Radical Personal Finance
Joshua Sheats
Joshua J Sheats, MSFS, CFP, CLU, ChFC, CASL, CAP, RHU, REBC is a financial planner who teaches people how to live a rich life now while building a plan for financial freedom in 10 years or less. He mixes creative approaches to lifestyle design, deep-dive financial planning techniques, and hard-core business strategy to equip you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to build financial independence.
Episodes
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Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 4min
1029-The Go-Getter: A Story That Tells You How to be One
The podcast discusses a story of a young candidate, Andrews, being assessed for business qualities. An ex-soldier, Mr. Peck, overcomes employment challenges with determination. Bill Peck showcases dedication in securing a blue vase for his employer, Cappy Ricks, exhibiting perseverance and loyalty.
Jun 17, 2024 • 7min
1028: As Rich as Croesus
Explore the story of King Croesus and Solon, where wealth is challenged by happiness. Discover how this encounter leads to Croesus' downfall and Solon's wisdom.
Jun 12, 2024 • 2h 13min
1027: Should Women Work?
The podcast delves into gender roles, leadership, and challenges faced by men in society. It explores the importance of women's influence, value, and leadership roles. The discussion addresses balancing career with motherhood, empowering girls through intergenerational connections, and creating gender-specific spaces for well-being.
4 snips
Jun 7, 2024 • 1h 23min
1026: Friday Q&A: Pay Cash for House or Get a Mortgage, Full-Time RV Living, Death Plan for Information, Philosophy of Business
Topics discussed include whether to pay cash or get a mortgage for a house, full-time RV living in the Western USA, setting up a plan for important information in case of sudden death, and the enduring philosophy of business during crises and generations.
10 snips
Jun 6, 2024 • 15min
1025: The Rich Should Leave Their Wealth to Their Children, Not to Charity
Author Johann Kurtz discusses the debate between leaving wealth to children or charity, emphasizing the value of work for young adults and historical intergenerational structures. The podcast highlights Edmund Burke's views on societal stability and the role of family wealth in fostering benevolence.
Jun 3, 2024 • 13min
1024: If Only I Had...
In a whimsical tale, characters explore the pressure to conform by painting their noses green in a town obsessed with noses. They face challenges of peer pressure and societal expectations while discovering the importance of embracing one's uniqueness and identity. Through self-discovery and acceptance, they learn to resist conformity and celebrate their individuality.
9 snips
May 30, 2024 • 38min
1023: The Highest Paying Summer Job for Teens
Discover how applying for scholarships can be the most lucrative summer job for teens, prioritizing academic excellence for future success. Reflect on the lack of guidance in the education journey and unlock financial opportunities through scholarships. Learn strategies for academic excellence and skill-building, including early scholarship application incentives.
May 29, 2024 • 50min
1022: Prepare for Sudden Death
Exploring the importance of health screenings and financial planning for sudden death prevention, realizing the value of life insurance, essential considerations for end-of-life planning, embracing conversations about the inevitable, navigating digital assets after death, and the power of presence in times of grief.
10 snips
May 24, 2024 • 59min
1021: Friday Q&A: Too Much Money To Know What To Do With, Trades vs. Knowledge Work, Saving Capital Gains Taxes
Topics discussed in the podcast include managing surplus income, transitioning from military to civilian life, the potential of trades versus knowledge work, and strategies for minimizing capital gains taxes.
May 21, 2024 • 1h 20min
1020: The Death of the Nation State?
Exploring the decline of nation states in the information age, challenges of modern mass democracy in Peru, redefining political institutions in the Information Age, and the evolving concept of success and financial contributions of the top 1% taxpayers in the US.
