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In today’s episode, we react to Forbes’ list of the email phrases that make your coworkers cringe the most! 😖We break down each one, share which phrases we’re guilty of, and end with a chaotic round of “Hire, Fire, Promote” to decide which lines deserve to stay, go, or get a promotion in your inbox.🎁 Treat yourself this season at your local Capital One Café!As a Capital One cardholder, you get 50% off handcrafted beverages every day, all year long. Sip on something festive like the Gingersnap Latte, unwind in a cozy space, and let the savings help stretch your holiday budget. 🔗 Find your nearest local Capital One Café at CapitalOne.com/local!Thanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚👂 We want to hear your two cents! Send us an email🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Wednesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on your preferred podcast platformChapters:0:50 - Watch our interviews with generations2:25 - Read the full article here3:03 - Treat yourself at Capital One Café! 3:32 - Need this ASAP5:24 - Can we chat?6:29 - Per my last email8:38 - Action Required12:34 - Following up again14:24 - Let's take this offline16:14 - Not sure if you saw this18:04 - Please advise19:15 - Friendly reminder21:40 - Circling back24:44 - Hire, Fire, Promote#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents

What if you didn’t have to sacrifice your sanity to make a solid six-figure (or near) salary?In this episode of Two Cents, we break down a list of the 12 lowest-stress jobs that pay over $70,000! ✨ It's Friendsgiving at the Capital One Café! Celebrate the season at your local Café on November 25th with seasonal sips by Verve, festive gifts for you and your besties, and all the cozy vibes you need to kick off the holidays. ☕ Get your first handcrafted beverage for free with this link! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Limited quantities, while supplies last.Resources mentioned in the episode:- 12 Low-stress jobs article- Read our Veterans' Day newsletter- O*NET- My Next Move- How This Baseball Player Became a QA Software TesterChapters:0:30 Happy Veteran's Day!2:28 Celebrate Friendsgiving on 11/25 at Capital One Café!2:51 What is a low-stress job?4:48 1. Water Resource Specialist or Engineer5:45 2. Quality Assurance (QA) Tester or Engineer9:45 3. Actuary8:43 4. Environmental Economist9:45 5. Data Scientist/Analyst12:49 6. Statistician14:32 7. Dental Hygienist17:37 8. Technical Writer19:25 9. Financial Examiner21:59 10. Sonographer25:11 11. Compliance Officer26:14 12. User Experience (UX) Researcher29:40 How to find more low-stress jobsThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚👂 Send us an email: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on your preferred podcast platform#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #lowstressjobs

Who says you can’t have a job that pays well and makes you happy?This week, we’re spotlighting the top careers that check both boxes, because life’s too short for Sunday scaries! We analyzed data from Career.io, Payscale, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to uncover the 9 happiest, best-paying jobs.Want the full list, insights from real workers, and tips to break into each field? Read the complete guide!Need a little more help finding your career happiness? Our free guides can help:- How to Get Into a Trade- How to Break Into Tech- Healthcare Career Guide- How to Start a Creative Career (or Pivot to One)Chapters:0:40 Personal updates2:20 Honorable mentions2:29 Carpenter2:59 Fitness Instructor4:53 Secretary10:38 Surgeon12:39 Anesthesiologist14:53 Data Scientist16:24 Education Administrator17:38 Physical Therapist18:53 Civil Engineer20:34 Real Estate Agent or Broker22:08 Interior Designer22:54 Firefighter26:14 How to find a job you love30:15 Watch Nicholas's interview last weekThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Send us an email: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on your preferred podcast platform#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #happiestjobs #happyjobs #jobsatisfaction

This week, we interviewed Nicholas Alston (@NicksDynasty), a Flight Attendant, who shared many excellent takeaways about misconceptions about his job, the emotional labor passengers don't see, and ways flyers can better support Flight Attendants in the sky.Interested in becoming a Flight Attendant? Learn more from Nicholas here!🦷 Thanks to this week’s sponsor, the American Dental Association! While AI is changing the job market, dentistry remains one of the most stable, hands-on careers you can pursue. It’s hard to automate the specialized skills that keep our smiles healthy, and with 80% job satisfaction and six-figure potential, dental careers are worth exploring if you love helping people and working with your hands.Whether you’re interested in becoming a dentist, hygienist, or lab tech, the ADA is the best place to start. Browse jobs, find trusted employers, and get career advice through the ADA Career Center, then check out our Dental Career Guide for education paths and salary insights ⬇️🦷 ADA Career Center🪥 Dental Career GuideChapters:0:00 Introduction and updates2:21 Explore careers in dentistry with the ADA 5:08 Nicholas's article on our website5:26 What misconceptions do flyers have about being a flight attendant?9:19 Have there been times when your safety training conflicted with passenger expectations?14:13 What do you wish flyers knew about the emotional labor of this job, and what psychological skills have you had to develop?19:43 How do Flight Attendants maintain their mental health, and how can flyers help?27:51 What should (and shouldn't) be included in Flight Attendant job descriptions?33:33 Do Flight Attendants deserve more respect and public recognition?38:53 What do you wish passengers knew about Flight Attendants before boarding?40:05 What's your biggest pet peeve as a Flight Attendant?41:55 Connect with Nicholas '@NicksDynasty' or send him an email him at nalston994@yahoo.comThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Send us an email!🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on your preferred podcast platform#salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #flightattendant #flightattendantjob #flightattendantlife #flightattendantinterview #flightattendantadvice

Welcome back to the Two Cents Podcast! This week, we're live again from the Capital One Café in Union Square in New York City!In this episode, Hannah and James, along with special guest Adam Davis, Head of Financial Health at Capital One, discuss the importance of savings.Key points covered include the startling statistic that a third of Americans cannot handle a $400 unexpected expense, underscoring the need for an emergency fund. They share practical advice on building savings, such as automating transfers, setting clear financial goals, and identifying extraneous expenses.Adam highlights Capital One's tools, such as recurring transfers and the new autopilot feature, to help with savings. Audience questions raise challenges such as saving on a tight budget, the benefits of high-yield savings accounts, and teaching children about financial literacy. Want to connect your financial behaviors to your life goals? Check out the Money & Life Program here.Want to explore Capital One Cafés and redeem a free handcrafted beverage? Use this link!Chapters:3:39 Savings can be serious (and fun)8:39 Tools Capital One offers to help with savings14:00 What makes a successful saver?16:22 What is a CD (Certificate of Deposit)?17:35 What should you look for in a savings account?18:35 How to set up a savings account for kids?21:43 How much should you save?23:10 How to become more of a saver instead of a spender?Thanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Reach out to us here🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #moneyandlifeprogram #moneyandlife #capitalonecafe

Welcome back to the Two Cents Podcast! 💚We're kicking off our season 3 premiere with live episodes filmed at the Capital One Café in Union Square in New York City!In this episode, Hannah and James, along with special guest Shaun Rowley from Capital One Café, dive deep into the Money & Life Program.The discussion covers how this program helps align personal values with financial goals through self-paced online exercises, mentor sessions, and community meetups. They also share personal experiences and success stories, highlighting the importance of a healthy and intentional relationship with money. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to reduce financial stress and improve their financial well-being!Want to connect your financial behaviors to your life goals? Check out the Money & Life Program here.Want to explore Capital One Cafés and redeem a free handcrafted beverage? Use this link!Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections00:14 Special Guest Introduction00:23 Overview of the Money & Life Program01:14 Hot Takes on Finances02:28 Detailed Breakdown of the Money & Life Program05:41 Success Stories and Personal Experiences24:36 Audience Q&A29:20 Final Thoughts and How to Get StartedThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Email us here: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #moneyandlifeprogram #moneyandlife #capitalonecafe

Want to meet us in person? Come to our free live events in Portland, OR, on September 23rd and Walnut Creek, CA, on September 24th! Save your spot at the links below:Portland, OR, 9/23: https://cvent.me/278eKGWalnut Creek, CA, 9/24: https://cvent.me/gAm4KOIt's the Season 2 finale! We'll be back with fresh new episodes on October 14th :)In this episode, Hannah and James give you a major update on their home renovations, including how much it's costing them to rent short-term (hint: it's insane), and what we think is the REAL issue with our housing crisis today.They also break down their experience as Washington Mystics season ticket holders and the unfortunate reason they won't be renewing their tickets for next season.Thanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:1:12 Season 3 updates4:30 Home renovation updates13:44 Mystics season tickets update14:28 How much do WNBA season tickets cost?16:00 WNBA players are underpaid: https://youtu.be/uDkXHtShPxA29:30 LIVE EVENTS (sign up above!)#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #shorttermrentals #housingcrisis #wnbaseasontickets

Have you ever wanted to work in the creator economy...but you don't want to be a creator yourself?Good news! There are TONS of roles within this industry that don't require front-facing videos, but rather support for existing creators.This week, Hannah and James run through 20+ different roles within the creator economy, what they are, how to find them, and how to price your services accordingly.Find creator economy jobs here 👇- Publish Press Jobs- Creator Economy Jobs- YT Jobs- RosterThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:0:27 Hack update2:33 Most in-demand creator economy jobs3:50 Sales and business development jobs10:40 Marketing and community management jobs13:00 Creative production and support17:12 Video production, audio production, graphic design, set design21:00 Writing jobs21:57 Personal assistant/virtual assistant24:25 Security jobs29:53 Operations, legal, finance, HR31:59 Engineering and product development32:53 Data analytics and insights33:57 "Out there" jobs36:00 Where do you find these jobs?37:13 How much do these jobs pay?39:40 How do you get these jobs?#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #creatoreconomy #creatoreconomyjobs #influencerjobs #videoeditingjob

So...we got hacked 😟Last week, hackers took over our official Facebook page, so we're sharing how it happened, and our lessons learned so you can protect yourself.UPDATE 8/26 We have gained back access to our Facebook page! Here's what we did and what we recommend:- Reach out to any contact you have at Meta. We had an official representative at Meta with our verified account, so we reached out immediately to them and explained the situation.- If you're not verified, apply or sign up for Meta Verified (it will help you get more immediate support)- File a Help Desk or Customer Care report- Change all your passwords, and make sure you have your backup codes savedThanks for tuning in to our podcast, Two Cents! 💚More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:00:18 The Hack: How It Happened01:13 Recognizing Red Flags03:53 The Scam Unfolds08:29 Immediate Aftermath and Realization11:37 Lessons Learned and Advice19:00 Personal Updates and Future Plans22:06 Conclusion and Sign-Off#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #cybersecurity #facebookpagehacked #hackedpage #scamawareness #dontgethacked

It's that time of year...back to school! 🚸In this week's Two Cents episode, James and Hannah discuss ways for teachers, students, and families to save money on back-to-school essentials. They share strategies for families to work together to save on costs and frustrations with broken systems, like textbook buyback programs.Need help? 🗣️ Download our free Salary Negotiation Guide🔢 Get our free Market Research Guide💵 Use our salary database to find relevant market ratesMore resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:4:20 Discounts for Teachers10:39 Discounts on bulk school supplies13:03 Strategies to save money in the school year#salarytransparentstreet #salarytransparency #paytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #backtoschool #backtoschoolsale #backtoschoolsavings #backtoschooldiscounts #studentdiscount #teacherdiscount

Grab your tea and scroll with us 👀!We’re diving into some interesting financial TikToks and giving you our two cents! From a couple charging guests to attend their wedding, to how much minimum wage should be if it kept up with the boomers, we’ve got opinions.In this episode of Two Cents, we laugh, cringe, and spill some serious financial tea on everything from wedding etiquette to teaching kids how to invest.More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:0:18 Semi's health issues2:38 Lemonade health insurance (try it here)5:33 Couple charges guests to attend their wedding12:31 Manhattan CEO shooting19:41 How much would minimum wage need to be today to match the buying power of boomers in the 1970s23:15 Girls' powerpoint night 27:34 Teaching your kids how to invest⁠⁠⁠⁠#twocentspodcast #salarytransparentstreet #twocentspod #salarytransparency #paytransparency #fintok #financialtiktoks #moneytok #moneytiktoks #talkingaboutmoney

Are you making what you’re really worth, or are you low-key being ripped off?In this episode of Two Cents, we’re breaking down exactly how to know if you’re being underpaid (and what to do about it). We’re sharing insider tips on finding your market rate, the biggest red flags that scream “you need a raise,” and how to have those tricky money conversations without tanking your career.What you’ll learn in this episode:💸 How being underpaid inspired us to create Salary Transparent Street💰 How to figure out your true market rate 🤑 Whether it’s legal to talk about your salary with coworkers🚩 Major red flags that you’re being paid less than you deserve⏭️ Action steps to take if you discover you’re underpaid🎧 Hit play to find out if your paycheck is keeping up with your worth, or if it’s time to ask for more.Need help? 🗣️ Download our free Salary Negotiation Guide🔢 Get our free Market Research Guide💵 Use our salary database to find relevant market ratesMore resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:0:46 Hannah's experience finding out she was underpaid10:53 What does being 'underpaid' mean?13:33 How do you determine your market rate?18:44 Can you legally talk about your salary?19:55 Red flags to indicate you might be underpaid24:06 Next steps if you're underpaid⁠⁠⁠⁠#twocentspodcast #salarytransparentstreet #twocentspod #salarytransparency #paytransparency #areyouunderpaid #underpaid #salarynegotiation #negotiateyoursalary #marketresearch

If you're considering quitting your 9-5 to become a full-time creator, you need to watch this!In this episode of Two Cents, we break down the rise and fall of @Hubs.Life, a viral creator who quit his job to go all-in on content creation. We use his story and our own journey to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed as a full-time influencer. 🫢 Did Hubs.Life quit too soon, and when's the right time to quit?💸 How much do creators *actually* make?⚖️ What are the hidden tradeoffs of content creation that no one talks about?Tune in to hear us get brutally honest about earnings, burnout, and what it takes to make the leap yourself!More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:0:47 Who is @Hubs.Life?2:26 Did he quit his job too soon?6:00 How much do creators realistically make?8:00 Our experience quitting our 9-5s to become full-time creators10:44 Why did we quit our jobs?15:42 What are the hidden costs and tradeoffs of being full-time creators?23:09 Should you quit your job? Use this checklist!⁠⁠⁠⁠#twocentspodcast #salarytransparentstreet #twocentspod #salarytransparency #paytransparency #fulltimecreator #hubslife #quityourjob #shouldyouquityourjob #contentcreators

Every year, thousands of workers risk their lives on the job, but are they getting paid enough for it?In this episode of Two Cents, we’re counting down the top 10 most dangerous jobs in America, ranked by mortality rate and median pay. From logging to garbage collecting, commercial fishing to construction, we’re breaking down which jobs carry the highest risk, and asking the hard questions:💸 Are these workers compensated fairly for the danger they face?🚹 Why are most of these jobs dominated by men?🛟 What can be done to make dangerous jobs safer?🎧 Hit play to find out which jobs you never knew were the most dangerous, and what it really costs to keep our communities running.More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:0:00 Intro 3:23 10. Iron & Steel Workers4:51 9. Agriculture7:26 8. Electrical Workers8:33 7. Truck Drivers9:10 Interview with Truck Driving Company Owner: https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet/video/717643568502338692311:15 6. Construction Workers13:45 5. Pilots/Flight Engineers16:38 4. Garbage Collectors18:47 3. Roofers19:05 Interview with Roofer: https://youtu.be/bAJCDvG76fk?si=qc8euJkFtun3-gQP20:47 2. Commercial Fishing and Hunting23:29 Evil Money - Deep Water Horizon24:11 1. Logging Worker25:43 Are these jobs paid enough, considering the risk?29:53 Why do men dominate these jobs?31:33 What things can workers do to be safer at their jobs?⁠⁠⁠⁠#twocentspodcast #salarytransparentstreet #twocentspod #howmuchdoyoumake #salarytransparency #paytransparency #mostdangerousjobs #dangerousjobs #tradejobs

We have major business and personal news to share! Tune in to hear more about our experience making the TIME100 Creators list, updates about this podcast's sponsor, our home renovation plans, and our ill-fated trip to Philadelphia to interview workers on strike. More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters:0:00 Introduction0:35 TIME100 Creators1:50 Capital One Cafe announcement2:19 Redeem a complimentary beverage at any Capital One Café using our link ☕2:40 House renovation update14:26 Pet updates17:49 Try Lemonade! 18:34 Travel updates25:00 DC33 strike39:00 Share your two cents! What would you like us to cover next?⁠⁠⁠⁠#twocentspodcast #salarytransparentstreet #twocentspod #howmuchdoyoumake #salarytransparency #paytransparency

What are the fastest-growing (and highest-paying) jobs of 2025?In this episode, we break down the fastest-growing jobs of 2025, and spoiler alert: many of them pay six figures. From renewable energy to healthcare and tech, these roles are in high demand and come with serious earning potential! We go job by job through the latest data and salary insights, share real worker interviews, and even debate whether high-paid executives should be expected to work 24/7. Plus, we end with a juicy "Am I The A**hole" story about a wife saying nope to her husband quitting his job.More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocentsChapters: Fastest Growing Jobs of 20250:53 Fastest-growing job of 20202:14 Fastest-growing jobs of 20194:34 Solar Photovoltaic Installer - 48% growth rate, $51,860/year median annual pay6:51 Wind Turbine Service Technician - 60% growth rate 2023-2033, $62K/year median annual pay8:31 Physical Therapist Assistant - 25% growth rate, $65,510/year median annual pay8:48 Fastest Growing Jobs Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLh9f6VR0qY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==11:29 Medical and Health Service Manager - 29% growth rate, $118K/median annual pay12:49 Nurse Practitioners - 46% growth rate, $126-129k/year median annual pay13:36 Interview with Monica the NP: https://youtube.com/shorts/ISOulXoJ3Xs?si=UGLkZx02m-AYVmyC14:05 Physician Assistant - 28% growth rate, $133K/year median annual pay14:20 Interview with Physician Assistant: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-S1fb4R5sM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==16:14 Data Scientist - 36% growth rate, $112K/year median annual pay16:39 Information Security Analyst - 33% growth rate, $124,910/year median annual pay22:44 Computer and Information Research Scientists - 26% growth rate, $141K/year median annual pay23:46 Physicians - $200K+/year median annual pay24:35 Physician Pay Compilation: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIHNItvRHJ2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==25:29 AI/FinTech Engineers and Big Tech Specialists - $100K+/year median annual pay27:30 Cybersecurity Experts and Tech Managers (CISOs) - $160K-200K/year median annual pay29:02 What are your two cents? Should CEOs and C-Suite executives be on call 24/7? What are the work expectations of a high-paid, high-power role?31:17 AITA for saying my husband can't quit his job?#salarytransparentstreet #paytransparency #salarytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #twocentsbysalarytransparentstreet #fastestgrowingjobs #highestpayingjobs #bestjobs2025 #bestjobs

Ever wondered what Love Island contestants actually earn, and how much it costs to be on the show?In this episode, Hannah and James break down how much each Season 7 Islander makes, different ways businesses are profiting off the craze, and whether Love Island is the ultimate dating show or a modern career accelerator. This episode has all the tea on Love Island’s economics! Plus, we answer the big question: would we quit our jobs to join the villa? 👀 Let us know your two cents in the comments!More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://bio.site/twocents⏱️ Chapters:0:18 Is clout the new currency?0:37 Our Love Island origin story2:00 What is Love Island?4:18 Contestant earnings revealed5:44-25:44 How much each Islander makes (students, models, influencers & more)29:06 The risks of going on Love Island33:08 The real cost of appearing37:02 Ariana Madix’s paycheck38:48 How regular people can cash in on the Love Island craze43:17 Is it about love or leverage?46:25 Dating show or career accelerator?48:35 Would you go on Love Island?51:44 Would you quit your job for it#salarytransparentstreet #paytransparency #salarytransparency #twocentspodcast #twocents #twocentsbysalarytransparentstreet #loveisland #economicsofloveisland #loveislandcontestants #loveislandjobs

Thanks to our sponsor, Capital One Café! Want to try a free handcrafted beverage at the Café? It's on us! Redeem a complimentary beverage at any Capital One Café using our link here ☕NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Limited quantities. Food and beverages provided by third party.What are Labubus, and why are grown adults spending (and making 👀) thousands on them?In this episode, we break down the Labubu economy: how these tiny collectibles have become a global obsession, what they sell for, and why some say they’re a sign of a looming recession.From custom accessories to tattoos and even press-on nails, we explore the bizarre and booming ways people are cashing in on their Labubus!If you’ve ever thought, “Wait…can this thing make me money?”, then this one’s for you. Tune in to learn more!COMMUNITY QUESTION: Are Labubus cute or creepy? Let us know your two cents in the poll and comments!More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:0:00 Teaser1:08 Capital One Cafe Free Drink1:23 What are Labubus?6:20 How much has Pop Mart made from Labubus?9:35 Jobs Labubus have helped create20:20 Unboxing our Labubu24:01 Interview w/ Labubu Nail Artist, @NailedByHazel#salarytransparentstreet #paytransparency #salarytransparency #moneyinrelationships #twocentspodcast #twocents #twocentsbysalarytransparentstreet #labubus #labubueconomy #labubusidehustle #labubuunboxing #labubuprice #labubuclothes #labubutattoo #labubunails #labubugrill

Thanks to our sponsor, Capital One Café, and everyone who attended our LIVE event at the Capital One Café in Union Square!Want to try any handcrafted beverage at the Café? You can redeem a complimentary beverage at any Capital One Café using our link here! ☕NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Limited quantities. Food and beverages provided by third party.Lifestyle creep is real, and it’s keeping a lot of us broke. In this LIVE episode of Two Cents, Hannah and James dive into why consumer culture and social media are pushing so many people to spend beyond their means, even when their income goes up. We debate whether engagement rings are a scam (spoiler: De Beers has been playing us since the 1930s), break down why luxury brands target the middle class, and share actionable tips to fight lifestyle creep without feeling miserable. Plus, we react to a juicy "Am I The Jerk?" story about splitting rent when one partner makes significantly more. Tune in for more, and let us know your two cents in the comments!More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here 🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:0:00 Introduction1:46 LIVE from the Capital One Cafe in NYC!2:07 Free Drink Link2:20 Are engagement/wedding rings a scam?6:45 Is keeping up with the Joneses keeping us broke? 12:51 How to fight luxury creep22:34 AITA for wanting my SO to pay more for rent, even though I make more?37:28 Audience Q&A#salarytransparentstreet #paytransparency #salarytransparency #moneyinrelationships #twocentspodcast #twocents #twocentsbysalarytransparentstreet #moneytalks #aita #lifestylecreep #lifestylechange #paychecktopaycheck #engagementringcost

Thanks to our sponsor, Capital One Café, and everyone who attended our LIVE event at the Capital One Café in Washington, DC!Want to try the Daybreaker blend or any handcrafted beverage? You can redeem a complimentary beverage at your local Capital One Café using our link ☕NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Limited quantities. Food and beverages provided by third party.In this episode of Two Cents, Hannah and James break down their own approach to discussing pay and salaries in their relationship, and how they've navigated splitting expenses over time.Tune in to find out when you should learn about your partner's finances, if splitting the bill is 'lazy' or 'equal', and much more from our LIVE audience!More resources:👂 Got a story you want us to react to? Submit it here for a future episode: twocents@salarytransparentstreet.com🔔 Subscribe for new Two Cents episodes every Tuesday👥 Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twocents.sts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple PodcastsChapters:0:00 Introduction0:42 Capital One Café Daybreaker Blend (redeem drink using link above)1:25 Icebreaker: Is splitting the bill lazy or equal?9:01 How much should you know about your partner's finances?13:33 Should you know your partner's salary, and when?23:55 Am I the jerk for asking my lower-salary boyfriend to pay half the rent?34:48 Should contributions be proportional to income?36:51 How do financial contributions reflect commitment in a relationship?#salarytransparentstreet #paytransparency #salarytransparency #moneyinrelationships #twocentspodcast #twocents #twocentsbysalarytransparentstreet #moneytalks #aita #splittingbills #splittingfinances