{"podcast":{"title":"Becoming Financially Confident","slug":"financially-confident-christian-773313","podcast_index_feed_id":773313,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/ask-ralph-podcast/","website_url":"http://www.becomingfinanciallyconfident.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/c17cbaaa-ac0e-40c1-abbe-52b5e2557b3f/BFC-Podcast-Cover-Final-v2.jpg","author":"Ralph V. Estep, Jr.","episode_count":1257,"summary":"Breaking Free from Financial Shame, one conversation at a time. Most money advice assumes you already know what you're doing. This show doesn't. Becoming Financially Confident is a live weekday show for people who want to get their financial life in order without being lectured, judged, or sold something. Host Ralph Estep Jr. is a Licensed Public Accountant with more than 30 years of experience sitting across the desk from real people and real businesses — the shoebox of receipts, the tax notice nobody wants to open, the budget that never quite balances. He has made his own expensive mistakes, and he talks about them openly. This is not a new voice. Ralph has published more than 1,200 episodes across eight seasons, earned national recognition for his work, and written nearly a thousand articles on money, taxes, technology, and small business. Becoming Financially Confident is the next chapter of that same show, in the same feed — sharper, live, and built around one idea: you are capable of figuring this out. Every show opens with Headlines: what happened in the money world, and why it matters to your money and not just somebody's portfolio. From there, the recurring segments inclu…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-16T10:17:43.701925+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/financially-confident-christian-773313"},"episode":{"title":"Can I Really Make It as a Single Parent on One Income?","slug":"can-i-really-make-it-as-a-single-parent-on-one-income","published_at":"2026-07-10T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/financially-confident-christian-773313/can-i-really-make-it-as-a-single-parent-on-one-income","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/financially-confident-christian-773313","url":"https://www.financiallyconfidentchristian.com/as-a-single-parent","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7fb126f8-bc90-4f9a-9025-5ec033c0ea5f.mp3","summary":"Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of surviving on a single income, especially when life’s thrown you into the deep end. We got a heartfelt question from a listener who's leaving an emotionally abusive marriage and is understandably worried about making it on her own. Spoiler alert: she’s already been holding the fort solo, even if she didn’t know it yet. Can I Really Make It as a Single Parent on One Income? We’re breaking down the real deal about budgets, legal stuff, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with single parenting. So grab a drink, kick back, and let’s figure out how to build a plan that works for you because you’ve got this! Read today's blog article Check out the full podcast episode here In this episode, we get real about the struggles of single parenting on one income, especially in today’s economy. We address the listener’s fears head-on—what will happen to her kids, the potential for child support, and what it means for her financial future. We share insights on how to build a budget that prioritizes necessities and allows for some wiggle room. It’s all about taking those first steps toward financial confidence and independence. We also delve into the emotional aspects of leaving an abusive relationship, emphasizing that recognizing the need for change is a sign of strength and courage. Whether you’re facing a similar situation or just looking to gain insights into budgeting and resilience, this episode is packed with practical advice and encouragement. So grab your headphones and join us as we tackle these tough topics together! Takeaways: You've been handling everything for a while now, and it’s time to recognize that strength. Single parenting on one income is tough, but you've been doing it solo for ages. Get real about your finance…","meta_description":"Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of surviving on a single income, especially when life’s thrown you into the deep end. 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