The Boldin Your Money Podcast

The Boldin Your Money Podcast

Welcome to the Boldin Podcast — your trusted source for retirement planning, financial wellness, and purposeful living. Formerly known as NewRetirement, Boldin is on a mission to empower you to take control of your financial future. Whether you're nearing retirement, already retired, or just starting to plan, we cover what matters most: money, lifestyle, health, meaning, and how to retire smarter. Each episode features expert interviews and actionable insights on topics like retirement income strategies, Social Security planning, saving for retirement after 50, and creating a fulfilling life after work. Ready to start your journey? Explore the best free retirement planning tool and a library of financial resources at Boldin.com — and take the first step toward financial independence and a well-lived life.

Episodes

Money, Marriage, & Raising Financially Fit Kids

July 10, 2025 • 58 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen talks with Andy Hill, creator of Marriage, Kids and Money, about Andy’s journey from having a negative net worth to achieving financial independence through intentional saving, living on one income, and aligning money decisions with family goals. Andy shares how reaching “Coast FI” allowed his family to work less and enjoy life more, the importance of early financial conversations wi...
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How Not To Invest - Avoiding Big Money Mistakes with Barry Ritholtz

May 29, 2025 • 72 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen talks with Barry Ritholtz about his journey from law to leading a $6B wealth management firm. They discuss Barry’s book How Not to Invest, focusing on avoiding common mistakes, tuning out media noise, and the value of humility and process in investing. The conversation covers tech's role in finance, behavioral biases, and how to build smarter, tax-efficient portfolios in a rapidly ev...
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Flipping the Script

May 22, 2025 • 53 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen sits down with Geoff Schmidt, the creator behind the wildly popular YouTube channel Holy Schmidt. Geoff shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street to YouTube, sparked by a mission to help his father and ultimately millions better understand retirement planning. With over 350 videos and 335K+ subscribers, Geoff offers powerful insights on financial literacy, Social Security, blind ...
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Millionaire Milestones: Building Wealth on Your Terms with Sam Dogen

May 8, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen welcomes back Sam Dogen, the Financial Samurai, to discuss his journey from Wall Street to financial independence, and his latest book, Millionaire Milestones. Sam shares hard-earned insights from his early career in finance, the emotional and financial toll of market downturns, and how he transformed a cathartic blog into a thriving income source and community. The conversation...
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Five Years Later: White Coat Wisdom with Dr. Jim Dahle

May 1, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode, host Steve Chen reconnects with Dr. Jim Dahle, founder of The White Coat Investor, to reflect on life, money, and purpose five years after their first conversation. Jim shares the impact of a serious 2024 climbing accident, how it shaped his perspective on aging, balance, and living with intention. They dive into investing philosophy, simplifying wealth, estate planning for kids, and the challenges of being a conte...
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Making Sense of Social Security

April 17, 2025 • 64 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen sits down with financial advisor and YouTube creator Devin Carroll, the mind behind Social Security Intelligence and the book Social Security Basics. Devin shares his journey from tire salesman to financial planner, and how a curiosity about Social Security turned into a mission—and a media platform reaching millions. The conversation covers the evolution of financial advice, So...
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Women’s Month Special - Money, Mindfulness & Mastery

April 17, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen welcomes Leisa Peterson, a financial coach, author of The Mindful Millionaire, and advocate for financial mindfulness. Leisa shares her personal journey from growing up in a financially unstable household to becoming a successful financial expert, entrepreneur, and coach. She discusses the impact of scarcity mindset, the importance of financial confidence, and how personal exper...
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Tariffs, Markets & The Macro Story

April 9, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen and guest Mike Himmelfarb unpack the newly announced "Liberation Day" tariffs and their sweeping impact on global markets, economic strategy, and personal finance. Recorded just days after a sharp market correction, the discussion blends macroeconomic insight with practical, real-world investing perspectives. Mike shares his background in finance and tech, and how his conservati...
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Boldin Your Wealth: Catching Up to FI

March 13, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen sits down with Jackie Cummings Koski, co-host of Catching Up to FI, to talk about her inspiring journey to financial independence after overcoming poverty, divorce, and single motherhood. Jackie shares practical advice for late starters, those in their 40s, 50s, and beyond who feel behind on saving for retirement. They cover the importance of mindset, overcoming the fear of investing...
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Invest with Impact: Toussaint Bailey

February 27, 2025 • 48 mins

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Retirement Ready: Confidence, Planning, and Purpose with Mike Richardson

January 30, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Richardson, former SVP and CTO of Nationwide, who retired at 55 to embrace a fulfilling second act. Mike shares his inspiring journey of building a financial plan, navigating early retirement, and redefining purpose. Learn how he transitioned from leading large tech teams to mentoring others as a financial coach, volunteering, and pursuing personal passions. Whether you're planning your retire...
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Mark Goines: Pioneering Fintech and the Future of Money

December 19, 2024 • 61 mins
In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen connects with FinTech pioneer Mark Goines, the force behind TurboTax, Quicken, and Personal Capital. Mark reveals the keys to scaling innovations, mastering distribution, and how AI is transforming the future of financial services. Packed with insights on building impactful products, driving growth, and embracing change, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating money, tech...
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Living with Intention: Insights from Christine Benz on Retirement Success

December 5, 2024 • 47 mins
Steve Chen welcomes Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance at Morningstar, to discuss her book How to Retire: 20 Lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement. Christine shares practical strategies for retirement planning, including tax-efficient decumulation, dynamic spending, and the bucket approach for managing cash flow and investments. They also explore the importance of relationships, purpose, and staying soci...
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Intentional Retirement Living with Fritz Gilbert

September 19, 2024 • 42 mins
In this episode of the Boldin (formerly NewRetirement) podcast, Steve Chen interviews Fritz Gilbert, a former corporate executive and author of Keys to a Successful Retirement, who has been retired for six years. Fritz discusses his journey to retirement, emphasizing the importance of physical fitness, financial planning, and finding purpose post-retirement. He shares insights on maintaining a healthy lifestyle through activities l...
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Financing the Future: Empowering the Next Generation with Tim Ranzetta

August 8, 2024 • 45 mins

Next Gen Personal Finance

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Exploring the Changing World of Alternative Investments with Ryan VanGorder

July 19, 2024 • 46 mins
In this podcast episode, Steve Chen interviews Ryan Van Gorder from Opto Investments, discussing the rise and role of alternative investments. Ryan shares his journey from an accounting background to working in finance and technology, including his time at BlackRock. He explains how Opto Investments helps advisors confidently invest in private markets by providing advisor-aligned, efficient, and top-tier investment opportunities. T...
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The role of insurance in financial planning - a conversation with New York Life

July 11, 2024 • 44 mins
In this podcast episode from NewRetirement, Todd Taylor, the newly appointed head of Life Insurance Solutions at New York Life, shares his career journey from actuary to executive. He discusses his early interest in math and economics, leading to his role at New York Life, where he works on life insurance, annuities, and financial planning. Todd explains the role of actuaries in quantifying risks, particularly in life expectancy, a...
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Is There Really a Retirement Crisis? Examining Social Security

June 20, 2024 • 62 mins
In this podcast episode, Andrew Biggs, an expert in retirement economics, discusses the perceived retirement crisis in America, challenging the notion by presenting data on Social Security and private retirement savings. He argues that Americans are generally better prepared for retirement than commonly believed, emphasizing the substantial wealth embodied in Social Security benefits and the improvement in retirement plan structure...
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Wealth & Wisdom with Robert Brokamp

May 10, 2024 • 42 mins
In this episode of the NewRetirement Podcast, Steve Chen interviews Robert Brokamp, a certified financial planner and key figure at the Motley Fool. They discuss Robert's journey in the financial sector, the valuable lessons he's learned about financial planning, and the story behind the Motley Fool. They also touch on topics such as the 4% rule, retirement planning, and the importance of purpose in retirement. Robert emphasizes th...
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Unlocking the Future: Dr. Jordan Hutchison’s Vision

April 19, 2024 • 57 mins

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