Episode 172: Let’s Get Financially Lit with Jannese Torres from Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast

Today's episode features one of our absolute favorite humans, Jannese Torres from Yo Quiero Dinero. Jannese joins us to share about the release of her new book, Financially Lit. Financially Lit is the culmination of the past few years of work for Jannese and the book is here to help lift up other Latinas to find their power and pursue wealth. Jannese has written a book in an authentic voice for readers to find themself in her story and see how financial education can no longer be withheld from this rising community. You’ll hear some plans with a book tour, but stick around so you can find exactly how we’ll be giving away some copies of the book to listeners!   In this episode, we chat about: Representation in personal finance media Authenticity as an author and creator Inspiring the next generation of Latina wealth builders!   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 79 of Price of Avocado Toast www.financiallylitbook.com CONNECT WITH TODAY’S GUEST:  Jannese Torres is an award-winning Latina Money Expert. She became an accidental entrepreneur after a job loss led her to create a successful Latin food blog, Delish D’Lites. Now, she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom. Jannese is on a mission to educate marginalized communities on topics like entrepreneurship, investing, and financial independence through her personal finance podcast, “Yo Quiero Dinero.” Her new book, Financially Lit!, is available today on large sites online and indie bookstores around the country.  Launched in 2019, Yo Quiero Dinero® is an award-winning personal finance podcast for Latinas and people of color. The Yo Quiero Dinero® Podcast educates and empowers listeners on personal finance topics like entrepreneurship, financial independence, building generational wealth, investing and money mindset through guest interviews & solo episodes. The Yo Quiero Dinero® Podcast goal is to de-stigmatize money as a taboo topic in the Latinx & BIPOC communities and make personal finance fun, relevant and relatable. The podcast has come to be known as "the swaggiest personal finance podcast". This Top 100 podcast with more than 1 million downloads and counting is available on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube & IHeartRadio. New weekly episodes premiere on Mondays.    Instagram  Pinterest YouTube Twitter Tiktok LinkedIn     ABOUT PRICE OF AVOCADO TOAST: Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple.  They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU!  Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget! FIND HALEY AND JUSTIN ONLINE + SOCIAL MEDIA HERE: priceofavocadotoast.com Price of Avocado Toast Instagram Price of Avocado Toast Twitter Price of Avocado Toast Threads Price of Avocado Toast on TikTok Price of Avocado Toast Facebook Join the Price of Avocado Toast Newsletter OTHER LINKS: Apply for 1:1 Coaching With Haley & Justin Schedule a Budget Builder call with Haley & Justin Price of Avocado Toast customizable 12 month budgeting template   RECOGNITION: Audio engineer: Garrett Davis Podcast Support: Weir Digital Marketing