The Pursuit of Meaningful Wealth ft. Khe Hy (EP.151)
Release Date: 05/08/2024
Will The US National Debt Cause Problems Soon? (EP.158)
The Long Term Investor
The US national debt is a significant and often misunderstood topic: With the current debt sitting at around $34.6 trillion, many wonder if this signals an impending crisis. Peter breaks down what this figure means and explores the broader implications (many of which may surprise you). Listen now and learn: Differences between the deficit, the debt, and the debt ceiling How US government finances are very different than household finances Why inflation, not default, is the real risk of our deficit spending Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit...
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Why the US Dollar Rules the World: A Deep Dive into Reserve Currencies (EP.157)
The Long Term Investor
While the US dollar currently enjoys a dominant position as the world's reserve currency, various factors could challenge its supremacy. Emerging economies, digital currencies, geopolitical shifts, and global financial reforms all pose potential threats. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for navigating the future of global finance. Listen now and learn: What it means to be a reserve currency Why the US dollar is the dominant reserve currency The probability and implications of the US dollar losing its reserve status Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to...
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Jesse Cramer On The Astounding Math Behind Car Ownership (Rewind) (EP.156)
The Long Term Investor
Jesse Cramer, author of The Best Interest, joins the show to share his in-depth research into the astounding math behind car ownership. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for the impact big purchases can have on your finances. Listen now and learn: How to evaluate the impact of time owned vs miles driven When purchasing a used car is smarter than buying a new car How leasing compares to owning from a cost perspective To see the original...
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Ashby Daniels Challenges Conventional Wisdom (Rewind) (EP.155)
The Long Term Investor
The problem with conventional wisdom is that it represents the masses, but there's a whole host of things that conventional wisdom gets wrong. By default, that feeds into what investors get wrong. This episode with Ashby Daniels originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for your investing strategy and how you think about risk. Listen now and learn: What investors get wrong A new way to think about risk How to define investment success To see the original...
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Michael Kitces On AI And The Evolution Of Financial Advice (Rewind) (EP.154)
The Long Term Investor
Michael Kitces is one of the industry’s leading experts on all things financial advice and financial planning. In this live episode recorded at Wealth Management EDGE, Michael explains the evolution of financial advice and how AI might impact the profession going forward. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for the evolution of financial advice. Listen now and learn: The evolution of financial advice from the 1960s to present Ways consumers...
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Carl Richards On What Real Financial Advice Means (Rewind) (EP.153)
The Long Term Investor
In this episode, I’m joined by Carl Richards, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and creator of the Sketch Guy column, appearing weekly in The New York Times since 2010. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for your investing strategy. Listen now and learn: How investors fall victim to the behavior gap What it means to do real financial planning The best way to avoid “The Big Mistake” To see the original show notes,...
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Burton Malkiel on A Random Walk Down Wall Street (Rewind) (EP.152)
The Long Term Investor
Dr. Burton Malkiel, author of A Random Walk Down Wall Street, joins the show to talk about the 50th anniversary of his investment classic. This episode originally aired in 2023 and was a top interview of the year. Although this is a replay, the content shared is just as relevant today and important to consider for your investing strategy. Listen now and learn: The two biggest mistakes investors make Lessons from market bubbles of the past Practical ideas for achieving investment success Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. ...
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The Pursuit of Meaningful Wealth ft. Khe Hy (EP.151)
The Long Term Investor
Khe Hy of Rad Reads and The Examined Life Podcast joins to discuss the pursuit of meaningful wealth by balancing money, time, and happiness. Listen now and learn: Why not all hours are valued equally and the importance of aligning activities with true life purposes How the value of money diminishes as wealth growths The issue with retirement planning that focuses too much on trading time today for more time later Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. (06:18) The Value of Time (10:12) Diminishing Returns of Money and Marginal...
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Roth vs Traditional 401(k)s: Which Is Right For You? (EP.150)
The Long Term Investor
How do you choose between a Roth and a Traditional 401(k)? Explore the financial implications of each option as we break down what it means for your current taxes, future gains, and overall retirement strategy. Listen now and learn: How to strategically choose the right 401(k) type based on your career stage and future income expectations. Benefits of tax diversification vs tax timing. Practical tips for making the right decisions with your retirement savings. Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.
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Financial Planning for Female Breadwinners ft Sara Gelsheimer (EP.149)
The Long Term Investor
This episode welcomes back Sara Gelsheimer, Senior Wealth Manager at Plancorp, to discuss the challenges and strategies for female breadwinners, balancing career and family, and the importance of integrating mental wellness into financial planning. Listen now and learn: The importance of becoming more involved and confident in your financial life Practical strategies to negotiate better work-life balance. The importance of education, asking questions, and the role of effective communication in financial planning Visit for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit...
info_outlineKhe Hy of Rad Reads and The Examined Life Podcast joins to discuss the pursuit of meaningful wealth by balancing money, time, and happiness.
Listen now and learn:
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Why not all hours are valued equally and the importance of aligning activities with true life purposes
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How the value of money diminishes as wealth growths
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The issue with retirement planning that focuses too much on trading time today for more time later
Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.
(06:18) The Value of Time
(10:12) Diminishing Returns of Money and Marginal Utility
(14:38) Balancing Financial Independence and Time
(20:34) Questioning Financial Independence Conventional Wisdom
(31:36) The Scarcity Mindset and Non-Money Fears