Episodios

  • How Student Loans Nearly Ruined Comedian Joel Kim Booster's Life!

    How Student Loans Nearly Ruined Comedian Joel Kim Booster's Life!
    Dec 3 2025
    Vivian sat down with Joel Kim Booster to explore the surprisingly complex finances of building a comedy career across standup, writing, and acting. Joel breaks down what comedians actually earn from Netflix specials, how he navigated the transition from day jobs to full-time comedy, and why selling out theaters doesn't automatically mean financial security. He answers the big questions about balancing artistic integrity with commercial opportunities, managing the unpredictable income streams of the entertainment industry, what building wealth looks like as a performer, and how being an openly gay Asian American comic has shaped his approach to money and success. Joel also shares what it's really like working in writers' rooms versus touring solo, from "Fire Island" to his standup specials, and why maintaining creative control has been just as important as landing the biggest gigs. Keep up with Joel on Instagram and watch LOOT on Apple TV! Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 m
  • How Cole Walliser Turned a $100 Dollar Gig into the Red Carpet Glambot!

    How Cole Walliser Turned a $100 Dollar Gig into the Red Carpet Glambot!
    Nov 26 2025
    Vivian sat down with Cole Walliser to explore the surprisingly complex finances of creating those iconic slow-motion red carpet moments. Cole breaks down what directors actually earn from viral GlamBot videos, how he built a business around a single innovative camera technique, and why going viral doesn't automatically translate to getting paid. He answers the big questions about balancing creative vision with commercial viability, managing the feast-or-famine nature of freelance directing, what building wealth looks like and how being a filmmaker outside of Hollywood has shaped his approach to money and success. Cole also shares what it's really like working with the biggest names in entertainment, from Ariana Grande to Miley Cyrus, and why protecting his creative independence has been just as important as chasing the biggest paychecks. Keep up with Cole on Instagram! Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 m
  • Black Friday or Black Hole? Where Your Money Really Goes

    Black Friday or Black Hole? Where Your Money Really Goes
    Nov 19 2025
    Vivian is diving deep into the art of Black Friday shopping without the chaos. She breaks down what deals are actually worth it (spoiler: that "70% off" TV might cost you more in the long run), how retailers use psychological tricks to make you spend more, and why that doorbuster deal always seems to be sold out. Vivian dives into the controversial world of retail tactics, from fake discounts and manufactured urgency to the math behind "buy now, pay later" schemes, explaining why stores lose money on some items just to get you in the door and how they make it all back. Plus, she answers your burning questions about when to actually shop (hint: it might not be Friday), how to spot genuinely good deals versus marketing gimmicks, and whether Black Friday is actually the savings goldmine everyone makes it out to be. Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    23 m
  • Sophia Bush on Pay Gaps, Podcasting Money, and Getting Rich While Staying True to Herself

    Sophia Bush on Pay Gaps, Podcasting Money, and Getting Rich While Staying True to Herself
    Nov 12 2025
    Vivian sat down with Sophia Bush live at Tech Futures to dive deep into the money side of Hollywood stardom. Sophia breaks down what actors actually make from iconic TV shows (spoiler: those One Tree Hill paychecks weren't what you think), how residuals really work in the streaming era, and why that show you've binged 47 times barely pays the actors anymore. Sophia gets real about navigating Hollywood's pay gap, from her early days saying yes to everything to learning how to negotiate like a boss in an industry that doesn't want women asking for more. Plus, she reveals how she's built serious wealth beyond acting through podcasting, directing, producing, and becoming a GP at a VC fund, explaining why diversifying her income was the smartest financial move she ever made. She answers the big questions about balancing activism with getting paid, preparing for Hollywood's feast-or-famine cycles, what retirement looks like when you're an actor, and how coming out changed the way she thinks about money and relationships. Keep up with Sophia on Instagram and find her Work in Progress podcast HERE! Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h y 1 m
  • What is Private Equity ACTUALLY & How Does it Affect YOU?

    What is Private Equity ACTUALLY & How Does it Affect YOU?
    Nov 5 2025
    Vivian is diving deep into the world of private equity. She breaks down what private equity actually is (spoiler: it's way more than just rich people buying companies), how these firms make billions through the "buy-improve-sell" model, and why that protein bar you love suddenly tastes terrible. Vivian dives into the controversial world of PE "optimizations," from cost-cutting and layoffs to price gouging and healthcare takeovers, explaining why your local gym got more expensive and your favorite menu items disappeared. Plus, she answers your burning questions about investing in PE as a regular person, what to do if your employer gets bought out, and whether private equity is actually the villain everyone makes it out to be. Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 m
  • Marina Larroudé on Disrupting Luxury Footwear (Without Going Broke)

    Marina Larroudé on Disrupting Luxury Footwear (Without Going Broke)
    Oct 29 2025
    Marina Larroudé joins Vivian to spill the tea on building wealth in the fashion industry and beyond in this refreshingly honest conversation about money, style, and success. Marina opens up about her journey from fashion insider to entrepreneur, sharing the financial lessons she learned while working with luxury brands and launching her own namesake shoe company. Marina and Vivian dive into the psychology of luxury spending, the business of fashion, and why financial confidence is the ultimate accessory. Plus, Marina shares her practical tips for making strategic shoe purchases that actually hold value and the money mindsets that helped her transition from employee to founder. Check out Larroude Shoes at https://larroude.com/ and on ⁠Instagram⁠ , and find Marina on ⁠Instagram!⁠ Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 m
  • So You Got Fired Job - Now What? How to Find Your Next Job!

    So You Got Fired Job - Now What? How to Find Your Next Job!
    Oct 22 2025
    Vivian sits down with authors and career experts Laura Brown and Kristina O'Neill to explore what really happens when you get fired and why it might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Drawing from their book "All The Cool Girls Get Fired" and interviews with powerhouses like Oprah, Katie Couric, and Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura and Kristina break down how to navigate today's brutal job market with resilience and strategy. Whether you're facing a layoff, stuck in a months-long job search, or wondering if it's time to leave a toxic situation without a backup plan, they share the real tactics that work when everything feels uncertain. This conversation goes beyond traditional career advice to help you untangle your self-worth from your job title, turn unemployment into opportunity, and position yourself for roles that actually pay what you're worth. If you've ever felt defeated by rejection or wondered how to bounce back stronger from a career setback, this episode is your roadmap. Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 m
  • From Idea to Empire: Jennifer Hyman on Building Rent the Runway

    From Idea to Empire: Jennifer Hyman on Building Rent the Runway
    Oct 15 2025
    Live from NYC, it’s Networth & Chill! Vivian sits down with Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, to explore her groundbreaking journey revolutionizing the fashion industry and redefining how women access luxury. From Harvard Business School idea to billion-dollar disruptor, Jennifer shares the bold decisions, calculated risks, and resilient mindset that built her empire. Whether you're contemplating launching your own venture, or wondering how to turn an unconventional idea into serious wealth, Jennifer breaks down the real talk on scaling a business, and navigating setbacks that could make or break your financial future. If you've ever dreamed of building something from scratch or wondered what it really takes to go from startup founder to CEO of a company valued in the hundreds of millions, this episode is your insider playbook. Check out Rent the Runway Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 m