Earn & Invest
Jordan Grumet (Doc G)
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 uncover definitive answers, our goal is to equip you with the essential questions necessary to navigate a richer path towards not only financial independence but living a life full of purpose, identity, and connections.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 52min
604. Impact Investing-Moving Past Philanthropy w/ Janine Firpo
Janine Firpo, a values-driven investor and author dedicated to empowering women in finance, discusses the transformative power of impact investing. She emphasizes aligning financial choices with personal values and rethinking wealth beyond philanthropy. Firpo highlights the importance of ethical investment strategies and sustainable practices, particularly regarding women-led businesses. Listeners learn about the potential of ESG funds and conscious banking choices to drive meaningful societal change, encouraging a more conscientious approach to money management.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 51min
603. What's Your Relationship with Money? w/ Shannah Game
Shannah Game, host of Everyone's Talkin Money and author of Unraveling Your Relationship with Money, delves into the complexities of money trauma in this insightful conversation. She emphasizes the significance of addressing generational wounds that shape our financial behaviors. Shannah introduces practical exercises, like the 'Hey Money Letter,' to reshape our relationships with money. Reflecting on emotional connections, she urges listeners to redefine 'enough' and focus on personal growth over mere financial milestones.
Feb 10, 2025 • 52min
602. Creativity, Happiness, Wealth: A Neuroscientist's View w/ Indre Viskontas
Indre Viskontas is a neuroscientist and opera singer with a PhD from UCLA, exploring the intersection of creativity and happiness. She discusses how neural stimulation fosters flow and emotional regulation, enhancing overall well-being. The conversation dives into the influence of dopamine on motivation and the hedonic treadmill of wealth. Viskontas emphasizes balancing cognitive control with imagination to find genuine happiness, and she highlights the power of vulnerability and emotional expression in both art and everyday life.
Feb 6, 2025 • 47min
601. Navigating a Dark Night of the Soul w/ Amy Minkley
In this insightful conversation, Amy Minkley, Founder of Five Freedom Retreats, shares her poignant journey through financial independence and emotional hardship. She discusses how money can't shield us from life’s challenges, revealing her personal grief while planning her wedding. Amy emphasizes the importance of community and shared experiences in healing, and how her retreats in Bali promote personal growth and connection. Through vulnerability, she inspires listeners to reconsider the relationship between financial success and true life satisfaction.
Feb 3, 2025 • 55min
600. It's the People w/ Vincent Pugliese
Vincent Pugliese, creator of the Membership Freedom platform, shares insights on fostering community and navigating personal journeys. He emphasizes the importance of relationships in achieving success and reflects on his own transformative path from college to entrepreneurship. Pugliese critiques traditional conferences, promoting the 'unconference' model for genuine connections and collaboration. He also discusses the power of embracing failure, asserting that taking risks is vital for growth in business.
Jan 30, 2025 • 57min
599. Just Keep Buying (Rewind) w/ Nick Maggiulli
Nick Maggiulli, Chief Operating Officer and Data Scientist at Ritholtz Wealth Management, dives into the world of personal finance with eye-opening insights from his book, "Just Keep Buying." He challenges conventional financial wisdom, emphasizing the power of a data-driven approach to investing. Topics include the simplicity of consistent investing, the journey from a scarcity mindset to financial empowerment, and the importance of adapting strategies to navigate today's economic landscape. Maggiulli also critiques traditional spending rules, advocating for personalized finance solutions.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 7min
598. The Four Pillars of a Successful Retirement (Rewind) w/ Casey Weade
Join retirement expert Casey Weade, author of "Job Optional" and host of the Retire with Purpose Podcast, as he delves into the essential four pillars of a successful retirement. He emphasizes the need to redefine retirement as a journey of growth and purpose, rather than an endpoint. Discover the crucial importance of finding meaning before entering retirement and how to align financial goals with personal values. Casey also discusses innovative strategies for long-term care planning, ensuring a fulfilling and secure post-work life.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 50min
597. Are You Saving Enough? Community Episode
Join Joe Saul-Sehy, creator of the Stacking Benjamins podcast and author of 'Stacked,' along with community member Matt Sly, as they dive into people's dissatisfaction with their savings. They explore the psychology behind savings behaviors, especially among younger generations, revealing an optimism that contrasts with the current economic climate. The duo examines how media influences financial choices and discusses the disconnect between perception and reality in today’s financial landscape, all sprinkled with humor and insightful predictions.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 50min
596. How to be Busier Than Ever in Retirement w/ Carl Landau
Carl Landau, co-author of "Pickleball for Dummies" and entrepreneur, shares his journey into unretirement. He highlights the importance of finding purpose beyond traditional work, emphasizing how staying actively engaged can lead to a fulfilling life after retirement. The conversation touches on 'Taste Vacations' for community building, the emotional challenges of leaving a career, and the rewards of podcasting. Landau encourages listeners to embrace new ventures and rediscover joy in their later years.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 50min
595. How to Mess Up Retirement w/ Benjamin Brandt
Joining the discussion is Benjamin Brandt, a certified financial planner and founder of Capital City Wealth Management, who also wrote "Retirement Starts Today." He uncovers the common pitfalls that retirees face beyond finances. Brandt emphasizes the importance of finding personal joy and purpose in retirement, as it’s more than just a financial milestone. He outlines how to balance spending and saving, tackle spending fears, and integrate passions into daily life, encouraging listeners to redefine what a fulfilling retirement looks like.
