How We Blew $600K & The Hard Lessons We Learned From It with Price of Avocado Toast

Ed interviews Justin and Hailey Brown-Woods, the dynamic couple behind the 'Price of Avocado Toast' podcast and financial coaching business. The Brown-Woods share their personal journey from receiving a $600,000 wrongful death settlement to blowing through the money and accruing $220,000 in debt, and how they turned their financial hardships into a mission to help others. They discuss the origins of their podcast name, the impact of their similar humble upbringings, and their transformation through effective communication about money. They also delve into their unique approaches to financial counseling and education, emphasizing the importance of dreaming big, staying present, and de-stigmatizing money conversations. The episode provides valuable insights into how couples can navigate financial struggles, improve their financial health, and build a strong, supportive relationship. Key Timestamps: (00:00) - The Origin of 'Price of Avocado Toast' (04:17) - The Pumpkin Muffin Story (05:39) - Blowing Through $600,000 (10:15) - Destigmatizing Money Conversations (14:38) - Healthy Communication Practices (19:55) - Managing Sensitivity in Relationships (24:16) - Redefining Masculinity and Vulnerability (29:07) - Supporting Each Other's Growth (34:28) - Evolving Financial Coaching Practices (37:03) - Balancing Dreams and Reality Key Topics Discussed: Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples Mentions: Website: https://www.priceofavocadotoast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priceofavocadotoast Mentions: Happy Money Happy Life by Jason Vitug More of Healthy Love & Money: Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/ Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/ Contact me at ed@healthyloveandmoney.com Healthy Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.