Wes Moss is on a mission: help at least 1 million Americans of any age retire sooner and find joy along the way. A seasoned finance professional, best-selling author, broadcaster, and teacher, Wes has done extensive research on the habits of the happiest retirees. On this podcast, Wes shares key lifestyle and money habits you can implement now to prepare for a secure future while not depriving yourself of happiness in the present. In addition to leveraging his 20+ years of knowledge as an in ...
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Since its debut in 1992, Money Matters was created to deliver objective and timely financial advice on WSB, Atlanta's legendary, award-winning news/talk radio station. Now, in addition to airing weekly on WSB, Money Matters is available as a podcast, tailor-made for both modern retirees and those still in the planning stages. Hosted since 2009 by Wes Moss — CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, best-selling author, Forbes contributor, and managing partner at Capital Investment Advisors in Atlanta — ...
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Carry Trade, The Death Tax, and Participation vs. Perfection
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Wes is joined by Capital Investment Advisors Wealth Management Analyst Jeff Lloyd on today’s episode of Money Matters. They analyze the latest financial headlines to contextualize the recent global market sell-off. Was it all about economic data or a consequence of the so-called “Carry Trade?” Next, they scrutinize the recent attention paid to the …
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On today’s episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes examines the recent market crash and analyzes how the Fed’s decisions may have helped lower inflation but negatively affected the housing market and unemployment rate. Wes acknowledges that the specific challenges can differ for each market downturn but reassures listeners that productive reactio…
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Handling Market Sell-Offs And What The Federal Reserve Might Do With Interest Rates
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On today’s episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes is joined by Capital Investment Advisors Wealth Management Analyst Jeff Lloyd. They dig into the recent market crash, view it from a historical perspective, and examine productive ways investors can handle typical market sell-offs in their retirement planning process. They evaluate the recent ris…
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The Scientific Significance Of Fun With Mike Rucker
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It’s been said that loneliness is worse for our health than smoking cigarettes. Take a second to inhale that scary thought. In contrast, pro-social behavior triggers the release of oxytocin in our body. That’s the love hormone, and it’s crucial for happiness. We’ve all had that nagging feeling that we need to spend more leisure time with friends an…
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The Reawakening of the Stock Market: Shifting Away from Tech Dominance
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In this episode of Money Matters, hosts Wes Moss and Connor Miller discuss the recent broadening out of the stock market, with smaller companies and a wider range of sectors outperforming the previously dominant large tech companies. Wes and Connor also touch on a variety of other topics, such as the ongoing Olympics and the prizes that medalists a…
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Revisiting How To Stay A Millionaire, And Other Lessons from The Millionaire Next Door
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In today’s episode, Wes points out that the population of mini-millionaires is growing and that society’s perception of them isn’t always very accurate. Producer Mallory Boggs joins to discuss this latest variant of what authors Thomas Stanley and Bill Danko originally coined, The Millionaire Next Door. They elaborate on five habits that this cohor…
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10 Lessons Learned From The Retire Sooner Podcast
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Capital Investment Advisors’ Wealth Analyst Jeff Lloyd joins Wes in the studio. Wes instills the top 10 happy retiree lessons he’s learned from his guests while hosting the Retire Sooner podcast.By Wes Moss
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Parkour and Pickleball: Tips on Active Aging with Erin Eleuterio
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In this actionable episode of Retire Sooner, Wes Moss sits down with Erin Eleuterio to explore the importance of physical activity for older adults. Erin shares her unique techniques, like parkour-based fall resiliency training, to help people in their 70s and 80s stay strong and recover from falls. They discuss the benefits of programs such as Sil…
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401(k) Investor Profiles, Bias, Rebalancing, The Russell 2000 Index, and a Taco Bell Retirement Community
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Wes is joined today by Jeff Lloyd, Wealth Management Analyst for Capital Investment Advisors, for a special show on the road in Michigan! They discuss reversion to the mean and then cover the four main types of 401(k) investor allocation “profiles.” Wes then examines confirmation and recency bias and how rebalancing might provide a change. Then, th…
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Revisiting Three Investing Keys to Help Retirees Sleep Well at Night
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On today’s episode, we ponder the question, “Can money buy happiness?” The answer might surprise listeners, and Wes borrows the words of best-selling author Morgan Housel to help discuss the positive and negative psychological effects money can have on retirees. Wes then uses his own “Bucket System” analogy to explain income investing and how three…
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Summer Travel, Disney, Apples, Inflation, Disinflation, and Participation vs. Perfection
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Capital Investment Advisors Wealth Management Analyst Jeff Lloyd joins Wes on today’s show to wade through the financial issues affecting people in today’s environment. First, they zoom in on the summer’s booming travel industry, including eye-opening Disney statistics. Then they take a bite of some tasty apple data, pour over today’s inflation num…
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Spending Our Anxieties: The Motivations Of Financial Decision-Making With Christine Moriarty
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Morgan Housel’s eye-opening book amplified the idea that the intersection of psychology and money is bigger and more bustling than most of us know. Today’s guest, Christine Moriarty, has dedicated her life to finding harmony between the two. Christine isn’t the typical CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Despite her finance degree and MBA in Entrepreneur…
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7/9/27 -- A 6% Withdrawal Rate: Crazy or Possible? / How To Stay Young As We Age with Doctor Dawn Carr
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In today’s episode, Wes delves into the financial aspects of retirement, focusing on the 4% rule formulated by William Bengen. This rule suggests that retirees who withdraw 4% of their portfolio in the first year and adjust for inflation annually can have a sustainable retirement, provided their portfolio has a 50-75% stock allocation. Wes explores…
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Financial Freedom for Expats / You May Be Able To Retire One (Or Five) Years Sooner
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In the first half of this episode of Money Matters, host Wes Moss is joined by Edd and Cynthia Staton. Their retirement plans were disrupted by the 2008 Financial Crisis, leading them to create a Plan B. In 2010, they moved to Cuenca, Ecuador, where they enjoy a comfortable and affordable lifestyle. Their experience reflects a broader trend: the nu…
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5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Retiring Early
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Despite the continued popularity of retiring at 65, many folks are drawn to the allure of an early exit. The promise of more time for family, travel, and core pursuits can be hard to resist—the very mission of this podcast is to help people retire sooner than they ever thought possible. But as wonderful as an early retirement can be if you can affo…
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Capital Investment Advisors’ Chief Investment Officer Connor Miller joins Wes in the studio for today’s episode. They delve into the latest information on the Tesla rental car situation. They contrast the state of the economy with public sentiment. They also share a strategy that often helps combat inflation. They cite the Copenhagen City Heart Stu…
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From Rejection To Financial Freedom: The Minority Mindset With Jaspreet Singh
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Jaspreet Singh’s parents gave him two choices: become a doctor or be a failure. Understandably, he chose medicine, but deep down, he knew it was for all the wrong reasons. People like Jaspreet are born entrepreneurs. They just see the world a little bit differently. He inherently knew he could be happier and make more money doing something else, an…
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Hotlanta, Consumer Prices, Waffle House, And Dividends As Cash For Retirement
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CIA’s Wealth Management Analyst, Jeff Lloyd, joins Wes for today’s installment. They discuss Atlanta’s hot temperatures, Father’s Day, and Taylor Swift’s economic impact. Then, they confer about the most recent consumer prices and analyze what’s gone up or down. They talk about tipping protocol, then Chick-fil-A, and transition into examining Waffl…
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You May Be Able To Retire One (Or Five) Years Sooner
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According to a National Institute on Retirement Security report, 79% of Americans agree that there is a retirement crisis. It also revealed that over half of Americans are concerned they won’t be able to achieve financial security. Retirement insecurity may be a daunting reality, but on today’s episode Wes sets some theoretical parameters to illus…
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Tesla, Misery Index, NBA Salaries, And Market History vs. Elections
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On today’s episode of Money Matters, Connor Miller, CIA’s Chief Investment Officer, joins Wes in the studio. They start by exploring the fire sale on Teslas. Next, they explain “The Misery Index” and how it can sometimes influence economic vibes more than the actual economic reality does. Then, they focus on a possible change in NBA salaries and hi…
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How To Stay Young As We Age with Doctor Dawn Carr
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We all know that older person who just seems so young. How do they pull it off? Did they hit the genetic jackpot? Or do their lifestyle habits act as a fountain of youth? Doctor Dawn Carr has answers. With a PhD in Sociology and Gerontology, she directs the Claude Pepper Center at Florida State University and is a former researcher at the Stanford …
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T+1 Settlement, Q1 Earnings, Retirement Tips, Scams, Loneliness, and Happiness.
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On today’s show, Jeff Lloyd, Wealth Management Analyst for Capital Investment Advisors, joins Wes. They briefly discuss the kids being out of school for the summer and Jeff’s celebrity-filled golf outing before shifting to the new T+1 settlement, which says stock trades will settle in one business day rather than two. Then, they analyze core pursui…
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According to a recent Schroders study, just 4% of current retirees say they are “living the dream,” while another 4% report they are “living a nightmare.” On today’s show, Wes lists some primary concerns, including inflation and unpredictable market fluctuations. He then relates it to the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, each hitting all-time highs in May…
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Nvidia, Fed Minutes, Birth Rates, and Florida Housekeepers
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Capital Investment Advisor’s Wealth Management Analyst Jeff Lloyd joins Wes to discuss Nvidia, examine Fed inflation minutes, analyze a worrisome decline in birth rates, and marvel at the annual salaries of some Florida housekeepers.By Wes Moss
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The Millionaire Mission with Brian Preston
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You work hard for your money. But what if your money could work even harder for you? Brian Preston says there’s a way to make that happen. It’s called taking control of your financial freedom, and in his new book “Millionaire Mission,” he makes the case that it’s simpler than you think. I’ve known Brian for a long time. His podcast, “The Money Guy …
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CPI Report, Best Summer Travel Destinations, And One Small Shift Could Make A $2 Million Difference
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CIA’s Wealth Management Analyst Jeff Lloyd joins Wes to dissect the latest financial news and demystify retirement finances. They open with inflation numbers from the recent CPI report, then celebrate the Atlanta Metro area’s rise to #1 on Wallet Hub’s 2024 Best Summer Travel Destination list. They quickly mention the Northern Lights before probing…
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Running out of money may be retirement’s most frightening concern, so it’s not surprising that people want to know how much of their nest egg they can safely spend. The 4% rule, identified by William Bengen, states that retirees who draw down 4% of their portfolio in the first year of retirement, adjusting every year for inflation, will likely see …
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Warren Buffett, Online vs. Brick-And-Mortar, Chick-fil-A, and Collegial Family Principles
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Jeff Lloyd, CIA’s Wealth Manager Analyst, is back in the studio with Wes to keep everyone financially informed and empowered on this special Mother’s Day episode. After a market update, they discuss Q1 earnings and the notion of a Fed pause. Then, they cover some great Warren Buffett quotes and examine Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting before shi…
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Chan Hellman was nearly suicidal until someone in his life gave him hope. Now, he works to spread it to others. As the founding Director of The Hope Research Center at the University of Oklahoma, his research is focused on hope as a psychological strength for children, adults, and families experiencing trauma and adversity. Chan believes one key is…
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Jerome Powell’s Words, Dave & Buster’s Vibes, And Window Shopping For Retirement Withdrawal Rates
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Wes is joined by Capital Investment Advisors Chief Investment Officer Connor Miller on today’s show. They digest the week's news before jumping into Jerome Powell’s recent economic comments regarding interest rates, inflation, and stagflation. Next, Wes recalls a recent Dave and Busters adventure with his son to explore betting on “anything” and wh…
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Answering Your Top Retirement Questions: Part 2
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On today’s episode, Wes welcomes Producer Mallory to the studio to tackle more questions from the hypothetical Retire Sooner conference. They analyze options for when to take Social Security, examine the idea of downsizing or relocating in retirement, review three habits that many happy retirees seem to incorporate into their lives, and discuss whi…
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Please Won’t You Be My Financially Prohibitive Neighbor?
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Jeff Lloyd, Capital Investment Advisors Wealth Management Analyst, joins Wes to assess last week’s concept of the “Parental Federal Reserve” and why PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) is a fly in the soup. Next, they focus on financial discipline, zoom in on American productivity, and explain why scary headlines sometimes overshadow positive t…
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Tweaking Your Anxiety Settings with Dr. John Delony
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We live in a 21st-century world, and our brains haven’t quite caught up. They’re designed to look out for the Saber-toothed tiger, not a million dings and beeps from smartphones. It’s no surprise that anxiety is a massive problem in modern-day life. But Dr. John Delony says anxiety isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It’s just an alarm system to keep us…
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Spinach In The Candy Bowl, Jerome Powell On A Wheaties Box, And The Fed’s Interest Rate Delay
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Wes welcomes Capital Investment Advisors’ Wealth Management Analyst, Jeff Lloyd, to the studio. They talk about cotton candy inflation and the market’s obsession with the Fed, comparing it to kids preferring candy when their parents insist on vegetables. They evaluate when the Fed might end up cutting interest rates, marvel at Johnson & Johnson rai…
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Retire Sooner Conference Part One: Are You Pushing A Mower Or Riding A John Deere Lawn Tractor?
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On today's episode, Wes is joined by Producer Mallory Boggs. They brainstorm the idea of holding a “Retire Sooner Conference” and answer some of the questions the attendees might ask the panel. Using his retirement calculator, Wes explores what constitutes a solid retirement plan and how much inflation needs to be considered. Then, combining his Re…
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The Masters, Inflation, Tax Day, Markets Broadening, Baby Boomers, and Magic Retirement Numbers
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Wes invites Connor Miller, Capital Investment Advisors' Chief Investment Officer, into the studio to rave about the lack of inflation at the Masters Golf Tournament's concession stands and lament the stickiness of overall inflation in the economy. Then, they examine the looming tax deadline, market-broadening behavior, Baby Boomers, and California'…
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Financial Freedom For Expats with Edd and Cynthia Staton
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Edd and Cynthia Staton’s retirement plans were on track. Then, the 2008 Financial Crisis hit. Their careers disappeared, their home lost its value, and their savings plummeted. Realizing recovery was unlikely, they needed to come up with a Plan B. And boy, did they ever. In 2010, they moved to Cuenca, Ecuador. Don’t worry, they didn’t know where th…
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Caitlin Clark, Taxing Gen Zers Pay, Nest Eggs, Baby Boomers, Ray Dalio, and Max’ing Out Retirement Without Running Out
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Wes welcomes Capital Investment Advisors’ Wealth Management Analyst, Jeff Lloyd, to the show. They compare notes about NCAA basketball, especially Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, then segue into an article about Gen Zers needing a therapist to deal with the stress of filing taxes. Wes breaks down changes in the formerly surging Magnificent Seven set of stock…
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On today’s show, Wes is joined by Producer Mallory to elaborate on the pitfalls of fleeing the market during turbulent times. They comment on the shell shock of the Covid-19 lockdowns back in 2020 and how tempting it was for fearful investors to yank their money out of the market. Wes empathizes with the temptation but explains that letting the dog…
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Bananas, McDonald’s, Krispy Kreme, and Broadening the Rally
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Wes is joined by Capital Investment Advisors Chief Investment Officer Connor Miller. They discuss Applebee’s date night pass and the rising cost of eating out, Krispy Kreme teaming up with McDonald’s, and which budget areas Americans are choosing to tighten because of inflation. Then they elaborate on the S&P 500 having its finest first quarter in …
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How To Strengthen The Aging Brain with Dr. Nicole Byers
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We all know aging comes with cognitive challenges, but how early do they start? Sometimes, I forget my email password or where I put my car keys. Should I be worried? Dr. Nicole Byers came by to give us some fascinating answers, including the magical age when it can be beneficial to consume MORE calories. With a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and a d…
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Farm-aceuticals And How Food Impacts Health with Dr. William Li
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Medicines help to treat illness within the body, but what if we replaced filling a prescription with filling our bags at the farmer’s market with foods that can heal our bodies from the inside out? Dr. William Li, world-renowned physician, scientist, TED speaker, and author of “Eat To Beat Disease," joins this episode to share just how much food ca…
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My Favorite Lessons From The Psychology Of Money: Part Two
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In part two of Wes’ favorite takeaways from Morgan Housel’s bestselling book, The Psychology of Money, he teams up with Producer Mallory to discuss the power of tail events, the misconception of money and respect, the illusion of wealth, the simple act of saving, how reasonable is greater than rational, expecting the unexpected, leaving room for er…
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Inflation, COVID Lessons, Microsoft, And Economic Cognitive Dissonance
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Wes is joined by Connor Miller, the Chief Investment Officer for Capital Investment Advisors, on today’s episode of the Money Matters podcast. They cover the latest inflation news, carefully reflect on lessons learned from the challenging COVID era, and analyze the fascinating origin story of Bill Gates and Microsoft. Finally, they examine why so m…
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12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better With Age with Chip Conley
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You can’t say the word “midlife” without imagining a crisis. An aging bald guy who cheats on his wife and buys a sports car to fill the void. But Chip Conley says we’re looking at it all wrong. The midlife age range has been unfairly branded, and he’s on a mission to change it. He co-founded MEA, the Modern Elder Academy, in 2018. The world's first…
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How To Maximize Social Security And Medicare With Mary Beth Franklin
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Wes welcomes back Social Security virtuoso Mary Beth Franklin to help retirees maximize this crucial income stream despite the overwhelming rules and regulations. Then, they analyze the differences between different Medicare plans and discuss which ones might suit which people. Mary Beth offers the most up-to-date information and context and keeps …
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Lessons From The Psychology Of Money: Part One
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On today’s episode, Wes is joined by producer Mallory for part one of their discussion about the biggest takeaways from Morgan Housel’s bestselling book The Psychology of Money. They cover concepts such as the influence of personal history, the freedom money can offer, luck and risk, knowing how much is enough, the power of compounding, getting wea…
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Does Warren Buffett Think The Market Is Overvalued?
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On today’s episode, Wes is joined in the studio by Connor Miller, Chief Investment Officer for Capital Investment Advisors. They analyze Warren Buffett’s annual letter to shareholders and what Berkshire Hathaway’s abundant cash reserves might signify about market confidence. They also discuss housing prices, the confusion about Wendy’s new pricing …
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TED Talks and Infectious Generosity With Chris Anderson
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On today’s episode, Wes explains the generosity component of the Retire Sooner podcast and welcomes Chris Anderson to the show. Chris is the curator of TED, a nonprofit media organization that leverages the power of ideas to make a better future, perhaps more well-known for its TED Talks Series. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller TED…
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Walmart, Capital One, Nvidia, Dow Jones, Airline Thought Experiment, The FED, and The Psychology of Money
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On today’s episode, Wes is joined by Jeff Lloyd, Wealth Management Analyst for Capital Investment Advisors. They tackle the news about Walmart’s earnings announcements, Capital One agreeing to buy Discover Financial, Nvidia as a juggernaut, a rare change in the Dow Jones, and a thought experiment about airline monopolies. They then analyze the FED …
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