Be Free And Clear

In this powerful episode, Jon sits down with Kristina Messenger of Messenger Financial Consulting to discuss one of the most talked-about financial concepts today: What does it really mean to “Be Your Own Bank”? Together, they break down:  Infinite banking explained simply   How life insurance can be used beyond death protection   Wealth strategies used by high-net-worth families   Tax-advantaged...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by AI… or wondering if it’s coming for your job? In this episode of the Be Free & Clear Podcast, I sit down with AI expert Sarah Montana to break through the noise and give you a completely different way to think about artificial intelligence. Here’s the truth: AI isn’t here to replace you. But it will amplify whatever you’re already doing. And that’s where most peo...

For decades, we were told the formula was simple: Go to school. Get a stable job. Work hard. Buy a home. Build wealth. But what happens when someone does everything right … and still can’t afford the average house in their own hometown? In this episode, I unpack why so many hardworking people feel frustrated, stuck, and confused in today’s housing market, and why the issue may not be that the Amer...

In this episode Jon talks with Brian Johnson, owner of thrivewithmoney.com . Brian shares how he built a personal financial system that creates real momentum, including the unexpected moment that forced him to go all-in on his purpose. What you’ll learn: How to find your Financial North Star so your money stops drifting Why most people stay trapped on the financial hamster wheel , even when they “...

In this episode of Be Free & Clear , Jon sits down with Dr. Kim Deng to unpack why starting over in a job or career feels so heavy and how people can move through fear, self-doubt, and uncertainty without forcing confidence or blowing up their life.  Confidence is not bravado, it’s relaxation: Dr. Kim explains why tension signals fear and how real confidence shows up as calm presence, even in...

In this episode of Be Free & Clear , Jon sits down with Karen Hernandez and Chris Anderson to unpack what it really looks like to start from nothing, push through setbacks, and build a business and life that finally feels aligned. From broke and overwhelmed to building momentum: the early years, the pressure, and what kept them moving. “Don’t ask how, just start”: Karen’s leap into business du...

Feeling stuck in your finances, career, or life can feel like reality, but it is often your brain’s filtering system and old identity beliefs running the show. In this episode, Jon sits down with Darren Lichfield (certified master practitioner in NLP, hypnotherapy, and timeline therapy) to break down how subconscious patterns shape your emotions, decisions, and results. You’ll learn a simple way t...

Most people jump into real estate chasing strategies, tools, or the next “hot” tactic. What they miss is the system underneath that actually creates consistent deal flow and long-term wealth. In this Be Free & Clear episode, Jon sits down with Eric Howell, founder of Deal Boss, to unpack the simple 4-step framework most investors never see, and why skipping it keeps people stuck doing one deal...

Why do people finally get the money, relationship, or success they wanted… then somehow sabotage it? In this Be Free & Clear episode, Jon sits down with high-performance coach and entrepreneur Matt Stafford to unpack how your unconscious “set point” quietly governs what you believe you deserve and what you’ll allow yourself to keep. You’ll hear a simple thermostat analogy that explains why you...

Most people think wealth comes from cutting back. Matt Mishler proves it comes from thinking bigger. In this episode of Free & Clear, host Jon Mykala sits down with Matt Mishler, founder of Lion Rock Financial, who went from food stamps and welfare to building a $9.2 million business — without playing small or saving every penny. Matt shares how leaving his $200K corporate job was the best fin...

You’ve been told to max out your 401(k), diversify, and hope the market cooperates. But what if there were a faster, safer, and more tangible way to build your retirement — one that creates real cash flow today and long-term security for tomorrow? In this episode of Free & Clear , Jon Mykala sits down with Kate Stoermer , who walked away from a high-paying corporate career and built her financ...