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The sports betting era is officially a disaster. The floodgates have opened and now we're not just betting on sports - we're betting on everything.
So today we talk about how these gambling sites actually work and how they make their money, what the 24/7 gambling craze is doing to sports and to our country (particularly young men), and what the future holds for gambling in the US .
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Overall, the economy looks stable on the surface - stock market humming, inflation back to normal, interest rates have softened - but several massive questions still need answered.
What will 2026 bring for AI, interest rates, housing affordability, government debt, and jobs? And what does all this mean for your financial planning?
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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How does your salary compare? And which industries tend to have the highest pay?
https://flowingdata.com/2025/12/02/who-makes-a-higher-salary-and-the-jobs-they-work/Trump says the US should be taking a page from Australia's retirement playbook. What might a retirement system overhaul look like?
https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/03/economy/superannuation-australia-retirement-trumpA New York high school banned phones and saw dramatic improvements in focus, behavior, and social interaction.
https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/how-new-york-public-school-phone-ban-saved-high-school.htmlSome of the best investment writing from 2025
https://ofdollarsanddata.com/my-favorite-investment-writing-of-2025/An interactive visualization that shows just how common your birthday really is.
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Did you know that just 3% of companies account for all the wealth ever created in the U.S. stock market? Or that Costco sells enough toilet paper to reach the moon and backā¦ 200 times? Or that a tiny island with 15,000 people now funds half its government thanks to ā.aiā domain names?
Here are 25 surprising facts from 2025. Full list is here from Idea Farm: https://news.theideafarm.com/p/50-facts-from-2h-2025
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Career and financial choices top the list of the most anxiety-inducing decisions - far above health or relationships. Itās a reminder that money stress is both universal and deeply emotional.
https://www.popsci.com/health/100-most-dreaded-decisions/Goldās big run is grabbing headlines, but should it replace stocks? Why recent gains shouldnāt derail a long-term investment strategy.
https://ofdollarsanddata.com/whats-going-on-with-gold/
For millions, the path to citizenship takes not years but decades due to visa backlogs and country caps. That uncertainty impacts everything: careers, housing, family plans, and long-term financial decisions.
https://usafacts.org/articles/how-long-can-it-take-to-become-a-us-citizen/
Mass manufacturing makes new AC units cheap, but skilled labor and logistics make repairs sometimes more costly than the appliance itself. Itās a lesson in thinking about total cost of ownership, not just sticker price.
https://www.a16z.news/p/why-ac-is-cheap-but-ac-repair-is
Elon Muskās massive compensation plan only pays out if Tesla becomes an AI/robotics powerhouse worth trillions.
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President Trump says 50-year mortgages could make homes more affordable for struggling buyers. Is he right? Or would this fix just make the housing problem worse? Letās unpack what a 50-year mortgage could mean for buyers and the broader market.
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Author Morgan Houselās new book, The Art of Spending Money, argues that the way we spend money matters just as much as how we earn or invest it. And for many of us, the biggest culprit that's killing our budget doesn't even show up in a spreadsheet.
Book link: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Spending-Money-Simple-Choices/dp/0593716620
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1ļøā£ Giving People Money Helped Less Than I Thought It WouldA fascinating look at why direct cash transfers havenāt delivered the long-term results many expected. Itās a reminder that money alone doesnāt fix poverty without education, opportunity, and strong community institutions.https://www.theargumentmag.com/p/giving-people-money-helped-less-than2ļøā£ This Social Security "Bridge" Claiming Strategy Delaying Social Security can meaningfully boost lifetime income ā and the ābridgeā strategy shows how to use savings early to make that possible. Smart timing, not just saving, can make a six-figure difference over retirement.https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2025/09/03/this-social-security-claiming-strategy-reliably-lifts-retirement-income/3ļøā£ Suze Orman Tells Us the Biggest Retirement Mistake You Can MakeSuze Orman says claiming Social Security early is the biggest mistake retirees make. Patience and proactive planning can dramatically increase your long-term wealth and legacy.https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/suze-orman-tells-us-the-biggest-retirement-mistake-you-can-make4ļøā£ Gen Zās Dividend Investing Boom Gen Z investors are flocking to dividend-paying ETFs for stability and income ā a surprising twist for the ārisk-onā generation. But dividend investing for young people carries a lot more downside when you consider all the factors.https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2025-gen-z-dividend-investing-etfs/
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Adoption is one of the most life-changing decisions a family can make, and it comes with both financial and spiritual challenges. Bryan Samms shares his familyās adoption story, how they balanced financial planning with faith, and what it means for all of us to align our money with a higher purpose.
You can get Bryan's book "Rescued" and/or the group course here: https://bryansamms.com/rescued/
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I was recently invited to be part of a conversation with Luke Clayton, Bryan Samms, and Mike Lester to discuss discipleship within the church. How do you structure a group study in a way that engages each person, fosters conversation, and effectively accomplishes the goal of growing people to be more like Jesus? We shared our experience and insights on how we are all trying to equip churches with the right tools for discipleship.
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Taxes donāt have to be overwhelming. Planning ahead with powerful tax-saving strategies can help you keep more of what youāve earned. Here's how we work with clients to proactively save instead of just looking back to at last year to see how much we owe!
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What does smart investing really look like? Nate shares how we take the guesswork out of managing your money with a clear, disciplined process so you can stay calm in the markets and feel confident your retirement income will last.
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Retirement Reality Check: Americans believe they need $1.1M to retire but expect to save only 25% of that number, signaling a big savings shortfall. https://www.visualcapitalist.com/sp/emp01-retirement-savings-reaching-the-magic-number/ Freedom ā Fulfillment: Rick Foerster notes that the idea of freedom being the highest form of wealth is incorrect. As someone who has attained both money and freedom, he argues there is something even more important. https://newsletter.thewayofwork.com/p/freedom-is-not-the-highest-form-of 2025 Florida Python Challenge. A little news from my backyard - Florida removed a record 294 pythons in a conservation contest. The winner bagged 60 snakes and $10K. https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/record-setting-amount-of-snakes-removed-in-2025-florida-python-challenge/3676921/ 401k Shake-Up. President Trump signed a new executive order that would allow workers to invest in private companies and real estate via their 401k's. But these investments present a lot of challenges, and some argue that workers are ultimately better served by investments in public companies and bonds. https://www.axios.com/2025/08/07/trump-private-equity-executive-order Gen Zās Debt Dilemma. Nearly half of Gen Zers run out of money each month, and fewer than 25% feel financially stable, according to a Step survey reported in Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/gen-z-debt-money-financial-stability-2091675
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If youāve followed me for a while, you might know me as a "finance guyā but it may not be clear just from my videos/podcasts what I actually do? So Iām hitting the reset button to clear up the confusion. Iāll explain what my real job is (spoiler: itās not just making podcasts) and how I help Christians prepare for a confident, purposeful retirement.
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Young Americans are facing a housing crisis - understanding the 3-fold tragedy that brought us to this point.https://www.derekthompson.org/p/how-the-housing-market-for-youngGen Z trades stocks like they gamble. And it's not going to end well. https://sherwood.news/markets/gen-z-trades-stocks-the-same-way-it-gambles/The largest ever study of 4-day workweeks just concluded and 90% of companies are sticking with it!https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/biggest-trial-of-four-day-workweek-finds-workers-are-happier-and-feel-just/Expert tips on how to stretch your travel budget to get the best dealshttps://bakadesuyo.com/2025/07/save-money-on-travel/How is it that people make 6 or 7 figures and still don't fee financially free? Why lifestyle inflation is sneaky, and how to combat it. https://www.justinwelsh.me/newsletter/lifestyle-inflation-kills-freedom
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One wrong turn can cost a marathon runner the race. And one wrong financial decision can cost you years of hard work. I've learned the sometimes the most valuable thing a financial planner can do is help you avoid the BIG mistake at a crucial decision point.
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Congress just passed a massive 870-page bill with sweeping changes to taxes, healthcare, and more.
But what does it mean for your wallet? In this episode, I break down the key takeaways on how this new bill may affect YOU.
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- Common Myth-Conceptions: things you grew up believing that aren't so- Millions of Millionaires: the US added more than a thousand new millionaires every day in 2024- Retirement Savings (Good News/Bad News) - Vanguard reports shows that retirement savings AND 401k hardship withdrawals at all time highs- Pentagon Pizza Orders Theory: increased pizza orders near the Pentagon can predict international conflicts or times of crisis. - 6 Questions to Make An Advisor Squirm: get to the truth of what an advisor can and can't do for you- 10th President John Tyler's Grandson Died This Year: RIP to one of my favorite history factoids
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Are you making smart money moves? In this episode, weāre busting 17 of the most common money myths that could be holding you back.
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