How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online businesses and real estate and how to travel the world for free. Every episode is packed with ac ...
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Join us for thought-provoking conversations that empower you to Earn and Invest wisely, shaping your future while making informed decisions today. Every Monday, our wide-ranging panel discussions explore various financial topics, fostering engaging conversations that challenge conventional wisdom and provide fresh perspectives. Then, on Thursdays, we delve into individual interviews, offering deep insights from experts who share their experiences and expertise. While we may not always uncove ...
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You can afford anything, but not everything. We make daily decisions about how to spend money, time, energy, focus and attention – and ultimately, our life. How do we make smarter decisions? How do we think from first principles? On the surface, Afford Anything seems like a podcast about money and investing. But under the hood, this is a show about how to think critically, recognize our behavioral blind spots, and make smarter choices. We’re into the psychology of money, and we love metacogn ...
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Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy. The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happ ...
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Join the Mad Fientist as he interviews personal-finance icons like Mr. Money Mustache, Ramit Sethi, and JL Collins to discover the strategies they used to achieve financial independence and retire early! Learn about investing, tax avoidance, entrepreneurship, travel hacking, real estate, and all things related to financial independence and early retirement!
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The Millionaire Money Podcast with Toyin Crandell teaches business owners and career professionals how to think like a millionaire, make wealthy decisions, and take strategic action to create the millionaire bank account and lifestyle you deserve. We’re here to answer one question: “How can you build wealth, get rest and create a lasting legacy while doing work that enriches you... without skipping the lattes?" If you want to know the answer, subscribe to our podcast and we'll see you next W ...
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Well Kept Wallet Podcast - Personal Finance Show that Helps You Achieve Your Financial Goals
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The Well Kept Wallet Podcast with Deacon Hayes is all about getting you from where you are to where you want to be when it comes to your career, money and lifestyle. In this podcast, Deacon will interview people from all different types of careers who love what they do for a living. The goal is to help you in your search to find a job that you love. Check out WellKeptWallet.com for more tips on how to achieve your goals in life when it comes to your career, money and lifestyle.
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Q&A: We Just Had a Baby and Lost Half Our Income
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1:04:03#617: Austin and his wife are worried about moving to a single-income household while supporting two kids. Should they free up cash flow by paying off a car loan, or tighten up and stay the course? Paul has been retired for seven years, but still can’t shake his anxiety about not having enough. Is there a good way to know when he’s finally escaped …
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638. Ten Things About Being American (Solo)
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34:17I've been spending the last two weeks in Europe and it has made me reflect on what it means to be American in the world today. In this ten things episode I chat about what I've been thinking about: both good and bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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551 | Roundup: Buy vs. Rent, Mortgage Amortization, Minimalism and More
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59:00Lets dive into the emotional and practical considerations of paying off a mortgage early, explore the benefits and drawbacks, personal experiences, and broader financial implications of renting versus owning a home. Key Topics and Timestamps Introduction to Mortgage Conversations (00:00:00) Overview of the episode’s focus on mortgages, buying vs. r…
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How Hackers Are Stealing Your Retirement $50 at a Time, with former CIA hacker Dr. Eric Cole
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1:49:30#616: Two school teachers in Ohio saved their entire lives for one dream — buying a farm. When they inherited $1.3 million and found the perfect property for $1.2 million, everything seemed perfect. Five days before closing, they received what looked like a legitimate email from their closing company with wire transfer instructions. They sent the m…
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637. Rewind: Discovering Your Heroic Potential: A Conversation with Brian Johnson
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1:08:18Join us for a transformative conversation with Brian Johnson, author of "Arete" and the visionary behind the Heroic app. Together, we explore practical strategies to bridge the divide between your current self and your aspirational identity. Brian shares profound insights on the seven objectives that pave the way to living a truly heroic life. Lear…
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Episode 430: How Christina Pivoted Careers, Tripled Her Income & Is Now on Track for Financial Independence with a $1.5M Goal
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41:33This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m speaking to fellow Journeyer, Christina Cates, a pediatric surgery physician assistant in Florida who pivoted from her career as a dietitian to triple her income and build a path toward financial independence (FI). Christina first discovered the FI movement through the Journey to Launch podcast and we…
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Q&A: We Saved $1.2 Million But We’re Still Renting. Should We Buy?
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1:12:01#615: Emily is nervous that buying their first home will derail her family’s journey to financial independence. What’s the smartest way to deploy their savings and stay on track? Based on cap rate calculations, Paul’s real estate investments have appreciated beyond their sensible holding point. Should he sell his assets, or is there more to conside…
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636. Does Gig Work Suck (Rewind) w/ How to Money
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1:09:24Rewind: Does gig work suck? Joel and Matt of the How to Money podcast join me to talk about their recent episode about the insidious nature of gig work. We talk the good, bad, and ugly. They also provide some tips about how to utilize the asset most effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Getting Personal with Personal Finance: Meghan & Ginger | Ep 550
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46:51Ginger interviews Meghan Combs, who shares her journey to financial independence after recently getting married. They discuss budgeting strategies, the significance of personal values in spending, and adapting financial goals amid life transitions. Meghan reflects on her net worth of $527,000 and the impact of automating savings, as well as her des…
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First Friday: The Dollar Is Weak, Bonds Are Expensive, and We Owe WWII-Level Debt
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56:24#614: The US just added 139,000 new jobs in May. That beat expectations. But the real story isn't in the job numbers — it’s in the bond market. Something unusual is happening in bonds. Treasury yields are spiking. The dollar is weakening. That combination almost never happens together. And it's signaling concerns about future inflation. Trade wars …
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We talk to Daniel Crosby, author of The Soul of Wealth, about the wallet-body connection. How does our health effect or wealth and vice versa. Daniel backs up his novel opinions with the research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Episode 429- How to Learn Less, Do More & Avoid Burnout on the Path to Financial Freedom w/ Pat Flynn
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49:22This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, I’m joined by Pat Flynn—digital entrepreneur, founder of Smart Passive Income, creator of Deep Pocket Monster, and author of Lean Learning: How to Achieve More by Learning Less. Pat shares how getting laid off from his dream job led to building a thriving online business, and how he’s stayed grounded whil…
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Rachel Rodgers: This Multimillionaire Started With $330,000 in Debt and a $41,000 Salary
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1:37:19#613: Rachel Rodgers graduated from law school with $330,000 in student loans. Her starting salary? Just $41,000. Most people would have accepted this crushing debt-to-income ratio. They'd slowly chip away at payments for decades. Rodgers had a different plan. She deferred her loans and started her own virtual law practice in 2008 — during the rece…
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Today we discuss ten things about wealth. What makes you feel wealthy? Is it spending money? In this episode we are going to talk about a different way to think about wealth outside of net worth. Plus, some community time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Deep Dive: Taxable Brokerage Accounts | Ep 549
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52:04Episode Summary: Taxable brokerage accounts are often overlooked but are essential for building wealth and achieving early retirement. Brad Barrett and Cody Garrett highlight their flexibility, tax advantages, and strategic value. Cody Garrett provides insights on how to effectively navigate these accounts, dismantling common misconceptions while s…
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How to Know If You're Cut Out for Entrepreneurship Before You Risk Everything, with Grant Sabatier
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1:17:46Grant Sabatier never worked in retail, never worked in a bookstore, and had no idea what he was doing when he opened Clintonville Books in Columbus, Ohio. But that's exactly the point. The experiment required 1,200 hours of solo work — measuring spaces, moving 40,000 books, and navigating city regulations. But it taught him something crucial: even …
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633. ChatGPT for the Financial Win (Community Episode)
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54:23In this community episode we discuss a Yahoo Finance article by Ivana Pino. Can and should you use Artificial Intelligence to help you budget? Ivana gives us some prompts for ChatGPT and we discuss there effectiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Episode 428: Student Loans in 2025: What You Need to Know Now with Travis Hornsby
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36:40In this episode of Journey to Launch, I’m joined once again by Travis Hornsby, founder of Student Loan Planner. Travis returns to break down the current state of student loans, including what’s changed under the Biden and Trump administrations, what borrowers should expect moving forward, and how to navigate the uncertainty with smart, strategic pl…
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Q&A: Is It REALLY Different This Time?
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1:09:25#611: With the state of the world changing so rapidly, Lesley is struggling to accept that “this time isn’t different.” Does the past still reliably inform the present in the face of major decisions today? An anonymous caller and her husband want to achieve financial independence through real estate within 10 years. Is it better to pay off existing…
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In this solo episode we delve into ten things about Earn & Invest. I have been making this podcast since 2018 and it has changed in notable ways. If you enjoy the show, here is a chance to learn the backstory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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In this episode of ChooseFI, Ryan Brennan, founder of the FI Service Corps, dives into his journey within the financial independence (FI) community and how he is merging it with the spirit of volunteering. The discussion explores Ryan's background as a recovering CPA, his transition into this new venture, and the pilot events that successfully comb…
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Your Goals Might Be Killing You (Literally), with Sebastien Page
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1:34:59In 2005, Sebastien Page nearly died from a mysterious bacterial infection that doctors couldn't diagnose for a week. A single observant physician noticed cuts on his toes from running in wet terrain and connected the dots. The experience forced Page to confront mortality — and completely changed how he thinks about goals. Page, the chief investment…
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631. Revisiting The Simple Path w/ JL Collins
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51:11JL Collins joins me to discuss a revisitation of The Simple Path To Wealth. Has anything changed since this fundamental investing text was published? We chat about the newly updated version and how times are or are not different now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Episode 427: The Long Game of Wealth Building & Staying the Course with JL Collins
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1:03:00This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m excited to welcome back the often called “Godfather of Financial Independence”, JL Collins, author of the bestselling book The Simple Path to Wealth. In this episode, we dive into how to stay calm and confident in today’s unpredictable market and why keeping it simple is still the most effective path …
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Q&A: How Not To Screw Up Retirement Spending
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1:18:49Eva is approaching financial independence, but she’s worried about messing up the transition. How does she set her portfolio up for success during the drawdown years of early retirement? Former financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy and I deep-dive into this question in today’s episode. Enjoy! P.S. Got a question? Leave it here. Episodes about the Efficie…
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In this solo episode, in run up to our episode on Thursday with JL Collin's, I will be discussing the importance of friendship. JL and I have been friends since 2018 and interviewing him again has made me think quite a bit about the role friends play in our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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The Simple Path Revisited in 2025 With JL Collins | Ep 547
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1:07:17In this episode, JL Collins discusses the transformative principles of financial independence outlined in his renowned book, The Simple Path to Wealth. Collins emphasizes the simplicity of investing, the power of living below your means, and the crucial role of compounding returns in achieving financial freedom. The conversation also touches on the…
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The Stoic Path to Wealth, with Billionaire Investor and Philanthropist Robert Rosenkrantz
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1:25:18#608: At age seven, Robert Rosenkrantz made a decision that would shape his entire life: he would take full responsibility for his future. As a child, Rosenkrantz watched his parents struggle financially. His father was unemployed for two years, and his mother worked as a drugstore clerk. Their financial insecurity was painfully obvious to young Ro…
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629. This Parable Will Change Your Financial Life w/ Leisa Peterson
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54:40Leisa Peterson's new book, The Money Catalyst, is a profound parable about the role money plays in our life. How do we take charge of this important aspect of life without succumbing to it? Leisa provides some answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Episode 426: The Ambition Trap — How to Stop Chasing & Start Living with Amina AlTai
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40:18This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I am sharing a powerful conversation I had with Amina AlTai—holistic leadership coach, chronic illness advocate and author of The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living - to unpack the truths behind ambition, burnout, and redefining success. We explore the emotional and cultural roots of ambi…
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Q&A: Remember When Money Advice Came From Just One Book at the Library?
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1:24:46#607: George is a worried baby boomer, wondering if today’s generation is drowning in the noise of today’s financial landscape. How does one find a balance between information and overload? Heather is stunned by the notion that renting could make more financial sense than buying. Where she’s from, the numbers seem to always swing in favor of owning…
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In this ten things episode we are getting ready for our discussion with Leisa Peterson about her book, The Money Catalyst. Why is storytelling important and, more importantly, what are the risks? Today we answer both questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Sleep Masterclass | Dr. Bobby Dubois | Ep 546
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57:50Dr. Bobby DuBois returns to discuss the essential role of sleep in achieving financial independence and enhancing overall health. He addresses the worrying trend of sleep deprivation among Americans and its significant consequences on heart health, weight management, and cognitive functionality. This episode is filled with evidence-based insights a…
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Can You Really Afford to Die? - with Hospice and Oncology Nurse Suzanne O’Brien
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1:17:52#606: Hospice nurse and end-of-life educator Suzanne O’Brien joins us to discuss the financial realities of dying in America — and they might surprise you. Remember Aretha Franklin? Her handwritten will was found in her couch cushions after she passed away. Despite her substantial wealth, this simple document was legally upheld. It's a powerful rem…
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627. If I Had a Million Dollars w/ Sam Dogen
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49:44Sam Dogen is the force behind the Financial Samurai blog. He has written a new book called Millionaire Milestones. In this episode we chat about whether a million dollars is what it used to be and how to become an inevitable millionaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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Episode 425- Looking Back On My Early Retirement Dream- My Vision Then vs My Reality Now
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29:42In this solo episode, I’m revisiting a blog post I wrote eight years ago—one where I boldly declared that I wanted to retire by 40. You’ll hear me read the post out loud and reflect on what actually came true, what’s changed since then, and the parts I didn’t expect. If you've ever thought about what your life could look like beyond the 9–5 or you'…
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Q&A: My Boss Said Return to Office. So I’m Quitting.
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46:57#605: In light of recent federal mandates to return to the office, Pedro is having a hard time giving up on his fully remote lifestyle. Is there a creative solution to his dilemma? An anonymous caller is excited to move abroad permanently. How should she structure her investments to support her international lifestyle while maintaining a home base …
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On this ten things episode we chat about ten things about a million dollars. In preparation for Sam Dogen's new book, Millionaire Milestones, we discuss whether a million dollars is what it used to be. Also, how important is net worth anyway? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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