Welcome to Financial State of Minds!

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Feb. 2, 2026

Building Black Economic Power: Community, Entrepreneurship, and Colle…

Darrin is joined by Maurice Shabazz and Wesley Alexander, owner of CoBiz Richmond, for a powerful discussion on Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and community responsibility. The three explore why safe spaces for...

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Jan. 26, 2026

From Faith to Finance: Entrepreneurship, Life Insurance, and Investin…

Darrin sits down with insurance broker and author Will Brown for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, faith, finance, and investing. The two discuss Will’s journey from the legal industry to writing Christian-insp...

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Jan. 19, 2026

Entrepreneurial Mindset, Friendship, and Navigating Business with a D…

Darrin sits down with his “adopted” sister and close friend Stephanie Riddell for a personal and insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, mindset, and resilience. Drawing from their shared experience in the legal sales...

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Jan. 12, 2026

Real vs. Fake Millionaires: The Truth About Wealth, Mindset, and Fina…

Darrin is joined by financial expert Maurice Shabazz for a powerful conversation on real versus fake millionaires. The two break down how social media has distorted perceptions of wealth, the differences in mindset and behavi...

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Jan. 5, 2026

The Realities of Entrepreneurship: Challenges, Mindset, and Wearing E…

Darrin welcomes back Maurice Shabazz for an honest conversation about the real challenges of entrepreneurship. The two break down the differences between working a W-2 job and owning a business, the many hats solo entrepreneu...

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Jan. 1, 2026

Untitled EpisoCredit, Investing, and Building Wealth: A Conversation …

Darrin sits down with Colombian American entrepreneur and investor Jimmy Rios for an in-depth conversation on debt, credit, investing, and building wealth. The two discuss personal and business credit, market investing, “alb...

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Dec. 8, 2025

Investing for Beginners (Part 2): Strategies, Risk, and Smart Decisio…

In this continuation of their beginner investing series, Darrin and financial expert Maurice Shabazz dive deeper into the strategies and decision-making skills every new investor needs to build long-term wealth. Picking up ex...

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Dec. 1, 2025

Investing for Beginners: A Simple Guide to Getting Started (with Maur…

Episode Summary In this episode, Darrin reunites with financial expert Maurice Shabazz to create a clear, simple, and realistic beginner’s guide to investing in 2025. The two break down exactly what someone needs to have in p...

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Nov. 24, 2025

A Guide to Navigating Disability: Preparing, Adapting, and Re-Enterin…

In this deeply personal and informative solo episode, Darrin offers a practical, compassionate A-to-Z guide for navigating the journey of becoming disabled — whether you’re preparing for the possibility, recently disabled, or...

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Nov. 17, 2025

The Disability Tax: Financial Realities of Living with a Disability (…

In this deeply personal and informative episode, Darrin sits down with financial expert Maurice Shabazz to unpack the concept of “The Disability Tax” — the financial burden that often falls on individuals living with disabili...

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Nov. 7, 2025

Building Business Credit: How to Fund and Grow Your Business (with Ma…

In this episode, Darrin teams up once again with financial expert Maurice Shabazz for a full breakdown of business credit — what it is, how it works, and how to build it from the ground up. The two explain how business credit...

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Nov. 3, 2025

Mastering Credit: How to Understand, Improve, and Repair Your Credit …

In this episode, Darrin teams up once again with financial expert Maurice Shabazz for a deep dive into one of the most important topics in personal finance — credit. Together, the two break down how credit works, what the cre...

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Oct. 22, 2025

Habits That Stand the Test of Time: More Money Talk with Liam Foley

I n this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Darrin welcomes back Liam Foley for another thoughtful discussion about financial habits, life lessons, and generational perspectives on money. Liam asks Darrin what he would tea...

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Oct. 14, 2025

Money Habits the Financially Free Practice: Mindsets & Habits that Bu…

In this inspiring solo episode, Darrin explores the mindset-based money habits that financially free people live by. True financial freedom isn’t just about numbers — it’s about how you think, act, and stay consistent with yo...

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Oct. 14, 2025

Money Habits That Keep People Broke (with Maurice Shabazz)

n this honest and eye-opening discussion, Darrin welcomes back financial expert Maurice Shabazz to talk about the money habits that keep people broke. Drawing from their years of experience coaching clients, the two break dow...

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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

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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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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