Best Dan | Optimal Living Daily Podcasts (2025)

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3360: How to Build a Starter Emergency Fund in 30 Days or Less by Jackie Beck on Financial Security 10:05

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3360: Jackie Beck offers a simple, empowering 30-day plan to kickstart your emergency savings, breaking down a goal that often feels overwhelming into small, daily steps. With a focus on creati…

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1878: 7 Deadly Sins of Creativity by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Creative Growth 8:19

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1878: Marc Chernoff reveals the subtle but destructive habits that sabotage our creative potential, from perfectionism to fear of judgment. By identifying and overcoming these mental roadblocks…

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1877: A Simple Guide to Overcoming Project Resistance by Karl Staib of Dig To Fly on Productivity 7:06

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1877: Karl Staib offers a practical and empathetic framework for overcoming resistance to important projects by helping listeners recognize and shift their mindset, build momentum with small wi…

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3359: 9 Painless Ways To Trick Yourself Into Spending Less by Sarah Von Bargen of Yes and Yes on Money-Saving Habits 9:40

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3359: Sarah Von Bargen shares simple yet surprisingly effective ways to curb spending without feeling deprived. By adding small layers of friction, like unsubscribing from sales emails or using…

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1876: Dangerous Ideas: College Extracurriculars Are Meaningless by Cal Newport on Academic Purpose 7:12

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1876: Cal Newport challenges the conventional wisdom that piling on college extracurriculars boosts success, arguing instead that most are a poor return on time and energy. He advocates for a m…

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3358: What is Your Retirement Manifesto? by Kathleen Coxwell of New Retirement on Retirement Planning 10:35

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3358: Kathleen Coxwell invites you to craft a deeply personal retirement manifesto, a clear, intentional declaration of your values, dreams, and life lessons. By articulating what matters most …

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3357: Don't Let Shopping Ruin Your Holiday Season by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Stress-Free Holidays 11:14

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3357: Joshua Becker reveals how decades of marketing have hijacked the spirit of the holidays, turning a season meant for connection into one dominated by consumerism and stress. He offers a co…

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1875: Notes from a Cold Bathroom Floor in South Africa by Chris Guillebeau on Resilience 7:05

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1875: Chris Guillebeau reflects on a moment of unexpected vulnerability while sick and stranded on a cold bathroom floor in South Africa, drawing powerful lessons on control, acceptance, and re…

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1874: 7 Key SMART Goals To Achieve Business Success by Brian Tracy on Business Growth 7:36

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1874: Brian Tracy outlines seven powerful SMART goals that pave the way to long-term business success, emphasizing frugal living, disciplined saving, and strategic investing. By mastering negot…

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3356: Negotiate Your Next Raise or Starting Salary by Laurie Sepulveda of Women Who Money on Salary Negotiation 9:21

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3356: Laurie Sepulveda breaks down why many women struggle with salary negotiations and outlines how to shift from self-doubt to confidence through research, practice, and strategic silence. By…

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3355: 7 Things You Will Never Regret Spending Money On by Jennifer of SimplyFiercely on Intentional Spending 9:29

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3355: Jennifer explores seven thoughtful investments that consistently pay off in the long run from personal growth to practical tools that save time and stress. Her insights challenge the guil…

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1873: [Part 2] Killing My Baby: Why I Shut Down My Longest-Running Business by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation 5:51

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1873: Nick Loper shares the emotional and financial challenges behind shutting down his longest-running business after a final attempt to salvage it failed. His reflection on sunk costs, failed…

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3354: Life Is a Triangle. Master Its 3 Points to Live a Kick-A** Existence by Charlie Brown of Simple and Straightforward 12:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3354: Charlie Brown outlines a refreshingly simple but powerful framework for designing a fulfilling life by mastering three key areas, personal finance, meaningful work, and intentional living…

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1872: [Part 1] Killing My Baby: Why I Shut Down My Longest-Running Business by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation 7:06

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1872: Nick Loper reflects on the emotional and strategic decision to shut down his first and longest-running business, ShoeSniper, after a decade of operation. This candid story challenges the …

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3353: 4 Common Mistakes That Investors Make by Tony with MoneyMiniBlog on Smart Investing 8:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3353: Tony outlines common investing pitfalls that trip up even the most well-intentioned investors, from emotional trading to lack of diversification. With straightforward tips and reminders, …

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1871: Are There Still Benefits to Being a Loyal Employee? by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money 6:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1871: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock explore the nuanced pros and cons of employee loyalty in a booming job market. While long-term commitment can lead to job security, personal growth, and profe…

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3352: Facing and Fighting Financial Trolls by J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Financial Resilience 10:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3352: J.D. Roth exposes the two-headed beast of financial trolls, those external voices that discourage your progress, and the internal ones that sabotage it from within. By naming these voices…

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1870: Break Free From Busyness and Do the Work You Were Meant For by Alli Worthington with Goins Writer 5:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1870: Alli Worthington explores how chronic busyness drains our peace, purpose, and presence, offering a clear-eyed guide to escape the cycle of constant striving. By confronting the lies that …

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3351: What Makes a Roth IRA So Great? by Philip Taylor of PT Money on Tax-Free Savings 8:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3351: Philip Taylor explains how the Roth IRA offers powerful tax advantages for retirement savers, especially those who want more flexibility, investment control, and tax-free withdrawals. Unl…

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1869: The Platform Vs. The Eyeballs by Seth Godin on Marketing Strategy 5:37

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1869: Seth Godin explores the often-overlooked distinction between having attention and having influence, reminding us that building a platform is more powerful than simply chasing visibility. …

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3350: Dollar Cost Averaging by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich on Smart and Steady Investing 9:35

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3350: Ramit Sethi breaks down dollar-cost averaging as a smart way to invest consistently over time without trying to time the market. He explains how this strategy can protect against volatili…

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1868: Quarterly Planning Time by Steve Pavlina on Goal Setting 5:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1868: Steve Pavlina breaks down a powerful quarterly planning method to help you stay aligned with your long-term vision while making meaningful short-term progress. This approach blends high-l…

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3349: Room For Error by Jesse Cramer of BestInterest on Financial Planning and Resilience 11:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3349: Jesse Cramer unpacks the underestimated power of "room for error" as a life and investing strategy, drawing insights from Morgan Housel, Charlie Munger, and Howard Marks. Instead of chasi…

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1867: Being Done and Being Okay With it by Mike Smerklo on Emotional Acceptance 8:12

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1867: Mike Smerklo reveals how he used hard-won leadership wisdom and decision-making frameworks from legends like Welch, Jobs, and Bezos to know when it was time to move on. His honest analysi…

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3348: [Part 2] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending and Lifestyle Design 11:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3348: Leif challenges the conventional link between income and happiness by highlighting how mindful spending and intentional living can lead to greater freedom, satisfaction, and emotional wel…

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3347: [Part 1] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending and Lifestyle Design 10:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3347: Leif challenges the common belief that spending more equals living better, arguing instead that dialing back on expenses can actually unlock a richer, more meaningful life. With personal …

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3346: How Should Parents Talk To Their Kids About Money? by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster 10:15

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3346: Lisa Harrison shares practical, age-appropriate strategies to help parents teach their children the value of money, covering topics like earning, saving, investing, and the emotional lega…

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3360: How to Build a Starter Emergency Fund in 30 Days or Less by Jackie Beck on Financial Security 10:05

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1878: 7 Deadly Sins of Creativity by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Creative Growth 8:19

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1877: A Simple Guide to Overcoming Project Resistance by Karl Staib of Dig To Fly on Productivity 7:06

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3359: 9 Painless Ways To Trick Yourself Into Spending Less by Sarah Von Bargen of Yes and Yes on Money-Saving Habits 9:40

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1876: Dangerous Ideas: College Extracurriculars Are Meaningless by Cal Newport on Academic Purpose 7:12

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3358: What is Your Retirement Manifesto? by Kathleen Coxwell of New Retirement on Retirement Planning 10:35

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3357: Don't Let Shopping Ruin Your Holiday Season by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Stress-Free Holidays 11:14

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1875: Notes from a Cold Bathroom Floor in South Africa by Chris Guillebeau on Resilience 7:05

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1874: 7 Key SMART Goals To Achieve Business Success by Brian Tracy on Business Growth 7:36

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3356: Negotiate Your Next Raise or Starting Salary by Laurie Sepulveda of Women Who Money on Salary Negotiation 9:21

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3355: 7 Things You Will Never Regret Spending Money On by Jennifer of SimplyFiercely on Intentional Spending 9:29

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1873: [Part 2] Killing My Baby: Why I Shut Down My Longest-Running Business by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation 5:51

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3354: Life Is a Triangle. Master Its 3 Points to Live a Kick-A** Existence by Charlie Brown of Simple and Straightforward 12:10

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1872: [Part 1] Killing My Baby: Why I Shut Down My Longest-Running Business by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation 7:06

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3353: 4 Common Mistakes That Investors Make by Tony with MoneyMiniBlog on Smart Investing 8:58

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1871: Are There Still Benefits to Being a Loyal Employee? by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money 6:53

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3352: Facing and Fighting Financial Trolls by J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Financial Resilience 10:54

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1870: Break Free From Busyness and Do the Work You Were Meant For by Alli Worthington with Goins Writer 5:54

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3351: What Makes a Roth IRA So Great? by Philip Taylor of PT Money on Tax-Free Savings 8:25

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1869: The Platform Vs. The Eyeballs by Seth Godin on Marketing Strategy 5:37

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3350: Dollar Cost Averaging by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich on Smart and Steady Investing 9:35

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1868: Quarterly Planning Time by Steve Pavlina on Goal Setting 5:10

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3349: Room For Error by Jesse Cramer of BestInterest on Financial Planning and Resilience 11:25

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1867: Being Done and Being Okay With it by Mike Smerklo on Emotional Acceptance 8:12

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3348: [Part 2] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending and Lifestyle Design 11:22

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3347: [Part 1] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending and Lifestyle Design 10:22

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3346: How Should Parents Talk To Their Kids About Money? by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster 10:15