Best Monsters From The Basement Podcasts (2025)

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Grocery Bill Tips and Budget Bites SB1680 1:07:58

1d ago1:07:58

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If your grocery bill has you doing double-takes at the checkout line, you’re not alone—and this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show is packed with practical ways to take control of your food spending. Joe Saul-Sehy is joined by Janice Torres of the Yo Quiero Dinero podcast, regular contributor OG, and the always-frugal Len Penzo to serve up real…

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Required Viewing: Barbie of Swan Lake & The Swan Princess with Sara Childrey 34:52

1d ago34:52

34:52

Longest episode title ever? Perhaps. You're welcome. Teaching artist Sara Childrey joins me to discuss TWO movies: The Swan Princess (1994) and Barbie of Swan Lake (2003)! Follow Childrey's substack! Check out some other movie episodes: The Nightmare Before Christmas! The Last Unicorn! Support the podcast! Follow Erin!…

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Our Advice For Beginning Investors and Recent Graduates (SB1679) 1:26:25

3d ago1:26:25

1:26:25

Your burning questions fuel this episode! Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and special guest Christine Benz of Morningstar unpack some of the biggest questions facing investors today—especially those just starting out. We kick things off by diving deep into target date funds. They promise simplicity—but do they deliver long-term results? We explore when they wor…

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Becoming a Financial Badass with Jen Sincero (SB1678) 52:43

5d ago52:43

52:43

Joe Saul-Sehy sits down with bestselling author Jen Sincero, the powerhouse behind You Are a Badass and You Are a Badass at Making Money. If you've ever felt stuck in financial quicksand or caught in a loop of scarcity thinking, Jen brings the fire (and the funny) to help shift your mindset and start building wealth from the inside out. You’ll hear…

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The Great Debate: Buying vs Renting Your Home (SB1677) 1:08:00

8d ago1:08:00

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Buying vs. renting: it’s one of the most emotionally charged—and financially misunderstood—topics in personal finance. This week on The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and guests Jesse Cramer and Chris Luger enter the ring to challenge the conventional wisdom behind homeownership. It’s not just a polite chat. It’s a full-on basement deb…

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The Awakening with Erin Taylor 57:14

8d ago57:14

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Poet and author Erin Taylor joins me to discuss Kate Chopin's 1899 novel THE AWAKENING. Edna Pontellier struggles between her increasingly unorthodox views on femininity and motherhood with the prevailing social attitudes of the turn-of-the-century Louisiana. (Wikipedia) Erin Taylor's book Bimboland! Support the podcast! Follow Erin!…

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Retirement Roadblocks & Resilient Planning: The Squirrels Gone Wild Edition (SB1676) 1:08:43

10d ago1:08:43

1:08:43

Retirement might be the goal, but the journey? Full of curveballs. On today’s episode, Joe Saul-Sehy is joined by special guest co-host Len Penzo of LenPenzo.com, along with OG and Neighbor Doug, for a no-holds-barred look at what really derails retirement plans—and how to build a strategy that can handle the chaos. From unexpected job loss to risi…

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Fitness Meets Finances: Your Questions for Angelo Poli from Metpro (SB1675) 1:30:44

12d ago1:30:44

1:30:44

When it comes to living your best financial life, good health isn't a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have. In today’s episode, we welcome Angelo Poli from MetPro, who shows us why smart fitness and nutrition choices are just as important as smart money moves. Drawing on insightful listener questions, Angelo shares: How consistent habits—not extreme diets…

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Musings of an ADHD Mind 27:51

10d ago27:51

27:51

Got a topic or a question? Text us! Listen, sometimes you gotta roll with it: new people at Aldi, Search for a Pope, Mineral Salted Armpits, and Natalia's backBy Meg

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Lessons from the Trenches: Career Branding Good, Bad, and Ugly (SB1674) 1:06:39

15d ago1:06:39

1:06:39

What do zipper injuries, holiday party mishaps, and servant leadership have in common? They’re all part of today’s wide-ranging look at careers—what to do, what not to do, and how to make your next move smarter (and safer). Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug are joined by contributors Sandy Smith, Jesse Cramer, and a few classic career stories fr…

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The Great Gatsby with Alex Brunkhorst 49:08

15d ago49:08

49:08

Author Alex Brunkhorst joins me to discuss what was almost our very first book - The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald. It just turned 100! Set in the Jazz Age on Long Island, near New York City, the novel depicts first-person narrator Nick Carraway's interactions with Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire with an obsession to reunite with his form…

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Elevate Your Career (with Lorraine K. Lee) SB1673 1:06:19

17d ago1:06:19

1:06:19

How do you stand out in a competitive workplace—without shouting or burning out? In this episode, Joe and OG sit down with Lorraine K. Lee, a sought-after keynote speaker and former LinkedIn and Prezi leader, to dig into the real strategies behind building a career brand that lasts. Lorraine shares what she’s learned from coaching thousands of prof…

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There's Like Hella Kids in Here 19:48

15d ago19:48

19:48

Got a topic or a question? Text us! Do bad bumper stickers out crack-a-lackin' drivers? Also, KP and I are equals now.By Meg

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Craft Your Career Brand: Actionable Tips for Influence and Success (SB1672) 1:14:26

19d ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Today’s episode blends career strategy with financial know-how, because who says you can’t build your personal brand and your balance sheet at the same time? Joe Saul-Sehy and OG explore what it really means to shape your professional reputation—from the way you show up in meetings to how you set (and measure) your career goals. Whether you're clim…

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Blue Origin BS + Sunday Scaries: Part 1 of Emily's Story 15:15

17d ago15:15

15:15

Got a topic or a question? Text us! Spring hiatus is over! Let's dive into the Blue Origin mess...if it even happened. Plus, Sunday Scaries kicks off with Part 1 of a 3 Part ghost story! Cue the violin.By Meg

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Building Wealth Through Every "Era" of Your Life 1:04:30

22d ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Some people master reinvention. They move from one stage of life to the next with confidence, purpose, and an eye on long-term success. What if your financial plan could do the same? In today’s roundtable, Joe is joined by Alyssa Maes, Roger Whitney (The Retirement Answer Man), and OG to talk about what it takes to build wealth that lasts—not just …

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Feed Drop: The Night Post, a show about conscripted postal workers with a permeating spookiness 19:16

23d ago19:16

19:16

Hi folks! Creator of the show, Eira, here, to introduce you to another fantastic audio drama. The Night Post is a weird spooky horror chronicling the couriers conscripted to the postal service in Gilt City, where nothing is ever quite what it seems. The show is packed with twists and turns, an a creepy atmosphere which permeates every single bite-s…

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Goosebumps: Monster Blood 28:29

24d ago28:29

28:29

Another solo episode! Do you like these? Please let me know. Goosebumps book 3 follows Evan Ross when he discovers a can of "Monster Blood" in an old toy store. And it's got an appetite. Follow Erin! Support the podcast! Listen to Goosebumps Book 2! Listen to Goosebumps Book 1!

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Harvard Business Review's Kevin Evers on the Genius of Taylor Swift (SB1671) 1:15:56

24d ago1:15:56

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What Taylor Swift teaches us about strategy, long-term thinking, and building an empire. Taylor Swift isn’t just a pop icon—she’s a master strategist. And in this episode, we unpack exactly how she built a cultural and financial empire with smart moves that offer powerful lessons for any Stacker. Joe Saul-Sehy sits down with Kevin Evers of Harvard …

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Money and Business Lessons from the Career of Taylor Swift (and a BIG Roth IRA rule clarified) SB1670 1:14:51

26d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

It’s Taylor Swift week in the basement, and we’re kicking things off by looking at the business behind the beats. Joe, OG, and the gang pull back the curtain on the intentional, savvy moves that took Taylor from breakout teen artist to industry powerhouse—and why her playbook might just work for your financial life, too. We’re talking about more th…

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Episode 130 - What Hides In The Water, Part 2 45:33

29d ago45:33

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We continue last week's mermaid theme in this second part with more modern sightings and tales (pun intended). Show Links: The Paranormalist Podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theparanormalistpodcast The Paranormalist Podcast on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2743058 The Paranormalist Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/th…

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Conquering Investment Fears and Risks (SB1669) 1:11:41

29d ago1:11:41

1:11:41

Feeling anxious about where your money’s going? You’re not alone—and you’re not without a plan. In today’s episode, Joe is joined by OG, Mom’s neighbor Doug, and two sharp minds from the personal finance world: Paula Pant from Afford Anything and Dr. Jordan Grumet from Earn and Invest. Together, they take a deep dive into the many faces of investme…

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Goosebumps: Stay Out of the Basement 25:54

29d ago25:54

25:54

Book two in our Goosebumps deep dive! Something weird is going on with Dad ever since he got fired from his job - and why is he wearing that hat all the time? Could be he's a mad scientist! Follow Erin! Support the show! Listen to Goosebumps Book 1!

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How To Smooth Out Your Investing Ride...or not (SB1668) 1:04:21

1M ago1:04:21

1:04:21

Market volatility, overthinking portfolios, and why simple might be smarter. Trade wars. Tariffs. Tumbling markets. When headlines scream and your portfolio wobbles, what’s a Stacker to do? Today, we tackle how to invest confidently during uncertain times—without overcomplicating your strategy or losing sleep. We start by breaking down smart ways t…

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Special Episode: Tariff Fallout - What Should You Do? 26:44

1M ago26:44

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Tariffs got you sweating? We’ve got the strategy (and the LaCroix) to help you chill. Markets are wobbling, headlines are screaming, and you’re wondering if your portfolio is about to implode. Take a deep breath—and head down to the basement. In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Mom’s neighbor Doug tackle the turbulence triggered by recent tarif…

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From Basement Beginnings to Million-Dollar Dreams (with Rudy Mawer) SB1666 1:18:43

1M ago1:18:43

1:18:43

Entrepreneurship, financial anxiety, and a guinea pig (yes, really). When you’ve got a stuffed guinea pig on your desk and a mic in front of you, it’s only a matter of time before you talk about that one time you ate guinea pig in Peru. (Spoiler: It was pretty good.) That’s how we open today’s show—but from there, things get real. Today’s main even…

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Laura's Curly Top Model Past Exposed, Holy Stranger Danger, a Brush with the Catacombs, and Mandela's Bonne Terre Mines Theory 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

Got a topic or a question? Text us! Laura's back and this time we're diving into a seemingly innocent encounter with a man with an umbrella (if only), along w/ Laura's new Edward Scissorhands path, plus exploring dead things and the famous Bonne Terre, Missouri Mines. Get a snack and tuck in for the ride!…

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BIG Questions In Finance: Are You IN or OUT? (SB1665) 1:08:33

1M ago1:08:33

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Is good debt a myth? Should we all chase FIRE? The basement panel weighs in. In today’s Financial Concepts Friday roundtable, Joe brings the basement crew together for a lively “In or Out” debate on some of the most polarizing personal finance topics out there. Are we in or out on the idea of “good debt”? Do budgets really matter when you’re just s…

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Episode 129 - What Hides In The Water, Part 1 44:10

1M ago44:10

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This episode will be the first in a 2-part series of aquatic cryptids. Patty presents some more historical accounts of these creatures, featuring both salt water and fresh water. Show Links: The Paranormalist Podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theparanormalistpodcast The Paranormalist Podcast on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2743058 The Para…

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Fablehaven with Zannah Schorer 56:53

1M ago56:53

56:53

Zannah Schorer returns to discuss Brandon Mull's absolutely buck wild novel: FABLEHAVEN. Kendra and Seth discover their grandparents live on a nature preserve for all the world's mythical creatures (a haven, you might say, for fables...) Follow Zannah! Follow Erin! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Listen to Zannah's previous episode about The Tail of Emily Wind…

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Top 5 Eye-Roll Financial Tips You Should Ignore SB1664 1:14:08

1M ago1:14:08

1:14:08

Ever been told to buy the biggest house you can afford... to “motivate yourself”? Or to skip insurance because “nothing bad will happen”? Yeah—us too. And we’ve got some thoughts. In this episode, Joe, OG, and Doug break down the Top 5 Worst Financial Tips they’ve ever heard—and more importantly, why taking them seriously could leave your finances …

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Tourette's mania, Microplastic blowouts, Bigfoot in my backyard 24:32

1M ago24:32

24:32

Got a topic or a question? Text us! The title pretty much sums it up. Plus stupid gender reveals when Memaw would rather be at home...By Meg

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Tiffany Aliche on Connections and Financial Wholeness (with a side discussion on recent DoorDash/Klarna news) SB1663 1:13:57

1M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Is financial literacy missing from your life like that sock you swear went in the dryer? Tiffany Aliche, AKA The Budgetnista, is here to help you find it—minus the lint. She shares her journey to financial wholeness and takes us behind the scenes of her brand-new PBS special. Meanwhile, Joe and OG break down why financial education starts with comm…

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PROMO: Desert Skies S1E1 - "The Flavor of Life" 31:24

1M ago31:24

31:24

Hello again. We're just popping in to tell you about another podcast you might want to check out if you're a fan of Woodbine or Parkdale Haunt (and are looking for something to listen to while waiting for Season 2). Desert Skies is a quirky and heartfelt fiction podcast about life between this world and the next, set in the afterlife. The story tak…

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Better Investing Using Horrible Investment Products (SB1662) 1:04:54

1M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Ever fallen for an investment that seemed like a sure thing... until it wasn’t? You’re not alone. Today, we shine a light on some of the worst investment advice out there—and help you steer clear of it. Joining Joe at the roundtable are: Paula Pant from Afford Anything Jesse Cramer from Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors And Don McDonald, fin…

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Required Viewing: The Last Unicorn with Christin Campbell 27:13

2M ago27:13

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I love this one :) Writer Christin Campbell joins me to discuss the 1982 Rankin/Bass film THE LAST UNICORN! A unicorn leaves the protection of her enchanted forest to discover if she really is the last of her kind. Follow Christin! Follow Erin! Support the podcast! Another Required Viewing episode: The Nightmare Before Christmas!…

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How NOT To Invest: Lessons from Barry Ritholtz SB1661 1:18:29

2M ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Ever wondered how the top financial minds avoid disaster while the rest of us are busy panic-Googling “best investments 2024”? Today, Joe welcomes Barry Ritholtz of Ritholtz Wealth Management down to Mom’s basement for a conversation that flips typical investment advice on its head. It’s not about what to do—it’s about what not to do if you want to…

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10 Ways to Stop Blowing Up Your Investment Portfolio (SB1660) 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

What do weddings, wineries, and Whoppers have to do with smart investing? This week, Joe, OG, and Doug kick off the episode with stories from the road—including a surprise credit card confession that somehow involves a Burger King (because of course it does). But then the gang shifts gears and dives into real money talk, breaking down investing wis…

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How Pros Build Motivation Into an Effective Financial Plan (SB1659) 1:04:39

2M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Ever wonder why some people crush their financial goals while others keep hitting snooze? Today, we’re talking about the secret sauce behind sticking to a financial plan—and no, it’s not just “wanting it more” (though that helps). Joining Joe in the basement is OG, alongside personal finance expert Jesse Kramer from The Best Interest and CFP Dana A…

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Norovirus, Camp Cucamonga, and the Erewhon phenomenon 16:36

2M ago16:36

16:36

Got a topic or a question? Text us! Fever dreams take me on many internet journeys...with Urkel and overpriced smoothies.By Meg

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Midnight for Charlie Bone with Rachel Moss! 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Rachel Moss joins me to discuss Midnight for Charlie Bone by Jenny Nimmo from 2002! Many write it off as a Harry Potter rip-off but - hear this - it might be a whole lot better. When Charlie Bone discovers he can hear the voices of people in photographs he is whisked away to the Bloor Academy to train his powers, where he becomes entrenched in a ge…

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Climb Out of Your Rut: Molly Fletcher on Creating Sustainable Motivation (SB1658) 1:21:59

2M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, spinning your wheels, or just running low on motivation? Today, we crack the code on sustaining drive and avoiding complacency with former sports agent Molly Fletcher, who’s worked with some of the biggest names in sports and has been dubbed the female Jerry Maguire. She breaks down the fine line between conten…

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How to Use Process to Create Sustainable Drive (SB1657) 1:07:44

2M ago1:07:44

1:07:44

Ever start a new financial goal feeling unstoppable, only to lose momentum when life gets in the way? Staying motivated isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. Today, Joe and OG take a deep dive into Dynamic Drive, the key to keeping your financial momentum going without burnout. We’ll break down the seven essential pillars—mind…

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Episode 128 - Monsters in the Basement 58:16

2M ago58:16

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Have you ever had a strange feeling in a dark basement that someone or something was there with you? It just might have not been your imagination. Join us for this episode where Patty starts with more tame stories and moves into positively shocking ones. Show Links: The Paranormalist Podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theparanormalistpodcast …

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Yeah, We Overpaid for That (SB1656) 57:43

2M ago57:43

57:43

Ever feel guilty about that $7 airport coffee or the mystery fees that somehow turn your $15 DoorDash order into a $40 financial regret? You’re not alone. This episode, Joe Saul-Sehy is joined by Paula Pant (Afford Anything) and Justin Peters (The Struggle Is Real) to unravel the sneaky ways convenience drains our wallets. In this episode: Airport …

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The Best Tax Prep Software of 2025 (SB1655) 1:10:05

2M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Choosing the Best Tax Software for Your Needs Tax season is here—so which software should you trust with your hard-earned Benjamins? Eric Rosenberg from The College Investor joins us to break down the best options, whether you're a side hustler, crypto investor, or just looking for a free filing solution. Will TurboTax take the crown again, or is t…

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Dream Big, Live Free: Grant Sabatier's Guide to Entrepreneurship (SB1654) 1:20:02

2M ago1:20:02

1:20:02

Ever wondered if working for yourself could be the game-changer your finances need? Grant Sabatier thinks so, and today, he’s diving into the realities of entrepreneurship—from smart strategies to potential pitfalls. Where to start if you’re considering entrepreneurship – Not every side hustle is a winner, so how do you know if this path is right f…

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Episode 127 - Ghosts Of War, Part 2 47:16

2M ago47:16

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This week we continue where Patty left off last time. If you'd like to hear more military or war ghost stories, please let us know in the comments. Show Links: The Paranormalist Podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theparanormalistpodcast The Paranormalist Podcast on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2743058 The Paranormalist Podcast Facebook Grou…

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The Surprising Benefits of Financial Inaction (SB1653) 1:11:46

2M ago1:11:46

1:11:46

Feeling the pressure to constantly tweak your investments? Today, we uncover the surprising benefits of financial inaction with insights from CFP Dana Anspach, Len Penzo, and OG. We dive into the wisdom of sometimes doing nothing—because, as it turns out, sitting on your hands (financially speaking) can be a power move. Why lazy portfolio managemen…

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