Inflation and All Things Money with Jacob Goldstein
All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins
Navigating Interest Rates and Smart Savings Strategies
This chapter explores the current landscape of interest rates and their effects on banks and credit unions. It discusses the importance of choosing the right savings options amid rising inflation and introduces alternative strategies like high-yield savings accounts and iBonds.
#64: Podcasting legend Jacob Goldstein joins Chris to discuss what's going on with inflation and what you can do about it. They also delve into everything money – how it originated, what its future might look like, how crypto fits in and some of Jacob’s favorite money hacks.
Jacob Goldstein is a journalist, writer, and podcast host. He’s written for the Wall Street Journal, co-hosted NPR’s “Planet Money” for a decade, authored “Money: The True Story of a Made-Up Thing” and recently launched a new podcast, “What’s Your Problem?”
Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/money-jacob-goldstein
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Resources Mentioned
Connect with Jacob Goldstein: Twitter | Podcast: What’s Your Problem? | Podcast: Planet Money
Jacob’s Book: Money: The True Story of a Made-Up Thing
What’s Your Problem? Podcasts: Squeezing the Entire Internet Into a Shoebox
Jacob’s San Diego Recommendations:
Other Resources Mentioned:
- Tesla Auto Loan Spreadsheet
- CME FedWatch Tool
- Series I Savings Bonds
- The Potential of Blockchain Technology with Chris Dixon
- Ryan Holiday
- AutoSlash - Cheap Car Rentals Worldwide
- Kayak - Search Flights, Hotels & Rental Cars
- Tripadvisor
- Capital One Eno - Google Chrome Extension
- Truebill - Find & Cancel Subscriptions
All The Hacks Traveling Podcasts:
- Pro Travel Hacks for Every Aspect of Your Next Trip with Leigh Rowan
- Hacking Credit Card Points and Miles with Alex Miller
- Finding Cheap Flights to Anywhere in the World with Scott Keyes
- Redeeming Points for Max Value and Listener Q&A
- Upgrade Your Travel with The Points Guy
- Optimizing Points, Miles, and More Listener Q&A
- Travel, Hotel, and Credit Card Points Strategies for 2022 with Richard Kerr
- Travel Hacking Bora Bora on Miles and Points
- Travel Hacking the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous with Leigh Rowan
- Travel Hacks for Planning Your Best Trip Ever with Brandon Pressor
- Maximize Your Points: Stacking, Buyers Clubs, Redemption Hacks, and More with Julia Menez
- Listener Q&A Live Show + Big Anniversary Giveaway
Full Show Notes:
(01:44) Current State of Inflation
(04:55) Impact of Inflation
(09:39) Inflation as a Positive Force
(12:01) Financing Your Vehicle and Tesla Purchase
(15:39) Preparing for Inflation and I Bonds
(20:58) Understanding the Nature of Money
(23:04) The Genesis of Money
(29:09) NFTs, Crypto, and Money Evolution
(36:14) Early Bitcoin Experiences
(37:57) Future of Money and GDP Impact
(41:52) Money Lessons for Children
(44:46) Status and Keeping Up
(49:01) Travel Hacks and Tesla Delivery Trick
(55:00) Subscription Management and Flight Deals
(59:56) Introducing "What's the Problem?" Podcast
(01:02:18) San Diego Recommendations
(01:03:47) Connect with Jacob Online
Connect with All the Hacks
All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email
Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn
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