
Dopamine Dollars
Ellyce Fulmore
You’re not bad with money, you’re just neurodivergent. Join queer and AuDHD financial educator and best-selling author Ellyce Fulmore as she explores the unique ways that ADHD, autism, and more impact our finances and our lives through a trauma-aware, and shame-free approach. Covering everything from executive function to impulse spending to current events, Dopamine Dollars will deliver tips, strategies, comfort, and encouragement in a way that makes sense for neurodivergent brains.
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It's not you, it's the dopamine deficiency
Dopamine Dollars
05/30/24 • 32 min
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What the heck is dopamine and why is it controlling my life?? In this episode we will cover what dopamine is and how it affects your brain & bank account. You'll walk away with some tangible ways to increase your dopamine levels naturally & a tool that helped me curb my impulsive spending and other dopamine-seeking behaviours.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Donate to Lina & Lubna's Go Fund Me HERE.The dopa-menu Google Sheets template.
The dopa-menu PDF template.
Watch the dopamine jar video(s) here & here.
Show notes & transcript available here!
Resources:
- Keeping Finance Personal (studies/ info mentioned in this episode were cited in the book)
- Operation Olive Branch
- Cleveland Clinic
- Web MD
- Book: Dopamine Nation (affiliate link)
- Study from Brown University
- How to ADHD youtube video
Tiktok videos used:
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

Tips & tricks to gamify your finances
Dopamine Dollars
06/20/24 • 29 min
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Do you struggle with staying on top of managing your money—especially when it comes to staying motivated to save money or pay off debt? In this episode we will cover the concept of gamification, and how you can use that to turn overwhelming or boring financial tasks into something more enjoyable. You'll learn how to apply this method to your spending, savings, debt repayment, and budgeting systems so that you can actually start having FUN when it comes to your finances.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes & transcript available here!
Important Links
Listen to the dopa-menu episode HERE.
Download my free Taylor Swift savings tracker HERE.Apps Mentioned
- Qapital—for savings
- Loot—for savings
- Debt Payoff Planner—for debt
- Habitica—for any financial habit
- YNAB—for budgeting
- RocketMoney—for expenses
- Fortune City—for tracking expenses
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

The neurodivergent college survival guide
Dopamine Dollars
09/27/24 • 60 min
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In this special back-to-school episode, we dive into the unique challenges that neurodivergent students face in college. Whether you’re currently in school, thinking about going back to school, or you’ve had a negative experience with school in the past that you’d like to reframe, this episode will have something for you. I'm joined by three students—Kayla, Ren, and Haley and together we’ll explore what it’s like to manage the academic and mental load, access accommodations (or face the gaps in support), and advocate for your needs. You'll walk away with practical tips for studying and staying on track, all while taking care of your mental and emotional health.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes, resources, & transcript available HERE!Watch this episode on Youtube!
Important Links
Get the Dopamine Dollars budget template HERE.
Learn more about the Neuro$picy Money Method HERE.
Join the Neuro$picy Money Method waitlist HERE.
Check out Goblin Tools HERE.
Apply for the Canadian grant for students with disabilities HERE.
Check out the Neads Scholarship HERE.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

The cost of being neuroqueer
Dopamine Dollars
06/27/24 • 30 min
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Did you know that there is a link between neurodivergence and queerness? In this episode we will cover what it means to be neuroqueer, why this link exists, some of the common challenges, and the changes that need to be made to create a more supportive and inclusive future for everyone. I'll also share my own stories of coming out as both neurodivergent and queer. Whether you're a part of either community or an ally, you'll learn how to honor neuroqueer identities and build stronger communities.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes, transcript, & additional resources available here!
Important Links
Grab a copy of my book HERE.
Check out the Lesbian Masterdoc HERE.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

You're not bad with money, you just have ADHD
Dopamine Dollars
05/23/24 • 20 min
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How does ADHD impact your financial habits and behaviors? In our first episode of Dopamine Dollars we will explore the fundamentals of ADHD, the effect it has on our money, and unpack why traditional financial advice might not always fit our neurodivergent needs.
Thank you so much for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.com
Show notes & transcript available here!
Resources:
- Keeping Finance Personal (studies/ info mentioned in this episode were cited in the book)
- ADHD Symptoms and Financial Distress
Tiktok videos used:
- Tiktok video 1: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMMwvxF7P/
- Tiktok video 2: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMMwvnXau/
- Tiktok video 3: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMMwcjjuN/
Stock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions and SoundKit, from Pond5.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

My 5-account system
Dopamine Dollars
06/06/24 • 29 min
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Do you find yourself struggling to keep track of where your money goes each month? In this episode we'll cover how to categorize and organize your money using my 5-account system. This system completely changed my finances and was one of the biggest contributors to helping me stick to my budget each month. You'll learn which accounts to use, how to split up your income each month, and a step-by-step guide on how to set up your finances to run on auto-pilot.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes & transcript available here!
Important Links
Donate to Lina & Lubna's Go Fund Me HERE.
Download my free Financial Audit template HERE.
Download my free spending tracker HERE.
Check if your bank is CDIC 🇨🇦 insured or FDIC 🇺🇸 insured.Financial Institutions Mentioned
- KOHO financial 🇨🇦—for spending
- EQ Bank 🇨🇦—for saving
- Wealthsimple 🇨🇦—for saving & investing
- Ally Bank 🇺🇸—for spending & saving
- Neo Financial 🇨🇦—for spending & saving
*please note that some of the links above are affiliate links
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

Not sure where to start? Do a financial audit!
Dopamine Dollars
07/04/24 • 31 min
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Are you overwhelmed with where to start when it comes to your money? In this episode I will walk you through exactly how to complete a financial audit. This involves taking inventory of your income, expenses, debt, savings, and spending. The financial audit will give you a clear understanding of where you are in your finances, and help you create the roadmap for what you want to achieve in the future.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes & transcript available HERE!
Important Links
Donate to Lina & Lubna's Go Fund Me HERE.
Download my free Financial Audit template HERE.
Download my free spending tracker HERE.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

Conscious consumerism in a capitalist hellscape
Dopamine Dollars
06/13/24 • 24 min
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How do you become an intentional consumer and practice voting with your dollars? In this episode we'll cover the myth of ethical consumption and how to use the power of your dollars while living within a capitalist hellscape. We will also talk about how factors such as a strong sense of justice, mental health challenges, and finances impact your ability to be a conscious consumer.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes & transcript available here!
Important Links
Donate to Lina & Lubna's Go Fund Me HERE.
Check out the BDS movement HERE.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

Welcome to Dopamine Dollars
Dopamine Dollars
05/20/24 • 2 min
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You’re not bad with money, you’re just neurodivergent. Join queer and AuDHD financial educator and best-selling author Ellyce Fulmore as she explores the unique ways that ADHD, autism, and more impact our finances and our lives through a trauma-aware, and shame-free approach. Covering everything from executive function to impulse spending to current events, Dopamine Dollars will deliver tips, strategies, comfort, and encouragement in a way that makes sense for neurodivergent brains.
This season begins on May 23, and you can expect new episodes every Thursday morning. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.

Q&A about money, burnout, relationships, productivity & more!
Dopamine Dollars
08/08/24 • 33 min
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How do you reset your relationship with dopamine? How do you manage burnout? How do you stay focused when working from home? In this episode I answer YOUR questions about money and neurodivergence. You'll learn how complete a dopamine detox, strategies for overcoming burnout, tips for dating with ADHD, productivity hacks, and even how to combine finances with a partner.
Thanks for listening to Dopamine Dollars! If you enjoyed the episode, I'd love it if you could leave a review 💚
Show notes & transcript available HERE!
Important Links
Get the Dopamine Dollars budget template HERE.
Check out Lina + Lubna's GoFundMe HERE.
Follow LittleMissAbyss on Instagram or TikTok.
Let's stay connected!!
Get your copy of Keeping Finance Personal here.
Follow me on Instagram @ellyce.fulmore
Follow me on TikTok @queerd.co
Check out my website www.queerdco.comStock Music provided by LevelUpMusicSolutions, SunSmileMusic, LeChuckz, goodmoodmusic, and SoundKit, from Pond5.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Dopamine Dollars have?
Dopamine Dollars currently has 13 episodes available.
What topics does Dopamine Dollars cover?
The podcast is about Investing, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Dopamine Dollars?
The episode title 'How to ditch the "shoulds" and the shame' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Dopamine Dollars?
The average episode length on Dopamine Dollars is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of Dopamine Dollars released?
Episodes of Dopamine Dollars are typically released every 7 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of Dopamine Dollars?
The first episode of Dopamine Dollars was released on May 20, 2024.
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