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Summer solstice might still be a month away, but spiritually, summer starts this weekend. We’re prepping accordingly: smarter habits, slower mornings, summer travel planning, and picks that make the season feel a little more intentional.
Hot Girl (Fiscal) Summer
From investing advice to career strategy to honest conversations about building wealth, these podcasts are hosted by women who are making finance feel more accessible, empowering, and yes, more FUN.
Financial Tea with Mrs. Dow Jones
Haley Sacks promises you’ll leave wiser, hotter, and maybe even a little richer each episode. Her new book, Future Rich Person, which we feel comfortable declaring the most fun financial guide ever written, is out now!
Brown Ambition with Mandi Money
Mandi Woodruff’s twice-weekly pod is helping listeners unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing, and making smart career choices on their own terms.
Financial Feminist
Investing expert Tori Dunlap guides listeners on how to make more, spend less, and feel financially confident in a patriarchal world.
How To Recapture That Endless Summer Feeling
Together with ThriftBooks
What if the secret to a slower, more restorative summer isn’t a wellness hack, but a good book? A new survey from ThriftBooks found that 76% of readers say reading makes summer feel slower and more meaningful, even though many of us struggle to justify reading purely for pleasure. If you miss that endless-summer feeling from childhood, reading this blog post might be the easiest way to start bringing a little of it back.
Trailer of the Day
Who’s With Me?
W. Kamau Bell brings his signature mix of humor, curiosity, and honesty to conversations with people he deeply admires—all centered around one big question: How can we make the world a better place? His new podcast premieres May 27.
Plan a Summer Reset
Together with Inside Hotels
The Pines Resort
The Vibe: Lakefront adventure
The Location: Bass Lake, California
Instaworthy Activities:
Tucked in the Sierra National Forest near Yosemite National Park, The Pines Resort is the only lakeside resort in the Yosemite area, offering a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Stay in cozy chalets, spacious suites overlooking Bass Lake, private cabins, or luxurious rental homes. Enjoy dining with a view at Ducey’s on the Lake, unwind in the outdoor hot tub, or explore the resort’s private beach and year-round activities. Whether it’s a family getaway, romantic retreat, or weekend by the water, The Pines Resort turns every visit into an unforgettable adventure.
Page-Turning Lakeside Reads
If a lakeside resort vacation isn’t in the cards just yet, these are the next best thing. From page-turning thrillers to swoon-worthy romance, these lake reads transport you.