EP6 Raising Millionaires Podcast: Warren Buffet's The Eighth Wonder of the World Unlocking Compound Interest for Generational Wealth

In this episode of Raising Millionaires, Roger Bryan and Richard Lorenzen break down one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces in personal finance—compound interest. Referred to by Warren Buffett as the “eighth wonder of the world,” compound interest isn’t just a concept, it’s a strategy for building real, generational wealth when used correctly and started early. The conversation moves from the basics of how compounding works to deeper applications, including the 4% rule for retirement, the rule of 7, and how different financial instruments like whole life insurance and IRAs can leverage compounding to secure a child’s future.

Roger and Richard share their own strategies—ranging from equity portfolios to cash-flowing real estate—and unpack how to model different paths toward long-term wealth. They also dive into the critical role of financial literacy, especially for Gen Z, and warn against the rise of misinformation from online influencers who promote fast-money mindsets over disciplined investing. With a mix of humor, practical advice, and hard numbers, this episode is both a crash course in compound interest and a wake-up call for anyone not yet putting it to work.