Best Ppm Podcasts (2025)

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Dual Military Millionaires: Financial Independence in 4 Years, Navy Lifestyle Tips, and Maintaining Connection as a Couple #184 1:02:48

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Carol and Ken didn’t just imagine a life beyond the military- they designed one. In just four years, they transformed from brand-new ensigns with zero TSP contributions into self-made millionaires. In this episode, we'll unpack the financial strategy, discipline, and teamwork that helped them achieve Lean FIRE (financial independence, retire early)…

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Episode 464: My Favorites: 1970-1979 53:58

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Part two of a multi part series, this one featuring my favorite songs from the 1970-1979 year end charts. Artists include Norman Greenbaum, Boz Scaggs, Carl Douglas, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Jackson Browne, Bob Seger and more!

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Chase Sapphire Reserve Military Update | $795 Annual Fee Still Waived, New Benefits #183 34:17

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Spencer and Jamie break down all the major updates to the Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card and why military families should still consider it their top travel rewards card despite the annual fee increase to $795. What You'll Learn: Military Benefits That Make This Card a No-Brainer: How the Military Lending Act (MLA) waives the $795 annual fee fo…

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Episode 463: July 4th Mix 1:23:46

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A special 4th of July mix that is being simulcast both here and on Rock Island Radio UK! A mix of music - some songs are about America and others are by well known American artists! This new for 2025 show features artists that include Night Ranger, Neil Diamond, John Mellencamp, Boston, Carrie Underwood, Donna Summer, The Pointer Sisters Brooks and…

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Target Military Discount | 10% off for 4th of July and Veterans Day #182 7:49

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Bonus episode! Target is offering 10% off twice for verified military families! Here's a quick episode were Jamie shares everything you need to know to save big during this limited-time promotion. Whether you're prepping for a move or restocking your household essentials, this discount is an easy win. 🗓️ Promo Details: What: 10% discount at Target—…

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$5M by 40: Military Medicine FIRE | Benefits and Pay for Military Doctors with CPT (Dr.) Pritish Sahoo #181 56:38

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What do you get when you combine a passion for service, a pivot to medicine, and a mastery of money? In this episode, Army doctor Pritish Sahoo breaks down how he leveraged military programs to fund $700K in education—and built a real estate empire along the way. Topics Covered: Pivot from engineering to medicine Navigating the HPSP (Health Profess…

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Episode 462: Variety Hits 49 58:12

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The 49th edition of Variety Hits! Artists include REO Speedwagon, Simply Red, Kelly Clarkson, Bill Justis, The Three Degrees, Mason Williams, Russian Futurists, Air Supply, The Beatles, Meredith Brooks and more!

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Episode 461: 90s Adult Contemporary Number Ones 54:25

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A mix of songs that hit number one on the Adult Contemporary chart in the 1990s. Artists include Seal, Phil Collins, Celine Dion, Don Henley, Bryan Adams, Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, Elton John and more! (R)

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Why File for VA Disability | "I'm Good" and Other Lies Veterans Tell Themselves with Doug Nordman #180 48:36

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Did you know even a 0% rating can unlock important benefits for you and your family? Why do so many veterans delay or avoid filing for VA disability compensation? It’s not about the money—it’s often about identity, pride, and a labyrinth of red tape. Doug Nordman joins Spencer to break the silence and stigma surrounding VA disability claims, while …

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Episode 460: Long Songs 53:27

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A mix of songs with long in the title. Artists include The Beatles, Boston, Foreigner, AC/DC, The Who, Joe Walsh, Lionel Richie, The Hollies and more!

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Beyond Money Rich: Five Types of Wealth #179 55:12

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Your net worth isn't the full picture of your wealth. Financial independence is great, but if your health, relationships, and purpose suffer, are you really wealthy? In this episode, Jamie and Spencer break down The Five Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom and how to create a life that’s truly rich—beyond just the numbers in your bank account. Overview:…

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Episode 459: Fun 90s Mix 8 59:59

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A brand new mix of 90s hits! Artists include Alanis Morrissette, Hootie and the Blowfish, The Notorious B.I.G., TLC, Blues Traveler, Sister Hazel and more!

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529 Debate - Are 529s Helpful or Too Restrictive? Spencer & Jamie Have Differing Views on College Savings for Military Families#178 41:05

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Too restrictive or a key part of a military families financial planning? Today's episode is a no-holds-barred discussion about the pros, cons, and real-life strategies behind 529 plans. Episode Summary: In this episode, Spencer and Jamie dive deep into the world of 529 college savings plans—a tax-advantaged tool designed to save for qualified educa…

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Episode 458: June 2003 51:34

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A mix of Top 40 hits from June 2003! Artists include Train, Coldplay, Josh Kelley, Wayne Wonder, Sean Paul, Matchbox Twenty, Uncle Kracker and more! (R)

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CZTE The Triple Tax Benefits of Combat Zone Tax Exclusion | Tax Free Pay for Military #177 20:01

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Did you know there’s a way to get tax-free income, tax-free growth, AND tax-free withdrawals—all legally? If you’re in the military, you have access to one of the most powerful wealth-building tools that civilians can only dream of. Combat Zone Tax Exclusion (CZTE) is the golden ticket, and in this episode, we break down exactly how you can leverag…

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Episode 457: June 1970 43:59

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A mix of Top 40 hits from June 1970. Artists include Rare Earth, The Moody Blues, Joe Cocker, The Temptations, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Eric Burdon and War, The Turtles and more! (R)

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7 Levels of Wealth for Military Families | Everyone Starts Somewhere #176 35:30

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Are you just trying to survive financially? Or are you on your way to building a lasting legacy? Discover the 7 levels of wealth adapted for military life and learn how to move from paycheck-to-paycheck living to financial freedom and abundance! This isn't about rank or time in service – it's about intention and systems. This episode is inspired by…

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Episode 456: May 1971 37:58

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A mix of Top 40 hits from May 1971. Artists include The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, The Raiders, Three Dog Night, John Lennon, Ringo Starr and more! (R)

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Episode 455: Variety Hits 48 1:17:54

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Guest Host Steve Reading fills in for me and presents the 48th edition of Variety Hits! Artists include Fleetwood Mac, ABC, The Beatles, Matchbox Twenty, The Allman Brothers Band, The Guess Who, Van Morrison, Jimmy Eat World, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder and more! Steve - a big thank you for coming back and lending your voice to the sh…

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PCS like a Pro! Our Top Tips for Military PCS, PPM, and Being Financially Ready #175 31:49

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Navigating PCS Chaos, Saving Money, and Finding Adventure! PCSing is a constant in military life, often bringing stress, extra costs, and confusion. But it doesn't have to be a nightmare! In this episode, we dive deep into practical tips and strategies to help you survive your next Permanent Change of Station (PCS), save money, and maybe even make …

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Episode 454: May 1966 33:43

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A mix of Top 40 hits from May 1966! Artists include The Lovin' Spoonful, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Johnny Rivers, The Temptations, The Mamas and the Papas, The Capitals and more! (R)

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Episode 453: May 1994 54:59

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A mix of Top 40 hits from May 1994. Artists include Sheryl Crow, The Gin Blossoms, Tom Petty, Counting Crows, Beck, Jimmy Cliff, Huey Lewis and the News, Lisa Loeb and more! (R)

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Is Military Retirement Worth It? | Valuing Military Retirement w/ The Enlisted Money Guy, Brandon Lovingier #174 34:21

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The military retirement is one of the best benefits in the world... but is it worth the cost in years of your life? Summary: How is military retirement pay calculated Military retirement can be worth at least $1,500,000! Benefits for military retirees Intangible benefits of military service What veterans miss about the military after retirement Lin…

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Episode 452: Mother's Day Mix 1:11:14

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A mix of songs all about mom! Artists include The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Scissor Sisters, Mat Kearney, Genesis, Queen, The Shirelles, Quiet Riot and more! (R)

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Money for Military Couples | Money for Couples, Military Edition #173 50:36

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Most couples would rather talk about their sex life with a friend than money! What would it look like if we both felt good about money? Today we talk about how to get started with dreaming together and how to discover how to create a shared vision and discussing what kind of money stories do you want to write together as a couple Jamie's 3 main tak…

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Episode 451: April 2000 1:00:53

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A mix of Top 40 hits from April 2000. Artists include Third Eye Blind, Macy Gray, Christina Aguilera, Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth, N'Sync, Vitamin C, Faith Hill, Celine Dion and more!

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Too Much Cash? How Much Cash a Military Family Must Have with Erik Baskin #172 23:02

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Holding too much cash can be a drag on your gains. You shouldn't have too much of it sitting in your account without a specific purpose. Today you'll learn answers to questions such as: How much is too much? Where should I keep my cash? What should I do today if I have too much cash? Links from today's episode: Erik Baskin at Baskin FP Past podcast…

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Episode 450: Hello and Goodbye Songs 46:40

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A mix of songs that say 'Hello' and 'Goodbye'. Artists include The Doors, Train, Michelle Branch, The Beatles, The Cars, Todd Rundgren, Steam, The Manhattans and more! (R)

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Lump Sum Vs Dollar Cost Averaging #171 14:46

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Which is better, lump sum investing or Dollar Cost Averaging? Bottom line, neither is significantly better, although lump sum investing statistically wins slightly. The more important factor in you building wealth is that you invest consistently for the long-term! Missing just the 10 best trading days between 2002-2022 would cut your returns by 50%…

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Episode 449: Fun 2000s Mix 4 1:03:19

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Another fun mix of 2000s hits! Artists include Pink, Daughtry, Nelly, Nelly Furtado, Pussycat Dolls, Michelle Branch, Bon Jovi, Kris Allen and more!

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Practice over Perfection - Shifting Your Money Mindset to Reduce Frustration & Improve Communication #170 22:27

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Better every day. That's the goal. Not perfection. What skill have you ever learned that you were perfect at right from the start? Then why are you so hard on yourself when your financial journey isn't perfectly smooth and easy? Each positive decision you make, each money conversation you have with your spouse is like a good set at the gym. Not eve…

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Episode 448: My Favorites: 1960-1969 36:48

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Taking a look at my favorite song from each year of the 1960s. Artists include The Beatles, Johnny Preston, The Marcels, Sam The Sham & The Pharaohs, Spencer Davis Group and more!

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Episode 447: More Cowbell! 55:36

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A show spotlighting songs with more cowbell! Artists include Blue Oyster Cult, The Chambers Brothers, The Rolling Stones, War, The Beatles, The Bee Gees, Nazareth, ELO, Fleetwood Mac, Van Halen and more!

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Money for Military Women, How Gender Roles Affect Your Finances, VA Loan House Hacking, & Off-Duty Employment with Lanae Lang of @Lanaeslife1 #169 44:34

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"Reading changed my life!" Today's key topics include: VA House Hacking as a young officer, military influencer and off duty employment in the Air Force, personal finance for military women, and self improvement for new officers and cadets. As a young officer, Lanae is debt free except her mortgage, owns a home using her VA loan, has a very high sa…

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Episode 446: April 1985 55:43

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A mix of Top 40 hits from April 1985! Artists include Eric Clapton, John Fogerty, Murray Head, Chicago, Mick Jagger, Billy Joel, Glenn Frey and more! (R)

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Episode 445: April Fools! 59:24

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A mix of 'Fool' songs from artists that include The Beatles, The Cars, John Mellencamp, RIck Springfield, Def Leppard, George Michael and more! (R)

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International Stock Investment for Military Families with Erik Baskin, CFP #168 25:21

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30%-40% international funds in your portfolio!? What is home-country bias and why you may want exposure to markets other than just the US stock market. Links: https://www.baskinfp.com/ Military Tax Experts Alliance Vanguard article on international investments "U.S. stocks are unlikely to repeat their past outperformance over the coming decade" - V…

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Episode 444: Variety Hits 47 53:21

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The 47th edition of Variety Hits! Artists include Eddie Money, The Beatles, Falco, Bill Withers, Mick Jagger, Howard Jones, Kenny Rogers, Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels, Lucy Woodward, Keith Urban and more!

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Episode 443: 5th Anniversary Lookback: My 100th Show (Part 4) 1:13:42

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It's a journey through my childhood record collection as we revisit my 100th show special! Artists include The Kingsmen, Napoleon XIV, The Doors, The Who, "Weird Al" Yankovic and The Beatles! (R)

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Episode 442: 5th Anniversary Lookback: My 100th Show (Part 3) 1:09:38

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It's a journey through my childhood record collection as we revisit my 100th show special! Artists include George Michael, The Rolling Stones, The Temptations and The Four Tops! (R)

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Episode 441: 5th Anniversary Lookback: My 100th Show (Part 2) 1:14:03

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It's a journey through my childhood record collection as we revisit my 100th show special! Artists include The Moody Blues, Eumir Deodato, Yes, The Surfaris and comedy from David Frye! (R)

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Military Entrepreneurship, Guard Benefits, Contributing $70k into TSP while Deployed with Ryan Guina from The Military Wallet #167 42:41

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Entreprenuership, Guard benefits, TSP while deployed, and more! Topics from today: Starting TheMilitaryWallet.com Joining the Guard after 8 years Why he joined the Guard VA disability Guard pay, healthcare, and retirement differences Transition Assistance Medical Program (TAMP) TSP contributions in a combat zone Annual additons limit Ryan's persona…

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Episode 440: 5th Anniversary Lookback: My 100th Show (Part 1) 55:34

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It's a journey through my childhood record collection as we revisit my 100th show special! Artists include The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Eric Clapton, The Trashmen, The Allman Brothers Band and Sam The Sham. (R)

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Episode 439: Wedding Reception Mix 53:53

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A mix of wedding reception classics! Artists include Marcia Griffiths, Kool and the Gang, DJ Casper, Drake, The Killers, Van Morrison, Rednexx, Beyonce and more!

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Don't Buy a House When Leaving the Military with Kate Horrell #166 50:24

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64% of veterans will leave initial first post-military job in the first two years! Repeat guest Kate Horrell joins us again to discuss her thought-provoking post on this topic. Of course there are always outliers and unique circumstances, but in genral we hope this conversation helps you slow down and question the pressure to "stabilize" and find y…

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Episode 438: 5th Anniversary Lookback: Variety Hits 1 40:53

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A trip back to the very first edition of Variety Hits! Artists include The Beatles, Maroon 5, 10,000 Maniacs, Jimi Hendrix, Bill Haley, Bob Seger and more! (R)

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"It Feels Like I'd Be Stealing From My Kids" | Jamie's GI Bill Discussion & Financial Therapy with Daniel Kopp #165 23:53

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As an optimzer, Jamie was concerned about how to perfect his family's GI Bill strategy. In the middle of a discussion (after we wrapped up last week's podcast recording with Daniel), we hit record for this non-standard format. As Jamie allows himself to be vulnerable and curious about the words he used, Daniel is able to help him work through some …

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Episode 437: Fun 70s Mix 5 1:03:25

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A brand new show featuring a mix of 70s pop and rock hits! Artists include The Rolling Stones, Frankie Valli, Stevie Wonder, Electric Light Orchestra, Peter Frampton, The Bee Gees, Billy Preston, The Eagles, Smokey Robinson and more!

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Episode 436: 5th Anniversary Lookback: The Debut Episode 48:28

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To celebrate the 5th anniversary of my show, here is the debut episode from five years ago today, March 4, 2020! It's a Top 40 Lookback from March 1984 and features music from Culture Club, KC, Van Halen, Nena, John Lennon, James Ingram and more! (R)

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Raising Money Smart Kids in Military Families with Daniel Kopp #164 56:58

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How to teach your military kids about healthy and positive money habits, set expectations for college, use the GI Bill, and leverage 529s and other investment accounts for your military family. With today's guest, Daniel Kopp, we discussed: Teaching kids spending, saving, and giving buckets Teach, demo, supervise with your kids Give them chances to…