By Paula Pant
When a crisis hits the stock market, we tend to think that data, algorithms, and cold logic rule the day.
But behind every major investment portfolio is a human being subject to the exact same psychological traps, behavioral blind spots, and emotional relationships that affect everyday investors.
We sit down with Clare […]
By Paula Pant
She grew up with a Goldman Sachs dad. She still ended up broke in her 20’s.
Haley Sacks—known online as Mrs. Dow Jones—joins us to talk about the five-step financial framework she calls IBIZA.
Despite every advantage, she spent her twenties anxious, financially dependent, and charging dinners to her parents’ […]
By Paula Pant
If you’ve ever wondered why some people thrive in real estate while others get burnt out, it usually comes down to one thing: understanding whether you’ve bought an investment or a job.
Joe and I tackle questions about the reality of scaling a rental portfolio, the math behind “high-yield” accounts, and how to stay […]
By Paula Pant
The U.S. economy added 115,000 new jobs in April, far exceeding general expectations.
But beneath that headline number lies a tale of two economies.
While sectors like healthcare, transportation, and retail are surging, the information technology sector is experiencing what can only be described as a “bloodbath.”
In this special bonus episode, we’re […]
By Paula Pant
At age 30, Tiffany Aliche hit a financial wall. She had lost her job, lost her home to foreclosure, and was facing $35,000 in credit card debt.
But just seven years later, she had completely transformed her life to become a self-made millionaire and one of the most trusted financial educators in the country.
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By Paula Pant
Joe and I traveled to the campus of Texas A&M University-Texarkana for a very special live recording.
We were joined by Jay Davis, the Executive Director of Financial and Entrepreneurship Engagement, to answer questions from an incredible audience of students.
Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to “reset” your habits, this […]
By Paula Pant
What do student loans, early retirement, and Airbnb have in common?
They’re the three questions we’re tackling in today’s episode, and each one forces you to think about uncertainty, flexibility, and whether the “right” financial move on paper is actually the right move for your life.
Joe and I answer three listener questions. KJ […]
By Paula Pant
Should your emergency fund chase yields, or should you prioritize stability over returns? It’s a question we haven’t had to ask for years, but as interest rates drop, savers are facing a new reality.
In this Q&A episode, we tackle four listener questions that span the practical and the philosophical. We start with a listener […]
By Paula Pant
In this Q&A episode, Joe and I tackle three listener questions that touch on career transitions, portfolio evaluation, and giving your kids a head start on retirement savings.
We start with a burned-out teacher in New Zealand who’s paid off her mortgage and is ready to shift to part-time work, but she’s caught in […]
By Paula Pant
Why do so many parents want to teach their kids about money, yet feel unsure where to start?
In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Day to explore a practical, play-based way to help kids build real financial habits early in life. Stephen introduces the idea of a household “mini economy,” where children earn […]
