Best Paula Pant Cumulus Podcast Network Podcasts (2024)

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Q&A: When a Million Dollars Feels Like a Burden 1:09:06

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#556: An anonymous caller was raised to work hard, live below his means, and save. He feels undeserving of his recent $1,000,000 inheritance and struggles to spend it. What should he do? Jack bought a house with a seven-year adjustable-rate mortgage. He’s confused about when and how he should refinance out of it. What should he do? Jack is also won…

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MadFientist: The Hardest Part of Early Retirement Wasn't the Money 1:02:57

4d ago1:02:57

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#555: Brandon Ganch (known online as MadFientist) joins us from Scotland to share how his life has transformed since retiring in 2016 at age 34. “I thought retirement was an age, not a function,” he said. “And when I realized it was just a math function, it changed my entire life.” Eight years into retirement, Brandon talks about how his spending a…

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The Most Expensive Election Trade Ever Made (A Cautionary Tale) 50:34

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#554: The U.S. jobs market hit a surprising speed bump in October, adding just 12,000 new jobs — way below the expected 100,000. A mix of natural disasters and labor unrest explains the slump. Recent hurricanes in the Southeast wiped out somewhere between 40,000 to 70,000 jobs, while strikes at Boeing and other companies added to the slowdown. Agai…

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The Brutal Money Truth No One Wants to Hear, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila 1:38:56

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#553: This is the third and final episode in a three-part series. Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila join us to share 21 harsh truths about building wealth. This episode focuses on the final 11 harsh truths, following up on their previous conversations about the first 10 harsh truths. The conversation begins with a key distinction: poor people buy…

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The Harsh Truths About Money, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila 1:48:11

4d ago1:48:11

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#552: In this special three-part series, we discuss some of the 21 Harsh Truths About Money. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode552 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Paula Pant | Cumulus Podcast Network

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The Dark Experiment That Explains Your Money Problems, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila 1:25:14

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#551: Financial psychologist Dr. Brad Klontz and Youtuber Adrian Brambila join us to talk about money psychology, starting with a dark but revealing story about an experiment with dogs. Scientists put dogs in electrified cages from which they couldn't escape. Eventually, the dogs stopped trying to escape and just lay down, even when later moved to …

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Paul Merriman: The 4-Fund Strategy That Beats the S&P 500 1:04:50

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#550: Paul Merriman, a former wealth manager turned financial educator, joins us to share investing wisdom that could reshape how you think about your money. We kick things off talking about portfolio diversification. Paul suggests a simple four-fund strategy that includes large cap, small cap, and value stocks. He says this mix has historically be…

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Am I Wrong to Worry About Retirement, with $2 Million Saved? 1:15:36

15d ago1:15:36

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#549: Steven is stuck on the question of financial stability. How do you know if you have it? Is there an objective answer based on net worth? Or is it a calculation relative to your income and age? Jack isn’t sure how to factor his house into his net worth. It’s an asset, but he has a mortgage against it, and there are transaction costs associated…

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Is Your Retirement Safe in Today's Economy?, with Dr. Karsten Jeske (Big ERN) 1:19:07

19d ago1:19:07

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#548: Economist Dr. Karsten Jeske talks with us about the current economic landscape. Karsten, who retired at 44, breaks down the Fed's recent decisions and how they might affect our finances. He explains how markets often anticipate interest rate changes before they happen. Karsten challenges traditional views on inflation and unemployment, tellin…

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Ask Paula: “We Have $2 Million at 40 – Now What?” 1:14:26

22d ago1:14:26

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#547: An anonymous caller and her husband have a $2 million net worth at 40, but they’re worried that the one-fund portfolio that got them there isn’t good enough anymore. Are they right? Jared feels frustrated that so much personal finance media is centered around tech and freelance workers. Does Paula and Joe have negotiation advice for someone i…

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The Surprising Economic Proposal Both Candidates Agree On 1:31:12

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#546: The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by half a percentage point. What does this mean for your mortgage, your savings account, and the economy at large? In this First Friday economic episode, we dive deep into the Fed's decision. But that's just the beginning. As the presidential election looms, we'll also unpack the economic proposals f…

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Retire at 30? The Math Behind Making Work Optional 1:11:23

29d ago1:11:23

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#545: Kat feels thrown off. She’s realizing that the simple investing strategy that nearly 5x’d her portfolio in six years might be unwise. Should she course correct? And how? Ryan and his wife are torn between buying what they want (a single-family house) and what seems prudent (a multi-family house). How do they decide? Is there a third way? At 3…

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How to Face Your Financial Fears 44:35

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#544: Remember that time you found a $20 bill in an old jacket pocket? The rush of excitement, followed by the quick mental math of what you could buy with it? That's your money mindset at work. In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology behind our financial decisions. You'll hear about the three money mindsets: anxious, obsessed, and avoida…

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How to Handle 7 Types of Hardball Negotiation Tactics, so You Can Earn More and Spend Less 1:13:44

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#543: Picture this: You're at a car dealership, trying to get the best price on your dream car. The salesperson hits you with a "take it or leave it" offer. Your palms are sweaty, your heart's racing. What do you do? That's just one of the tricky situations we dive into in this episode. We're tackling seven types of hardball negotiation tactics tha…

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Are We All Financial Hypochondriacs? Why We Feel Broke, Even When Our Bank Accounts Are Full 39:05

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#542: Ever feel like you're never doing enough with your money, even when your finances look good on paper? You're not alone. Katie Gatti Tassin, host of the Money with Katie podcast, dives into a phenomenon called "money dysmorphia" in today’s interview. She shares how she got flooded with responses when she asked her listeners about money dysmorp…

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Your Dream Retirement Might Hinge on This One Choice, featuring Katie Gatti Tassin, host of Money with Katie 33:19

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#541: Ever wondered if you're making the right choice between a Traditional and Roth 401(k)? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie Gatti Tassin, host of MorningBrew’s Money with Katie podcast, joins us to tackle this common retirement savings dilemma. We deep-dive into the debate between using Traditional vs. Roth 401(k) accounts for retirement …

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GREATEST HITS: The Science of Empathy, with Stanford Professor Jamil Zaki 1:00:33

2M ago1:00:33

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Originally aired August 2023: Stanford psychology professor Jamil Zaki shares his research and findings around the science of empathy – and how we can apply this to improving our relationships with colleagues, clients, customers, co-founders, and business and investing cohorts. Zaki is the director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab, and the a…

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Secrets to Getting Promoted, from Harvard Business Alum Leslie Zane 1:26:27

2M ago1:26:27

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#540: What can M&Ms, McDonalds, Harry Potter, Aquafina, Taylor Swift, Jeopardy, and Bed Bath & Beyond teach us about landing a dream job or securing a promotion? Plenty. Imagine you're at a job interview. You've rehearsed your answers, polished your resume, and you're feeling confident. But what if the key to landing that job isn't just about your …

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Ask Paula: Escaping a $100K Tax Nightmare 1:03:30

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#539: An anonymous caller feels trapped. She owes $100,000 in back taxes on earnings she had to give up as a result of a lawsuit with her former business partner. What should she do? Saul and his wife want to retire in Mexico but they don’t want to give up the ability to continue investing in US stocks. Can they buy a primary residence that doubles…

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Fed Forecasts, Buffett's Birthday, and Selena Gomez's Billion-Dollar Brand 38:13

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#538: The latest jobs report just dropped, and it's a game-changer. Job creation numbers are lower than expected, at 142,000 new jobs in August. This comes on the heels of the biggest downward revision in job numbers since 2009. We're diving deep into what this means for the Federal Reserve's long-anticipated first rate cut. Are we looking at a mod…

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Ask Paula: “I Ran Out of Gas with 85 Cents in My Bank Account” 1:30:52

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#537: Frequent contributor Joe Saul-Sehy shares an emotional, personal story of getting into a soul-crushing level of debt in his 20s and early 30s. He owed so much in back taxes to the IRS that he didn’t file a tax return for three years. He ran out of gas and was stranded on the side of the highway, with 85 cents remaining in his bank account. By…

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The Psychology of Quitting Your Job, with Dr. Tessa West 56:37

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#536: NYU Psychology Professor Dr. Tessa West has spent nearly two decades studying relationships, including those in the workplace. She talks about her research on why people feel disconnected from their jobs and what to do about it. Dr. West breaks down five main ways people might feel unhappy at work: 1. Crisis of identity: This is when you've p…

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Ask Paula: Is Your DIY Investing Strategy Holding You Back? 46:55

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#535: Melissa and her partner are preparing for the best earning years of their lives. Could they benefit from automated tax-loss harvesting and transition from DIY investing to a robo-advisor? An anonymous caller just learned something surprising about their Roth 401k and feels squeamish about making future contributions to this account. What’s Pa…

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What You Can Learn From the CEO Who Built KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut 1:40:02

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#534: We sit down with David Novak, the co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, the giant parent company behind KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and the Habit Burger Grill. David shares stories from his remarkable career, offering insights into leadership, decision-making, and personal growth. We dive into one of David’s most memorable projects: the cr…

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Q&A: My Insurance Bill Jumped 60 Percent – Should I Drop It?! 1:08:47

3M ago1:08:47

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#533: Kristin is floored by the 60 percent increase in her homeowner’s insurance this year. Should she cancel the policy and self-insure instead? Susana and her husband are torn. They bought their dream home last year but now need to relocate indefinitely. What should they do with the house? An anonymous caller wants to help his soon-to-be wife inv…

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How to Get a Bigger Paycheck 1:03:43

3M ago1:03:43

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#532: We’re diving deep into the art of negotiation, especially when it comes to asking for a raise. The episode is broken down into three main parts, each designed to give you practical tools and insights that you can apply right away. First up, setting the stage. Before you even think about negotiating, it’s crucial to understand the difference b…

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Mastering the Art of Negotiation, with Jeff Wetzler, Ed.D. 1:13:57

3M ago1:13:57

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#531: Let's talk about negotiations. You know, those back-and-forth talks where you try to get the best deal possible on a used car, a house, or a couch on Facebook Marketplace? Or when you ask your boss for a raise? Turns out, asking the right questions can be a game-changer. According to Jeff Wetzler, Ed.D., people often hold back information whe…

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The Overlooked Power of Stock-Based Compensation, with Brian Feroldi 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

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#530: We sit down with financial educator Brian Feroldi to dive into the often-overlooked world of stock-based compensation. This form of compensation is becoming more common, especially in large companies, but many employees don’t fully understand how to make the most of it. Brian helps break down the basics, explaining what stock-based compensati…

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Q&A: The Unintended Consequences of Early Retirement 1:16:54

3M ago1:16:54

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#529: Anonymous, 60, recently lost her job and is worried about retirement. She owns a paid-off triplex, living in one unit and renting the others for $30,000 a year. She used her 401(k) funds to buy the triplex and now has $50,000 in retirement savings and $150,000 in cash. She expects only $2,400 a month from Social Security at age 67. After losi…

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The Stock Market is in Panic Mode and the Unemployment Rate Jumped – But Everything’s Fine 31:49

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#528: The Federal Reserve recently decided to hold interest rates steady, leading to significant shifts in the stock market. The Dow dropped over 850 points, and the NASDAQ entered correction territory, falling more than 10% from its peak. But what do these numbers mean for you? We break down the latest jobs report, which shows a rise in unemployme…

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Q&A: Can They Be Financially Independent in Five Years … By Breaking the Rules? 1:00:55

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#527: Luke and his wife are breaking some personal finance rules in the name of financial independence. Are they right to take this approach or is there a better way? Christina is worried. She’s retired with a paid-off condo in Florida. But rising fees, insurance rates, and a major HOA assessment are killing her cash flow. Is it time to become a re…

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The Real Reasons People Make Bad Investment Decisions, with Finance Professor Meir Statman 1:05:40

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#526: Recorded LIVE on stage at the Morningstar Conference in Chicago! We chat with behavioral finance professor Meir Statman. He breaks down the differences between standard finance and behavioral finance, making it clear that understanding human behavior is an essential part of investing. Statman starts by explaining that standard finance assumes…

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Michael Kitces: Is the Economy Worse Than We Think? 1:43:07

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#525: We chat with renowned financial advisor Michael Kitces at the Morningstar Investor Conference in Chicago. Kitces answers a big question: Is the economy worse than we think? He explains that a few big companies like Nvidia, Meta, and Alphabet are holding up the S&P 500. But this doesn’t mean the economy is bad. It's common for a small group of…

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Q&A: Don’t Waste Your Inheritance! Here’s How 1:05:56

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#524: Mark and his partner will soon inherit an IRA worth over a quarter million dollars. With today’s elevated interest rates, would throwing it all at a primary residence be the smartest play? An anonymous caller and his girlfriend are musicians who dream of building a home with a monetizable recording studio. How do they untangle personal wants …

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The Power of Deep Work, with Google’s Productivity Expert Laura Mae Martin 50:27

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#523: How much is an hour of your time worth? Google's Executive Productivity Advisor , Laura Mae Martin, joins us to answer that question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Paula Pant | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Q&A: Help! I’m STUCK On A Financial Tracking Hamster Wheel 1:07:33

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#522: Emily Anne is worried about her obsessive tracking behavior. She’s in great financial shape but struggles to shake the constant compulsion to check her accounts. What should she do? An anonymous caller and his partner plan to use geo-arbitrage to retire early before reaching their financial independence number. Can they have their cake and ea…

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Behind-the-Scenes with Paula and Joe 40:15

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#521: If you're a longtime listener, you'll enjoy this candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about entrepreneurship and growth between Paula Pant and former financial advisor and Stacking Benjamins host Joe Saul-Sehy. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode521 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast…

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How The Supreme Court's Chevron Ruling Could Impact Retirement 44:06

4M ago44:06

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#520: Happy 248th birthday, USA! In this 5th of July First Friday economic update, we cover five topics: the economic impact of elections in the UK; the S&P 500 topping 5500; the effect of the Supreme Court’s Chevron ruling on Social Security and retirement planning; the latest jobs report; and California’s new law allowing accessory dwelling units…

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Jim Kwik: Secrets to a Smarter Brain 1:24:35

4M ago1:24:35

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#519: We sit down with Jim Kwik, a brain coach and expert in memory improvement, speed reading, and optimal learning. As a child, Jim suffered a brain injury that made learning difficult. He was labeled "the boy with the broken brain," which deeply affected his confidence and performance in school. Today, he’s an expert in memory, focus, learning, …

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Rachel Rodgers: The Million Dollar Mindset 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

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#518: If you want to learn about building wealth through entrepreneurship, you’ll enjoy this episode. When Rachel Rodgers graduated from law school, she didn’t take the conventional path to working at a big law firm. Instead, she opened her own practice, specializing in intellectual property law. Many of her clients were entrepreneurs and small bus…

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Should I Raid My Retirement Plan to Buy Real Estate? 1:13:08

4M ago1:13:08

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#517: Kimiko is dismayed that the asset allocation books she’s read led her down a path to an underperforming portfolio heavy in ex-US stock investments. Where should she go from here? Julie and her husband dream of owning a vacation rental in the Denver area even though the math doesn’t add up. It seems like everyone around can make it work though…

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Dr. Brian Klaas: The Secret to Financial Resilience 1:05:27

4M ago1:05:27

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#516: Have you ever wondered how small, seemingly insignificant actions can have massive impacts on your financial life? In today's episode, we talk to Dr. Brian Klaas, a Professor at University College London and an affiliate researcher at the University of Oxford. He explains how our decisions can lead to unintended and unanticipated consequences…

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Q&A: Sell Your Home or Stay Put? 56:44

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Jessica and her husband are juggling two home sales and one home purchase within the next two to four years. How do they execute wisely while navigating a tight real estate market? Zerai works two jobs that both offer a pension and retirement plan. Can he take advantage of everything at his disposal or must he make some tough choices? Emily and her…

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Why the Latest Economic Report is a Rorschach Test 35:24

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#514: The S&P 500 hit a record high — and the GameStop guy is back, and he now owns 9 million shares of GME, making him the 4th largest shareholder. Interest rates from remain the same, and are expected to hold steady until September. Inflation remains unchanged from last month. Last month we saw a massive explosion of new jobs, at 272,000 — nearly…

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Bachelorette Star Jason Tartick: The Truth About Financial Infidelity 1:02:55

5M ago1:02:55

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#513: Jason Tartick, a former banker and TV star from The Bachelorette, discusses finances in relationships. He describes eight crucial questions about money that every couple should discuss. When a couple is dating, but before they get serious, he says, each person should divulge their debt-to-income ratio. This is your monthly debt payments divid…

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Don't Let One Big Bill Blow Up Your Budget (Here's How) 1:02:20

5M ago1:02:20

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#512: An anonymous caller who received a large inheritance feels paralyzed by all the investment philosophies he’s read about. How does he pick a winning strategy he can stick with? Josh is an expectant dad looking to buy a bigger house but doesn’t know how much everything will cost. Should he save more or invest more? Another anonymous caller worr…

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Q&A: "I'm Scared of Running Out of Money in Retirement!" 53:12

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#511: Sara is five years from retirement with a paid-off house. But she’s worried that her money will run out before she turns 80. What does she need to do now to protect her future self? Lauren is a personal finance nerd who gets it. But one question perplexes her: When should she should choose an ETF over an index mutual fund? What about vice ver…

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How to Master the Psychology of Persuasion, with Michael McQueen 53:44

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#510: Maybe you’re trying to convince: – Your spouse | to embrace the FIRE movement. – Your teenage kids | to invest some of their summer job money in stocks. – Your neighbor | to sell you their house in a private, off-market deal. – Your boss | to give you more vacation time. – Your client | to pay you more. Today’s episode is about how to change …

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I’m Retiring at Age 34 and a Half! 44:24

5M ago44:24

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#509: Rob wants to retire early, but a real estate investment led to $30,000 of credit card debt. Should he take on more debt to pay it off? An anonymous return caller took Paula’s advice and ran with it, doubling her income within a few years. Should she update her investment strategy now that she’s in a higher tax bracket? Humaira is tired of pay…

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Stanford Researcher Dr. Mary Murphy on How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset 54:48

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#508: Recently I chatted with Stanford researcher Dr. Mary Murphy, a renowned expert in the field of psychological and brain sciences. Dr. Murphy, who is a Professor at Indiana University and conducts research at Stanford University, shared insights into the concepts of fixed mindset and growth mindset. We deep dived into her extensive research on …

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