Best I Prefer Cooking Podcasts (2025)

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3153: The Percentage Of People With No Wealth Outside Their Home Is Sad by Sam of Financial Samurai 12:31

4h ago12:31

12:31

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 3153: Sam from Financial Samurai sheds light on a growing financial vulnerability in America: nearly 30% of households have no investments beyond their primary residence. He explores how financ…

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3152: How Can You Afford to Travel the World? by Paula Pant of Afford Anything on Money Lessons 13:13

22h ago13:13

13:13

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 3152: Paula Pant shares how long-term, global travel can be surprisingly attainable, not just for the wealthy, but for anyone willing to rethink their financial priorities. By breaking down the…

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3151: The Time Value of Money (or why 25 years of cable TV doesn't cost as much as you think) by Stephen Popick with GRS 11:43

2d ago11:43

11:43

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 3151: Stephen Popick unpacks the often-misunderstood concept of the time value of money, showing why recurring expenses like cable TV aren’t as costly in today’s dollars as they appear over dec…

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3150: 4 Lessons Learned From Our 2nd Rental Property by Julien Saunders of Rich and Regular 12:16

3d ago12:16

12:16

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 3150: Julien Saunders shares four hard-earned insights from preparing his second rental property, revealing how time, cash, and strategy shape success in real estate investing. Whether you're c…

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3149: 5 Reasons Why Most Don't Become Wealthy by Brian Tracy on Poor Financial Habits 10:42

4d ago10:42

10:42

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 3149: Brian Tracy breaks down the five core reasons most people fail to achieve financial independence, from never realizing wealth is possible for them to lacking long-term perspective. He exp…

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289. The Summer Edit: My Favorite Cannabis Products Right Now 20:27

21h ago20:27

20:27

Memorial Day is almost here, and we’re ready for summer. Are you? In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon is joined by innovation expert Nicole Brown to dish on their favorite low-dose THC drinks, CBD + CBG gummies, and calming cannabis picks to help you unwind, sleep better, and feel your best. Whether you're swapping wine for weed or just want a litt…

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3148: What to Do with That Extra Third Paycheck by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Intentional Spending 10:31

5d ago10:31

10:31

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 3148: Kumiko Love shares a strategic guide to making the most of an extra paycheck - a financial opportunity that comes just a few times a year for bi-weekly earners. By prioritizing intentiona…

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3147: Get Rich With: the ChaCHING Instinct by Mr. Money Mustache on Financial Independence 11:36

1d ago11:36

11:36

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 3147: Mr. Money Mustache explains how developing a “ChaCHING!” instinct, feeling rewarded by not spending money, can radically shift your financial trajectory and mindset. By training yourself …

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3146: Do Something. Do Anything. by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Trading Perfection for Progress 12:17

6d ago12:17

12:17

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 3146: Steve Kamb delivers a powerful reminder that action beats inaction every time, even if that action isn’t perfect. By showing how small, messy steps forward can overcome analysis paralysis…

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3145: Why I’m Grateful For My Student Loan Debt by Jen Hayes on Money Transformation Success 12:22

7d ago12:22

12:22

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 3145: Jen Hayes reflects on how student loan debt, while burdensome, became a catalyst for personal growth, minimalism, and financial transformation. Her story challenges conventional thinking …

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3144: The Single Most Important Trait That Defines Personal Finance Success by Robert Farrington of The College Investor 13:50

8d ago13:50

13:50

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 3144: Robert Farrington unpacks how personal accountability is the ultimate driver of financial success, highlighting that it's not just about numbers, it's about owning every financial decisio…

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3143: Working the ESI Scale to Financial Independence by ESI of ESI Money on Saving and Investing 10:43

4d ago10:43

10:43

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 3143: ESI breaks down the path to financial independence using a simple scale to evaluate your earning, saving, and investing skills, from disaster to excellent. He argues that success in one a…

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3142: Don't Get Burned by FIRE by Jaime of Keep Thrifty on How to Find Balance with Living and Saving Money 10:40

10d ago10:40

10:40

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 3142: Jaime of KeepThrifty challenges the conventional pursuit of early retirement by unpacking the emotional and physical burnout that can come with chasing FIRE (Financial Independence, Retir…

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288. What It Really Takes to Lead: Hagan Kappler on Career, Courage & Doing the Hard Things 31:37

11d ago31:37

31:37

This Mother’s Day week, we’re spotlighting a woman who’s not just building a company—she’s building a better way to live with technology. Ellen Scanlon talks with her friend and business school classmate Hagan Kappler, the founder and CEO of Daisy, a smart home tech company that helps families simplify the chaos of connected living. Hagan is also a…

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3141: Craft a Better Life Than Your Parents by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on Intentional Living 12:46

11d ago12:46

12:46

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 3141: Craig Stephens reflects on the transformative power of parenthood, showing how it can awaken a deeper sense of purpose and drive to improve upon the life paths laid by previous generation…

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3140: A Different Way of Looking at Spending by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on Mindful Consumption 10:08

12d ago10:08

10:08

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 3140: J. Money invites readers to transform everyday spending into acts of conscious support by reframing expenses as contributions to the people, businesses, and causes we value. This mindset …

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3139: Want to Be a Better Investor? Stop Staring at Your Portfolio by Vitaliy Katsenelson on Building Wealth 12:23

13d ago12:23

12:23

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 3139: Vitaliy Katsenelson argues that obsessively monitoring your portfolio can lead to emotional decision-making and worse investment outcomes. Instead, he urges investors to zoom out, think l…

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3138: Giving Up the Lottery Fantasy by Chris Guillebeau on How to Build A Life Rooted in Purpose and Autonomy 10:50

13d ago10:50

10:50

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 3138: Chris Guillebeau reflects on the allure of the lottery fantasy and shares why he’s chosen to let it go for good. Instead of hoping for sudden wealth, he champions the satisfaction of buil…

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3137: Preferred vs Common Stocks: How Do They Differ by Amy Blacklock and Vicki Cook with Women Who Money 13:59

14d ago13:59

13:59

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 3137: Amy Blacklock and Vicki Cook explain the key differences between common and preferred stocks, offering clarity on how each type fits distinct investment goals. While common stocks offer g…

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3136: Bankruptcy and Debt: You Can Come Out Stronger in the End by Tracie with Jackie Beck 10:53

15d ago10:53

10:53

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 3136: Tracie shares her deeply personal journey from bankruptcy to financial freedom, offering a raw, relatable look at the emotional toll of debt and the power of persistence. By embracing bud…

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3135: Do What You Hate to Do What You Love by Chris Reining on Financial Independence 9:23

11d ago9:23

9:23

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 3135: Chris Reining challenges the popular career advice to "do what you love" by showing how it's often wiser, and more sustainable, to do what you hate so that you can eventually afford the f…

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3134: Your Retirement Checklist by Mike Ballew of Egg Stack on Financial Freedom and Money Goals 10:44

12d ago10:44

10:44

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 3134: Mike Ballew delivers a no-nonsense breakdown of the essential financial and logistical steps to take before retiring, from ditching debt and adjusting investments to creating an end-of-li…

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287. From Tagging Sea Turtles to Cannabis Biotech: The Bold Path of CEO Caitlyn Krebs 21:18

13d ago21:18

21:18

What do sea turtles, science, and cannabis have in common? In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with Caitlyn Krebs, the CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a San Francisco-based biotech company unlocking the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids. With Mother’s Day around the corner, this conversation offers a timely look at what it takes to lead a high…

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3133: How Does Mental Health Affect Your Financial Health by Lyle Soloman with Fiology 14:21

13d ago14:21

14:21

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 3133: Lyle Soloman explores the deep, often overlooked connection between mental well-being and financial stability, revealing how issues like depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can lead …

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3132: [Part 2] Save Money Where It Matters Most by Corey of The Fioneers on Financial Focus 11:37

19d ago11:37

11:37

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 3132: Corey from The Fioneers emphasizes the importance of focusing on the "big three" expenses, housing, transportation, and food, to meaningfully boost savings without losing balance in life.…

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3131: [Part 1] Save Money Where It Matters Most by Corey of The Fioneers on Financial Independence 11:26

20d ago11:26

11:26

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 3131: Corey of The Fioneers breaks down how focusing on the “big three” expenses, housing, transportation, and food, can dramatically improve your financial flexibility and fast-track your path…

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3130: How to Communicate With Your Partner When You Disagree by Corey Allan on Money Disagreements 9:38

20d ago9:38

9:38

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 3130: Corey Allan explores practical ways couples can navigate disagreements without damaging their connection, especially when core values or lifestyle changes like minimalism are at stake. Dr…

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3129: What Does Zero Percent APR Really Mean? by Jamie Cattanach on Wealth Building Habits 10:19

21d ago10:19

10:19

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 3129: Jamie Cattanach breaks down the truth behind enticing 0% APR credit card offers, revealing how easily they can turn into a debt trap if you’re not careful. By understanding the fine print…

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3128: How To Adopt Financial Habits That Stick by Mark Dennis with Financial Finesse on Money Freedom 13:06

22d ago13:06

13:06

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 3128: Mark Dennis shares practical strategies for building financial habits that actually last, emphasizing the importance of values-based goals, small wins, and systems over willpower. Learn h…

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3127: How To Get Your Money Out Of Your 401K Before 59 1/2 by Wanderer of Millennial Revolution 11:44

23d ago11:44

11:44

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 3127: Wanderer breaks down how to access your 401(k) funds before age 59½ without paying penalties, using a strategy called the Roth Conversion Ladder. By carefully rolling over 401(k) funds in…

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3126: 5 Reasons Ditching FIRE For FIOR Might Be Your Best Financial Move by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster 11:15

24d ago11:15

11:15

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 3126: Lisa Harrison introduces FIOR, Financial Independence/Optional Retirement, as a flexible alternative to traditional FIRE, offering a more realistic and enjoyable path toward financial sec…

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286. How the Endocannabinoid System Could Transform Women’s Health 17:28

20d ago17:28

17:28

The endocannabinoid system could be the next frontier in women’s health, and the future is closer than you think. In this episode, I talk with Caitlyn Krebs, CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a biotech company using cutting-edge science to develop cannabinoid-based therapies that target stress, sleep, pain, and inflammation. If you're tired of trial-…

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3125: Top 5 Non-Medical Factors That Affect Your Life Insurance Rates by Jeff Root with Good Financial Cents 10:56

25d ago10:56

10:56

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 3125: Jeff Rose highlights five often-overlooked non-medical factors that can significantly influence your life insurance premiums, offering practical advice to help you better position yoursel…

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3124: The Zero Cost Lifestyle by Tynan on Intentional Living and Extreme Frugality 12:26

21d ago12:26

12:26

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 3124: Tynan breaks down how intentional, creative decision-making can fund a fulfilling life at a fraction of the expected cost. By rethinking needs and eliminating unnecessary spending, he des…

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3123: The Key To Happiness Is Saving More Not Making More Money by Sam Dogen of Financial Samurai 11:38

22d ago11:38

11:38

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 3123: Sam from Financial Samurai argues that true happiness stems more from how much we save than how much we earn. Backed by compelling survey data and personal anecdotes, he illustrates how s…

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3122: Find Out For Yourself by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Extreme Ownership 10:53

22d ago10:53

10:53

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 3122: Ross Enamait challenges the culture of passively consuming advice by urging readers to test ideas for themselves, embrace trial and error, and trust personal experience over hearsay. His …

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3121: The Hidden Wealth Opportunity by Gordon Stein on Saving Money and Personal Growth 10:38

28d ago10:38

10:38

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 3121: Gordon Stein shares a powerful personal story of turning a naïve rental mistake into a hands-on education in home construction, gaining invaluable trade skills that paid dividends for dec…

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3120: Debt Can Be A Good Thing - In Moderation by Paula Pant of Afford Anything on Financial Freedom 12:41

29d ago12:41

12:41

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 3120: Paula Pant challenges extreme attitudes toward debt, showing how both blind borrowing and rigid debt aversion can hurt your financial future. With a nuanced perspective, she explores how …

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3119: If You’re Going To Bet Big Bet On Yourself First by Kevin of Financial Panther on Building Wealth 11:26

1M ago11:26

11:26

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 3119: Kevin from Financial Panther challenges the flashy narratives of quick wealth by highlighting the true value of betting big on yourself. Through honest reflections on career pivots, sunk …

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3118: How Saving Money Cost Me Money by Kristin Wong with Get Rich Slowly on Budgeting 11:31

26d ago11:31

11:31

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 3118: Kristin Wong shares a cautionary tale about how obsessive saving can backfire, highlighting how unrealistic budgeting and neglecting real-life spending patterns led her to rack up overdra…

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285. From Pain to Progress: Ellen’s Endometriosis Story 29:21

27d ago29:21

29:21

One in ten women have endometriosis, yet most aren’t diagnosed until they’re struggling to get pregnant or can no longer live with the pain. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon shares her personal story of navigating pain, infertility, and finally a diagnosis of endometriosis with biotech entrepreneur Caitlyn Krebs, CEO of Nalu Bio. They talk about this…

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3117: Be An Inflection Point To Someone by Mr. 1500 of 1500 Days on Financial Independence 12:04

27d ago12:04

12:04

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 3117: Mr. 1500 reflects on the unexpected power of being a quiet catalyst in someone else's financial journey. Through small, intentional actions, like gifting a book or leading by example, we …

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3116: What You Should Know About Index Funds by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Stock Market Investing 12:35

1M ago12:35

12:35

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 3116: Kumiko Love breaks down index funds in a simple, approachable way, showing how they can be a powerful, low-cost investment tool for long-term financial growth. With relatable explanations…

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3114: How To Find Your Passion In Life by Mia of She Dreams All Day on Curiosity and Self-Compassion 11:33

1M ago11:33

11:33

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 3114: Mia outlines a gentle yet practical path to uncovering your life’s passion by tuning into what excites you, experimenting without pressure, and aligning with your natural strengths. Her a…

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3115: Geographic Arbitrage and an Early Retirement Preview by The Mad Fientist on Financial Independence 10:05

1M ago10:05

10:05

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 3115: The Mad Fientist offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the emotional and psychological shifts he experienced after achieving early retirement. Rather than pure bliss, he discovered unex…

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3113: 6 Ways to Knock Out Creditors by Red with Budgets Are Sexy on Credit Card Debt and Financial Freedom 11:40

1M ago11:40

11:40

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 3113: Red shares her raw, firsthand experience of battling credit card debt, offering six empowering strategies to regain control and silence relentless creditors. From knowing your legal right…

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3112: The Worst Investment Advice I Ever Heard-Everywhere by Chris Mamula of Can I Retire Yet 14:46

1M ago14:46

14:46

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 3112: Chris Mamula reflects on the costly mistake of blindly trusting a financial advisor, a decision that led to years of excessive fees and missed investment growth. His story exposes how com…

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3111: The Dividend Aristocrats by Sean Owen with Mr. Money Mustache on Stock Market Investing 13:15

1M ago13:15

13:15

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 3111: Sean Owen highlights the powerful appeal of Dividend Aristocrats, companies that have raised their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years, demonstrating how these “boring” stocks can…

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3110: How to Grow the Value of Your Career by 50% by ESI of ESI Money on Increase Your Salary 11:26

1M ago11:26

11:26

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 3110: ESI draws on Warren Buffett's powerful analogy of career value as an investment, revealing how communication skills, particularly public speaking, can boost that value by 50%. Backed by p…

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284. Beyond the Stereotypes: How Women Are Changing the Meaning of 420 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

420 isn’t just a party, it’s a chance to reflect, connect, and celebrate cannabis legalization and its evolution in our culture. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with women who share what 420 means to them today. Whether it’s honoring the plant, remembering the people who paved the way, or creating new traditions with friends (and sometimes pet…

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