Marriage, Wealth, and Happiness with UVA’s Brad Wilcox
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Why do educated professionals still marry while marriage declines elsewhere? Does marriage build wealth, stability, and happiness - or do successful people simply marry each other? In this in-person conversation, Matt Miner sits down with UVA sociologist Dr. Brad Wilcox, author of Get Married, to discuss the marriage premium, class divides in family life, cohabitation vs. marriage, children’s outcomes, and whether marriage still serves as the cornerstone of a flourishing life. They also tackle elite “luxury beliefs,” why family structure matters economically, and what young professionals...
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Why High Earners Still Feel Stuck - And How to Break the Debt Cycle (Interview with Joe Mihalic of No More Harvard Debt)
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Joe Mihalic shares the story behind No More Harvard Debt, where he paid off $90,000 of student loans in just seven months. Joe and Matt discuss the mindset shifts that made extreme debt payoff possible, the emotional weight of debt, and the trade-offs between focus and lifestyle. Joe also explains the framework behind his Dad Plan, designed for high earners who report solid income but still feel financially stuck—and want a path toward greater freedom and clarity.
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One Big Beautiful Episode: Health, Healthcare, and Health Insurance
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This week we tackle three connected themes: your health, how you get care, and how you pay for it. Highlights: Health first: Sleep, Diet, and Exercise, in that order Healthcare in practice: Great for acute care – not great chronic illness! Paying for care: Traditional insurance, high-deductible plans with HSAs, or Christian healthcare sharing ministries Why it matters: Health, healthcare, and money are connected. Healthy habits lower need, knowledge lowers cost, and planning ensures healthcare doesn’t derail your money. For more, go to
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Mail Routes to Manuscripts – Career Reinvention in the Hollers of Appalachia
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Author of “Mailman” Stephen Starring Grant joins WPF to talk about career reinvention in the Blue Ridge. Key take-aways: Curiosity is Your Compass: Follow your genuine interests, even when they don’t align with a traditional career path. Curiosity led Steve from early web development to brand strategy to delivering mail—and ultimately to publishing a book. Curiosity is fuel for market value, creating learning, adaptability, and problem-solving in both white- and blue-collar work. Build Resilience Before You Need It: Career shocks will come, often when you least expect ‘em. It’s my...
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Management Consultant, Policy Wonk, and Christian Men’s Influencer: Interview with Aaron Renn, author of Life in the Negative World
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Author of "Life in the Negative World", Aaron Renn, joins me to discuss his new book. Key take-aways are: Dig your well before you’re thirsty. As I reflect on Aaron’s career in business, influencing public policy, and now helping readers and listeners directly, It’s clear how each piece of the puzzle builds on what went before in his career. Aaron wouldn’t be doing what he’s doing today except for what he did in his past. To be heard, be prolific and consistent. One way Aaron gets noticed is by always publishing – his newsletter, his podcast, and now his book. He talks about this...
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Love Your Family and be the Classiest Corpse in the Graveyard – Interview with Abby O’Leary, founder of Fare Well Associates
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Abby O’Leary is founder of Fare Well Associates, a consultancy that helps families deal with details during times of grief and loss. Key takeaways: 1. We’re all going to die, so die in style! Make an estate plan, then execute it and fund it. 2. You can make a business out of anything. Some businesses may be easier than others, but if there’s a way you want to help people, you can probably find a way to get paid! For more information, visit the show notes at
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Justice Bites and Redemption Restores – Interview with Attorney Josh Walthall of Boerema Blackton
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Josh Walthall, a former prosecutor for New Hanover County and the North Carolina State Bar brings career and life advice – and great stories – for licensed professionals and everyone else trying to do the right thing in their job. Key take-aways are: 1. Many situations that give rise to complaints or enforcement actions can be avoided by treating other people well. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. 2. If you need professional help, get it. The best use of a professional is in an instance you experience once, or seldom,...
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Marriage and Money with Elle Martinez of SimplifyandEnjoy.com
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Marriage and Money are two parts of life where sparks fly. Elle and I reflect on dealing with the important topic of money in the thick of our most important relationship. For more information, visit the show notes at
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Miner Wealth Management
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Today's show features a special announcement. Learn more about Matt's new business, Miner Wealth Management, at
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How I Help
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Hear an overview of my financial planning process. If you’ve wondered what I do that helps clients, today’s show can help. For more information, visit the show notes at
info_outlineDelivering results is what lets your employer or client keep you on the payroll and never compromising who you are let’s you continue to sleep at night and smile at the guy or girl in the mirror when you shave or apply your makeup.
For more information, visit the show notes at https://Workpantsfinance.com/25