The Stacking Benjamins Show
Episodes
Creating Your Personal MBA Program (with Josh Kaufman)
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are you doing to be best in class? What's your curriculum toward success? Why wouldn't you create your own personal MBA to achieve your goals? If...
What Would You Sacrifice For Financial Freedom? (plus a FinTech chat w/ Zach Pettet)
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Would you cut birthday parties, holiday get-togethers, attending work events, or giving gifts? How much would you cut to live a financially lean "simp...
How I Built This (with Guy Raz)
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How I Built This. It's the case-study story that Guy Raz, creator and host of NPR's How I Built This podcast, has been told many times. Today we'll fl...
What Can We Learn From Losing? (with Mary Pilon)
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How many times have you lost and thought, "I'm going to learn to do better the next time, so I win." What did you learn specifically from losing? Auth...
Name That Marketing Catchphrase (plus a new Hippo/Simplisafe Partnership)
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the happiest podcast on earth? Do you know where we stole that catchphrase from? If you do, you just might be a product of marketing. Compa...
Who's Sharing in the "Sharing" Economy? (with Juliet Schor)
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What happened to the sharing economy? The new work model promised to give workers flexibility and new income streams, while people with excess could s...
Train Your Brain For Better Work (with Dr. Joseph Cardillo)
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you had better habits? Whether you're not getting out of bed for that morning run, or you stay up too late before an important meeting in th...
Should You Have A Mortgage In Retirement? (SB RWD 113)
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The one and only Scott Alan Turner from Financial Rockstar podcast joins the fun this week. He, Len Penzo and Joe tackle financial insecurity, mortgag...
Building Your Financial Dream House with Greg Powell (SB RWD 112)
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What does your financial dream house look like? Financial planner Greg Powell says that he always has trouble convincing people to complete a financia...
Your Money or Your Life? With Vicki Robin (SB RWD 111)
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us have been at home a lot more than normal, which led us to realize that this week may be high time for a discussion about "stuff." Too many ...
Negotiating The Inevitable "Where's My Life Going?" Crisis (plus an intro to Public)
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Big houses, fast cars, and flashy boats... are we all destined to hit the "what do I really want with life anyway" crisis? While everyone's therapy co...
Dressing Rock Stars and Building a Brand (with fashion designer Lindsay Hearts)
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to work as a Hollywood designer for major rock and roll bands? Lindsay Hearts started with a sewing machine at age 16, worked her wa...
How To Successfully Improve Your Habits (with Charles Duhigg)
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Charles Duhigg is a guy who knows a lot about habits. His book on the topic was on the New York Times bestseller list forever, his second book is also...
11th Annual Plutus Award Finalists Reveal and Commentary
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re super happy to present to you this year’s Plutus Award finalists. There are 30 categories this year and you’ll hear ALL of the commentary ...
5 Exercises To Improve Your Money Life (with Suzanne Lucas)
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How can you become better with money? The good news: it's simple! The bad news? Just like anything else it will require a bit of work. Lucky for you, ...
Reducing Friction, Getting Moving, and Saving Money (with Dan Ariely)
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to save more cash, but don't know where to look? Today we welcome Dan Ariely, Chief Behavioral Economist with Qapital, and professor and exper...
Hunting For Income-Producing Investments (with Will Rhind)
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk often on the show about growth-oriented investments, but what if you wanted higher income-paying tools for your portfolio? Will Rhind, CEO of ...
The ONE Thing You Can Control (plus new FinTech from Fidelity)
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a shock (or not....): LOTS of people are feeling stress right now - so if you're feeling overwhelmed, you aren't alone. Admittedly there aren't...
What's the Price of a Sandwich? (with Len Penzo)
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could talk about inflation in a way that actually hit home? Today we'll do just that by diving into the cost of a brown bag lunch sandwich...
Who'll Help Me Build a Money Foundation? (with Rebecca Wiggins)
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, financial planners work with people, but many only work with you ONCE you have your act together and you're ready to begin working on big-money ...
30 Tips For Simple Living (Plus an intro to YNAB)
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ah, the simple life. With all of the chaos in the world, how do we get back to basics? Today our roundtable crew are going to help you reboot, rejuven...
Netflix For Money Nerds: A Million Stories
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you make the topic of money actually fun? That's the question the Singleton Foundation asked, and CEO Shelly Miles and Executive Producer Lisa ...
Being Liked Is Overrated (with Rachael Robertson)
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are we focused too much on being liked? From the workplace to our personal lives, most of us don't want to be the person who rocks the boat. Go with t...
Self Care Begins With Benjamins Care (plus an intro to FriendWithA.com)
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Treat yo' self! It's a wonderful concept with one big downside: the phrase "treat yo' self" often means burning a big stack of cash on retail therapy....
Roll Up Your Sleeves: Blue-Collar Millionaire
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Think it's impossible to make a million dollars working a blue-collar job? Millionaire and former ditch-digger Ken Rusk might have something to say ab...
Try To Die Broke (with Bill Perkins)
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought, "Maybe I should be SPENDING more money?" Our guest today thinks that maybe you should re-examine how you're living. Bill Perkin...
Is Chasing Early Retirement Naive? (plus an intro to the SB Money Club!)
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
FIRE, FIRE, FIRE! While we'll never disparage the basic goals of the #FIRE movement: becoming financially secure and having the option to retire early...
A Better Solution For Elder Care (with Anne Basting)
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are we focused on the wrong priorities when it comes to elder care? While physical care is important, should our healthcare focus change to put more c...
10 Things To Consider For Retirement
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Golfing, RV life, fishing, board games (of course), and a cushy portfolio... what else is there to retirement? It turns out: there's still a bunch! No...
Hiring an Advisor: Insider Secrets (plus an intro to SoLo Funds)
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All that we hear about when we read financial pieces about hiring advisors is, "Ask about the fees," and "Hire a Fee Only Advisor." Sadly, the former ...
How To Become a Mindful Millionaire (with Leisa Peterson)
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's worse than having a bunch of money? Having bunches of money and not knowing why you have it, or what joy it would bring...if any. So if you hav...
Innovation, Community, Money and Fear (with Matt Ridley)
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are the secrets behind great innovation? Whether in your work life - like creating a system to streamline mornings at the office - or your person...
What Lessons Would You Teach a Younger You? (plus health tips with Angelo Poli)
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Save more than you spend, don't take on a mountain of debt, live below your means... they're all phrases that the financially-savvy among us might tak...
Planet Money Co-Creator Adam Davidson: The Passion Economy
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is your job going bye-bye? Today's guest says, "Probably." But how do you succeed in an economy that seems structured against you? On today's show, we...
Was George Washington an Entrepreneur? (with John Berlau)
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we round the 4th of July holiday, we've all celebrated George Washington as the first President of the United States, the general who lead the Cont...
Do You Need A Stock Market Exit Plan? (SB RWD 110)
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Should you have an exit strategy for the stock market? In this rewind episode Paula Pant and Len Penzo go head-to-head with their own personal strateg...
Top 5 Retirement Planning Myths with Emily Guy Birken (SB RWD 109)
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There have been plenty of retirement headlines shared online lately. While many of these articles share some great grounding advice, we've also seen a...
Better Decision-Making When You Don’t Have All The Facts with Annie Duke (SB RWD 108)
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rewind Week! Throughout the week we'll replay some of our favorite shows from the past. We're kicking Monday off with an interview we've had plenty of...
Trick Yourself To Save Money (plus the Evil HR Lady Takes on Coronavirus)
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wonder how your super-saver friends make pocketing Benjamins look so easy? Well, we come bearing good news because your questions are all going to be ...
How To Steer Clear of the Wrong Insurance
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When does buying insurance cross the line from being smart to throwing away your hard earned cash? There are the regular choices of course: car, home,...
Re-Stacking Your Benjamins: Saving, Spending and Investing in Uncertain Times
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In these strange times, with so much uncertainty, how do you manage your money effectively? Today we'll ask some of our favorite experts about what yo...
When is Debt REALLY "Bad"? (plus an intro to Nestegg)
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard the age-old arguments. Old dude on the radio says "all debt is bad." Your savvy neighbor says that there's "good debt" and "bad ...
What's Your Best Lottery Option? (plus your best pension option, annuity settlement, and more...) with Brent Henningson
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After winning the lottery, would you go for a straight-out check OR the lifetime income stream? While people will decide which is their BEST choice pr...
How To Donate Better--No Matter How Much (with Kris Putnam-Walkerly)
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to change the world with your donations, but feel powerless? Are you unsure of the best WAY to donate money or time to an organization? Have you ...
How to FINALLY Solve Your Overspending Problem (plus MetPro's Angelo Poli answers your health questions)
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you've heard of the term "anchoring" when it comes to sales. Most likely you heard it when a fast-talking salesman threw out a couple of high fi...
25 Ways to Fix Your 401k
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel just a little bit lost managing your retirement funds? Don't feel like your alone. A recent study shows that MOST Americans have no clue h...
Stop Leaving Thousands on the Real Estate Table (with Tracy McLaughlin)
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your boss offers you a several thousand dollar raise, do you turn it down? Probably not! Yet, one of California's top real estate agents says that hom...
Your Friends Suck At Money? Here's What To Do.
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you had trouble getting the people around you to understand the importance of saving, investing, and planning? Maybe you're having trouble connec...
Our Best Advice For New Savers and Graduates (Your Letters)
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you just beginning your journey toward investing or know someone graduating from high school or college? On today's show we'll field a letter from...
How To Make Your Own Luck (with Gay Hendricks)
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can you actually manufacture "luck"? Have you been hoping for your fortune to change? Do you feel like you've failed often lately? What if we told you...
Is Goal Setting Overrated?
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Has goal setting helped your quality-of-life? Today we review a recent blog post where the author decides that goals have possibly ruined much of his ...
Are Stocks Headed Back Down? (with Phil Town)
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all wonder...this big stock market run-up lately...can it continue? Who should you listen to? What should you believe? Today we ring up a man WE be...
They Paid Off Their Mortgage in FOUR Years (with Andy Hill)
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How would you like to pay off your mortgage in four years? Heck, many of us would love to pay off a mortgage in 29 years! Four years sounds like the s...
68 Pieces of Unsolicited Advice (plus an intro to BusyKid)
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Don't talk to strangers. Make your savings automatic. Don't buy so many lattes. How many pieces of unsolicited advice have helped you become a better ...
A Geeky Chef's Guide To Memorial Day (with Cassandra Reeder)
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who wants to waste money cooking up food on a holiday weekend that doesn't taste good? Not us. That's why, if you are like the rest of us, hanging out...
Riding the Money-Saving Roller Coaster: Literally (with Robert Niles)
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for summer fun and theme parks are all closed! Will they open in time for there to be a season? Will there be any virtual fun coming from th...
Shifting Your Life and Money into "Drive" (plus an intro to Blueprint Income's AARP Annuity Hub)
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel stuck? Here's a question: How do you stop thinking about doing something important in your life/career/money and actually get started with t...
Your Dream Job Toolkit (with Kevin Kiley)
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re either one of the millions of unemployed Americans (heck, or in the WORLD), or you’re stuck in a job you don’t really want, now is a g...
Live and Thrive Like a Drug Addict (with Michael Brody-Waite)
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While the first person to tell you that nothing good happens while you're using drugs will be today's guest Michael Brody-Waite, he WILL insist that t...
Lessons From a Real Estate Rookie (with Felipe Mejia)
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The host of the new Real Estate Rookie podcast, Felipe Mejia, joins Paula Pant (Afford Anything) and Len Penzo (Len Penzo dot com) to talk about real ...
Making Being Underestimated Your Superpower (with Arlan Hamilton)
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about what it takes to break into life? Maybe, like us back in the day, you've thought, "How do I come close to this dream of ge...
The Soulful Art of Persuasion (with Jason Harris)
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of a discussion, negotiation, or collaboration you don't usually think "soulful." That's where most of us differ from advertising mogul...
8 Smart Things To Do With $1,000 Right Now (SB RWD 107)
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're finishing this week off with a timely rewind episode handpicked by the Fintern: eight smart things to do with $1,000 right now. You can check ...
Freelance Your Way To Freedom with Vincent Pugliese (SB RWD 106)
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our Wednesday rewind show! With so much job uncertainty going around right now, the Fintern decided now would be a good time to revisit a g...
Stop Fighting About Money with Elle Martinez (SB RWD 105)
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Communicating with your partner about money can be difficult in the best of situations, let alone staying inside for weeks on end. That's why to kick ...
3 Big Ideas for Your Financial and Mental Health (plus an intro to BlueChxp)
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People (and that includes us!) tend to react emotionally to big change. For us, that's running out of pizza rolls, but when it comes to money, that of...
Start Ugly (with Chris Krimitsos)
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're anything like us, you probably have a business idea or two that has been floating around in your head since the quarantine began. After all,...
Bring Yourself To Succeed At Your Next Negotiation (with Mori Taheripour)
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you're looking for the perfect new job, or you're hoping to be able to at least HOLD the remote the next time the family watches Netflix. In eit...
Doing More With Less and Loving It (plus: under the FinTech hood with Diebold Nixdorf's Devon Watson))
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Being able to stack Benjamins has as much to do with stacking less stuff as it does with accumulating more money. It takes far less money to reach you...
The Money Hackers: An Unlikely FinTech Origin Story (with Daniel Simon)
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How has that phone in your pocket changed the course of finance? It turns out, a TON. Today we talk to Dan Simon, who chronicles the birth and growth ...
The Most Powerful Person Is You (with Lydia Fenet)
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lydia Fenet has a job where she commands attention for a living. As lead benefit auctioneer at Christie’s auction house, she has to quickly and effe...
Financial Experiments! (plus an update on the PPP)
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Experiments aren't just for the laboratory; they can also help with your budget, or your investments. By continually experimenting you're learning a T...
Beware Charts, Graphs and Financial Companies Wielding Them (with John Johnson)
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A mentor of Joe's once said to "beware charts and graphs," and with us all huddled at home staring at screens, we're consuming more data daily than ev...
How to Juggle Family, Work and Money (with the How To Money guys!)
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Juggling all the facets of life became a lot harder for many of us the last few weeks (well, in some ways easier...no more commute!). If you're lucky ...
Your COVID-19 Grocery Savings List (plus HUGE help for businesses)
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who's shopping? You shopping? None of us are doing more than shopping for groceries...even if it's on the internet. Today we'll talk about getting in ...
Our All-Star Cast Answers Your Questions
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's been awhile since we've answered the mailbag, so we thought there's no better day to tackle some questions! So, our long-time hosts, Farnoosh & O...
She Paid Off LOTS of Debt With Little Income (with Chonce Maddox Rhea)
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have debt you're going to love today's episode. We'll talk to a woman who decided that it was time to take charge and change her course for the...
Adulting During The Age of Coronavirus (plus an intro to Ortus Academy)
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes trying to be an adult just plain stinks. But when do you "adult" and when do you "wing it"? A recent post on popular blogging site Budgets A...
Should I Sell Or Should I Go? (and other Covid-19 money questions)
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The market's down a bazillion percent (mom's not great at math), your neighbors won't answer the door (and for the first time ever, that's a good thin...
Needs, Wants, or Both? Plus 24/7 Coronavirus Coverage (with Jean Chatzky)
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
First, we're joking about the coronavirus coverage. While we'll discuss the key fundamentals you need to know, we'll spend more time today talking abo...
Spring Cleaning Your Finances (plus Ally & Dr. Ted Klontz)
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Since you're most probably stuck at home and "social distancing" yourself, now's a great time for a lighthearted discussion about spring cleaning your...
Want More Money? Manage Your Energy (with Angelo Poli)
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
During this crisis, it's important to focus on the big picture...but what is it? Our guest today says (and we agree), that managing your energy, and n...
Creating Your Cash Machine (with Dave Mason)
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How does YOUR financial future look? Probably the first lesson anyone successful with money will tell you is that you can't look at life the same way ...
4 Topics Finance Experts Can't Agree On (plus an intro to Peak Money)
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to get down and dirty! Did you think financial experts agree on everything? OG has his boxing gloves on for this episode because today we're...
Forget Hustle, Focus on Alignment (with Heather Chauvin)
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a "go-go-go" person? You live on phrases like, "I can sleep when I'm dead," or "hustle and grind." Today's guest Heather Chauvin from the Mom ...
The 4 Cornerstones of a Successful Financial Strategy (with CFP Brian Ursu)
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's your financial plan? Is it built on bedrock or are you "winging it", aka building on sand? On today's show, Certified Financial Planner Brian U...
The Biggest Lie In Personal Finance (plus and intro to the Retirement Budget Calculator)
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you believe telling a white lie is okay, do you believe that about money topics? What about white lies that are told by big-time bloggers or (gasp)...
Want to Increase Your Earning Power? Learn To Speak Better (with Grant Baldwin)
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's your big moment. You're talking to the boss or giving a presentation at work. Maybe you're finally in front of your dream customer. And you blow ...
Cracking The Whip On Your Financial Goals (with Lindsay Goldwert)
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have trouble staying in charge of your money? Maybe you let your priorities get away from you and want to make a change? Today we'll talk about...
What To Do When the Bull Market Finally Ends (SB RWD 104)
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a lot of market fears going around this past week, but regardless of its origin people have been asking the same question for years: what...
The #1 Key To Get Someone Excited About Saving Money - SB RWD 103
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you committed to saving, but can't seem to get other people around you on board? It can be frustrating once investing for the future has clicked i...
The HIGHS and lows of Real Estate Investing - RWD 102
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about jumping into real estate? It isn't all roses, rainbows and money. On today's rewind episode, the FinTern takes us back to ...
Now THAT'S A Waste Of Money (plus an intro to Harvest)
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What big money wasters exist in your life? Unless you're like us, Benjamins seem to slip out of your pockets WAY too easily. Today, we'll test our gue...
Kicking $215,000 of Debt to the Curb (with Cindy Zuniga)
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling with debt? How about a little inspiration? Cindy Zuniga paid off a LOT of debt in just four years. Like you, she finally realized s...
No Mud, No Lotus (with Tamara Jacobi)
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you planned to make some of your big dreams a reality? What's holding you back? Time? Money? Fear of the unknown? Today we're t...
Really, You Find THAT Romantic? (plus an intro to AgeUp)
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Buying running shoes for your partner who you know loves to run, you find THAT romantic? Taking a walk in the park holding hands, is that still romant...
The Roth 401K: The Cinderella Of Your Financial Plan (and Your Letters)
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why are some of the coolest financial tools rarely used? For example, people by-and-large avoid HSA accounts, when they're the Swiss-army knife of a h...
Your Frugal Valentine's Day Dining Guide (plus Shannon Dougherty's latest issue)
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Don't look now but Friday is Valentine's Day! You're probably wondering what a "chocolates and roses" holiday has to do with finances... and the answe...
When $250,000 Isn't Enough (plus an intro to Masterworks)
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Would $250,000 a year be enough for you to "get by"? It wasn't for one early retiree. Today we're going to dive into income, expenses, priorities and ...
What If Your Retirement Math Doesn’t Work?
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JT and Tamzon had a great start. After paternity leave from a fantastic job, JT thought he knew that with his burgeoning side-gig, he could quit his j...