From Paychecks to Purpose

In Pt. 2. of a 2-part episode all about books, Liz Gets Loaded and I discuss where we get good book recommendations and how we get books affordably or for free. We also discuss tracking & reviewing books, e-readers, and when we use audio books vs. physical ones. In Pt. 1 (linked below), we discussed why we love books, favorite genres, and pivotal books that changed our perspective or gave us something we needed when we read them.Pt. 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mR1xOhe44LoiZDgWjP1Mo?si=Qqdlb5DeTuSvJd9-S0mmyALiz Gets Loaded: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t6FJB5zk7Du2fpH5Cy4oV?si=6391aa487c3f4e9d

In part 1 of this 2-part episode, Liz Gets Loaded and I discuss all things books! From favorite genres to pivotal books that changed our perspective or gave us something we needed in the time that we read them, we discuss it all! In part 2, we will discuss how we get book recommendations and where we get books for free or affordably.Liz Gets Loaded: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t6FJB5zk7Du2fpH5Cy4oV?si=7af47ae0bc2044f7

This week's episode is a grab bag of things I have been thinking about recently, from navigating competing interests in your 30s (or 40s) to Roth vs. Traditional allocations. I also highlighted What Went Wrong, a podcast about movies from script to screen, and I shout out Money with Katie's Substack.What Went Wrong: https://open.spotify.com/show/15lonNfWzHLbMepKo0EDjs?si=58b17e341bc54edcMWK Substack: https://moneywithkatie.substack.com/

Hello everyone! In this week's episode I cover some 4% rule history and caveats in my Did You Know? segment, and my main segment is all about a book I read recently (Yesteryear) and how its author (Caro Claire Burke) got me thinking about my relationship to risks and in general issues with risk that people who are in the FIRE movement tend to have (in short, we're often too scared even though we have the financial means necessary to take the leap!). Finally, I end by highlighting Yesteryear and Measure Twice Planners, a podcast about advice-only financial planning.Yesteryear Review: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/05/books/review/yesteryear-caro-claire-burke.htmlMeasure Twice Planners: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zzjSREh6NntBCtKgHyxJn?si=9Wjl04yxRNSG7K0he8I0mw

In this episode, I am doing a deep dive to unveil all of the personal finance secrets that FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) people know about. I am going to tell you about all of the crazy secrets FIRE people use to do everything from career pivots and retiring early to retiring their kids for cents on the dollar. Along the way, you'll learn a bit about why FIRE is awesome and the various ways in which you can use many of these FIRE secrets to benefit your life!Guide:Intro/How The Heck Are People Retiring Early?Saving in the Right Places:​Tax-advantaged accounts (401ks, IRAs, HSAs, taxable brokerage, DCP, etc.) are key​Legal Loopholes: Backdoor Roth IRA, Mega Backdoor Roth, Investing HSA for Decades, Saving HSA Receipts​Strategy (keep it simple, automate investing, save early, save as much as you can comfortably manage, rinse and repeat)Helpful Illustrations:​Savings rates translated into years to retirement​4% Rule​Compounding Interest for a 50 yr old vs. 30 yr old​CoastFIRE Meaning and other steps along the FIRE journey (sabbatical, career break, career pivot, house, etc.)​How to Estimate Annual Retirement SpendHow to Access Money in Retirement Accounts Before 59.5Legal Loopholes: Roth IRA Contributions, Roth IRA Conversion Ladder, 72T, Rule of 55Taxes in Early Retirement: How They Are So LowLegal Loopholes: Standard Deduction, Long Term Capital Gains, Roth Accounts, etc.How to Navigate Income Levels for Healthcare in RetirementLegal Loopholes: Pulling from Roths & Taxable BrokerageBonus Legal Loopholes: Hacking FAFSA, Avoiding IRMAA, Avoiding RMDs, Travel Hacking, Retiring Your Kids!Media:How to Earn/Save /Spend Money Strategically: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6TtUitezFhhmiqfBNDOWij?si=EoXDWsNHT8uIsApcbaHLLwTyler Gardner on Retiring Your Kids: https://open.spotify.com/episode/68hR3hpj9LwMxsVuKnpqGs?si=oNbxO8oFQwKHcVjVGwPtPQMoney Feels on Screen Time: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Z4QoRBGms24RQM8ye1kbP?si=Q45e3rL1Th2ZHp8iI_bQMg

Hello all! In this week's episode, I return to more life topics, including a review of the Brick, a device to help control screen time habits, and a love letter to Asian food, from the access we are privileged to have more of in modern day, as well as some approachable recipes to try! I also unveil a new segment where I give small explainers/tips and this week I discussed what I consider to be bare minimum doctor appointments for healthy people.Maangchi on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QQ67F8y2b8&pp=0gcJCdkKAYcqIYzvCrying in the H Mart: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/crying-in-h-mart&ved=2ahUKEwjkp5XF7sWTAxV0kyYFHXlAHFoQFnoECBEQAQ&usg=AOvVaw1Fe1kCiKFCfGN__Vb8NEYuAn Ode To Korean Moms (Dave Chang): https://open.spotify.com/episode/5jaaEF0X8SuwrBClX19uxg?si=_UQgNUKsRCu9-7GCkuDZswThe Reframe on Grocery Spend: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Ol4N9VniJPVAsTsMh3zKv?si=FALmvhItQCmie86DVXFriAKathleen in EverydayFI Pt 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ro6fka18fazBX13xEkyh6?si=0oanDRoKQhGJIAcu87iT3A

In this week's episode, I give a brief educational overview on how to file your taxes, from filling out your W-4 form or making quarterly estimated tax payments to W2s, 1099s, and credits vs. deduction. If you have never filed your own taxes before, or you are looking to build confidence in self-filing, this episode is for you!Disclaimer: this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. This is not tax advice and I am not a tax expert. If you have a tax question, ask a professional.EverydayFI Kathleen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LWMj3TQXZbcvxAxHw2lJQ?si=0K2Mii3ARBu3DlkoYJaDcwHow to Get to Heaven from Belfast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6flC0y-2iFw

In this week's episode I expand on insurances one may get outside of employer benefits (hello, self-employed listeners!), as well as deep dive into some nuances of 401k (or Solo 401k) vs. Roth IRA as savings vehicles. P.S. You got double personal finance media this week - think of it as a special bonus!Topics Covered:​Long-Term Disability Update​Health Insurance through ACA​Car Insurance​Homeowners Insurance​Renters Insurance​Term Life Insurance​Order of Operations: Roth IRA vs 401kEmployer Benefits Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ACaewmZH1NXsrrdrkttsq?si=ll7C9TNDTCyGQ_0IiJL7sQHow to Save for Retirement Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Cy85AshjM8AYNBcQWEA69?si=shcjSNbdTBaRaBwJ9XED7gYour Money Guide on the Side Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1aPYXxvCFOzGCNFMQzMUHq?si=f90f285ff28c4eb0Retiring in France Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0lsjBELU9dZDsqudRSbg0Q?si=Qsiv7YLsQKyXN2DTV-vEzg

This week's episode is all about employer benefits, from health insurance to stock options! I go through each benefit listed below, giving a 101 overview of things to pay attention to, as well as a tax overview since it is tax season!Benefits Reviewed:Health InsuranceDental/Vision InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceLife insuranceDisability Insurance (short-term and long-term)Employer Paid Taxes (Social Security and Medicare Taxes)401ks: Fund Options, Match Types, etc.ESPPRSUs Stock OptionsWash Sale RuleMedia:How to Save For Retirement: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Cy85AshjM8AYNBcQWEA69?si=APWeXPT4SIOCdxuFI_XqnQMoney with Katie on External Disability Insurance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1D0ZMkKNh87p7q49CscNyn?si=ScV57fIVRMKxfwi_PONswwFrugal Friends on Buying Cars: https://open.spotify.com/episode/11fnT6DJcxAmoj1elR5AUX?si=78hcsvo7T1i8QTEBCDJ-cAHank Green and Jason Mantzoukas: https://youtu.be/RuuyCOnuBDA?si=giSqtXNkfQCZ56Gf

In lieu of a regular episode this week, I am re-running an old deep dive I did on travel hacking. It goes in depth and is a great resource for people looking to save a lot of money on travel. Give it a listen if you haven't already!

In this episode, I discuss a term I coined called "Deep Pursuits". In short, Deep Pursuits are special kinds of of hobbies, activities, or callings that allow us to do one or more of the following:1. Find purpose2. Find or foster community (and give back!)3. Find the flow state4. Build skills and use creativity(Bonus points if you can do multiple!)I go in-depth to describe examples of Deep Pursuits in my life, describe why having Deep Pursuits and finding the flow state is so important, and I also throw out a bunch of examples of brainstormed Deep Pursuits ideas to get you thinking about how to add Deep Pursuits to your own life.Alyssa Liu's Gold Medal Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCrFaRsezGo&pp=ygUKYWx5c3NhIGxpdQ%3D%3DMaking a Millionaire Episode by Money Guy Show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6O4pcXkltU5Fkr6fclBzK0?si=OdqBcA4_Rg2HQ1iVCEVV5w

Today in lieu of a regular episode, I am going through an info-graphic I made a while ago on how to save for different goals in a simplified way and explaining it step by step! I also have the info-graphic posted on my Instagram account, so follow it to access the visual!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose?igsh=bHVrNHVqdDd1cTUx&utm_source=qr

This week I jump on the Instagram trend of reflecting back to 2016. I share some about my finances and a lot about important life lessons I learned that year.Aja Dang - I Regret Buying a House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9ii2yBYCzk&feature=youtu.beBrooklyn 99: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icTOP9F17pU

Join me this week to learn all about my goals for the year, from career path exploration to podcasting, piano, local adventure and a Colorado trip! Note: I edited out our family dog's name - so pardon the abrupt jump cuts!ChooseFI Local Adventure List: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kEPWBZndLrzFxLWNCNUEo?si=S4EPLz_ESvuOniTwU4AgqAStudio Ghibli: https://www.hbomax.com/channel/studio-ghibliLiz Gets Loaded: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t6FJB5zk7Du2fpH5Cy4oV?si=f52d80841bbe4e6b

Join me today as I debunk several myths about buying a home and reflect on the pros and cons of renting vs. buying. I also go through when the math actually supports buying over renting, and issue a PSA for anyone's parent's out there who's kids are buying a house soon (spoiler alert: be gentle, please!). For media, I highlight Paula Pant's Afford Anything and Poirot by Agatha Christie:Money with Katie's Rent vs. Buy Article: https://moneywithkatie.com/when-the-math-supports-buying-your-primary-residence-instead-of-renting/Afford Anything: https://affordanything.com/episode-4-beginner-guide-real-estate-investing/Poirot: https://youtu.be/8rDSNChX5lo?si=ydYHm1ivr4ANCi31

Join me today to learn a bit about some intentional life planning I have been thinking about recently in the fields of career, family, and places (in the US) to live!Media:FIRE Takes: https://open.spotify.com/show/03U4qFWm1QTTqtLCqhojct?si=6f82526ac2ab4958Delicious in Dungeon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5JEoD7keVo

This is a quick episode about my biggest lessons learned and progress 4 years into my FIRE journey. Tune in to hear what I have learned! For media this week, I highlighted First Gen Money on Youtube and Karate Kid (the original movie).First Gen Money - 4 Yrs of FIRE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TK5XiOm_Zl4Karate Kid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_8Rw16uscg

Had a bit of a crazy week this week, so in lieu of a regular episode, enjoy this backlog episode I recorded a few months back about food, diet, & more. I follow a gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free diet and am a big fan of foods from all over the world. Listen along to learn about my favorite foods from childhood to now, and evolution in my diet/thoughts about food throughout the years.TW: mentions eating disorders/disordered eatingEmpty Bowl: https://open.spotify.com/show/4JSUlpwVHRtdEJN2aic0tN?si=f8da32ac725641fdThe Reframe - Is FIRE Ethical?: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4J8OzBe2hXAiY4W2EGoIXs?si=Tjps2epxSsykCoUTon2KVg

Join me this week to review my 2025 annual spend and what was expected vs. what was surprising. You'll learn how I categorize my expenses, how this year's spend compares to previous years, and how I am thinking through my future expenses and how those translate to future Phase 3 jobs or FIRE timelines. Engaging Data FIRE Calculator: https://engaging-data.com/fire-calculator/Katie's Travel Tricks Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Xkg0lcv8MStwi2ZJcp8xC?si=UMmS4kEqSnCE1EBCWoftFQMakanai: Cooking for the Maiko House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTQ1oCVR74o

Join me and Green this week for a wide-ranging conversation about holiday break topics - from food gifts and white elephants to our upcoming move and moving tips, de-cluttering desires, and more. For media this week, we discussed Gala Studio and other shows Green likes to watch on Sunday mornings, as well as a video we watched recently on expats living in Europe for cost of living reasons.Gala Studio: https://www.youtube.com/@galastudio9

Join me this week for a high-level reflection on 2025, and what I'm looking forward to in 2026. I had a good year with ups and downs, but overall, there are so many things to be grateful for. And I am looking forward to changes coming in 2026!Culture Study Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0IamzExQzBpjDhTMwrb1OO?si=ISA9Cf9VRMWpr3-kZLD5qgPaula Pant's Afford Anything: https://open.spotify.com/episode/08qwZ5GBdEVetZrgeic8Tc?si=NYbftqkCSEmdvHH-5HTK-A

In this week's From Paychecks to Purpose episode, I reflected on 2025 Goals that I set at the beginning of the year. Tune in to hear how I did with the goals below:1. Explore CoastFI Jobs!2. Prioritize Relaxation3. Thoughtful Buying4. Find Adventure5. Experiment with +/-Media:Rosie Maio (has the best summer vacations with her family in Italy): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIioLuSU7q8&pp=ygUKcm9zaWUgbWFpbw%3D%3DThe Daily Churn: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6yXfd4lyejcDiSDsTKNHCB?si=4zzvb-pgRoGeIVitQwVYxg

This week, I discuss holiday traditions, decorations, gifts, and more! Specifically, I discuss an Apple TV I got as an service award from my company and my first impressions of it, my holiday decorations and why I am getting a bigger tree this year, holiday traditions I want to build in my adult life, and my Black Friday purchases (or lack thereof). For media I highlight the Sound of Music (one of my family's favorite movies) and Liz Gets Loaded's recent episode on hyperfixation.Sound of Music: https://youtu.be/aMMgcAqOYbI?si=Nrudrhca62JfGS2CLiz Gets Loaded Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/39IkeJAFqMdXKbXaxYPF5i?si=qDlrlLf2QjWubCicvqIq-g

Hello all! In this week's episode I talk about how I planned my wedding and kept things affordable while still doing everything we wanted to do. I also highlight the Cottage Fairy, one of my favorite simple living creators, as well as a podcast episode covering Katie Gatti Tassin (of Money with Katie fame) and her career journey.My Substack Article (has more details): https://open.substack.com/pub/frompaycheckstopurpose/p/how-i-planned-the-perfect-4k-wedding?r=41xya5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=webThe Cottage Fairy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IO3rAurptA&pp=ygURdGhlIGNvdHRhZ2UgZmFpcnk%3DKatie's Career Journey Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/49xqU6CzTNdjzFNgGJVMSp?si=lyTsHZN7TzmicKOK7ud-Hg

In this week's episode, I go through some highlights (and lowlights) from September and October's monthly spend. I also go through some of my favorite things to buy at Costco! P.S. It's Grillo's Pickles - that is how that product is spelled :)For my media segment, I covered the Money with Katie podcast and the Green brothers (Hank and John Green). Katie, Hank, and John are all role models for non-traditional careers that they have intentionally pivoted within to do work they find fulfilling and that helps the world.Money with Katie: https://moneywithkatie.com/Green Brothers (links below):Video Diary Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vlogbrothersCrash Course: https://www.youtube.com/user/crashcourseGood.store: https://good.store/?srsltid=AfmBOorcAyOiaOFb-iat3bl6qK26EpBlhyt_Pm4QALXxCIk5E209zSSu

I had a busy weekend - so enjoy a backlog episode I recorded a few weeks back instead! In this episode, I discuss the evolution in my thoughts on work over the years, as well as how I am thinking about jobs for different phases of my life. I also highlight guitarist Lau Noah and discuss the podcast Money Feels and The Reframe's recent episode on how we may already be living our dream lives.The Reframe: Reality Check - Are We already Living Our Dream Lives? https://open.spotify.com/episode/4T05L5tcLnqIn6HvQTZUYw?si=vzobGBfMQqmiPtj3ODjXfQMoney Feels Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5A2BhBlH1I1AA3dAHc9LMO?si=2977a332f84c424bLau Noah: https://open.spotify.com/artist/42XHWcm6PBEAgK6JvMqGlH?si=7ad135c2db444c30

In this week's episode, I discuss my opinions on housing, including a recent fascination with tiny homes. I cover what I love about tiny homes in detail, as well as some cons to look out for if it is a path that interests you. For media, I cover a responsive parenting book by Gwenna Laithland, and recent live FIRE coaching sessions recorded by the EverydayFI podcast.Momma Cusses - A Field Guide to Responsive Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/Momma-Cusses-Responsive-Parenting-Therapy/dp/1250882664EverydayFI's Live FIRE Coaching: https://open.spotify.com/episode/78Q9xODuhQxBQskHzRgcRw?si=UWyOUCbiSLKzN8feu1sHigLix Gets Loaded's recent episode about jeans: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7K4bRQ8oeimKoIsvXejTaQ?si=-qKT0oEBSEqe7R0PXEKG2g

In this limited series, I talk with people from the FIRE community about their journeys from paychecks to purpose, not only in their careers, but also outside of work (how do they define & live a good life?). In this episode, I talk to Aubrey Williams, who quit his corporate job 5 months ago and now runs his own business as a advice-only, fee-only, fiduciary at all times, hourly financial advisor. This is part 2 - part 1 is linked below. You can find some of his other appearances on FIRE podcasts below, as well as a link to his website. Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LcmkQcBDyh0LNWaBKS9DG?si=sH44sL-ZQT2Oa-8pHKiVgwAubrey's Website: https://openpath.financial/ChooseFI episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/33tbukr9Gkz0AiZaG74LAH?si=2bjUvVLET0CiSIiJGz_NzQMeasure Twice Planner episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FTkuGDR7cyy5D2koAx1FN?si=eHL4Ngi9Rie0Jkdbax1xnA

In this limited series, I talk with people from the FIRE community about their journeys from paychecks to purpose, not only in their careers, but also outside of work (how do they define & live a good life?). In this episode, I talk to Aubrey Williams, who quit his corporate job 5 months ago and now runs his own business as a advice-only, fee-only, fiduciary at all times, hourly financial advisor. You can find some of his other appearances on FIRE podcasts below, as well as a link to his website. Look out for Part 2 next week!Aubrey's Website: https://openpath.financial/ChooseFI episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/33tbukr9Gkz0AiZaG74LAH?si=2bjUvVLET0CiSIiJGz_NzQMeasure Twice Planner episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FTkuGDR7cyy5D2koAx1FN?si=eHL4Ngi9Rie0Jkdbax1xnA

In this episode, I talk about what I got out of CampFI (a weekend event for people interested in FIRE). For this week's media, I discuss The Reframe's latest episode about establishing good work-life boundaries in a high stress corporate job, and Technology Connections, which is a YouTube channel where the hosts deep dives on different technologies - from EVs to dishwashers and tells you what is awesome (or not) about them, with practical tips to make them better.The Reframe episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zDSDPQMIpkTlTt5pewXTN?si=29c93b4f69b24689Technology Connections: https://youtu.be/jHP942Livy0?si=jfhlGNec5a_iMZfn

In this week's episode, I discuss my history of travel, which I deeply value, from childhood to now. I also discuss lessons learned from my adult trips to Europe, and I discuss booking flights for a trip to Japan and Korea next year! I also highlight new FIRE podcast 9 to FI, a recent episode of Not For Everyone where Caroline Winkler tried a dumb phone to great success, and Somebody Feed Phil, one of my favorite travel shows.My Travel Hacking 101 episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3q7emKcY3HndMqoJNyxhO0?si=Ew1yyhs2Q96zLIbEfSNC9A9 to FI: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wMMMHGh81gw3AJBsCS1F0?si=06052dc20a974e2dCaroline Winkler's dumb phone experience: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QPVZzX1qka0f8F3FHwWIJ?si=d03865db7ec74c50Somebody Feed Phil: https://youtu.be/Zv29Sjt7LnA

In this episode I discuss my hobbies and what I have added and subtracted to get to a sweet spot where I am getting purpose, satisfaction, and community from my hobbies. For media, I highlight Yun Chan Lim's amazing piano performance (linked below) and the Inside Out Money podcast's episode on the good life.Yun Chan Lim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvKQKnIVy1I&list=RDGvKQKnIVy1I&start_radio=1Some great commentary on the Yun Chan Lim performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhUFLepewgAInside Out Money episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1f847srdolkWSkqAWOJB8R?si=04c7619931f64007

This week's episode I discuss my husband and I's monthly spend for August and review two things: The Adventure Zone podcast and an episode of the What We Spend podcast that covers a new college grad's struggles in finding a job after earning a computer science degree.The Adventure Zone: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OoAQesdLgYBOyfx8ji0bZ?si=tpHionuxRbq-eCWhbXRBSA&nd=1&dlsi=c2df28c0e0e74391What We Spend episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Q4kzuTxbgDeSqjiHu7LTm?si=VH-t3gX5QyyoyzWPtrCfwg

In this episode, my husband and I discuss our meal prepping journey and the strategies that have worked best for us. I also review Rich Girl Nation by Katie Gatti Tassin and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (an D&D inspired anime that values simple/slow living).Frieren: Beyond Journey's End: https://www.netflix.com/title/81726714Rich Girl Nation: https://moneywithkatie.com/rich-girl-nation

In this episode I discuss home decorating ideas that have worked for me, as well as the concept of simple/slow living and how I bring that into my life. I also highlight multiple content creators in the home decorating and simple/slow living spaces.Caroline Winkler: https://www.youtube.com/@Caroline_WinklerTori Phantom: https://www.instagram.com/tori.phantom/Maigomika: https://www.youtube.com/@maigomikaThe Cottage Fairy: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCottageFairyGala Studio: https://www.youtube.com/@galastudio9Shebizleee: https://www.youtube.com/@ShelbizleeeLiz Gets Loaded's episode on curating a smaller home: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bxfPr1qeOFtaUtxfLCCNg?si=c_n3R5C2QzeR9nhXtKykhA

In this episode I discuss sleep tips and exercise tips that have helped improve my life. I also introduce a segment where I review media - this week I reviewed a recent podcast episode from The Reframe on the value of time, and the popular K Pop Demon Hunters.Links:The Reframe: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GUPd9H3OT3Bu38X0gbl0K?si=tsW6YS3TRLmVDlqHsFLXDQLiz Gets Loaded: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t6FJB5zk7Du2fpH5Cy4oV?si=11754666f0b948cdIntstagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/

This episode covers how much money you need to save for retirement. This is a part of a limited series of educational deep dives I made on personal finance topics. It's a rare chance to hear me in scripted format.Disclaimer: I am not a personal finance expert. This content is for entertainment purposes only. It is not professional finance advice.Links:IRS Quick Calculator for Social Security: https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/quickcalc/IRS Complex Calculators for Social Security: https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/calculators/Compounding Interest Calculator: https://www.investor.gov/financial-tools-calculators/calculators/compound-interest-calculatorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/

This episode covers how to save money on travel - from Google Flights to credit card points. This is a part of a limited series of educational deep dives I made on personal finance topics. It's a rare chance to hear me in scripted format.Disclaimer: I am not a personal finance expert. This content is for entertainment purposes only. It is not professional finance advice.Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/

This episode is an overview of how to earn/spend/save money strategically in order to build your best life. This is a part of a limited series of educational deep dives I made on personal finance topics. It's a rare chance to hear me in scripted format.Disclaimer: I am not a personal finance expert. This content is for entertainment purposes only. It is not professional finance advice.Links:FREOPP Study on the ROI of Graduate Degrees: https://freopp.org/roi-landing/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/

This episode covers how to save for retirement and why to do so early. This is a part of a limited series of educational deep dives I made on personal finance topics. It's a rare chance to hear me in scripted format.Disclaimer: I am not a personal finance expert. This content is for entertainment purposes only. It is not professional finance advice.Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/

In this episode, I discuss my backstory and cover my first topic - which is explaining FIRE to a newbie in a non-intimidating way.Disclaimer: I am not a financial expert. This content is for entertainment purposes only. It is not professional financial advice.Links:CoastFIRE Calculator: https://walletburst.com/tools/coast-fire-calc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frompaycheckstopurpose/