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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Jun 27, 2025 • 57min
Are Money Gurus Feeding Us Lies? (SB1701)
Paula Pant, host of the Afford Anything podcast, Jesse Cramer, a financial planner, and Doc G, known for the Earn & Invest podcast, gather to bust financial myths. They tackle whether budgets are really necessary and debate the effectiveness of strict financial formulas versus flexible approaches. The conversation dives into the myth of willpower in achieving financial stability and the impact of cutting up credit cards on spending habits. Expect laughs, trivia, and insightful discussions aimed at helping listeners find personalized financial strategies.
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Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 1min
Your Questions Answered: Saving, Investing & Estate Planning, Stacker Style (Episode 1700!!!)
Dive into the world of personal finance as the hosts tackle saving for a house without jeopardizing retirement plans. Explore vital topics like the ideal emergency fund size, strategies for financial planning as a single adult, and managing inherited IRAs. Gain insights on juggling responsibilities with aging parents while pursuing personal goals. Discover practical budgeting tips, how to navigate real estate complexities, and why single individuals often miss out on tailored financial advice. It's a lively, informative discussion packed with actionable strategies!
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Jun 23, 2025 • 56min
AI’s Coming for Your Job? How to Outwit the Robots (SB1699)
The discussion kicks off with the surprising trend of Gen Z avoiding AI-dominated careers by opting for trades where human creativity shines. The episode highlights the transformative role of AI, boosting productivity in skilled sectors while exploring new job opportunities. Listeners discover how being open to AI can enhance personal finance strategies. Data privacy concerns related to AI tools also take center stage, urging vigilance in protecting personal information. Tune in for a witty yet insightful take on navigating the future of work!
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Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 27min
Carving Out a Robust Retirement Spending Plan (SB1698)
Join financial mavens Karsten Jeske, Dana Anspach, and Frank Vasquez as they explore the art of spending in retirement. Karsten, the Early Retirement Now expert, shares insights on withdrawal rates, while Dana discusses decumulation strategies to ease the transition to retirement. Frank dives into innovative portfolio strategies, emphasizing risk parity. They tackle the emotional hurdles of withdrawals, the role of annuities, and how to navigate unexpected expenses. Whether you’re retiring soon or well into your golden years, their advice is invaluable!
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Jun 18, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Shocking Retirement Hack That Has Nothing to Do With Money (SB1697)
Pete and Rebecca Davis, filmmakers and civic advocates behind the documentary 'Join or Die', delve into how community connections can redefine retirement. They discuss why joining clubs and groups may be vital for long-term well-being, even more so than financial assets. Their insights reveal how loneliness impacts health and the surprising benefits of investing in social networks. Listeners will discover the power of personal connections and unexpected paths to fulfillment, challenging the conventional views of success in retirement.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 56min
Retirement 101: Planning, Risks, and Smooth Sailing (SB1696)
The hosts kick off with the often-overlooked aspect of retirement: crafting a fulfilling lifestyle vision. They dissect complex financial strategies and address sneaky fees that can derail your plans. A lively debate on whether to maintain or upgrade your vehicle adds humor. Tune in for insights on investment leverage, complete with cautionary tales, and find out what not to do when planning your retirement on TikTok. Plus, entertaining recommendations to wrap up your week!
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Jun 13, 2025 • 1h 6min
Learning from 130 Years of Stock Market Crashes: Resilience, Strategy, and a Dose of Doug (SB1695)
Miranda Marquit, a financial journalist, and Jesse Cramer, host of a personal finance podcast, dive into 130 years of stock market crashes. They explore the value of diversification, staying invested during turmoil, and lessons from historical events like the Great Depression. The duo emphasizes resilience in financial strategies, reinforcing that panic rarely pays off. Plus, expect some laughs with quirky trivia about mailing children! This lively discussion is packed with practical insights and offer a humorous take on serious financial topics.
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Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 8min
Rethinking Earning and Spending (with "Money With Katie"'s Katie Gatti Tassin) SB1694
Katie Gatti Tassin, the savvy mind behind Money With Katie and author of Rich Girl Nation, joins the conversation to shake up your view on money. Discover how to combat consumerism and the 'hot girl hamster wheel' of overspending. Katie shares powerful tips on salary negotiation and the benefits of job-hopping for better pay. Plus, learn to automate your finances to dodge lifestyle creep. The hosts sprinkle in personal anecdotes, from depreciation tales to celebrating financial independence, ensuring you get entertained while you learn!
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 6min
Trapped in the Spend Cycle? How to Break Free from Consumerism SB1693
Feeling trapped by your spending habits? The hosts tackle the weighty topic of consumerism and its impact on finances, sharing real stories of impulse buys and the high cost of buy-now-pay-later services. They dive into the pressures of consumer culture, particularly on women and children, while advocating for value-based spending. A humorous burger chain draft adds a light touch to the serious discussions, ensuring a lively exploration of balancing enjoyment and financial health.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 10min
11 Great Ways to Build Wealth (SB1692)
Join Jordan Grumet, Paula Pant, and Jesse Cramer, each seasoned hosts in personal finance, as they turn wealth-building into a lively game show. They tackle how homeownership stacks up against savvy investing, and why insurance might just be your secret weapon. Expect humor mixed with insights on income boosts, effective budgeting, and the age-old debate of when to pay off debt versus invest. Plus, trivia about 50 Cent's Vitamin Water win adds unexpected twists. Get ready for practical tips wrapped in playful banter!
