Behavior Gap Radio

1023 | Were You a Rich Kid or a Poor One?

19 Mar 2024

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"What economic class were you in junior high?" In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the significance of this question. Carl offers ...

1022 | Your Earliest Memory

18 Mar 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a powerful anecdote about the impact of meaningful conversations about money within relationships. ...

1021 | Protecting Personal Confidence

15 Mar 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the importance of protecting confidence. He delves into the challenges of navigating social me...

1020 | Certainty & Control

14 Mar 2024

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Listen in as Carl explores the significance of certainty and control in various aspects of life, particularly with our finances. In this episode of Be...

1019 | Embracing Wrongness

13 Mar 2024

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Today on Behavior Gap Radio is all about the importance of error correction mechanisms in our lives. Carl challenges the notion of avoiding being wron...

1018 | Learning The Wrong Lesson

12 Mar 2024

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Join Carl as he shares a story from his early days of backcountry skiing, reflecting on the blurred line between good decisions and fortunate outcomes...

1017 | Flow vs Forced

11 Mar 2024

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Jumping off from episode 1016, Carl continues his exploration! This time, he focuses on the concepts of "forced" versus "flow" in navigating life's ch...

1016 | Hard vs Heavy

08 Mar 2024

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In this episode, Carl explores the difference between "hard" and "heavy" in pursuing our goals. Reflecting on the concept of forcing functions and the...

1015 | Hire A Manager of Uncertainty

07 Mar 2024

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This is a brief but impactful episode of Behavior Gap Radio! Carl challenges conventional wisdom surrounding certainty and uncertainty in decision-mak...

1014 | Success Hand-Waving Rant

06 Mar 2024

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Today's episode of Behavior Gap Radio is all about Carl's concept of "success porn" and its implications on personal growth and achievement. Carl refl...

1013 | Risk and Resilience

05 Mar 2024

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Join Carl on Behavior Gap Radio as he explores the intricacies of risk in our daily lives. Reflecting on his own statement, "Risk is what's left over ...

1012 | Wicked Problems

04 Mar 2024

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Today's episode explores the intricate realm of decision-making in uncertain environments. Carl reflects on the allure of navigating risky landscapes,...

1011 | Being Confident in the Simple Answer

01 Mar 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl examines the struggle of maintaining confidence in straightforward solutions amid complexity. Reflecting o...

1010 | Intuition Part 2

29 Feb 2024

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Carl shares a candid reflection on the role of intuition in high-risk decision-making scenarios. Following up on listener feedback from episode 1008, ...

1009 | Probability vs Consequence

28 Feb 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares his journey up the Grand Teton in Wyoming as he reflects on the complexities of risk assessment. Wh...

1008 | Intuition

27 Feb 2024

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Join Carl on Behavior Gap Radio as he dives into the role of intuition in decision-making. In a world fraught with risks and uncertainties, Carl explo...

1007 | Is That Your Work?

26 Feb 2024

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Today, Carl explores being true to yourself in your creative work. Drawing from the wise words of philosophers and insights from Bruce Lee, Carl tackl...

1006 | The Value of Closed Loops

23 Feb 2024

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Join Carl as he explores closed loops and the vital role of reliable systems. He talks through the challenges that come up when delegating tasks withi...

1005 | Purposeful Consumption

22 Feb 2024

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Sparked by a chat with a listener named Ashby, this episode is all about the concept of purposeful consumption! Carl talks about aligning how we use o...

1004 | Diagnostic Disappointment

21 Feb 2024

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Join Carl on a candid episode of Behavior Gap Radio as he shares a personal health scare that led to unexpected revelations. Reflecting on his visit t...

1003 | The Information Fast

20 Feb 2024

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Carl shares his thoughts on the overwhelming flood of information in today's world. Through personal reflections, Carl highlights the staggering reali...

1002 | How Much Status Is Enough?

19 Feb 2024

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Today, on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl talks about the elusive concept of status and its insatiable nature. How much status is enough? Carl highlights the...

1001 | Cultivate Your Comparison Set

16 Feb 2024

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Join Carl on this episode of Behavior Gap Radio as he talks about the importance of being mindful of who and what we compare ourselves to. With sharp ...

1000 | Creative Fear

15 Feb 2024

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It's the 1,000th episode of Behavior Gap Radio! Carl takes a moment to celebrate the podcast's journey and dives into a personal reflection on fear. W...

Exciting Annoucement: Free BG Radio

14 Feb 2024

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949 | The One Thing

01 Feb 2024

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Carl asks a game-changing question: What's the One Thing you already know could make your life so much better? He asks listeners to recognize the simp...

948 | "Attention," a Micro-Essay

25 Jan 2024

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Carl explores how attention is the secret weapon in our lives but is often overlooked! Reflecting on his own attention habits, Carl discovers to what ...

947 | Dancing With Dragons

18 Jan 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl takes listeners on a journey to uncover their life's purpose. Carl acknowledges the frustrations and self-...

943 | Volume Two - The Problem and You

11 Jan 2024

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Titled "The Problem," this episode features a short essay from Carl's latest book, Volume Two: Meaningful Conversations—a collection of 52 conversat...

938 | Behind the Scenes With Chip

04 Jan 2024

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Carl shares the untold story of his meeting with Chip Gaines for the 50 Fires Podcast. At the final in-person meeting to decide the show's distributio...

937 | New Essay On Goals

28 Dec 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the nuanced world of goals with his latest insights titled "Navigating Life's Journey: The Dua...

930 | What I Hope My Kids Say About Money

21 Dec 2023

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In this field episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a powerful reflection following a dinner discussion with students from Utah Valley University...

926 | The Arrival Fallacy

14 Dec 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl uncovers the illusion many of us have fallen victim to—the Arrival Fallacy. With excitement, he shares t...

924 | The Practice of Using Money

07 Dec 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into a profound question: How do we determine our needs, wants, and desires? Carl reflects on his r...

920 | Notice the Financial Feelings

30 Nov 2023

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What's the first feeling that arises when you think about money or see a money symbol? Drawing from insights shared by the audience, Carl reflects on ...

917 | Money & Meaning - Purpose at The Center

23 Nov 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the pivotal role of purpose in making sound financial decisions. He emphasizes that purpose is no...

914 | How Many Months Without Work

16 Nov 2023

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Carl shares a thrilling update on his four-year project, which has evolved into a captivating podcast called "50 Fires," with executive producers Chip...

907 | Lighter

09 Nov 2023

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Carl explores the concept of lightness, contemplating what it means to carry a lighter load in terms of future goals and intentions. He shares a trans...

905 | My Neighbor's House

02 Nov 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the world of "fancy financial feelings." As Carl explores the nuances of coveting, envy, and je...

877 | Things That Never Happen

26 Oct 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the common excuse of labeling unexpected expenses as "one-time" occurrences, only to discover tha...

874 | Committed but Not Attached

19 Oct 2023

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How do you navigate the age-old struggle of finding a balance between living in the present and pursuing future goals? Carl explores the concept of be...

870 | Just The Flip-Flops

12 Oct 2023

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On today's episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a personal story that spans years revolving around mysterious foot cramps. Through the lens of h...

867 | One Thing & Dragons

05 Oct 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the challenging realization that personal obstacles often lie within ourselves. He talks through ...

864 | Enough is Sneaky

28 Sep 2023

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Join Carl on a preview of an exciting new podcast project where he explores "Conversations About Money and Meaning." Although he can't reveal all the ...

860 | Calm Pisses People Off

21 Sep 2023

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Carl explores a simple yet powerful point: Doing things differently, especially in your work life, is inherently confronting to others. Focusing on th...

858 | The Mystery of Trailside Loop

14 Sep 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a captivating story that unfolds over years, weaving through unexpected twists and turns. The narra...

853 | What Time Are You Creative?

07 Sep 2023

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In this episode, Carl reflects on John Cleese's insight that creativity requires both time and space to flourish. If you're curious about unlocking yo...

849 | Dealing with Online Haters

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl tackles the tough subject of dealing with unthoughtful criticism or "haters." He defines haters as those who disagree without really think...

847 | Finding Your Thing

24 Aug 2023

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Today, on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the importance of being "up to something." He expresses his admiration for individuals who carry a twinkle...

843 | I Was Free

17 Aug 2023

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On today's episode, Carl shares a thought-provoking story borrowed from Morgan Housel's book, "The Psychology of Money," featuring entrepreneur Derek ...

842 | That Never Crossed My Mind

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the transformative power of permission in thinking differently about money. Thinking back on his ...

838 | Who Taught You How To Fight?

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares insights from a recent relationship bootcamp he attended with his wife. This was a transformative e...

832 | What State Are You In?

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen as Carl shares a story about his friend Steve's encounter with a supplier who mistakenly ended up in the wrong state for a scheduled meeting. T...

831 | The Right Who & 10x Growth

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the powerful combination of two concepts from Dan Sullivan: "Who Not How" and "10x Is Easier Than 2x." The ...

830 | 10x vs 2x

13 Jul 2023

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In this episode, Carl continues to unravel the transformative concepts from Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy that have reshaped his life. This episode ...

829 | Who Not How

06 Jul 2023

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Today, Carl introduces the first of a three-part series exploring transformative concepts from Dan Sullivan's Strategic Coach, as articulated in the b...

800 | Come on... 800!

29 Jun 2023

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In an exciting milestone, Carl celebrates the incredible journey to episode 800 of Behavior Gap Radio. Reflecting on the power of compounding small ac...

792 | First Step: Liberating Your Mind

22 Jun 2023

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Taking inspiration from Joe Dominguez and Vicki Robin's timeless book "Your Money or Your Life," Carl shares a thought-provoking quote: "The first ste...

791 | Why You Want To Be Rich

15 Jun 2023

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783 | Desmond Tutu "God Is Enough"

08 Jun 2023

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Carl reflects on a profound quote by Desmond Tutu, the resilient South African Anglican Bishop and social rights activist. "When we have nothing left ...

774 | Rumi - Wealth in the Heart

01 Jun 2023

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the enduring wisdom found in timeless traditions, specifically honing in on the recurrent them...

768 | Embracing The Creative Tension

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Carl explores the tension in the creative process, calling it "Dancing With Dragons." For artists, entrepreneurs, or anyone seeking change, the gap be...

767 | Guide to Scary Markets

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What matters most in your current situation? Which of those things can you control? What actions can you take right now? In this episode, Carl Richard...

760 | Unplugging from the Matrix

11 May 2023

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How often do you find yourself comparing your success to others online? Today, on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl talks about the struggle with comparing our...

757 | Why Is It All the Same?

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever noticed how similar all financial advisor websites look? Carl challenges the sameness in the financial advice industry. Why are so many ...

755 | The Process of Creating Things and Value Expression Part 4

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl Richards discusses the concept of "value capture" beyond financial terms, focusing on how we can capture value in other important aspects ...

754 | The Process of Creating Things and Value Expression Part 3

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl shares a personal reflection on raising children and teaching the value of hard work. He talks about balancing traditional part-...

753 | The Process of Creating Things and Value Expression Part 2

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are there ways you can better align your time and energy with your values? Today on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the mental framework of "value...

752 | The Process of Creating Things and Value Expression Part 1

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl unpacks the “process of creating things,” removing the pressure from terms like “creative process” or “art.” He expl...

749 | No More Apologizing for Being Me

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Carl in this heartfelt episode of Behavior Gap Radio as he explores the struggle of feeling unsettled in one’s own plan. Have you ever felt lik...

739 | Structural Scarcity

23 Mar 2023

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Why is it so hard to feel like we are “enough”? In this episode, Carl explores the concept of structural scarcity—a scarcity mindset built into ...

736 | Case Study: Money Is Hard

16 Mar 2023

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In this episode, Carl tells the story of someone who reached out to him, struggling with a toxic relationship with money despite having $1.2 million i...

732 | Micro-PTSD

09 Mar 2023

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What happens when small negative events aren’t processed? In this episode, Carl Richards introduces the concept of "micro-PTSD," describing how smal...

726 | Things That Light Me Up

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are some tasks or commitments you can start delegating or eliminating? Carl reflects on the simple yet powerful idea of doing more of what lights...

725 | The Personal Thing Series Ep. 5

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the concept of finding "Your Thing"—the unique pursuit that you’re meant to do. He emphasiz...

724 | The Personal Thing Series Ep. 4

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl shares a powerful quote from Lao Tzu: "If you're not always trying to be someone, you can be who you really are and go the whole way." He ...

723 | The Personal Thing Series Ep. 3

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to truly be yourself? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl Richards shares a quote from Bruce Lee: “Always be yourself. Exp...

722 | The Personal Thing Series Ep. 2

02 Feb 2023

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Carl shares a famous quote from Picasso: “If you are a soldier, you will become a general. If you are a monk, you will become the pope. Instead, I w...

721 | The Personal Thing Series Ep. 1

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Carl introduces a series on finding "Your Thing," a concept he believes applies to everyone. He explains that "Your Thing” doesn’t have to ...

657 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 8

19 Jan 2023

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656 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 7

12 Jan 2023

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655 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 6

05 Jan 2023

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654 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 5

29 Dec 2022

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653 | Reality-Based Planning Series Ep. 4

22 Dec 2022

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In this episode, Carl dives into one of his favorite topics: being less wrong. Real Financial Planning isn't about being precisely correct today—bec...

652 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 3

15 Dec 2022

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651 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 2

08 Dec 2022

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650 | Reality Based Planning Series Ep. 1

01 Dec 2022

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646 | Things Change

24 Nov 2022

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628 | The Thank You Method

17 Nov 2022

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622 | When To Go Public

10 Nov 2022

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620 | What's The Change You Want

03 Nov 2022

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619 | Life Can Be Hard

27 Oct 2022

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613 | Over Indexing On Failure

20 Oct 2022

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603 | Don't Send That Email

13 Oct 2022

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598 | Carrying Something

06 Oct 2022

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592 | More Money Will Not Solve That Problem

29 Sep 2022

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Carl engaged in a nuanced discussion with a close friend about the concept of financial security. They talked about this question: Does a specific ban...

575 | The THING at 10X

22 Sep 2022

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553 | Every Business Is a Lifestyle Business

15 Sep 2022

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550 | Systems That Optimize for Freedom

08 Sep 2022

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549 | Calendar Questions

01 Sep 2022

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