Behavior Gap Radio

1187 | The $100 Meditation

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the transformative exercise he calls the "$100 Bill Meditation," inspired by his guest Johnny ...

1186 | The Collective Delusion

07 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives deeper into the "collective delusion" around money, expanding on his previous discussion about money...

1185 | Money and the Collective Story

06 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on his conversation with Krista Tippett, host of On Being, which led him to explore the idea of m...

1184 | Fear and Money

05 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the powerful link between money and fear, reflecting on his own journey to move away from making ...

1183 | Doctor Low Angle

04 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay on finding clarity in decision-making and risk. Inspired by a personal shift in his backco...

1182 | Compounding Kindness With the Work

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special field episode from New York City, Carl shares reflections from his "idea tour," which has taken him across the U.S., exploring the pro...

1181 | Money Is Just a Word

31 Oct 2024

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In this thought-provoking episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl challenges us to rethink our relationship with money, suggesting that money itself is si...

1179 | Less Discovery, More Clarity

30 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the balance between discovery and clarity, suggesting that true insight often emerges when we ...

1180 | Calm Money

29 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the idea of achieving "calm money" by shifting our mindset around finances. While society often b...

1178 | Being Kind Is an Investment

28 Oct 2024

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In this brief yet impactful episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into a powerful concept: kindness as an investment with compounding returns, wh...

1177 | Kindness Compounds

25 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a profound realization sparked by a conference interaction—a reminder of the lasting impact that ...

1176 | Becoming a Better Investor

24 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl revisits one of his favorite topics: investing. He challenges the common misconception that success comes ...

1175 | Which One Feels Correct?

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the process of decision-making, particularly when faced with big, life-altering choices. He emp...

1174 | When Risk Shows Up

22 Oct 2024

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In this episode, Carl explores the inevitable arrival of risk when making important life decisions, particularly through the lens of parenting young a...

1173 | What Made It Better?

21 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the emotional rollercoaster of managing anxiety around money, particularly during times of high...

1172 | The Guaranteed ROI of Friendship

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the deep, meaningful connections that define true friendship. Through a personal story of returning to the red rock cany...

1171 | In Over My Head

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a deeply personal story about overcoming fear and self-doubt by finally completing a wilderness fir...

1170 | I Wish I Could Have All That Time Back

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a conversation with a friend who realized he had spent much of his life feeling appalled, offe...

1169 | You've Been in Your Body All Week

15 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a personal revelation sparked by his wife's observation that he was "in his body, instead of in his...

1168 | 60 Minutes With a Friend

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the value of investing time with friends, sharing a personal story of spending 60 minutes in c...

1167 | How Much Energy Do You Have?

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the idea of energy as a vital form of capital, inspired by a question from Tom Rath’s "Are You ...

1166 | Energizing Friends

10 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the impact that relationships have on our energy, one of the four essential sources of capital...

1165 | Spending Energy

09 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the often-overlooked concept of energy as a valuable source of capital alongside money, time, and...

1164 | A Provocative Symbol

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl invites you to join him for a thought experiment at your favorite coffee shop, where he draws a simple yet powerful symbol—a d...

1163 | Three Questions About Money

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the powerful and generous act of simply witnessing someone’s struggle, particularly when it ...

1162 | Confirmation Bias Prevention

04 Oct 2024

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In this episode, Carl dives into the sneaky nature of confirmation bias, using a personal story about road biking and weight tracking to highlight how...

1161 | Attention as a Form of Generosity

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the powerful idea that "attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity," a thought-prov...

1160 | How Much Time Do You Have?

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl delves into the profound question, "How much time do you have?"—exploring it both on a micro level, like during daily interact...

1159 | Content in My Discontent

01 Oct 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a conversation with a friend about creative work, growth, and the tension between contentment ...

1158 | You're Not Worth That

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl dives into the often-overlooked challenge of confusing net worth with self-worth. He explores how society tends to equate materi...

1157 | Risk and Not Losing

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the fascinating asymmetry of risk, exploring how it impacts both financial decisions and life i...

1156 | The Result of Rushing

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl wraps up his series on "Unknowing, Being Uncertain, and Slowing Down" with a thought-provoking conversation inspired by a friend...

1155 | Sitting in Uncertainty

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on his long-held bias toward action, especially in moments of discomfort and uncertainty. While a...

1154 | Simple Rules High Consequence

25 Sep 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl revisits the concept of high consequence, low probability events, sharing lessons from a recent adventure ...

1153 | Not Knowing Part 2 - Most Intimate

24 Sep 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the concept of "Not knowing is most intimate," a Zen koan that challenges our perception of knowl...

1152 | Not Knowing Part 1

23 Sep 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the dangers of thinking we "know" more than we actually do. He shares personal insights on how...

1151 | Simple Tools

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares his love for simple tools and how they can be surprisingly effective in daily life. Building on the...

1150 | What I Already Have

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the power of gratitude and finding contentment in the present. After returning from a trip, Ca...

1149 | Buying Back Time

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl continues his exploration of the relationship between time and money by sharing personal stories of friend...

1148 | Would You Rather Waste Time or Money?

17 Sep 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl poses a thought-provoking question: Would you rather waste money or time? Inspired by an interview where J...

1147 | Overconfidence

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the dangers of overconfidence, especially among experts. Building on the previous episode, he e...

1146 | Experts Make Fatal Flaws

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the puzzling phenomenon of experts making critical mistakes—even when they know better. From ...

1145 | Right for the Wrong Reasons

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl explores the concept of "predictive value" and the challenges of identifying factors that can forecast success, particularly in ...

1144 | Complex Problems and Simple Solutions

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a story about renowned interior designer Axel Vervoordt and his encounter with a simple yet profoun...

1143 | I Like the House I Live In

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl reflects on a powerful message shared by musician Nathaniel Rateliff during a workshop, where he expressed his appreciation for ...

1142 | What Are You Willing To Sell For A Monthly Salary?

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl explores the thought-provoking idea presented by Nassim Taleb, author of Black Swan and Fooled by Randomness, about the three mo...

1141 | Don't Get in the Way of Magic

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl Richards shares a "secret" about how to tap into magic to accomplish things you never thought possible. The key, he explains, is...

1140 | Once You've Seen the Mountains

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about whether pursuing a creative life can lead to stability? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl tackles that question ...

1139 | How Do You Know if You're Spending Too Much?

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know if you’re spending too much? Today, Carl explores the tricky question of defining what is sufficient for our needs, noting that the ...

1138 | Directing Attention

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl Richards dives into the challenge of focusing attention, especially in today’s world with endless distractions at our fingerti...

1137 | Judgement of Other People's Spending

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Isn’t it easy to judge how others spend their money? In this episode, Carl explores the tendency we have to make quick judgments about people's fina...

1136 | Money, Where Would We Be Without It?

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl explores the four sources of capital—time, energy, attention, and money—with a focus on the question: Where would we be without money? What r...

1135 | Four Sources of Capital

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares the acronym TEAM—Time, Energy, Attention, and Money—as four key sources of capital. Why should we think b...

1134 | Start Where You Are

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl discusses the often-overlooked aspect of financial planning: understanding your current position. While it...

1133 | Turning to Thank Past Behavior

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a personal story about his surprising reaction to using a credit card—an instinctive response roo...

1132 | First Experience With Money

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl asks listeners to reflect on their earliest memory of money and how it influences their current relationsh...

1131 | An Essay on Alignment

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl explores the concept of alignment—what it means to be truly aligned with your sources of capital: time, money, energy, and attention. Ho...

1130 | Money & Power

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the complex relationship between money and power. How do you think about money and power in you...

1129 | Version Zero

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl tackles a common challenge: the fear of sharing your work. How often does fear hide behind excuses? What i...

1128 | The Next Step

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl dives into the power of micro-actions and the importance of taking the next smallest step when navigating complex challenges, whether in work, li...

1127 | Having Too Much Is a Problem

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl reflects on a conversation with sitcom writer and comic King Hassan, who offers an interesting perspective: What if we focused on solving major i...

1126 | Money and Identity

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever made assumptions based on someone's wealth? How does financial status affect our view of a person’s worth? In this episode of Behavior...

1125 | The Practice of Money

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl Richards dives into the essence of Real Financial Planning, which he defines as the continuous process of ...

1124 | The Return on Relationships

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do time, money, energy, and attention impact our connections with others? Today, Carl explores the key investments we make in relationships. Why i...

1123 | Efficient Relationships

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the modern obsession with efficiency and questions its place in our personal lives. While metrics...

1122 | The Generous Act of Attention

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How are you investing your attention in your relationships? Are you being mindful enough? Today, Carl Richards explores the idea of attention as a for...

1121 | Paying Attention to My Intention

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the impact of intention on our actions and relationships. He reflects on how the true purpose beh...

1120 | Preoccupation With Money

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl tackles the concept of being preoccupied with money, exploring what it means to have all of one's attentio...

1119 | A Sense of Meaning

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl Richards explores the quest for meaning in our lives, examining how we, as "meaning-making machines," cons...

1118 | Draw a New Map

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you using outdated "maps" in your life? What familiar systems are you clinging to? Do you have the courage to create new paths? Today, Carl explor...

1117 | The Relative Nature of Enough

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you define what is enough for you? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the concept of "enough" and emphasizes its relative nat...

1116 | Stop Trying to Spend Less

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to truly change your relationship with money? Carl suggests that the key is to stop trying so hard. Instead of fo...

1115 | I Don't Have to Think About It

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you define enough in your life? Carl explores the concept of "having enough" on today's episode of Behavior Gap Radio. He shares a conversation...

1114 | What Is Travel and Awe Worth?

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on his recent travels and the profound impact they had on his perspective. After sending his daug...

1113 | The Value of Travel, Story From Spain

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl shares a story on Behavior Gap Radio about traveling in Spain with his daughter. He talks through the contrast between the comfort of the Pyrenee...

1112 | Moving to New Zealand, Investment Advice

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl reflects on the idea of unconventional investment advice, sharing a personal story that defies traditional financial wisdom. He ...

1111 | The Best Investment Advice Part 2

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl recently discussed unconventional investment advice in a Behavior Gap Radio episode, drawing inspiration from a Wendell Berry quote about knowing...

1110 | Sacrificing Certainty

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl talks about the nuanced relationship between risk and reward in investing, inspired by a thought-provoking quote fro...

1109 | The Best Investment Advice

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl reflects on the surprising value found in life's simplest moments, contrasting the desire for more extravagant experiences with ...

1108 | Hyperlocal Investing Part 4

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl recently received an email from a listener who was deeply moved by his episodes on hyperlocal investing. The listener shared how forming relation...

1107 | Hyperlocal Investing Part 3

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl is excited about the idea of hyperlocal investing! This morning, he visited his local farmer's market to buy honey and the experience was ...

1106 | Two Types of Risk

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl shares a story from his rock climbing days, where he and a friend made mistakes that led to a serious accident. He reflects on two types of risk:...

1105 | The Only Goal That Matters

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what your true desires are, free from societal influences? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay from his book, Volu...

1104 | Noticing Money Thoughts

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about how paying attention to your pain could transform your relationship with money? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Car...

1103 | Which Credit Card To Use

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl tackles the often overwhelming topic of credit cards! After spending hours analyzing different options and rewards programs, he shares his ultima...

1102 | Honor Money as a Teacher

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl reflects on the profound insights from his conversations with Sharon Salzburg and Pete Holmes on the 50 Fires podcast about the dual nature of fi...

1101 | The Practice of Enoughness

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl discusses the concept of "enoughness," reflecting on those rare moments when he feels a deep sense of bein...

1100 | The Bigger Goal!

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl shares insights from his recent conversation with Sharon Salzberg on 50 Fires. Sharon challenged Carl's views by suggesting that our goals are of...

1099 | Change the Norms or the Group

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl uses a story of a friend to underscores a broader issue: how societal norms and local culture can significantly influence our ha...

1098 | Spend the Money

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl reminds us that investing in experiences with loved ones offers far greater returns than spending on material possessions. It may feel lik...

1097 | The Value of Less

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a world overflowing with information, how much do you value the process of distilling wisdom into its most essential form? In this episode of Behav...

1096 | Remember, Remember, Remember

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carl examines recency bias, the tendency to project recent events into the future, especially during financial ups and downs. How can recency bias lea...

1095 | Love Compounds Quietly

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we shift focus from the fleeting appeal of negativity to the enduring value of positive connections? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Ca...

1094 | Money's Job Description

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we redefine our sense of enough beyond just financial metrics? Today, Carl explores the concept of "enough." During a discussion with economis...

1093 | When the Money Runs Out

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl addresses the deep-seated fear many have about running out of money. He reflects on how much of our anxiety about money stems fr...

1092 | Are You Sure?

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever questioned the truth of your money beliefs? Today, Carl explores the idea of honest money stories by asking, "Are you sure that's true?"...

1091 | My Honest Story About Money

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a conversation with Shannah Game from the podcast "Everyone's Talkin' Money." Shannah's questi...

1090 | Honest Money Stories

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the concept of "honest money stories." Reflecting on personal experiences and conversations with ...

1089 | Pain of Change

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl explores the complexities of making life changes, sharing personal stories and insights from a friend. Why do long-standing habits and beh...

1088 | The Overconfidence Gap

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you too confident for your own good? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the "overconfidence gap," where confidence exceeds compe...