Best Let S Unpack That Podcasts (2025)

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Outsmarting Unintended Consequences: How Good Money Moves Don’t Go as Planned (SB1731) 1:04:32

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Ever celebrate paying off a credit card…only to watch your credit score drop? Or ditch your budget for “simplicity” and find yourself ordering takeout three nights in a row? On this week’s episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Paula Pant (Afford Anything) and Jesse Cramer (Personal Finance for Long-Ter…

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We Answer Your Awesome Questions: HSAs, Roth Conversions, Trusts, and More (SB1730) 1:15:43

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What happens when you hand the mic to Stackers? You get a mailbag episode loaded with real-life money challenges, surprising lessons, and a few “wait, what?” moments. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, special guest Anna Allem (a CFP® with her own winding journey into the profession), and Neighbor Doug dig into your most pressing financial questions—no fluff, no j…

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S3 Ep. 1: It’s All God’s Anyway — Rethinking Ownership and Living as Faithful Stewards 35:45

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Send us a text S3 Ep.1 — It’s All God’s Anyway: Rethinking Ownership & Living as Faithful Stewards Season 3 launches the V in INVESTED: Valuing Stewardship. Allen & Stacy Jo explore the freedom of living as stewards, not owners—inviting the Holy Spirit into your paychecks, calendars, conversations, and decisions so you can live open-handed and watc…

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Unpacking Two Big Ideas: Infinite Banking and Saving For Young Children (SB1729) 1:19:25

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Labor Day might be about rest, but in the basement, we’re getting to work on busting some of the most persistent myths in personal finance. Joe Saul-Sehy and OG welcome insurance pro Tony Steuer to unpack the shiny marketing around infinite banking and velocity banking. Spoiler: sometimes “be your own bank” really means “make your insurer rich.” Fr…

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How To Tell Your Boss You Want to Retire Often (SB1728) 1:01:57

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Why wait until your knees creak louder than your rocking chair to start enjoying life? In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant (AffordAnything) and Neighbor Doug welcome Jillian Johnsrud—author of Retire Often—to share why sprinkling your life with mini-retirements might be the smartest, healthiest, and most joyful move you make before your …

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A 'Guess The Guest' Adventure 15:10

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Join Uncle Chris in this super special episode of Armchair Adventures where we play 'Guess The Guest!' 🤔 The rules are simple, in each round Uncle Chris will give you 3 clues about a special guest who has appeared in an Armchair Adventures episode. You have the thinking time ding to decide your answer before we reveal who it is! ⏰ This is going to …

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Dr. Danielle McGeough's Guide to Avoiding Burnout (SB1727) 1:00:21

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If you’ve been running on fumes, juggling work deadlines, family obligations, and maybe even a neglected 401(k) or two, this episode is your permission slip to stop, breathe, and recalibrate. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Dr. Danielle McGeough—professor, transformational strategist, and champion of intentional living—into the basemen…

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S2 Ep. 7: Raising Up Servant Leaders – Multiplying Your Mission 23:07

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like you’re carrying all the weight of leadership alone? In this episode of Faithfully Invested with Allen & Stacy Jo Thorne, we dive deep into what it looks like to raise up servant leaders who can multiply your mission—whether in business, ministry, or at home. When we try to do it all ourselves, burnout is inevi…

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The Deceptive Allure of Investing Like the 1% (How We Get Conned) SB1726 55:44

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Ever think, “If I just followed the playbook of the ultra-wealthy, I’d be set for life”? Turns out, that’s exactly the kind of thinking that can lead you straight into the arms of a scammer. In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG break down the traps hidden inside the “invest like the 1%” mantra (and other similar phrases), complete with real-life c…

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Estate Planning, Charitable Giving, and Financial Hot Takes (SB1725) 1:01:47

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If you’ve ever wondered whether you should pass on your money now or make your heirs wait for the “big reveal” (cue the dramatic reading of your will), this is your episode. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Paula Pant from Afford Anything and Jesse Cramer from Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors to play a high-stakes round of “In o…

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Donor Advised Funds 101 (with Adam Nash) SB1724 1:15:26

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What if there were a way to make charitable giving easier, more strategic, and—dare we say—more satisfying? In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Len Penzo welcome Adam Nash, founder and CEO of Daffy, to demystify donor-advised funds. Whether you’ve never heard of them or you’ve been meaning to set one up, Adam walk…

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S2 Ep. 6: The Joy of Secret Service – Impact Without Applause 25:09

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Send us a text In a world obsessed with likes, shares, and recognition, Allen and Stacy Jo dive into the power of serving in secret. What happens when no one sees your good works but God? How do we embrace unseen obedience without craving applause? In this episode, you’ll discover why the most meaningful acts of service are often the ones that neve…

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3 Questions You're Dying To Know about Estate Planning (with attorney Tim Semro) SB1723 1:01:19

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Estate planning might not sound like the most thrilling topic—but skipping it can create a real mess for the people you care about most. In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug sit down with attorney Tim Semro to cut through the noise on wills, trusts, and life insurance. Whether you’ve been putting off …

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Is Chasing Work-Life Balance Worth the Investment? (SB1722) 1:01:43

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Some people chase “work-life balance” like it’s the Holy Grail—spending time, money, and mental energy trying to keep work and personal life perfectly split down the middle. But what if that balance doesn’t actually exist? Live from Joe’s mom’s basement (and not nearly as glamorous as it sounds), Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant, and Jesse Cramer pull…

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UNPACKED: A Greek Gods Olympic Adventure 25:40

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It’s time to test your Armchair Adventures knowledge once again, with a brand spanking new episode of UNPACKED, the join in quiz show spin-off from Armchair Adventures! Our host, Connie's Uncle Chris 🧔🏻‍♂️, and his cheeky soundboard Ziggy 🤖 will challenge adventurers at home and in the studio to ‘Unpack’ an Armchair Adventure through a series of si…

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How One Entrepreneur Constructed a Better Tomorrow (with Cheryl McKissick Daniel) SB1721 1:05:02

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Ever wonder how to build a career, business, or financial plan that actually lasts — no matter what life throws at you? This week, we’re bringing you lessons from someone who’s done it for more than five generations. Cheryl McKissick Daniel, president and CEO of McKissick & McKissick, joins Joe and OG to share the strategies her family has used to …

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S2 Ep. 5: The Cost of Serving — Overcoming Burnout and Bitterness 40:20

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Send us a text Are you serving with joy—or running on empty? In this episode of Faithfully Invested, Allen and Stacy Jo Thorne share practical, biblical strategies for avoiding burnout, setting healthy boundaries, and serving from overflow rather than obligation. Drawing from Mark 10:45, Galatians 6:9, and other key scriptures, they unpack why even…

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How To Fix 8 of the Most Common 401k Mistakes (SB1720) 1:02:08

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Is your 401(k) quietly working for you… or quietly working against you? In the first half of this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug tackle the most common 401(k) slip-ups that even seasoned savers make—and how to turn yours into a retirement-building machine. Then, in the second half, we turn to a problem many Stackers don’t see coming:…

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Hot Financial Takes: Are You In or Out? SB1719 55:26

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Get ready for a rapid-fire roundtable packed with personal finance opinions that might challenge your own money playbook. In this episode, Paula Pant (Afford Anything), Jesse Cramer (Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors), and Don McDonald (Talking Real Money) join Joe and OG to declare whether they're in or out on some of the most polarizing fi…

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S2 Ep. 4: Serving in Business - Kingdom Leadership in the Marketplace 48:58

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Send us a text Can you lead in business without compromising your values—or your faith? In this episode of Faithfully Invested, Allen and Stacy Jo Thorne share how to merge your work hat and your worship hat so you can lead with integrity, compassion, and biblical wisdom in any environment. From handling conflict with grace to protecting your integ…

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Master the Art of Negotiation with Paula Pant (SB1718) 1:16:23

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Think negotiation is just for boardrooms and car dealerships? Think again. In this episode, we bring in Paula Pant from Afford Anything to show how negotiating—done well—can level up your finances, your relationships, and yes, even who does the dishes. Paula breaks down why many of us fear negotiation, how to overcome those internal roadblocks, and…

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A Sandwich Guide to Navigating Inflation (plus how to plug 401k "leakage") SB1717 1:21:12

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Is your grocery bill beefier than your sandwich? This week, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug unpack inflation in a way that only we can—by biting into Len Penzo’s Annual Sandwich Survey. Yes, prices are up, and yes, you can still eat well without triggering a credit card crisis. But it’s not just meat and mustard on today’s menu. We’re also ser…

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What Would YOU Do With $50,000? (SB1716) 1:06:26

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You just came into $50,000—no strings attached. Do you crush your debt? Supercharge your retirement? Blow it all on a podcasting-themed backyard grotto? In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant (Afford Anything), and Jesse Cramer (The Best Interest) gather around the card table in Mom’s basement to tackle one of…

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A Greek Gods Olympic Adventure - Part 2 19:10

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Things had been going well at the Olympics for Connie, Uncle Chris and his community theatre company, as they faced the Greek Gods and Goddesses in battle for their lives! Of course, they couldn't have done it without the help of their new friend – Queen of the Gods – Hera! However, Zeus ⚡🔱 became suspicious and stopped her from helping us, leaving…

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How to Make Better Decisions Using Math (with Ted Dintersmith) SB1715 1:23:45

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High school math left most of us staring blankly at the board, convinced compound interest was just a fancy way to say "confusing." But what if math could be fun, relevant, and—dare we say—life-changing? In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome economist, education reformer, and documentary filmma…

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S2 Ep. 3: Serving at Home - Loving Your Family Like Jesus 43:31

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Send us a text Why is it sometimes easier to be patient with strangers than with the people we love most? In this episode of Faithfully Invested, Allen and Stacy Jo Thorne dive deep into what it really means to love and serve your family like Jesus—with humility, grace, and intentionality. Through personal stories (yes, even toilet paper emergencie…

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How to Turn 2025's New Tax Rules Into Big Savings (SB1714) 50:01

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Big changes are coming to the tax code—and that could mean big savings if you know where to look. On today’s episode, Joe, OG, and Doug break down the most important updates in the 2025 tax laws and share smart, simple ways to keep more of your hard-earned cash. Whether you're a spreadsheet-loving tax nerd or someone who still asks, “Wait, do I hav…

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Climbing the Wealth Ladder: Conquering Retirement Fears (with Mark Trautman) SB1713 1:00:50

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What if the scariest part of retirement isn’t running out of money—but losing your sense of identity? This week on The Stacking Benjamins Show, we tackle the fears that hold so many people back from financial independence and a joyful, purpose-filled retirement. Joe Saul-Sehy and Doug are joined by an all-star panel of financial thinkers: Mark Trau…

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Understanding Your Financial Roadmap (with Nick Maggiulli) SB1712 1:17:49

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What do your financial priorities look like when you're just getting started... or when you're sitting on $100 million? If you’re still stuck trying to figure out how to max out your Roth IRA and also afford dinner, this episode’s going to walk you through what might be coming next—without promising you a yacht by Tuesday. This week on The Stacking…

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S2 Ep. 2: Leading from the Low Place—Humility Over Hype 32:18

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Send us a text In a world obsessed with likes, shares, and personal brands, how do we keep our hearts low and our eyes on Jesus? In this episode of Faithfully Invested, Allen and Stacy Jo Thorne tackle the challenge of leading from humility instead of hype—and why Kingdom influence starts in the low place. Through scripture, personal stories, and p…

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How to Climb the Wealth Ladder (SB1711) 1:08:29

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What’s the right financial move for you… right now? If you've ever found yourself reading advice meant for a millionaire when you're still trying to crack five figures—or following budgeting tips when your net worth is seven digits—this episode is your custom-tailored financial GPS. In this installment of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy,…

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How To Waste Your Life (or hopefully, not) SB1710 1:08:44

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Ever feel like you're working hard but getting nowhere? You're not alone—and you might be stuck in a productivity trap, not a purpose-driven plan. In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, we tackle the big one: how to avoid wasting your life. (No pressure.) Joe Saul-Sehy kicks things off with a tongue-in-cheek nod to all the ways we fritter …

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A Greek Gods Olympic Adventure - Part 1 27:06

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Connie is playing Hera, Queen of the Gods, in her school play, but she’s finding the pressure a lot to deal with and keeps freezing up in rehearsals… 🎭 “This is a lovely costume…buuuuut… I’m playing Hera, Queen of the Gods. I don’t think I’ll do it justice!” Wanting her to believe in herself, Uncle Chris and his trusty community theatre company tak…

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Create Goals that Stick (with Ret. Lt. Cdr. Gary MacDermid) 1:18:29

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Want to crush your goals and avoid getting crushed by long-term care costs? In today’s episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG are joined by Retired Lieutenant Commander Gary McDermott, a former U.S. Navy officer turned business coach, who brings military-grade discipline to the world of goal-setting and financial success. Whet…

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S2 Ep. 1: “It’s Not About Me?” — Dying to Self Without Losing Yourself 37:37

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Send us a text Allen and Stacy Jo explore the biblical call to die to self while still embracing the unique personality God designed in you. Surrendering to God’s plan isn’t about erasing your identity—it’s about aligning it with His purpose. Through personal stories, Scripture, and a touch of humor, they unpack how to serve from love instead of eg…

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Mid-Year Financial Reset: Key Takeaways from the First Half of 2025 (SB1708) 1:17:48

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Still on track to crush your 2025 goals? Or has the year felt more like a Super Mario Kart banana peel moment? In this special mid-year review episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG take a pause from the summer sprint to look back at the most impactful lessons, conversations, and themes from the first half of 2025. Whether you…

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The Stuff You Should Stop Buying (and Why Your Wallet Will Thank You) SB1707 1:02:06

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Is your house full of stuff you thought you needed… but haven’t touched since the Obama administration? In this game show-style episode, we're helping you clean house and bulk up your bank account at the same time. Joining Joe in the basement are Paula Pant from Afford Anything, OG, and the man, the myth, the TikTok-famous legend’s grandpa’s best f…

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Happy Money, Hidden Fees, and Hiring Your Kids (SB1706) 1:14:15

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What if your money could bring you more joy—and less stress? Today, we welcome Ken Honda, Japan’s bestselling personal development guru, to the basement. He introduces us to his concept of “Happy Money,” where gratitude replaces fear, and your relationship with money becomes… well, happier. From early lessons in emotional finance to wisdom from his…

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Ep. 8 From Intimacy to Impact: When Your Walk with God Changes the World Around You 39:46

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Want More Money? Cut The Clutter (with Tracy McCubbin) SB1705 1:05:33

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Is your home packed with emotional baggage... and maybe a few fondue sets you haven’t touched since 2003? Organizational expert Tracy McCubbin joins us to talk about the emotional side of clutter—why it builds up, how it weighs us down, and what to do when your sentimental stuff is quietly running the show. Meanwhile, Joe and OG dig into another ki…

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Let's Start a Money Revolution (SB1704) 1:05:06

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Happy Independence Day, Stackers! While fireworks boom and flags wave, we're lighting a spark under your financial life. This episode isn’t about tea in harbors—it’s about burning down debt, revolting against lifestyle creep, and rallying your family for a better money future. Joining Joe and Doug in the basement for this full-on financial insurrec…

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UNPACKED: A Super Sustainable Fashion Adventure 23:41

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🎧 It’s time to test your Armchair Adventures knowledge! Welcome to Unpacked – the brand-new spin-off show from Armchair Adventures, made for your listening (and joining-in!) pleasure. 🎙️Hosted by Connie’s Uncle Chris – drama teacher, actor extraordinaire and mischief-maker – and his cheeky soundboard sidekick Ziggy, each episode of Unpacked takes y…

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Turning Ideas into Billion Dollar Businesses (with Julie Wainwright) SB1703 1:08:34

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What does it take to turn a bold idea into a billion-dollar brand? Julie Wainwright, founder of The RealReal, joins us to share how she did just that—after enduring some pretty public failures (hello, Pets.com). She talks about navigating the startup world, tackling ageism head-on, and why your past doesn’t define your future. Julie’s story is pack…

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Ep. 7 Intimacy in Marriage Starts with Intimacy with God 39:46

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Is the 4% Rule In Play? (SB1702) 54:37

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How much can you really spend in retirement without running out of money—or worse, running out of fun? In this deeper-than-usual dive, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG examine the classic 4% retirement rule and whether it’s time for an upgrade. With new commentary from Bill Bengen, the original architect of the 4% rule, the team explores emerging research that…