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Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam
Optimal Finance Daily, hosted by Diania Merriam, the innovative mind behind the personal finance conference EconoMe, takes you on an enlightening journey through the world of personal finance. Each episode brings to life the most compelling and practical advice from leading financial bloggers and experts. Diania’s engaging narration and insightful commentary transform complex financial concepts into relatable, actionable insights. Whether it’s budgeting, investing, debt management, or money mindfulness, she covers it all, making financial wisdom accessible to everyone.Gain not just knowledge, but also the motivation to apply it in your daily life. It's not just a source of personal finance tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial independence and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise. By focusing on early retirement, financial independence, and saving money, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your financial goals.This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal finance, early retirement, financial independence, and saving money. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your finances, saving money, and working towards early retirement. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster financial independence and secure your financial future.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Mar 23, 2022 • 11min
1839: Lessons From the Great Crypto Crash of May 2021 by the Escape Artist on How to be Cautious When Investing
Barney of The Escape Artist shares lessons from the great crypto crash of 2021Episode 1839: Lessons From the Great Crypto Crash of May 2021 by the Escape Artist on How to be Cautious When InvestingBarney Whiter writes about money and financial freedom at The Escape Artist. He has a degree in economics, is a qualified chartered accountant and had a 20 year career in corporate finance in London.Most recently, he is providing financial coaching to entrepreneurs, employees, and other people saving and investing towards financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://theescapeartist.me/2021/05/21/lessons-from-the-great-crypto-crash-of-may-2021/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 22, 2022 • 11min
1838: Stop Letting Pride Keep You Broke by Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully on Healthy Financial Goals and Spending
Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully wants you to stop letting pride keep you brokeEpisode 1838: Stop Letting Pride Keep You Broke by Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully on Healthy Financial Goals and SpendingAndrea Joy is the creator of Saving Joyfully, a personal finance and frugality blog emphasizing joyful living. On her website, savingjoyfully.com, she offers inspiration and resources for your journey to financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://savingjoyfully.com/blog/stop-letting-pride-keep-you-broke Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 2022 • 15min
1837: Do You Have Spousal Buy In AND Who Holds the Key to Your Golden Handcuffs by Doc G of Earn and Invest
Doc G of Earn and Invest shares two short posts about spousal buy in and golden handcuffsEpisode 1837: Do You Have Spousal Buy In AND Who Holds the Key to Your Golden Handcuffs by Doc G of Earn and InvestDoc G was an internal medicine physician when he discovered the personal finance community through a book called The White Coat Investor. Since then he has left clinical practice to pursue his passion for deep conversations about money and life. The original post is located here: https://www.earnandinvest.com/blog/9iir510msvrt4pup2rm89gq1be3298 & https://www.earnandinvest.com/blog/x0u2rydfvclvnruwdqv6aqouvzhu1i Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2022 • 13min
1836: [Part 2] My Top 13 Rules for Profitable Trading in Any Market by Bob Byrne With James Altucher
Bob Byrne with James Altucher shares his top 13 rules for profitable trading in any market. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1836: [Part 2] My Top 13 Rules for Profitable Trading in Any Market by Bob Byrne With James AltucherJames Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.The original post is located here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/bob-byrne-13-rules/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 19, 2022 • 12min
1835: [Part 1] My Top 13 Rules for Profitable Trading in Any Market by Bob Byrne With James Altucher
Bob Byrne with James Altucher shares his top 13 rules for profitable trading in any marketEpisode 1835: [Part 1] My Top 13 Rules for Profitable Trading in Any Market by Bob Byrne With James AltucherJames Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.The original post is located here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/bob-byrne-13-rules/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18, 2022 • 12min
1834: How To Adopt Financial Habits That Stick by Mark Dennis with Financial Finesse on Personal Finance Discipline
Mark Dennis with Financial Finesse shares how to adopt financial habits that stick.Episode 1834: How To Adopt Financial Habits That Stick by Mark Dennis with Financial Finesse on Personal Finance DisciplineAfter years in the financial services industry, Liz Davidson became disgusted with how many people were being sold financial products and services that were not in their best interest. She decided there had to be a better way to provide people from all walks of life with truly unbiased financial guidance--designed to line their pockets, not their financial advisor’s.This is the story of Financial Finesse and how they give employees and employers unbiased financial wellness as an employee benefit. They help your employees maximize their compensation and benefits by making better financial decisions. You become a partner in their financial security and reap the benefits of a financially healthy workforce.They’ve helped hundreds of thousands of employees change their lives.The original post is located here: https://www.financialfinesse.com/2018/03/16/how-to-adopt-financial-habits-that-stick/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17, 2022 • 11min
1833: How Frequent Traders Can Stay Organized For Taxes by Robert Farrington of The College Investor
Robert Farrington of The College Investor talks about how frequent traders can stay organized for taxesEpisode 1833: How Frequent Traders Can Stay Organized For Taxes by Robert Farrington of The College InvestorRobert Farrington is a personal finance expert that focuses on helping millennials get out of student loan debt and start investing for their future. He also helps parents make smart choices about college financing options and navigating the complex world of paying for school. He started The College Investor in 2009 as a forum to discuss the myriad of financial issues facing young adults.The original post is located here: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/18941/frequent-traders-can-stay-organized-tax-time/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 2022 • 11min
1832: Make Saving as Much Fun as Spending by Julie Grandstaff with Women Who Money on Setting Financial Goals
Julie Grandstaff of Women Who Money helps you make saving as much fun as spendingEpisode 1832: Make Saving as Much Fun as Spending by Julie Grandstaff with Women Who Money on Setting Financial GoalsThe co-founders of Women Who Money are Amy Blacklock from Life Zemplified and Vicki Cook, from Make Smarter Decisions. Vicki and Amy connected initially online and eventually met in person at a financial conference in the fall of 2017.They’ve both reached financial independence and left full-time work to devote more time to family, pursue passion projects, and embrace fun and challenging opportunities.They enjoy collaborating on original content and sharing great articles written by and for women.The original post is located here: https://womenwhomoney.com/make-saving-as-much-fun-as-spending/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15, 2022 • 10min
1831: The Easiest Way to Build Wealth as a Couple by Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money on Savings Rate
Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money shares the easiest way to build wealth as a coupleEpisode 1831: The Easiest Way to Build Wealth as a Couple by Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money on Savings RateAndy Hill is a husband and father to two awesome (and crazy) kids and they hail from the great state of Michigan. His goal is to give his family the best life possible and strengthen their family tree for generations to come.In 2016, he got so geeked about this topic of young family finance that he decided to start a blog and podcast about it. It began as a hobby and then morphed into a fun side hustle when people started to enjoy the information he was sharing. Fast forward to today, he’s left his corporate event marketing career behind and is now a full-time blogger and podcaster who has been featured in major media outlets like CNBC, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and NBC NewsThe original post is located here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/the-easiest-way-to-build-wealth-as-a-couple Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 2022 • 10min
1830: What to Do with That Extra Third Paycheck by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Being Proactive With your Money
Kumiko of The Budget Mom tells you what to do with your extra paychecks Episode 1830: What to Do with That Extra Third Paycheck by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Being Proactive With your MoneyKumiko went from having a pile of credit card debt to becoming a successful budgeter and Accredited Financial Counselor. The Budget Mom exists to empower women to build a life they love on a budget they understand and can afford.The original post is located here: https://www.thebudgetmom.com/what-to-do-with-that-third-paycheck/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


