The Stacking Benjamins Show
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Named the Best Personal Finance Podcast by Bankrate.com and Kiplinger, The Stacking Benjamins Show features a light and friendly tone. Hosts Joe Saul-Sehy and OG aim to make financial literacy fun for all as they sit around the card table in Joe's Mom's half-finished basement and talk with experts about personal finance, saving, investing, and important money trends. As Fast Company once wrote, the Stacking Benjamins podcast "strikes a great balance of fun and functional." So join Joe and OG every Monday, Wednesday and Friday as they read your letters, discuss major headlines, and throw in some trivia and laughs for free.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 12min
Navigating Family, Goals, Culture, and Good Money Habits (with Gigi Gonzales)- SB1467
Gigi Gonzalez, a first-generation American, discusses the challenges of balancing personal goals with family expectations and cultural identity. The hosts also cover topics such as canceling subscriptions, the vulnerability of check writing, Costco's marketing strategy, and the frustration of limited financial literacy resources. They explore budgeting methods, loan buyouts, interconnectedness, decision-making, and insurance anecdotes. The podcast offers entertaining stories and practical insights on managing money.
Jan 19, 2024 • 1h
Does Wealth Care Where You Live? (SB1466)
Podcast guest Maggie Tucker from Inside Out Money joins Len Penzo and OG to discuss how where you live affects financial goals. They debate if living in a big city makes you poor, consider expenses like property values and commuting costs, and share tips on saving money in a big city. Plus, they engage in a trivia game and talk about Dolly Parton's philanthropy.
Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 20min
Finding Your People, Extinguishing Negative Self Talk, and Finding Peace (with Amy Minkley) SB1465
Amy Minkley, an overachiever by nature, shares her journey to independence and creating the FI Freedom Retreat in Bali. The episode talks about being okay with imperfection, finding like-minded people, intentional living, and planning for education. It also covers long-term care, inflation, and Coverdell ESA accounts.
Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 12min
Tricks to Rethink Your Budget w YNAB's Jesse Mecham (SB1464)
Jesse Mecham, founder of budgeting tool YNAB, shares tricks to rethink your budget. They discuss giving every dollar a job, 'aging' money, app-builder struggles, and more. They also talk about bonds being overheated, pricing schemes at Costco and Sam's Club, and a new call-in segment for the show.
Jan 12, 2024 • 1h 9min
24 Smart Money Moves for 2024 (SB1463)
In this podcast, the hosts discuss 24 smart money moves for 2024 and the importance of sticking to a long-term financial plan. They also talk about the potential impact of the upcoming election on investors' strategies and the importance of getting enough sleep. Other topics include simplifying finances, enjoying life and spending money, improving productivity, and the benefits of Navy Federal Credit Union.
Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 5min
We Ask Chat GPT How To Solve Our Debt Problems (SB1462)
In this podcast, the hosts dive into how to solve debt issues and ask an AI, Chat GPT, for answers. They also discuss what happens to your money if the firm you're invested in is sold. Other topics include the importance of third-party custodians, sticking with a financial advisor after a company change, and creative ways to overcome debt. They also explore the limitations of Chat GPT's financial knowledge and share their experiences using it for debt reduction and planning. The podcast also includes discussions on movies watched over the holidays and private equity firms.
Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 21min
World Record Holder Jenn Drummond on Planning, Resilience, and Goal Setting (SB1461)
World record holder Jenn Drummond discusses her adventures scaling each of the Seven Second Summits, overcoming adversity around every corner. The podcast also covers topics such as job market predictions, New Year's resolutions, and the importance of resilience and goal setting. Additionally, the hosts delve into networking in a tough job market and the concept of surrender as a sign of strength. They also touch on the United States' debt, preparation for climbing K2, and provide real estate advice.
Jan 5, 2024 • 1h 22min
We Ask a Walmart Magic 8 Ball To Predict the Future (SB 1460)
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the annual Magic 8 Ball predictions for 2024, reminisce about New Year's Eve celebrations, and debate the possibility of extraterrestrial life. They also explore the disconnect between data and sentiment in the economy, discuss decisions based on perceived greatness, and share predictions for the Fed funds rate. Additionally, they offer tips on creating an effective morning routine and making smart financial decisions.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 10min
Make Goal Setting FAR Easier in 2024 (with Jon Acuff) - SB 1459
Author and goal-setting expert Jon Acuff mentors us on creating goals that are easier, fun, and rewarding. The episode also includes predictions for 2024 by money manager Jeffrey Gundlach, trivia, benefits-related questions, and discussions on Bitcoin pizza, college experiences, technology's influence, and podcasting culture in Los Angeles.
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Jan 1, 2024 • 1h 19min
Lesson: Learn to Focus in 2024 (plus, how BNPL companies are killing you)
Expert Eric Qualman shares his tips on New Year resolutions and blocking time for important things. The podcast also discusses the dangers of 'buy now, pay later' trend and the significance of focus in achieving goals.
