Financial scaries: Listener money stories that'll give you goosebumps / 46 episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 30 MIN

Financial scaries: Listener money stories that'll give you goosebumps / 46

from The Finance Girlies · host Emily Batdorf & Cassidy Horton

It's dark. The candles are flickering, and you're about to hear some truly haunting tales. Not ghost stories, but money stories that will send shivers down your financial spine. From credit card curses to haunted house expenses, this episode is all about the scary side of money — and what we can learn from these frightening experiences.We asked our community to share their most terrifying financial moments, and wow, did they deliver. Think confessions of hidden debt, risky investment advice, and money conversations so scary they'll make your wallet tremble. Grab your favorite cozy blanket, dim the lights, and get ready to listen in on some truly spooky money moments.✨ Episode Highlights ✨[7:00] Emily and Cassidy’s recent money mistakes [10:00] Bad investing advice that led to a missed opportunity[17:00] The scariest money conversations, including negotiating and feeling vulnerable[24:00] A listener's $14,000 credit card debt confession and PowerPoint presentation[29:00] The emotional burden of financial mistakes and shame[33:00] Lessons learned from lending money to an ex-partner[36:00] Financial risks that ended up being totally worth it[40:00] A first-time homeowner's unexpected expenses and financial fears📩 Get The Finance Girlies newsletter: https://www.thefinancegirlies.com/newsletter💻Visit The Finance Girlies website: https://www.thefinancegirlies.com/💖Email us your money questions: [email protected]📸Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thefinancegirlies/

It's dark. The candles are flickering, and you're about to hear some truly haunting tales. Not ghost stories, but money stories that will send shivers down your financial spine. From credit card curses to haunted house expenses, this episode is all about the scary side of money — and what we can learn from these frightening experiences. We asked our community to share their most terrifying financial moments, and wow, did they deliver. Think confessions of hidden debt, risky investment advice,...

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