Financial Episodes

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget and The Boardroom Podcast. Jabez shares the story behind launching The Working Budget, a new podcast focused on practical financial education, money management, and helping everyday people understand how money moves through their personal economy. Chris and Jabez discuss the connection between Kaizen and compound interest, showing how small, consistent improvements can create meaningful long-term growth. They also explore why budgeting is often misunderstood, why money decisions are emotional, and how a working budget can help people prepare for emergencies, save for the future, and spend with more intention. Jabez also shares the books that shaped his view of money, including The Richest Man in Babylon, Rich Dad Poor Dad, and One Up On Wall Street. The conversation touches on entrepreneurship, stewardship, financial education, and Jabez’s mission to build a media-first educatio…

Money Matters 327- From Paycheck to Purpose W/ Derrick Kinney What if more money wasn’t the end goal—but the beginning of your bigger purpose? In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, host Christopher Hensley sits down with Derrick Kinney, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of Good Money Revolution and host of the Good Money Podcast. Derrick shares why traditional money advice is broken—and how you can rewrite your money story, ditch guilt, and build wealth with purpose. From asking for a raise to redefining what it means to be successful, this conversation is packed with practical tools and inspiring stories. 🔑 Topics Covered: Why money isn’t bad—and why wanting more doesn’t make you selfish The power of a Generosity Purpose and how it can unlock your income How to crush debt, save more, and earn more using the 3 Levers of Money The biggest money mindset mistakes people carry from childhood A framework to confidently ask for the raise y…

Money Matters Episode 322- Life Planning, Mindfulness, and the Future of Fiduciary Advice W/ George Kinder

Money Matters Episode 321- Outsmarting The Money Magicians W/ Chris Manske

Money Matters Episode 306- Your Best Financial Life W/ Anne Lester

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GPT Based on the transcript from "MMEpisode7," here's a summary for the podcast show: In MMEpisode7, hosted by Chris Hensley, the focus is on teen finance and money skills. The episode begins with an overview of the Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) and its mission to combat financial illiteracy through educational seminars. Chris Hensley discusses the importance of teaching teenagers about financial responsibility, including understanding family budgets, earning money through chores or part-time jobs, and the value of saving. Key points addressed include: Helping teenagers understand the family budget and their role in it. Encouraging teenagers to earn their own money and contribute to their finances. Teaching teenagers about saving and managing money wisely, including the power of compounding interest and the importance of saving a portion of their income. The episode also covers topics like credit card usage, the impact of debt, and the significance of charitable …

Money Matters with Chris Hensley - Episode Summary Welcome to the inaugural episode of Money Matters, the new weekly show every Friday at 10 AM, hosted by Chris Hensley, the president of the Houston Midtown chapter of the Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA). We're excited to be part of KPFT's venture into podcasting and streaming internet radio. Today, we introduced SOFA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit Educational Speakers Bureau dedicated to providing financial education seminars and health and wellness workshops to various groups and organizations. Our approach is unique as we prefer to offer a series of talks rather than one-off events, incorporating storytelling into our presentations to make financial topics more engaging. April was Financial Literacy Month, and we discussed the importance of personal financial responsibility. We highlighted the types of professionals who speak at our events, such as CPAs, financial advisors, realtors, and healthcare professionals. We also touc…