It’s time to talk about fitness with this episode’s guest, Coach Josh Wood. Coach Josh is a fitness expert based in Tasmania offering a new perspective on health and physical fitness. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in health science and a plethora of experiences in various fields from powerlifting to hiking, Coach Josh is the founder and head coach of Strong For Life Online Coaching. His holistic and nature-based approach to fitness, combined with highly individualized and efficient programs, ha...
Nov 14, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Talking about our money stories is already hard in and of itself. Talking about them with family? That’s a whole other level of difficulty. But although it’s hard, it’s necessary. Why? Because our money stories are generational. And in most cases, the stories and beliefs passed down by our family of origin isn’t doing us much good. So what can we do to break the cycle? Show Highlights [02:51] The difficulty and importance of discussing money stories with family [09:15] The importance of tackling...
Nov 07, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 103
For this episode’s guest, a simple conversation about McDonald’s spurred one crucial change within himself: becoming a man uncivilized. Traver Boehm is the author of two books, Today I Rise and Man UNcivilized. He is also a two-time TED-X speaker, men’s coach, and founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. In this episode, Traver and I talk about how to say goodbye to the “Nice Guy” and start the journey into an actualized version of masculinity. This discussion is all about delving into the suf...
Oct 31, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Money is not about discipline. It is about emotions. It is about our past, present, and future. Our money stories aren’t just about us. It is about our families, our partners, the people in our everyday lives. And so, to get to the root of our money stories, we first need to get to the root of our emotions. And, as many of us know, that is easier said than done. But there isn’t a better time to begin than right now. Join us now to learn about the idea behind financial therapy, and why psychology...
Oct 24, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Sometimes, misery and shame is comfortable. It’s always been in your life. It’s predictable. It’s safe. But until when can you keep this in your reality and in your relationships? Until when can you keep holding yourself back? Until when do you plan to continue on the path of conscious misalignment? Let’s give a warm welcome to our guest Jordan Gray as he lends us his expertise to answer all our questions about relationships and how we deal with shame, reality, and all the other obstacles that k...
Oct 17, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Our entire society is run by financial institutions. Financial institutions and transactions – well, that involves money. The problem is that money and trust hardly ever mix. So what has been done to establish such trust? How do we continue to trust despite these institutions failing us in the past? And most importantly, what can this do for our personal financial growth? Find out in this episode as we discuss the crucial role of trust in finance. Show Highlights [02:22] Trust in transactions Wa...
Oct 10, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Money is emotional. That’s why putting logic at the forefront never works out. Personal finance is personal. And so, in order to reimagine our money stories and build better financial habits, we have to start treating them that way. Facing the conflict between the “right” logical approach versus emotional financial spending isn’t easy. Money conversations never are. But the process and the challenge is 100% worth it. Why don’t we start now? Show Highlights [03:33] Emotions at the driver’s seat [...
Oct 03, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Communication is one of the most regular things we do to build our relationships, so why is it that a lot of us have no idea how we’re actually supposed to do it? Mark Sylvester is a celebrated innovator whose journey epitomizes innovation. Notable for his award-winning efforts in the tech and entertainment industry, he is also a seasoned podcaster in his own right. Mark is the force behind the transformative audio education format PodClass, and is the executive producer for StorytellingSchool.c...
Sep 26, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 97
We all carry money stories that already began way back when we were children. In many cases, these stories that come to shape our approach toward finance lead us to form self-sabotaging actions and unhealthy relationships with money. So how do we change the narrative and rewrite these money stories into something that actually works for us? Show Highlights [01:37] Stories and social programming Five stories we carry around our money and how they shape our actions [04:14] The story of scarcity an...
Sep 19, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Humans are social beings. We’re built to be part of a tribe. We’re built to form relationships, walk distances, and value ourselves beyond our jobs, our vehicles, and our money. So why does it seem like more often than not, we lose track of the very things that actually make us human? Join us in our latest episode as we look beyond just our economic value, learn to build healthier relationships, and dictate our own money stories — only here at Intuitive Finance. Show Highlights [02:16] Humans as...
Sep 12, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 95
When we say “relationship,” the first thing that comes into mind is a partner, and then afterwards, family, friends, kids, maybe even co-workers. But a relationship is also that waiter in that restaurant you ate, or the clerk at the store. It’s with the land that you walk on, the trees that surround you. It’s with food, television, and yes, money. Relationship is, in a word, everywhere. So why is it that most people struggle, and what can be done to start building better ones? Our very first gue...
Sep 05, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 94
When did we start letting numbers define us as human beings? The amount of money you have in the bank, your credit score, your net worth – these all indicate something important in our modern, currency-driven world. But the one thing it shouldn’t define is who we are. In this latest episode of Intuitive Finance, join us as we dive into bringing relationships back at the heart of personal finance and redefining what it really means to be successful in our money stories. Show Highlights [02:59] Th...
Aug 29, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 93
How often have we seen ourselves and other people around us be defined by their wealth? Is money and the accompanying pressure why some people struggle with work-life balance? How is earning money for the family resulting into less time for them? Is it really just one or the other? And why does being rich somehow negate being a good person? Hold on. What is money in the first place? Why does it matter so damn much? And how do we start to navigate our complex relationship with it? Listen in as we...
Aug 22, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 92
From surviving and thriving under a savage mindset not so long ago, let’s now take a peek at how we can grow from there. Welcome to our first-ever episode as Intuitive Finance. What’s next after surviving a hard-fought battle? We can go back to what we have gotten used to and jump right back into the fight. Or we can do the hard thing: sit down, get out of our comfort zones, and reimagine our money stories. So where do we start? Show Highlights [02:59] Saying goodbye to the savage mindset [06:31...
Aug 16, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Budgeting is key to achieving financial independence, and at first glance, it seems like a simple solution to a complex issue. By understanding your monthly inflows and outflows, you can easily identify where you’re spending too much and cut down on your expenses or you may decide to pursue a side hustle for extra income. But as you go through the process of taking control of your financial life, many things will come up. This is an unavoidable part of the process, and it is the number one reaso...
Aug 11, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In our last week as Fiscally Savage, let’s look back at our roots, at where it all started. It wasn’t pretty, it wasn’t easy. But what a journey it’s been indeed – defined by life-altering choices, pivotal moments of realization, love and support from family and friends, and an unwavering willingness to grow. Join us as we reminisce how the savage mindset came to be, and the discovery of what life offers beyond just survival. Show Highlights [01:16] The end of a teaching career [07:27] The begin...
Aug 08, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 89
There is an emotional element in our attitudes and decision-making around money. And when that element takes over, financial challenges like overspending can occur. In this episode, Dylan walks us through the emotional wounds that lead to overspending, the ways we fall victim to them, and how we can take back control over our personal finances. Show Highlights [03:05] The four things that are at the root of most people’s overspending [04:29] How the childlike excitement over having money dovetai...
Aug 04, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Let’s be real, being audited and paying taxes is nobody’s favorite pastime. So what happens in that off-chance that you win the unfortunately IRS lottery of random selection? In this last installment to our Tax Education series, listen in as we discuss why auditors get a bad rap, who actually gets special attention in audit selections, and what to do when you open your mail one day and you see the official IRS letterhead. Spoiler: Ignoring it is not an option. Show Highlights [02:12] Why people ...
Aug 01, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 87
The US Federal Bank recently rolled out a new system called FedNow, and as expected, the media has gone into a frenzy. Is this the start to a surveillance state? Is this just a mask to a central bank digital currency? Are we going to be a cashless society? Let’s take a breather and sit down, look at the history, then at the current state of US financial networks, and specifically, where the new FedNow system fits. Listen in now on our latest episode of Fiscally Savage, as we delve into the basic...
Jul 28, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Tune in now on Fiscally Savage for another enlightening discussion about the complex world of taxes! In this episode, we continue with our “not tax advice” but rather Tax Education series as we dive into tax planning strategies for both W2 employees and self-employed individuals. Learn about the W-4 form, psychology and its relation to money and taxes, often-forgotten aspects of owning a business, why you need a “tax guy”, and lastly, effective ways to optimize your taxes. Join us as we revoluti...
Jul 25, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 85
As humans, we need food, security, intimacy, self-esteem, and purpose. But we need money to fulfill these needs. In this episode, Dylan discusses Maslow’s famous hierarchy of needs, how money impacts that hierarchy, and how understanding that hierarchy can help us build better, long-lasting relationships. Show Highlights [03:46] Why finances are critical to relationships [07:36] What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs? [08:13] Tiers one and two as the service to self tiers [10:27] Tiers three and fo...
Jul 21, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Taxes can be downright bewildering and scary – but that’s exactly what you’re made to feel. In this episode, we continue to embark on an enlightening journey through the world of taxes. This time, we learn about how to avoid them. Yes, avoid. It sounds wrong for most people, but tax avoidance is legal – entirely different from tax evasion. Essentially, you can avoid taxes if you know how to take advantage of the tax code. And for that, there are many steps you can take. For this of course, we al...
Jul 18, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Welcome to another episode of Fiscally Savage as we talk about the Fed’s latest moves to control inflation in the US economy. It can be challenging to figure out what this actually means, and easy to get lost among the weeds. Everybody online has their own spin on the news - which can make for a confusing picture at a time when you need the facts. What is their game plan in all of this? Is there any truth to the official numbers being released - especially for China’s economy? What does this mea...
Jul 14, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Taxes can be downright bewildering and scary – but that’s exactly what you’re made to feel. In this episode, we embark on an enlightening journey through the world of taxes. There’s the complexities of federal income taxes, including standard deduction, capital gains, and payroll taxes. On the other side are the state income taxes, including sales and property taxes. Lastly, there’s the age-old question: How important are taxes to us personally? Or more specifically, do we really need to worry a...
Jul 11, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Join us on another episode of Fiscally Savage as we discuss the recent developments surrounding President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. What’s the Supreme Court’s role in government, and how did it come into play with their decision to strike out the program? What are the various opinions surrounding the plan, and what are Biden’s next steps? Going beyond the headlines, let’s respond to these recent events and make informed choices. Tune in for an empowering and informative discussion t...
Jul 07, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this bonus episode of Fiscally Savage, let us remember what we are celebrating and join me as I read the Declaration of Independence. Happy July fourth! Show Highlights [00:33] A reading of the Declaration of Independence Links and Resources 🟢 Fiscally Savage → FiscallySavage.com 🟢 Fiscally Savage Tools → FiscallySavage.com/tools 🟢 Instagram → Instagram.com/fiscallysavage 🟢 Facebook → Facebook.com/fiscallysavage 🟢 Twitter → Twitter.com/FiscallySavage...
Jul 04, 2023•10 min
In this special July 4th episode of Fiscally Savage, let’s dive deep into our historical roots, as we trace the impact of British colonial rule and the American Revolution on the current United States tax system. From the origin of “no taxation without representation” to the main issues that fueled the revolution, we explore how hundreds of years worth of historical events shaped the tax policies that persist today. Join us as we unravel the intricate connections between the past and present, sh...
Jul 04, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this episode of Fiscally Savage, we delve into supply-side economics — a macroeconomic theory that developed in response to the stagflation of the 1970s. We examine how it provided the foundation for former Pres. Ronald Reagan’s economic policies in the 1980s, the key figures of this school, the major criticisms levelled against it, and more. Show Highlights [03:07] Why supply-side economics is also called Reaganomics [06:33] The effects of Pres. Ronald Reagan’s economic policies in the 1980s...
Jun 30, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Living paycheck to paycheck might not seem so bad at first. After all, you have your basic needs accounted for, even if there isn’t much left over at the end of every month. But that’s a position with very little sovereignty, if at all. There’s no way to look ahead because you can’t afford to save money, and there’s no real security with your money today because you’re overly dependent on your job. The good news is you don’t have to be stuck in that position. In this episode, we’ll go through a ...
Jun 27, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 77
This Friday on Fiscally Savage, we discuss the Chicago school of economics — an influential school of thought led by Nobel Laureate Milton Friedman that has left an indelible mark on economic theory and policy across the globe. How did Friedman and his colleagues differentiate themselves from their contemporaries, like the Austrian economists? And how did their distinctive views on topics such as inflation, monetary policy, and business responsibility shape the world we live in today? Join me in...
Jun 23, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 76
