Mad Money Monster

Mad Money Monster

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Mad Money Monster episodes

  • 3 Financial Moves to Survive an Economic Crisis

    We all knew the longest financial bull run would eventually come to an end. We just didn’t expect it to come to a screeching halt in a few short weeks. Nevertheless, here we are. In light of this global economic situation, we’re discussing what you can do to keep your sanity. (more…

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    16 min
  • A FIRE-y Debate With Diania Merriam

    If you’re interested in financial independence or the FIRE movement and want to learn more, you cannot miss today’s episode with the Chief Economeist and Founder of the EconoMe Conference, Diania Merriam. (more…

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    42 min
  • How Not To Buy A House

    When Mr. MMM embarked on his first home-buying experience, he nearly got what he wished for. After a year of searching for the perfect home, he and his ex-wife thought they found real estate bliss when they stumbled upon a newly-built, contemporary home situated on 8 wooded acres. But before signing on the dotted line, he started to have second thoughts. (more…

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    23 min
  • What’s Wrong With Working For The Man

    A couple of weeks ago there was a Tweet heard ’round the personal finance world that triggered a storm in the #FIRE community. One highly-respected finance expert posted a statement and another highly-respected finance expert responded. A war ensued. (more…

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    28 min
  • The FI Community’s Love Affair With Youth

    It’s no secret America has a love affair with youth. Everywhere you turn there are romanticized stories of Millennials and Gen Z-ers doing extraordinary things with their money. On top of it all, “OK, Boomer” has become a household term…and not in a good way. This historical love affair seems to have seeped into the Financial Independence Community with the focus being on people who have retired...

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    22 min
  • 3 Steps To Contentment And Happiness

    Oftentimes, contentment can be deemed a dirty word and something you shouldn’t want to be. I mean, let’s face it, if you’re content, you must be boring or old or both. Well, in my opinion, nothing can be farther from the truth. Contentment is synonymous with happiness in my book. In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Mad Money Monster as we dissect what contentment means to each of us and how you...

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    21 min
  • Episode 27: 5 Things We Hate About The FIRE Movement
    Since finding the FIRE movement back in 2015, things sure have changed. FIRE stands for Financial Independence/Retire Early and recently there’s been a huge shift away from personal finance and into the world of life coaching and happiness.
    There certainly isn’t anything wrong with setting goals and being happy, but it definitely doesn’t have much to do with budgets or bottom lines.
    In this episode, we discuss the shift in FIRE and whether or not it’s still a genuine message.
    Show Notes:
    The changing face of FIREThe shift from personal finance to happiness and life coachingGlamorizing side hustlesDemonizing corporate jobsUnrealistic nest egg projections
    Noteworthy Links:
    5 Things I Hate About The FIRE MovementWhy We Stopped Chasing Early Retirement For A Happier Life
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    33 min
  • 5 Things We Hate About The FIRE Movement

    Since finding the FIRE movement back in 2015, things sure have changed. FIRE stands for Financial Independence/Retire Early and recently there’s been a huge shift away from personal finance and into the world of life coaching and happiness. There certainly isn’t anything wrong with setting goals and being happy, but it definitely doesn’t have much to do with budgets or bottom lines.

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    33 min
  • Episode 26: How This Couple Paid Off Half A Million Dollars In Student Loan Debt In 5 Years
    I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that student loan debt is one of the biggest issues facing young people in the US. Not only are the figures staggering, but the debt seems to be stifling the progress of Millennials to live a normal adult. Some, even putting off buying homes and starting families in order to pay down their debt first. That was not the case for our guest today.
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    30 min
  • How This Couple Paid Off Half A Million Dollars In Student Loan Debt In 5 Years

    I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that student loan debt is one of the biggest issues facing young people in the US. Not only are the figures staggering, but the debt seems to be stifling the progress of Millennials to live a normal adult. Some, even putting off buying homes and starting families in order to pay down their debt first. That was not the case for our guest today. (more…

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    30 min

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Finally, a money show you're going to love! Prepare to be entertained every Monday when Mrs. and Mr. Mad Money Monster sit down to talk about smart money moves minus the gimmicks. You won't hear the duo pushing you to bike to work or ditch those lattes. Instead, you'll be entertained with real money stories from two people who have a ton of experience doing it all wrong.