The Stacking Benjamins Show

Stumbling Toward -- and achieving -- Your Goals (Live from Bali!) SB1422

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever think that you aren't sure where you're headed with your money? Today we talk to TWO guests who began experimenting and found themselves much mor...

When Have Your Saving, Spending and Earning Habits Gone Too Far? (SB 1421)

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much is too much of a good thing? How do we achieve the optimal balance between the two extremes of cheapskate and YOLO? Joining us for this extre...

Stop Guessing On Your Investment Choices (featuring Frank Legan) SB 1420

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With so much emphasis placed on saving and investing throughout your working career to insure a secure and wealthy retirement, sometimes enjoying your...

They Flipped Their Way To Financial Independence (SB1419)

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of stuff you have accumulated? Ever looked at the mountains of stuff and wondered how many Benjam...

Does a "Wealthy Life" Mean More Money? (SB1418)

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you define a wealthy life, and what how do you identify "wealthy?" On today's special roundtable, our panelists share their reactions to a piec...

How Fear Can Help You Manage Money Better (with Farnoosh Torabi) SB1417

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fear is such an innate and naturally occurring emotion that we may write off irrational fear, or even living in a constant state of fear as normal. Wh...

How Liz Elting Went From a Horrible Career to Billions With One BIG Career A-Ha (SB1416)

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much should personal passion factor into our choice of job/career/professional pursuit? Is it acceptable to be content with going after a sweet st...

How Polluted Is Your Financial Plan?

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How is your thinking plan looking? Is it all clear skies and amber waves of grain? Or is it a pollution-riddled smog alert experienced during rush hou...

Mastering Emotions and Maximizing Energy in Financial Decisions

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much of your own emotions and energy go into your financial decisions? Dr. Julia DiGangi joins Joe to chat about how to master your emotions and m...

Secrets to Unbreakable Confidence and Financial Success (ep 1413)

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to maximize your confidence and unleash your inner bad bitch (even if you're a guy)? Today's interview with certified and self-proclaime...

A Big Money Lesson From Taylor Swift (ep 1412)

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor Swift made even more headlines when she decided to sidestep traditional Hollywood studios and distribute her new movie, filmed as part of her E...

From Burnout to Fully Charged: Building Energy To Create Wealth SB1411

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You have one money-making engine that's greater than all of the rest: you. Many of us duct tape our health, popping pills for symptoms and covering up...

Surprise! I've Achieved Financial Independence (plus young entrepreneurs LIVE from Camp FI) SB1410

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine that you JUST figured out what the financial independence movement is all about. You've been saving, but doing nothing exotic. You earlier had...

Dump These 8 Things To Clear Clutter and Save Money (SB1409)

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What could be better than clearing clutter and saving money at the same time? And just in time for the upcoming holiday season! Maybe you'll end up wi...

Trading Time For Money: Building a Small But Mighty Real Estate Empire (SB1408)

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Trading time for money. Most of us do it. In fact, before financial revolutionary Vicki Robbin (find her on past episodes), the practice was even more...

The Naked Money Meeting: Where Money and Communication Collide

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to get intimate? Really intimate? Bare it all and totally expose yourself with your partner? We're jumping into financial bed with Erin ...

5 Exercises To Improve Your Money Life with Suzanne Lucas (REWIND) ep 1406

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's evergreen Friday roundtable rewind episode from August 21, 2020, we dive into doing financial fitness exercises to build better money habit...

Building a Strong Real Estate Foundation: Tips for Novice Investors with Paula Pant (Special Episode) SB 1405

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder how real estate investors reach the summit of success? Our friend and regular Friday roundtable contributor, Paula Pant, joined Joe and Cr...

The Magic of Relationships (even in construction!) with Mark Ellison (Special Edition) SB 1404

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a special Rewind Week edition as we check in with Crystal Hammond and our sister show geared toward real estate investing, Stacking Deeds!...

Financial Planning Strategies: Creating a Budget That Works (SB1403)

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are your household finances running like a well-oiled machine? Does each member of the household know his or her role(s) in reaching your own financia...

What Topics In Personal Finance Worry Us? (Live from Podcast Movement - SB1402)

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder what personal finance topics worry everyone else? You're not alone. We all wonder if our view of the world (and personal finance, by exten...

Charting Paths to Financial Independence (SB 1401)

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is the secret to achieving your financial independence in taking a never-ending sabbatical? We're thrilled to have sisters Sammie and Michelle Varghes...

Use Mindset Magic To Transform Struggles Into Triumphs (SB1400)

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does a hard life automatically mean you're destined to struggle with finances? On today's show, we're all about mindset and how adopting the right min...

Getting Zen With Your Money SB1399

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much is enough? Enough money, enough status, enough possessions, enough leisure? We are happy to welcome Manisha Thakor to the basement to discuss...

Top 5 Money Lessons From Movie Characters (SB1398)

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What lessons have you learned from the silver screen? Today we dive into LOTS of great lessons about finance from our favorite films. Joe and OG both ...

Bridging the Gap Between Academic Research and Industry Expertise Where Do You Get Your Advice? (SB 1397)

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Where do YOU turn for true financial advice? Your family and friends? A CFP professional? Your bridge club crew? TikTok??? On today's special Friday r...

Teaching Better Money Lessons - Our Back to School/Back to Work episode! (SB1396)

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we buckle up and prep for fall we think "curriculum." What lessons do we need in our life? What lessons do our children need from us? Whether you'r...

The Power of Confidence When Investing (SB1395)

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been wondering HOW to get where you want to go. If you've been wondering WHY you aren't getting the results you want. If you wonder WHERE yo...

Invest Better: How To Slash Taxes in Your Portfolio (SB1394)

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Believe it or not, where you hold your investments can have a big effect on how much money you actually keep - even if you don't touch them! On today'...

Inflation and the Price of a Sandwich - Len Penzo's Annual Study (SB1393)

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our annual look at inflation is back...by looking at the price of a sandwich! Award winning blogger Len Penzo joins us to reveal his look at ten diffe...

Building a Better Life with Lessons from The Past (SB1392)

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about a better future? Maybe look at what happened to you during your childhood and learn lessons that can help you grow. That's what today's...

Fortune Favors the Prepared - Managing a Windfall (SB1391)

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's roundtable, we dream the same dream that millions of lottery ticket buyers dream week in and week out: what would you do if you pick the ri...

Spotting a Subpar Advisor: Our Top 5 Clues (SB1390)

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Advisors aren't all created equal. Besides charging different fees and performing vastly different services, some just aren't very good at their job. ...

How to Re-Start Your Student Loan Repayment Plan (SB1389)

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

No more pushbacks. No more reprieve. If you have student loans, interest begins again in September and payments resume in October. That means you need...

401(k) Hacks for Optimal Retirement Savings

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How does using your retirement plan as a path to a cool million sound to you? Are the existing tools that are currently available to most of us enough...

Innovations in Credit Union Land

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What a rare look we bring you today "behind the curtain." Credit unions are owned by members and serve (in most cases) a community of people. In theor...

From Letterman's Early Boss to Radio Rebel (lessons from FM Radio Mastermind Jeff Smulyan)

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may not know Jeff Smulyan's name, but you know what he's done. The creator of New York's famous The Fan radio station and the former owner of the ...

Money Lessons for a Strong Financial Foundation

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are some of the most valuable lessons in money that you've acquired over your lifetime? Money education is a lifelong process. Today, our weekly ...

Earning a Cool Million, Saving Tons with a FREE Resource, and Rocking a Podcast (our Stackers Share Success Stories)

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we hear from our amazing community...and you will never be more motivated than after hearing their stories. First, we were excited to begin with...

The Credit Gamechanger: Expert Insights for a Better Score

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to kick your credit game into high gear, even if you come from a less-than-ideal credit background? We go straight to Christina Roman, who lives...

Boost Your Efficiency With These Hacks For Maximum Productivity

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to supercharge your productivity and unlock your full potential? Today, we're diving deep into the world of productivity and sharing som...

Financial Self-Defense: Techniques for Outsmarting Scammers

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it really human nature to believe what we're told at first pass, but then start to doubt after the conversation ends? Should we be more doubtful fr...

From Stuck to Unstoppable: How to Get Up, Get Started, and Get Moving

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Trish Hunt had no idea that one phone call in her late twenties would change her life. This call, for most of us, might stop us in our tracks forever,...

Is It Taxable? (and an intro to Clarity Money) Greatest Hits Rewind

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fun with taxes! Riveting, isn't it? On this 2017 roundtable powwow, Paula, Len, and Greg McFarlane flexed their obscure tax knowledge. The show origin...

When Retirement Seems Impossible (with Dr. Steve Wendel from Morningstar) Greatest Hits Rewind

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t miss our podcast rewind episode where we interview the head of behavioral science at Morningstar, Dr. Steve Wendel, on the topic of some poten...

Money Saving Hacks (with David Pogue) - Greatest Hits (Rewind)

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of paying retail for everything? David Pogue (of NOVA and CBS Sunday Morning fame) joins us to talk money-saving hacks. How much can you save ju...

Real Estate Kickstart: Exploring Investment Strategies

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is real estate the best investment for first-time investors? Today's roundtable discussion is a special one - our panel shares their thoughts, experie...

Your World on Money - Behind the Scenes of the new Million Stories Series with host Andini Mankosinski

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you improve your credit, your real estate savvy, your knowledge of taxes, your ability to budget and save, and more? You listen to shows like S...

Three Tales of Financial Triumph (with Jonathan Clements)

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many think that the people who write about money on the internet were either born with a special "saving and investing" gene, or they had to grind the...

Mastering Rollovers: Strategies for a Smooth Transition of Retirement Funds

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have assets in a previous employer's retirement plan? Would it be easier to consolidate all your retirement assets into one place? Today we're ...

From Orphan to Fintech Award Winner: How to Find Mentors, Build a Future, and Help Others Grow

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rosalia Gitau is a force of nature. Don't take our word for it...Monday's guest Michael Gilmore, creator of the prestigious Money Awareness and Inclus...

Zen and the Art of Better Money Decisions

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does picking the right investments, avoiding debt, or saving for goals stress you out? To most of us -- even the best savers -- stress is a reality, a...

Uncovering Money Wisdom from Dads

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Father's Day weekend, and thanks for joining us! In honor of Father's Day, our all-dad roundtable tackles the topic of what are some important l...

Money Magnet Manifesto: Our Top 5 Money Mindset Tweaks to Build Wealth

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mindset. The one thing you can change instantly is to find more opportunities, attract more dollars, and win new income streams. OG and Joe both share...

Panning for Profits: Uncovering Wealth Lessons from the Old West

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Crypto? Quick stock trades? A timeshare in a swamp? Huge profits? Taking advantage of people? Has that ever happened before? It turns out, that it has...

Maximizing Your Money: Unveiling the Top 20 Money-Wasters You Should Skip

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you really get what you pay for? Are some things just worth it to pay more for? We're beyond excited to welcome the one and only Paula Pant back to...

One Woman's Inspiring Journey to Get Her Financial Ball Rolling (with Yanely Espinal)

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine growing up in a neighborhood where everyone is on government assistance, and still pulling yourself up onto your feet enough to attend one of ...

From Covert Ops to Unleashing the Mind: Itamar Marani Shares Mindset Hacks

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Itamar Mirani had to control his emotions while working as a spy for the Israeli government. The way he worked through emotions, mental blocks, and mo...

Less is More: Simplifying Wealth for a Richer Life

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mom always said, "You can do more with less," but is that really true? Another popular line is, "problems are always more fun to show up to in a limo!...

Can You Finally Trust Annuities? Is Crypto For You? What's The Future of Money? (with Ric Edelman)

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ric Edelman has opinions, and they're both well-researched and timely. We pick his brain on annuities, crypto, central bank digital currency, and the ...

Running Slow AF Toward Your (Big) Goals (with Martinus Evans)

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard the term "get rich slowly"? Today we're inspiring you to jump in the race! Martinus Evans was told, that as a 300 pound-plus man, that he...

Blueprint for Purposeful Living: Designing a Meaningful Life

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to unleash your inner life designer and make every day a vacation! Join the inspirational Heidi Dusek from the Ordinary Sherpa podcast as sh...

How One Woman Flipped Five Dollars Into Millions

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mignon Francois was down to her last five dollars. Her power had been turned off and she flipped on a generator only at night so her kids would have s...

Thrill on a Budget: Save Big and Have a Blast at Theme Parks

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is here! Robert Niles kicks off our summer season by sharing deals and thrills around the nation's theme parks. We ask Mr. Theme Park Insider h...

What Does “Passive Income” Really Mean (and do we want it?)

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you actually sit back and make money without lifting a finger? Is winning the lottery truly a passive endeavor? Our Roundtable is diving into the ...

Pennies to Prosperity: Unleashing Financial Wizardry with Erin Lowry, the 'Not-So-Broke' Millennial

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Erin Lowry broke on the scene six years ago with her bestselling and groundbreaking book Broke Millennial. Today she's back on she podcast to dive int...

Make "A Couple Million" Without Ruining Your Life (with Steve Chou)

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Chou has made lots of money. He didn't do it by "following his passion." He sold hankerchiefs with his wife, who wanted to quit her job. Togethe...

Is "Being Great" Holding You Back?

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Stackers, it's second nature to want to be the best at everything; but when is it enough to just be good and not great? Are there instances where "...

The Happily Never After Show: Finding Help and Hope in Divorce

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when your marriage is struggling? Today we'll share some of the horrible stories and (more importantly) how to solve them OR how to make ...

Leadership Lessons To Help Your Career Take Flight (with Oscar Munoz)

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a great leader? What can you do to become one? We welcome the former CEO of United Airlines, Oscar Munoz, down in the basement to tackle th...

Navigating Awkward Money Moments (plus Evil HR Lady) REWIND

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't be caught blindsided by uncomfortable money questions! Tune into this roundtable conversation where Paula, Len, and O.G. try to come up with the...

Better–and Funnier–Flights (with Betty Thesky) REWIND

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Before you fly off on your summer vacation, don’t miss our podcast rewind episode where we interview Betty Thesky of Betty in the Sky with a Suitcas...

Stop Delegating Money Decisions (with Bola Sokunbi) REWIND

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t miss our podcast rewind episode where we interview Bola Sokunbi on the topic of why it's essential to be involved and in control of your finan...

The Art Of Balancing Relationships And Finances

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When money is tight, you gotta do what you gotta do. But who should you add to your financial accounts? What could possibly go wrong if you share mone...

"Going Pro" With Your Money Skills (with Rob Welch)

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've gotten the big call…it's time to go pro with your money? But what skills got you there? Today, to celebrate the NFL draft tomorrow, when doze...

Planning Retirement the RIGHT Way (with Veronica McCain)

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can you do a better job planning for your retirement (and not just financially)? Are you anxious about transitioning into the next phase of your l...

Our Best Financial Tips For Graduates

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For millions of young prodigies, it's graduation season. But before they spread their wings and leave the nest, how will they afford it? Our roundtabl...

Making a Financial Plan That Sticks (with Lawrence Sprung)

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of following the same old financial advice that doesn't seem to work for YOU? Do you want to create a financial plan that's tailored to ...

Economics 101: A Study of Janet Yellen's Career (with Jon Hilsenrath)

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are thrilled to welcome award-winning journalist, senior editor at The Wall Street Journal, expert on the Federal Reserve, and author of the bestse...

Our Take on the "No Retirement Savings" Crisis

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have anything put away for retirement? If so, you're doing better than 50% of women and 47% of men ages 55-66, according to U.S. Census Bureau ...

Dumping Debt: How to Get Out of the Red and Into the Black (with Dorethia Kelly)

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

No event could have wrecked our finances as bad, or for as long, as building a debt saddle had done. Between interest payments, added stress, and miss...

Work-Life Harmony is Closer Than You Think (with Tina Wells)

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We've heard a lot about work-life balance. On one end, the non-stress believers say that you should seek balance actively. On the other, "hustle" cult...

Should You Take Advice From Televisions Money "Gurus"?

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who should you trust? Talking heads on television often have a LOT to say about your money. Yet, one popular television show called out a "guru" live,...

Last Minute Tax Tips That Could Save You Thousands (with CPA Bob Wheeler)

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to hit "send' on your taxes? Before you do, Bob Wheeler from the Money You Should Ask podcast, and a working CPA, joins us to dive into what YOU...

Spanx Your Budget to Slim Expenses (with Allison Baggerly)

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Allison Baggerly was in trouble. She owed a TON of money to everyone and had just found out she was now pregnant. How does she solve the problem?On to...

Our Best Secrets to Slash Your Grocery Budget and Save Big

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every time we go to the grocery store, it seems like the prices of whatever is on our list keep rising. In today's roundtable discussion, we look at a...

Who CAN We Trust With Our Money and Career? (with Dr. Henry Cloud)

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Trust. The foundation of modern society is built on it. Today we are fortunate to welcome Dr. Henry Cloud to the Basement to talk about who is actuall...

What If We Asked, "How Much Do You Earn?" More Often? (with Maya Lau)

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you down with OPP? Award-winning former investigative journalist for the LA Times Maya Lau joins us to discuss exactly what would happen if we ask...

Lessons From Nearly Losing All of Your Money: Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How would you react if you suddenly had all your access to money cut off from your bank? Welcome to a special Friday episode of Stacking Benjamins! In...

Reboot Your Career or Your Life (with Joanne Lipman)

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's never too late to change. If you're unhappy with where you've been and where you seem to be headed, it's time to hit the reset button. Today, to ...

$1,000,000 March Madness Real Estate Bracket: Experts Debate the Best Strategy to Make Money Quickly

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Help us narrow a field of 16 different strategies to reach a cool MILLION dollars to one winner. They're seeded and ready to go (follow along on our s...

Plan Better and Achieve More: Two Case Studies of Financial Planning Success (with Taylor Schulte)

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What could you achieve if you planned better? CFP Taylor Schulte shares two stories told by financial planners about clients who achieved extraordinar...

10 Expenses That Are Stealing Your Wealth (And What You Can Do About It)

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Saint Patrick's Day, Stackers! Have you ever found yourself wondering what are the expenses most primed to cut back on in order to stack some bi...

Kara Goucher on Abuse, Money, and the Elite Nike Running Team

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Olympian and distance running star Kara Goucher joins us to share explosive details involving Alberto Salazar, the disgraced coach of the Elite Nike R...

Increase Your Income with Short-Term Rentals (with AirBnB queen Lauren Keene Aumond)

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we dive into the short-term rental game. Think it's difficult? So did our guest Lauren Keene Aumond, until she began practicing a few techniques...

Our Favorite Tax Software (with Robert Farrington from TheCollegeInvestor.com)

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who's excited about Tax Day this year? Anyone? Bueller? Even though this year's tax-filing deadline is pushed back to April 18, don't let it sneak up ...

SPECIAL: Silicon Valley Bank Collapse - What Happened and How Does It Affect Your Plan?

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Silicon Valley Bank's collapse is the second-largest FDIC takeover since the Great Depression. What does that mean for you, your money, and your long ...

Smart Money Moves: Building Financial Habits That Last a Lifetime

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discussing finances can be intimidating, especially for beginners. However, initiating regular money conversations early on can be a great way to intr...

Stacking Stories: Tales of Expat Living, Selling a Business, and Frugal Living from our Stacker Community

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we invite three inspiring Stackers down to the basement to share their stories- Amy Minkley, an ex-pat who is hosting a Financial Independence R...

SPECIAL: Stacking Deeds Episode 1 - "Top 5 Places to Start With Real Estate Investing"

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join our brand new sister show Stacking Deeds, as hosts Alan Corey and Crystal Hammond dive into the world of real estate. We'll cover headlines about...