SPECIAL EPISODE: To commemorate the launch of the fully updated “The Wealthy Barber,” we’re doing a very special episode this week where Dave is the guest on his own podcast!
We brought back fan favourite and financial-educator extraordinaire, Preet Banerjee, to host the conversation and turn the tables on Dave. Together, they dive into the stories behind “The Wealthy Barber” — from why Dave first wrote the book and how it was tested, to his early days shipping copies with his mom and the moment he realized his life was about to change forever.
They also touch on his time on “Dragons’ Den,” the pressure (and fun) of updating the book for a new generation, the behind-the-scenes team that helped make it happen, and even a few lighter topics — like Dave’s love of A&W, black nibs and eating every meal out.
It’s a funny, nostalgic and inspiring look at one of Canada’s most beloved financial voices and the incredible journey behind one of the bestselling books in Canadian history.
Show Notes
(00:00) Intro & Disclaimer
(00:55) A Special Episode
(03:23) Why Dave Wrote the Original “The Wealthy Barber”
(06:11) How Important Testing is For Dave’s Books
(10:32) Dave’s Goal Was to Sell 10,000 Copies
(12:31) Dave’s Life in 1989
(14:15) Dave and His Mom Fulfilled Orders at First
(17:49) When Dave Realized His Life Was Going to Change Forever
(20:52) Becoming a Reluctant Publishing Consultant
(24:16) Dragons’ Den
(30:16) The Pressure of Updating “The Wealthy Barber”
(33:19) Preet’s Review of the New Book
(35:57) The Team Behind The Wealthy Barber Podcast and Socials
(39:30) Who is The Wealthy Barber’s Barber?
(40:25) Benefitting From Having Kids in the Book’s Target Market
(41:38) Dave Eats Every Meal Out
(45:36) Dave’s Love of A&W and Black Nibs
(47:11) A Day in the Life of The Wealthy Barber
(48:27) Who is the Updated “The Wealthy Barber” For?
(51:55) Conclusion
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