Afford Anything

Social researcher Michael McQueen shares insights on changing minds by addressing hidden fears, navigating logical fallacies, and introducing complexity. Tips include uncovering fears and addressing loss aversion. Explore the psychology of persuasion and the impact of tribalism on belief formation.

Listeners explore the challenges of retiring early with debt, updating investment strategies, and leveraging credit card benefits. Financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy tackles these topics with host Paula. The episode delves into the nuances of revolving debt, installment debt, credit scores, and credit card rewards. Strategies for early retirement planning, college savings tips, and financial decision-making are also discussed.

Renowned expert Dr. Mary Murphy discusses fixed vs. growth mindsets and their impact on motivation, performance, and relationships. Insights from Stanford research offer guidance on cultivating a growth mindset to overcome challenges and achieve goals in various domains like work, home, and investing.

Former financial planner Joe and Paula provide advice for an ex-inmate starting fresh. They discuss investing strategies like lump sum vs. dollar-cost averaging. The episode also covers stock pricing, index funds vs. individual stocks, and international investing for true diversification. The hosts share personal testimonials, sponsor highlights, and a listener's financial transformation story.

Guest Brandon Ganch, also known as MadFientist, shares his journey to financial independence and the unexpected realities after achieving FI. He discusses adapting to early retirement, the impact of automation on careers, and valuable insights for staying future-proof. The podcast explores the balance between precision and accuracy in financial planning, shifting motivations post-FI, living authentically, and embracing growth and parenthood.

CEO Ryan Johnson discusses building car-free communities, electric bikes, and revolutionizing urban living. Topics include city design, transportation innovation, and the future of sustainable urban living.

Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy website, shares his journey from side hustle to multimillion-dollar business. He discusses redeeming airline miles, building a team of 140 employees, and the art of traveling smarter with points and miles.

Lindsay discusses financial concerns due to her husband's mental disability. Paula, Joe, and anonymous callers offer advice on managing finances, saving for retirement, and personal finance. Topics include automating ETF investments, setting up financial accounts for minors, comparing custodial Roth IRA options, and evolving investment strategies. The episode touches on pandemic shutdowns, stock market trends, and online gaming.

The podcast discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain high interest rates, job growth for the 40th consecutive month, low unemployment rates, and lopsided stock market performance. It also covers the implications of inflation, real estate market trends, economic sentiment, and investing strategies.

Brad Barrett from ChooseFI interviews Paula Pant, a financial independence advocate, discussing the origins of 'Afford Anything', growth in personal finance blogging, transition to more frequent episodes, managing podcast publishing, and navigating economic journalism and audience relationships.