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#296 Why More Money Isn’t the Goal… Control Is

The Passive Income MD Podcast

Release Date: 12/29/2025

#298 Getting Your Time and Energy Back (Without Burning Everything Down) show art #298 Getting Your Time and Energy Back (Without Burning Everything Down)

The Passive Income MD Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim talks about why feeling exhausted isn’t a personal failure. It’s often the result of carrying too much for too long. He explores how time and energy slowly disappear through small, well-intentioned commitments that add up over time. Rather than encouraging doctors to do more, he challenges the idea that the solution is adding new goals or responsibilities. This episode is an invitation to pause, reassess what you’re carrying, and start creating space without burning everything down. Tune in! Feeling buried under admin, mental load, and never-ending...

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#297 Gradual Retirement: Finding Your Happy Place Without Walking Away From Medicine show art #297 Gradual Retirement: Finding Your Happy Place Without Walking Away From Medicine

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim challenges the idea that physicians want to retire early or walk away from medicine altogether. He explores why most doctors are really seeking more control over their time, not an end to their careers. If you want to scale back sustainably without losing your identity or sense of purpose, this episode offers a refreshing way to think about work, freedom, and designing a life that actually feels good to live. Tune in. Are you looking for a community to encourage you as you begin, or want to accelerate your business to the next level? Then join thousands...

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The Passive Income MD Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim challenges one of the biggest assumptions in medicine, that more money will finally bring freedom. He unpacks why so many high-earning physicians still feel rushed, exhausted, and stuck, even when they’ve “done everything right.” Peter introduces a powerful shift that reframes success around time, control, and choice rather than income alone. If you’ve ever wondered why working harder hasn’t made life feel better, this conversation will hit close to home. Tune in! Are you looking for a community to encourage you as you begin, or want to...

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#295 The Freedom Shift: From Practicing Out of Necessity to Practicing by Choice show art #295 The Freedom Shift: From Practicing Out of Necessity to Practicing by Choice

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim challenges the belief that freedom in medicine comes later, after the loans, the burnout, or retirement. He introduces the “freedom shift,” the moment when work stops being something you have to do and becomes something you choose to do. Through real experiences, he shows how this internal shift can change everything, even if nothing on your calendar changes. Tune in for a conversation about reclaiming choice without walking away from medicine. It may change how you see your career starting today. Eckard Enterprises brings this episode to you. , LLC,...

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#294 Gold, Silver, and the Case for Precious Metals in a Modern Portfolio show art #294 Gold, Silver, and the Case for Precious Metals in a Modern Portfolio

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim sits down with Tory Aggeler of McAlvany Precious Metals to unpack why gold and silver still matter in today’s investing landscape. They explore how precious metals can protect purchasing power, diversify risk, and behave differently from traditional paper assets. You’ll hear clear explanations around gold versus silver, inflation, and common misconceptions that trip up investors. If you’ve ever wondered whether precious metals deserve a place in your portfolio, this episode will challenge how you think about money and diversification. Tune in! ...

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#293 What This Hard Year Taught Me as an Entrepreneur, Investor, and Dad show art #293 What This Hard Year Taught Me as an Entrepreneur, Investor, and Dad

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim takes a thoughtful look back at a year filled with growth, challenges, and unexpected lessons. He opens up about navigating one of the toughest real estate markets he has ever experienced, what he learned from expanding into new investments, and how these moments shaped his approach to risk, diversification, and resilience. Tune in and reflect with Peter on the importance of presence, family, and building the right relationships, offering a heartfelt reminder that the hardest seasons often create the deepest clarity. Eckard Enterprises brings this episode...

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#292 Behind the Scenes — My Annual Planning Process show art #292 Behind the Scenes — My Annual Planning Process

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim walks you through his simple and intentional annual planning process. He shares how he reflects on the past year, identifies what truly matters, and sets meaningful goals for the year ahead. You will hear how he designs his “Freedom Calendar” so life comes first and work supports it, not the other way around. If you are feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or ready to create a year with more purpose, this episode will show you exactly where to start. Tune in! Lighstone Direct brings this episode to you. brings you the same multifamily and industrial deals...

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim sits down with Eric Goodman, Managing Partner of Goodman Capital, to break down the billion-dollar shift happening in private lending. Eric shares how the recent banking crisis created a massive gap in the market, why private credit is surging, and what investors need to understand about risk, underwriting, and today’s changing opportunities. If you’ve ever wondered how private lenders operate, what makes these deals safer or riskier, or how to evaluate a lending sponsor, this episode gives you a clear, insider look into a rapidly growing space. Tune in!...

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim talks with seasoned investor and co-host of the podcast, Chris Lopez, about how smart investors are preparing for the next big buying window in real estate. Chris breaks down the signals he is watching in today’s market, how he shifted from active to passive investing, and why return on equity is the key metric every investor should be tracking right now. If you want to position yourself for the opportunities coming over the next few years, this episode gives you the roadmap. Are you looking for a community to encourage you as you begin, or want to...

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim explores how busy professionals can take back control of their time by using the Eisenhower Matrix to identify what truly matters. He shares his personal journey from constant overwhelm to creating structure through delegation, virtual assistants, and AI tools. Walk away with practical steps to simplify your schedules, focus on what’s important, and finally start buying back your time. Tune in! Lighstone Direct brings this episode to you. brings you the same multifamily and industrial deals that we pursue with our own capital — no middlemen, no blind...

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In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim challenges one of the biggest assumptions in medicine, that more money will finally bring freedom. He unpacks why so many high-earning physicians still feel rushed, exhausted, and stuck, even when they’ve “done everything right.”

Peter introduces a powerful shift that reframes success around time, control, and choice rather than income alone. If you’ve ever wondered why working harder hasn’t made life feel better, this conversation will hit close to home. Tune in!


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