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What is Long Story $hort?

Long Story $hort is a podcast about debt: how it happens, what it does to us, and how we can move past it.

By sharing stories and insights from financial experts and real people who have overcome debt, we hope to begin breaking down the stigma surrounding debt, and in turn making it easier for people to get the care and support they need and deserve.

If you're navigating your own debt story, have an interest in personal finance, or simply like listening to people sharing their wins, we hope you'll subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes.

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Season 5

Episode 11: Financial Challenges for Veterans: The Role of Soldier On in Veteran Support
Episode 10: Opportunity Knocks: Empowering Lives through Financial Edutainment
Episode 9: From Aviation Queen to The Points Guy
Episode 8: The Enemy of Healthy Money Habits
Episode 7: 3 Steps to Beating Debt Stress
Episode 6: “I Was Relying on My Credit Cards,” but Now She’s in Control!
Episode 5: Free from Domestic Violence and Financial Abuse
Episode 4: Budgeting Away Lifestyle Creep (For Good!)
Episode 3: Living Debt-Free Opens New Doors
Episode 2: Breaking the Poverty Mindset
Episode 1: The Superpower of Community in Financial Recovery

Season 4

Episode 12: Empowering Military Families: Financial Education and Debt Solutions with USAAEF
Episode 11: AFSA Education Foundation’s MoneySKILL®: Free, Flexible Financial Education for Everyone
Episode 10: FICO Scores Explained: Essential Information from Elaine Cozart
Episode 9: Paying Off $100,000 in Four Years: How MMI Helped Ian Achieve His Financial Goals
Episode 8: Strategies for Overcoming Debt and Achieving Homeownership
Episode 7: From Job Loss to Debt Freedom
Episode 6: The Path to Debt-Free Living: Rachel's Triumph over $28,000 Debt
Episode 5: Pandemic House Woes to Debt-Free Triumph
Episode 4: A Multipreneur's Debt Payoff Triumph
Episode 3: Practical Tips to Pay Off $25K in Debt
Episode 2: From $32K Debt to Over 800 Credit Score: Jessica's Financial Journey
Episode 1: From Debt Nightmare to Financial Freedom: Nick’s $24K Payoff Journey with MMI

Season 3

Episode 12: Season 3 Wrap Up With MMI Staff
Episode 11: Everything You Need to Know About Student Loans
Episode 10: Being in Debt While Earning Six Figures
Episode 9: Why You Should Tackle Your Debt as Soon as Possible
Episode 8: Navigating Life and Debt on a Tight Budget
Episode 7: Navigating Debt With an Unpredictable Income
Episode 6: The Importance of Educating the Next Generation About Debt
Episode 5: How MMI Can Help You Negotiate With Your Creditors
Episode 4: Living Within Your Means to Repay Debt
Episode 3: Falling into Debt When Building a Home
Episode 2: Financial Freedom Means Not Feeling Ashamed Anymore
Episode 1: Working with MMI to Avoid Filing for Bankruptcy

Season 2

Episode 12: Mechanics of a Debt Management Plan
Episode 11: When Chasing Your Dream Career Means Falling into Debt
Episode 10: How Behavior Builds Wealth
Episode 9: Sharing the Care and Compassion of an MMI Counselor
Episode 8: How Home Repairs Left Ilia in Over Her Head
Episode 7: How MMI Taught Mike to Use Credit Wisely
Episode 6: When Paige Was Overwhelmed, MMI Was Her Advocate
Episode 5: How Annette Redefined Her Relationship with Money
Episode 4: How Credit Counselors Served as a Guiding Light
Episode 3: Making Necessary Sacrifices to Get to Her Dream Life
Episode 2: How Dollar For is Helping People Crush Medical Debt
Episode 1: How MMI Helped Jarred Tackle Unexpected Medical Debt

Season 1

Episode 12: The Money Taboo
Episode 11: Celebrating the Act of Showing Up for Yourself
Episode 10: Making a Comeback with Military Reconnect
Episode 9: Putting His Needs Before His Wants
Episode 8: Going from "Just Making It" to "Owning It"
Episode 7: Struggling with Debt? You're Not Alone
Episode 6: Removing the Burden of Debt and Stress from Life
Episode 5: Freedom from Debt Means Being Able to Think About the Future
Episode 4: Recognizing the Difference Between Want and Need
Episode 3: Moving from Passivity to Action to Overcome Debt
Episode 2: How Emotional Wellbeing is Tied to Financial Health
Episode 1: Getting Out of Credit Card Debt Starts with Asking for Help
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