# personal finance (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 10 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover personal finance. Page: Feed: --- ## [176. 15 Things I Stopped Caring About in My 30s & Why I'm So Much Happier Now](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/176--15-Things-I-Stopped-Caring-About-in-My-30s--Why-Im-So-Much-Happier-Now-e3n4g36) _2026-08-26 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ Getting older comes with a lot of gifts, and one of the best ones is realizing just how many things you used to stress about that genuinely don't matter anymore. This episode is a direct follow-up to last week's on confidence and being alone, and it's a little different than usual...no script, no notes, just me riffing on the 15 things I've intentionally stopped caring about that have made my life… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO8785461830.mp3) ## [Taking stock of President Ramaphosa’s migration plan](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/taking-stock-of-president-ramaphosa-s-migration-plan) _2026-08-26 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Is President Ramaphosa's migration plan working? Africa Melane speaks to Professor Alan Hirsch, Senior Research Fellow at the New South Institute, as we take stock of government's migration strategy two months after the President announced his five-point plan. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/c5c49d02-3eec-4250-ab5d-b4b20039a9ff/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [WCBS sounds the alarm as blood supplies run low](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/wcbs-sounds-the-alarm-as-blood-supplies-run-low) _2026-08-26 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Blood stocks in the Western Cape are critically low, with O positive and O negative down to just a two-day supply. Africa Melane speaks to Michelle Vermeulen, Head of Marketing and PR at the Western Cape Blood Service, about what the shortage means for patients, why every blood group is needed and how just 30 minutes of your time could help save up to three lives. Early Breakfast with Africa… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/c500cc8a-dd55-4e64-8990-b4b20038250d/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Fitness: Flow Forward Africa takes on Kilimanjaro to fight period poverty](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/fitness-flow-forward-africa-takes-on-kilimanjaro-to-fight-period-poverty) _2026-08-26 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Kilimanjaro may be Africa's highest mountain, but for girls without reliable access to menstrual products, education and safe facilities, simply staying in school can present another kind of uphill battle. Liezel van der Westhuizen, fitness presenter, endurance athlete and burnout & mental fitness coach, joins Africa Melane on CapeTalk and 702 to explore the Flow Forward Africa Kilimanjaro… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/14116784-e80f-4806-811b-b4b200376c9f/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [R18m UJ fraud case raises questions over student housing](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/r18m-uj-fraud-case-raises-questions-over-student-housing) _2026-08-25 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Kagisho Mamabolo | CEO of Private Housing Student Association A former UJ official has been ordered to repay more than R18 million following a student accommodation fraud case involving properties accredited for 1,441 beds but later found to have just 299. Africa Melane speaks to the Private Housing Student Association about what the case exposes about accreditation, oversight and… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/a67223d8-c326-41e2-8a8f-b4b10042e63a/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [The future of the R370 SRD Grant heads back to court](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/the-future-of-the-r370-srd-grant-heads-back-to-court) _2026-08-25 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Government is challenging a High Court ruling on the R370 SRD grant, arguing that treating it as permanent could have major implications for the public purse. Africa Melane speaks to Siyanda Baduza, Basic Income Researcher at the Institute for Economic Justice, about what is at stake for millions of South Africans who rely on the grant. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/dc85c093-f0f8-476f-bd1a-b4b1003970a2/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Travel: Travelling with tech, here’s how to pack it safely](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/travel-travelling-with-tech-here-s-how-to-pack-it-safely) _2026-08-25 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Power banks, laptops and phones are travel essentials but are you packing them correctly? Africa Melane speaks to tech expert and Reframed editor Brendon Peterson about the rules around travelling with electronics, why power banks belong in your carry-on and what passengers should check before heading to the airport. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's early morning talk… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/c0ba7575-adfe-4110-b119-b4b100355160/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Fitness: 100 jumps every morning. Fitness hack or Health myth?](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/fitness-100-jumps-every-morning-fitness-hack-or-health-myth) _2026-08-25 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Is jumping 100 times each morning enough to improve your health? This science-led wellness feature examines the physical and mental effects of short bouts of impact exercise, including bone density, circulation, and mood benefits backed by current research. Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen explains the evidence, the risks, and the smartest way to incorporate… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/3d80bfcc-dfb5-43a0-be3c-b4b10034f767/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Boks search for answers After 33–16 defeat](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/boks-search-for-answers-after-33-16-defeat) _2026-08-24 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Jan De Koning | Freelance Rugby Journalist Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/c5956831-2aa2-49eb-bdda-b4b00042d1c0/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [NCC warns Spaza Shops over hidden card charges](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/ncc-warns-spaza-shops-over-hidden-card-charges) _2026-08-24 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Africa Melane speaks to the National Consumer Commission spokesperson, Phetho Ntaba about its warning to spaza shops and other retailers over additional charges imposed on customers paying by card. With some consumers reportedly being charged an extra R2, R5 or even R10 at the till, we unpack what the Consumer Protection Act says about transparent pricing, whether merchants are ever allowed to… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/e22aa224-3b37-478b-830f-b4b000390cf4/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/4taHK2esxfGL) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [Property: Women take the lead in South African home ownership](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/property-women-take-the-lead-in-south-african-home-ownership) _2026-08-24 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ South African women are increasingly taking the lead in residential property ownership, with Lightstone data showing around 1.4 million women owning homes in their own names compared with roughly 1.3 million men. Africa Melane speaks to Esteani Marx, Business Development Executive at Lightstone, about what is driving the shift and what it tells us about women, wealth and home ownership in South… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/6482045b-1411-402b-847f-b4b00033eb81/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Ellis Park set for a Brutal Bokke, All Blacks battle](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/ellis-park-set-for-a-brutal-bokke-all-blacks-battle) _2026-08-21 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Jan De Koning | Freelance Rugby Journalist Jacob Moshokoa speaks to freelance rugby journalist Jan De Koning to preview Saturday's Springboks-All Blacks showdown at Ellis Park. After three wins against South African URC franchises, what have the All Blacks shown on tour, what will the Boks have learned from watching them, and where could this latest chapter of rugby's greatest rivalry be… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/2ee851cf-b830-411d-9a92-b4ad0042d4b4/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Can Phase Three of the Government-Business Partnership deliver jobs?](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/can-phase-three-of-the-government-business-partnership-deliver-jobs) _2026-08-21 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Jacob Moshokoa, standing in for Africa Melane, speaks to independent economist John Loos about President Cyril Ramaphosa's launch of Phase Three of the Government-Business Partnership and its ambition to lift South Africa's economic growth above 3%. They unpack whether the growth target is achievable, what is still holding the economy back and whether stronger investor confidence can ultimately… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/c520cff5-0e89-44f6-bf2a-b4ad003953e5/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Tough Love: Supporting families in crisis](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/tough-love-supporting-families-in-crisis) _2026-08-21 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Jacob Moshokoa speaks to Mariam Behr, Coordinator at Tough Love, following a powerful call from a listener earlier this week about the impact alcohol has had on their family. They unpack how addiction affects not only the person struggling with it but the entire family, how loved ones can set healthy boundaries without giving up on someone, and the support Tough Love offers families in crisis.… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/e53b07d3-a0a7-4dde-8abb-b4ad003628aa/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Fitness: Rugby as a tool for youth development](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/fitness-rugby-as-a-tool-for-youth-development) _2026-08-21 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Jacob Moshokoa speaks to Nikki Matthews, Chief Operating Officer of the VUSA Rugby & Learning Academy, about the role sport can play in keeping children active while building confidence, discipline and life skills. They also look ahead to VUSA's Young Entrepreneurs Market Day in Langa this Saturday, where Under-13 learners will put their business skills to the test by launching and running their… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/5fa5d8e2-8e26-404b-a0ec-b4ad0035e6d2/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [44 unnatural deaths raise alarm in SA prisons](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/44-unnatural-deaths-raise-alarm-in-sa-prisons) _2026-08-20 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Miles Budu | South African prisoners' rights activist and President at South African Prisoners Organization for Human Rights (SAPOHR) Africa Melane speaks to Miles Budu, South African prisoners' rights activist and President of the South African Prisoners Organization for Human Rights (SAPOHR), as concerns mount over conditions inside the country's prisons. With 44 unnatural deaths reported… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/6eb3b7c9-f185-47bc-b005-b4ac0042b493/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Gauteng Taxi crackdown exposes widespread non-compliance](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/gauteng-taxi-crackdown-exposes-widespread-non-compliance) _2026-08-20 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ More than 100 minibus taxi drivers have been flagged during a week-long Gauteng enforcement operation, with officials finding vehicles without valid licence discs, drivers without valid licences and taxis deemed unroadworthy. Africa Melane speaks to Theo Malele, Gauteng National Taxi Alliance spokesperson, about the findings, passenger safety and what the industry is doing to improve compliance.… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/b2fd55f9-a0dd-480b-ab4f-b4ac0039c00b/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Finance: When gambling becomes a financial lifeline](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/finance-when-gambling-becomes-a-financial-lifeline) _2026-08-20 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, more South Africans appear to be turning to gambling in the hope of making ends meet. Old Mutual's Savings and Investment Monitor 2026 found that 53% of working South Africans gamble, while 42% say they frequently do so hoping to cover expenses or debt. Africa Melane speaks to Thabo Hollo, Old Mutual Senior Programme Manager, about what… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/80f6f5b6-8241-45cf-84f8-b4ac0037962f/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Fitness: Test It Out Thursday - Rudy Project Spinshield Pro, a premium sports sunglass designed to protect your eyes and help you perform better in changing outdoor conditions.](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/fitness-test-it-out-thursday) _2026-08-20 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/62b8ab46-2915-4a75-937e-b4ac0036d251/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [175. How to Be More Confident Spending Time Alone | 5 Things That Changed How I Think About Loneliness](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/175--How-to-Be-More-Confident-Spending-Time-Alone--5-Things-That-Changed-How-I-Think-About-Loneliness-e3n4dfv) _2026-08-19 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ If you've ever felt like a loser for not having Friday night plans or like a "weirdo" for spending too much time alone...this episode is for you. I'll walk through my story first, including the impulsive cross-country move that made my loneliness worse instead of better (IYKYK), and then break down the 5 things that made me feel more confident in being alone and how you can apply them to your life… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO4993697297.mp3) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OhyRleQSWPfi) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Western Cape turns to lawyers to improve criminal convictions](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/western-cape-turns-to-lawyers-to-improve-criminal-convictions) _2026-08-19 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Chad Thomas | Crime expert & CEO IRS Forensic Investigations A new Western Cape initiative is placing lawyers inside police stations to help officers strengthen statements, evidence and case dockets before they reach court. Could this help turn more arrests into successful prosecutions? Africa Melane speaks to crime expert and IRS Forensic Investigations CEO Chad Thomas about where criminal… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/51945bbe-a00e-4c17-b6fb-b4ab0042efd8/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Cracks deepen in South Africa’s Higher Education system](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/cracks-deepen-in-south-africa-s-higher-education-system) _2026-08-19 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Africa Melane speaks to Dr Delmaine Christians, DA Spokesperson on Higher Education and Training, about the mounting pressures facing South Africa's higher education sector. From NSFAS governance and funding failures to billions owed to universities, growing student debt, financial exclusion and instability on campuses, the challenges raise broader questions about the sustainability of the entire… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/d0a1325a-55e7-4fea-9537-b4ab003993d8/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Wellness: Diabetes is now South Africa’s biggest killer: what can we do](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/wellness-diabetes-is-now-south-africa-s-biggest-killer-what-can-we-do) _2026-08-19 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ South Africa's latest mortality data show diabetes has overtaken HIV and TB as the country's leading underlying natural cause of death. But experts say the crisis can be tackled through earlier screening, healthier food choices, more physical activity and sustainable lifestyle changes. Africa Melane speaks to Sweet Life Co-Founder Bridget McNulty about what South Africans can do to reduce their… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/f01c78b3-f696-4c28-be8e-b4ab003656c2/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Fitness: Rage workouts are trending but are they helping or hurting your mental health](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/fitness-rage-workouts-are-trending-but-are-they-helping-or-hurting-your-mental-health) _2026-08-19 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Using anger as fuel for exercise feels powerful in the moment, but the long-term impact on your mental fitness may surprise you. Rage workouts are gaining traction as a fast way to cope with stress, yet emerging research suggests that high-intensity emotional training may not reduce anger as effectively as calmer, more regulated approaches. So what is actually happening beneath the surface? In… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/97edee8d-487a-4aa9-894a-b4ab0035d77e/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Can SADC unlock greater opportunities for South Africa](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/can-sadc-unlock-greater-opportunities-for-south-africa) _2026-08-18 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ Guest: Dr Lisa Otto | Professor at the Department of Political Sciences at UNISA With South Africa chairing SADC, regional integration, trade, infrastructure, energy and mineral beneficiation are among the key issues on the table. But what opportunities could deeper regional cooperation create for South Africa, and can the country turn its position as a regional economic hub into greater influence… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/85a04f90-7cd1-4cc0-81b9-b4aa0042b77b/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Travel: How did the Tourism industry fare during the Winter off season](https://omny.fm/shows/early-breakfast-talk/travel-how-did-the-tourism-industry-fare-during-the-winter-off-season) _2026-08-18 · Early Breakfast with Africa Melane_ How did the tourism sector fare during the winter off season, and are businesses expecting a boost as spring approaches? We chat to Lee-Anne Singer, Chairperson of FEDHASA Cape, about bookings, occupancy, international and domestic tourism, and what the industry is expecting from the months ahead. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702's and CapeTalk's early morning talk show. Experienced… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/5dcefa8e-00a9-4595-8ce1-a4ab0080f142/259a8360-cee7-442b-87fd-aca300f6b899/e5ea5ac0-b3b1-456d-ae09-b4aa00331394/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=31fee67a-d142-4a6c-8a04-aca300f7e8b3) ## [Common Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Legacy with Dom Parillo (Ep. 205)](https://retireright.blubrry.net/2026/08/12/common-estate-planning-mistakes-that-can-undermine-your-legacy-with-dom-parillo-ep-205/) _2026-08-12 · Retirement Unlocked_ A lot of people think their estate planning is complete once the legal documents are signed. But for retirees and families with complex assets, those documents may not be enough if trusts, beneficiary designations, account ownership, and tax planning aren’t coordinated. In this episode, Larry Heller, CFP®, CDFA®, speaks with Dominick J. Parillo, JD, CFP®, Director of Wealth Transfer at Savant… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/retireright/ins.blubrry.com/retireright/RU_R205_AUDIO_RevA.mp3) ## [174. How to Become a Morning Person | 6 Tips to Make Your Mornings Better That Actually Stick](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/174--How-to-Become-a-Morning-Person--6-Tips-to-Make-Your-Mornings-Better-That-Actually-Stick-e3mpbbj) _2026-08-12 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ Want to become a morning person but can't make it stick? In this episode I'm breaking down exactly how I trained myself to actually enjoy waking up early, and why I don't think it has anything to do with motivation. We're talking about why your morning routine actually starts the night before, how to stop relying on willpower, and the small shifts that make getting up early feel effortless instead… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO8527066155.mp3) ## [What To Expect When Expecting, College Admissions Edition](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/what-to-expect-when-expecting-college) _2026-08-09 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ You can plan this for 18 years or 10 years or 5 years or 1 year. Results may vary! ## [173. The “Type A” Systems That Make My Life Run Smoothly | How I Stay EXTREMELY Organized](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/173--The-Type-A-Systems-That-Make-My-Life-Run-Smoothly--How-I-Stay-EXTREMELY-Organized-e3m4c6b) _2026-08-05 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ These are the Type A habits, routines and organizational systems I use to make my life easier across my home, schedule, phone, finances, self-maintenance and mental load. Being Type A often gets confused with being rigid or controlling, but for me, it means thinking through recurring parts of my life in advance so I don’t have to make the same decisions every day. Because I live alone and run my… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO6087502448.mp3) ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/deQnL3xXJrlZ) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Experiments In Personal Finance AI - Part 3](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai-eac) _2026-07-31 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ A continuation of portfolio analysis you can do for free in less than a minute, that's quite good actually ## [Experiments in Personal Finance AI Part 3 - Video Version](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai-9da) _2026-07-31 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ A continuation of simple analysis you can have your AI chatbot do for you in less than a minute. That's quite good, actually. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/209290796/23ca35b90a6f1c7894998be2318a5b7f.mp3) ## [Experiments in Personal Finance AI - Part 2](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai-e88) _2026-07-29 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ A friend told me about using AI this way and I can confirm it's astonishingly useful and powerful. ## [Experiments in Personal Finance AI Part 2 - Video Version](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai-17e) _2026-07-29 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ A friend told me about using AI this way and I can confirm it's astonishingly useful and powerful [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/209039105/d392d48958fc797494262bb1a73eecf3.mp3) ## [172. Your Job Is Not Your Identity: How to Separate Who You Are From What You Do](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/172--Your-Job-Is-Not-Your-Identity-How-to-Separate-Who-You-Are-From-What-You-Do-e3m49qf) _2026-07-29 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ If your job title feels like your entire life - or you’re afraid to change careers because of what you might lose - this episode is for you. 4.5 years after leaving corporate, I’m sharing what it really took to separate who I am from what I do for work. We’ll talk about why we tie self-worth to work, why career changes can feel like identity crises, and how to build a meaningful life outside your… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO9088584507.mp3) ## [What to Do After Selling Your Business: 5 Mistakes That Could Affect Your Retirement (Ep. 204)](https://retireright.blubrry.net/2026/07/22/what-to-do-after-selling-your-business-5-mistakes-that-could-affect-your-retirement-ep-204/) _2026-07-22 · Retirement Unlocked_ What should you do after selling your business? Closing the deal is a major milestone, but it’s only the beginning of a new chapter. Without a thoughtful plan, emotional decisions, tax surprises, and a lack of direction can undermine the financial freedom you’ve worked so hard to achieve. In this episode, Larry Heller, CFP®, CDFA®, explores the most common mistakes business owners make after… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/retireright/media.blubrry.com/retireright/ins.blubrry.com/retireright/RU_R204_AUDIO.mp3) ## [171. Why Your Life Feels Harder Than It Needs To | How to Remove Daily Friction and Live on ~Easy Mode~](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/171--Why-Your-Life-Feels-Harder-Than-It-Needs-To--How-to-Remove-Daily-Friction-and-Live-on-Easy-Mode-e3m3a9s) _2026-07-22 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ If your days have been feeling harder than they should, the problem may not be your discipline - it's friction. In this episode I break down the five areas of your life where invisible resistance is making everything harder, and walk through exactly how to identify and remove it. What I cover: 👉🏻 What friction actually is and why it's so hard to notice until it's already accumulated 👉🏻… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO9074216474.mp3) ## [Experiments in Personal Finance AI - Part 1](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai-65e) _2026-07-16 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ Describing my failure to create a finance calculator for the evergreen "Rent v Buy" question. This is just my initial foray into this world. More experiments to come! ## [Experiments in Personal Finance AI - Part 1 Video Version](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/experiments-in-personal-finance-ai) _2026-07-16 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ In which I fail. But maybe in a valuable way? [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207278560/d06d0b1c752fcab7f0668eed6e1e7ca0.mp3) ## [170. How to Become a High-Performer in Your Own Life | Habits That Make Me Successful & What I'm Changing](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/170--How-to-Become-a-High-Performer-in-Your-Own-Life--Habits-That-Make-Me-Successful--What-Im-Changing-e3ltu75) _2026-07-15 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ High performance isn't about waking up at 4AM, cold plunging, or adding more to your already full plate. In this episode I break down the three things that actually separate high performers from everyone else - discipline, systems, and standards - and walk through exactly what I'm building into my own life right now to level up in this new chapter. What I cover: 👉🏻 The reframe: high performance… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO3322957955.mp3) ## [Find The Perfect Advisor for YOU: 6 Questions You Need to Ask](https://www.levelupfinancialplanning.com/6-questions-to-ask-when-interviewing-financial-advisors-how-to-find-the-perfect-advisor-for-you/) _2026-07-10 · Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp_ Lucas Casarez, a CFP®️ professional and founder of Level Up Financial Planning, hosts Techie Personal Finance Boot Camp and explains how tech professionals can choose the right financial advisor, comparing the process to researching stroller features and price points. He introduces five key questions to ask when interviewing advisors: 1. Whether they are a fiduciary versus operating under a… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/342983/episodes/19476296-find-the-perfect-advisor-for-you-6-questions-you-need-to-ask.mp3) ## [Retirement in a Digital World: What Every Retiree Should Know (Ep. 203)](https://retireright.blubrry.net/2026/07/08/retirement-in-a-digital-world-what-every-retiree-should-know-ep-203/) _2026-07-08 · Retirement Unlocked_ Retirement today looks very different than it did even a decade ago. Managing your finances, protecting your identity, staying connected with family, accessing healthcare, and preserving your legacy are all becoming increasingly digital. While these advancements offer greater convenience and flexibility, they also introduce new risks that deserve careful planning. In this episode of Retirement… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/retireright/media.blubrry.com/retireright/ins.blubrry.com/retireright/RU_R203_AUDIO.mp3) ## [169. 30 Life Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner | Big Sister Chat on My 31st Birthday!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/169--30-Life-Lessons-I-Wish-I-Knew-Sooner--Big-Sister-Chat-on-My-31st-Birthday-e3lk9c5) _2026-07-08 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ I just wrapped my first year of my 30s, and I'm sharing the 30 biggest lessons I learned along the way. From de-centering your age to normalizing changing your mind to finally getting your money basics right, this is everything I wish someone had told me in my 20s. If you feel like you're racing a deadline that isn't even real, this one's for you. What I cover: 👉🏻 Why de-centering your age is… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO2186066622.mp3) ## Breaking Into Tech: From Car Sales to Cyber Security With Gilbert Sanchez _2026-07-01 · Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp_ Gilbert Sanchez shares his journey into tech. From car sales to cybersecurity. All in 6 months. You'll hear about Gilbert's planning process, which included personal finance strategies, as well as the way he structured his learning, job applications, and navigated rejections. Follow Gilbert on your favorite social media provider: https://x.com/gilbertsanchz https://www.youtube.com/@GilbertSanchz… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/342983/episodes/19431778-breaking-into-tech-from-car-sales-to-cyber-security-with-gilbert-sanchez.mp3) ## [168. Why You Can't Focus and the Framework to Actually Fix It (A Complete Guide to Deep Work)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/168--Why-You-Cant-Focus-and-the-Framework-to-Actually-Fix-It-A-Complete-Guide-to-Deep-Work-e3krffb) _2026-07-01 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ Last year I went on a business retreat in Austin that completely changed how I think about working, and it all comes down to one thing: deep work. In this episode I break down Cal Newport's framework from the book Deep Work, the four rules for building a focused work practice, and exactly how I've implemented it into my own life and business. What I cover: 👉🏻 Why focus is a skill - not a mood -… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO5591468076.mp3) ## [Why Saving for Retirement Is Easier Than Spending in Retirement (Ep. 202)](https://retireright.blubrry.net/2026/06/24/why-saving-for-retirement-is-easier-than-spending-in-retirement-ep-202/) _2026-06-24 · Retirement Unlocked_ Many retirees wonder whether they can safely spend more money in retirement without jeopardizing their future. Questions about retirement income, withdrawal rates, market volatility, healthcare expenses, and the fear of running out of money often prevent retirees from enjoying the wealth they’ve accumulated. In this episode, Larry Heller, CFP®, CDFA®, discusses the often-overlooked challenge of… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/retireright/media.blubrry.com/retireright/ins.blubrry.com/retireright/RU_R202_AUDIO.mp3) ## [167. How To Evaluate a Purchase or Brand: The Questions You Should Be Asking Before You Buy Anything](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/167--How-To-Evaluate-a-Purchase-or-Brand-The-Questions-You-Should-Be-Asking-Before-You-Buy-Anything-e3kret3) _2026-06-24 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ Is that brand actually worth it, or are you just paying for marketing? In this episode I walk through my full buy less, buy better framework — how I evaluate brand ROI, how to actually read a material composition label, and where I personally splurge versus save on everything from denim to bedding. What I cover: 👉🏻 Why a higher price tag doesn't automatically mean higher quality - and the three… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO4379027840.mp3) ## [Book Review: Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-Zi](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/book-review-taiwan-travelogue-by) _2026-06-18 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ Nothing has ever made me want to travel to Taiwan as much as this. ## [166. The Cleaning System That Keeps My Apartment Spotless in 24/7 Without Constant Resets](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontdependondaddy/episodes/166--The-Cleaning-System-That-Keeps-My-Apartment-Spotless-in-247-Without-Constant-Resets-e3k36ha) _2026-06-17 · Michela Allocca · Don't Depend On Daddy_ My apartment is pretty much always clean - and no, I'm not constantly cleaning. In this episode I break down the system that makes it possible: maintaining instead of cleaning, giving everything a specific home, keeping surfaces clear, and building a few simple daily habits that keep your space at baseline without ever needing a big reset. What I cover: 👉🏻 Why cleaning reactively keeps you stuck… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO3617998039.mp3) ## [Book Review: Strangers by Belle Burden](https://michaeltaylor682495.substack.com/p/book-review-strangers-by-belle-burden) _2026-06-15 · Financial Rules Michael Taylor · Financial Rules Michael Taylor_ So much bad money behavior in this book