ChroniFI Podcast

The ChroniFI Podcast discusses Financial Independence, time, money, psychology, philosophy, happiness, and personal finance. Bite-sized episodes you can handle on your commute (if you still have one!).

The Power of Presence

Life Optimization - On how adding a bit of structure to something important in your life can dramatically improve the rest of your life. Get ChroniFI: ⁠www.chronifi.com⁠

12-13
08:51

Gratitude

Entrepreneurship - What a recent business decision taught me about myself and all that I have to be grateful for. Take Our Survey for a Chance at Amazon Gift Card: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBpi6eiONAT-RZIeBcCbd47jYcmhnA2NQujf6elmQtyRPaMw/viewform Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

10-14
09:04

Wealth 3.0

Personal Finance/Life Optimization - A new take on wealth that changes everything. Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

10-06
10:36

Rich Enough

Life Optimization - A bit of money wisdom that applies even better to time. On bringing your best self to every moment. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

09-19
08:27

Does Delaying Retirement Really Matter?

Personal Finance - How to think about whether a habit is really "worth it" Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

08-28
08:04

Stop Watching Inflation

Personal Finance - Why tracking inflation doesn't actually matter for you and what you should do instead. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

06-03
09:14

Scarcity

Personal Finance - How to level up your financial life without getting devoured by a Scarcity Mindset. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

04-29
12:33

Superpower

Financial Independence - On the benefits of progress toward financial progress that accrue even before you've reached your destination. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

04-10
16:53

Ownership

Psychology/Philosophy: How an ownership mentality can help you take control of your results, your energy, and your time. Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

03-18
15:31

From the Great Outdoors to Financial Freedom - Interview with Rebecca Brooks & Dylan Pollock

In this episode, I sit down with a dynamic couple, Rebecca and Dylan, who started their own financial coaching practice. We embark with a brief overview of how they started their business and some do's and dont's when taking off. They share their values-based approach, and why it's so important to align our finances with what truly matters to us.  With a background in outdoor industry, they also explain how their unique perspective shapes their coaching approach. We discuss the importance of keeping financial information simple and easy to understand, and how this empowers their clients to take control of their financial future. Tune in to discover their inspiring journey and practical tips for taking your financial life to the next level. You can find Rebecca and Dylan here: www.radcoaches.com Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

02-25
45:12

The Balancing Act: Money and Mental Health - Interview with LaQueshia Clemons

In today's episode, I interview LaQueshia Clemons. LaQueshia is a licensed clinical social worker, and currently runs her own financial therapy practice. She approaches financial therapy from a unique perspective, focusing on the balance between money and mental health. We discuss how beliefs and emotions around money can impact our financial behaviors and offer practical advice on how to overcome negative thought patterns and develop healthy financial habits. This episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice that can help you take control of your finances and lead a more fulfilling life.  You can find LaQueshia here: https://www.freedomlifetherapy.com/about Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

02-20
32:25

How to Care for Others - Interview with Wendy Wright

In today's episode, I interview Wendy Wright. Wendy has a long history of helping people across multiple careers. She has experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an Eating Disorder Recovery specialist, and now runs her own practice as a Financial Therapist. She has a specialty in helping people who have "sudden wealth," (fascinating topic!) and her rich history of helping others across several domains puts her in a unique spot to see the through-line of what it really means to meet someone where they are and truly support those with whom she works. You can find out more about what she's up to here: https://financialtherapysolutions.com/ Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

02-11
45:54

From Full-Blown Banker to Published Author and Everything In-Between - Interview with Lindsay MacMillan

Lindsay MacMillan started her career as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. She intentionally nurtured her passion for writing the entire time, and eventually left Goldman to pursue writing full-time. Her first published novel, "The Heart of the Deal," explores modern romance and coming-of-age against the backdrop of a career in finance.  We chat on career change, relationships, pursuit of one's passion, and other topics. Lindsay is an incredibly compelling guest (and person!) whose inspiring story can help us all think better about what it takes to live our best lives. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

02-04
51:08

Road Rage and Hugs

What It's All About - The whole point of managing your finances or your life well in the first place. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

01-28
09:02

Creative Destruction and Zero-Based Budgeting

Life Optimization - How deleting my calendar taught me a lot about the way I ought to manage my time. A discussion of ownership, intentionality, and thoughtful decision-making in the realms of time and money. Get ChroniFI: www.chronifi.com

01-11
11:01

The Multidisciplinary Nature of Fulfilling Work: Interview with Seavron Banus

Work/Life Balance - Seavron Banus works in private equity at Berkshire Partners, is the founder of Stepwise (a financial education platform), and also works as a personal finance/leadership coach. We discuss finding work/life balance amidst competing priorities, bringing multiple skills to bear on one problem, and building a meaningful business that actually helps people. You can check out Stepwise here: https://stepwisewealth.com/ Get ChroniFI: https://www.chronifi.com

01-03
40:37

Helping Others Without Burning Out: Interview with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin

Purpose-Driven Work - This week's episode is one of my personal favorites. Lindsay Bryan-Podvin is the founder of Mind Money Balance, the author of "The Financial Anxiety Solution," and the first Financial Therapist in the state of Michigan. We discuss Lindsay's unique (and flexible!) approach to scheduling the weeks of her life, how she got into financial therapy, the importance of keeping your own engine running in order to properly serve others, and other topics. Lindsay is super engaging and insightful - excited to hear what you think of this conversation. If you want to check out your own Money Archetype, check out this quiz Lindsay put together: www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz. You can also find her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube (@MindMoneyBalance). Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

12-21
32:08

Problems I Wished For

Psychology - How to think about the problems of which your life consists, and how getting your finances in order can help you do so. Get ChroniFI: https://www.chronifi.com

12-10
11:52

The Investment Universe: Interview with David Stein

Investing - David Stein is the author of "Money for the Rest of Us," as well as the host of the "Money for the Rest of Us" Podcast, both of which can be found at https://moneyfortherestofus.com/. He is an investment manager turned financial educator who is passionate about helping people make informed decisions based on facts rather than someone else's opinions. *Not financial advice, educational purposes only Get ChroniFI: https://www.chronifi.com

11-12
24:38

Should You Quiet Quit?

Career - In today’s episode, I dive into the latest fad in the employment world. Quiet Quitting has a lot to offer, but we’ll explore its weak points and how you can do even better. Get ChroniFI - www.chronifi.com

11-06
11:42

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