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A Gen Xer podcast for musicians and music lovers, where we discuss music and money without all the pretentious BS! ---Listener discretion is advised--- Hosts- Mel O-Certified Financial Planner and author of "Finances the Other "F" Word", Zoe Terry-attorney at large, & Stormie Andrews founder of…

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    • Oct 13, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 25m AVG DURATION
    • 405 EPISODES


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    Part 1 White Lives Matter-KimYe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 46:50


    Today, we dig out a lost episode that would never have seen the light of day if it was not for Ye's White Lives Matter Shirt. Part 1 we discuss Ye's Tucker Carlson interview and hear some very personal stories from MelO. All of which leads us into Part 2 of the series "KimYe" Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Part 2 White Lives Matter-KimYe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 41:25


    Today, we dig out a lost episode that would never have seen the light of day if it was not for Ye's White Lives Matter Shirt. Part 1 we discuss Ye's Tucker Carlson interview and hear some very personal stories from MelO. All of which leads us into Part 2 of the series "KimYe" Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Gerrymandering-How it works and works against you

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 44:58


    Gerrymandering is more entangled in your life than you realize. Today, I discuss its far reach. • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/ Come join the Owwll Beta. Apple users, here is the link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/owwll-instant-1-on-1-advice/id1604780109 Please enter my referral code "MO269716" during sign-up to get a $10 referral bonus. Android users, here is the link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=owwll.com

    Zoe & Family Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 36:24


    Today, Zoe shares with us the difference between practicing law in the UK vs. the US and what it looks like for a child in the legal system, and how the organization she works for helps them. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    DJ Upgrade rapper and music producer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 54:53


    Today, we interview DJ Upgrade. Upgrade has worked with the likes of Too $hort, and E-40, and shares how the rap and hip hop music game is different as compared to other music sectors. He is also stars in "Licks" catch the trailer here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UH9xCJt5VLY Follow him on TikTok @ dj_upgrade and on IG @ Dj_upgrade and on Youtube  @Dj Upgrade  • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Who really controls the price of oil?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 28:00


    Democrats and Republicans constantly use gas prices as a way to divide us, but we will find that the problem is much worse than that. • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #384 Depeche Mode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 55:13


    Today, my co-host takes the reins as her and Chief Rock Officer of Rock Academy of the Performing Arts-Jay Caballero discuss Depeche Mode and their music.  They discuss how Depeche Mode's music influenced them, and other artists. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #383 Roe-the aftermath Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 46:54


    **If you haven't done so listen to Part 1 episode #382 On this episode Zoe our resident attorney and Mel O, break down the written decision to overturn Roe vs Wade. Your hosts get very personal with their relationship to Roe and discuss the foreshadowing of things to come. • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #382 Roe-the aftermath Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 44:12


    On this episode Zoe our resident attorney and Mel O, break down the written decision to overturn Roe vs Wade. Your hosts get very personal with their relationship to Roe and discuss the foreshadowing of things to come. • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #381 2 Tickets to the gun show -Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 40:37


    **We have had tech problems, we apologize if this shows up in your feed twice.** This is part 12of our 2 part show on gun reform in America. We discuss whether gun laws need to be changed, and why it is so hard to make it happen. Your hosts disagree, as usual, and Mel O flips her position on 100% banning of guns. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #380 2 tickets to the gun show- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 44:07


    **We have been having tech issues, we apologize if this shows up in your feed twice.** This is part 1 of our 2 part show on gun reform in America. We discuss whether gun laws need to be changed, and why it is so hard to make it happen. Your hosts disagree, as usual, and Mel O flips her position on 100% banning of guns. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #378 The economics of Roe vs. Wade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 48:57


    **We have been having tech issues with our feed, we apologize if this shows up in your feed twice.** Originally aired 5-12-2022 Today, we discuss the finances behind the landmark decision from 1973, and the potential fall out economically for those who are affected.   · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Two tickets to the gun show-Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 40:40


    This is part 2 of our 2 part show on gun reform in America. We discuss whether gun laws need to be changed, and why it is so hard to make it happen. Your hosts disagree, as usual, and Mel O flips her position on 100% banning of guns. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Two tickets to the gun show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 44:10


    This is part 1 of our 2 part show on gun reform in America. We discuss whether gun laws need to be changed, and why it is so hard to make it happen. Your hosts disagree, as usual, and Mel O flips her position on 100% banning of guns. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Replay of-The state of the US Power Grid

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 49:52


    Going into summer there is already talk of rolling blackouts, so I thought it would be important to revist the state of the US Power Grid which aired July of 2021-and no nothing has changed. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    The economics of Roe vs Wade

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022


    Today, we discuss the finances behind the landmark decision from 1973, and the potential fall out economically for those who are affected.   · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #377 Ryan Patrick of OTHERWISE

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 65:38


    Today, we interview Ryan Patrick of OTHERWISE.  We discuss the pitfalls and thrills of being a RockStar in the music BUSINESS, and discuss his non-profit "Life By Music" Follow him on most social media platforms @weareotherwise or at their website https://otherwisemusic.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #376 Ukraine Timeline & Content Creators Responsibilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 35:39


    Today, we do a quick review of the Ukraine Invasion timeline, and we discuss what responsibilities a content creator must monitor their comments, and how their content is perceived.  If any? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #375 Can the United States feed itself?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 35:47


    With the continued invasion of Ukraine potentially disrupting food supply chains we tackle the question of can the United States feed itself?  We also further explore if the globe can produce enough food to feed everyone through the year 2050. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #374 Interview with Dr. April Brown, inimacy, sex & relationship therapist

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 60:36


    Today we have an EXPLICIT-and fun episode where we talk about sex, and relationships. Sex vs. intimacy, monogamy vs. open relationships, and know your body. Find her Dr. April Brown, LMHC, CST, & NCC @ 239-565-6921 or www.draprilbrown.com or info@draprilbrown.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #372 What happened to Brittney Griner?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 34:36


    ♬Episode Highlights: Have you heard of Brittney Griner?-- She is a star athlete who hasn't been seen since she was taken into custody by Russian authorities February 17th. We discuss her disappearance and the music industry's response to the Ukraine Invasion Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #371 Who and what are the Russian Oligarchs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 33:10


    ♬Episode Highlights:  With global sanctions hitting the elite Russian Oligarchs, we discuss who these people are. Can the Oligarchs really stop Putin from continuing the invasion of Ukraine? How rich are these guys exactly? Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #370 What are the Russian Sanctions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 43:05


    ♬Episode Highlights:  Seriously what is happening? What do sanctions do, and who do they affect really? We are in an unprecedented time of weaponizing money. This episode is about whose in the sanction game and can it come back to bite the sanctioning countries? Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #369 What does a film and TV producer do? Interview with Tricia Correia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 46:34


    ♬Episode Highlights: Got a killer idea for a show, but don't know where to start? What does a film and television producer do anyway? Today, we interview film producer, television producer, and live event producer- Tricia Correia, in Hollywood California. She discusses how she got started in the film industry, how the movie industry has changed for women, and shares some behind the scenes stories. Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #368 The 2022 Half-Time Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 37:42


    ♬Episode Highlights: This episode is about the Half Time Show of 2022, Super Bowl, and settle the argument if it was an Xer half-time show or Millennial. from a Gen Xers perspective. We wade into the discussion of if the show was for Generation X, or the Millennial generation. -Clearly is was a show for Xers! Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #367 Bankruptcy, is it right for you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 46:27


    ♬Episode Highlights: Have you ever thought about declaring bankruptcy or think that you might need to? Learn the ins and outs of bankruptcy, costs, and why you shouldn't be ashamed if you need to file. FTOFW speaks to Troy Fox bankruptcy attorney in Las Vegas for the low down. Get a hold of Troy @ www.crosby-fox.com Email tfox@crosby-fox.com Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #366 Are social media comapnies too big? TikTok

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 21:25


    ♬Episode Highlights: We close out our 3-part series on if social media companies are too big. TikTok is made in China, does that make your data subject to Chinese data privacy laws? We discuss what information TikTok gathers on you and discover the two Chinese apps you should be more worried about. Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #365 Are social media companies too big? Facebook

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 34:14


    ♬Episode Highlights: Is Facebook too big? Is there reach too far? We discussed the crazy reach of this social media platform, and how they have been accused of manipulation for profit. Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #364 Are social media companies too big?-Twitter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 55:05


    ♬Episode Highlights: Twitter banned a president. Were they within their right to do it? Does Twitter have the right to ban a President's "free speech"? or does Twitter have the right to do what they want as they are a publicly traded company? Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #363 Financial Planning Objectives for 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 37:37


    The series is designed to get you from where you are now, to wherever it is you are trying to go!   Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn about money and not be bored: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7KT...

    #373 Elon Musk's involvement in Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 28:48


    We discuss how Elon Musk's unprecedented involvement in Ukraine can change power, global policy, and war as we know it for multiple generations to come.    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Where is Brittney Griner? & The music industry responds to Ukraine Invasion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 34:35


    Have you heard of Brittney Griner?-- She is a star athlete who hasn't been seen since she was taken into custody by Russian authorities February 17th. We discuss her disappearance and the music industry's response to the Ukraine Invasion. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    The Russian Oligarchs-Who are they?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 33:09


    With global sanctions hitting the elite Russian Oligarchs, we discuss who these people are. Can the Oligarchs really stop Putin from continuing the invasion on Ukraine? How rich are these guys exactly? · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Understanding Russian Sanctions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 43:04


    Seriously what is happening? What do sanctions do, and who do they affect really? We are in an unprecedented time of weaponizing money. We talk about whose in the sanction game and can it come back to bite the sanctioning countries? · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    Interview with film and television producer tricia corriea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 46:33


    Today, we interview film producer, television producer, and live event producer- Tricia Correia, in Hollywood California. She discusses how she got started in the film industry, how the movie industry has changed for women, and shares some behind the scenes stories.     Find Tricia @ www.relevantentertainmentstudios.com (under construction) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-correia-1416bb9/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tricia.correia1/  Twitter: @actrishproducer IG: @actrish Clubhouse: @actrish   Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/  Call or Text the show @ 775-537-4352   Questions, comments, or want to be on the show? Contact us at mel@financestheotherfword.com

    A Word From Mel O 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 3:21


    A Word from Mel O

    #368 Sorry Millennials, but that half -time show was for Xers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 37:41


    Today, we dive into the fray of if the 2022 Super Bowl half-time show was for Millennials, or Xers. We also discuss half-time shows of Super Bowl's past. Some great, some horrific.  

    #367 Bankruptcy is it right for you

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 46:26


    Today, we speak to Troy Fox bankruptcy attorney in Las Vegas. Have you ever thought about filing bankruptcy or think that you might need to? Have you accumulated too much debt, credit cards or otherwise? Learn the ins and outs of bankruptcy, costs, and why you shouldn't be ashamed if you need to file. Get ahold of Troy at www.crosby-fox.com Email tfox@crosby-fox.com · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #366 Are social media companies too big? Tiktok

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 21:24


    Today, we close out our 3-part series trying to research the question "Are social media platforms too big?" TikTok was a huge target for the prior administration in the United States due to the developing country being from China. We discuss what information TikTok gathers on you and discover the two Chinese apps you should be more worried about. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #365 Are social media companies too big? Facebook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 34:13


    Today part 2 in our series “Are social media companies too big? Facebook”. We discuss Facebook's reach, platforms owned and how their filters work, and is Facebook "Too big to fail?" · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #364 Are social media companies too big?-Twitter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 55:05


    Today, we start the first in our series of “Are social media companies too big?” We discuss Twitter's rise to the top and the ramifications of being a former president's platform of choice. · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #363 Financial Planning Series-Objectives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 37:36


    Today, we discuss the first step one needs to take when starting a financial plan. This will be a series intermittent with the usual topics we cover. The series is designed to get you from where you are now, to wherever it is you are trying to go, by doing (DIY) a financial plan for yourself.   · Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #362 The Energy of Money for 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 31:26


    Today, we talk to Doctor of Metaphysics Annie Emprima-Martin. We address blocks that could be stopping you from obtaining money, and get into the nitty gritty of how you view money. Find Annie @ https://oneemprima.com/ & on social media as @one.emprima, or simply Google "Emprima" FTOFW wants to wish you a Happy New Year, thank you for listening! m/ • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #362 The Energy of Money-Getting your mental game right for 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 31:30


    Today, we talk to Doctor of Metaphysics Annie Emprima-Martin. We address blocks that could be stopping you from obtaining money, and get into the nitty gritty of how you view money.  Find Annie @ https://oneemprima.com/ & on social media as @one.emprima, or simply Google "Emprima"  FTOFW wants to wish you a Happy New Year, thank you for listening! m/• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFWWant to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #361 The Obligatory Christmas Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 53:29


     Today, we reflect on the year that was.  We discuss The Carpenters, “Callin' Oats”, our favorite episodes, and your favorite episodes. FTOFW wants to wish you a Happy Holiday season, thank you for listening!  m/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #360 The Gold Standard

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 49:51


    Today, we reach back in our archives to episode #41, which originally aired on 11-28-2019.  We discuss when and why the United States came off the gold standard and moved to a fiat currency.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #359 The Astroworld disaster and is Travis Scott liable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 68:52


    Today, we discuss the Astroworld Concert Disaster and if Travis Scott is liable as an artist.    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #358 Touring after COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2021 75:33


    Today, we follow up with Stanley Soares, live sound engineer for Megadeth, and Vic Rattlehead himself Rafael Pensado, about what it's like to tour after COVID, and we take your questions live!  Follow them on IG @stanleysound & @rafaelpensado PS-Sorry tech issues made episode not drop on Thursday like expected.  m/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #357 Life in prison vs. the death penalty, which is cheaper?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 53:26


    Do you believe in the death penalty? Today, we discuss the finances behind life in prison vs. putting someone to death.  As always, your hosts disagree on the morals, but the numbers are what they are. OWWLL- Come join Owwll beta testers. Apple user, here is the download link https://testflight.apple.com/join/CUs3UaCe. Android users can use this link https://tsfr.io/join/OwwllApp, app is invite only so use referral code MO269716. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FTOFW Want to talk to Mel about money? Schedule a call with her directly: https://hotmoonfinancial.com/

    #356 Dissecting the Henry Ruggs III Accident with our attorney co-host

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 64:20


    Today, our resident personal injury attorney weighs in on the Henry Ruggs accident, and reviews things that you should do if you are involved in an accident yourself. Find us on social media @financestheotherfword or financestheotherfword.com/links, or slide into our DMs or text 775-537-4352 My book is on Amazon, Target, Barnes&Nobel, and Walmart Online-Finances the Other "F" Word-Another "F" Word to Love Swag & Merch @https://financestheotherfword.com/ Download the OWWLL app link below- Come join Owwll beta testers. If you are Apple user, here is the download link OWWLL for iPhone. Android users can use this link OWWLL for Android to download the app. Referral code to sign up MO269716.

    #355 The Muppet Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 49:26


    Today we discuss Henry Ruggs III, and take a walk down memory lane with Gen X nostalgia as we discuss The Muppet Show. Find us on social media @financestheotherfword or financestheotherfword.com/links, or slide into our DMs or text 775-537-4352My book is on Amazon, Target, Barnes&Nobel, and Walmart Online-Finances the Other "F" Word-Another "F" Word to LoveSwag & Merch @https://financestheotherfword.com/  

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