Trading Secrets

his week, Jason is joined by board-certified veterinary internal medicine specialist, former professional dancer, and viral social media sensation Dr. Nicole Fein! From performing with the Radio City Rockettes at just 11 years old to pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, Dr. Nicole's journey has been anything but traditional. After earning her dance degree from Loyola Marymount University, she returned to school to complete the prerequisites for veterinary medicine before spending years in veterinary school, internships, and residency. With more than $300,000 in potential student debt facing new veterinarians and starting salaries averaging around $125,000 to $130,000, Dr. Nicole breaks down the financial realities of the profession, why veterinary care has become so expensive, and how emergency pet bills can quickly climb to $20,000 or more. Dr. Nicole reveals how a simple decision to wear a microphone during veterinary appointments completely transformed her career. In December, she had just 30,000 social media followers. By New Year's Day, she had 250,000, and by April, she had reached one million. What started as authentic, behind-the-scenes videos of her interactions with animals quickly became a full-fledged business. She shares how her first brand deals paid just $1,500 per video, how she went on to earn the equivalent of an entire year's salary as a veterinary specialist in just two months, and why she's now focusing on long-term equity partnerships instead of traditional sponsorships. She also discusses becoming Chief Veterinary Officer of Kaley Cuoco's pet wellness company, Oh Norman!, and why she accepted an entirely equity-based compensation structure. Beyond the business of veterinary medicine and social media, Dr. Nicole gets personal about her financial journey following divorce. After allowing her former husband to manage their finances, she found herself starting over with no savings and unexpected tax debt she hadn't known existed. She shares how the experience changed her relationship with money, why financial transparency is essential in relationships, and the lessons she wishes she had learned before getting married. Plus, she reveals the biggest mistakes pet owners make, whether pet insurance is worth the cost, the truth about raw food diets and supplements, and how to navigate some of the most difficult decisions pet owners will ever face. Dr. Nicole reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick Audio: John Gurney Video: Marc Colcer Guest: Dr. Nicole Fein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Tartick and The Curious Canadian, David Ardouin, start November with a packed 30 Minute Thursday. Jason recaps a busy Halloween week, from Remi Bader’s Halloween party to his third Heidi Klum party (yes, the Austin Powers costume comes up). They talk about how Nerds Gummy Clusters grew the Nerds brand from about $50M in sales in 2019 to more than $869M by the end of 2024. The guys break down this week’s live episode with Remi Bader, including her advice to stay authentic and do it for you. David explains why teenagers practically live on Snapchat. Then they turn to the midterms in true Trading Secrets fashion: no politics, just your wallet. They go through what voters said in exit polls about the economy, grocery and gas prices, and personal finances, plus a quick explainer on how the House and Senate work. Jason also shares a stat worth knowing: the S&P 500 has been higher 12 months after every midterm since 1950, 19 for 19, with an average gain of 15.1%. Pop culture rounds it out with Martha Stewart’s Halloween costume backlash, Connor Wood’s Dancing With the Stars moment and the Internet Invitational’s huge viewership. Plus a big announcement: Trading Secrets is heading to Super Bowl media row in LA. Coming up: Dr. Nicole next week, then Josh Richards and Chris Harrison. Hopefully one you couldn’t afford to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jason is joined by returning guest, content creator, entrepreneur, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, TIME100 Creators honoree, 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit rookie, and founder of FanGirl, Remi Bader, live from Advertising Week in New York City! After being fired from her $60,000-a-year job in 2020, Remi turned her honest, unfiltered fashion content into a multimillion-dollar career, earning over $1 million in 2021 and more than $3 million in 2022. Now, she's pulling back the curtain on the business of influencing, what brands get wrong about creator partnerships, and how she's built a lasting career by staying true to herself. Remi opens up about turning criticism into opportunity, why she's turned down lucrative brand deals, and how companies like Free People, Walmart, and Victoria's Secret have embraced her unique approach to content. She reveals the behind-the-scenes work she did with Victoria's Secret PINK to improve sizing and better understand consumers, why major corporations are turning to influencers for marketing advice, and what every creator should consider when negotiating contracts. Plus, Remi breaks down the changing creator economy, from Snapchat's earning potential to her experience launching a YouTube channel, where 60% of her early traffic came from Instagram. She also shares how returning to her original content helped her gain another 100,000 Instagram followers in just a few months, why authenticity is more valuable than chasing trends, and the biggest lessons she's learned about building a business while navigating public criticism. Remi reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick
Audio: John Gurney
Video: Marc Colcer
Guest: Remi Bader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Tartick and David are back for another 30 Minute Thursday, breaking down the biggest stories in business, finance, and pop culture. They kick things off with a deeper look at the money behind the million-dollar nanny industry, including six-figure salaries, the realities of working for ultra-wealthy families, and the challenges of balancing money and relationships following their latest Trading Secrets guest episode. Then, they get into the business of Halloween, from Americans spending $13.5 billion on the holiday to Spirit Halloween’s surprisingly smart pop-up retail strategy. Plus, the latest Dancing With the Stars eliminations, the Clayton Echard sentencing, and why creator-driven golf competitions are becoming a major entertainment business. Jason also breaks down what the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision means for your money, why paying down variable-rate debt matters, and how to make the most of high-interest savings and year-end retirement contributions. Plus, Jason shares his first impressions of the new iPhone Duo, and the guys debate whether the hype is worth it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

his week, Jason is joined by Million Dollar Nannies stars and real-life couple Mitchell Bienvenue and Taylor Hayward! After six years together, living in their parents' basement, and building careers in the nanny industry, the couple took their talents to Ibiza to work for some of the world's wealthiest families on Hulu's hit reality series. But how much money can you actually make as a nanny? What does it cost to film a reality TV show? And what really happens behind closed doors in the homes of the ultra-wealthy? Mitchell and Taylor reveal the surprising financial realities of the nanny industry, where experienced nannies can earn six figures, and break down how they got paid for both filming and working for high-profile families. They share why each cast member had to pay $3,000 per month to live in their Ibiza villa, how some castmates actually lost money filming the show, and why reality TV fame doesn't always translate to financial success. Plus, Mitchell opens up about his previous career working on superyachts, where captains can make $200K and engineers can earn up to $300K! The couple also gets personal about their relationship, revealing the truth behind their on-screen engagement, the financial reasons Mitchell waited to propose, and the drama that almost tore them apart. They discuss growing up with completely different relationships with money, why they chose to live with family to build their savings, and how they turned down a potential $150K+ nanny opportunity in Los Angeles. Plus, they reveal why Mitchell covers 70% of their shared expenses, how they're planning to combine finances after marriage, and what they've learned about happiness from working for some of the wealthiest families in the world. Mitchell and Taylor reveal all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick Audio: John Gurney Video: Marc Colcer Guests: Mitchell Bienvenue & Taylor Hayward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Tartick and David are back for another 30 Minute Thursday, breaking down the biggest business headlines, financial trends, and pop culture moments of the week. They discuss Scott Clary’s $1 million podcast business, his $400,000 investment in growth, and why building an audience isn’t always about follower count. Plus, the latest on the stock market, AI, rising mortgage rates, and the changing cost of raising a family. The guys also get into Tyler and Tate’s emotional baby announcement on Dancing With the Stars, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Kylie Jenner’s Fantasy Bra, and the power of optimism and positive self-talk. They wrap up with the latest buzz around the Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos documentary, the changing economics of marriage, and a potential new podcast deal. Tune in for another mix of money, business, and pop culture on Trading Secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur, investor, and host of the Success Story podcast, Scott Clary! With over 100 million podcast downloads, 2.5 million monthly downloads across audio and video, and a newsletter with over 320,000 subscribers, Scott has built one of the most successful business podcasts in the world. But before building his media empire, Scott studied criminology, worked in sales at Bell Canada, and built his career in sales, marketing, and startups before launching Success Story in 2018. Scott reveals how his podcast generates over $1 MILLION annually, why he spends approximately $400,000 per year on social media, advertising, and his team, and how producing 30–40 pieces of content every single day has helped grow his business. He breaks down podcast advertising rates, charging $7,000–$10,000 for newsletter sponsorships, and how one creator with a fraction of his audience is reportedly generating $7–8 MILLION annually through brand partnerships and creative advertising strategies. Jason and Scott dive into the business of attention, why paid advertising can't fix bad content, how celebrities like Tom Brady are using creators to stay relevant, and why Scott believes his podcast could be worth $8–12 MILLION. Plus, Scott shares how creators can turn their influence into equity, the importance of betting on yourself, why successful entrepreneurs need a little delusion, and the challenge of balancing financial success with relationships, health, and happiness. Scott reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to Trading Secrets for new episodes every week! Host: Jason Tartick Audio: John Gurney Video: Marc Colcer Guest: Scott Clary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Tartick and David Arduin are back for another 30 Minute Thursday, breaking down the biggest business, pop culture, and reality TV headlines. First, they reflect on the powerful lessons from Kendra Scott’s journey to building a billion-dollar jewelry brand, navigating personal hardships, and learning why hiring the right CEO can help entrepreneurs focus on what they do best. Then, pop culture data expert Suzana Somers of Pop Culture Data joins the show to break down the explosive rise of Dancing With the Stars. Susannah reveals what the numbers say about the show's reported 18% ratings growth, which stars and professional dancers are gaining the most social media traction, and how social engagement, YouTube views, and judges’ scores help predict who will advance each week. She also weighs in on whether Dancing With the Stars is rigged, how casting decisions are changing, which celebrities could join future seasons, and why the show's increasingly passionate fan base presents a new challenge. Plus, Jason and David discuss the importance of human connection, why hiring people to handle the work you hate can transform your business, the latest inflation data and stock market reaction, and Jason's unexpected trip to the hospital for appendicitis. In this episode: Kendra Scott’s journey from financial hardship to building a billion-dollar brand Why entrepreneurs should hire a CEO to focus on what they love Dancing With the Stars ratings growth and the impact of social media The data behind predicting eliminations, fan engagement, and potential winners Is Dancing With the Stars rigged? Suzana breaks down the conspiracy theories How casting decisions and professional dancers are shaping the show's future Why human connection and perspective matter in business and life Inflation, the S&P 500, and the latest economic headlines Jason's appendicitis scare and an important reminder to prioritize your health Follow Suzana Somers on Instagram and TikTok at Pop Culture Data for more reality TV analytics, and check out her Excel and Google Sheets courses. Tune in for another episode of Trading Secrets: 30 Minute Thursday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jason is joined by billionaire-dollar jewelry brand founder, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Shark Tank investor Kendra Scott! Starting with just $500 and a wooden tea box in the spare bedroom of her Austin home in 2002, Kendra turned her passion for jewelry into a company valued at over $1 billion, with more than 170 stores nationwide and over 4,000 employees. Kendra takes Jason behind the scenes of building her empire, from dropping out of college and watching her first business fail to bootstrapping Kendra Scott for 10 years without outside investment. She opens up about the terrifying moment during the 2008 financial crisis when the bank called her $700,000 line of credit, leaving her just 45 days to figure out how to save her business. She also breaks down how the company grew from approximately $1.7 million in revenue in 2010 to $24 million in 2013, securing her first $5 million investment, and the life-changing private equity deal that valued her company at over $1 billion. Jason and Kendra dive into the financial realities of entrepreneurship, including taking on debt, putting everything up as collateral, retaining employees when you can't afford competitive salaries, hiring and firing, executive compensation, and knowing when to bring in outside leadership. Kendra also reveals why she stepped down as CEO, the three-year manifestation exercise that transformed her approach to business, and how she's expanding her empire beyond jewelry with her Western lifestyle brand, Yellow Rose. Plus, Kendra shares what really happens behind the scenes of Shark Tank, what she looks for before investing in a founder, the biggest red flags that make her walk away from a deal, and why even the most passionate entrepreneur doesn't always have an investable business. She also opens up about navigating divorce, raising two young children as a single mother, having just $200 in her checking account for groceries, and the surreal moment she finally achieved financial freedom. From building a billion-dollar business with just $500 to overcoming financial setbacks, creating a company culture that puts people first, and learning the power of surrounding yourself with the right people, Kendra reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick
 Audio: John Gurney
 Video: Marc Colcer
 Guest: Kendra Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Tartick and David are back for another 30 Minute Thursday, breaking down the biggest takeaways from Jesse James Decker’s episode, the latest market and mortgage-rate moves, and everything happening in their lives. They dive into Jesse’s entrepreneurial mindset, her refusal to be told she has to focus on just one thing, growing up with financial struggles, and the powerful perspective that “no is never no.” They also talk about productivity, finding balance, being present with family, and why appreciating what you have can completely change your perspective. On the money side, Jason and David discuss the S&P 500’s continued growth, mortgage rates moving above 7%, inflation, AI-driven profits, and why now is the time to shop your debt, shop where your money is, and shop your investments. Plus, they recap a wild week in New York, debate sleep and productivity habits, talk about pop culture and the latest headlines, and preview next week’s episode with Kendra Scott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices