Best Sean Clements Podcasts (2023)

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Light Beer Dark Money

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It’s time to expand the U.S. House 35:58

6h ago35:58

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Chris and Sean discuss the presidential election, the impact of Cornell West, the Koch network’s endorsement Nikki Haley, and whether someone will actually hit Trump. Then they dive into a discussion of how to reform the U.S. House of Representatives to be more responsive to the American people - Sean proposes doubling the number of House members t…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Chelsea Peretti, James Mannion, Ben Rodgers 1:38:53

3d ago1:38:53

1:38:53

Beloved comedian Chelsea Peretti of Farts and Pro fame joins Scott once again to talk about the relaunch of her iconic podcast Call Chelsea Peretti, bear attacks, and her bio. Then, census taker Micah Fellows stops by to talk about his life as a census taker. Plus, Uncle Jellyfish brings Little Pepper the Singing and Dancing Boy for a very special …

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Catching Up To FI

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048 | Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk | Cameron Huddleston 1:19:24

3d ago1:19:24

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Today we're excited to chat with Cameron Huddleston, the author of "Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations With Your Parents About Their Finances." Cameron is an award-winning journalist with 20 years of experience writing about personal finance. Her work has appeared in Forbes, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, Chicago Tribu…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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The Killer with Marie Bardi 2:25:52

3d ago2:25:52

2:25:52

We’re wrapping up our Fincher series with his latest release - a stripped-down, gig-economy hitman thriller - THE KILLER. Is Michael Fassbender’s unnamed hitman actually good at his job, or a total goober? How do your friends at Blank Check feel about The Smiths? Where do the Two Friends put MANK in their final Fincher rankings? And - is Griffin ok…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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Swing voters in AZ are ready to shake up politics 38:55

8d ago38:55

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Sean talks to Rich Thau from SwingVoterProject.com about a recent focus group he conducted in Arizona with swing voters. No one is happy with the choices they have - and it will be a potential shock to the system depending on how they cast their vote next year. This wide ranging discussion is a must listen if you care about Presidential politics or…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Jon Hamm, Drew Tarver, Ryan Gaul 1:09:13

9d ago1:09:13

1:09:13

The strike is over and stars are back! Actor and friend of the show Jon Hamm returns to talk about the new fifth chapter of FX’s Fargo, The Morning Show, and how actors secretly memorize lines on set. Then, music festival expert Jesse stops by to recommend what to do at Coachella. Plus, finance expert Doug Gropes returns to discuss his program to m…

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Catching Up To FI

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047 | My Other Vehicle is a 401(k)! | Diana Falck 1:07:34

10d ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Today, we welcome to the show: Diana Falck! Diana is a 52-year-old retired wife, stepmom to six, Glamma to six, and financial literacy advocate residing in Arizona. Diana is also on the staff of Catching Up to FI as our Facebook group administrator and social media manager. Diana has an inspiring story of persistence, diligence, and compassion. Bur…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Mank with Sean Fennessey 2:33:57

10d ago2:33:57

2:33:57

Nerts! Are you folks ready to get MANK-PILLED? We advise that you start by “mankro-dosing” David Fincher’s 2020 exploration of the life and times of cantankerous screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz. The Big Picture’s Sean Fennessey joins us to chat about Fincher’s first Netflix feature, and we’re asking all the important questions. Would this film ha…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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It’s a Tour de Force - so much to cover! Must listen episode! 59:03

13d ago59:03

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Chris and Sean cover a ton of news - the Israel/Gaza conflict, the march for Israel in DC, the attack on the DNC by pro-Hamas demonstrators, Hillary Clinton’s clear stance on the issue vs. Obama’s milquetoast response. They talk about the insanity of the young people on TikTok “discovering” the Letter to America from Osama Bin Landin and the spat b…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Edgar Wright, Paul F. Tompkins, Vic Michaelis, Matt Apodaca 1:47:13

16d ago1:47:13

1:47:13

Writer/director extraordinaire Edgar Wright joins Scott to talk about his new animated Netflix series “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.” Then, undersea explorer Brock Lovett returns to talk about his quest to recover twenty billion dollars from a sunken Spanish Galleon. Afterwards, visual artist Quiet the Mime stops by to talk about their journey into mimi…

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Catching Up To FI

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046 | Live from Bali! | Stacking Benjamins 1:13:27

17d ago1:13:27

1:13:27

Today's episode is a live recording from the FI Freedom Retreat that took place in Bali, Indonesia October 2023. Amy Minkley was the event organizer and there were approx. 45 in attendance at this event from all over the globe. Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins Podcast and Becky Heptig from Catching Up To FI hosted a few of the attendees to get…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Gone Girl with Esther Zuckerman 3:13:27

17d ago3:13:27

3:13:27

“Amazing Amy” meets “Awkwardly-Smiling Affleck” in Fincher’s darkly comic masterpiece - an instant classic from that first shot of Rosamund Pike’s pretty head. The delightful Esther Zuckerman (who will definitely NOT “gone girl” her boyfriend) joins us to discuss this impressive work of adaptation. We’re asking all the big questions - is “Amazing A…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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The future of the GOP hangs in the balance 30:02

20d ago30:02

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The third GOP Presidential debate provided interesting discussion, but in the end, was largely meaningless. We know that DeSantis is playing it safe, Nikki Haley is kicking ass and taking names, Ramaswamy is proving to be as insufferable as we expected and Tim Scott and Chris Christie are dead men walking. The GOP suffered big losses in Tuesday’s e…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Dan Wilson, Paul Rust, Erin Keif, Casey Feigh 1:26:51

23d ago1:26:51

1:26:51

Singer-songwriter Dan Wilson joins Scott to talk about the return of Semisonic, his meeting with Liam Gallagher, and performs a song from the new Semisonic album “Little Bit of Sun.” Then, entertainment reporter AJ Zap stops by to share his entertainment predictions for 2024. Later, illusionist Criss Angel drops by to talk about his Vegas show Mind…

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Catching Up To FI

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045 | Year End Tax Planning | Sean Mullaney 1:07:33

27d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

Today we welcome back Sean Mullaney to the show! Also known as FITaxGuy, Sean is a financial planner who offers fee-only and advice-only financial planning at Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. He was first on the show back in Episode 013 to discuss the basics of retirement accounts and the tax aspects of those accounts in the accumulation and drawdown…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo with Fran Hoepfner 2:49:50

24d ago2:49:50

2:49:50

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo? More like The Girl Who Go On Computer! The Girl with the Fruit Tattoo - Fran Hoepfner - joins us as we dive into Fincher’s 2011 Nordic noir. How does Fincher’s take on Stieg Larsson’s international best-seller compare with the original Swedish version? What does Rooney Mara as Lisbeth Salander have in common with ET…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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World Series, Presidential politics, Israel and Hamas, powerlifting, and the U.S. House 44:16

30d ago44:16

44:16

Chris and Sean talk about the Diamondbacks unlikely run getting them to the World Series and what the future holds for the team. They discuss the state of the Presidential race, with Pence dropping out and what a general election would look like with 3rd party candidates, and whether Biden gets replaced by Michelle Obama at the Democratic conventio…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Felicia Day, Betsy Sodaro, Mano Agapion, Devin Field 1:23:50

1M ago1:23:50

1:23:50

Actor/writer Felicia Day joins Scott to talk about her new fantasy comedy Audible original Third Eye, Comic-Con parties, and brand deals. Then, twin actors Selma and Blair stop by to talk about spooky pranks they have pulled. Plus, director David Lynch drops by to pitch some new movie ideas.By Earwolf

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Catching Up To FI

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044 | Sponge Bob and Drawdown Strategies | Frank Vasquez 1:50:46

1M ago1:50:46

1:50:46

Today we're chatting with Frank Vasquez! Frank is a mostly retired lawyer with over 30 years' experience in investing for his own accounts. He holds degrees in Economics and Engineering from the California Institute of Technology and a law degree from Georgetown University. He is extremely active in the Financial Independence community, answering q…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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The Social Network 3:00:09

1M ago3:00:09

3:00:09

Let us take a walk down memory lane to when the Metaverse was but a twinkle in Zuck’s eye, to when Aaron Sorkin was just a much-respected writer and not yet a (groan) director…to when the idea of a prestige film about millennial tech bros seemed like a ludicrous proposition. My, how times have changed! THE SOCIAL NETWORK is one of the most influent…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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The Jewish-Arab Conflict is a Spiritual War 47:33

1M ago47:33

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Longtime guest and friend of Chris and Sean, John Desser, joins Chris for a hard hitting discussion on the conflict in the Middle East – touching on an article John wrote for the “All Israel News” entitled – “Historical and Biblical Knowledge Should Bring Moral Clarity to Israel’s War Against Hamas”. In the article, John touches on the spiritual as…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Sam Jay, Gil Ozeri, Greg Hess 1:23:28

1M ago1:23:28

1:23:28

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Sam Jay joins Scott to talk about her latest stand-up special Salute Me or Shoot Me, her time writing on SNL, and the differences between New York and Boston. Then, anarchist Bane returns to test out new material for his hour comedy special. Plus, entertainer Benny Sands stops by to talk about what happens during hi…

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Catching Up To FI

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043 | Retire Often | Jillian Johnsrud 1:11:44

1M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

Today we welcome Jillian Johnsrud to Catching Up to FI! Jillian is the author of "Fire the Haters: Finding Courage to Create Online In a Critical World," a blogger at montanamoneyadventures.com, a podcaster at Everyday Courage and Retire Often, and a Life Coach. When Jillian and her husband married, they had $55,000 in debt. They also had big dream…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button with Richard Lawson 2:34:59

1M ago2:34:59

2:34:59

2007’s THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON is a film that dares to ask the question, “What if he baby but old?” Despite the meme-ification of David Fincher’s trip to the uncanny valley, we are pleased to make our belated case for why this movie is GOOD, actually, and in step with the themes of Da Finch Man’s body of work - not a sappy outlier. Vani…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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American media buys the lies of Hamas 30:27

1M ago30:27

30:27

Chris and Sean discuss how the New York Times and other American media outlets are acting nearly treasonous with the false reporting about what is happening in Gaza. They get pretty fired up talking about how Hamas is a terrorist organization, which the media should absolutely not believe - ever. They also discuss the mess happening in the U.S. Hou…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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Karrin Taylor Robson Champions a Balanced Budget Amendment 22:03

2M ago22:03

22:03

Since the days of President Reagan, a bi-partisan group of Governors, business leaders and former Members of Congress have promoted the need for a Balanced Budget Amendment to the US Constitution. With today’s Congress unable to curb it lust for spending - which has led to runaway inflation and the decline in the US standard of living - a new effor…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Reggie Watts, Matt Gourley, Amanda Lund, Katie Rich, Holly Laurent 1:34:58

1M ago1:34:58

1:34:58

Friend of the show Reggie Watts sticks around after singing the theme song and talks to Scott about his new book “Great Falls, MT”, hamsters, and Superman. Then, Disneyland enthusiasts Cody and Codi stop by to talk about their love for Disney. Plus, soccer moms Janet and Leanne drop by to talk about their hobbies.…

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Catching Up To FI

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042 | The Banes of Financial Independence | Camp FI Midwest Live 51:52

2M ago51:52

51:52

On this special addition of Catching Up to FI, we get to hear a live panel from CampFI Midwest 2023 hosted by Becky, Diania Merriam of Optimal Finance Daily, and Jordan Grumet of Earn & Invest. The hosts discuss the surprising and maybe not-so-fun sides of financial independence and how to work through them. We also hear personal stories from the p…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Zodiac with Leslye Headland 2:36:07

2M ago2:36:07

2:36:07

This is the Zodiac speaking. I have recorded this podcast episode with Griffin, David, and the genius Leslye Headland because I am tired of the tangents on every other episode so far this Fincher series. With this episode, we’re getting into the CRAFT, the OBSESSION, the MADNESS, the MINUTIAE of David Fincher’s Gordian knot of a true crime mystery.…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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The world is rocked by Hamas attack on Israel 33:41

2M ago33:41

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The outrageous and brutal attack by Hamas on Israel has galvanized the world - and exposed many who still try to blame Israel for these atrocities. Chris and Sean dive into what this means, and where it might go. They applaud Biden’s strong speech, but discuss how the Biden administration must refreeze the $6 billion to Iran immediately. And, it’s …

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Subtitles ON with Sean Clements

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Opening Night with Gillian Jacobs and Griffin Newman 2:01:23

2M ago2:01:23

2:01:23

Sean talks to Gillian Jacobs and Griffin Newman about the movie Opening Night. They discuss John Cassavetes, Gena Rowlands, and growing as actors. Future episodes will be released sporadically, so we’ll let you know what movies will be covered on Instagram @TheFlagrantOnes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Bob Odenkirk, Edi Patterson, Tim Baltz, Heather Anne Campbell 1:26:35

2M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

Longtime friend of the show Bob Odenkirk joins Scott to talk about his new book “Zilot & Other Important Rhymes,” which he co-wrote with his two children. Then, W Hotel owner Bean Dip returns to talk about her experience with vampires. Later, LinkedIn’s Chief Innovation Officer Tom Boreman stops by to talk about what’s new at LinkedIn. Plus, Telli …

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Catching Up To FI

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041 | Money for the Rest of Us | David Stein 1:21:33

2M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

Today we're chatting with David Stein, host of the personal finance podcast Money for the Rest of Us. The show has over 20M downloads and reaches more than 40,000 listeners per episode. Prior to launching his podcast, David advised and managed assets for institutions and financial planners. He was a Chief Investment Strategist and Chief Portfolio S…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Panic Room with Eva Anderson 2:51:57

2M ago2:51:57

2:51:57

We’re scootin’ through some wild Manhattan real estate this week and locking ourselves into David Fincher’s PANIC ROOM with the wonderful Eva Anderson! Can you believe that Jodie Foster wasn’t even supposed to be in this movie? And that David Fincher was the one who braided Jared Leto’s cornrows? Just kidding about that last one. Come for Griffin’s…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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The Matt Gaetz Fundraising Bonanza 32:56

2M ago32:56

32:56

Matt Gaetz, Congressman from Hollywood, Florida doesn’t care if he has a plethora of ethics issues – he just wants power and #chicks, #clicks and #coin. So much so that his motion to vacate the Speakership was passed with 7 other members of the Republican Conference including Arizona’s own Andy Biggs and Eli Crane. The big question… now what? Meanw…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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Jamie Goulding has Been There 30:25

2M ago30:25

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Start-up founder Jamie Goulding is lowering the entry barriers for people to share their knowledge where everyone is already communicating - social platforms like LinkedIn. This means everyone in the world is now available to connect on his new mentoring platform BeenThere. Jamie’s mission is to inspire millions into mentorship, connecting more str…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Paul F. Tompkins, Mitra Jouhari, Lisa Gilroy 1:27:47

2M ago1:27:47

1:27:47

Ballroom dancing instructor Dolores Brainwater joins Scott to talk about making a fortune dancing, her former dancing partner/sweetheart, and M*A*S*H. Then, intern Casey from Ohio stops by to talk about working on the reality show Botched. Plus, concerned citizen Cockroach Rick drops by to talk about getting into politics.…

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Catching Up To FI

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040 | How to Think About Money | Jonathan Clements 1:20:45

2M ago1:20:45

1:20:45

Today we're talking with Jonathan Clements, the founder and editor of the personal finance website HumbleDollar and author of nine personal finance books. Earlier in his career, Jonathan spent almost 20 years at The Wall Street Journal, where he was the newspaper's personal finance columnist, and six years at Citigroup, where he was director of fin…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Fight Club with Alex Ross Perry 3:28:00

2M ago3:28:00

3:28:00

The first rule of Fight Club? Don’t talk about Fight Club. The second rule of Fight Club? DON’T TALK ABOUT FIGHT CLUB. For those of you who like following the rules, we have an edited version of this episode available on Patreon wherein we do NOT talk about the seminal 1999 film FIGHT CLUB. But for the rest of you sickos, we’ve got a supersized epi…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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The 2nd GOP debate was a joke and Menendez has the gold! 37:07

2M ago37:07

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Chris and Sean talk about the 2nd GOP Presidential debate - they agree that it was not a good look in general. No standouts, and lots of incoherence. Also, Sen. Bob Menendez has been indicted again on bribery charges and agents found gold bars and $485,000 in cash in his house - that’s not suspicious! With a government shutdown looming, there is no…

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Subtitles ON with Sean Clements

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Wonder Boys with Julia Pierpont 2:03:34

2M ago2:03:34

2:03:34

Sean talks to New York Times best selling author Julia Pierpont (Among the Ten Thousand Things, The New Yorker) about Wonder Boys. They discuss teaching writing and the film’s depiction of a novelist. Every episode is available at Patreon.com/TheFlagrantOnes on The Bundle Tier with selected episode available for free here! Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Aparna Nancherla, Will Hines, Holly Laurent 1:21:41

2M ago1:21:41

1:21:41

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Aparna Nancherla joins Scott to talk about her new book “Unreliable Narrator: Me Myself, and Imposter Syndrome,” coffee tables, and dark chocolate. Then, musician Kurt Slammer stops by to promote his new Blues-Rock album. Plus, actress Ruth Debevoise drops by to talk about her acting career.…

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Catching Up To FI

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039 | Fun Buckets and the Secure Income Retirement Process | Mark Trautman 1:14:37

2M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Today we are talking with Mark Trautman of Mark’s Money Mind. Bill and I chatted with Mark on episode 12 where we talked about money in relationships. Mark also stood in for Bill as a co-host with Roger Whitney, the Q&A panel from CampFI, and On the Road with Catching Up to FI. In this conversation, we are going to dive into an alternative to the 4…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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The Game with Brendan Hines 2:34:04

2M ago2:34:04

2:34:04

Congratulations! If you are listening to this episode, it means you’ve discovered the key in the mouth of the wooden clown we placed in your driveway. Actor, musician, and handsome man Brendan Hines joins us this week as we lead you on an immersive, life-changing experience through David Fincher’s The Game. We understand you may have some questions…

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Light Beer Dark Money

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A Dark Beer Rant – Fetterman, Bobert, Coach Prime and the Loss of Humility. 22:27

2M ago22:27

22:27

Sean is on assignment in Washington DC… which leaves Chris to his own thoughts on the inexplicable advent of the “Fetterman Rule” in the US Senate, the inescapable groping of Congresswoman Lauren Bobert at a Beetlejuice Musical, and the increased rise of Coach Prime’s ego in College Football… All of this this leads him to make one final request – p…

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Catching Up To FI

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038 | On the Road With Catching Up to FI | Stacey's Journey 1:01:09

2M ago1:01:09

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For our last installment of On the Road with Catching Up to FI, Becky and co-host Mark chat with Stacey, a (p)retired fellow traveler and member of the Rock Retirement Club. Stacey graciously opens up about the challenges of moving, caring for an aging parent, and being a widow while on the path to FI. Connect with us! @catchinguptoFI buy CUtFI a c…

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Subtitles ON with Sean Clements

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The End of the Tour with Allison P. Davis 1:36:35

2M ago1:36:35

1:36:35

Sean talks to writer Allison P. Davis (New York Magazine, The Cut, Tell Me Lies) about the movie The End of the Tour. They discuss David Foster Wallace, writing celebrity profiles, and challenging interviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast

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Gary Gulman, Dan Lippert, Dan O'Connor 1:41:03

2M ago1:41:03

1:41:03

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Gary Gulman joins Scott to talk about his new book “Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the ’80s,” flat foods, and a full circle moment when he appeared on Late Night with guest host David Brenner. Then, legendary music producer Rick Rubin drops by to help Scott produce the podcast. Plus, playwright Ian Chiswick stops by …

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Catching Up To FI

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037 | Costa Rica FIRE or Bust! | Caroline Ceniza-Levine 1:11:59

2M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

Today, Bill and Becky talk with Caroline Ceniza-Levine. Caroline is one half of Costa Rica Fire. She and her husband, Scott (the other half), both grew up in New York City and have been married for 29 years. In their 20s and 30s, financial independence and early retirement were not at all on Scott and Caroline’s radar. They were focused on their jo…

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Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Se7en with Mike Mitchell & Nick Wiger 3:00:26

2M ago3:00:26

3:00:26

Who loves Da Finchman? These guys do! MTV Movie Award-losing duo Mitch and Nick of the Doughboys join us to talk about David Fincher’s breakthrough hit - the nasty noir SE7EN. What can you expect from this episode? Lots of talk about “playground rumors” related to what this movie does and doesn’t actually show, a full taxonomy of Kevin Spacey’s on-…

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