Lyse Wealth
According to Investopedia, the American Dream costs $3.4 million, is it still possible to attain the DREAM? Today, we’re excited to talk about how to build wealth for your family.
Our guest today, A…
What is the True Cost of War: The Moral and Financial Impacts
The world is back at war and the TFG crew discusses how we feel about the news.
For context, the global economic impact of violence is estimated to be $14.4 trillion. The U.S. federal price tag for t…
Money is Moneying out here. What is an extra $5,000?
The TFG crew discusses modern cash spending and the influence of digital scamming.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, financial fraud increased by over 30% from 2021 to 2022, with total losse…
More Financial Setbacks and My Tires Got Robbed Again!
The crew is together again ( Yes! Lovely is with us lol) and shares life updates. Oh, and Lawrence got robbed for his tires again. Alainta's crib is under renovation. Yep, there are setbacks and the…
Over 150 Million Google Views and Google Hasn't Paid Me Yet!
Lawrence and Alainta have no specific topic; nonetheless great conversation and laughter. We also reflect on being searchable on Google and why you should do a better job branding yourself in the lon…
A lot of People Say that they are Rich but Where's the Proof!
Lawrence and Alainta discuss scammers and their lack of financial proof that what they are selling actually works. It's one thing to be socially rich in appearance, it's another thing to have enough …
Unlocking the Power of Money Talks with Dr. Constance Craig Mason
Today, Alainta is speaking with guest Dr. Constance Craig Mason. She shares her story of leaving her healthcare job and entering the financial entrepreneurial space. Her passion for helping families …