Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

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...

Episodes

3309: [Part 1] Investing a Large Sum of Money: What to Do by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey

October 7, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3309: Christina Browning highlights the key mistakes to avoid when investing a large sum of money, especially on the path to financial independence. She stresses the importance of financial literacy, avoiding liabilities disguised as assets, and being cautious with individual...

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3308: Interesting Financial Rules to Follow by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on How to Budget Successfully

October 6, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3308: J. Money unpacks a variety of common financial rules of thumb, covering housing, retirement, life insurance, budgeting percentages, and saving for college, and questions how useful they really are in practice. His reflections reveal that while these rules provide handy ...

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3307: 100 Countries or an S.U.V.? by Chris Guillebeau on How to Build True Wealth with Experiences

October 5, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3307: Chris Guillebeau challenges the conventional notion of success by contrasting the purchase of an expensive SUV with the life-changing experience of visiting 100 countries. He reminds readers that real wealth lies in experiences, freedom, and memories, not in depreciatin...

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3306: How We Feel Secure with Owning Less by Amanda Brownlow on How to Become Financially Free

October 5, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3306: Amanda Brownlow shares how shifting from owning more to embracing minimalism brought her family peace of mind, improved finances, and deeper contentment. By letting go of excess possessions and the mindset that more equals security, she discovered freedom, clarity, and ...

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3305: Tax Lien Investing: Can You Make Good Money? by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

October 4, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3305: Tax lien investing offers the promise of diversification, steady returns, and even the chance to acquire property at a fraction of its value. But as Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock explain, the risks and complexities, such as bidding wars, due diligence, and potential repa...

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3304: 2 Things You Absolutely MUST Do If You Want to Get Out of Debt by Jackie Beck on How to Improve My Finances

October 3, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3304: Jackie Beck emphasizes two foundational, yet often overlooked, steps to finally break free from debt: stop borrowing and stay committed through the ups and downs. Her practical advice reframes debt not as a budgeting puzzle but a mindset shift, encouraging listeners to ...

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3303: Reasons to Stay Away From a Roth IRA by Scott Spann with Financial Finesse on Big Money Decisions

October 2, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3303: Scott Spann explores situations where a Roth IRA may not be the best choice, highlighting factors like early withdrawal temptations, uncertain future tax rates, and the potential benefits of focusing on career development instead. His perspective encourages weighing per...

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3302: The Number One Impact on Your Investments is YOU by Kent Thune with Get Rich Slowly

October 1, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3302: Kent Thune reminds us that the greatest factor in long-term investing success is not the market, the economy, or government policy, but ourselves. By focusing on what we can control, like asset allocation, time in the market, and savings rate, while cultivating self-awa...

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3301: [Part 2] The Four Backstops to the Four Percent Rule by Sean Mullaney on Social Security Benefits

September 30, 2025 • 11 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3301: Sean Mullaney explains how early retirees may have hidden safety nets that reduce the risk of running out of money under the 4% rule. From the progressive structure of Social Security benefits to the flexibility of housing choices and even the reality of life expectancy...

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3300: [Part 1] The Four Backstops to the Four Percent Rule by Sean Mullaney on Early Retiree Planning

September 29, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3300: Sean Mullaney highlights why the Four Percent Rule may not be as rigid as many fear, pointing to natural backstops like flexible spending and Social Security that help safeguard retirement plans. He shows how early retirees often adjust their lifestyles and eventually b...

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3299: How to Handle Feeling Overworked and Overwhelmed by Paula Pant on Intentional Living and Happiness

September 28, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3299: Paula Pant explores practical ways to manage the crushing weight of overwork and overwhelm, offering strategies to regain focus, energy, and a sense of control. By shifting perspective, setting boundaries, and rethinking how we use our time, she highlights how to move f...

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3298: The Most Important Decision in Life by Nick Maggiulli of Of Dollars and Data on Marriage and Finances

September 28, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3298: Nick Maggiulli highlights how the dating market, unlike traditional money-based exchanges, is one of the most influential forces shaping our long-term happiness. He argues that choosing the right partner is the most important decision of our lives, far outweighing finan...

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3297: Credit Unions vs. Banks by Daniella of I Like to Dabble on How to Make Great Financial Decisions

September 27, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3297: Daniella breaks down the key differences between banks and credit unions, highlighting how each serves customers differently in terms of fees, interest rates, accessibility, and customer service. By weighing the pros and cons, she helps you decide which type of financia...

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3296: The Four Best Financial Assets by Christine Luken on Money Goals and How to Build Wealth

September 26, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3296: Christine Luken highlights four essential financial assets that anyone can build, regardless of their bank balance: a strong credit score, a high income, a growing net worth, and most importantly, a high financial IQ. By focusing on these areas, you can create lasting s...

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3295: 5 Lessons From Our Buy Nothing New Challenge by Jaime of Keep Thrifty on How to Design Your Lifestyle

September 25, 2025 • 8 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3295: Jaime reflects on a year-long experiment of buying nothing new and the unexpected lessons it revealed about habits, discipline, and intentional spending. While the challenge wasn’t perfect, it led to a 40% reduction in new purchases and highlighted the value of patience...

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3294: How to Avoid Career Opportunity Costs by Jacob Lund Fisker on True Self-Actualization

September 24, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3294: Jacob Lund Fisker critiques the traditional middle-class career path as a costly distraction from true self-actualization, arguing that blindly pursuing job titles and material rewards can rob us of a more meaningful life. He challenges listeners to reimagine work and p...

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3293: How Basic Knife Skills Can Save You Money by Julien Saunders of Rich and Regular on How to Reduce Grocery Costs

September 23, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3293: Julien Saunders explains how mastering basic knife skills can significantly cut grocery costs by avoiding the hefty markups on pre-cut produce and convenience foods. With a good chef’s knife and some practice, you can save time, improve your cooking confidence, and keep...

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3292: [Part 2] Why You Should Invest, Even in Peak Markets by Chelsea of Smart Money Mamas on Investment Advice

September 22, 2025 • 9 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3292: Chelsea illustrates how even investing at the peak of the Great Recession would have yielded strong long-term gains, especially with dividends reinvested. By showing historical data from past downturns, she highlights that discipline, patience, and consistency in the st...

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3291: [Part 1] Why You Should Invest, Even in Peak Markets by Chelsea of Smart Money Mamas on How to Be A Disciplined Investor

September 21, 2025 • 10 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3291: Chelsea explains why waiting for the “perfect time” to invest is a losing strategy, showing how sitting on cash often results in missed growth and declining value due to inflation. By highlighting the benefits of dollar-cost averaging, lump-sum investing, and the market...

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3290: Creating a Home Gym by Ross Enamait on Working Out on A Budget

September 21, 2025 • 8 mins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3290: Ross Enamait explains how to build an effective home gym without overspending, emphasizing creativity, practicality, and functional training over expensive equipment. His guidance helps readers focus on essential tools and smart solutions, making fitness accessible no m...

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Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

Episodes

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3307: 100 Countries or an S.U.V.? by Chris Guillebeau on How to Build True Wealth with Experiences

3306: How We Feel Secure with Owning Less by Amanda Brownlow on How to Become Financially Free

3305: Tax Lien Investing: Can You Make Good Money? by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

3304: 2 Things You Absolutely MUST Do If You Want to Get Out of Debt by Jackie Beck on How to Improve My Finances

3303: Reasons to Stay Away From a Roth IRA by Scott Spann with Financial Finesse on Big Money Decisions

3302: The Number One Impact on Your Investments is YOU by Kent Thune with Get Rich Slowly

3301: [Part 2] The Four Backstops to the Four Percent Rule by Sean Mullaney on Social Security Benefits

3300: [Part 1] The Four Backstops to the Four Percent Rule by Sean Mullaney on Early Retiree Planning

3299: How to Handle Feeling Overworked and Overwhelmed by Paula Pant on Intentional Living and Happiness

3298: The Most Important Decision in Life by Nick Maggiulli of Of Dollars and Data on Marriage and Finances

3297: Credit Unions vs. Banks by Daniella of I Like to Dabble on How to Make Great Financial Decisions

3296: The Four Best Financial Assets by Christine Luken on Money Goals and How to Build Wealth

3295: 5 Lessons From Our Buy Nothing New Challenge by Jaime of Keep Thrifty on How to Design Your Lifestyle

3294: How to Avoid Career Opportunity Costs by Jacob Lund Fisker on True Self-Actualization

3293: How Basic Knife Skills Can Save You Money by Julien Saunders of Rich and Regular on How to Reduce Grocery Costs

3292: [Part 2] Why You Should Invest, Even in Peak Markets by Chelsea of Smart Money Mamas on Investment Advice

3291: [Part 1] Why You Should Invest, Even in Peak Markets by Chelsea of Smart Money Mamas on How to Be A Disciplined Investor

3290: Creating a Home Gym by Ross Enamait on Working Out on A Budget

Popular Podcasts

3309: [Part 1] Investing a Large Sum of Money: What to Do by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey

3308: Interesting Financial Rules to Follow by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on How to Budget Successfully