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#10: The Wealth Illusion: Acting Rich vs Being Rich

In this episode, I discuss people who look and act wealthy, yet have very little to their name. We unpack how social media and debt is creating a mirage, and what this means for you.

#9: The Biggest Mistakes and Traps to Avoid As You Build Wealth

I explain the common mistakes and traps people fall into on their way to Financial independence (including myself).  We explore how to overcome them so they don’t derail your progress or throw you off track.

#8: Questions, Complaints & Criticisms of Retiring Early

We’ll tackle some of the pushback and criticisms people have about the idea of retiring early, and how you can overcome each of them.

#7: Seven Steps to FI That Anyone Can Follow

I’ll walk you through the key steps to making FI a reality. We’ll look at how to start wherever you are, define your ideal life, take control of your finances and put a strategy in place to get you there.

#6: The Great Divergence (Get Ahead or Get Left Behind)

There’s a growing divide in society between those who are taking control of their financial future and those who are getting left behind.  We’ll explore how this came about, why it’s continuing, and how you can use it to your advantage.

#5: Do You Need to Own A Home to Retire Early?

In this podcast, we dive into whether owning a paid-off home is a necessary part of financial independence.  We’ll weigh the benefits of both options, explore some overlooked factors and I share my own experience.

#4: How to Spend More While Still Getting Richer

How you can spend more as your wealth increases without derailing your path to financial independence. And the importance of upgrading your mindset as your situation changes, so you can finally stop worrying about money.

Our Thailand Adventure: A Great Place to Retire?

This post is about our holiday in Thailand – what we did, how much it cost, and my thoughts on the lifestyle, sights and culture.  I also discuss Thailand as a retirement destination.

#3: If the FIRE Journey Makes You Miserable, You’re Doing it Wrong

In this episode, we explore the myth that achieving financial independence means you miss out enjoying life.  I share a few examples of FIRE stories in the media which try to point out how ‘extreme’ this approach is, what they get wrong, and the lessons we can learn.

#2: The Art of Making Smart Money Decisions

In this episode I share my operating framework for how I approach spending  money.  It’s essentially the philosophy I use to make decisions.

#1: A Brief History of My Wealth-Building Journey and Life After FI

I give a brief rundown of my journey to financial independence. Where I came from, the ups and downs along the way, and what life looks like these days, as someone who’s basically retired or semi-retired in their 30s.

#0: Welcome to the Strong Money Podcast

The Strong Money Podcast is an audio version of the best blog articles over the years.  I share my updated thoughts on classic topics, and we dive into the mindset and principles behind wealth and FI.