Podcast · 334 episodes
Afford Anything | Get Smarter With Money, page 9
by Paula Pant | Cumulus Podcast Network · English
45 million downloads. One question: what does it actually take to build wealth? Each week, Paula Pant brings in economists, investors, business leaders, authors, and researchers to dig into the five pillars of financial freedom — financial psychology, increasing income, investing, real estate, and entrepreneurship. Deep insights rooted in economics and behavioral finance. First-principles thinking. No surface-level tips. Follow or Subscribe to hear new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Get smarter with money. Build wealth.
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Morgan Housel: How to Trend-Proof Your Portfolio and Think Beyond Fads [GREATEST HITS WEEK]"Afford Anything" encourages listeners to make informed decisions about spending their money, time, and focus, emphasizing that while you can afford anything, you can't afford everything.23 Dec 2024 · 1 h 4 min
Q&A: Why Smart Investors Are Questioning VTSAX and Chill In this episode of the Afford Anything podcast, hosts Paula Pant and former financial planner Joe Salcihai address listener questions concerning investment strategies and financial decisions.20 Dec 2024 · 1 h 20 min
Lessons from High-Stakes Decisions, with Polina Marinova PomplianoIn this episode, Paula Pant discusses high-stakes decision-making with Polina Marinova Pompliano, author of *Hidden Genius* and former Fortune Magazine reporter.17 Dec 2024 · 1 h 2 min
Q&A: Breaking Up with Total Market Funds After 10 YearsIn episode #566 of the "Afford Anything" podcast, hosted by Paula Pant and Joe Saul-Sehy, the hosts address listener questions regarding financial planning, investment strategies, and prioritizing…13 Dec 2024 · 1 h 20 min
Codie Sanchez: From Wall Street to Washing Machines In this episode of the Afford Anything podcast, host Paula Pant speaks with Codie Sanchez, a former finance professional who transitioned into acquiring and operating small businesses, such as…10 Dec 2024 · 1 h 44 min
The Real Story Behind These New TariffsIn this episode, Paula Pant discusses significant economic changes impacting business and investment strategies for 2025.7 Dec 2024 · 52 min
What the Crypto Shift Means for Your Money, with Tatiana KoffmanAfford Anything explores the daily decisions we make regarding money, time, energy, and ultimately our lives.3 Dec 2024 · 1 h 11 min
The Secret Psychology of Successful Negotiators, with Matt SchultzMatt Schultz, author of "Ask Questions, Save Money, Make More"29 Nov 2024 · 1 h 15 min
Q&A: Why Your Retirement Math Isn’t Adding Up In this episode, Paula and Joe address listener questions regarding financial planning, investment strategies, and retirement calculations.26 Nov 2024 · 1 h 5 min
The Father of the 4% Rule Finally Sets the Record StraightIn this episode, host Paula Pant interviews Bill Bengen, the creator of the 4% withdrawal rule, during the Bogleheads conference in Minnesota.22 Nov 2024 · 55 min
Q&A: Should We Ditch Rental Properties Entirely?In this episode, hosts Paula Pant and Joe Salcihai address listener questions regarding rental properties, sustainable investing, and entrepreneurship.20 Nov 2024 · 1 h 13 min
Why Your Retirement Math Might Be All Wrong — If You Follow the 4% RuleIn this episode, host Paula Pant engages in a detailed conversation with Christine Benz, the Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning at Morningstar.15 Nov 2024 · 1 h 6 min
Help! The Money is Good … But My Dream Life is DifferentIn this episode, Paula Pant and co-host Joe Saul-Sehy engage with guests Andrew, a real estate investor, and Chris, a father concerned about his Gen Z children's financial outlook, live at the FinCon…12 Nov 2024 · 49 min
Q&A: When a Million Dollars Feels Like a BurdenIn this episode, host Paula Pant and former financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy address questions from listeners about sudden wealth, mortgage refinancing, and retirement account contributions.8 Nov 2024 · 1 h 6 min
MadFientist: The Hardest Part of Early Retirement Wasn't the MoneyIn this episode of the Afford Anything podcast, host Paula Pant interviews Brandon Ganch, known as the MadFientist, who retired at the age of 34 in 2016.5 Nov 2024 · 1 h
The Most Expensive Election Trade Ever Made (A Cautionary Tale)In this episode, host Paula Pant discusses the current state of the U.S.1 Nov 2024 · 48 min
The Brutal Money Truth No One Wants to Hear, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian BrambilaThis episode is the third and final installment in a three-part series where guests Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila discuss 21 harsh truths about building wealth.29 Oct 2024 · 1 h 35 min
The Harsh Truths About Money, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian BrambilaDr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila25 Oct 2024 · 1 h 44 min
The Dark Experiment That Explains Your Money Problems, with Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian BrambilaIn this episode, financial psychologist Dr. Brad Klontz and YouTuber Adrian Brambila delve into the psychology of money, drawing parallels between a dark psychology experiment on dogs and the…22 Oct 2024 · 1 h 21 min
Paul Merriman: The 4-Fund Strategy That Beats the S&P 500In episode #550 of the Afford Anything podcast, host Paula Pant interviews Paul Merriman, a former wealth manager and financial educator.18 Oct 2024 · 1 h 1 min
Am I Wrong to Worry About Retirement, with $2 Million Saved?In this episode of Afford Anything, hosts Paula Pant and Joe Salcihai address concerns about financial stability, specifically in relation to retirement savings and net worth.15 Oct 2024 · 1 h 13 min
Is Your Retirement Safe in Today's Economy?, with Dr. Karsten Jeske (Big ERN)Current economic landscape, Federal Reserve decisions, inflation, unemployment, retirement planning, safe withdrawal rates.11 Oct 2024 · 1 h 16 min
Ask Paula: “We Have $2 Million at 40 – Now What?”In this episode of the Afford Anything podcast, hosted by Paula Pant and Joe Saul-Sehy, the hosts address questions from listeners concerning personal finance strategies, investment concerns, and the…8 Oct 2024 · 1 h 11 min
The Surprising Economic Proposal Both Candidates Agree OnIn this episode, Paula Pant discusses the recent decision by the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates and how this impacts personal finances, along with examining economic proposals from the…4 Oct 2024 · 1 h 28 min