Meadowsweet Money Podcast

Hosted by Mimi Cirbusova

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Tune in with Mimi Cirbusova, a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) and shame-free money mentor, to learn how to fix your finances without losing your humanity. Mimi combines the basics of financial literacy with the deeper mindsets, emotions, and values guiding it all. This podcast for anyone that is tired of feeling queasy every time they look at their bank accounts, worries that a budget will lead to a boring life, and is tired of the typical financial “talking heads” that make you feel shame and guilt about the occasional latte.

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July 7, 2026Episode 1021 min

What's Musk got to do with it?

What's going on with Elon Musk, SpaceX, and your retirement? Mimi dives beyond the headlines to break down what's going on with your 401k and billionaire's IPO. Mentioned in this episode: "You can ignore AI giants like SpaceX, but your 401(k) won't" (AP News): https://tinyurl.com/4tnzw4ra "Retirement savers may own SpaceX or soon will - and not even know it" (CNBC): https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/18/spacex-stock-401k-retirement-portfolio.html The John C. Bogle Center for Financial Literacy (Boglehead Principles): https://boglecenter.net/

June 23, 2026Episode 915 min

I'm all about that base(line)

Mimi shares why knowing your baseline number is vital to making better financial choices, how to figure that out, and what to do with it once you do. Mentioned in this episode: Permission to stay cool (Substack) Support this podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney

June 10, 2026Episode 810 min

Is it cringe to be good with money? (Mini-episode)

What does it mean to be good with money? And does that make us cringe? Mentioned in this episode: Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman ( Bookshop.org ) Healthy Financial Habits Checklist ( MeadowsweetMoney.com ) Support this podcast and get extra perks by becoming a Patron! patreon.com/meadowsweetmoney

May 26, 2026Episode 718 min

How to Stop Regrettable Spending

Do you make purchases that you later regret? Mimi shares tips to stop the cycle of shame and guilt around your unplanned spending so you can have more money for the stuff you love...all without self-deprivation! Love this show? Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney

April 28, 2026Episode 620 min

Are you having any fun?

Musings on getting clearer on our happiness, so you can spend more money on it. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney

April 14, 2026Episode 512 min

How to prepare for rising prices at the grocery store (mini episode)

In today's mini-episode, Mimi shares some quick times to save money on your grocery bill and prepare for food supply uncertainty. Mentioned in this episode: Prevent food waste: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/preventing-wasted-food-home Guide to understanding expiration dates: https://www.fcs.uga.edu/news/story/best-by-vs-sell-by-uga-food-safety-expert-explains-expiration-dates Support this show by becoming a Patron! patreon.com/meadowsweetmoney

March 17, 2026Episode 418 min

A collective tarot reading for uncertain times

Mimi does a collective tarot reading to help us navigate the uncertain times we're facing. Follow Mimi on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney

March 3, 2026Episode 319 min

The limits of money mindsets

Money mindsets are powerful, but they can't fix all your problems. In today's episode, Mimi shares why you can't just "heal your scarcity mindset" out of all your financial woes. Follow Mimi on Instagram ( @meadowsweetmoney ) or Substack: https://substack.com/@mimicirbusova

February 3, 2026Episode 219 min

What financial literacy actually means (mini-episode)

What does it mean to be financially literate? Mimi breaks down the seven skills of financial literacy so you can become savvier with your money. Mentioned in this episode: Support this show by becoming a Patreon member! http://patreon.com/meadowsweetmoney Learn how tax brackets work (Two Cents -- Youtube): https://youtu.be/6cRg9bnSnvg?si=yiZV34Xe9otvXx3a Follow Mimi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meadowsweetmoney/

January 20, 2026Episode 125 min

My Financial More and Less List for 2026

Mimi shares where she's focusing more and less of her spending in 2026, and how the Wheel of Fortune card impacts the collective energy this year. Follow on Instagram: @meadowsweetmoney Support this show by becoming a Patron! patreon.com/meadowsweetmoney Mentioned in this episode: Go analog and try a No Scroll month: https://substack.com/home/post/p-178497456 Join the Money & The Artists Way series: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1874206?view=expanded Follow Mimi's journey to getting her first book published: @mimicirbusova For more, visit meadowsweetmoney.com