Earn & Invest

In this ten steps episode, we revisit happiness. Not as much as a concept, but as a guide on how to have more of it. This is just my opinion. I am not your coach or therapist. But, these steps have helped me a lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is happiness and how do we pursue it? You all have heard me talk about this topic ad nauseam, I thought you might want to hear from someone else. Today we talk to Monique Rhodes--happiness expert and coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, we discuss the positives and negatives of CoastFI. Don't know what CoastFI is? It might just be the most reasonable way to reach financial independence. Take a listen and hear why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Hill was rushing towards financial independence as fast as possible when he hit a wall. His wife was unhappy, he was burning out at work, and his kids were growing up. Listen to hear how he found a better way. His book is Own Your Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode I talk about the art of spending down. If we all successfully earn and invest, at some point we will actually have to live off these investments. Sounds great...but maybe it is more complicated than you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by Jay Delsing to discuss growing up everything golf. From success on the PGA tour to getting punched in the face, we chat about having what it takes. His recent book, You Wouldn't Believe Me if I Told You. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We close 2025 with a community oriented episode. We will discuss the three biggest, but maybe quietist, stories of the year. In the second half, I tackle two community questions about previous episodes. Thanks for listening and Happy Holidays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We welcome David Bach to discuss the principals he set out over twenty years ago in his groundbreaking first book, The Automatic Millionaire. We cover such diverse issues as the Latte Factor and even Social Security. The updated version of The Automatic Millionaire is available everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this rewind episode we chat with John Hope Bryant, the founder of Operation Hope, about his book Financial Literacy for All. We discuss about the problems of "bad capitalism" and how to bring everyone, no matter what color, creed, or gender, the badly needed financial education that is lacking in many communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this illuminating rewind episode, join Andrew Giancola and I as we unravel the intricacies of eleven commonly misunderstood money hacks. Together, we explore how individuals aiming to cut costs might unwittingly be squandering their hard-earned cash. Gain valuable insights into financial pitfalls, debunk misconceptions, and discover practical strategies for optimizing your money management in t...

In this episode we chat about the art of contrarianism. Are you a contrary thinker? If so, does it serve you? Ten things about the good, bad, and ugly about being a contrarian. Do you agree? Write me at docg@diversefi.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by Scott Trench and Mindy Jensen from BiggerPockets Money for this live mastermind meeting. We discuss real estate, the middle class wealth trap, and safe withdrawal rates. Lastly. mastermind members ask questions and get surprising answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, I talk ten things about happiness. Although the happiness code is looked as a mystery, I believe these ten things will make the concept more tangible. What is happiness to you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lybi Ma is an editor of the famed Psychology Today website. She has recently written a book called How To Be Less Miserable. In this fascinating conversation we talk about how our minds lie to us and often lead us astray from happiness. Do we try to be more happy or just less miserable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this community episode, we discuss the role of AI in planning your retirement. Can ChatGPT provide us with the answers? Also, how early should we start planning for retirement day? We are joined by Bill Yount from The Catching Up to FI Podcast and community member SuzyB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We chat with dan Haylett about what it means to plan a human first retirement. Too often, we get the math right but the psychology wrong. How do we have a happy retirement? Dan's new book: The Retirement You Didn’t See Coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this ten things episode I talk investing. Investing, in general, is a lot easier than i think we make it out to be. Today, we focus on paper assets and I bring up ten key points about dealing with the stock market. Am I right? Let me know at docg@diversefi.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter how you look at it, retirement ends up being a big leap of faith. In this episode I talk with financial planner Jeremy Keil about all things retirement. How do you know when the time is right and how to plan accordingly? His book is titled Retire Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I discuss a spate of negative Apple reviews about the podcast. I thought that listeners might want to hear a discussion about what and how I make the Earn & Invest. Why advertisements? We cover a few other objections brought up by the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you choose passion or money when it comes to your career? I discuss the upcoming movie Bull Run with creators Bill Keenan and Alfredo Barrios Jr. The story follows a junior investment banker and the hijinks that uncover a deeper question about how we work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this ten things episode, I expound on something that I discuss a lot outside of the podcast. Longevity influencers abound and they are pedaling all sorts of advice about how to be healthy. In many ways, I think they are wrong. This is why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have parents or loved ones that you feel responsible for? Managing the finances of a parent or other person as they are getting older and dealing with disease and mortality is difficult. Today we talk about how you can run afoul and what to do about it with Beth Pinsker, author of My Mother's Money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This live podcast was recorded at the Wealth With Purpose Mastermind this past weekend in Chicago, Illinois. Participants were asked two questions and their answers were recorded. This is your community episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a part of a mastermind? If not, you may wonder what one is about and what we do in them. In this episode, I explore why masterminds can benefit you. Here is ten things about why I think they are important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this ten things episode we talk taxes. While my view may not match everyone's., I feel like we radically overthink the concept. Listen as i set the record straight. Send all comments to docg@diversefi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices