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Sept. 15, 2025

Credit Repair with Maurice Shabazz: Lessons, Mindset, and Best Practi…

In this powerful episode, Darrin is joined by Maurice Shabazz, a personal and business financial expert with over 20 years of experience. Maurice shares his journey in personal finance and business while offering practical ad...

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Sept. 15, 2025

Preparing for Long-Term Senior Care with Jocelyn Jasper

In this episode, Darrin is joined by Jocelyn Jasper, a senior placement specialist and agency owner, to discuss the critical topic of preparing yourself and your loved ones for long-term senior care. Jocelyn shares her person...

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Aug. 19, 2025

Living With a Disability and Finding Financial Strength

n this deeply personal solo episode, Darrin opens up about his journey with glaucoma and the impact of vision loss on both his life and his finances. He shares the story of how he first discovered his condition, the challenge...

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Aug. 12, 2025

Clicks, Clout & Content: The Truth Behind Social Media Influence

In this conversation-style episode, Darrin is joined once again by longtime friend Liam for an honest, insightful, and funny discussion about the monetization of content and the rise of social media as a career path. Using ex...

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Aug. 12, 2025

Is College Still Worth It? The Truth About Student Loans & ROI

In this solo episode, Darrin takes a clear-eyed look at one of the biggest financial questions facing students and families today: “Is college actually worth the cost?” Speaking from his own college experience, student loan j...

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Aug. 12, 2025

Real Money Talk with Liam: Money, Mindset & Making Progress

In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Darrin sits down with his longtime friend Liam for an open, real-world discussion on money, mindset, and the struggle to find financial stability in today’s world. Liam, who is no...

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Aug. 3, 2024

Should You Stay in California or Move Out? Pros, Cons, and Perspectiv…

In this solo discussion episode, Darrin dives into the question many Californians are asking: Should I stay in California, or should I move out? He explores the pros and cons of both staying and leaving, shares relevant statistics about cost of living, housing, and opportunities, and offers his …

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Aug. 3, 2024

Business Lessons I’ve Learned: Advice for New Entrepreneurs

In this solo episode, Darrin shares general business advice drawn from his own experiences as an entrepreneur and consultant. From the importance of mindset and strategy to lessons about pricing and managing expectations, this episode offers practical guidance for anyone starting out in business…

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Aug. 3, 2024

Lessons from My Financial Mistakes

In this raw and transparent solo episode, Darrin opens up about some of his own financial mistakes over the years. From missing credit card payments to lending money he later regretted, Darrin shares the lessons learned and how those experiences shaped his approach to financial planning today. H…

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Aug. 3, 2024

Identity Theft Part 2: Scams, Hacks, and How to Protect Yourself

In this follow-up to the Identity Theft 101 episode, Darrin shares his own recent experience with being hacked and dives into the growing problem of scams. From phishing emails and phone scams to online account takeovers, he breaks down the most common types of scams people face today, why they’re…

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Aug. 3, 2024

Identity Theft 101: How to Protect Yourself and Your Credit

In this educational solo episode, Darrin breaks down the growing problem of identity theft — what it is, the different kinds, and how it affects millions of people each year. He shares key statistics on identity theft, explains steps you can take to prevent it, and outlines what to do if you’ve be…

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June 1, 2024

Credit Myths and Misconceptions: What’s Fact and What’s Fiction?

In this solo episode, Darrin tackles some of the most common myths, rumors, and misinformation around credit and personal finances. From the idea of a mysterious “credit card blacklist” to whether taxes or income affect your credit score, Darrin breaks down what’s true, what’s false, and what you …

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May 11, 2024

Love and Money: A Conversation on Relationships and Finances with Sum…

In this heartfelt and informative episode, Darrin is joined by his girlfriend Suman for an open conversation about money in relationships. Together, they discuss how they each grew up with money, the role family values play in shaping financial habits, and why communication is key when it comes to…

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May 9, 2024

Taxes: Breaking Down Income, Sales, and Property Taxes

In this solo episode, Darrin takes listeners through the essentials of the U.S. tax system — what taxes are, how they work, and why they’re set up the way they are. From income taxes, sales taxes, and property taxes to the ins and outs of tax brackets, deductions, and credits, this episode is a be…

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Feb. 10, 2024

Entrepreneurship, Freedom, and Mindset with Allan Samson

In this motivational interview, Darrin sits down with entrepreneur Allan Samson to talk about business, creativity, and freedom. Allan shares his journey into entrepreneurship, including his work in the transporting business and the creation of his talk-show podcast, Evolve the Earth. Together, Da…

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Oct. 24, 2023

Balancing Work, Fitness, and Health with Trainer Jorden Saunders

In this episode, Darrin sits down with fitness trainer and coach Jorden Saunders to explore the intersection of health, work, and personal growth. Jorden shares his career journey, explaining how his wide range of work experiences ultimately led him to become a fitness trainer. He and Darrin also …

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Oct. 24, 2023

Breaking Free from Debt: A Conversation with Tate Williams

In this powerful discussion episode, Darrin sits down with Tate Williams, who shares his personal journey of falling into more than $100,000 in debt. Tate opens up about his background, the circumstances that led to his debt, and the challenges he faces today. Throughout the conversation, Darrin p…

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Oct. 24, 2023

Resilience, Real Estate, and Representation with Broker Rome Jones

In this powerful interview, Darrin speaks with Rome Jones, a real estate broker whose story is one of resilience, perseverance, and entrepreneurship. Rome shares his journey of overcoming incredible challenges — including losing both of his parents in the same year and the passing of his older bro…

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Sept. 21, 2023

Real Estate Insights with Nia Williams: Becoming an Agent and Buying …

In this episode, Darrin sits down with real estate agent Nia Williams to talk about her journey into real estate and the current housing market. Nia shares her personal story of becoming a licensed real estate agent — from studying and passing her exam to training for brokerage work and choosing t…

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Sept. 14, 2023

Money, Mental Health, and Self-Care with Demarvelous Carter

In this moving interview, Darrin sits down with Demarvelous Carter, audio producer and co-owner of Infinite Audio, to explore the powerful connections between life challenges, mental health, and money. Demarvelous shares how his mother shaped his outlook and inspired him to live up to his unique n…

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Sept. 14, 2023

Credit-Building with Installment Accounts: Brigit, Self, and Kickoff

In this solo follow-up episode, Darrin continues the conversation about credit-building tools — this time focusing on installment accounts. He breaks down three services — Brigit, Self, and Kikoff — explaining how they work, why installment accounts matter, and how they can help listeners repair o…

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Aug. 24, 2023

3 Credit-Building Products to Repair and Improve Your Credit Score

In this solo episode, Darrin focuses on one of the most practical ways to rebuild credit: credit-building products and accounts. He breaks down three specific services — Extra, Chime, and Virgo — and explains how each one works to improve your credit score. This episode is designed for anyone with…

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Aug. 3, 2023

Financial Literacy, Family, and Culture with Anthony Walker

In this powerful interview episode, Darrin sits down with fellow financial coach Anthony Walker to talk about his journey into financial coaching, why he chose to focus on families and children, and how he’s spreading financial literacy through his own children’s book. Together, they dive into the…

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July 27, 2023

How to Fix Your Credit Score and Rebuild Your Financial Future

In this solo episode, Darrin tackles one of the most common financial struggles: credit repair. With an informative yet motivational approach, he breaks down practical steps anyone can take to improve their credit score and start building a stronger financial future. From boosting income and reduc…

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