Money Is Emotional

Money Is Emotional

Welcome to the Money is Emotional Podcast with Christine Luken, The Financial Dignity® Coach. In this podcast, we help you recover a positive and peaceful relationship with your personal finances. We do this by bringing together wise money management with emotional intelligence. Join us for this journey where we navigate our relationship with money as Christine Luken draws from years of experience and guest experts to help you get to the root of your money issues.

Episodes

November 5, 2025 22 mins
On this episode, host Christine Luken discusses the challenges of emotional spending during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of awareness and strategies to manage finances while navigating complex emotions. Christine gets to the heart of why we overspend, how to recognize emotional triggers, and—most importantly—actionable ways to enjoy the holidays without regret. Drawing from …

Read More

On this episode, Christine Luken breaks down the concept of “conscious capitalism” which is a way of doing business that’s about more than just profit. It’s about paying people well, choosing vendors with values, and using your financial power to uplift others (including Mother Earth). Christine shares stories from her own journey and offers actionable …

Read More Read More

On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with guest Shannon Villalba, founder of Heartsong Legal and a true innovator in the world of trademarks, copyright, and business strategy. Shannon isn’t your typical IP attorney, she’s a digital artist, a legal strategist, and someone who truly understands what it …

Read More Read More

Mark as Played
September 24, 2025 49 mins
Maybe you’re building a family legacy, planning for succession, or suddenly find yourself grappling with the weight of a financial windfall. Whatever your story, one thing is clear: wealth isn’t just a spreadsheet, it’s deeply personal. This episode of Money is Emotional podcast features Marina Pearson as she and host Christine Luken dig into something …

Read More Read More

September 9, 2025 33 mins
On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken tackles a timely question: Will AI Replace Financial Coaches? The answer might surprise you, yes and no. Discover why a human touch remains vital in your financial journey, especially during stressful or complex situations. Christine shares personal stories, explores the limitations of AI when …

Read More Read...

Mark as Played
August 20, 2025 26 mins
Are you still trying to make traditional budgeting work for you even though your income and expenses are anything but predictable? Many of us were taught to use “static” budgets, but for professionals with variable income and complex finances, this old-school approach often leads to stress, guilt, and missed opportunities. On this episode of Money …

Read More Read More

Mark as Played
On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, we explored how crystals can enhance your mindset and support your financial journey. While they aren’t a substitute for solid money management, crystals like Citrine, Pyrite, Green Aventurine, Sunstone, and Fluorite can help boost your confidence, focus, and abundance mindset. Remember, your prosperity starts with smart decisions—and …

Read More Read more

On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, Christine Luken and Mark Dolfini discuss the concept of time wealth, emphasizing its importance for entrepreneurs. Mark shares his journey from feeling overwhelmed in his business to creating a framework that enables better time management and personal fulfillment. They delve into the Viper framework, which includes …

Read More...

Mark as Played
On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken, the acclaimed financial dignity coach, explores her top three emotional money tools to help you make smarter financial decisions and grow your wealth . Christine shared why emotionally charged savings matter, how processing your emotions can help you spend less, and the power …

Read More Read More

Mark as Played
On this episode of The Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with Akash Kanojia, finance professor at UT Austin and a former Wall Street bond investor with over 15 years of experience at institutions like McKinsey and the Federal Reserve. Together, they tackle one of the toughest challenges for high-achieving professionals: how …

Read More Read More

Mark as Played
June 4, 2025 33 mins
On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, Christine Luken explores the intricate relationship between money and happiness. She emphasizes that while money can support happiness, it is not the source of it. The conversation delves into the concept of the income plateau, where happiness levels off after a certain income point. Christine encourages …

Read More Read More<...

Mark as Played
On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with cybersecurity expert Dave Hatter to unpack the latest tricks scammers are using to target individuals and businesses. They discuss the evolution of scams, the role of social engineering, and the necessity of cybersecurity awareness. Dave shares insights on common scams, …

Read More Read More...

Mark as Played
On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down sits down with renowned Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Financial Counselor® Tania Brown to tackle the emotional rollercoaster and financial realities of leaving traditional employment and building your own business. You’ll hear about Tania’s own journey from executive life to entrepreneurship (hint: …

Read More

April 16, 2025 35 mins
On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken, the acclaimed financial dignity coach, dives deep into the often uncomfortable topic of “Overcoming Money Shame.” Using insights from Brene Brown’s “Atlas of the Heart,” Christine unpacks heavy emotions like shame, guilt, and perfectionism—showing how they manifest specifically in our financial lives. She …

Read More Read more

On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken delves into the intricacies of family wealth transfer with  Paul Deloughery, an experienced estate planning and probate litigation attorney with over 25 years of experience. Paul shares insights from his own journey, highlighting the importance of seeing your family as a championship team with …

Read More ...

Mark as Played
On this engaging episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken chat with Tammy Tyree, an award-winning author and clinical hypnotherapist. Together, they explore the fascinating world of hypnosis and how it can dissolve deep-seated money blocks. Tammy shares her journey into hypnotherapy and reveals how this powerful tool works to replace old, limiting beliefs with empowering …

Read More Read more

February 19, 2025 37 mins
If we know that comparison has the tendency to make us feel bad, why do we do it? Let’s unpack it together. On this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christian Luken revisits one of her favorite books called Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown. She shares insights on comparison, envy, and contentment and how they …

Read More Read More

Mark as Played
What does it feel like to give back and still thrive financially? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken chats with Derrick Kinney, author of the bestseller “Good Money Revolution.” Derrick’s journey from running a top financial advisory firm to spearheading a movement where money meets meaning is both inspiring and revolutionary. Discover why …

Read More Re...

Mark as Played
What happens when grief, trauma, and money intertwine? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes special guest DonJay Rice, a certified financial behavior specialist, to explore how life’s trials can impact our relationship with money.  DonJay shares his deeply personal journey from childhood poverty and trauma to financial enlightenment. Together, let’s learn how …

Read More


Popular Podcasts

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Ruthie's Table 4

    For more than 30 years The River Cafe in London, has been the home-from-home of artists, architects, designers, actors, collectors, writers, activists, and politicians. Michael Caine, Glenn Close, JJ Abrams, Steve McQueen, Victoria and David Beckham, and Lily Allen, are just some of the people who love to call The River Cafe home. On River Cafe Table 4, Rogers sits down with her customers—who have become friends—to talk about food memories. Table 4 explores how food impacts every aspect of our lives. “Foods is politics, food is cultural, food is how you express love, food is about your heritage, it defines who you and who you want to be,” says Rogers. Each week, Rogers invites her guest to reminisce about family suppers and first dates, what they cook, how they eat when performing, the restaurants they choose, and what food they seek when they need comfort. And to punctuate each episode of Table 4, guests such as Ralph Fiennes, Emily Blunt, and Alfonso Cuarón, read their favourite recipe from one of the best-selling River Cafe cookbooks. Table 4 itself, is situated near The River Cafe’s open kitchen, close to the bright pink wood-fired oven and next to the glossy yellow pass, where Ruthie oversees the restaurant. You are invited to take a seat at this intimate table and join the conversation. For more information, recipes, and ingredients, go to https://shoptherivercafe.co.uk/ Web: https://rivercafe.co.uk/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/therivercafelondon/ Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/therivercafelondon/ For more podcasts from iHeartRadio, visit the iheartradio app, apple podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.